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The Hindu
21-07-2025
- The Hindu
Search on for missing toddler after mother jumps into river in Kannur
The search continues for a three-year-old boy who went missing after his mother reportedly jumped into the Chemballikundu river with him tied to her chest. Fire and Rescue personnel, along with a specialised scuba diving team, resumed operations early Monday morning (July 21) to trace the child. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Sunday (July 20), when M.V. Reema, 32, reportedly jumped into the river from a bridge with her son, Krishiv Raj, tied to her chest. Her body was recovered by search teams near the Chemballikundu railway bridge around 8.30 a.m. on Sunday. An inquest was conducted by the Pazhayangadi police at the Kannur Government Medical College, Pariyaram. Following the postmortem examination, Reema's body was shifted to the mortuary of a private hospital in Payyannur. According to police, Reema had left home on a scooter with her child following a domestic dispute with her husband. Family members allege that Reema took the extreme step due to prolonged domestic abuse. Her father, Mohanan, claimed she had been under severe mental stress as her husband, Kamalraj—a native of Irinav—had been demanding custody of the child. He also accused Kamalraj and his mother of repeated harassment and mental torture. The family stated that tensions escalated after Kamalraj, who had been working abroad, recently returned home. The police said Reema had previously lodged a complaint against her husband at the Kannapuram police station. A suicide note recovered from her phone reportedly held her husband and mother-in-law responsible for her death. 'Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the State's health helpline 104, Sneha's suicide prevention helpline of Maithri - 0484-2540530, Thanal Suicide Prevention Centre - 0495-2760000 and Direction Interventions System for Health Awareness (DISH)- 1056.'
The Hindu
20-07-2025
- The Hindu
Woman dies after jumping into river with son; search on for child
A 30-year-old woman died after jumping into a river along with her two-and-a-half-year-old son at Vayalpara in Kannur during the early hours of Sunday (July 20). The deceased has been identified as M.V. Rima, a resident of Vayalapra. According to reports, Rima arrived at the riverbank on a scooter around 1 a.m. and leapt into the river from a bridge with her child. The incident was witnessed by a group of local fishermen, who immediately alerted the police. A joint search operation involving residents and the Fire and Rescue Services personnel led to the recovery of Rima's body. However, the search for the missing child is still ongoing. The reason behind the incident remains unclear. The police have launched an investigation and are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking with family members to gather more information. 'Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the State's health helpline 104, Sneha's suicide prevention helpline of Maithri - 0484-2540530, Thanal Suicide Prevention Centre - 0495-2760000 and Direction Interventions System for Health Awareness (DISH)- 1056.'
Medscape
15-07-2025
- Health
- Medscape
Severe Obesity Tied to DISH-Related Spinal Changes
TOPLINE: This study linked severe obesity to diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH)-related spinal radiographic changes in patients with metabolic syndrome (MetS). METHODOLOGY: Retrospective study of the effect of obesity on DISH-related spinal radiographic changes vs degenerative changes in patients with metabolic syndrome (MetS). Overall, 124 MetS patients with diabetes, hypertension, and BMI of 25 or higher were categorized into four obesity classes: 0 (BMI, 25.0-29.9), I (BMI, 30.0-34.9), II (BMI, 35.0-39.9), and III (BMI ≥ 40). Spine and chest radiographs were assessed to determine the presence of both DISH-related chunky spondylophytes and degenerative spondylophytes. DISH was diagnosed when spondylophytes spanned at least four contiguous vertebrae. TAKEAWAY: Among patients with MetS, 33.9% were diagnosed with DISH. Patients with DISH had significantly more DISH-related chunky spondylophytes (P < .0001) and fewer degenerative spondylophytes (P = .04) than those without. Patients in obesity classes II and III had significantly more DISH-related chunky spondylophytes vs classes 0 and I (P = .02), with a comparable number of degenerative spondylophytes between groups. DISH patients in obesity classes II and III had more DISH-related chunky spondylophytes than those in lower classes (14.1 vs 9.7); however, the difference was not statistically significant. IN PRACTICE: 'Our results support the hypothesis that obesity may not only be a comorbid condition but also a driving factor in the formation of Drc [DISH-related chunky]-spondylophytes,' the authors wrote. 'The strong association between obesity and DISH-related radiographic changes underscores the importance of integrating weight management strategies into the clinical care of MetS patients to potentially mitigate the progression of Drc-spondylophytes,' they added. SOURCE: This study was led by David Kiefer, MD, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Herne, Germany. It was published online on July 1, 2025, in The Journal of Rheumatology. LIMITATIONS: The retrospective design of the study may have introduced selection bias. Additionally, the study cohort was limited to patients with MetS, which could have led to an overrepresentation of obesity and related comorbidities, potentially limiting generalizability to populations without MetS or with lower BMI. DISCLOSURES: This study received no financial or industrial support. The authors declared having no conflicts of interest. This article was created using several editorial tools, including AI, as part of the process. Human editors reviewed this content before publication.
