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Longer naps tied to higher risk for obesity, high blood pressure: study

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

People who take longer midday naps are at a higher risk for obesity and high blood pressure, according to Boston researchers who found that “not all siestas are the same.”The Brigham and Women’s Hospital scientists looked at more than 3,000 adults from a Mediterranean population, examining the relationship of midday naps with obesity and other conditions tied to heart disease and diabetes.The researchers found that those who took siestas of 30 minutes or longer (considered long siestas) were more likely to have a higher body mass index, elevated blood pressure, and a cluster of other conditions associated with heart disease and diabetes (metabolic syndrome) — compared with those who didn’t take long siestas.However, those who took short siestas, also known as “power naps,” did not see an increased risk for obesity and other conditions. In contrast, short siesta-takers were less likely to have elevated systolic blood pressure than those who took no siestas, according to the Brigham r...

Comcast Announces New 10G Network is Coming to the Bay Area

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

Sponored ContentAt a series of events in the Bay Area this week, Comcast announced that it will roll out the nation’s largest and fastest multi-gig network to Xfinity and Comcast Business customers throughout Northern California. The newly announced Xfinity 10G Network is a next-generation broadband network that continues to get smarter, faster, and more reliable. The 10G network will reach tens of millions of homes and businesses in the nation by the end of 2023. And by 2025, 50 million U.S. homes and businesses will have access to multi-gigabit speeds.“Streaming live sports, 4K gaming, hybrid work, and virtual reality have gone mainstream in just a few years, and multi-gigabit speeds, capacity, reliability, and low latency are key factors making our connectivity experience superior to the competition,” said Elad Nafshi, Chief Network Officer for Comcast. “Our definition of reliability has to shift from merely being always-on, to powering multiple data-intensive applications across...

20+ Cinco de Mayo parties, parades, and celebrations happening in the Bay

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

Looking for local ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and get your fiesta on? Look no further! From mariachi and margaritas to dance parties, parades, and festivals, here’s all the ways you can celebrate this festive holiday from any corner of the Bay!Cinco de Mayo at Priest Ranch Napa Valley: 2 to 5 p.m. May 5, 6490 Washington St., Yountville. Come out to Priest ranch for tacos, wine, and a mariachi band to kick off the weekends’ festivities. Executive chef Dan Solomon will be serving up delicious street tacos and other festive bites, paired with Priest’s newest releases. Free admission, food and drink available for purchase. exploretock.com/priestranchwines/event/392040Cinco de Mayo Afternoon Sail: 2:45 to 5 p.m. May 5, Slip 465, Sausalito Yacht Harbor, Sausalito. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo aboard the iconic Schooner Freda B. Honor this cultural holiday by appreciating the sights Saof n Francisco, a city rich in Latino history, including views of the Golden Gate Bridge,...

Stabbing victim at Northgate High in Walnut Creek in stable condition

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

(KRON) -- There was a stabbing at Northgate High School in Walnut Creek and one student is in custody, the Mt. Diablo Unified School District confirmed to KRON4. The victim of the stabbing has been taken to a local hospital and is in stable condition, according to the Walnut Creek Police Department.Both of the students involved were in the 9th grade and were acquaintances. The suspect is a male and the victim is a female. No other students were involved. Victim who died in North Beach shooting was attempting to rob other victims, arrest made The Walnut Creek Police Department told KRON4 it received a call around 1 p.m. on a report that a student had assaulted another student and that medical attention was required. There are counselors on-site who will remain on-site on Wednesday. Students have returned to class.Police are calling the event an isolated incident and say there is no further threat to students or staff.The suspect was taken to the Contra Costa Juvenile Hall and is be...

