A cat owner who shared how her pets reacted to pills prescribed by their vet before a long journey has left viewers in stitches this week. In a now-viral TikTok video with more than 5 million views, Jo Snyman—who uses the TikTok handle vivienne131313—shared how ginger cats Finnick and Peeta responded to the medication. Snyman shared the video and said: "The vet prescribed meds for an 8hr car trip, she told me to do a trial run so I know what to expect..." In the video, one of the ginger cats is laid back on the couch, eyes closed and incredibly laid-back. The other kitty stares into the distance while occasionally stretching out his paws, although he apparently isn't sure they belong to him. In a later comment, Snyman explained: "[The] vet prescribed trazodone for everyone wondering—and it did the trick, now we'll see how the road trip goes next week." Trazodone is an antidepressant part of a class of medications called serotonin modulators. In humans, it is used to treat … [Read more...] about “CATatonic”: Felines prescribed anti-anxiety meds leave viewers in stitches
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Biden Anti-Overdose Grant Sent Money Disproportionately To California, New York, Not Rust Belt
President Joe Biden’s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) disproportionately funneled money to blue states like California and New York for anti-overdose services earlier this year, with little money sent to areas hit hard by the opioid epidemic in the rust belt, according to government grant records. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded nearly $10 million to 25 different harm reduction organizations across the country in May, and 10 of the 25 grants went to organizations in New York and California, according to a review by the Daily Caller. Three of the five states with the worst overdose death rates in the country, West Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee, did not receive any grants. The grants awarded went to organizations that deploy “harm reduction” strategies to combat overdoses. The Biden administration has embraced harm reduction as its method to battle the opioid epidemic , which involves facilitating safer drug use … [Read more...] about Biden Anti-Overdose Grant Sent Money Disproportionately To California, New York, Not Rust Belt
Whitmer kidnapping suspect appears to criticize Trump in viral video
close Video Whitmer blames Trump after FBI 'foils plot' to kidnap Michigan governor The FBI was able to infiltrate right-wing group and shut down plot before it materialized, says Fox News contributor Ted Williams. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! A viral video appears to show one of the six suspects arrested and charged with attempting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday criticizing President Trump. In one of several videos that conservative music producer Robby Starbuck located on YouTube and posted to Twitter, suspect and alleged militia member Brandon Caserta seems to be speaking negatively about the president. "Trump is not your friend, dude," Caserta appears to say in the video. "And it amazes me that people actually believe that, when he's shown over and over and over again that he's a tyrant." The video was released on Thursday, when Whitmer hosted a press conference explaining the … [Read more...] about Whitmer kidnapping suspect appears to criticize Trump in viral video
Policing with a view to preventing crimes: DGP
In an exclusive interview with The Hindu, Tamil Nadu Director-General of Police C. Sylendra Babu counters the criticism over law and order in the State. He also explains the steps taken by the police to prevent crimes and to ensure women’ s safety, the drive against rowdy elements and operation ‘ganja vettai’. A spate of murders in Chennai — one incident happened on the eve of the Prime Minister’s recent visit — and elsewhere has triggered allegations of a poor law and order situation in Tamil Nadu. How do you react to this? The spate of crimes of murder in Chennai itself is a made-up story. The Commissioner of Police, Chennai City, clarified that it was not 20 murders in May as projected, but it was only 10. And, in eight of these murders ,there was no previous enmity between the victim and the accused! They were all due to sudden provocation. On the allegations of poor law and order, let us take a look at the present situation. There are no caste clashes, communal violence, … [Read more...] about Policing with a view to preventing crimes: DGP
Interesting Facts, History and Benefits of Nutmeg
Nutmeg has become an integral part of every Indian kitchen. It is made by grinding the seed of the fragrant nutmeg tree into powder. The spice has such a distinctive strong fragrance and a slightly sweet taste; it is used to flavor many kinds of baked goods, puddings, potatoes, meats, sausages, and vegetables. Nutmeg also cures many diseases and is also used for religious purposes. Interesting facts: Nutmeg is counted in the category of spices. But it is also versatile. It is also considered an inflammatory drug that helps to increase the body’s immunity system. The special thing about nutmeg is that it is used a lot for worship purposes. The specialty of the nutmeg tree is that it gives two spices. One is nutmeg in the form of kernels and the other has a mesh peel on top of it, which is called mace spice. In the olden times, its perfume was also made. The special thing is that today nutmeg is used in both sweet and salty dishes. History: Nutmeg originated in the Banda … [Read more...] about Interesting Facts, History and Benefits of Nutmeg
Geopolitical Shifts Causing More Intl Rivalries, Clash of Interest in Indian Ocean Region: Ajit Doval
There are increasing international rivalries, competitions and clash of interest in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and it is important for us to protect this area, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval said on Thursday. “Earlier, it was an ocean of peace. The geo-political scenario in the IOR is changing now,” Doval said at the first-ever meeting of the Multi Agency Maritime Security Group (MAMSG) organised to discuss important policy matters impacting maritime security. Its members include from key central ministries, agencies and security forces dealing with maritime affairs and State Maritime Security Coordinators representing all 13 coastal states and Union Territories. The meeting was chaired by the National Maritime Security Coordinator Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar (Retd), who assumed charge as the country’s first NMSC on February 16. Navy chief Admiral R. Hari Kumar and Deputy NSAs from NSCS were also present. Addressing the senior officials, Doval said while IOR is a great … [Read more...] about Geopolitical Shifts Causing More Intl Rivalries, Clash of Interest in Indian Ocean Region: Ajit Doval