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¿Qué alimentos contienen aspartame? El edulcorante considerado “posible carcinógeno”

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

La Agencia Internacional de Investigación sobre el Cáncer de la Organización Mundial de la Salud anunció el jueves que el edulcorante artificial aspartame, que se encuentra comúnmente en Diet Coke y otros alimentos sin azúcar, es un posible carcinógeno.Sin embargo, un segundo grupo de la OMS, el Comité de Expertos en Aditivos Alimentarios, no cambió su umbral para la cantidad diaria de aspartame que es seguro consumir: 40 miligramos por kilogramo de peso corporal para adultos que pesan alrededor de 154 libras. Sumado, esa es la cantidad en alrededor de 14 latas de Coca-Cola Light. La Administración de Medicamentos y Alimentos (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) tiene un límite diario ligeramente más alto de 50 miligramos por kilogramo de peso corporal para un adulto que pesa alrededor de 132 libras.“Es una ligera advertencia para las personas, pero no es ‘no consumir’”, dijo Barry Popkin, profesor de nutrición en la Escuela de Salud Pública Global Gillings de la Universidad de Car...

Cost for base F-150 Lightning electric vehicle falls below $50,000 as Ford cuts prices substantially

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

The sticker price on Ford’s F-150 Lightning electric pickup is being lowered by thousands of dollars due to increased plant capacity, falling costs for battery raw materials and internal efforts to scale production by the Detroit automaker. Ford Motor Co. said Monday that final upgrades at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Michigan being completed now will lead to greater availability of a built-to-order truck as early as October at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price closer to initial Lightning pricing.The updated MSRP for the Pro model, it’s lowest priced electric pickup, will be $49,995, down from $59,974. The Lariat 510A’s MSRP will decline to $69,995 from $76,974.“Shortly after launching the F-150 Lightning, rapidly rising material costs, supply constraints and other factors drove up the cost of the EV truck for Ford and our customers,” said Marin Gjaja, chief customer officer, Ford Model e. “We’ve continued to work in the background to improve ac...

UN says the Taliban have further increased restrictions on Afghan women and girls

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Taliban authorities have further increased restrictions on women and girls in Afghanistan in recent months, including in education and employment, the U.N. said in a report on the human rights situation issued Monday.Taliban’s Ministry of Public Health has announced that only males will be allowed to take exams to pursue specialized medical studies, the U.N. mission in Afghanistan said in the report, which covers developments in May and June.That follows a ban on female medical students taking graduation exams announced in February and a prohibition on women attending universities issued last December, the report said.The U.N. said it has recorded instances in which the Taliban have enforced previously announced limitations on women’s freedom of movement and employment.In early May, two Afghan female staff of an international non-governmental organization were arrested by Taliban forces at an airport because they were traveling without a male companion, or mah...

Aurora to vote on ending agreement with Denver Police

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — After Denver's first new mayor in 12 years is inaugurated, Aurora will consider cutting ties with the capital city's police department.Aurora City Council is set to vote Monday evening on a resolution to suspend all mutual aid agreements with Denver law enforcement. The dispute stems from the 2020 protests, when the Aurora Police Department joined the response in Denver — and has been ensnared with the lawsuits that followed. Colorado Point of View: Brauchler weighs in on Denver-Aurora police dispute Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman is behind the resolution. He claims Denver is not taking responsibility for the law enforcement help it requested."If our officers were called into Denver by Denver, acted under the direction of their police department and they were sued, then the city and county of Denver would defend our officers as they defend their own," Coffman told FOX31 last week. "They didn't do that."Denver-Aurora police dispute already in courtProtesters were hurt du...

Fort Carson soldier rescues driver from burning truck

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KXRM) — A Fort Carson soldier who rescued a driver from a burning truck back in June spoke to FOX31's sister station in Colorado Springs, FOX21, about his story. Courtesy of 4th Infantry Division, Fort CarsonCourtesy of 4th Infantry Division, Fort CarsonPlatoon Sgt. Michael De La Rosa joined the military as a wheeled vehicle mechanic. De La Rosa's 10 years in the military would make him the hero he is today.The soldier was traveling northbound on Interstate 25 towards his soldier’s reenlistment at Garden of the Gods when he noticed the vehicle in front of him leaving the lane."That morning, I saw him crash into a construction vehicle and I stopped right behind him. I ran towards his vehicle just to make sure that he was OK. My first thought was to check to see if he was still alive," De La Rosa said. Exclusive: Mother of Aurora man shot at house party wants justice Emergency dispatchers told De La Rosa to stay away from the truck that was beginning to smoke for hi...

