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Domestic helper arrested after 5-month-old baby found unconscious at Yuen Long home

Hong Kong police have arrested a domestic helper for suspected child abuse after a five-month-old baby girl was found unconscious at her Yuen Long home. The force received a report at about 7.20pm on Thursday that an infant was unconscious at a residence at Ha San Wai along Castle Peak Road....

Katherine Langford

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Peloton bike in a modern home gym setting

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Peloton Forecast Tops Estimates in Sign of Comeback Progress

In the bustling heart of New York City, where fitness trends often set the tone for lifestyles, Peloton Interactive Inc. has become a household name synonymous with home workouts. Last week, the company unveiled its forecast for the upcoming holiday quarter, revealing projections that, while still...

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Hong Kong medical watchdog to hold by-election after member quits over conflict risk

Hong Kong’s medical watchdog will hold a by-election after a prominent patients’ rights advocate resigned from the body amid concerns over a potential conflict of interest in his plan to represent the father of a child who died following an alleged medical blunder at an inquest into her death. The...

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Cigna Group headquarters in NYC with a clear sky

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Cigna Profit Tops Wall Street Views on Insurance, Care Services

As the sun rose over New York City, the bustling streets filled with commuters and the hum of city life, a quiet yet significant financial announcement emerged from Cigna Group. The health insurance giant reported its third-quarter profits, exceeding Wall Street's expectations and bolstering its...

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A sleek Oura Ring 5 worn on a person's finger, symbolizing discreet fitness tracking.

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The Best Smart Ring for Discreet Fitness Tracking in 2026

As the sun sets over the bustling streets of New York City, a young professional named Mia slips off her Oura Ring 5, having worn it throughout her day of meetings and workouts. The sleek design and lightweight feel have made it a seamless part of her life, allowing her to track her health metrics...

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Richard Simmons' iconic estate in Los Angeles sold for $3.8 million

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Richard Simmons’ L.A. estate sells for $3.8 million

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the hills of Los Angeles, a significant chapter of fitness history closed with the sale of Richard Simmons' iconic estate. Known for his exuberant personality and groundbreaking approach to fitness, Simmons transformed lives and...

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Thai conservationists hunt for dugong poop in race to save endangered marine mammal

Thai conservationists are sleuthing for clues to help save the country’s last herd of dugongs by testing the mammal’s poop for stress hormones, its microbiome and other health indicators to prevent the extinction of this beloved yet critically endangered sea creature. But first they have to find...

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Unexpected White Flower Oil uses; how a Singaporean beat cancer: 7 Lifestyle highlights

We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Cancer at 32, laid off at 50. How a Singaporean rebuilt his life after setbacks Edgar Tang was 32 and on holiday in...

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Hong Kong government doctor found guilty of misconduct over driving conviction

A senior government doctor has been found guilty of professional misconduct over a dangerous driving conviction and his failure to report it promptly to Hong Kong’s medical watchdog. The Medical Council of Hong Kong ordered that a warning letter be issued to Dr Edmond Ma Siu-keung, head of the...

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