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Russian champion skaters aboard crashed US plane: state media

Russian figure skaters including world champion couple Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, who won the 1994 pairs title, were on board a US passenger jet that crashed in Washington on Wednesday, Russian state news agencies reported.

Koran burner shot dead in Sweden, five arrested

A man who repeatedly burnt the Koran in 2023 in Sweden, sparking outrage in Muslim countries, has been shot dead south of Stockholm, investigators said Thursday, adding that five people had been arrested.

1.2 million in Japan told to use less water to help rescue man from sinkhole

Hopes faded for a 74-year-old man in Japan whose truck was swallowed by a sinkhole as a difficult rescue operation entered its third night Thursday, with the chasm widening and locals urged to limit water use to aid efforts.

Survivors of India festival stampede recount deadly crush

Hindu pilgrim Parvati Gupta braved jostling crowds to be at the world's largest religious festival in India but will leave with injuries that will keep her bedridden for months.

1.2 million in Japan told to use less water to help sinkhole rescue

Japanese authorities have asked 1.2 million people to cut back on showers and laundry to prevent leaking sewage aggravating an operation to rescue a truck driver in a sinkhole.

Unfazed devotees shrug off stampede at India mega-festival

Swarming throngs of devotees bathed in rivers at the world's biggest religious gathering in India on Thursday, undeterred by a stampede a day earlier that killed at least 30 people.

With 'I'm Still Here,' Brazil confronts ghosts of dictatorship

The global success of Brazilian movie "I'm Still Here" -- riding high after three Oscars nominations -- has set off a national fervor usually reserved for Carnaval or the football World Cup.

The Fresh Factory Appoints Tim Doelman to the Board of Directors

CAROL STREAM, IL / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. (TSXV:FRSH)(FRA:Q4Z) ("The Fresh Factory" or the "Company"), a mission-driven company for fresh, clean-label, and better-for-you food and beverage brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Doelman to its Board of Directors, effective January 29, 2025. Tim will succeed Besar Xhelili, who is departing from the Board effective January 29, 2025. Mr. Xhelili will continue to serve as an advisor to the Company.

LQR House Launches SWOL Tequila Merch Line, Expanding the Brand’s Bold Identity Beyond the Bottle

MIAMI BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / LQR House Inc. (the "Company" or "LQR House") (NASDAQ:LQR), a niche ecommerce platform specializing in the spirits and beverage industry, is proud to announce the launch of the official merchandise line for its flagship tequila brand, SWOL Tequila. Known for its bold flavors and innovative branding, SWOL Tequila continues to set itself apart with these exciting products designed for tequila enthusiasts who want to carry the SWOL spirit with them everywhere.

Spain's top prosecutor denies leaking documents against opposition

Spain's top prosecutor on Wednesday denied leaking legal documents about the partner of the Madrid region's influential conservative leader, legal sources said, a case embarrassing Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

At least 30 dead in India stampede at Hindu mega-festival

A pre-dawn stampede at the world's largest religious gathering killed at least 30 people in India on Wednesday, with many more injured after a surging crowd spilled out of a police cordon and trampled bystanders.

Accidents spotlight fear of training in traffic for professional cyclists

Two shocking accidents this week served as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by professional cyclists on roads they have to share with traffic during training.

At least 15 dead in India stampede at Hindu mega-festival

A pre-dawn stampede at the world's largest religious gathering killed at least 15 people in India Wednesday, with many more injured after a surging crowd spilled out of a police cordon and trampled bystanders.

Crowd chaos and confusion at site of India festival stampede

Journeying across India for the pinnacle celebration of the Hindu calendar, Laxmi and her family were sleeping by the roadside Wednesday as they waited to cleanse themselves in the sacred Ganges river.

Prayer and dance: hundreds of millions in Asia celebrate Year of the Snake

From incense offerings and vibrant lion dances in Beijing to prayer rituals at temples in Bangkok and Taipei, hundreds of millions of people across Asia celebrated the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, ushering in the Year of the Snake.

15 dead in India stampede at Hindu mega-festival

A stampede at the world's largest religious gathering in India killed at least 15 people with many more injured, a doctor at the Kumbh Mela festival told AFP Wednesday.

15 dead in India after stampede at Hindu mega-festival

A stampede at the world's largest religious gathering in India killed at least 15 people with many more injured, a doctor at the Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj told AFP Wednesday.

Protagonist to Host Investor Event with KOL Insights on Polycythemia Vera (PV) and the Hepcidin Mimetic Rusfertide in New York on February 6, 2025

NEWARK, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 29, 2025 / Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc. ("Protagonist" or the "Company")will host an in-person and virtual investor event on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 10:30 AM ET in New York. To register, click here.

Aviva Aesthetics Partners with Renew MedSpa, Expanding Footprint to the Midwest

CHICAGO, IL & EAGAN, MN / ACCESS Newswire / January 29, 2025 / Aviva Aesthetics, the only entrepreneur-owned and led medical aesthetics platform, is excited to announce its partnership with Renew MedSpa, a leading medical spa based in Eagan, Minnesota.

