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Many products that contribute to deforestation will no longer be importable and sellable in the European Union, under a provisional deal struck by EU legislators on Tuesday morning.The agreement reached by representatives of the Council and Parliament covers palm oil, cattle, soy, coffee, cocoa, timber and rubber as well as derived products such as beef, furniture, chocolate, printed paper and selected palm oil-based derivates.It means companies will now have to carry and issue a “due diligence” statement that these goods placed in the EU market have not led to deforestation and forest degradation anywhere in the world after 31 December 2020.According to…

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect” (Romans 12:2).This New Testament verse offers believers the chance to be “renewed” by turning away from what the world wants — and instead turning toward what God wants.But what were the letters to the Romans — and why did Paul decide to share such important teachings in this type of communication?BIBLE VERSE OF THE DAY: DECISIONS WE MAKE IN LIFE BRING ‘BLESSINGS AND CURSES,’ SO CHOOSE WISELYIn…

About 6.8 million people globally have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).Researchers from UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered how a set of molecules in the body affect IBD. Scientists believe their findings could be used to develop a new drug to treat IBD. About 6.8 million people around the world have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — an umbrella term for diseases that affect the gut. There is currently no cure for IBD. Treatments for IBD generally include medications that reduce inflammation as well as lifestyle changes and sometimes surgery. Now, a research team from UT Southwestern Medical Center in Texas says…

Hair loss is a common problem, with nearly 80% of men and half of all women experiencing hair loss during their lifetime.Although nutritional supplements are commonly used for treating hair loss, there are limited data on their efficacy and safetyA recent review summarizing data from 30 prior human studies suggests that nutritional supplements could potentially treat certain types of hair loss while having generally tolerable side effects.The authors noted that these studies included a limited number of participants and showed variability in design, suggesting the need for larger randomized clinical trials.A recent systematic review published in the journal JAMA Dermatology…

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Leaders from the European Union and Western Balkan countries will gather in Albania on Tuesday to discuss how to boost ties between them and accelerate the accession process into the bloc as Russia’s war in Ukraine continues to loom large over the region.Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia all put in bids to join the bloc years ago but each had their process stalled for years due in part to a lack of appetite for further enlargement among EU capitals.But Russia’s war on Ukraine has increased support for integrating these countries, leading to the opening of accession negotiations…

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White frills to match her white blonde crop.  Gareth Cattermole/BFC/Getty ImagesThe story for the Fashion Awards stage centered around Turner-Smith’s mission to champion young London-based designers. The holy trinity of partywear she landed upon came via bondage master Richard Quinn, who whipped up one of his signature capes for the star, Robert Wun, the man behind her sculptural white frills, and 16Arlington’s Marco Capaldo, who swathed her in iridescent sequins for the night. Three different gowns, one shared theme: the way they made the Queen & Slim actor feel. “I try and ground myself as much as possible,” she told British Vogue…

This evening at London’s Royal Albert Hall, attendees of the British Fashion Awards 2022 stepped out to pay homage to the most influential of the style set—many with stylized beauty looks worthy of the occasion. Some, like Kristen McMenamy, drew inspiration from ensembles, her eyes bordered by lashes of pink plumage that played off her Valentino, as Florence Pugh’s slicked chop and crimson lip were the very embodiment of her gown from the same designer. Updos found a fan in Iris Law, who wore a textured, silver-touched serpentine ponytail, while Irina Shayk and Simone Ashley sported rumpled waves elevated by major eye…

All eyes were on the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards 2022 presented by Diet Coke. Key fashion industry players—including British Vogue’s editor-in-chief, Edward Enninful—were all in attendance, promising a night of fabulous fashion. The audience at the Royal Albert Hall was in the good hands of this year’s host, Jodie Turner-Smith, who orchestrated several costume changes throughout the evening; from Gucci on the red carpet to 16Arlington, Richard Quinn, and Robert Wun on stage. The actor announced the recipients of the various awards, including Model of the Year, which was won by Bella Hadid, and the Designer of the Year,…