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Too many people with back pain call ambulances or visit the ED. Hereโs why thatโs a problem
People with back pain are increasingly accessing emergency health care that isnโt required and may leave them worse off.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:
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'Give these blokes the clothes off my back': Taree man films SES flood rescue โ video
Taree resident Phill Smith captured the moment a woman was rescued from flood waters, declaring the crew involved in the rescue 'definitely deserve an Australia Day just for themselves'. Unprecedented flooding has hit the New South Wales mid-north coast, with further rain predicted to comeNSW floods: one dead and โgrave fearsโ held for three missing people as crisis worsens Continue reading...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:The hottest ticket in Britainโs corporate calendar might surprise you
Seeds are sown, but not necessarily of the horticultural kind.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:'National treasure': S Korea cheers Son Heung-min after Tottenham win
Son, who was described as a "national treasure" led the team to its first silverware in 17 years.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Watch: Deep inside a Norwegian mountain, Nato allies train for Arctic war
Europe editor Katya Adler gains access to a secret HQ and Norwegian warships leading military exercises.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Golden Dome: real missile defense or grand strategic bluff?
Echoing Ronald Reaganโs โStar Warsโ and reviving Cold War fears, US President Donald Trumpโs US$175 billion Golden Dome missile defense initiative is being billed as Americaโs ultimate defense. But will Trumpโs big-ticket plan offer real protection against Chinese, Russian and North Korean long-range missiles or is the Golden Dome more Trumpian political theater? Modeled loosely [โฆ] The post Golden Dome: real missile...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:In a flood, first responders balance helping others while their own families are at risk. Itโs an impossible choice
Many volunteer first responders will have loved ones also affected by the Mid North Coast floods in NSW.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:In South Dakota, colleges partner with clean energy industry to meet growing demand for workersย
This story is part of a collaboration between the Institute for Nonprofit Newsโ Rural News Network and Canary Media, South Dakota News Watch, Cardinal News, The Mendocino Voice and The Maine Monitor, with support from Ascendium Education Group. It is reprinted with permission. MITCHELL, S.D. โ Matthew Pearson found a successful career in the wind [โฆ] The post In South Dakota, colleges partner with clean energy industry...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:NSW on alert: these maps show the areas at risk of flooding and storms
The maps show the areas of immediate danger, current and predicted flooding, and where residents should be ready for storms.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Australia is forecast to fall 262,000 homes short of its housing target. We need bold action
A new report offers a roadmap to a healthier housing system. But its recommendations will require bold action.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Govt to Allocate 50,000 Residential Stands to War Veterans
[New Zimbabwe] War veterans are set to benefit from an initiative which will see the allocation and development of 50,000 residential stands from the government.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: What's Next After French Judge Closes Investigation Into Agathe Habyarimana?
[New Times] A French court of appeal has ruled that the investigation into Agathe Kanziga Habyarimana, Rwanda's former First Lady, will not proceed, at least for now.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Gazans fear shutdown of water plants as Israel widens offensive
Parents say children are having to drink unsafe and salty water, as fuel shortages threaten desalination and hygiene facilities.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Canada in talks with US about joining 'Golden Dome' plan
Prime Minister Mark Carney said he has had talks with US President Donald Trump about it. The defense system is designed to detect, track and potentially intercept incoming missiles.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:High and rising political price of Chinaโs UK investments
One major consequence of the UK governmentโs resistance to rejoining the European single market is that it is forced to go around the world seeking trade deals and investment. Recently, the government has boasted of successful arrangements with India and the US and of some new agreements with the EU. But it has also found [โฆ] The post High and rising political price of Chinaโs UK investments appeared first on Asia...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:NZ Budget 2025 at a glance: follow the money here
As expected, Budget 2025 held few surprises, with spending aimed at promoting future growth rather than fixing more immediate problems.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Ukraine: Escalating Russian Attacks on Civilians
Click to expand Image Damage caused by a Russian large high-explosive missile that hit the corner of an apartment building in Poltava on February 1, 2025, killing 15 civilians and injuring 20. 2025 Belkis Wille/Human Rights Watch Russian attacks in Ukraine since January 2025 have killed and injured more civilians than in the same period in 2024.The attacks violated the international law prohibition on indiscriminate...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Rule of Law in Italy Under EU Scrutiny
Click to expand Image President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen (L), and Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, during a press conference in Lampedusa, Italy, September 17, 2023. 2023 Riccardo De Luca/European Union A closed-door hearingat the European Parliament last week could have been an opportunity for the Italian government to engage seriously on European Union concerns over the rule of law in...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Alexander Dalli: The ex-Frontex and 'factory of evil' prison chief now combating migration to Malta from Libya
Despite the Maltese ombudsman's findings of inmate abuse, elevated suicide rates, and racism during his time as prison director, the government continues to defend Alexander Dalli, now serving as Maltaโs special envoy to Libya, while the European Commission remains silent.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Public sector wage bill must be contained โ but not by DOGE methods
Pressure can be relieved in a number of ways such as cutting consultants and reducing staffing in non-core areas such as state-owned entities, as well as ministerial office staff
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:2 Israeli Embassy staffers killed in Washington, D.C. shooting
Two Israeli Embassy staff were killed in a shooting outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington on Wednesday night, and a suspect is in custody, officials said.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:North Korea's Kim slams 'serious accident' at warship launch
The failed launch "severely damaged the dignity and pride of our nation in an instant," says the North Korean leader.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Language battle over 'deportation' shines light on EU spin
The European Commission doesn't use the word "deportation" to describe kicking out failed asylum seekers and rejected migrants from the European Union. It prefers the euphemisms "forced returns" and "voluntary returns."
