wow888 app The story so far: Britain’s House of Commons on November 29 voted by a majority to legalise assisted dying — a less controversial synonym for assisted suicide in England and Wales. The step signals a seismic social shift on an emotive issue. Advocates regard the new Bill as a humane and compassionate intervention that should — for those who want to exercise the option — bring closure to a painful, debilitating and degrading dependence on the immediate family. Opponents, who include the head of the Church of England, are apprehensive that the severely disabled and vulnerable patients may feel forced to end their lives to relieve the burden on relatives. “It should never become easier to seek help to die than to live,” they say. The debate on the Bill’s merits has also brought to the fore concerns that the delivery of hospice and palliative care services could be undermined. Portrayed sometimes as a “Give us our last rights” campaign, about 75% of the public has backed the liberalisation of assisted dying, as per a U.K. National Centre for Social Research survey. How controversial is the move? The U.K. courts have time and again maintained that given the sensitive ethical, philosophical, and social questions involved, the subject of assisted dying was not a matter on which the judiciary could pronounce a decision based on concrete evidence. Successive British governments have similarly maintained that any change to existing law was for parliament to consider and a matter of their conscience for individual MPs and that the government would officially adopt a neutral stance. The Terminally Ill Adults (end of life) legislation was thus brought forward as a private member Bill by the Labour MP Kim Leadbeater. Among its supporters were Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the Home Secretary, the chancellor of the exchequer, and the Opposition leader Rishi Sunak. Six Cabinet Ministers opposed the proposal. What is the current law in this area? Suicide, (self-inflicted death), or attempted suicide are not in themselves criminal offences in England and Wales. Conversely, an act that encourages or assists a person to commit suicide or attempted suicide is a criminal offence that carries a 14-year prison sentence under the 1961 Assistive Suicide Act. What is the proposed law? The Bill before parliament seeks to give terminally ill, mentally competent adults who have less than six months to live — which assumes that a reliable method exists of forecasting survival — the option to end their life. Under one stipulation, any such request must be authorised by two doctors and a High Court judge. What were the petitioners’ prayers? Since 2001, severely disabled applicants have petitioned the U.K. courts that the 1961 law, as well as the prosecution’s refusal to allow them to end their lives under medical assistance, was incompatible with their rights under the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). At issue was the right to life (Article 2), which the petitioners viewed as entailing the right to self-determination and an entitlement to end life with assistance. They have also argued that the denial of the option to die with assistance — insofar as it failed to alleviate suffering — amounted to cruel and degrading treatment prescribed under Article 3. It moreover constituted an infringement of the right to privacy and freedom of conscience enshrined in Articles 8 and 9. Finally, as persons with disabilities who needed assistance to end their lives, the denial of permission by the prosecution amounted to discrimination, in breach of Article 14 of the ECHR. What did the court rule? The U.K. House of Lords in 2002 unanimously overruled these contentions. But, in a 2014 Supreme Court decision, the majority opined that although the 1961 law was incompatible with the rights of two incurably suffering but not terminally ill petitioners, it was for parliament to modify the law. In 2015, the European Court of Human Rights ruled that the U.K. Supreme Court was under no obligation to examine the merits of a challenge to primary legislation and that Britain’s government was open to concluding that this was a matter for parliament to arrive at a suitable determination. It is thus crystal clear that only new legislation can alter the status quo in this matter. What is the status outside? The crown dependencies of Jersey and the Isle of Man are close to enacting legislation to allow assisted dying for the terminally ill in the next two years. Scotland, where a separate bill is under the active consideration of political parties, is deliberating whether the subject matter falls within the realm of competence of Holyrood, the Scottish devolved parliament. Following Switzerland, the first country which in 1942 legalised assisted dying, unless driven by selfish motives, societies