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Yahoo
a day ago
- General
- Yahoo
Berlin police renew push for New Year's fireworks ban
The Berlin branch of the German Police Union (GdP) is pushing for a nationwide ban on private fireworks around New Year's Eve, citing growing public support and safety concerns. "The public is ready to rethink how we celebrate New Year's," Stephan Weh, head of the Berlin GdP, told dpa. In Germany fireworks can be purchased in the days prior to New Year's Eve for private use. Weh pointed to the results of an online survey in April that showed overwhelming support for tighter restrictions on fireworks. It was a non-representative poll conducted by the Berlin GdP itself. It showed that 97% of the roughly 178,000 respondents supported banning fireworks for private use, while 93% backed a ban on sales. Respondents came from all 16 German states, with 85% of them over the age of 30 and 63% women. Weh said it was time for policymakers to act. He said he had submitted the survey results to Ulrich Mäurer so they can be discussed at the next meeting of state interior ministers next week. Weh said the atmosphere around New Year's Eve had increasingly been overshadowed by fear, insecurity and frustration. Around 70% of respondents said they no longer go outside at all on New Year's Eve. Instead of private fireworks, 91% supported organized public firework displays, with nearly half saying they would attend such events.
News.com.au
28-05-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Flemington breaks with New Year's Day tradition and will stage meeting on New Year's Eve
Victoria Racing Club will break with tradition and host a landmark twilight meeting on New Year's Eve. Flemington has historically held feature races on New Year's Day, but the opportunity to draw a larger crowd and potentially new audience – with fireworks on and off the track – warranted the change. While planning for the NYE race card is in a formative stage, this masthead has established the last race could be held at about 7.30pm – two hours before the family-friendly early fireworks display at nearby Footscray Park. Flemington has the luxury of multiple grandstands with sweeping views of the Melbourne skyline, including the The Club Stand rooftop. VRC chief executive Kylie Rogers welcomed the New Year's Eve fixture. 'We are excited to introduce a twilight New Year's Eve format that expands our opportunity to welcome VRC members, the local community, families and our regular racing participants to bring in the New Year at spectacular Flemington and make the most of our outstanding facilities,' Rogers said. 'It is important that we continue to add new and engaging innovations to a well-established format of racing and events at Flemington.' Racing Victoria on Thursday announced a suite of changes to the 2025-26 fixture, starting August 1. As previously reported, Caulfield, Cranbourne, Pakenham and Geelong racecourses will host reallocated meetings during the Moonee Valley redevelopment. A decision on the 2026 Cox Plate host – a choice between frontrunner Flemington and Caulfield – is set to be announced after an RV board meeting next month. RV will also unveil the prizemoney schedule next month for the upcoming season. RV chief executive Aaron Morrison announced the fixture on Thursday. 'With up to three tracks (The Valley, Bendigo and Benalla) offline for an extended period following their spring features, we've had to make a spread of changes to the schedule across both metropolitan and country meetings next season,' Morrison said. 'We have a great network of tracks and customer facilities to accommodate these transfers, while we continue to invest in upgrades for the long-term benefit of the sport.' The 2025-26 season includes 530 Victorian race meetings, including 106 metropolitan fixtures, 368 country cards, 17 country non-TAB and 33 picnic meetings. There are 17 race-free days scheduled, the same as the current season. RV has cut 18 meetings from December to May as part of a 'strategic reduction' to improve field sizes and wagering 'with more night and event meetings'. The total number of night meetings has reduced from 57 to 52 meetings. 'We've built a schedule of 530 race meetings that best caters for the active racing population and balances our volume of meetings in summer and autumn where field sizes have been under stress,' Morrison said. 'Our goal is always to maximise returns to the industry and the 2025-26 Race Dates are structured to best achieve that in the knowledge that we'll have up to three tracks offline for a large portion of it. 'We are continuing to consult with stakeholders on the prizemoney schedule for next season and beyond that the active horse population. This includes discussions on an appropriate reallocation of prizemoney from those meetings removed from the schedule.'
Health Line
23-05-2025
- Health
- Health Line
Miley Cyrus's 'Excruciating' Ovarian Cyst Rupture: What Are the Warning Signs?
Pop star Miley Cyrus recently revealed she endured an ovarian cyst rupture during a New Year's Eve party she hosted. The singer-songwriter said the ordeal was excruciating and she needed emergency medical attention. Ovarian cysts are very common and often resolve on their own, but larger cysts that rupture can be life threatening. Pop music hitmaker Miley Cyrus recently shared that she experienced a ruptured ovarian cyst, a painful ordeal that can result in a medical emergency. The 32-year-old singer-songwriter and actress revealed the news during an appearance on The Zane Lowe Show, which streamed on Apple Music 1 on May 21. The 'Flowers' singer said the ovarian cyst rupture occurred while she was hosting Miley's New Year's Eve Party with her godmother and country music legend Dolly Parton. 'I had a pretty traumatic experience on a show that I was doing with [Lorne Michaels] when I was doing my New Year's show,' she said during the interview. 'I had a medical emergency. I had an ovarian cyst rupture. We didn't know exactly what was going on, so we did it.' 'It was pretty traumatic because it was extremely excruciating, and I did the show anyway,' she added. 'But it was really, really hard on me.' Cyrus is among a number of celebrities who've shared their experiences with ovarian cysts, People reports. Others include: Hailey Bieber, Kate Beckinsale, Hilary Swank, Lena Dunham, and others. Ovarian cysts are common and often resolve on their own. Larger cysts, however, can be extremely painful and, in some cases, life threatening, if a rupture occurs. Healthline spoke with Yen Hope Tran, DO, OB-GYN at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA, to learn more about ovarian cysts and when to seek medical attention. Ovarian cysts: Why some are more dangerous than others Tran: Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on or inside the ovaries. They're most common during the reproductive years and often develop as a normal part of the menstrual cycle, called 'functional cysts.' These typically resolve on their own. However, other types — such as dermoid cysts, endometriomas, or cystadenomas — can be more complex and carry a higher risk of complications like rupture, torsion, or persistent pain. Cysts larger than 5–10 centimeters, those with solid components or septations, or those associated with symptoms may require closer monitoring or surgical intervention. What are the common warning signs of an ovarian cyst? Tran: Most ovarian cysts are asymptomatic. However, warning signs may include: pelvic or abdominal pain (especially on one side) bloating or pressure changes in menstrual cycles pain during intercourse frequent or urgent urination (if the cyst presses on the bladder) If a cyst ruptures, symptoms may include: sudden, sharp pelvic pain abdominal distention nausea or vomiting dizziness or fainting (especially if there is internal bleeding) low blood pressure or rapid heartbeat (in severe cases) What medical conditions might be mistaken for ovarian cysts? Tran: Several conditions can mimic the symptoms of ovarian cysts, including: appendicitis ectopic pregnancy pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) endometriosis urinary tract infections kidney stones gastrointestinal issues (i.e., diverticulitis or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)) A thorough pelvic exam and imaging — typically a transvaginal ultrasound — can help distinguish between these conditions. How are ovarian cysts typically treated? Tran: Treatment depends on the type, size, and symptoms of the cyst. Observation is appropriate for many simple cysts, especially in premenopausal women. Hormonal birth control can be used to reduce recurrence of functional cysts. Surgical removal may be recommended for persistent, large, complex, or symptomatic cysts. If a cyst ruptures, mild cases may be managed conservatively with pain medication and observation. Moderate to severe cases — especially with internal bleeding or signs of infection — may require hospitalization, IV fluids, or emergency surgery. How do you know when an ovarian cyst is dangerous? Tran: Seek emergency care if you experience: sudden, severe pelvic or abdominal pain pain with fever and vomiting signs of internal bleeding (fainting, weakness, low blood pressure) rapid breathing or heart rate Dangerous cysts are typically large, complex, or rapidly growing, or occur in postmenopausal women. A provider can assess the risk through ultrasound findings, blood tests like CA-125, and symptom evaluation.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Miley Cyrus almost quit music after suffering ‘traumatic' medical emergency during New Year's Eve show
Miley Cyrus has revealed she suffered a medical emergency on stage during her New Year's Eve NBC special in 2023. The 32-year-old said the 'pretty traumatic experience', an ovarian cyst rupture, made her consider giving up on her music career altogether. 'I had a medical emergency,' she said on The Zane Lowe Interview podcast. 'I had an ovarian cyst rupture, which we didn't know exactly what was going on, so we did it, but it was pretty traumatic, cause it was extremely excruciating. And I did the show anyway, but it was really, really hard on me.' An ovarian cyst is 'a fluid-filled sac that develops on an ovary', according to the NHS. The condition does not usually cause symptoms unless it splits or ruptures. Cyrus performed several hits during Miley's New Year's Eve Party, including duets with her godmother Dolly Parton on songs such as 'Wrecking Ball', Parton's 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You.' The special was executive produced by Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels and featured guests including Sia, Paris Hilton, and David Byrne. SNL comedians Bowen Yang, Chloe Fineman and Sarah Sherman also made appearances. But despite appearing in high spirits, the 'Angels Like You' singer said the experience almost made her quit music. 'I had dinner with Lorne [Michaels] and he said something that now has stuck with me. He goes, 'Six months. Everybody has six months to feel sorry for themselves, and then we start to rebuild,'' he said. 'And it was Christmas by then and that was New Year's, so I was expired on my amount of time that I was able to shut down. He's like, 'You have no idea how many artists have sat in this chair and told me that they were quitting music. Everyone does this. Everyone has these traumatic experiences.'' The singer is set to release her ninth studio album, Something Beautiful, on 30 May. It will be followed by a film of the same name in June, which features a surprise cameo from runway model Naomi Campbell. Cyrus's forthcoming film, which she wrote and directed, is described as a 'one-of-a-kind pop opera' and will include 13 songs from her ninth album. Something Beautiful will premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival on 6 June.
News.com.au
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Miley Cyrus reveals ‘excruciating' health battle in new interview
Miley Cyrus dealt with a painful health scare while co-hosting 'Miles's New Year's Eve Party' with Dolly Parton to ring in 2023. 'I had a pretty traumatic experience on a show that I was doing with Lorne [Michaels] when I was doing my New Year's show,' the singer said during an appearance on Wednesday's episode of The Zane Lowe Show. 'I had a medical emergency. I had an ovarian cyst rupture. We didn't know exactly what was going on so we did it.' The Flowers hitmaker, 32, added, 'It was pretty traumatic because it was extremely excruciating and I did the show anyway. But it was really, really hard on me.' Cyrus hosted the 2023 NBC New Year's Eve celebration alongside her godmother Parton and co-executive produced the special alongside SNL boss Michaels, reports Page Six. Per Johns Hopkins, ovarian cysts can develop for various reasons and most are 'harmless.' Though some can cause more severe symptoms, including lower abdominal pain and bleeding, which would require immediate treatment. Cyrus said the health scare made her consider walking away from the music industry, but she recalled having a discussion with Michaels. 'I had dinner with Lorne and he said something that now has stuck with me,' she said. 'He goes, 'Six months. Everybody has six months to feel sorry for themselves and then we start to rebuild.'' She continued, 'He's like, 'You have no idea how many artists have sat in this chair and told me they were quitting music. Everyone does this, everyone has these traumatic experiences.'' Cyrus has since regrouped and her new album, Something Beautiful, is set for release later this month. During the interview, the Grammy winner also addressed her Reinke's edema vocal cord condition when asked about the possibility of going on tour. 'I have this very large polyp on my vocal cord, which has given me a lot of the tone and the texture that has made me who I am,' the pop star told Lowe. 'But it's extremely difficult to perform with it, because it's like running a marathon with ankle weights.'
