The Argentine star Lionel Messi is not exempt from criticism in the French press, which has been searching for the least reasons for his exposure since joining Paris Saint-Germain.
The reason this time is that his private plane made 52 flights in three months, totaling 368 flying hours between June – August – August this year, which means that it released the equivalent of 150 years of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere (!!).
L’Equipe stated that these flights produced 1,502 tons of carbon dioxide, the amount that the average French person emits in 150 years.
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October 2022
The kidnapping of a child in broad daylight in Taalbaya and Nada Abu Farhat commented: The Ministry of the Interior welcomes
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
This morning, a 13-year-old boy was kidnapped while he was on the road in the Bekaa town of Taalbaya, accompanied by his mother.
The YASA page on Twitter published a video clip from one of the surveillance cameras that was present at the place, documenting what happened, and the video was accompanied by a comment: GMC type dark glass does not carry the plates of the kidnapped age 13 years.
The Lebanese actress, Nada Abu Farhat, interacted with this incident, and wrote: “Amr, 13, was kidnapped today in the light of day, and since the car has no number, the young men are unidentified heroes, the Ministry of Interior is welcome.”
The YASA page on Twitter published a video clip from one of the surveillance cameras that was present at the place, documenting what happened, and the video was accompanied by a comment: GMC type dark glass does not carry the plates of the kidnapped age 13 years.
The Lebanese actress, Nada Abu Farhat, interacted with this incident, and wrote: “Amr, 13, was kidnapped today in the light of day, and since the car has no number, the young men are unidentified heroes, the Ministry of Interior is welcome.”
Amr, 13 years old, was kidnapped today in the light of day, and since the car has no number, I mean the young men are unidentified heroes #Ministry of Interior Affairs Welcome https://t.co/77a9yrWQSm
— Nada Abou Farhat (@nadaaboufarhat) October 1, 2022
If the agreement is signed, Arajet will reach 17 US cities
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
Arajetthe new low-priced Dominican airline, announced within the framework of the Dominican Week in the United States organized by the American Chamber of Commerce in the Dominican Republic (AMCHAMDR) that it will be flying to 17 cities in the United States as soon as the Dominican Republic signs with the US government the open skies treaty.
The announcement was made by Víctor Pacheco, CEO and founder of Arajetwho explained that the Dominican government is making positive progress on this issue to make said agreement a reality: “The authorities of our country and the United States have favorably advanced the management of the open skies agreement, and at Arajet we are ready to be able to connect the Dominican diaspora in this country with our beloved island, and best of all, at the lowest prices. low prices on the market, with the best quality, new planes and the warmth of a 100% Dominican service”, noted during his lecture El Renaissance of Dominican Aviation at the New York City Bar Association.
Pacheco explained that Arajet will be connecting the big cities that have traditionally had flights to Santo Domingo, but will also include destinations that have never had direct service to the Dominican capital and that have a large concentration of Dominicans, in order to efficiently serve the diaspora in the United States.
On behalf of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Dominican Republic, the event was led by its president Roberto Herrera, its vice president William Mallamud, and the coordinator of the Trade Facilitation Commission, Alex Shad. For AMCHAMDR, Arajet’s incursion into the aeronautical market represents a great opportunity to strengthen relations between the United States and the Dominican Republic, while expecting a direct impact on the growth of trade, tourism and cultural exchange between both nations.
Arajet connects Santo Domingo with North, Central and South America offering flights to 12 countries and 20 cities, among which Mexico City, Monterrey and Cancun in Mexico stand out; Lima in Peru, Barranquilla, Cali and Cartagena in Colombia, Guatemala City in Guatemala, San Salvador in El Salvador; San José in Costa Rica and Saint Marteen in the Caribbean.
The informative site of the global Dominican community.
Foot massage may help ease sleep disturbances and other symptoms of menopause Foot massage may improve sleep and reduce anxiety and fatigue in postmenopausal women, according to a new study. Good news for postmenopausal women who suffer from poor quality sleep and increased anxiety: A new study published in Menopause shows that foot massages can help alleviate these disturbing symptoms.
The menopausal transition brings physical challenges
As women approach and go through menopause, decreased estrogen can lead to a number of problems: hot flashes, insomnia, night sweats and other sleep disturbances, sexual dysfunction, and vaginal dryness. Hormone flow impacts mood, and sleep issues contribute to fatigue. At the same time, mood swings can occur, which put middle-aged women at risk for issues such as anxiety, depression, and mood swings. Due to sleep problems and night sweats, brain fog and fatigue can also become symptoms.
Foot massages promote relaxation and improve sleep
A 2020 study published in JAN (Journal of Advanced Nursing) found that “foot reflexology produced significant improvements in sleep disturbances.” For some time, studies have suggested that massage helps relieve chronic pain such as arthritis pain. This new study, carried out in 2022, looked at postmenopausal women in particular to assess the effect of foot massage on sleep, anxiety and fatigue.
The study was conducted among 70 postmenopausal women in a village in northern Turkey. The group was split in two, with participants randomly assigned to an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group received a 20-minute foot massage (10 minutes on each foot) once a day for a full week by the same researcher. The control group received no intervention. Result: The experimental group saw their fatigue and anxiety decrease and reported sleeping one hour more per night than the members of the control group.
Incorporate massage and reflexology into women’s care
The researchers recommend using foot massage as “an alternative treatment method in addition to pharmacological methods in the treatment of complaints, such as anxiety, fatigue, and sleep disturbances, which are common in menopause.” Additionally, it is recommended that nurses and midwives caring for postmenopausal women incorporate foot massage into the care they provide by taking advantage of appropriate training programs involving foot massage. »
The sample size was small, but the results are significant
The sample for this study was a relatively small group. But if you get a group of people who feel like they sleep more than another group, that’s pretty significant. Since this data was collected by self-report, it may not be regarding sleeping more but living it in a deeper way, which is very significant.
Maybe all types of massage can help
Any type of massage before bedtime is probably helpful. Considering middle-aged women, getting a foot, shoulder, or head massage before bed is probably very relaxing.
Learn to massage yourself
The masseuse in the study used the application of thumb pressure, stroking, tapping, rubbing and squeezing movements. Further studies need to be conducted on the difference in results between self-massage and the use of a masseuse. Some of the beneficial effects may come from simply having someone take care of you. However, if you want to try massaging yourself or have a partner learn how to do it more effectively, you can find instructions for at least five massage methods online:
The ankle circumference: Rotate your foot at the ankle.
Rubbing the soles of the feet: Rub the soles of your feet from one toe to the other in firm motions.
Toe stretches: Stretch the toes backwards and, with the other hand, gently tap the sole with the open hand or closed fist.
T-shaped fan: Drive thumbs into bottom of heel, press up, then fan out to toes.
Thumb circle: Knead your soles in circular motions with your thumb.
An easy, hormone-free procedure worth trying
Sleep disturbances, fatigue, and symptoms of anxiety are common during menopause. This small study in Turkish women shows how a simple, inexpensive intervention like foot massage can improve these bothersome symptoms in postmenopausal women. Although additional studies are needed to confirm these findings in other populations of postmenopausal women, there are few downsides to recommending foot massage as a non-hormonal option to help relieve symptoms.
* Presse Santé strives to transmit health knowledge in a language accessible to all. In NO CASE, the information given can not replace the advice of a health professional.
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