Chinese Man Wins Millions in Lottery, Keeps it Secret from his Wife

Chinese husband keeps £1.2million lottery prize a secret from his wife for two years -  she finds out, files for divorce and sues him for 60% of his winnings

• The man's wife eventually discovered the fortune her husband had hidden
• She then filed for divorce and sued him for her stake of the lottery jackpot

A Chinese man who kept his multi-million lottery winnings a secret from his wife has been ordered by a court to compensate his ex-partner.

The man, whose surname was given as Zhou, won a staggering 10 million yuan (£1.2 million) in 2021.

But instead of sharing his newfound wealth with his wife, Zhou continued life as though nothing had happened and concealed the winnings from her.

This meant that when the lottery winnings were paid out into his bank account, he didn't celebrate with a dream holiday for the pair, nor even a bottle of wine to toast the win.

Rather, Zhou transferred two million yuan to his sister, and a further 700,000 yuan to his ex-wife so that she could buy an apartment for herself.

A Chinese man who hid his multi-million lottery winnings a secret from his then-wife has been ordered by a court to compensate his ex-partner (file image: Chinese lottery ticket)

Eventually, Zhou's wife discovered the hidden fortune. It is not known how she discovered that he had hidden the money, but as soon as she did, she reportedly filed for divorce and sued him for her stake of the cash.

Zhou's wife, whose name is unknown, asked the court to grant her two-thirds of the money remaining after tax.

The woman should have been entitled to half of the money on account of being married to Zhou, and asked the court for more due to him going to great lengths to conceal the jackpot from her.

A court in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, agreed with her and told Zhou he had to reimburse his now ex-wife for 2.7 million yuan.

The Chinese government holds national lotteries to raise money for welfare and cultural programmes across the country. Winners are taxed on their payout. 

Rather unusually, it seems this isn't an uncommon story in China.

Just last year, another man concealed his winnings from his wife and child, even going to the extent of collecting his winnings in a giant yellow cartoon character costume.

The man, who was only identified as 'Mr Li', said he wanted to hide the winnings from his family so the jackpot wouldn't make them lazy.

Just last year, another man concealed his winnings from his wife and child , even going to the extent of collecting his winnings in a giant yellow cartoon character costume. The man, who was only identified as 'Mr Li', said he wanted to hide the winnings from his family so the jackpot wouldn't make them lazy 

'Mr Li' cashed in a whopping 219 million yuan (£26 million) in lottery winnings which he collected in disguise from the lottery office in Nanning, in the southern region of Guangxi. 

'I did not tell my wife and child for fear that they would be too complacent and would not work or work hard in the future,' he told Nanning Evening News in November.

It's not known if 'Mr Li's' wife or child have found out about the winnings yet. 

To protect his anonymity, the man, who only identified himself by the pseudonym 'Mr Li', dressed in a yellow cartoon character costume to claim his winnings at the lottery office in Nanning, in the southern region of Guangxi

Health and Wellness News: We've all been there: The best cures for a hangover

We've all been there: The best cures for a hangover

Did you party a little too much last night? Feeling terrible and have to go to work? Here are some practical solutions.

By KAREN ANN GAIMAN/WALLA,  FEBRUARY 13, 2023

https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-731422

Light feels brighter, the noise around is unbearable and remorseful feelings begin to fill your head. Congratulations, you have a hangover, and on the weekend, you're not the only one.

Besides sensitivity to light and noise, you probably have a headache, dry mouth, difficulty concentrating and severe nausea. The good news is that these symptoms can be avoided, even if you had too much to drink during a wild party.

Let's start with the question of why we actually get hangovers. The removal of excess alcohol from the body is mainly via the urinary system, which causes fluid loss and dehydration, which leads to the classic hangover symptoms. 

The greater the amount of alcohol drunk, the more severe and noticeable the symptoms. To overcome this problem, the body produces enzymes which break down the alcohol, and the more alcohol you drink, the more enzymes there are. The breaking down alcohol process is usually accompanied by pain and sometimes decreased blood sugar levels, which can cause nausea and even a depressed mood.

To maintain health and to prevent an unwanted hangover, of course it's better to not get drunk and certainly not too often. On the other hand, it's not every day (hopefully!), and surely there'll be several more events during the coming year so it might happen again. 

So if you woke up this morning with a hangover, you can eat or drink certain things to relieve the symptoms.

                                       Bottle of alcohol (credit: ING IMAGE/ASAP)

How to get over a hangover in a natural way

Over the years, several studies have researched foods which might help relieve hangovers. These studies haven't been sufficiently established to determine that certain foods or drinks help, yet certainly some alleviate symptoms.

Asparagus

Some studies indicate that amino acids and minerals found in asparagus extract may alleviate various hangover symptoms. The most useful part of the plant is the asparagus leaves.

Additional studies are being done to prove if amino acids in asparagus can speed up the rate of alcohol breakdown in the liver, yet unfortunately there still isn't an unequivocal recommendation.

Leafy greens, almonds, bananas

These foods contain potassium which is lost in the urine. They'll help you get an efficient amount of potassium without eating too much because it's not easy to eat with a hangover.

Miso soup

Japanese miso soup, as well as chicken soup, will help restore fluids, amino acids and salts to your body that will contribute to a quick recovery, even for those who lack appetite.

Oatmeal

Oats are a complex carbohydrate and may help balance blood sugar levels over time, thus helping to prevent feeling bad. Take oats and make a hot porridge.

