In Melbourne's south-west, police found Peter O'Brien dead with blood on the floor at his home. His son Scott was arrested and charged with murder but found not guilty by reason of mental impairment in April 2024. The State Coroner, John Cain, stated that Mr O'Brien had spent years trying to manage Scott's violent behavior, which included bruising and hospitalization for a facial fracture. Scott had schizophrenia but did not take medication or treatment, presenting as "functioning OK". Despite friends offering him free rent and work in Bendigo, he declined due to his son's behavior. The coroner urged the Victorian government to raise awareness about elder abuse through targeted campaigns and community education, citing data that half of mental health carers' support needs were not being met.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14493389/Melbourne-Stephen-OBrien-killed.htmlThe number of young South Koreans who are unemployed or choose not to work has surpassed 1.21 million, according to Statistics Korea. This represents a 70,000 increase from last year's figure, with 504,000 opting out of work without specific reasons, the highest level since data compilation began in 2003. Experts attribute this trend to weak economic growth and companies' preference for experienced workers, citing a rise in unemployed young people seeking jobs as well.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/number-of-economically-inactive-young-people-in-skorea-rises-further-1/Stanford Medicine researchers developed a computer algorithm called Peptide Predictor to identify potential hunger-related hormones produced by prohormone convertase 1/3. The team screened 373 prohormones and tested 100 peptides, including GLP-1, on lab mice and minipigs. They found a promising 12 amino acid-long peptide called BRP (BRINP2-related peptide) that reduced appetite in both animals by up to 50% and led to significant weight loss in obese mice over two weeks. Unlike Ozempic-like drugs, BRP's effects on the brain don't involve the GLP-1 receptor and don't cause GI symptoms or other side effects, suggesting it can be safely tolerated as a drug.
https://gizmodo.com/scientists-discover-potential-ozempic-rival-that-could-help-people-lose-weight-with-less-nausea-2000576324The National Weather Service has warned of significant tornadoes expected to hit the central and southern American states of Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas this evening. These areas are known as "Tornado Alley" due to their unique geography and weather conditions, which create volatile storm clouds prone to violent tornadoes. In 2024, a total of 54 people lost their lives in US tornado-related incidents, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/595621-over-30-dead-as-tornadoes-ravage-central-usA deadly tornado outbreak swept across the central US, claiming at least 33 lives since Friday. Another storm system is expected to hit the eastern US on Sunday, affecting millions of people from western New York to central Florida, with a slight risk of severe thunderstorms and hail storms.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/insurance/washington-us-mid-atlantic-face-growing-risk-of-storms-sundayAt least 33 people were killed and dozens injured in tornadoes and violent storms that swept across the central US on Saturday. In Kansas, a severe dust storm caused a multi-vehicle crash that resulted in eight fatalities. The region is bracing for more tornadoes this weekend as forecasters warn of continued severe weather.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/03/16/world/central-us-tornadoes/At least 26 people have been killed in the US due to multiple tornadoes and dust storms that have caused widespread destruction across the country. The severe weather conditions were reported in several states, including Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/united-states/26-killed-as-multiple-tornadoes-dust-storms-wreak-havoc-across-the-us-13871740.htmlAt least 33 people were killed and dozens injured in a series of tornadoes and violent storms that hit the central United States, including Houston, on Saturday. The severe weather caused significant damage, with roofs torn off homes and large trucks overturned. Forecasters warned of more tornadoes to come this weekend.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/17/world/americas-emea/33-die-as-tornadoes-pummel-central-us/2073947The US Agency for Global Media (USAGM) will undergo significant changes following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on March 14. The order aims to reduce non-statutory divisions within the agency, which funds independent international news organizations such as Radio Free Asia (RFA) and Voice of America (VOA).
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