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health24 days ago•8 min saved

Two-Week Supine Floor Routine Boosts Balance and Coordination

A two-experiment Japanese study in PLOS One found that 10 minutes of daily supine floor exercises over two weeks improved standing balance, side-to-side agility, and trunk flexibility in healthy young adults, suggesting better core–lower‑body coordination from a low-load routine. Experts note small sample sizes and short duration limit real-world impact, and say it’s not a replacement for full workouts, but may have rehab or aging applications when done with proper technique and ideally in the morning.

via Fox News|

#balance #coordination #floor-exercises

defense2 months ago•2 min saved

Border Drone Downing Spurs Demands for Interagency Oversight

Democratic lawmakers condemned the Trump administration after the military used a high-powered laser to down what it said was a threatening drone near the US–Mexico border, later identified as a CBP drone, highlighting interagency coordination gaps. The incident follows a prior episode where a CBP laser hit a party balloon, and ongoing airspace restrictions near Fort Hancock, with Republicans and Democrats urging independent review and stricter coordination between the FAA, the Pentagon, and CBP. The FAA seeks a safety review of anti-drone lasers and has paused testing until it’s completed, while agency disagreements about pre-approval for laser use persist.

via The Guardian|

#cbp #coordination #defense

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Identifying Adult ADHD: Common Signs Found at Home"

A doctor has revealed a common sign of adult ADHD, explaining that people with the condition may exhibit a swaying walk around the house to compensate for difficulties with coordination. This behavior is linked to changes in the area of the brain that controls coordination, known as the cerebellum, and can manifest as clumsiness and a tendency to bump into things. The revelation has surprised many viewers, shedding light on a subtle yet telling symptom of adult ADHD.

via LADbible|

#adhd #adult-adhd #coordination

biology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Dung Beetles Demonstrate Remarkable Coordination in Rolling Behavior, Study Reveals"

Male and female dung beetles in South Africa have been observed coordinating their actions to roll dung balls over obstacles, with males grabbing the ball from above and females performing headstands to push the ball off the ground with their legs. This cooperative behavior, observed in spider dung beetles, is unique as the beetles do not know their final destination. Researchers found that pairs of beetles were faster and more efficient than single ones when faced with obstacles, but the mechanism of their coordination remains a mystery due to the beetles' small brains.

via The Guardian|

#animal-behavior #biology #cooperation

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Alleged Campaign Law Violations and Legal Complaints Plague DeSantis' Campaign"

A campaign watchdog group, the Campaign Legal Centre, has filed five complaints against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's campaign, accusing him of illegally coordinating with a super PAC called Never Back Down. The group is concerned that the level of collaboration between the super PAC and DeSantis's campaign is providing an "alarming" level of influence to the super PAC's backers. DeSantis's campaign denies the allegations, calling them "baseless," while the super PAC insists it is in full compliance with federal law. None of the complaints have reached a resolution at this time.

via The Independent|

#allegations #campaign-finance #coordination

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

DeSantis and Never Back Down Super PAC Under Fire for Alleged Campaign Finance Violations

Ron DeSantis and his 2024 presidential campaign, along with the Never Back Down Super PAC supporting him, are facing a complaint from the nonprofit watchdog Campaign Legal Center, alleging that they violated federal law by coordinating their activities and making in-kind contributions. The complaint claims that the super PAC failed to remain independent from the candidate and his campaign, contrary to legal requirements. DeSantis and his team have dismissed the allegations as baseless, stating that the complaint is politically motivated. The FEC has previously stated that they won't take action based on unverified rumors.

via The Daily Beast|

#campaign-legal-center #coordination #federal-election-commission

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

DeSantis and Super PAC Under Fire for Alleged Campaign Finance Violations

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is accused of breaking campaign finance laws by coordinating with the Never Back Down PAC, according to a complaint filed with the Federal Election Commission. The complaint alleges that DeSantis's campaign illegally influenced the activities of the super PAC supporting his 2024 presidential bid. The Campaign Legal Center claims that DeSantis's campaign complained about the PAC's ads targeting Nikki Haley, which is seen as a violation of federal campaign finance laws. The watchdog group also alleges that the PAC effectively operated as an arm of DeSantis's campaign, subsidizing and underwriting his candidacy. The complaint calls for civil penalties and an injunction to prevent future violations.

via WFLA|

#campaign-finance #coordination #federal-election-commission

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Watchdog Group Accuses DeSantis of Campaign Finance Violation, Super PAC Strategist Resigns"