HGTV host Ty Pennington hospitalized in Colorado

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Former host of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and "Trading Spaces" Ty Pennington was flown to St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood due to an abscess in his throat. The HGTV star had quite the busy weekend, according to a post on his Instagram. Pennington hit the red carpet for the "Barbie" movie premiere on Sunday, July 9, flew to Breckenridge to start filming on Monday, and on Tuesday was flown to the ICU. Fans get tattoos to commemorate Taylor Swift concert Pennington said he woke up on July 11 at 4 a.m. and could barely breathe. He said he had been dealing with a sore throat for the last month.However, that sore throat turned out to be an abscess that was blocking his airway."Next thing I know, I was intubated and flown to the ICU in Denver. Wednesday [July 12] I had surgery, and yesterday afternoon I was released from the ICU," Pennington said on his Instagram.Pennington thanked the staff at St. Anthony and at Summit Health in Frisco for taking great care of him....

Law enforcement trade Taylor Swift friendship bracelets at Denver Eras Tour stop

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Taylor Swift wrapped up two nights of her "Eras Tour" at Empower Field at Mile High on Saturday, and her fans didn't let law enforcement working at the venue miss out on the fun.Fans of the pop icon have been trading friendship bracelets at her many tour stops, with many creating dozens before the show and handing them out to people.The trend is an homage to Swift's song "You're On Your Own Kid," and the lyrics, "So make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it, you've got no reason to be afraid."Law enforcement from the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office to the Denver Police Department got in on the fun, trading these bracelets with Swift fans while working extra-duty jobs at the concert. Taylor Swift fans enjoy ‘Enchanted’ night at Empower Field for night 2 of Eras Tour "Our deputies understood the assignment," ACSO said Saturday. "They traded friendship bracelets with Swifties at the Taylor Swift concert."The bracelets include references from her ma...

Cyclists fall ‘like skittles’ at the Tour de France in spectacular crash

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

(CNN) — Crashes in the Tour de France are commonplace, but a pile-up during Sunday’s Stage 15 was particularly eye-catching as a number of riders fell after a fan apparently tried to take a picture.The incident happened around 129km from the finish line. The riders were travelling from Les Gets les Portes du Soleil to Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc.Eurosport commentary during live coverage of the race said a spectator had caused a rider to be put off balance.“Someone taking a selfie on the side of the road,” said commentator Dan Lloyd. “It was one of the Jumbo riders who was clipped by them enough that he lost control … just somebody stepping too far out, trying to take a picture, clipping the riders who are hugging one side of the road to the other, and this is the consequence of that.”“An arm came out and clipped a shoulder, and down we all came like skittles,” said Carlton Kirby on Eurosport.The individual made contact with Sepp Kuss, according to the BBC. The Team Jumbo-Visma rider fe...

Police search for purse snatcher in Miramar

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

A purse snatcher was caught on camera in Miramar.Video from Wednesday morning showed a person getting out of a car at a gas station.The suspect was then seen opening the victim’s door, reached inside and took the purse that was on the passenger seat.Police posted this video on social media.7News has reached out to police for more information.If you have any information on this crime, call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

Sweet Dog opens store in Tampa after 3 years of online orders

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:25:53 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WSVN) — If you’re a devoted pet owner in Tampa on the hunt for a delightful surprise to celebrate your furry friend’s special day, look no further than Sweet Dog Bakery! This innovative canine confectionery, founded by animal enthusiast Allison Stasz, has officially opened a store after three years of online orders. Stasz has been creating delectable birthday cakes exclusively designed for dogs after she had trouble finding a birthday cake for her beloved companion. Her unconditional love for her four-legged friend fueled her determination to open a business exclusively for dogs and their owners. Word about the mouthwatering delights spread like wildfire through the local pet community, and soon, online orders began to flood in. With overwhelming demand, Sweet Dog Tampa had to expand its operation.On Saturday, alongside Mayor Jane Castor, dogs and pet owners, Sweet Dog Tampa Bakery opened its first brick-and-mortar store. Located at 212 W Platt St., th...