Michelin chef’s newest DC restaurant, plus another MI VIDA location

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

The newest restaurant from Michelin-rated chef Enrique Limardo, The Saga, opens May 2 in D.C.’s West End.The restaurant, billed as “Spain Meets Latin America,” takes over space previously occupied by West End Bistro, on the lobby level of the Ritz Carlton West End at 1150 22nd Street, Northwest.The Saga blends Limbardo’s Latin American roots with his six years of fine-dining training in the Basque Country of Spain. (Courtesy The Saga/Deb Lindsey)It’s a close neighbor to Limardo’s Seven Reasons Restaurant Group’s Imperfecto, one block away on 23rd Street Northwest. Imperfecto earned a One-Star rating from the Michelin Guide last year.The Saga blends Limardo’s Latin American roots with his six years of fine-dining training in the Basque Country of Spain. The menu includes vibrantly-colored rice, 45-day dry aged meats and Spanish dishes.Last year, Seven Reasons Restaurant Group opened a Latin-American themed restaurant in Chevy Chase, Mar...

Disney sues Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over theme park takeover, alleging ‘targeted campaign of government retaliation’

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Disney sues Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over theme park takeover, alleging ‘targeted campaign of government retaliation.’Source

Portland Trail Blazers to launch G League team next season

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Portland Trail Blazers announced Wednesday they are adding a G League affiliate next season, bringing the NBA’s development league to 31 teams.The new team will play at the University of Portland’s Chiles Center. The name of the team, as well as a coaching staff, were not immediately announced.“It was very important to our organization to enter the G League with an affiliate here in Portland and strategically strengthen our dedication to player development,” Joe Cronin, general manager of the Trail Blazers, said in a statement.Cronin added that it was a priority to have a G League team that will serve “not only as a developmental tool for players but also for aspiring coaches and staff while we continue to be a mainstay in the community as a whole.”The Chiles Center, which seats 4,852, is home to the men’s and women’s Portland Pilots basketball teams. In November, the arena hosted Phil Knight tournament games featuring some of the top coll...

15 Colorado businesses win Good Food awards

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Out of nearly 2,000 entries, 15 businesses in Colorado received accolades from the Good Food awards.The Good Food foundation recognized the businesses for making, "tasty, authentic, and responsible food and drink."The winners were chosen in a blind tasting process from nearly 2,000 entries in 18 categories across the United States. Top-rated cinnamon rolls in Colorado The Good Food foundation said that the majority of winners were from small businesses with less than $1 million in yearly revenue."Now in its 13th year, awards were given to winners in 18 categories: beer, charcuterie, cheese, chocolate, cider, coffee, confections, drinks, elixirs, fish, grains, honey, oils, pantry, pickles, preserves, snacks and spirits," the Good Food foundation said in a released.Here are the winners from ColoradoBibamba Artisan Chocolates: Denver- Noir Classic, Pate au ChocolatChef Sherri Sauces: Aurora- Zesty Orange Ginger sauceDRAM: Salida- DRAM Adaptogenic Mushroom Cola, DRAM ...

Former Arkansas Gov. Hutchinson formally announces 2024 presidential campaign

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

(CNN) — Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson formally kicked off his presidential campaign on Wednesday with a speech in Bentonville, Arkansas, seeking to distinguish himself from the GOP field with his long career in government and “commonsense conservatism.”“Today, I am announcing that I am a candidate for president of the United States,” Hutchinson said. “In this campaign for president, I stand alone in terms of my experience, record and leadership.”In his speech, Hutchinson touched upon plans to address the economy, crime, and border security — issues that fit with his public service record. But the former governor, who’s working to build national name recognition, also highlighted his personal story of growing up on a farm in a small town.Bentonville is where Hutchinson announced his first run for public office and part of the district he used to represent when he was in the US House of Representatives.Hutchinson announced hi...

EU pharma reform: Winners and losers

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:58:32 GMT

If you want to understand the EU’s revision of its pharmaceutical rules, you could do worse than listen to Bono. “Where you live shouldn’t determine whether you live or die,” said the Irish frontman — a line repeated by Health Commissioner Stella Kyriakides at the unveiling of the legislative package on Wednesday.  The first major overhaul of the bloc’s medicines regulations in 20 years aims to make access to medicines more secure and affordable, encourage innovation and reduce red tape. It touches on everything from medicines access to drug shortages, and the bloc’s pharma regulator.The ink hasn’t even dried and it’s already provoking strong reactions, with the pharmaceutical industry lobby slating it, and patient activists giving it a cautious cheer. The battle lines seem set for the next stage of the process — heated discussions between lawmakers in the European Parliament and between EU countries in the Council. They’ll be racing against looming Europea...