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Roman Empire’s lead pollution was high enough to lower IQs, study says

Silver fueled the rise of the Roman Empire. But the ancient process of mining and extracting silver was also making the air thick with lead, scientists found.

NBC News on MSN · 1d

Lead pollution in ancient Rome may have dropped average IQ, study finds

Lead pollution in ancient Rome likely dropped the average IQ, a study found. The research is based on an analysis of ice cores extracted from Greenland.

Yahoo · 1d

IQ levels dropped across Europe during Roman Empire due to lead use: Study

A new study turned to Arctic ice core records between 500 BCE through 600 CE to find a link between lead pollution and widespread health decline in the Ancient Roman Empire, which most likely lowered the IQs of 80 million people.

Mental Floss on MSN · 1h

Lead Pollution May Have Lowered IQs in Ancient Rome, Study Finds

The mass production of silver coins in the Roman Empire had an unintended effect: spewing so much lead into the atmosphere that it may have lowered citizens’ IQs.

The Jerusalem Post on MSN · 11h

Widespread lead pollution in the Roman era made led to a drop in IQ across Europe, study suggests

"A 2 to 3 points lower IQ doesn't sound like much, but when you apply that to the entire European population, it's quite a lot."

FDA, lead and Baby Food

CBS News · 2d

FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods

But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Health Advocates Are Unhappy with FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food

The U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) released the first-ever guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods this week. However, many health and safety advocates say they are not satisfied with the guidance.

Newsweek on MSN · 2d

FDA Sets New Levels for Toxic Lead in Baby Food

The FDA's new standards for toxic lead target processed baby foods such as jarred fruits, vegetables, yogurts and dry cereals.

Populist Vying to Lead Canada and End a Decade of Liberalism

Houston Chronicle · 1d

Canada's Liberal Party in search of a new leader while dealing with Trump threats, pending election

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party finds itself in search of a new leader while dealing with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threats to impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods and with Canada's election just months away.

Reuters · 4h

Who could replace Justin Trudeau to lead Canada’s Liberal Party?

Canada's ruling Liberal Party is looking for a new leader to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who announced on Monday he intended to step down.

The Wall Street Journal on MSN · 1d

The Populist Vying to Lead Canada and End a Decade of Liberalism

Pierre Poilievre rode a wave of discontent with Covid policies, putting him on the cusp of becoming prime minister.

Rangers blow 3-0 lead

Yahoo! Sports · 18h

Rangers Blow Multi-Goal Lead In Crushing Loss To Stars

Despite leading by three goals at one point, the Rangers suffered a gut-wrenching 5-4 overtime defeat at the hands of the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night. The Rangers scored three quick goals in the first period to take a commanding 3-0 lead.

Newsday · 18h

Rangers blow three-goal lead, lose in overtime to Dallas Stars at MSG

Alexis Lafreniere and Vincent Trocheck scored twice, but goalie Jonathan Quick fell short in his bid to get career win No. 400.

ForeverBlueShirts on MSN · 18h

Rangers blow 3-0 lead, fall to Stars in overtime 5-4

Seemingly on their way to a comfortable win on home ice, the New York Rangers instead blew a 3-0 lead early and a 4-3 lead late on their way to a 5-4 overtime loss to the Dallas Stars. Jamie Benn scored the game-winner with a power-play goal at 2:15 of overtime.

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Meta Follows Elon Musk’s Lead, Moves Staffers to Billionaire-Friendly Texas

According to Mark Zuckerberg, Meta trust and safety workers will be relocated to Texas to prevent them from “censoring” users ...

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No Aaron Donald? No problem for Rams as rookies lead defensive revival

How did the Rams go from 1-4 to the playoffs? By leaning on a young core led by Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate Jared Verse.

Lead prosecutor on Trump documents case leaves US Justice Department, official says

A lead prosecutor on the criminal case accusing Donald Trump of illegally holding onto classified documents has left the U.S.

UVA Today5d

Generation X Is in the Bullseye for Lead Exposure, Harms to Mental Health

“If you look at the current population, Generation X likely had the highest exposures, en masse, of any U.S. generation.” ...

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Sen. Adam Schiff says the New Orleans attack shows Kash Patel shouldn’t lead the FBI

Calif., said Sunday that the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans shows Kash Patel “should not be confirmed” as ...

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Panama Canal Chief Says Trump’s Ideas ‘Will Lead to Chaos’

The leader of the Panama Canal Authority denied President-elect Donald Trump’s claims that China is controlling the vital ...

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'Wicked,' 'A Complete Unknown' lead Hollywood's SAG award nominees

By Lisa Richwine and Danielle Broadway LOS ANGELES (Reuters) -Box office smash "Wicked," the musical prequel to "The Wizard ...

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Trump won't rule out force to retake Panama Canal, threatens 'all hell' over hostages

Donald Trump delivered remarks and took reporter questions on Tuesday at Mar-a-Lago in what was his second news conference ...

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