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Incomprehensible or Genius: A New Exhibition in Norway Showcases Picasso’s Divisive Late Work
Pablo Picasso, Le joueur de cartes II (The Card Player II), 1971. Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Humlebaek, Denmark. Donation: The New Carlsberg Foundation, Photo: Poul Buchard / Brøndum & Co .© Succession Pablo Picasso / BONO, Oslo 2025 When an...

Olympus Announces Distribution Partnership with MacroLux Medical for Single-Use Urology Products
WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Olympus Corp., a global medical technology company committed to making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, announced today an exclusive global distribution agreement with MacroLux...

NWSL’s Chicago Stars announce 2026 move to Northwestern Medicine Field
It did not take long after Northwestern inaugurated its expanded lakeside stadium for the 2024 college football season for speculation to begin about potential uses for the venue beyond its two-year gridiron shelf life. With two new bleacher...

Purdue Veterinary Medicine researchers ask public for help on canine spine study
Purdue Veterinary Medicine researchers are asking for dog owners’ help to gather info on canine spines. Experts said a genetic spinal issue can have harmful effects on some dogs. "They're called hemivertebrae, or vertebrae that aren't sort of the...

Norman Referee Clinics Coming Up In October
If you are a Official you will need to complete Hockey Canada Modules to attend the Norman Referee Clinics. The Norman Region has announced dates for Level 1 Clinics. The Pas and Norway House October the 18th, Thompson October the 25th, Flin Flon...

Princess Martha Louise of Norway's husband 'Shaman' Durek says he 'thought he'd end up with a man or alien' in first trailer for VERY woo-woo Netflix documentary
Netflix has today released the first look at a new documentary detailing the romance between Princess Martha Louise of Norway and her husband, American 'Shaman' Durek Verrett - and it will likely make Prince Harry and Meghan Markle look tame....

Adolescent Addictive Behaviors and Subjective Well-Being: The Mediating Role of Mental Health Problems
Introduction Growing interest in adolescents’ subjective well-being (SWB) has emerged alongside theoretical progress in developmental science, strengthened legal frameworks for youth rights, and advancements in positive psychology and social...

Bygones: Publisher of Twin Ports Norwegian-language papers called it quits in 1955
News-Tribune, Sept. 4, 1925 The Duluth Police Department has banned "courtesy lights," flashing red lights adorning the running boards of automobiles. Red lights are only allowed on the rear of vehicles. News-Tribune, Sept. 4, 1955 Anna Fuhr,...

Pain, Progress, and Price: A Review of Conservative and Complementary Treatments for Low Back Pain
Introduction Low back pain (LBP) is a major global public health concern and one of the most costly musculoskeletal disorders worldwide.1 Beyond its impact on mobility and quality of life, LBP ranks among the leading causes of disability, with a...

'A new tobacco epidemic': Experts warn vaping may cause irreversible harm to children’s health
Published on 04/09/2025 - 7:30 GMT+2 Doctors worldwide are warning that vaping could be creating a new generation of nicotine addicts - with children and teenagers most at risk of long-term, "irreversible harm". Although marketed as a safer...

Norwegian workout routine used by Olympic athletes could be the secret to living longer and protecting your heart. Experts reveal
When it comes to living longer, it is not just about counting calories or hours at the gym. Experts say one key metric, VO₂ max — the body’s ability to use oxygen efficiently during exercise — could be the real game-changer for boosting both...

The Role of The Xihuang Pill in Inhibiting Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Through Immunogenic Cell Death
1The First Clinical Medical School, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, People’s Republic of China; 2The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Tai’an, Shandong, People’s Republic of...

A Swiss Cross-Sectional Study on Patients’ Perspectives on Chronic Pain Management, Analgesic Treatment, and Genetic Susceptibility
Introduction Chronic pain is a complex and multifaceted condition that persists for more than three months.1 It affects 10–30% of the European population, with a prevalence of approximately 16% among Swiss adults.2 Chronic pain is broadly...

Overcoming Challenges In Home-Based Care For Medically Intensive Patients
Most patients with complex medical needs, especially those who depend on life-sustaining equipment, are cared for at home by home-based care providers. However, providing care for these patients presents unique challenges that require specialized...

‘Violations’ of EU’s SPS regulations: Three mango consignments destined for Norway halted by DPP
ISLAMABAD: In a decisive move to safeguard Pakistan’s agricultural exports and maintain strict compliance with Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) regulations, the Department of Plant Protection (DPP) halted three mango consignments totaling 6.2...

JAV Medical Systems awarded prestigious certification for sustainable surgical technology
JAV Medical Systems has been awarded the prestigious B Corp certification, awarded by the nonprofit B Lab, which it says is reserved for businesses that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and...

Warning about sharp rise in illegal medicines sold in the EU
EMA and the Heads of Medicines Agencies (HMA) are warning the public about the growing threat of illegal medicines being advertised and sold online across the European Union (EU). In recent months there has been a sharp rise in the number of...

Norway crown princess son Marius Borg Hoiby faces rape trial in February
OSLO: The son of Norway’s crown princess will face trial in February on charges of raping four women, an Oslo court confirmed on Tuesday. Marius Borg Hoiby could face up to 10 years imprisonment if convicted in what represents the most significant...

Retirement Investment Trust Seminar on Sept 11
NORWAY — The Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce is holding MERIT (Maine Retirement Investment Trust) info session. This is a state-sponsored retirement savings program designed to ensure that every Maine worker has the opportunity to build a secure...

Gel nail polish banned in Europe over health concerns - but not in the UK
A crucial component in numerous brands of gel nail polish has been prohibited in the European Union (EU) - but presently remains available in the UK. Trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide, more commonly referred to as TPO, provides gel polish...