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Review Finds Dairy Trans Fats Not Linked to Increased Heart Disease or Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Review Finds Dairy Trans Fats Not Linked to Increased Heart Disease or Type 2 Diabetes Risk

A comprehensive review of 22 studies, involving thousands of participants across Europe, Canada, and the United States, has concluded that naturally occurring trans fats found in dairy products are not associated with a higher risk of heart disease or type 2 diabetes. This finding, reported by ScienceDaily, challenges previous general assumptions about trans fats. The research analyzed ten controlled dietary studies where participants consumed dairy products with varying levels of natural trans fats, and no significant differences in blood lipid markers related to heart disease risk were observed. Additionally, 12 cohort studies tracked participants for over two decades, measuring dairy trans fat levels in their blood and correlating them with long-term health outcomes. These long-term observations also found no link between higher levels of these trans fats and increased risk of heart disease, stroke, cardiovascular death, or the development of type 2 diabetes. Professor Ian Givens of the University of Re...
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Hotel Indigo Reaches 200 Open Hotels Globally, Expands Development Pipeline

Hotel Indigo Reaches 200 Open Hotels Globally, Expands Development Pipeline

Hotel Indigo Reaches 200 Open Hotels Globally, Expands Development Pipeline
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Chappell Roan to Headline Rock en Seine 2025 with Exclusive French Performance

Chappell Roan to Headline Rock en Seine 2025 with Exclusive French Performance

Chappell Roan to Headline Rock en Seine 2025 with Exclusive French Performance
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LaSalle Street Drainage Project Completed in San Marco to Alleviate Flooding

LaSalle Street Drainage Project Completed in San Marco to Alleviate Flooding

City officials in Jacksonville, Florida, have announced the completion and operational status of the LaSalle Street Drainage Improvement Project in the San Marco neighborhood. This initiative introduces a new stormwater pump station capable of moving up to 60,000 gallons of water per minute and includes upgrades to nearly a mile of the surrounding stormwater collection system. The project aims to significantly reduce flooding in an area that has historically experienced repeated inundations during heavy rainfall, leading to stalled vehicles and water reaching businesses. The improvements are specifically designed to mitigate flooding during a 50-year, 24-hour rainfall event and accelerate the recession of floodwaters during severe tropical weather. The broader project, an estimated $64 million effort, received $44 million from the city and an additional $20 million through state grants. While officials caution that the upgrades may not prevent every instance of flooding, particularly during intense, short-...
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Refugees Face Deportation Risk Despite Status Following Criminal Convictions

Refugees Face Deportation Risk Despite Status Following Criminal Convictions

Refugees admitted to the United States can be deported, or 'removed' as per the official legal term, if they are convicted of a qualifying crime, even though their refugee status itself is not revoked by the conviction. U.S. immigration law, specifically INA § 237, applies deportability grounds to any noncitizen who has been admitted, including refugees. While refugee status is granted to individuals fleeing persecution and is generally protected unless obtained through fraud, a criminal conviction can trigger removal proceedings. The process for removal and the maintenance of refugee status operate on two separate tracks. Many refugees are unaware that they are required to apply for a green card one year after admission, and failure to do so can make them more vulnerable to removal if they commit a crime, as they may be placed directly into removal proceedings without their refugee status being terminated first.
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West Virginia Advocates Propose Ratepayer Bill of Rights Amid Rising Utility Costs

West Virginia Advocates Propose Ratepayer Bill of Rights Amid Rising Utility Costs

Amid escalating utility bills in West Virginia, a proposed 'Ratepayer Bill of Rights' is gaining traction, with over 1,000 individuals signing in support. This legislative framework aims to provide protections for ratepayers, enhance accountability for utility companies, and ensure public participation in discussions regarding utility services. Energy Efficient WV Policy Director Emmett Pepper highlighted that the bill focuses on fundamental rights such as fair rates, reliable service, transparent billing, fair disconnection practices, access to energy assistance, and the right to renewable energy options. The legislation was introduced in a previous session but did not advance, prompting renewed advocacy.
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WNBA Achieves Record First-Round Viewership Amidst Controversy Over Caitlin Clark's Exclusion from Promotional Graphic

WNBA Achieves Record First-Round Viewership Amidst Controversy Over Caitlin Clark's Exclusion from Promotional Graphic

WNBA Achieves Record First-Round Viewership Amidst Controversy Over Caitlin Clark's Exclusion from Promotional Graphic
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How BFI London Film Festival Showcases British Cinema to International Audiences

How BFI London Film Festival Showcases British Cinema to International Audiences

Beyond the red carpet, the BFI London Film Festival is a crucial launchpad and marketplace that shapes the global identity of British film.
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ESMA Issues Supervisory Expectations for Crypto-Asset Service Providers Regarding Non-Compliant Stablecoins in EU

ESMA Issues Supervisory Expectations for Crypto-Asset Service Providers Regarding Non-Compliant Stablecoins in EU

ESMA Issues Supervisory Expectations for Crypto-Asset Service Providers Regarding Non-Compliant Stablecoins in EU
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Southern Oregon University Expands International Collaboration with Ghanaian Universities

Southern Oregon University Expands International Collaboration with Ghanaian Universities

Southern Oregon University (SOU) is significantly expanding its cooperative relationship with two universities in Ghana: Palm University College and Catholic University of Ghana. This initiative began with shared online communication courses earlier this year, connecting students from SOU and Palm University College. The collaboration is set to grow during the 2026-27 academic year, becoming an integral part of SOU’s Global Innovation Scholars program. This expansion will include reciprocal opportunities for community-based projects in both countries. The initial online courses, such as SOU's COMM 460F and Palm University's Communication Skills course, successfully bridged differences in student age, location, and culture, fostering curiosity and collaboration. Precious Yamaguchi, an SOU communication professor, highlighted how these differences became a catalyst for engagement. The next phase, scheduled for early 2027, will involve a shared business course with two-week student exchanges, either in-person...
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ACC's Phillips touts league's health amid questions of possible departures, realignment in future

ACC's Phillips touts league's health amid questions of possible departures, realignment in future

Atlantic Coast Conference Commissioner Jim Phillips says he isn't worried about four member schools supporting changes to the Protect College Sports Act
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DoorDash wants customers to stop using its app to order food

DoorDash wants customers to stop using its app to order food

The delivery giant is testing a new way to make ordering easier.