A 61% rise in children with injuries from hot water bottles has been reported by The Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead, with older bottles being more likely to burst and cause burns. The NHS advises checking the manufacturing date on hot water bottles and following safety measures such as not using boiling water, filling only three-quarters full, and replacing bottles every two years to prevent accidents. Other tips include expelling air before sealing, wrapping the bottle in a towel, and avoiding use alongside electric blankets, with a reminder that these items should never be used for babies.
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A-Leagues seek to stop ‘player-spend arms race’ with strict $3m salary cap
The A-League Men will implement a hard salary cap of $3 million for player wages starting in the 2026/27 season to combat unsustainable spending by clubs, while allowing one marquee player outside this cap. APL chair Stephen Conroy emphasized the need for financial stability, as many clubs, including Melbourne Victory, face significant losses. The new cap replaces the current $2.55 million soft cap, and further reforms will adjust spending based on revenue from the 2027/28...
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