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Irish Study Finds No Link Between Lifetime Fluoride Exposure and Cognitive Decline

Irish Study Finds No Link Between Lifetime Fluoride Exposure and Cognitive Decline

A comprehensive study led by Trinity College Dublin has found no evidence linking lifetime exposure to fluoridated drinking water with cognitive decline in older Irish adults. The research, which analyzed data from nearly 2,500 participants, aims to provide scientific reassurance regarding the safety of Ireland’s national water fluoridation program.

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Skanda Sashti Festival Begins at Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore

Skanda Sashti Festival Begins at Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore

The annual Skanda Sashti festival has officially begun at the historic Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore. The nine-day celebration, which started on November 9, features elaborate decorations and a series of religious processions leading up to the grand Soorasamharam event.

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美國中期選舉藍潮衝擊美股:馬斯克與軍工股受挫,醫療潔能獲利好

美國中期選舉藍潮衝擊美股:馬斯克與軍工股受挫,醫療潔能獲利好

美國中期選舉民主黨全面獲勝,掀起「藍色浪潮」,導致美股板塊劇烈重組。馬斯克旗下企業與軍工股因政策風險急挫,而醫療保健、清潔能源及部分大型科技巨頭則因預期利好政策而受益,市場情緒在波動中尋找新平衡。

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荃灣夾公仔店遭蒙面人淋紅顏料 店主疑同行眼紅

荃灣夾公仔店遭蒙面人淋紅顏料 店主疑同行眼紅

荃灣大壩街一間夾公仔店於今日凌晨遭兩名蒙面黑衣人破壞,店內夾公仔機、地板及天花板均被淋上紅色顏料。店主表示,店舖以人氣品牌Jellycat為主,開業一年來未曾收「陀地」或與人爭執,懷疑是因生意興隆而遭同行妒忌。警方已列為刑事毀壞案調查,暫未有人被捕。

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Jaguar Land Rover Seizes BYD Documents in UK Copycat SUV Case

Jaguar Land Rover Seizes BYD Documents in UK Copycat SUV Case

Jaguar Land Rover has executed a bailiff raid on BYD’s European offices in the Netherlands, seizing digital documents to support its claim that the Chinese automaker’s new Ti7 SUV is an unauthorized copy of the Land Rover Defender. The legal battle highlights intensifying tensions as Chinese brands rapidly expand their presence in the UK market with competitively priced vehicles.

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First-time boat buyers advised to assess full ownership costs

First-time boat buyers advised to assess full ownership costs

Buying a first boat is one of those purchases that arrives with a particular quality of excitement that makes careful financial planning feel like an obstacle rather than a preparation. The boat is there, it’s the right size, it’s in reasonable condition, and the idea of being on the water by the weekend is considerably more compelling than the idea of spending another two hours reading about comparison rates.

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Panthers expected to begin 2027 NRL season away from new stadium

Panthers expected to begin 2027 NRL season away from new stadium

The new Penrith Stadium is expected to be ready in time for the opening round of the 2027 NRL season, but it’s still likely the Panthers is expected to be on the road for their early matches. There is no delay to the build of the new $309 million venue but there’s a lack of appetite for risk around weather delays through the summer.

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Planning and preparation can reduce stress of interstate relocation

Planning and preparation can reduce stress of interstate relocation

An interstate move becomes far easier when each task has a clear deadline and owner. Distance leaves less room for forgotten keys, unlabelled boxes or services booked at the last minute, so preparation needs to start several weeks ahead.

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Sweet As app launches restaurant discovery platform

Sweet As app launches restaurant discovery platform

Tired of Google and Instagram serving the same predictable restaurant recommendations? Or waiting on friends to finally text back with a suggestion?

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Two more arrested in Carrie Mullane suspected murder investigation

Two more arrested in Carrie Mullane suspected murder investigation

TWO more individuals have been arrested by police investigating the disappearance and suspected murder of Limerick woman Carrie Mullane (Noonan). It comes after a man appeared in court on Saturday charged with the murder of the 39-year-old.

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