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Court sentencing
Wiltshire carer jailed for killing mother on Christmas Day
Stefania Glowka admitted manslaughter by diminished responsibility and was cleared of murder after the death of her 86-year-old mother in Devizes
Mental health research
Ketamine infusion eased severe depression within hours in review
A University of Connecticut review found rapid short-term benefits for some patients, but experts warn the drug requires medical supervision and longer-term evidence remains limited
Education
Quebec report puts new focus on boys falling behind in school
The report says boys are disadvantaged in the school system, with gaps showing in dropout rates, French proficiency and learning disorders
NHL
Victor Hedman says Lightning leave was for mental health
The Tampa Bay captain said he stepped away in the final weeks of the season to focus on himself, after missing 22 games including the playoffs