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Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Yahoo
Readers sound off on NYPD horse care, federal library cuts and an attempted assassin
Tuckahoe, N.Y.: The NYPD is reviewing its $734,000 contract with the veterinarian who oversees its mounted horses because they 'just discovered his history of violating racehorse care rules.' Among this veterinarian's many infractions and violations, which included several drugging offenses, he was found to have committed an improper and fraudulent act at Aqueduct Race Track by submitting health certificates for horses he didn't evaluate. He refused to list medications he gave, failed to follow licensing requirements, and was fined in 2020 for professional misconduct for failing to provide information to support his treatment of a horse in Queens. He even declared collapsed carriage horse Aysha to be in 'good condition' with 'no injuries consistent with abuse or mishandling,' despite online videos clearly showing carriage drivers pushing and dragging this poor horse directly following his collapse. Not surprisingly, the New York State Gaming Commission refuses to comment on this issue; their only interest is keeping the races going. And why won't the NYC Department of Health comment? What is it hiding? The abuses and cover-ups of the racehorse and carriage-horse industries have been documented for decades, both rife with big-money greed and corruption, with unions and public apathy keeping them going — aided, of course, by the fact that the animals can't complain. They are the perfect silent victims. NYPD, would you send your family to a doctor with such a horrible record? These beautiful animals can't speak for themselves. Please be their caring voice. They are put into treacherous situations with an unruly public. You depend on them — and they depend on you. They deserve better. Kiley Blackman Jamaica Hills: The world is going to hell in a handbasket! Have no fear, NYC residents, we can save the world by sorting through our garbage (or face fines). Who are these City Council members and how many of them actually live in NYC? Robert Gibbs Brooklyn: Voicer Gregory W. Chupa has apparently been gaslit on the NY HEAT Act. It would save New Yorkers money in a very simple way: reduce gas service charges by preventing gas companies from building unnecessary new pipelines. We pay for those, and the more people who voluntarily go electric, the smaller the pool of gas consumers left to foot the bill. NY HEAT in no way requires homeowners to electrify, buy new heating equipment or spend extra money. For low- to middle-income families, gas bills would be capped at 6% of earnings. That's what NY HEAT is really about, and why it's so important to our wallets and well-being, and why Gov. Hochul must include it in her final budget. Samantha Gore Staten Island: Re 'Poll: AOC would beat Schumer' (April 5): That says it all about the Democrats. Dumb and dumber. Thomas Fraumeni Jr. Manhattan: I've been a proud library card holder since I was 6 and intent on reading the entire children's section of the Bayside branch of the Queensborough Public Library. Less noticed among President Trump's giant cuts to health care, veterans' services, medical research and Social Security is the disappearance of the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services. Staff is on administrative leave — paid but not allowed to work — and grant funding for 125,000 libraries nationwide is frozen. These grants are critical life support for services Americans need, like the 30 million people who rely on public libraries for internet access. Job seekers, veterans, rural residents and local schools need public libraries. Library cuts are cruelty imposed on Americans. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is fighting back. Everyone should be equally outraged at the harm being done to New Yorkers and Americans. Laurie Aron Centereach, L.I.: Don't believe or repeat Voicer Tom Asher's letter regarding Bill Clinton and Barack Obama laying off more government workers than President Trump without noting major key differences. Tom pulled that info from social media and/or Fox News — not always factual sources. In fairness, Clinton and Obama did cut hundreds of thousands of government workers, but through legitimate buyouts. They did these cuts with bipartisan congressional approval. Republicans and Democrats reviewed and approved these actions with intelligent thought and consideration. Trump set loose Elon Musk, who was designated a 'special government employee,' and he wantonly swung his 'chainsaw' without regard for his actions and without congressional oversight. Musk fired and rehired critical government employees, with difficulty, hundreds of times. This is not the way democracy works. Trump keeps mum while bringing Musk's Tesla automobiles to the White House driveway. You say hypocrisy, Tom? Richard Dragani Richmond Hill: To Voicer JoAnn Lee Frank: Regarding you desiring Trump for a third term, therefore you agree to disregard the Constitution? You are comfortable living under a dictatorship, agree with disrupting Social Security, the IRS, Medicaid, Medicare and the U.S. Postal Service, and his promotion of assault weapons? How about stripping memorials and all history of courageous Black and female heroes from government websites and history books? You must also approve of cuts to USAID, the National Institutes of Health and health departments. And because of his tariffs, all of us will pay more for every single item we purchase. Lastly, you must be comfortable with Musk sharing the presidency. All of our worldwide allies have deserted the U.S. and we now stand alone. I don't think most Americans will accept this for four more years. Ene Kelly Staten Island: It is said that Nero fiddled while Rome burned. Fast-forward two millennia and he has returned. This time he has a golf club in his hand rather than a fiddle. Ralph D'Esposito Ridgewood, N.J.: Trump's tariffs can be expected to increase U.S. unemployment and inflation. This double hit will not be easy to correct. Expect a Democratic congressional landslide in 2026. Ed Houlihan Jefferson City, Mo.: I am worried about the recent Trump administration decision to stop all USAID world food programs when millions of people in Sudan, Yemen and other areas are in danger of dying of starvation. U.S. aid provides at least five major benefits: 1) Saves millions from death of starvation and malnutrition-related infection. 