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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to amend the 2022 rent ordinance so tenants can defer two months of rent before landlords may begin eviction proceedings; the rule takes effect April 16 and applies at specified fair-market rent thresholds.

Metallica's All Within My Hands partnership with the American Red Cross, launched in April 2025, is reported to have helped collect about 25,000 donations in the U.S. and roughly 40,000 worldwide. The campaign included drives tied to the M72 World Tour and a donor promotion running from July 29, 2025, to Feb. 28, 2026.

A randomized six-week trial by Cardiff University found children ages 4–8 who played with dolls showed larger improvements in false-belief understanding than peers who played open-ended tablet games.

A new startup and clinicians are promoting a 10-week, 74-day preconception program aimed at improving sperm quality through diet, sleep, exercise, stress management and supplements; the program's price range is reported as $950 to $1,500. Researchers have reported long-term declines in sperm counts since the 1970s, and male factors are estimated to contribute to roughly half of infertility cases.

Podiatrists say many popular women's sandals lack arch support, cushioning, and rear-foot stability; the article highlights features to seek in supportive sandals and flags minimalist flip‑flops and unsupportive slides as styles to avoid.

Two large studies using AI analysis of routine CT scans reported that higher 'thymic health' scores in adults were associated with lower risks of death, cardiovascular death, and lung cancer, and that stronger thymic health was linked to better outcomes for cancer patients receiving immunotherapy.

Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic will lose patent protection this weekend in several populous countries, with generic versions expected first in India and then in China, Canada and other markets; the United States and Europe are not expected to see generics until the early 2030s.

Research finds regular coffee consumption is linked with improved mental and physical performance and a lower dementia risk for people who drink about two to three cups daily, while higher amounts can cause side effects such as jitters and sleep disruption.

CNN Underscored compiled a list of 25 sandals recommended by four podiatrists, highlighting models across uses such as hiking, water activities, everyday recovery and beach wear; experts emphasized features like arch support, heel cups, adjustable straps and shock-absorbing midsoles.

A couple in north Wales were each jailed for eight years after admitting causing or allowing the death of their adult daughter in May 2023, which a pathologist linked to sepsis and severe malnutrition.

World Down Syndrome Day, observed on March 21, highlights friendship and inclusion for people with Down syndrome, a condition present in about one in 700 births.

A study in Science Advances estimates up to 155,000 Covid-19 deaths were not recorded on death certificates in 2020–2021, representing about 16% of deaths in those years, with higher undercounts among Hispanic people and other people of color.

Lilly reported late‑stage results showing its experimental diabetes drug retatrutide produced an average 15.3% body‑weight reduction at the highest dose and lowered A1C by 1.9% over about nine months. The trial also recorded common side effects including nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and about 5% of patients on the top dose stopped treatment due to adverse events.

A couple in Wrexham were jailed for eight years after admitting they caused or allowed the death of their 32-year-old daughter, who was found at home weighing about five stone and recorded as dying from sepsis and low body weight.

After writing a letter to Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek, Oregon quarterback Dante Moore posted an emotional video describing his experiences with depression and urging expanded access to mental health care.

Chelsea Leyland, who has long managed endometriosis, co-founded Looni to offer menstrual-health products and a free WhatsApp support community, and the brand's products are now carried in more than 370 Whole Foods Market locations.

Experts describe the '7:1' sleep rule: fall asleep for seven hours within the same one‑hour window at least five nights a week; a large study linked consistent seven‑hour timing with a lower risk of early death.

Doctors report that people with high blood pressure who rise abruptly can experience dizziness from a temporary drop in venous return, and clinicians note a natural morning blood pressure surge that can increase cardiovascular stress.

A board-certified sleep doctor says bedroom clutter can increase background anxiety and contribute to early-morning awakenings; the piece also reports that sleep loss lowers motivation, which can make tidying harder and sustain the cycle.

An independent panel of autism experts met in Washington to present a science-based alternative after HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appointed 21 new members to the federal autism committee; the independent group said the federal picks reflect a narrow ideological agenda and proceeded with its session after HHS postponed its meeting.

Novo Nordisk's semaglutide patent has expired in India, and more than 40 local firms are expected to launch over 50 generic brands, which could lower prices while raising concerns about uneven oversight.

A mouse study found that cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG) improved liver fat, blood lipids and glucose control and increased phosphocreatine production; whether these effects apply to humans is undetermined.

A Swedish observational study of almost 95,000 people with diabetes or obesity and diagnosed mental health conditions found semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy) was associated with lower risks of worsening depression (44%), anxiety (38%) and addiction (47%); researchers said the results support running clinical trials.

A Maui nonprofit ran a six-month Kahua Card pilot that gave 18 households up to $1,100 a month; about 80% of participants reported less anxiety while many still had unmet housing needs.

About 17 veterans die by suicide each day, and officials report veterans wait an average of 17 days for a first mental health appointment.

The article highlights six types of canned soups—lentil, black bean, split pea, minestrone, vegetable barley, and butternut squash—that are noted for fiber, potassium, and lean-protein content and that are healthiest when labeled low‑ or no‑salt; sodium levels vary widely by brand.

Christian Collins, a 6-foot-9 McDonald's All-American who has cystic fibrosis, verbally committed to USC and joins a 2026 class ranked No. 6 by 247Sports.

A study published in BMJ Open Quality reports that the UC Way Hypertension Medication Algorithm, implemented across six University of California health centers in 2023, raised the share of patients with controlled blood pressure from 68.5% to 73.9%, affecting about 4,860 people and an estimated dozens of serious events averted.

Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and fiber (about 3.6 g per cup), and research reports they may help support gut bacteria, aspects of brain function, and markers of heart health.

The VA announced a $112 million grant cycle through the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program to expand community‑based suicide prevention services for veterans, especially those not enrolled in VA health care. Applications are due June 12, 2026.