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Newsweek
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Padres Urged To Pursue Trade For $4.5 Million Veteran Catcher
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The San Diego Padres have a very talented roster, but they're still a tick behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West. However, the Padres could look to close the gap a bit on the Dodgers by swinging a trade to upgrade their catcher in the coming weeks. Padres catchers have been a net negative to the team at this point. Cameron Zunkel of Clutch Points recently urged the Padres to pursue a trade for Minnesota Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers before the trade deadline. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JUNE 22: Ryan Jeffers #27 of the Minnesota Twins celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the fourth inning of the game at Target Field on June... MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JUNE 22: Ryan Jeffers #27 of the Minnesota Twins celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the fourth inning of the game at Target Field on June 22, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. More"That is where Ryan Jeffers comes into play. Jeffers is a free agent after the 2026 season, and he is 28 years old," Zunkel wrote. "Along with that, Minnesota has a few catchers in their top prospect list that will be ready for the MLB in the next year or two. "On the season, Jeffers is slashing .248/.346/.402 with six home runs, 29 RBI, and just 47 strikeouts to 28 walks in 63 games played. The right-handed batter would be better than both the catchers San Diego is putting out there daily. His defense is just average, but his bat makes up for it. He might take a few prospects to acquire, but the Padres would be smart to pursue Ryan Jeffers. Doing so would make San Diego a World Series contender." A trade for Jeffers would likely be quite affordable, as the middle tier of catchers never seems to net a huge return on the trade market. Jeffers would be a significant upgrade over what the Padres have at the position right now. San Diego would transition from a negative-WAR catcher to somebody who could post 2.0 or 3.0 WAR across a solid season. It's a no-brainer. More MLB: Reds Boldly Predicted To Swing Trade For Exciting Young Outfielder
Fashion United
20-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
UK: Retail sales take a hit in May as consumers cut back spending
New figures by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have shown a drop of 2.7 percent in retail sales volumes during May, representing the largest monthly fall since December 2023. The decrease comes after a more promising April, in which volumes rose 1.2 percent. Sales were also down by 2.7 percent compared with pre-Covid levels in February 2020, and thus reached their lowest level since December 2024. In contrast, over the three months to May, volumes increased marginally by 0.8 percent when compared with the three months to February 2025. When compared to the same period last year, sales were up 1.7 percent. While food sales took the largest hit at 5 percent, non-food stores saw sales volumes drop by 1.4 percent over the month, mainly due to a decline in clothing and household goods sales. Textile clothing and footwear stores reported a decrease in sales volumes of almost 2 percent. This was even more significant online, where monthly sales dropped by just over 3 percent for such stores. This was compared to an overall 1 percent drop in online spending values over the month to May 2025. In a statement to FashionUnited, Matt Jeffers, MD, retail strategy and consulting at Accenture, said 'retail sales suffered as consumers continued to feel the squeeze from rising household bills and an extended period of cost-of-living pressure'. Jeffers continued: 'While improving consumer confidence offered a glimmer of hope, that sentiment didn't translate into spending and sales were the lowest in months, with food hit particularly hard. Fashion, household goods and big-ticket purchases all saw weaker performance, with many households opting to cut back or trade down. 'Some of May's softness likely reflects summer purchases brought forward into April, when Easter and spring bank holidays coincided with exceptionally sunny weather. But recent cybersecurity issues faced by a number of retailers will also have had an impact, disrupting stock availability.'