seem to see wisdom on compassionate grounds to allow people to end their lives. The 1997 Death with Dignity Act in the state of Oregon, which allows mentally sound adults with terminal illness and six months to live, to end their lives through self-administered drugs, has broadly set the tone for legislation within the U.S., most of Australia and New Zealand. Canada’s 2016 Medical Assistance in Dying law may be availed even by those whose condition is not terminal, if it is grievous or irremediable. The relevant 2002 law in the Netherlands grants immunity from punishment for doctors for euthanasia under strict conditions. Belgium’s 2002 act also includes psychiatric illnesses and since 2014 has been extended to minors with parental consent. Spain and Germany have enacted laws but are at various stages of enforcement. Legislation is still pending in France and Ireland. What is the position in India? In Common Cause vs. Union of India (2018), the Supreme Court affirmed that the “right to die with dignity” is integral to the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution. The court also legalised “passive euthanasia,” which involves the withdrawal of life support from terminally ill patients or those in a permanent vegetative state. This allows individuals to die a natural death in the absence of medical interventions. The top court also issued comprehensive guidelines to facilitate passive euthanasia. For instance, if a patient leaves behind a living will, it must be executed in the presence of two witnesses and attested by a Judicial Magistrate. In 2019, the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine filed an application seeking modification of these guidelines, arguing that they were onerous and impractical. Accordingly, a five-judge Constitution Bench in 2023 simplified the process by imposing strict timelines at each stage and limiting the role of the Judicial Magistrate. In September, the Health Ministry released draft guidelines on withdrawing medical support for terminally ill patients, addressing a regulatory gap that had left healthcare professionals in the lurch. These specify that doctors must refrain from initiating life-support measures when they offer no benefit to the patient and are likely to cause suffering and a loss of dignity. Garimella Subramaniam is Director, Strategic Initiatives, AgnoShin Technologies Pvt. Ltd Published - December 26, 2024 10:46 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit United Kingdom / euthanasia (also includes assisted suicide) / social issue

Harry and Meghan 's absence from Selfridges' Royal bauble collection has become the butt of jokes online, with shoppers quipping they might end up "in the bargain bin". Fans looking to add a regal touch to their tree can snap up £40 ornaments representing King Charles, the late Queen Elizabeth, or the Prince and Princess of Wales at the iconic Oxford Street location. Sadly, the Sussexes and Queen Consort Camilla are conspicuously missing from the luxury lineup. Jibes about the oversight have spread across social media, with one user quipping: "I'm presuming that the Harry and Meghan baubles are in the bargain bin?!" Another chimed in: "I am sure Queen Camilla is very grateful!" READ MORE: Dad slams school as he's forced to take autistic daughter home every time she needs the toilet However, not everyone is thrilled by the appearance of the decorations, with comments ranging from labelling them as "tacky" to bluntly questioning, "Who in God's name would want to look at William or his dad?" Others disparaged the looks of the Royal couple’s baubles, with a detractor saying: "Both awful looking. No doubt the royal sycophants on here will lap these up, though." Within the walls of Selfridges, while many were initially taken by the quirky baubles, sticker shock was common. A pair of American tourists, after posing beside Prince William's likeness, protested: "It's nice - but not for £40!" Another shopper voiced her skepticism to a companion, musing: "They're sweet - but £40 just for one?" Prince William's baubles found themselves nestled among those fashioned after British icon Audrey Hepburn and the American star Post Malone. Surrounding the future king were glittering figures of Amy Winehouse, Harry Styles , Freddie Mercury , Britney Spears, and Paul Hollywood. These festive ornaments, crafted from coloured glass, stand approximately 12 - 13cm tall. King Charles graces one in his majestic Coronation Day regalia, while a separate bauble honours Queen Elizabeth adorned with one of her numerous crowns. On its website, Selfridges extols its Kate Middleton decoration, calling it "a stunning depiction of Her Royal Highness Princess Kate ." About its Prince William ornament, the retailer boasts: "This piece is sure to add a hint of regal sophistication to your Christmas decor."

