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Dutch hospitals discontinue anticonvulsants after 30 weeks of pregnancy

Dutch hospitals are stopping the prescription of labor-stopping medication to women who are 30 weeks pregnant and at risk of premature birth, as research found it does not improve the health of the unborn child. The study followed over 800 children and found no difference in outcomes between those who received labor-stopping medication and those who received a placebo. This raises questions about the standard practice in the Netherlands for the past 70 years and highlights the importance of prevention when it comes to premature birth.

Trade war to start: what can China, Canada and Mexico do?

Mexico, China, and Canada have all retaliated against the new US tariffs, with China targeting agricultural products and Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau announcing potential tariffs on $125 billion in American goods. While these countries search for new trade partners, economists warn that the tariffs will have a negative long-term impact on their economies and could even lead to a recession.

Zelensky tries to restore ties with US, wants to negotiate as soon as possible

Ukraine President Zelensky expresses gratitude towards Trump for help with sovereignty and independence, states willingness to work towards peace and sign resource agreement despite previous tensions.

NPO chairman Leeflang gone after complaints about governance style

NPO Chairman Frederieke Leeflang steps down from her role amid complaints of inappropriate behavior, confirmed by the supervisory board. This comes after an investigation into workplace culture at the NPO found that such behavior is widespread within broadcasting companies.

Sticking to course central message at Chinese People's Congress

China's annual political event, the National People's Congress, will focus on the country's economy in a changing world order, but no major policy shifts are expected. The government will strive to project stability and unity, both domestically and internationally, under the leadership of President Xi Jinping.

US health ministry calls on employees to respond to Musk anyway

'US Department of Health calls on officials to respond to email from Elon Musk about cuts at federal government. Food and Drug Administration and health department employees must respond by midnight, with coordination from executives and at high levels of generality to protect privacy.'