Economic Times
18-06-2025
- Health
- Economic Times
Heart health alert: Daily cannabis use may double risk of deadly cardiac events
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals that daily cannabis use nearly doubles the risk of fatal heart events. Analyzing data from over 430,000 adults, the research indicates a 25% increased risk of cardiovascular disease among daily users. Experts emphasize the need for public awareness and further research into cannabis's cardiovascular effects. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A comprehensive new study has found that daily cannabis use may nearly double the risk of dying from heart-related causes, raising significant concerns about the cardiovascular effects of marijuana as its use becomes more widespread. The research, published on June 17, 2025, in the Journal of the American Heart Association , analyzed health data spanning nearly two decades from over 430,000 American study revealed that individuals who use cannabis daily face a 25% increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and are almost twice as likely to suffer fatal heart events compared to non-users. In contrast, occasional cannabis users did not show a significant increase in heart-related risks. These findings emerged from data collected between 1999 and 2018 through the National Health Interview Survey, making it one of the largest studies to examine the long-term cardiovascular effects of marijuana author Dr. Abra Jeffers from Massachusetts General Hospital emphasized the public health implications, stating, 'Our findings suggest that daily cannabis use may have serious cardiovascular consequences. As marijuana becomes more accessible, it's crucial that both the public and healthcare providers are aware of these potential risks.' The study underscores the need for increased awareness, especially as legalization expands and perceptions of cannabis as harmless the exact biological mechanisms remain unclear, previous research indicates that cannabis can elevate heart rate, increase blood pressure, and cause inflammation in blood vessels—all factors that may contribute to cardiovascular disease. Dr. Jeffers cautioned that these physiological effects could explain the heightened risk observed among daily from the American Heart Association have long warned about potential heart risks associated with cannabis, including arrhythmias, heart attacks, and strokes. Dr. Robert Page, a spokesperson for the association, remarked, 'This study is a wake-up call. We need more education and research to understand the full impact of cannabis on cardiovascular health.'As cannabis use grows globally, this landmark study highlights the urgent need for public health messaging and further investigation into how marijuana affects heart health, particularly for those with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions or risk factors.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Heart health alert: Daily cannabis use may double risk of deadly cardiac events
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals that daily cannabis use nearly doubles the risk of fatal heart events. Analyzing data from over 430,000 adults, the research indicates a 25% increased risk of cardiovascular disease among daily users. Experts emphasize the need for public awareness and further research into cannabis's cardiovascular effects. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A comprehensive new study has found that daily cannabis use may nearly double the risk of dying from heart-related causes, raising significant concerns about the cardiovascular effects of marijuana as its use becomes more widespread. The research, published on June 17, 2025, in the Journal of the American Heart Association , analyzed health data spanning nearly two decades from over 430,000 American study revealed that individuals who use cannabis daily face a 25% increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and are almost twice as likely to suffer fatal heart events compared to non-users. In contrast, occasional cannabis users did not show a significant increase in heart-related risks. These findings emerged from data collected between 1999 and 2018 through the National Health Interview Survey, making it one of the largest studies to examine the long-term cardiovascular effects of marijuana author Dr. Abra Jeffers from Massachusetts General Hospital emphasized the public health implications, stating, 'Our findings suggest that daily cannabis use may have serious cardiovascular consequences. As marijuana becomes more accessible, it's crucial that both the public and healthcare providers are aware of these potential risks.' The study underscores the need for increased awareness, especially as legalization expands and perceptions of cannabis as harmless the exact biological mechanisms remain unclear, previous research indicates that cannabis can elevate heart rate, increase blood pressure, and cause inflammation in blood vessels—all factors that may contribute to cardiovascular disease. Dr. Jeffers cautioned that these physiological effects could explain the heightened risk observed among daily from the American Heart Association have long warned about potential heart risks associated with cannabis, including arrhythmias, heart attacks, and strokes. Dr. Robert Page, a spokesperson for the association, remarked, 'This study is a wake-up call. We need more education and research to understand the full impact of cannabis on cardiovascular health.'As cannabis use grows globally, this landmark study highlights the urgent need for public health messaging and further investigation into how marijuana affects heart health, particularly for those with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions or risk factors.