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MINOT — Artificial intelligence. Whether you love it, hate it or are indifferent, it's here, and there are important questions about how it will be used and what sort of opportunities it presents for our region, which policymakers need to discuss. Rep. Josh Christy is a first-term Republican lawmaker from Fargo who is heading into his second legislative session. He's also what you could call an AI professional. He's an entrepreneur, software development executive and consultant who works with AI and AI policies on a regular basis. ADVERTISEMENT "Two years ago, generative AI was not something anyone was talking about," he said, referring to his first session in Bismarck. But now it's here. Teachers are using it. Students are using it. The business community is using it. On this episode of Plain Talk, Christy argued that it's time for North Dakota's laws to catch up. "With any type of technology, there's the good, the bad, the ugly," Christy said, and he's got legislative proposals for each of those. One bill he has developed in conjunction with Attorney General Drew Wrigley's office would address abusive uses of AI. Say, to develop images or videos of public figures for nefarious purposes or of children for sexual gratification. "People are using this to generate images of children in compromising positions," Christy said, and current law doesn't necessarily address that. But other initiatives Christy proposes would seek to welcome the AI industry into North Dakota as a partner. Christy proposes leveraging North Dakota's oil, gas and coal resources to help power data centers. He wants to develop "computing credits" that could help facilitate the data industry's move into the state. He'll be pushing these bills during the upcoming legislative session, which begins in January. 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Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive ADVERTISEMENTManchester City's crisis continued with a 2-0 defeat away to Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday, while Pep Guardiola's old club Barcelona beat Borussia Dortmund to clinch a spot in the knockout stage of Europe's elite club competition. Arsenal, AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Lille, Feyenoord and Stuttgart were also victorious, but City's latest loss in a miserable run will dominate the headlines. The 2023 European champions succumbed in Turin as Dusan Vlahovic put Juventus ahead early in the second half when goalkeeper Ederson was unable to keep out his header. Ilkay Gundogan was denied an equaliser by a fine Michele Di Gregorio save, before Weston McKennie made it 2-0 with a fine acrobatic finish in the 75th minute. The result leaves Juventus on 11 points with two games left, a tally that is expected to be enough to guarantee them at least a place in the knockout phase play-offs. 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Guirassy scored again for a quick equaliser, only for Torres to strike once more and win the game for Barca with five minutes left. Barcelona's tally leaves them, like Liverpool, ideally placed to finish in the top eight, which means direct progress to the last 16 without having to go through the play-offs. Arsenal are third in the standings on 13 points after easing to a 3-0 win over Monaco in London. Bukayo Saka scored twice, putting the Gunners ahead in the first half and making it 2-0 on 78 minutes as the hosts pounced on disastrous Monaco defending. Saka then turned provider for the late third, with substitute Kai Havertz credited with the final touch. Mikel Arteta's team are one of six sides on 13 points, with Lille also on that tally after edging Sturm Graz 3-2 in France thanks to a fine late winner from Hakon Haraldsson. Lille were 2-0 up through Osame Sahraoui and Mitchel Bakker, only for goals by Otar Kiteishvili and Mika Biereth to bring the Austrian champions back level. 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The best Wear OS watch on the market? Yeah, I said what I said. Of course, I am comparing the TicWatch Atlas only to the Galaxy Watch and Pixel Watch. I’m not even considering any other Wear OS watch out there if there are any remaining. Okay, I’m sure there are some Wear OS watches out there, but truly, the big two come from Samsung and Google. But the dynamic duo’s domination of the Wear OS market is incomplete, as Mobvoi continues to fight and claw its way up. Estimated reading time: 15 minutes I’ve been reviewing and using Mobvoi watches for a long time now, and if any one thing is clear to me. It’s that the company has been making massive strides in both quality and performance. Maybe, perhaps, five years ago, you could have put the TicWatch with the rest of the wannabe Wear OS devices, but not anymore. The TicWatch’s accession is evident and