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New Mexico Law Has Triggered Review Of Two Health Care Mergers Since 2024
Sen. Katy Duhigg, D-Albuquerque, attends a hearing in 2022. Duhigg was one of the sponsors of the Health Care Consolidation Oversight Act in 2024 and its expansion in 2025. Courtesy/Santa Fe New Mexican By CLARA BATESThe Santa Fe New Mexican New Mexico has so far reviewed only two hospital acquisitions under oversight laws passed in 2024 and 2025, largely in…
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Why they are a problem for the public sector
Meghan OwenLondon work and money correspondent BBC Imtiaz says polygamous working in the public sector is partly done because salaries are so low and people are desperate Efforts are being made by the public sector to crack down on staff who work multiple different jobs at the same time, in secret. The practice, known as polygamous working, has arguably become…
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India, EU concludes negotiations for FTA successfully
New Delhi: India and the European Union (EU) have successfully concluded negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement, which will help boost two-way commerce and strengthen economic ties between the two sides, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday, January 26. He said the trade deal from the Indian perspective is balanced and forward-looking, which will help in the better…
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Your fireplace may be doing more harm than you think
Adding a log to a glowing fireplace on a cold winter night often feels comforting and harmless. However, new research from Northwestern University shows that burning wood inside homes plays a much larger role in winter air pollution across the United States than many people realize. The study found that even though only 2% of U.S. households use wood as…
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Federal judge hears arguments on immigration crackdown
Minneapolis: A federal judge began hearing arguments Monday, January 26, on whether she should halt, at least temporarily, the immigration crackdown in Minnesota that has led to the fatal shootings of two people by government officers. The state of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul sued the Department of Homeland Security earlier this month, five days after…
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The pro-ICE church is worse than you think
The Christian right will never turn down an opportunity to make false accusations of religious persecution. These days, they’re especially eager to play the victim. Doing so allows them to distract from the ugly reality that they, in voting for Donald Trump, have helped to unleash in Minnesota: A woman killed in front of her wife, children ripped from their…
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An Exhausting Exercise in Falling Back in Love with Movies
None of us are ever too old to stop learning. Even if you’re a filmmaker whose work is nearing a respectable dozen features, even when you’ve had a Hollywood paycheck and brought your indie spirit into the big leagues, there’s still plenty to discover. That’s an ethos idiosyncratic British director Ben Wheatley has carried with him once he reached international…
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What is Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease?
Hyderabad: Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) is rapidly emerging as one of the most common chronic liver disorders in India. It represents a shift in how fatty liver disease is understood, away from alcohol as the primary cause and toward metabolic health as the central driver. Closely linked to obesity, diabetes, insulin resistance, and sedentary lifestyles, MASLD is now…
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Nato chief Rutte: ‘Keep on dreaming’ if you think Europe could defend itself without US – as it happened | World news
If you think Europe could defend itself, ‘keep on dreaming,’ Nato’s Rutte tells EU lawmakers Rutte also tells EU lawmakers that if they think the EU or Europe as whole can defend itself without the US, they should “keep on dreaming”. He says Europe’s defence spending would then have to go massively up to 10%, with further need to buy…
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Wastewater’s role in antibiotic resistance in fresh produce
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: A carefully controlled lettuce irrigation study reveals that while secondary-treated wastewater can still carry antimicrobial resistance risks, tertiary treatment dramatically limits what reaches the crop. Study: Impact of treated wastewater reuse in agriculture on the transfer…
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