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New research in Austin explores different approach to treat severe depression

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A small study is digging into a new way to help people with treatment-resistant depression.“This is something that is very unique in the field," said Dr. Sabrina Segal, the author of the study and director of research at Family Care Center (FCC), with locations in Austin.“This particular protocol has been shown in a in just a handful of studies to be particularly helpful in treating anxiety symptoms and PTSD symptoms. But what we didn't expect to see is such an incredible effect on the depressive symptoms,” she said.Chief Medical Officer of FCC, Dr. Chuck Weber has been using transcranial magnetic stimulation or TMS for several years to help patients.“TMS is a novel new technology that has been around since the 90’s, FDA approved since 2008, which takes a magnetic pulse, and that creates an electrical charge,” said Dr. Weber. “It is a non-invasive approach to treatment of depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, smoking sensation, in a wide range of mental conditi...

Southbound MoPac lane closure planned near Barton Skyway Thursday

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

Editor’s note: The above video shows KXAN’s morning headlines for Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Closures are expected along a southbound portion of MoPac Expressway later this week, the Central Texas Mobility Authority shared in a social media post Tuesday.Beginning Thursday, southbound MoPac will be closed between Barton Skyway and Loop 360 from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. CTRMA officials said drivers will be detoured onto the frontage road using the Barton Skyway exit and will then continue through the intersections at Barton Skyway and Loop 360, per a project update.Barton Skyway Ramp Relief project map (Courtesy: Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority)During the closure, crews will reconfigure the traffic pattern before the main lanes reopen Friday. Entrance ramps from both Barton Skyway and Bee Cave Road will lead to a new through lane, "and drivers entering from Barton Skyway will have more space to accelerate before merging onto MoPac," the update said.The left lane will be s...

Magnitude 1.7 earthquake shakes Queens: USGS

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) – A magnitude 1.7 earthquake struck Astoria, Queens Tuesday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey.The earthquake happened around 5:45 a.m., according to officials.Explosions were heard on Roosevelt Island, according to authorities. Neighbors told PIX11 News they thought the booms were an earthquake. "Did anyone else who lives in [NYC] feel the earth shake or like a boom? idk what just happened but it woke everyone up," one X user wrote around 6 a.m. Victims ID’d in fatal Queens crash on New Year’s Day: NYPD Others on the platform chimed in and also confirmed they felt or heard something. "Also on Roosevelt island here. There were 3 instances of a boom and a shake, the last one felt further away," another X user replied.No injuries were reported, according to the NYPD.This is a developing story. Refresh this page for updates.

U-Haul: Illinois among top states for outbound movers in 2023

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

ILLINOIS - New data from U-Haul's 2023 Growth Index report reveals that Illinois was one of the top three states for outbound movers last year.Only California and Massachusetts finished below Illinois in U-Haul's 2023 Growth Index, which was released Tuesday morning. St. Louis home riddled with bullets during short-term rental party According to U-Haul, movers preferred destinations in the southeast and southwest regions of the United States in 2023. Texas was deemed U-Haul's most popular state for migration for the second straight year and sixth time in eight years. The U-Haul Growth Index is calculated by comparing the net gain of one-way U-Haul trucks arriving in a state or city against the net gain of U-Haul trucks departing that state or city for a specific calendar year. U-Haul says there are more than 2 million one-way U-Haul truck transactions each year within the United States and Canada. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. ...

Man killed, another injured in Monday night Westminster shooting

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

A man died and another was injured in a Monday night shooting near Hidden Lake in Westminster.Multiple people called 911 about 8:30 p.m. to report the shooting in the 3800 block of West 68th Street, Westminster police said in a news release.Responding officers found two men with gunshot wounds, and both men went to a hospital, where one died.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Multiple overnight shootings ring in Denver metro area’s New Year Crime and Public Safety | One injured in shooting outside Denver Museum of Nature and Science Crime and Public Safety | Two killed, four wounded in three Denver shootings Crime and Public Safety | Colorado Springs man killed in Christmas Eve shooting at Citadel mall Crime and Public Safety | 29-year-old suspect wanted in south Denver fatal shooting Police said it appears the shooting was the result of an argument between two people with ties to a nearby a...