jarring, as it truly is a major competitor to Samsung and Google. And in this reviewer’s opinion, the TicWatch Atlas maybe the best Wear OS watch on the market. Be warned, this review does not go in-depth with the health and fitness bits. It’s not what I use watches for, thank you. The Quick Take Before we jump into the Quick Take and into the review. I know I made a pretty big statement by calling the TicWatch Atlas the best Wear OS watch on the market. But it’s important to note that this is my opinion, and I am coming at this from my use case and perspective. There may be a lot about this watch that just won’t fit into your needs, so this actually may not fit your idea of the best. For me, the TicWatch Atlas ticked the boxes I wanted in a smartwatch. I’m not super interested in all the health and tracking bits, I want a nice design, a great display, good battery life, and a rugged build. The TicWatch Atlas performed well for me, with the only real disappointment being that it is running an older version of Wear OS and you can only use either the Mobvoi app or Wear OS. You can’t use them both. Here’s what I liked and didn’t like. What I liked: Best-looking Wear OS watch in terms of design and look Outstanding build quality, very robust and ready to rock Full-featured health and tracking Fantastic battery life, especially standby and especially if you don’t use the AMOLED for always on The silver colorway is by far the best-looking version and I highly recommend finding it What I didn’t like: Running Wear OS 4.0, needs to be updated, no idea if updates will come Charging cable should be updated to USB-C Can’t run Wear OS and Mobvoi app at the same time, it’s one or the other The TicWatch Atlas isn’t perfect, by any means. But it was near-perfect for what I wanted and needed. It looks nicer than either the Galaxy Watch or the Pixel Watch, and it is rugged and well-built. I would recommend this watch in a heartbeat. At the same time, I would also say to read other reviews because my experience may not reflect your needs. Specifications The TicWatch Atlas has the following features and specifications: Dimensions (mm): 52.2(H) x 47.8(L) x 12.05(D) Weight: 47.2 g Color: Black or Silver Watch Case: Stainless steel, 7000-serie aluminum and high-strength nylon with fiberglass Screen: Sapphire Crystal Watch Strap: Fluoro Rubber (interchangeable), 24mm Operating System: Wear OS by Google (Wear OS 4) Chipset: Snapdragon® W5+ Gen 1 wearable platform Memory: RAM: 2GB / ROM: 32GB Display: 1.43“ 466*466 326ppi Full Color Always On Display OLED + Ultra-low-power Display Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz, GNSS, GPS+Beidou+Glonass+Galileo+QZSS, NFC Payments, Yes (Google Wallet, 13.56MHz) Speaker: Yes Mic: Yes Vibration Motor: Yes PPG: Yes Barometer: Yes Compass: Yes Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, HD PPG Heart Rate Sensor, SpO2 Sensor, Skin Temperature Sensor, Low Latency Off-Body Sensor, Barometer, Compass Battery Capacity: 628mAh (typical) Durability: 5ATM, Open Water Swim/MIL-STD-810H Compatibility: Mobvoi Health works with phones running Android 8.0 (excluding Go edition and phones without Google Play Store), or later. Application: Mobvoi Health What’s In The Box TicWatch Atlas USB-A to TicWatch Magnet Charging Cable Manuals and Documentation Design The TicWatch Atlas that Mobvoi sent to me is the silver colorway. When the company asked me if I wanted to review the Atlas, I told them. Only if you send me the silver colorway. Every smartwatch that gets sent to me for review is always black. I saw photos of the silver TicWatch Atlas and I had to see it for myself. I will say this, if you can get your hands on the silver colorway, it is the one to have. Let’s start with the TicWatch Atlas band. The band is made of something called Fluoro Rubber. If you don’t know what this is, here is a brief overview: Basically, fluoro rubber is a silicon-type rubber with some nice upgrades over standard silicon bands. At first glance, especially in photos, this band doesn’t look all that great. But I was actually surprised after using it for a bit. I really do like the band. It is comfortable and feels tough and like it should stand up to time. The impressive thing is, you can buy regular watch bands to replace this one, should you want to. The TicWatch Atlas strap buckle feels strong, and this band does not feel like it will snap or break. Mobvoi also made plenty of holes for a wide variety of wrist sizes. The grey color goes perfectly with the silver colorway. The band is very comfortable, and I love the amount of adjustability it has, as with all watch bands, this one does make me sweaty. That’s probably just me. The back of the watch has all the numerous sensors and the pogo pins for charging. Flip the TicWatch Atlas over, and you’ll find a nice, rugged sports-style design. The front