Ambience Healthcare Joins athenahealth's Marketplace Program to Support Clinicians with AI-assisted Documentation, Point of Care CDI & Coding, and Care Coordination

SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 29, 2025 / Ambience Healthcare, the leading enterprise AI platform for documentation, CDI & coding, and care coordination, today announced an agreement with athenahealth, Inc through the company's Marketplace program. As part of the athenahealth® Marketplace, Ambience's AI technology, which recently received a 97.7% Spotlight Report score from KLAS Research in the Ambient AI category*, is now available to athenahealth's growing network of healthcare providers.

Jaguar Health Supports Evaluation of FDA-Approved Crofelemer to Address GI Side Effects of GLP-1 and Other Weight Loss Therapies: Files Patent Application with USPTO

Gastrointestinal disorders are the most frequently reported adverse effects during clinical trials of GLP-1 agonists; GI adverse events usually develop in 40-70% of treated patients, and have been reported in up to 85%Crofelemer, approved by the FDA under the brand name Mytesi® for HIV-related diarrhea, has demonstrated a significant benefit in improving gastrointestinal symptoms, including diarrhea, abdominal pain and discomfort, incontinence, bloating and constipation, when studied in populations with HIV-related diarrhea, cancer therapy-related diarrhea, and IBSCrofelemer could have a significant supportive impact on GLP-1 therapies, one of the fastest growing classes of drugs, estimated to be a $56 billion global market in 2025 and projected to grow at a CAGR of 21% to $322 billion 20341

Moderna to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results on Friday, February 14, 2025

CAMBRIDGE, MA / ACCESS Newswire / January 29, 2025 / Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRNA) today announced that it will host a live conference call and webcast at 8:00 a.m. ET on Friday, February 14, 2025 to report its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results, and provide a corporate update.

NanoViricides to Present at the MicroCap Conference on Wednesday, January 29, 2025

SHELTON, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 29, 2025 / NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American:NNVC) (the "Company"), a clinical stage leader developing revolutionary broad-spectrum antiviral drugs that the virus cannot escape, announced that it is presenting today, January 29, at 11am at the MicroCap Conference 2025 in Atlantic City, NJ.

'No way out': Grim conditions in El Salvador's mega-prison for gangs

Confined to their cells for all but 30 minutes a day, denied visits, forced to sleep on stainless steel cots without mattresses: this is life in Latin America's biggest prison.

Hundreds of millions in Asia celebrate Year of the Snake

Hundreds of millions of people across Asia celebrate the Lunar New Year with their families on Wednesday, as they bid farewell to the Year of the Dragon and usher in the Year of the Snake.

Helicopter crash that killed Leicester City owner ruled an accident

The helicopter crash that killed the owner of Premier League football club Leicester City was an accident, an inquest jury ruled on Tuesday.

Nepal resumes rescue helicopter flights to Mount Everest

Nepali airlines have resumed rescue helicopter flights to the Everest region, an aviation industry official announced Tuesday, following weeks of suspension prompted by protests from locals citing environmental impact and loss of income from trekkers.

Fast-moving fires torch national parks in southeast Australia

Firefighters were desperately trying to stop a cluster of fast-moving blazes in southeast Australia on Tuesday, as thousands of acres of national park burned and a farming community was forced to evacuate.

Michael Weydemuller Promoted to Chief Compliance Officer at Spirits Capital Corporation

SCOTTSDALE, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / January 28, 2025 / Spirits Capital Corporation, a fintech company that seamlessly integrates technology with the global production, management, and transactional needs of the barrel-aged spirits market and the creator the Distilled Barrels Financial Exchange DBFEX™, announces the promotion of Michael Weydemuller to Chief Compliance Officer. In this expanded role, Michael will leverage his deep expertise in taxation and regulatory compliance to ensure that all transactions on Spirits Capital's flagship platform, the Distilled Barrels Financial Exchange (DBFEX™), are fully aligned with the stringent requirements set forth by the Alcohol, Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN), Utilizing Its Subsidiary Green Rain Solar Inc., Advances EV Infrastructure in Rochester, NY

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 28, 2025 / The Now Corporation, through its renewable energy subsidiary Green Rain Solar Inc., is making significant progress in enhancing electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in disadvantaged communities across the United States. The company is pleased to announce that it has completed a utility feasibility study for its flagship project at 1600 West Ridge Road in Rochester, New York, clearing the way to move forward with installation plans.

Telomir Pharmaceuticals Announces Breakthrough Results With Telomir-1 Fully Reversing Oxidative Stress in Human Cell Lines and Exploring Potential as a Treatment for Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) and Other Viruses

Oxidative stress drives aging and is a key factor in diseases like Alzheimer's, Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes. It also plays a critical role in the progression of viral infections, such as avian influenza (bird flu), by exacerbating inflammation and cellular damage. Directly addressing oxidative stress and its consequences is essential to treating the underlying causes of these conditions and mitigating the severity of viral outbreaks.

Nigerian extradited, charged over sextortion that led to US teen's death

A Nigerian man has been extradited to the United States to face charges in connection with the sextortion of a teenage boy who subsequently committed suicide.

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