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A new study has found that prenatal exposure to a class of widely used chemicals, called perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), could be linked to high blood pressure in teenagers. The study, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, analyzed data from 1,094 children over an average
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Garissa Governor Nathif Jama has a clear message for the youth in his area: abstain from drug and substance abuse, as well as crime, if you want to have a bright future. Jama, who addressed an award ceremony honouring the best performers of the 2024/25 FKF county league season,
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The First Minister, John Swinney, is set to host a summit to tackle the rising issue of youth violence, following the deaths of 16-year-old Kayden Moy and 15-year-old Amen Teklay. Former police chief Graeme Pearson warns that youngsters using knives are easy prey for gangsters, and that keeping them on
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The Perak MADANI Rakyat Programme 2025 is a three-day event to be held at the Lumut Waterfront from June 13 to 15, focusing on providing information, assistance, and access to higher education opportunities for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia leavers and students. The programme, themed 'Pendidikan Tinggi Pemacu Negara MADANI'
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Lesotho's Prime Minister Sam Matekane has introduced a comprehensive plan to reduce unemployment in the country, particularly among young people. The government aims to create opportunities for job seekers by lowering taxes, reducing the retirement age in the public service, and allocating funds to the Youth Development Fund.
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Young adults in Pune, despite a legal ban, are drawn to vapes due to a perception that they are less harmful than traditional cigarettes and a fear of being left out of the trend. Many students have confessed to succumbing to peer pressure, using vapes as a coping mechanism to
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The Washington SFI Implementation Committee (SIC) was awarded the 2025 SFI Implementation Committee Achievement Award for its outstanding efforts in promoting responsible forestry and education among young people. As part of SFI's mission to create a world that values and benefits from sustainably managed forests, the Washington SIC
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A remarkable philanthropic gesture has emerged from the estate of Steve and Christine Convey, founders of successful cleaning company Convey Bros. Following Christine's passing in 2023, the executors of the family estate, including Steve's brother Peter and solicitor Richard Roberts, decided to use the assets to
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For many teenagers, going on holiday without their parents is a rite of passage, but for parents, it can be a source of anxiety. According to Justine Roberts, founder and CEO of Mumsnet, the consensus among parents is that 17 or 18 is the preferred minimum age for a first
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The Gloucestershire County Council, in collaboration with various organizations, has developed a new webpage to inform young people and parents about the dangers of vaping. The resource aims to educate about the potential health risks associated with adolescent vaping, including respiratory complications and addiction. According to the Gloucestershire 2024 Pupil
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs (MOYA) has joined forces with Milton Margai Technical University (MMTU) to revolutionize youth empowerment through intensive six-month vocational training programs. The partnership targets marginalized and at-risk young people, providing practical skills that can lift them out of poverty and unemployment. The training covers a wide
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The new webpage, developed by a team of experts including public health officials, teachers, and medical professionals, aims to provide a comprehensive resource for young people, parents, and professionals to address the growing concern of vaping among adolescents. The webpage offers detailed information on the potential health risks of vaping,