A nonpartisan government watchdog group, the Campaign Legal Center, has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission accusing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis of breaking campaign finance law by coordinating with a super PAC supporting his presidential bid. The complaint alleges that the level of coordination and communication between DeSantis' campaign and the super PAC, Never Back Down, crossed legal boundaries. DeSantis' spokesperson dismissed the complaint as baseless, while the governor's political operation faces turmoil and departures from top-level strategists. The FEC's resolution of the complaint may take years, and its board often deadlocks on campaign finance enforcement matters.

via The Associated Press|

#campaign-finance-law #coordination #federal-election-commission

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Watchdog Group Files Complaint Against DeSantis Campaign for Illegal Coordination

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign and the super PAC supporting him, Never Back Down, have been hit with a complaint by the Campaign Legal Center, alleging coordination between the two entities in violation of federal election laws. The complaint accuses Never Back Down of making in-kind contributions to DeSantis' campaign, which goes against the requirement for super PACs to remain independent. DeSantis' campaign spokesman dismissed the complaint as baseless, while the super PAC did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Never Back Down has been heavily involved in DeSantis' Iowa ground game, and the complaint follows the recent departure of its chief operative.

via NBC News|

#campaign-legal-center #coordination #federal-election-commission

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"FEC Complaint Exposes Coordinated Disinformation Campaign During Biden's 2020 Run"

Conservative organization America First Legal has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC), alleging a coordinated disinformation campaign by Secretary of State Antony Blinken and 51 former senior intelligence officials during Joe Biden's 2020 presidential campaign. The complaint claims that the officials failed to disclose coordinated expenditures constituting in-kind donations related to the Hunter Biden laptop story, which they claimed was Russian disinformation. The complaint also alleges that the Biden campaign actively participated in drafting and disseminating a statement to discredit the laptop story, with the intent of aiding Biden's campaign.

via Fox News|

#coordination #disinformation-campaign #election-interference

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Republicans Celebrate Landmark Campaign Finance Victory, Echoing Citizens United"

The GOP is optimistic about a lawsuit that could remove spending restrictions and allow official party committees and candidates to coordinate freely, potentially leading to a significant shift in campaign spending. The lawsuit, filed by the National Republican Senatorial Committee and the National Republican Congressional Committee, aims to eliminate the need for separate operations for independent expenditures, enabling party committees to use their funds to support individual campaigns. While some Democrats are skeptical of the lawsuit's success, a victory could have implications for the 2024 elections. The case is currently with an Ohio district court judge, who may send it to the conservative-leaning 6th Circuit for review.

via POLITICO|

#campaign-finance #coordination #gop

immigration3 years ago•5 min saved

Migrants seek refuge in Colonie amidst shocking conditions.

More than 20 asylum-seekers driven from New York City arrived at the SureStay Plus by Best Western Hotel on Wolf Road in Colonie, New York, early Sunday morning. The town supervisor alleged that New York City Mayor Eric Adams failed to notify the Albany County executive’s office of the plan, a violation of a county executive order issued Tuesday. The town was not equipped to service “an influx of persons of unknown health, dietary, and behavioral histories.” Albany County Executive Dan McCoy's May 23 executive order required that the county be notified to coordinate housing for migrants and asylum-seekers being transported here, and that only the county social services commissioner could issue licenses to hotels, motels or other dwellings to house groups of people.

via Times Union |

#asylum-seekers #colonie #coordination

cryptocurrency-regulation3 years ago•2 min saved

US House Committees Seek Clarity and Oversight for Digital Assets

Three Republican members of the US House Financial Services Committee have sent letters to the heads of US banking regulatory agencies seeking information on possible coordinated efforts taken against digital asset firms. The lawmakers see a “coordinated strategy” to deny the digital asset industry access to banking that is not related to a desire to protect banks. The letters demand non-public records relating to communications between employees of each of the agencies addressed and the institutions they supervise regarding the documents referenced.

via Cointelegraph|

#banking-regulations #coordination #cryptocurrency-regulation

fitness3 years ago•2 min saved

"5 Kettlebell Moves for Balanced Muscle Building and Weight Loss"

Fitness trainer Rhiannon Bailey has shared a five-move kettlebell workout that can help improve balance and build muscle all over the body. The workout includes functional moves that closely mirror daily tasks and challenge the body to hold the kettlebell away from the center of gravity, improving balance and coordination. The workout requires good coordination and can be performed by swapping which hand you hold the kettlebell with each round.

via Fit and Well|

#balance #coordination #fitness

fashion3 years ago•1 min saved

Royal Siblings Steal the Show at Easter Service in Adorable Outfits

Prince Louis joined his family for Easter services at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, dressed in a coordinated blue outfit with his siblings and parents. The 4-year-old prince wore a blazer, tie, and cerulean Bermuda shorts, completing the look with a tie covered in little bicycles. Louis also showed off his impressive facial expressions, reminding everyone that he is still a playful child at heart.

via The Cut|

#coordination #easter #fashion