bezel looks like a diving watch with the seconds printed around it in increments of five, it is a faux dial and does not move. The only buttons are the digital crown and the multifunction button. There are nice orange accents on the crown and bezel, subtle but sets off the watch nicely. The watch casing is made of stainless steel, 7000-serie aluminum and high-strength nylon with fiberglass. Finally, you have the display. The glass is made of Sapphire Crystal and is supposed to be pretty tough. Of course, I haven’t intentionally tried to damage the glass, but I have banged it against doorways and whatnot. It has survived without a scratch, so far. Overall, I really love the look and design of the TicWatch Atlas. I love the silver colorway. I love the band, band material, and look of the band. It’s really a great-looking watch, much nicer than the Pixel Watch and slightly nicer than the top-tier Galaxy Watch. Setup/Ease of Use Setting up the TicWatch Atlas is straightforward. You can either set up the watch using the Mobvoi app or the Wear OS app. But you cannot use both apps at once, which I was disappointed with. I chose to set up the watch using the Mobvoi app so that I could check it out. More on that and the features later. You should fully charge the TicWatch Atlas before setting it up. Once it is charged, turn it on and open the Mobvoi (or Wear OS) app on your phone. The watch will be detected, and you can connect to it. Once you are connected, you’ll just have to go through a few steps to complete the pairing, and then you’re all set to go. Using the TicWatch Atlas is just like any other Wear OS, or even Apple Watch. The crown navigates through menus and the multifunction button selects, and you can use swipe gestures to move around the screen. Wear OS will guide you through the basic gestures during setup, in case you need that. Overall, the setup of the TicWatch Atlas is not hard at all, and it’s straightforward to grasp and use. At this point, smartwatches have been around long enough that I think most users will have an easy time getting a handle on this one. Display I’ve seen other reviewers throw some knocks at the display on the TicWatch Atlas. I, do not think these are warranted. Sure, the display isn’t as bright and vibrant as the Apple Watch Ultra, but the Ultra is much, much more expensive. I found that the TicWatch Atlas display was responsive to my touch and gesture inputs and was straightforward to navigate. I found the glass to be very tough, I have banged it a few times on doorways and cabinets. I found the brightness to be more than acceptable and even on a sunny day, I could see the display. Under direct sunlight, you might have some issue with some content, but the same holds true for the competition. The TicWatch Atlas has very nice colors and is vibrant to my eyes. Watch faces look spectacular on this display. The always-on display also gives you the option to have it always on the AMOLED or switched to an LCD version when not looking at the watch. The LCD version will save tons of battery life but does look like a basic Timex or Casio watch. Really not a huge deal if you’re not looking at it. Overall, I thought the TicWatch Atlas display was fantastic. I love the larger size and the display is premium, looks bright, colorful, and responds to touch well. No real complaints here. Software/Features The TicWatch Atlas runs on Wear OS 4, no word on if it will get updated. You can use the watch with the Wear OS app, from Google. But Mobvoi has features in its app you might want to access. So you might just set the watch up with the Mobvoi app and use it for a bit and see if switching to it is worth it to you. You cannot use both the Wear OS app and Mobvoi app together. Here is a list of features, most of which I rarely use, that you can take advantage of on the Atlas: Compass, Barometer, GPS, and four more GNSS systems—this watch is your all-in-one tool for any adventure. It guides you through the woods, up the mountain, and safely back to your tent. Find your way back to camp or explore new horizons with the built-in compass. Track barometric pressure and altitude changes with its linear progression graphs to stay informed. With access to all five global satellite systems, it ensures accurate location data wherever you are. Heat Map Feature: It’s not just about playing; it’s about playing smarter. Get in the zone with Heat Map. Choose your favorite ball games, and let the watch track where you’re most active. See your strengths and opportunities at a glance. After the game, easily share your heat map to relive the highlights and strategize for your next win. Fall Alert Feature: You always get covered. Equipped with advanced motion sensors and AI algorithms, our watch detects falls* instantly. In the event of a fall, the watch automatically triggers an SOS*, calling local