L'Orient-Le Jour
02-05-2025
- Politics
- L'Orient-Le Jour
US appoints new cease-fire monitoring committee chair in apparent gesture to Beirut
BEIRUT — The head of the cease-fire monitoring committee, American General Jasper Jeffers, introduced his successor to President Joseph Aoun on Wednesday, during a meeting between the three and U.S. Ambassador Lisa Johnson at Baabda Presidential Palace. A statement from Baabda revealed that the committee, made up of French, American, Lebanese, Israeli and UNIFIL representatives, would now be chaired by CENTCOM Deputy Commander Major General Michael Leeney, who, unlike Jeffers, will fulfill his role from within Lebanon, where he will reside. Jeffers, who is also involved in the States' Yemen operations, will remain involved in the committee as a supervisor and periodically visit Beirut. 'I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in such an important mission, and I am very optimistic about the future," Leeney said, as per a statement from the U.S. embassy, which described Leeney as a "full-time senior U.S. military leader in Beirut." The statement also specifies that Leeney will "work closely with [Lebanese Armed Forces] LAF, UNIFIL, France and the Military Technical Committee for Lebanon to enable the LAF to provide security and fully safeguard Lebanese sovereignty." Israel continues to occupy five points on the Lebanese side of the borderline, claiming the need to maintain military outposts to guard against "threats." The US responds to Lebanese calls for action Sources within Baabda have indicated that Leeney's appointment is seen by the Lebanese heads of state as a gesture from the U.S. of its commitment to ensuring the truce is effectively implemented — at a time when Israel is escalating its attacks on Lebanon in violation of the cease-fire, launching airstrikes with apparent impunity. On Sunday, Israel bombed Beirut's southern suburbs, prompting Lebanese authorities to double down on their insistence that the U.S. curb Israel's violations and pressure it to respect the agreement. The recent tour by U.S. officials and diplomats was intended to respond to Lebanon's calls for intervention as well as to monitor Lebanon's efforts to achieve a monopoly on arms in the country, which it is doing with U.S. support. President Aoun, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri coordinated their positions ahead of the visit, agreeing to collectively demand the cessation of Israeli aggression, its withdrawal from Lebanese territory, and the Lebanese Army's further deployment in the South, with the aim of dismantling Hezbollah's military infrastructure and placing its weapons under state control. Stating their case to the U.S. representatives, Aoun, Salam and Berri insisted that Israel's ongoing occupation and continuous attacks undermine the state, even as it has made clear its intentions to acquire all of Hezbollah's weapons. Israeli strikes, particularly on Beirut's southern suburbs and areas near the airport, will have very negative consequences on all sectors in Lebanon. The American delegation reportedly expressed an understanding of the demands and pledged to relaunch the monitoring committee's work to implement the agreement, urging Lebanon to, meanwhile, continue its efforts toward a monopoly on arms. From California to Afghanistan to CENTCOM Leeney was born in 1966 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and has spent most of his career — which has involved service in the infantry ,armored division and air defense — in California. He was an executive officer in the U.S. battalion deployed as part of the Multinational Force and Observers (MFO) in Sinai, Egypt, and in the 40th Infantry Division's agribusiness development team in Kunar, Afghanistan. In May 2018, he was deployed as chief of staff of the Train, Advise and Assist Command South (TAAC-S) in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Returning to the States in February 2019, he was then appointed deputy general in charge of operations for the 40th division. In May 2022, he became commander of the 40th division, then was deployed as commander of Task Force Spartan at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait, from July 2023 to March 2024. In October 2024, he assumed the role of deputy commander for U.S. Central Command's (CENTCOM) Army branch, known as ARCENT. Leeney meets the heads of state After the Wednesday Baabda meeting, the two generals and the U.S. ambassador went to Ain al-Tineh to meet with Berri, and then on to Yarze to visit Lebanese Army Commander Rodolphe Haykal and to the Grand Serail to speak with Salam. 'General Leeney will work closely with the Lebanese Army, UNIFIL, France, and the Lebanese Military Technical Committee to enable the Lebanese Army to fully ensure the security and protection of the country's sovereignty," the aforementioned U.S. embassy statement reads. "Conscious of the importance of ending hostilities, General Jeffers will continue to monitor the situation in Lebanon while fulfilling his duties as commander of U.S. Special Operations Forces in the Levant, the Gulf, and Central Asia.' At Ain al-Tineh, Berri criticized 'the escalation of Israeli aggressions and daily violations, while Lebanon respects all its obligations, whereas the Israeli side does not respect the cease-fire and has not withdrawn from territories it still occupies in the South.' In the meeting, Berri argued, 'This escalation in aggression and Israeli violations undermines the state's recovery process, stability, reforms, and sovereignty,' according to a statement, and called on the U.S. to compel Israel to immediately apply the agreement. General Leeney confirmed that 'the commission will start holding regular and permanent meetings to monitor the situation's evolution.' At the Grand Serail, Salam delivered a similar points. 'Lebanon respects the agreement, and the Lebanese Army continues its efforts to extend its deployment and fully establish its authority over the entire Lebanese territory,' he stated, before condemning Israeli violations and calling for the liberation of Lebanese prisoners. 'The Israeli withdrawal constitutes the real entry point to strengthening the state's authority and consolidating it, in parallel with Lebanon's measures to strengthen the army's capabilities in manpower and equipment,' he added.
