Social issues

Blocked Progress or Necessary Caution? The UK’s Puberty Blockers Ban Stirs Fierce Controversy

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Blocked Progress or Necessary Caution? The UK’s Puberty Blockers Ban Stirs Fierce Controversy

The UK government’s ban on prescribing puberty blockers for adolescents experiencing gender dysphoria has ignited heated debate, dividing public opinion on the rights and well-being of transgender youth. The contentious measure, endorsed by both major political parties, follows recommendations from the Cass Review and is set to have far-reaching implications for healthcare in England, Scotland, … Read more

Court rejects Boeing plea deal in 737 Max crashes, citing DEI concerns

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Court rejects Boeing plea deal in 737 Max crashes, citing DEI concerns

Nadia Milleron, whose daughter Samya Stumo was killed in the crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, holds a sign with photos of the crash victims during a Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee hearing on aviation safety and the future of the Boeing 737 Max aircraft, in the Hart Building in Washington, D.C., Oct. 29, … Read more

‘The world is crazy’: Spate of mass casualty incidents in China reveal pent up grievances and anger

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‘The world is crazy’: Spate of mass casualty incidents in China reveal pent up grievances and anger

THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS China’s economy is facing a number of challenges – a property crisis, steep public debt as well as rising youth unemployment rates, all of which have taken a toll on both economic and mental health.  Mental health remains a growing issue in the country – with reports of people … Read more

Same-sex marriage in Thailand expected to bring increase in tourists

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Same-sex marriage in Thailand expected to bring increase in tourists

Thailand’s same-sex marriage legislation, scheduled to come into effect in January 2025, could attract an additional 4 million tourists to the country per year, according to a report commissioned by the travel company Agoda. The report published Thursday estimates the country’s marriage equality law may increase tourism arrivals by 10%, netting the country an extra … Read more

American interest in moving abroad skyrockets after Trump’s win

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American interest in moving abroad skyrockets after Trump’s win

Americans disappointed with the outcome of the U.S. election took their anguish online, with searches related to moving abroad surging following the results of the presidential race. Google Trends showed that searches related to “leaving the country” and “how to move to …” spiked following the news that Donald Trump would be returning to the … Read more

UK, Eli Lilly to trial use of weight loss drugs to combat unemployment

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UK, Eli Lilly to trial use of weight loss drugs to combat unemployment

LONDON — U.S. pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly is exploring whether obesity drugs could be used to curb joblessness after signing a major investment deal with the U.K. The weight-loss treatment firm and creator of Zepbound announced Monday that it would commit £279 million ($364 million) to help tackle Britain’s significant health challenges — including obesity. … Read more

Microsoft announces new health-care AI tools

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Microsoft announces new health-care AI tools

Microsoft on Thursday announced new health-care data and artificial intelligence tools, including a collection of medical imaging models, a health-care agent service and an automated documentation solution for nurses.  The tools aim to help health-care organizations build AI applications quicker and save clinicians time on administrative tasks, a major cause of industry burnout. Nurses spend … Read more

Is it safe to visit the US? How guns and Trump affect travel interest

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Is it safe to visit the US? How guns and Trump affect travel interest

More than 90% of travelers from Southeast Asia say that gun prevalence in the United States influences whether they will visit, according to a new survey. The study — which surveyed 6,000 international travelers from the six countries — showed that respondents perceived Hawaii to be the safest state in terms of gun violence, while … Read more

At Chinese bookseller’s US store, he has books he never imagined selling before

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At Chinese bookseller’s US store, he has books he never imagined selling before

Bookseller Yu Miao wanted Jifeng Bookstore in Shanghai to be a place for public discussions, with talks on topics from social issues to constitutionalism and religion. “But some topics are considered taboo and sensitive to discuss in public spaces,” he says of the store that was effectively forced out of business in China in January … Read more

Deep vein thrombosis while flying — who gets it and how to prevent it

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Deep vein thrombosis while flying — who gets it and how to prevent it

Experts call it “economy class syndrome” — but it can happen to anyone in any class of an airplane. Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT as it’s known, occurs when blood clots in one or more veins. It can happen at any time, but people who travel on long-haul flights are at a higher risk because … Read more