emergency services or your emergency contact. It doesn’t stop there – your location is shared, ensuring help finds you, fast. You can also press the rotating crown five times to instantly initiate an SOS call. TicMotion Feature: TicMotion proactive motion tracking seamlessly detects your workouts, monitoring your activity and capturing vital fitness data like heart rate, calories burned, and Vo2 max. The enhanced TicMotionTM offers unmatched precision, giving you real-time insights on the Ultra-low-power Display—even before you press to start your workout. Whether you choose to record the activity or not eventually, your performance is captured in real-time, so you never miss a beat. It’s your call, your data, your way. V02 Recovery Feature: Get personalized recommendations on when your body is ready for the next workout, and track your VO2 Max to monitor cardiovascular efficiency, ensuring you train smarter and avoid injury. Heart Rate Feature: Glance to instantly know your intensity level, whether you’re warming up, hitting cardio, or entering a high-intensity zone. Workout Modes: With over 100 professional workout modes powered by advanced AI algorithms, TicWatch Atlas is your ultimate fitness companion. Heart Monitor: 24/7 heart rate monitoring alerts you any heart irregularities* from high/low heart rates to potential arrhythmias like AFib. Sleep Tracking: Auto sleep detection captures your sleep session seamlessly. Snoring detection helps you understand your sleep patterns and make adjustments for a more restful night. Blood Oxygen Monitor: Advanced sensors measure oxygen saturation in your blood, offering you detailed insights into how efficiently your body absorbs oxygen The TicWatch Atlas has a ton of features that I really don’t think everyone is going to use, at least all of them. I know I don’t use even half of them, but I do know some of these features are appealing to users. I did poke around the software and had a look at most of these features, and they seem to function as advertised. So overall, the experience with the features and software was good. Let’s just get it updated to Wear OS 5. Performance The TicWatch Atlas sports the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset, and I had no issues with performance. As I already mentioned, everything felt fluid and there was no lag, no stuttering, and no weird performance issues. All the features I use daily worked easily and the gestures were perfect. I had one instance when the watch did not want to go back to my normal watch face after being on standby for a long period of time. I had to long press the watch face and change it to the face I had before. That only happened once. Very strange. Overall, the performance was spot on with this watch. It did everything I needed it to do without issue. Battery Life Battery Life will be subjective, and it will depend on how you use your watch and what settings you have on it. I will say, the TicWatch Atlas outlasts my Apple Watch Ultra 2 by at least a full day, maybe a little more. I was easily getting almost 3 days of battery life, and it is possible to get more if you have the settings just right. There was an instance where I left the watch to sit on standby for 4 days and when I picked it up, it still had 27% battery. That It was sitting in a corner, not being used. That’s some pretty amazing battery life. Overall, I believe you can get massive battery life from this watch, if you have the settings just right. If you’re very active and using many of the features of the watch, you may see less battery life. It just all depends. Either way, the battery life is a huge plus of the TicWatch Atlas and maybe a good reason to buy it. Price/Value This watch has a comparable price to the big two, and you can find it on sale sometimes. I think the price to value ratio is good, and I have no problem recommending this watch, it is well worth your hard-earned money. Wrap Up The TicWatch Atlas is my favorite Wear OS watch on the market right now. Yes there are others, but I really love this watch for the price, looks, durability, feature set, and that silver colorway. Skip the black and find the silver. In some of our articles and especially in our reviews, you will find Amazon or other affiliate links. As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. Any other purchases you make through these links often result in a small amount being earned for the site and/or our writers. Techaeris often covers brand press releases. Doing this does not constitute an endorsement of any product or service by Techaeris. We provide the press release information for our audience to be informed and make their own decision on a purchase or not. Only our reviews are an endorsement or lack thereof. For more information, you can read our full disclaimer .

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