Editorial: What exactly are we saving Belmar Park from?

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

Belmar Park is a beautiful urban oasis that should be protected for both the park’s important wildlife habitat and recreation value.However, we are not convinced demolishing an existing two-story 43,000 square-foot office space and the surrounding parking lots to build a five-story 412-unit condominium poses an actual threat to either the wildlife or the recreation at Belmar Park. The City of Lakewood using eminent domain to take part of the land, as called for by the Save Belmar Park website, would be a misguided overreaction.The four acres proposed for redevelopment in the heart of Lakewood’s Belmar juts right out into Belmar Park. We do understand why there has been an outcry to make certain the owners of 777 S. Yarrow St. understand the responsibility that comes with building on land surrounded on three sides by a crucial city park.The land in question last sold as part of a deal in 2021 for $6 million, according to Jefferson County Property Records, and according to The Denver ...

Broncos stock report: Russell Wilson watches offense look similar while young players try to finish season strong

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

Stock upOLB Nik BonittoBonitto missed two games because of a knee injury, acknowledged it wasn’t anywhere near 100% on Sunday and still went out and logged a couple of tackles for loss over 40 snaps. Given the way Bonitto’s rookie year went in 2022, his growth both on the field and apparently in approach and preparation go squarely in the positives category this season. He’s an important part of what Denver’s defense is doing into the future. He enters the final game of the season with seven sacks and 12 TFLs and a demonstrated ability to consistently pressure opposing quarterbacks.ILB Alex SingletonSingleton’s perhaps flown under the radar this year, but his tackling numbers continue to jump off the page. After 11 more against the Chargers, the inside linebacker is up to 162 for the year and needs nine Sunday to pass Michael Brooks for most by a Bronco since at least 1991. He also has tied for the most 10-plus tackle games (12) in a single season in the NFL since at least 1999 and ...

World powers seldom place human rights above geo-strategic concerns

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

International Court of Justice in its unofficial press release, issued on December 29, 2023, states: “South Africa today filed an application instituting proceeding against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, concerning alleged violations by Israel of its obligations under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (the ‘Genocide Convention’) in relation to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip,” writes Dr Ghulam Nabi Fai Chairman, World Forum for Peace & Justice.Earlier in December 2019, The Republic of the Gambia, with the support of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) also filed a case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) alleging human rights violations committed by Myanmar against the Rohingya violated various provisions of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (“the Genocide Convention”). Both these deve...

Netherlands should prepare for possible conflict with Russia warns dutch army chief

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

Dutch Army Chief General Martin Wijnen has issued a stark warning, urging the Netherlands to prepare for the possibility of conflict with Russia. General Wijnen emphasized the need for the entire Dutch society to be ready for any potential escalation, stating that preparations must be made for when things go wrong.General Wijnen expressed deep concern over the evolving geopolitical situation in Europe and the growing tensions with Russia. He stated, “It is our responsibility to ensure that the entire society is prepared for any scenario, especially in the current context where the relationship with Russia is strained.”The Netherlands has been increasingly wary of Russia’s actions in recent months, with geopolitical tensions reaching levels not seen in years. General Wijnen highlighted the need for comprehensive preparations, including military readiness, civil defence measures, and public awareness campaigns.

Kazakhstan's commitment to human rights: Evaluating progress and forging ahead

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:22:48 GMT

The 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a uniqueopportunity for us to come together and reflect on the progress that has been made onhuman rights in recent history. As well as looking back at our collective history, weshould also examine the responsibilities that we have as individual countries, and takestock of how well we have performed as a global community of states, writes Elvira Azimova, Chairwoman of the Constitutional Court of KazakhstanSince Kazakhstan gained its independence in 1991, the principles outlined in theUniversal Declaration have been fundamental to the founding principles of ourstatehood. While these values are embedded in our national culture and ourconstitution and laws, like any other country, we recognize the need to continuallyadjust, and to strengthen our human rights protections as we evolve as a nation.With this in mind, and in the spirit of reflection precipitated by this momentous globalmilestone, it is important to assess ...