Smoking is a serious issue for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma, and linking them to smoking cessation clinics can significantly improve quit rates. This was shown in a multicenter trial conducted in Turkey, where nearly 400 smokers were recruited from respiratory clinics. The study revealed that self-reported quit rates at 3
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Senator Bernie Sanders, known for his progressive economic views, recently criticized Vice President Kamala Harris’s proposed 28% tax rate on long-term capital gains. In an interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Sanders expressed his belief that the tax rate should be even higher to address income inequality. While Harris’s proposal aims to strike a balance
Despite his successful ventures in the media industry, Bill Belichick’s heart still lies in coaching. Sources close to him have indicated that he is open to returning to coaching in 2025, under the right circumstances and with favorable job opportunities. This suggests that Belichick is selective about his future coaching prospects and is not willing
The ability to pretend is a skill that is highly valuable throughout life, and a recent study indicates that children learn this skill from a very young age. Researchers conducted a study with 902 parents from the UK, US, and Australia, focusing on children aged from birth to nearly four years old. Surprisingly, some of
In a recent development, Boeing and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers have managed to strike a new labor deal, just in the nick of time before a potential strike could have disrupted operations at the plane maker’s primary factories. This tentative agreement involves a substantial 25% raise over four years, along with
The White Shark Café, an enigmatic region in the Pacific Ocean situated between Baja California and Hawaii, has been a subject of fascination among scientists for years. Initially believed to be a barren expanse devoid of life, this remote area sees the congregation of great white sharks during the winter and spring months. These apex
The recent incident at the border crossing between the West Bank and Jordan has once again highlighted the ongoing conflict in the region. Three Israeli civilians lost their lives in what seems to be a targeted attack linked to the war in Gaza. The situation is further exacerbated by the historical tensions between Israel and
In a recent interview, Health Secretary Wes Streeting emphasized the urgent need to decrease NHS waiting lists significantly by the next general election in 2029. Streeting expressed his commitment to taking all necessary measures to achieve this target, even if it means utilizing the private sector. He highlighted the disparity between those who can afford
Euphoria’s Cassie and Nate may have made a date at TIFF, but like their HBO series characters, Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi found themselves in different worlds as they premiered their respective films at the prestigious film festival. Sweeney starred in Eden, a survival period thriller directed by Ron Howard, while Elordi took on the
The United States has raised serious concerns about Iran’s involvement in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. According to reliable sources, the US has shared intelligence with its allies suggesting that Iran has transferred short-range ballistic missiles to Russia to support its military operations in Ukraine. This revelation comes as a significant development in