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2024 - 4 - 14

Shocking Reports: Waiting Lists Soar, Man Missing for 25 Years, and How to Cope with Bad News

Children's Health - Healthcare - Infrastructure - Missing Persons - News Reporting - Transportation

Discover the latest on soaring waiting lists, a 25-year-old mystery, and coping with bad news. Read more!

In a shocking revelation, a report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has highlighted a staggering 172% increase in waiting lists for general outpatient care over the span of seven years. The surge in demand for children's healthcare services has reached an all-time high, raising concerns about timely access to care. Meanwhile, Minnesota investigators are still tirelessly searching for Nathan Edberg, a Vadnais Heights man who mysteriously disappeared over two decades ago at the young age of 21. The unresolved case continues to baffle authorities and loved ones, keeping hope alive for closure after all these years.

Amidst the overwhelming tide of distressing news, FT foreign editor Alec Russell offers insights on navigating the deluge of negativity. Drawing from his extensive experience reporting on global conflicts, Russell shares valuable perspectives on processing challenging news. His reflections provide a unique lens through which to understand and cope with the constant barrage of unsettling information. Furthermore, the ongoing dispute over the survival fight at Glasson Dock has brought to light the financial strain faced by the port authority due to a broken harbour sea gate. The escalating costs deemed "unsustainable" underscore the pressing need for resolution and sustainable solutions to safeguard the vital sea gate infrastructure.

In a world where waiting lists are skyrocketing, individuals go missing for decades, and bad news floods our senses, it becomes imperative to find resilience and strength in the face of adversity. The challenges we encounter, both on a personal and societal level, test our fortitude and capacity to adapt. By staying informed yet grounded, we can navigate the tumultuous waters of uncertainty with grace and determination, finding hope in the resilience of the human spirit.

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Children's waiting lists at an all-time high, report says (BBC News)

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) report said waiting lists rose by 172% for general outpatient care over seven years. The record high ...

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Investigators continue search for Nathan Edberg 25 years after his ... (WCCO | CBS Minnesota)

MINNEAPOLIS โ€” Minnesota investigators are still searching for a Vadnais Heights man who went missing over two decades ago. Nathan Edberg was 21 when he was ...

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How to process the news when it all feels bad (Financial Times)

FT foreign editor Alec Russell joins Lilah to talk about his years reporting on conflicts around the world, and how that can help us make sense of the news ...

Glasson Dock: Survival fight over sea gate costs - port authority (BBC News)

The costs incurred following a broken harbour sea gate are "unsustainable", says a port authority.

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Portsmouth Harbour to Hilsea trains disrupted by engineering works (BBC News)

South Western Railway said the work means some lines would be blocked for periods on Monday. The train firm said replacement buses will run between Fareham and ...

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