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Kim Jong-un slams North Korean warship launch accident as 'criminal act': state media
A serious accident occurred on Wednesday during the launch of a new North Korean warship while leader Kim Jong-un was attending the event. He called it a "criminal act" that could not be tolerated, state media KCNA reported.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:US Commerce Department Gets Green Light for Southeast Asian Solar Tariffs
The U.S. solar industry has been "materially injured" by a flood of cheap panels and components from four Southeast Asian nations, a key trade body has ruled.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Emerging markets said to see the next bull run as the 'sell U.S.' narrative gains ground
Emerging markets are in the spotlight again as the "sell U.S." narrative gained fresh momentum after Moody's recent downgrade of U.S. credit rating.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Thailandโs Finance Minister Says It Wants Fair Trade Relationship With Washington
Like many Asian governments, Bangkok has announced a number of trade concessions while taking steps to reduce its overall reliance on the American market.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:US Pilot Detained in Venezuela: Diosdado Cabello Denounces Terrorist Intentions and Handover to the US
Diosdado Cabello confirms the detention and handover of a US Air Force pilot who entered Venezuela with terrorist intentions. The minister reaffirms sovereign defense against foreign conspiracies ahead of regional elections. Related: Venezuela Uncovers Pre-Election Terrorist Plot Tied to International Criminal Networks In a forceful statement, Diosdado Cabello, Venezuelaโs Minister of Interior, Justice, and Peace, [โฆ]
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:CNBC Daily Open: It's hard to imagine a 'Trump put' for a deficit-induced U.S. market sell-off
Just as the tariff-related turmoil subsided โ and only temporarily โ fears of ballooning U.S. debt are sparking another broad sell-off in markets.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Consumer groups urge EU to press airlines over baggage fees
Sixteen consumer groups have called on the EU to take action against seven low-cost airlines over their baggage fees. The carriers include easyJet, Norwegian, Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea, Vueling and Wizz Air.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Vietnam: Macron Should Raise Rights during Visit
Click to expand Image France's President Emmanuel Macron (R) greets Vietnam's President To Lam at the Elysee Palace in Paris, October 7, 2024. 2024 Eliot Blondet/Abaca/Sipa via AP Photo (Paris) โVietnamโs recent agreements with theEuropean Union andFrance committing to human rights reforms have not resulted in improved respect for rights in the country, Human Rights Watch said today in a letter to French President...
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Ramaphosa keeps cool during Trump's choreographed onslaught
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue analyses how the South African president reacted in an extraordinary Oval Office meeting.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:Russian Air Defense Successfully Repels Ukrainian Drone Attacks Targeting Moscow
Russian anti-aircraft systems thwart multiple waves of Ukrainian drone assaults aimed at Moscow, demonstrating the resilience and vigilance of Russiaโs defense amid ongoing conflict. Related: Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Remains Elusive After Trumpโs Phone Calls In the early hours of May 22, 2025, Moscowโs air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed a series of Ukrainian drone attacks [โฆ]
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:How Trump-Ramaphosa confrontation went down in South Africa
Right-wing Afrikaners groups celebrated the ambush but others in the Rainbow Nation found it "uncomfortable" to watch.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source:UK sea temperatures soar after exceptionally warm spring
Sea temperatures in some areas off the UK and Ireland are 4C above average.
Published on: May 22, 2025 | Source: