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A renowned medical expert has suggested that ultra-processed foods should be sold globally with tobacco-style warnings because of serious health concerns. Professor Carlos Monteiro of the University of São Paul also recommended that "heavy taxation" must be applied to such food items and revenue used to subsidise fresh produce. Monteiro is the one who coined the term ultra-processed food (UPF).&nbsp;

Ultra-processed foods are highly altered and typically contain a lot of added salt, sugar, fat, and industrial chemical additives. Such food items include items such as packaged chips, cake, sugary cereal, baked goods, soft drinks, bacon, chicken nuggets, hot dogs, frozen pizza, etc. These ultra-processed foods are packed with additives like oil, fat, sugar, starch, proteins and sodium.&nbsp;

Ahead of the conference in São Paulo, Monteiro told the Guardian: "UPFs are increasing their share in and domination of global diets, despite the risk they represent to health in terms of increasing the risk of multiple chronic diseases."&nbsp;

"UPFs are displacing healthier, less processed foods all over the world, and also causing a deterioration in diet quality due to their several harmful attributes. Together, these foods are driving the pandemic of obesity and other diet-related chronic diseases, such as diabetes," he added.&nbsp;

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A global review published this year in January revealed that ultra-processed foods are directly linked to 32 harmful effects on health, which include a higher risk of heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, adverse mental health and early death. The study titled, "Ultra-processed food exposure and adverse health outcomes: umbrella review of epidemiological meta-analyses", was published in BMJ.&nbsp;

Monteiro told the media outlet that the concern is now on the impact UPF was having on human health and that studies and reviews were no longer sufficient to warn the public of the health hazards.&nbsp;

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"Public health campaigns are needed like those against tobacco to curb the dangers of UPFs. Such campaigns would include the health dangers of consumption of UPFs," he said.&nbsp;

"Advertisements for UPFs should also be banned or heavily restricted, and front-of-pack warnings should be introduced similar to those used for cigarette packs," he added.&nbsp;

The report said that in the conference, the professor will speak about tobacco-style warnings on UPFs.

He will say, "Both tobacco and UPFs cause numerous serious illnesses and premature mortality; both are produced by transnational corporations that invest the enormous profits they obtain with their attractive/addictive products in aggressive marketing strategies, and in lobbying against regulation; and both are pathogenic (dangerous) by design, so reformulation is not a solution."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

A renowned medical expert has suggested that ultra-processed foods should be sold globally with tobacco-style warnings because of serious health concerns. Professor Carlos Monteiro of the University of São Paul also recommended that "heavy taxation" must be applied to such food items and revenue used to subsidise fresh produce.

A renowned medical expert has suggested that ultra-processed foods should be sold globally with tobacco-style warnings because of serious health concerns. Professor Carlos Monteiro of the University of São Paul also recommended that "heavy taxation" must be applied to such food items and revenue used to subsidise fresh produce. Monteiro is the one who coined the term ultra-processed food (UPF). Ultra-processed foods are highly altered and typically contain a lot of added salt, sugar, fat, and industrial chemical additives. Such food items include items such as packaged chips, cake, sugary cereal, baked goods, soft drinks, bacon, chicken nuggets, hot dogs, frozen pizza, etc. These ultra-processed foods are packed with additives like oil, fat, sugar, starch, proteins and sodium. Ahead of the conference in São Paulo, Monteiro told the Guardian: "UPFs are increasing their share in and domination of global diets, despite the risk they represent to health in terms of increasing the risk of multiple chronic diseases." "UPFs are displacing healthier, less processed foods all over the world, and also causing a deterioration in diet quality due to their several harmful attributes. Together, these foods are driving the pandemic of obesity and other diet-related chronic diseases, such as diabetes," he added. Also read: Multivitamin myth busted: No lifespan boost from daily supplements, major study finds A global review published this year in January revealed that ultra-processed foods are directly linked to 32 harmful effects on health, which include a higher risk of heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, adverse mental health and early death. The study titled, "Ultra-processed food exposure and adverse health outcomes: umbrella review of epidemiological meta-analyses", was published in BMJ. Monteiro told the media outlet that the concern is now on the impact UPF was having on human health and that studies and reviews were no longer sufficient to warn the public of the health hazards. Also read: Researchers finally discover enzyme that can slow ageing and boost health "Public health campaigns are needed like those against tobacco to curb the dangers of UPFs. Such campaigns would include the health dangers of consumption of UPFs," he said. "Advertisements for UPFs should also be banned or heavily restricted, and front-of-pack warnings should be introduced similar to those used for cigarette packs," he added. The report said that in the conference, the professor will speak about tobacco-style warnings on UPFs. He will say, "Both tobacco and UPFs cause numerous serious illnesses and premature mortality; both are produced by transnational corporations that invest the enormous profits they obtain with their attractive/addictive products in aggressive marketing strategies, and in lobbying against regulation; and both are pathogenic (dangerous) by design, so reformulation is not a solution." (With inputs from agencies)

Expert calls for tobacco-style warnings on ultra-processed foods worldwide

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In the video, the man can be seen cheering and celebrating after he won a life-changing amount. However, his joy was soon turned into a horrific incident as he suffered a cardiac arrest and fell unconscious on the floor.&nbsp;

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A state of panic grasped&nbsp;the people present at the casino as a crowd gathered&nbsp;around the man. The woman accompanying the man is seen growing anxious and calling out for help from the staff and bystanders. The man was rushed to hospital quickly.

People on social media have been claiming that the man died, but the representative from the casino has denied the claim. The man is believed to be alive and recovering at the hospital. He has reportedly condemned the circulation of the video with a fake narrative on social media as it is distressing for his family.

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According to The Sun, the unnamed man was a regular visitor at the casino. His heart attack is assumed to be triggered by the sudden excitement he experienced after his big win. The amount of his win is debated by various sources, although there is no official clarification by the casino yet. He is likely to return to the casino to cash in the chips he won.

The frightening event occurred at the well-known Marina Bay Sands Casino in Singapore on June 22. The casino is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Sands located in the US state of Nevada.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a shocking incident, a man at a Singapore casino collapsed due to a heart attack after he won a jackpot of $4 million. The video of the incident has been circulating on social media and has gone viral.

In a shocking incident, a man at a Singapore casino collapsed due to a heart attack after he won a jackpot of $4 million. The video of the incident has been circulating on social media and has gone viral. In the video, the man can be seen cheering and celebrating after he won a life-changing amount. However, his joy was soon turned into a horrific incident as he suffered a cardiac arrest and fell unconscious on the floor. Also Read | Eerie glowing spot on Jupiter holding secrets of dark matter, scientists suggest A state of panic grasped the people present at the casino as a crowd gathered around the man. The woman accompanying the man is seen growing anxious and calling out for help from the staff and bystanders. The man was rushed to hospital quickly. People on social media have been claiming that the man died, but the representative from the casino has denied the claim. The man is believed to be alive and recovering at the hospital. He has reportedly condemned the circulation of the video with a fake narrative on social media as it is distressing for his family. Also Read | Study suggests quakes on Mars hiding water secrets of Red Planet, hints at possibility of life According to The Sun, the unnamed man was a regular visitor at the casino. His heart attack is assumed to be triggered by the sudden excitement he experienced after his big win. The amount of his win is debated by various sources, although there is no official clarification by the casino yet. He is likely to return to the casino to cash in the chips he won. The frightening event occurred at the well-known Marina Bay Sands Casino in Singapore on June 22. The casino is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Sands located in the US state of Nevada. (With inputs from agencies)

Man suffers heart attack after winning $4 million at Singapore casino

Two people were killed and two others were severely injured on Thursday (June 27) in a shooting incident reported at an area known for drug trafficking near the Gare de Midi train station in Brussels, police said.

The incident took place between 1:00 and 2:00 am near a cafe in the Saint Gilles district of the Belgian capital. While the suspect fled the crime scene, a police spokesman said.

Three people were wounded during the shooting; two are in a life-threatening condition, while the third one is stable, according to the police department.

In a recent crackdown on drug trafficking, Brussels officials identified Saint-Gilles as one of 15 drug hotspots across the capital's 19 municipalities.

However, the police have not so far established a link between the shooting and the city's illegal drugs trade. 
Judicial officials were due to make a statement later on Thursday.

In recent years, Belgium has witnessed a rise in gun violence linked to rivalries between drug trafficking gangs.

(With inputs from agencies)

Two people were killed and two others were severely injured on Thursday (June 27) in a shooting incident reported at an area known for drug trafficking near the Gare de Midi train station in Brussels, police said.

Two people were killed and two others were severely injured on Thursday (June 27) in a shooting incident reported at an area known for drug trafficking near the Gare de Midi train station in Brussels, police said. The incident took place between 1:00 and 2:00 am near a cafe in the Saint Gilles district of the Belgian capital. While the suspect fled the crime scene, a police spokesman said. Three people were wounded during the shooting; two are in a life-threatening condition, while the third one is stable, according to the police department. In a recent crackdown on drug trafficking, Brussels officials identified Saint-Gilles as one of 15 drug hotspots across the capital's 19 municipalities. However, the police have not so far established a link between the shooting and the city's illegal drugs trade. Judicial officials were due to make a statement later on Thursday. In recent years, Belgium has witnessed a rise in gun violence linked to rivalries between drug trafficking gangs. (With inputs from agencies)

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The US House of Representatives passed a resolution on Wednesday (June 26), backed by both Democrats and Republicans, supporting&nbsp;democracy and human rights in Pakistan.

It also calls for a full investigation, independent of any influence, into claims of problems with February&nbsp;elections in that country.

Pakistan's general elections, held on February 8, were plagued by violence, with nationwide internet shutdown, arrests and oddly delayed results. These issues led to claims that the polling process had been rigged.

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The resolution was passed by an overwhelming 368-7 vote on Tuesday and called on US President Joe Biden to tie up with Pakistan in upholding democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

Lawmakers who supported the resolution titled ‘Expressing Support for Democracy and Human Rights in Pakistan’, pointed to the strong bipartisan vote as evidence of the US’ unwavering commitment to promoting democratic values globally.

The resolution emphasised the need for Pakistani public participation in the democratic process and denounced "any effort to subvert the political, electoral or judicial processes of Pakistan".

The resolution further condemns any effort to suppress the Pakistani people's democratic participation, including tactics like harassment, intimidation, violence, arbitrary detention, internet and telecommunication restrictions, or any infringement upon their fundamental human, civil, and political rights.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and PTI chief Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, are also opposing the election results. PTI was forced to field independents without their iconic bat symbol because of a legal tussle with the Election Commission of Pakistan.

Even though the PTI-backed independents won the maximum seats, Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari-led Pakistan People's Party formed a coalition government, leaving PTI and other parties in opposition.

<h2>Pakistan&nbsp;criticises resolution</h2>

Pakistan's foreign office acknowledged the US House resolution but expressed concerns that it reflects a misunderstanding of the country's political landscape and recent elections.

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"The context of this resolution do not line up well with the positive dynamics of our bilateral ties and is based on an incomplete understanding of the political situation and electoral process in Pakistan," Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch was quoted as saying by Pakistan's The Express Tribune newspaper.

(With inputs from agencies)

The US House of Representatives passed a resolution on Wednesday (June 26), backed by both Democrats and Republicans, supporting democracy and human rights in Pakistan.

The US House of Representatives passed a resolution on Wednesday (June 26), backed by both Democrats and Republicans, supporting democracy and human rights in Pakistan. It also calls for a full investigation, independent of any influence, into claims of problems with February elections in that country. Pakistan's general elections, held on February 8, were plagued by violence, with nationwide internet shutdown, arrests and oddly delayed results. These issues led to claims that the polling process had been rigged. Also read: Pakistan elections 2024: Army modifies methodology of selecting PM The resolution was passed by an overwhelming 368-7 vote on Tuesday and called on US President Joe Biden to tie up with Pakistan in upholding democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Lawmakers who supported the resolution titled ‘Expressing Support for Democracy and Human Rights in Pakistan’, pointed to the strong bipartisan vote as evidence of the US’ unwavering commitment to promoting democratic values globally. The resolution emphasised the need for Pakistani public participation in the democratic process and denounced "any effort to subvert the political, electoral or judicial processes of Pakistan". The resolution further condemns any effort to suppress the Pakistani people's democratic participation, including tactics like harassment, intimidation, violence, arbitrary detention, internet and telecommunication restrictions, or any infringement upon their fundamental human, civil, and political rights. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and PTI chief Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, are also opposing the election results. PTI was forced to field independents without their iconic bat symbol because of a legal tussle with the Election Commission of Pakistan. Even though the PTI-backed independents won the maximum seats, Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari-led Pakistan People's Party formed a coalition government, leaving PTI and other parties in opposition. Pakistan criticises resolution Pakistan's foreign office acknowledged the US House resolution but expressed concerns that it reflects a misunderstanding of the country's political landscape and recent elections. Also read: Pakistan Elections 2024 to be declared null and void? "The context of this resolution do not line up well with the positive dynamics of our bilateral ties and is based on an incomplete understanding of the political situation and electoral process in Pakistan," Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch was quoted as saying by Pakistan's The Express Tribune newspaper. (With inputs from agencies)

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Indian-American doctor, identified as Dharmesh Patel, won't be jailed for now after he allegedly attempted to kill his wife and two children by driving them off a cliff in his Tesla car in the United States.&nbsp;

Instead, the man will be given mental health treatment.

<h2>Here's how the incident unfolded&nbsp;</h2>

Patel, who is a radiologist in California, drove his car with his wife Neha and two children, aged 7 and 4, off a cliff after he suffered a psychotic breakdown last year, said the psychologists in the court.&nbsp;

They added that Patel feared that his children faced the risk of getting sex trafficked which led him to crash the car.&nbsp;

After he drove the car off the cliff, the Tesla fell more than 250 feet. The family survived the crash and later people were rescued from the mangled car.&nbsp;

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Neha Patel accepted that her husband intentionally drove the car off the cliff but later accepted that she did not wish to prosecute her husband.

<h2>Man suffering from schizoaffective disorder: Doctors&nbsp;</h2>

As per the doctors, the accused suffered from schizoaffective disorder. He also had a major depressive disorder.&nbsp;

"He had been hearing footsteps and thought he was being followed in the weeks before the crash. It was paranoid and kind of delusional thinking that he acted on at the time to protect his family from a worse fate," said a psychologist in the court.

"He was concerned that his children were at risk of being kidnapped, possibly for sexual molestation," he added.

<h2>What did the US court say?</h2>

A US court on Thursday (June 27) said that Patel was eligible for a 'mental health diversion' which permits an accused with mental illness who has committed a crime to receive mental health treatment and not serve time in jail.

As per the law, such a provision can only be considered if the illness has played a major role in the crime.&nbsp;

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Superior Court Judge Susan M. Jakubowski said that Patel was eligible for the programme on the basis of the diagnosis of the doctors. She ordered his release and permitted him to go to his parents in California.&nbsp;

The man will be monitored using GPS and needs to report to the court once every week. He is also not permitted to travel abroad and needs to submit his driving license and passport. The next hearing of the case will happen on July 1.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian-American doctor, identified as Dharmesh Patel, won't be jailed for now after he allegedly attempted to kill his wife and two children by driving them off a cliff in his Tesla car in the United States.

Indian-American doctor, identified as Dharmesh Patel, won't be jailed for now after he allegedly attempted to kill his wife and two children by driving them off a cliff in his Tesla car in the United States. Instead, the man will be given mental health treatment. Here's how the incident unfolded Patel, who is a radiologist in California, drove his car with his wife Neha and two children, aged 7 and 4, off a cliff after he suffered a psychotic breakdown last year, said the psychologists in the court. They added that Patel feared that his children faced the risk of getting sex trafficked which led him to crash the car. After he drove the car off the cliff, the Tesla fell more than 250 feet. The family survived the crash and later people were rescued from the mangled car. Also Read: About Half of India's population falls short on physical activity: Study Neha Patel accepted that her husband intentionally drove the car off the cliff but later accepted that she did not wish to prosecute her husband. Man suffering from schizoaffective disorder: Doctors As per the doctors, the accused suffered from schizoaffective disorder. He also had a major depressive disorder. "He had been hearing footsteps and thought he was being followed in the weeks before the crash. It was paranoid and kind of delusional thinking that he acted on at the time to protect his family from a worse fate," said a psychologist in the court. "He was concerned that his children were at risk of being kidnapped, possibly for sexual molestation," he added. What did the US court say? A US court on Thursday (June 27) said that Patel was eligible for a 'mental health diversion' which permits an accused with mental illness who has committed a crime to receive mental health treatment and not serve time in jail. As per the law, such a provision can only be considered if the illness has played a major role in the crime. Watch: US explores Indian interest in lunar gateway Superior Court Judge Susan M. Jakubowski said that Patel was eligible for the programme on the basis of the diagnosis of the doctors. She ordered his release and permitted him to go to his parents in California. The man will be monitored using GPS and needs to report to the court once every week. He is also not permitted to travel abroad and needs to submit his driving license and passport. The next hearing of the case will happen on July 1. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian-origin doctor escapes imprisonment after driving wife, two children off cliff in US

North Korea claimed to have successfully tested its multiple-warhead missile capability, according to state-run KCNA news agency Thursday.

Pyongyang "successfully conducted the separation and guidance control test of individual mobile warheads" on Wednesday," KCNA reported, adding that the "separated mobile warheads were guided correctly to the three coordinate targets."

"The test is aimed at securing the MIRV capability," it said, referring to multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle technology -- or, the ability to fire multiple warheads on a single ballistic missile.

The statement came a day after South Korea's military said the North had test-fired what appeared to be a hypersonic missile on Wednesday, but the launch ended in a mid-air explosion.

The missile took off from an area in or around Pyongyang at about 5:30 am (2030 GMT) and South Korean and US intelligence agencies were conducting a detailed analysis, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement.

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The JCS official said the test of what appeared to be a hypersonic missile ended in failure after a journey of some 250 kilometres (155 miles).

More smoke than usual appeared to emanate from the missile, raising the possibility of combustion issues, the official said, adding it may have been powered by solid propellants.

Japan also confirmed the launch, with its coast guard saying the missile splashed down in the Sea of Japan, also known as the East Sea.

According to KCNA, the test "was carried out by use of the first-stage engine of an intermediate-range solid-fuel ballistic missile within a 170-200 km radius."

"The effectiveness of a decoy separated from the missile was also verified by anti-air radar," it said.

The test follows North Korea launching hundreds more trash-carrying balloons southward on Monday and Tuesday, the latest in a series of border barrages that have sparked a tit-for-tat propaganda campaign.

Late Wednesday, South Korea's military said the North has again floated another round of trash-carrying balloons southward for the third consecutive day, advising the public to report the balloons if spotted and refrain from touching them.

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In response, Seoul has fully suspended a tension-reducing military deal and restarted some propaganda broadcasts from loudspeakers along the border.

Meanwhile, South Korea's Marine Corps resumed live-fire exercises on islands near the western inter-Korean border on Wednesday, marking the first such exercises since a 2018 tension-reducing military deal with the North was suspended earlier this month over the balloon-borne propaganda.

South Korea and the US also staged joint air drills Wednesday involving around 30 aircraft, including Washington's advanced stealth fighter jet, F-22 Raptor.

On Tuesday, President Yoon Suk Yeol visited a US aircraft carrier that arrived in South Korea at the weekend for joint military drills aimed at countering North Korean threats.

The drills, which include Japan, are set to go ahead later this month.

Pyongyang has routinely criticised such exercises as rehearsals for an invasion.

North Korea claimed to have successfully tested its multiple-warhead missile capability, according to state-run KCNA news agency Thursday. Pyongyang "successfully conducted the separation and guidance control test of individual mobile warheads" on Wednesday," KCNA reported, adding that the "separated mobile warheads were guided correctly to the three coordinate targets.

North Korea claimed to have successfully tested its multiple-warhead missile capability, according to state-run KCNA news agency Thursday. Pyongyang "successfully conducted the separation and guidance control test of individual mobile warheads" on Wednesday," KCNA reported, adding that the "separated mobile warheads were guided correctly to the three coordinate targets." "The test is aimed at securing the MIRV capability," it said, referring to multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle technology -- or, the ability to fire multiple warheads on a single ballistic missile. The statement came a day after South Korea's military said the North had test-fired what appeared to be a hypersonic missile on Wednesday, but the launch ended in a mid-air explosion. The missile took off from an area in or around Pyongyang at about 5:30 am (2030 GMT) and South Korean and US intelligence agencies were conducting a detailed analysis, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement. Also Read: North Korea faces rare missile test failure amid war of trash balloons with South Korea The JCS official said the test of what appeared to be a hypersonic missile ended in failure after a journey of some 250 kilometres (155 miles). More smoke than usual appeared to emanate from the missile, raising the possibility of combustion issues, the official said, adding it may have been powered by solid propellants. Japan also confirmed the launch, with its coast guard saying the missile splashed down in the Sea of Japan, also known as the East Sea. According to KCNA, the test "was carried out by use of the first-stage engine of an intermediate-range solid-fuel ballistic missile within a 170-200 km radius." "The effectiveness of a decoy separated from the missile was also verified by anti-air radar," it said. The test follows North Korea launching hundreds more trash-carrying balloons southward on Monday and Tuesday, the latest in a series of border barrages that have sparked a tit-for-tat propaganda campaign. Late Wednesday, South Korea's military said the North has again floated another round of trash-carrying balloons southward for the third consecutive day, advising the public to report the balloons if spotted and refrain from touching them. Watch: Russia and North Korea sign strategic partnership treaty In response, Seoul has fully suspended a tension-reducing military deal and restarted some propaganda broadcasts from loudspeakers along the border. Meanwhile, South Korea's Marine Corps resumed live-fire exercises on islands near the western inter-Korean border on Wednesday, marking the first such exercises since a 2018 tension-reducing military deal with the North was suspended earlier this month over the balloon-borne propaganda. South Korea and the US also staged joint air drills Wednesday involving around 30 aircraft, including Washington's advanced stealth fighter jet, F-22 Raptor. On Tuesday, President Yoon Suk Yeol visited a US aircraft carrier that arrived in South Korea at the weekend for joint military drills aimed at countering North Korean threats. The drills, which include Japan, are set to go ahead later this month. Pyongyang has routinely criticised such exercises as rehearsals for an invasion.

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