Phone Arena
14-07-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
It's going to be even harder for DISH to give any real competition to AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon now
EchoStar-owned DISH has long stopped being a threat to the Big Three — AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, and the sale of UScellular will make it even more irrelevant. The Department of Justice (DoJ) aimed for DISH to become the fourth-largest carrier following Sprint's purchase by T-Mobile , but when it greenlit the acquisition of UScellular by T-Mobile recently, it noted that the transaction would make it even harder for a fourth national player to emerge. When the DoJ announced that it wouldn't stop T-Mobile from acquiring most of the wireless business of UScellular and some of its infrastructure, it also mentioned concerns about the effects of the deal on competition and further consolidation of spectrum in the hands of the Big Three. Despite the many concerns it had, the DoJ still gave the transaction a go-ahead because it realized that UScellular wouldn't be able to survive without help from T-Mobile . The deal has also been greenlit by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which is hardly surprising, given T-Mobile abandoned its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to get it FCC wasn't expected to share the DoJ's concern, according to New Street Research policy analyst Blair Levin, as reported by Light Reading . After all, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has not expressed any concern about spectrum aggregation during his tenure as FCC is investigating whether EchoStar, which owns DISH, is meeting its federal obligation by building out a 5G network using the spectrum it owns. If the company is found deficient in its commitment, it might be asked to sell its spectrum to the Big Three. —Blair Levin, New Street Research policy analyst, July 2025 US cable operators, which are shaping up to be a threat to the nation's largest wireless carriers, are unlikely to bid for EchoStar's spectrum, leaving the DoJ no choice but to auction it off to the Big Street Research analyst Jonathan Chaplin believes that cable companies, and not DISH, should be viewed as the country's fourth mobile operator. Though EchoStar once had a shot at becoming the fourth carrier, it no longer seems possible. —Jonathan Chaplin, New Street Research analyst, July 2025 Cable companies like Charter's Spectrum Mobile and Comcast's Xfinity Mobile are outperforming DISH's Boost Mobile and are something of disruptors. They use their Wi-Fi networks and CBRS-based networks to not rely too much on AT&T , T-Mobile , and Verizon , on whom they depend nonetheless to provide service through Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) agreements. That's because they don't have network infrastructure of their own. This allows them to keep costs in check. Cable operators provide mobile service to consumers at half the price of Verizon . At the same time, carriers now offer broadband service for less than what cable charges. EchoStar's chances of survival might start looking up if it signed an MVNO agreement with cable. EchoStar has in the past expressed willingness to do so, but it's not known if any concrete steps were taken to make this said, since EchoStar is in the process of building out its network, this might be difficult to pull off, unless it signs roaming agreements with AT&T and T-Mobile , which they might not agree to. As things stand now, T-Mobile , which is already the largest US wireless carrier, is on its way to becoming even more powerful. This is only going to embolden it to take more unpopular decisions. On the other hand, T-Mobile has the best network in the US and leads in most service metrics, and the purchase of UScellular will allow it to bring better service to consumers in rural areas. Maybe it really is the survival of the fittest. Switch to a 2-month Total 5G or 5G+ plan with Total Wireless and score this foldable deal. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Guj govt notifies new occupational safety code
Gandhinagar: In the coming weeks, all factories, construction sites and establishments will have to mandatorily secure occupational safety, health, and working conditions certifications. The state labour, skill, and employment department has notified the Occupational Safety and Health and Working Conditions Code, and the new regulations will be implemented once the Govt of India notifies the date of implementation. The state govt has directed the labour commissioner and director, industrial safety and health (DISH) to prepare for the execution of the new regulations. P M Shah, director, DISH, who is the nodal officer appointed by the state govt, said, "Gujarat govt has notified fourth labour code also passed by the Govt of India in 2020, and now we are fully ready to implement the new code in the state." He added, "As soon as Govt of India directs us with new guidelines regarding compliance with the act and its follow-up mechanism, we will start implementation of the new code from the date of notification by the govt of India. We have already prepared our internal mechanism to implement the new code." The state govt is in the process of forming an advisory board and other mechanisms for the implementation of the new code. As per the new code, all new industries, construction projects or any type of small, medium, or large establishments will have to secure mandatory certification of occupation safety by paying necessary fees. "The already functional or registered factories will have to take the new licence within a designated time limit once the central govt notifies the state code," officials said.
