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Economic Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
NYT Mini Crossword Hints Answers Today, August 13 2025: Clues and tips for solving puzzle
NYT Mini Crossword Hints Answers Today, August 13 2025 is shared with clues and tips for solving puzzle. The NYT Mini Crossword for August 13, 2025, offers a compact 5x5 puzzle with clues from sailing to science. NYT Mini Crossword Hints Answers Today, August 13 2025 is shared with clues and tips for solving puzzle. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads NYT Mini Crossword Hints or Clues Today, August 13 2025 Puzzle Across 1 Across: Vertical pole on a sailboat — Hint: Ends with 'T' 5 Across: 'My ___ car is a …' bumper sticker slogan — Hint: Starts with 'O' 7 Across: State mammal for both Alaska and Maine — Hint: Starts with 'M' 8 Across: Common T-shirt size — Hint: Ends with 'L' 9 Across: Overcome or kill, like a dragon — Hint: Starts with 'S' Down 1 Down: People who might read aloud during story time — Hint: Starts with 'M' 2 Down: About ten million billion of these are in a grain of salt — Hint: Ends with 'S' 3 Down: A ridge of sand in shallow water — Hint: Starts with 'S' 4 Down: Car brand named for its inventor — Hint: Starts with 'W' 6 Down: Depend or rely — Hint: Ends with 'Y' NYT Mini Crossword Answers Today, August 13 2025 Puzzle Across 1 Across: MAST 5 Across: OTHER 7 Across: MOOSE 8 Across: SMALL 9 Across: SLAY Down 1 Down: MOMS 2 Down: ATOMS 3 Down: SHOAL 4 Down: TESLA 6 Down: RELY Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads What is NYT Mini Crossword? Start with Easy Clues Use Crossings for Help Think Creatively Spot Patterns Why the NYT Mini Crossword Remains Popular? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs The New York Times Mini Crossword is a short-format version of the classic crossword. It is designed for players who want a quick yet engaging puzzle. The edition for Wednesday, August 13, 2025, features clues from various subjects, including history, nature, and NYT Mini Crossword is typically a 5x5 grid, though sizes may vary. It is shorter than the full crossword, often taking just a few minutes to complete. Clues range from pop culture to geography, science, and wordplay. Players appreciate its quick completion time and varied by answering the clues you know well. Filling in a few answers early can help unlock the rest of the for intersecting letters from completed answers. These provide helpful hints for more challenging clues may use puns or indirect references. Consider alternative meanings or interpretations to find the right Mini puzzles have loose themes that link certain clues. Recognizing a theme can make solving NYT Mini Crossword is accessible to both casual and dedicated puzzle solvers. It is designed to be solved during short breaks but still offers a satisfying mental exercise. Regular play can improve vocabulary, boost problem-solving skills, and enhance pattern recognition. Many players also enjoy maintaining a daily players complete it in one to five minutes, depending on familiarity with the clues and solving some puzzles are available for free, but a subscription is required for full daily access and puzzle archives.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
NYT Mini Crossword August 13 hints and answers: 'Sandbank' and 'T-shirt size' mystery solved
The NYT Mini Crossword is the perfect daily puzzle for players who love quick challenges. Unlike the standard crossword, this smaller grid can be solved in minutes but tricky clues can still slow you down. If you're stuck, here are all the answers for today's puzzle so you can complete it without losing your streak. NYT Mini Crossword August 13 Across clues and answers Sailboat's post – MAST "My ___ car is a ..." (bumper sticker phrase) – OTHER Official state mammal of Alaska and Maine – MOOSE T-shirt size – SMALL Defeat, as a dragon – SLAY NYT Mini Crossword August 13 Down clues and answers Story time readers, perhaps – MOMS There are roughly ten million billion of these in a grain of salt – ATOMS Sandbank – SHOAL Automaker named after an inventor – TESLA Count (on) – RELY
BusinessToday
08-06-2025
- Health
- BusinessToday
Understanding Obesity in Pregnancy: What Women Need to Know
Obesity is a growing global health concern, and in Malaysia, the rise is particularly concerning for women of reproductive age. While much attention is given to maintaining a healthy pregnancy, the specific impact of obesity on maternal and foetal health is rarely discussed openly. Dr Vicky Ho, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Sunway Medical Centre and President of the Malaysian Obstetric Medicine Society (MOMS), is working to change that. With a focus on high-risk pregnancies and pre-pregnancy care, she offers vital insight into the silent risks and actionable steps women can take to protect both their health and that of their baby. Underaddressed, Not Underreported Recent data show that more than 30% of Malaysian adults are classified as obese—a significant jump from previous years. While this figure is well-documented, the same cannot be said for the attention given to obesity in pregnancy. Dr Ho clarifies that it's not a case of underreporting but of underaddressing. 'The awareness among reproductive-age women about how obesity impacts their fertility, pregnancy, and their child's future health is still low,' she says. Weight Gain Myths and Harmful Advice When asked whether the belief that weight gain is normal during pregnancy contributes to the under-addressing of obesity in pregnancy, Dr Vicky Ho confirmed that this misconception plays a significant role. She explains that many women believe that the more weight a mother gains, the healthier the baby will be. Dr. Vicky stresses, 'A healthy baby does not equate to a big baby or a mother putting on too much weight.' Dr Vicky recounts seeing patients whose mothers-in-law advised them to gain as much as 20 kilograms to ensure a large, healthy baby—but she warns that this approach is not only unnecessary, it can also be harmful. 'Many times, the weight gain in pregnancy is not equivalent to the baby's weight,' she explains. 'A mother can gain 20 kilos, but the baby may only weigh two kilos, and may even suffer from growth restrictions.' She emphasises the importance of educating and empowering pregnant women about healthy weight gain, and of dispelling the persistent myth that more weight automatically leads to a healthier baby. What Does Healthy Weight Gain Look Like? So, what is considered a healthy amount of weight to gain during pregnancy? According to Dr. Vicky Ho, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. While antenatal cards offer general guidance, they aren't based on strict, universally accepted rules. For mothers with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30, particularly those in the class three obesity category (BMI 40 and above)—a neutral weight gain is typically recommended. 'We don't want them to lose weight during pregnancy,' Dr Ho explains, 'but if they can try to maintain or just gain maybe less than five kilos, that would mean the mother has lost weight overall.' In contrast, women with a healthy BMI should aim to gain around one kilogram per month in the first two trimesters and approximately 500 grams per week during the third trimester. When Weight Becomes a Risk If an expectant mother is overweight, her risk of developing health complications during pregnancy rises significantly. These issues can emerge as early as the first trimester and may include gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, thrombosis, sleep disorders, miscarriage, and mental health challenges. 'There's no magic weight where risk suddenly begins,' says Dr Ho. 'The risk increases the moment a woman is classified as obese at the start of pregnancy. Obese mothers are two to four times more likely to develop preeclampsia and up to ten times more likely to experience thrombosis.' Impact on the Baby's Long-Term Health The risks don't end at birth. Obesity during pregnancy can affect a child's future health, increasing their likelihood of becoming obese or developing metabolic disorders such as diabetes and high blood pressure. 'When mummy is obese during pregnancy, there is a higher chance that the child may be obese in the future as well,' says Dr Ho. 'If the mother experiences preeclampsia, the child may also be at higher risk of developing heart problems and hypertension later in life.' Early Intervention and Support Matter To tackle these risks, Dr Ho advocates for more emphasis on pre-pregnancy care. 'The best time to address obesity and other medical conditions is before pregnancy,' she says. 'We can diagnose issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, or even thalassemia early, and offer interventions before a woman conceives.' For women who are already pregnant and obese, Dr Ho emphasises that support, not shame, is key. 'We're not here to scare you. We're here to help,' she says. 'If you're seeing the right doctor and following their guidance, you can still have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.' Related
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
GOP senators launch new push to back mothers with MOMS Act
EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., will put forward the MOMS (More Opportunities for Mothers to Succeed) Act on Tuesday, aiming to provide critical support to America's mothers, both prenatal and post-partum, as Mother's Day arrives Sunday. Britt said the number of births in the U.S. in 2023 was the lowest since the Carter administration, citing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). "The Republican Party is the party of life, the party of parents, and the party of families," she added to Fox News Digital. "At the heart of the MOMS Act is building a comprehensive culture of life to give moms, children and families the support system they need to thrive and live their American Dream." 5 High Tech Mothers Day Gifts That Show You Really Care "As a mom myself, I don't have to wonder what other moms are facing – I'm living it. I know firsthand that there is no greater blessing in life than our children and I also understand the types of challenges that women face during their pregnancy journeys and while raising their kids. I'm proud to support women throughout these seasons of motherhood, and the MOMS Act is part of my continued commitment to fight on their behalf. Read On The Fox News App Britt is joined on the bill by Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and several dads as well, including Sens. Jim Justice, Steve Daines, R-Mont., Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., David McCormick, R-Pa., Charles Grassley, R-Iowa and others. McCormick told Fox News Digital he was proud to join such a "pro-family effort," while warning that the U.S. birth and fertility rates have been "alarmingly low" for some time. For Mother's Day, A Virginia Mom's Stunning Discovery Reminds Her Of God's Loving Presence "I'm proud to join [my] colleagues in this pro-family effort to help ensure new and expecting mothers can access the resources they need for the long-term health and well-being of themselves and their children," he said. The MOMS Act would establish a new "pregnancy-dot-gov" for expectant and post-partum mothers as well as those with young children, in order to increase access to adoption agencies, pregnancy resource centers and other assistance by ZIP code. For states like Alabama, where rural communities are especially in need of such support, it would establish a grant program that would help assuage the more than 20 counties in the Yellowhammer State alone that are considered "maternity care deserts." Britt's last attempt at putting forward MOMS Act legislation was blocked by Democrats whom she said had erroneously characterized the bill as creating a federal pregnancy database, among other "outlandish" claims. The 2025 version also includes Cramer's Unborn Child Support Act to allow state governments to apply child support obligations during gestation. While no Democrats have yet come out in public support, Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine recently co-sponsored the Child Care Availability and Affordability Act with Britt to strengthen tax credits aimed at lowering the cost of day care and the article source: GOP senators launch new push to back mothers with MOMS Act
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
D.C. Dispatch: Iowa delegation discuss measures on maternal health, Medicaid
Sen. Chuck Grassley and Rep. Ashley Hinson helped introduce legislation that they said would help provide more services and support for expecting and new mothers. (Photo via Getty Images) Members of Iowa's federal delegation have introduced multiple measures related to health care, weighing in on Medicaid coverage and maternal care options. Sen. Chuck Grassley and Rep. Ashley Hinson, both Republicans, helped introduced the 'More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed' (MOMS) Act in the Senate and House respectively, legislation that they said would help provide more services and support for expecting and new mothers. The legislation would create a grant system for nonprofit entities that provide support and assistance for prenatal and postpartum care, as well as support during early childhood, with a focus on providing funding for support and equipment for prenatal care options in rural areas, including telehealth options. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX Grassley said the measure would help encourage and aid parents both before and after the birth of their child. 'Parenthood is a blessing, and it's critical that women have the support they need during this crucial time,' Grassley said in a statement. 'Our legislation would expand access for moms looking for resources and services in their area. I'm proud to be pro-life, pro-mother and pro-family.' The proposal is similar to the MOMS program approved by the Iowa Legislature and Gov. Kim Reynolds in 2022 that provides funding for maternal care nonprofits that encourage alternatives to abortion. This state program has faced criticism from Democrats and reproductive care advocates who said state money is going to 'crisis pregnancy centers,' nonprofit entities that some former patients have said shared inaccurate information and misrepresented themselves as licensed medical providers. Democrats in U.S. Congress have criticized previous attempts to make a federal MOMS program along similar lines, with a group of female Democratic senators saying in a 2024 statement the proposal would encourage pregnant women 'to register their pregnancies with the government in order to push them toward anti-abortion propaganda and dangerous crisis pregnancy centers.' The 2025 bill is backed by several anti-abortion groups, including Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, the March for Life Action, and the National Right to Life Committee, according to a news release by Grassley on the bill. Hinson said in a statement that she supported the measure as a way to 'save moms and babies and help advance a culture of life of America.' 