2) Allows millions of children to grow into a healthy and productive adulthood. 3) Reduces the risk of war in impoverished areas. 4) Creates worldwide goodwill for the U.S. 5) Creates income for U.S. farmers and food processors. In the past 70 years, U.S. food programs have fed 3 billion people in 150 nations and have long enjoyed strong bipartisan support. To fight world hunger, I urge the government to reinstate funding for USAID food programs and urge the public to donate generously to charities that fight hunger abroad and in the U.S.A. Luke Curtis Jefferson City, Tenn.: I'm 66. I've been pro-Israel my entire life. However, being pro the country doesn't mean I support the actions of its government in Gaza, just as I am pro-U.S. but disagree with nearly everything my government has done since Jan. 20. Have the Israelis forgotten what the Nazis did to the Jews in the 1930s and '40s? Have they no sympathy for a minority people? I'm sure there are terrorists in Gaza — Hamas and others. But you don't annihilate an entire people to get at a few bad ones in their midst. Cutting off electricity and water is inhumane, as is bombing hospitals, schools and other places of refuge. Do you remember your fight for a homeland? Do you remember the Haganah and what they did to the British to gain a homeland? What makes you think the Palestinians won't do the same? Sean M. Talty Brooklyn: To all of you who write in all the time and seem to be very aware of things going on in this country, I have a question: Remember a few months back when the Secret Service arrested a man with a rifle on the golf course where Trump was playing? Does anyone know what happened to Ryan Routh? After that happened, we never heard a word. Norma Joseph
Egypt Today
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Donia Samir Ghanem Steals the Spotlight with a Stunning Musical Performance at Aysha El Dour Finale
Donia Samir Ghanem. Donia Samir Ghanem steals the spotlight with a stunning musical performance at Aysha El Dour finale. As always, she amazed us with her angelic voice and dazzling show, delivering the perfect ending to Aysha's story. After a hiatus from the previous Ramadan drama season, Egyptian star Donia Samir Ghanem made her much-anticipated return in Ramadan 2025. She starred in dual roles in the series Aysha El Dour. The plot follows a twist of fate that forces the protagonist, Aysha to lead a double life—one as herself and another as her niece, Fatima. Circumstances compel her to impersonate Fatima at her university, unexpectedly plunging her back into the challenges of adolescence. The narrative unfolds as she masterfully embodies both characters in a story that blends comedy, romance, and social drama. The series also features a distinguished ensemble cast alongside Donia Samir Ghanem, including Nour Mahmoud, Amira Adeeb, Fadwa Abed, Maged El-Kelai, and Mohamed Tharwat. It is penned by Ahmed El-Gendy and Karim Youssef, and directed by Ahmed El-Gendy. The show will span 15 episodes.
Khaleej Times
27-02-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
UAE: After losing first baby to rare genetic disorder, Dubai couple welcomes miracle child via IVF
When Aysha and Ahmed (names changed upon request) married in 2019, they were excited about their future and planned to grow their family. Aysha soon conceived, and the couple was overjoyed. However, their happiness was short-lived as one of the several tests during pregnancy revealed that the foetus was affected by Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome (BWS). The couple's first child did not survive. Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome is a genetic condition that causes excessive growth in different body parts. Babies born with BWS are often larger than usual, and some may experience disproportionate growth on one side of the body, a condition known as hemihyperplasia. Although children affected by BWS may grow taller than their peers, the condition typically slows down by age 8, and adult height tends to be normal. Despite the promising recovery with age, BWS increases the risk of childhood cancers, making it a difficult condition for parents. Aysha and Ahmed, originally from Jordan and long-time residents of Dubai, were heartbroken after losing their first child. But they were determined not to let the condition affect their future children. 'We learned that one of us carried the genetic mutation for BWS. We really wanted a healthy pregnancy and child, so we decided to go for in vitro fertilisation (IVF),' said Aysha. After undergoing IVF treatment, Aysha and Ahmed were able to welcome a healthy baby boy. Their son was free from the genetic disorder thanks to advanced fertility treatments and genetic testing. "We are very happy that our son is healthy and disease-free," said the mother. The couple consulted doctors at Orchid Fertility Clinic, where the team used Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Monogenic Diseases (PGT-M) to prevent the hereditary condition from being passed down. Dr Dimitrios Kafetzis, the medical director at Orchid Fertility, explained the challenges the couple faced, including advanced maternal age and a history of miscarriages. 'Our team employed a combination of advanced genetic screening and IVF techniques to help the couple conceive a healthy child while minimising the risk of passing on BWS,' said Dr Kafetzis. The IVF process began with ovarian stimulation over four cycles, resulting in the retrieval of 57 mature eggs. These eggs were fertilised via Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), and 41 embryos developed. 'Genetic testing identified seven embryos that were free of the BWS mutation, and further screening for chromosomal abnormalities narrowed the selection down to two viable embryos, one of which was successfully implanted,' said Dr Kafetzis. 'The pregnancy progressed well, and the baby was born healthy,' said Maria Banti, lab director at Orchid Fertility. 'This case demonstrates the potential of reproductive genetics in preventing inherited conditions and ensuring better outcomes for families facing genetic challenges.' Now, the couple is determined to expand their family. They have embarked on their second round of IVF, hopeful that they will be blessed with another child free from genetic disorders.