'When a woman finds out she is pregnant, she should be surrounded with resources and support, and feel confident in her access to care,' Hinson said. 'I'm proud to co-lead the MOMS Act to help more women choose life, have a healthy pregnancy, and create the foundation for strong families.' U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn, representing Iowa's 3rd Congressional District, introduced a resolution May 2 that he said will help protect Medicaid and SNAP benefits for some individuals during upcoming budget negotiations. The proposed 'Defending Medicaid and SNAP Resolution' would prohibit consideration of budget reconciliation bills that reduce Medicaid or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits or enrollment for people age 19 or younger, age 65 or older, pregnant women and individuals with disabilities. The rule would apply to budget reconciliation bills and related amendments and reports during the current term of Congress. Nunn said this provision would help ensure people in the most need of assistance retain access to these public benefit programs while still allowing Congress to 'address abuse, reduce improper payments, and enhance program integrity,' according to a news release on the proposal. The Iowa Republican said the bill will provide some protections for Iowans receiving assistance through SNAP and Medicaid, but would allow Republicans to move forward with efforts they say will help address fraud and abuse of these public programs. In a news release on the resolution, Nunn cited two figures — a Government Accountability Office (GAO) estimate that between $233 billion and $521 billion was lost to fraud in programs including Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP, and Social Security between fiscal years 2018 and 2022, and a report from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of an improper payment rate of 5.09% for Medicaid in fiscal year 2024 — as evidence that there was a need for Congress to address abuse in these systems. 'Every dollar lost to an improper payment or a criminal scamming the system takes resources away from Iowans who need these programs to put food on the table or access healthcare,' Nunn said in a statement. 'The mission we have in front of us in the budget process is to find and eliminate fraud while protecting benefits for those who deserve them. President Trump has endorsed this vision, and I'm proud to fight for it in Congress.' Nunn, and many other Republicans in Congress, have faced heavy criticism over cuts to federal programs and proposed reductions in federal spending on programs, including Medicaid. However, Nunn said he supports continuing to provide Medicaid and SNAP for Iowans who are in need. He visited MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines on May 2 and published a video speaking with Drs. Hijinio Carreon and Mustafa Eldadah at the facility. He said he was committed to making sure funding for these programs was being used in a way that 'truly helps those most in need — those families, those with urgent need and those who are vulnerable members of our society, from birth through death.' Eldadah, a pediatrician at MercyOne, said he serves many families in the Des Moines metro who would not be able access needed services without Medicaid. 'We have many families that rely on Medicaid as their source of medical coverage, and we appreciate that service,' Eldadah said. 'And we always feel like those patients cannot be taken care of without that benefit or coverage — so definitely, we appreciate any efforts to maintain that service to our patients.' Nunn said in a statement his conversations with doctors and patients showed 'why defending these critical programs is so important, and how my legislation will ensure D.C. cuts do not impact vulnerable Iowans.' However, Democrats criticized Nunn, saying this provision will not prevent cuts for Medicaid and SNAP coverage for Iowans. Justin Chermol, a spokesperson with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, criticized the resolution in light of Nunn's support for Republican budgets. 'If Zach Nunn really wanted to save Medicaid and SNAP, he should have voted 'NO' on the Republican budget that cuts both,' Chermol said. 'No matter how hard he tries to run away from it, Zach Nunn's vote to rip away health care and take food off the table of working families will cost him his job next year.' 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