Water

As always, especially at parties with alcohol, arrive hydrated and make sure to drink water during the evening. Pay attention - drinking water the morning after is just as important. Try to drink small amounts at a time and throughout the day.

Isotonic drinks

An isotonic drink or in the words we all know - a sports drink - is rich in important electrolytes such as salt and sugar and will help with recovery when you can't eat. 

Ginger tea

We know the effectiveness of ginger root against sea sickness or nausea in pregnancy, but will it also help with a hangover? Maybe, it's worth a try. 

To get the most out of your ginger tea, scrape the root with a grater and only then soak it in water. Grating enables your body to more effectively absorb gingerol, the active ingredient in ginger.

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Chiragh Chiragh accidentally shoots his friend Mohamed Muhyidinhis with a submachine gun

Gunman, 39, accidentally shot his friend with a submachine gun while sitting in a car and dumped his body by roadside

• Mohamed Muhyidin was found in a ditch near Heathrow with a gunshot wound
• He was accidentally shot and killed by Chiragh Amir Chiragh
• Associate Mohammed Shakeel was found guilty of perverting course of justice

A gunman accidentally shot his friend with a submachine gun while sitting in a car then dumped his body by the roadside

Chiragh Chiragh, 39, gunned down Mohamed Muhyidin, 28, as he sat in the front passenger seat of a car parked outside a flat in High Street, Harlington, west London

He then drove the victim's body round the corner and dumped it by the side of the road near to Heathrow Airport, where it was found by a taxi driver.

The shooting happened in a car park outside a block where one of the flats was used as a base for drug users and dealers to meet, police said.

Chiragh and Muhyidin, along with another man - Mohammed Shakeel, who had a fake firearm, went to the flat the previous evening, where an argument broke out with rival gangsters.

Chiragh Amir Chiragh (pictured), 39, unintentionally killed 28-year-old Mohamed Muhyidin by blasting him in the back as they sat in a Toyota Prius 

Mr Muhyidin's (pictured) body was then driven and dumped in a ditch near Heathrow Airport where it was later discovered by a taxi driver

Just before 5am, Chiragh left the flat with a submachine gun and got into a car with Muhyidin, who was sitting in the front passenger seat.

But as he climbed out of the back door of the vehicle, the gun accidentally went off and Muhyidin, who was sitting directly in front of Chiragh, was shot through the chair.

The silencer fell on the floor and the submachine gun was fired another two times while Chiragh was holding it, police said.

Chiragh then drove the car to nearby Sipson Lane and Muhyidin's body was left by the roadside, with the other members of the gang trying to cover up what happened.

At Isleworth Crown Court on Friday (Feb 10), Chiragh was handed a 20-year jail sentence with an extended five years on licence. Two thirds of his sentence must be served before parole is considered.

A jury found Chiragh, of Harrow, west London, guilty of manslaughter and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

He had previously pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of a prohibited weapon and perverting the course of justice.

Associate Mohammed Shakeel (pictured), from Barking, was found guilty of perverting the course of justice

Mohammed Shakeel, 29, of Barking, east London, was handed a total of five years and four months in prison after he was found guilty of perverting the course of justice.

Chiragh was handed a 20-year jail sentence with an extended five years on licence. Pictured: Isleworth Crown Court where the trial took place

Chiragh and his associates were about to embark on a 'ride-out' to attack rival gangsters when he accidentally shot his friend with the Agram 2002 submachine gun fitted with a silencer.

The weapon could be loaded with up to 29 bullets.

After 'Mohamed's body was dumped the car he was killed in was set alight as those involved tried to cover their tracks.

They falsely reported to an insurance company that the car had been stolen from them.

Mississippi Health: 900% Increase in Babies Born WIth Congenital Syphilis

Mississippi hit with a 900% rise over five years in the number of newborn babies being treated for congenital syphilis

• The number of babies being diagnosed with congenital syphilis in Mississippi skyrocketed from just 10 in 2016 to 102 in 2021
• Babies born with the disease can face organ damage, problems with their nervous system and even death
• State officials say they are now considering implementing a syphilis screening for pregnant women 

The number of babies being diagnosed with congenital syphilis in Mississippi has skyrocketed more than 900 percent over a five year span, according to a new study.

Dr. Thomas Dobbs, the medical director of the Mississippi State Department of Health's Crossroads Clinic in Jackson, found that a whopping 102 newborns were treated for the sexually-transmitted infection in 2021, up from just 10 in 2016.

Babies born with the disease can face organ damage, problems with their nervous system and potentially blindness or deafness. At least one baby has died from the disease, according to Mississippi state officials, though the State Department of Health does not formally track congenital syphilis deaths. 

Dobbs told NBC News he has spoken with other health care providers, all of whom 'are absolutely horrified' that babies are being born with the disease as they call for further investments in women's health.  

'This seems like something that should have happened a hundred years ago, not last year,' he said. 'There's really kind of a shock.'

Dr. Thomas Dobbs shared data showing that the number of syphilis cases among newborns in Mississippi skyrocketed nearly 1000 percent

Syphilis cases have been increasing across Mississippi, the nation's poorest state, over the past two decades as neonatal facilities shutter their doors in some of the poorest communities. 

In 2000, there were 14 congenital syphilis cases, with 10 reported the following year, according to previously-released data from the Mississippi State Department of Health.

From there though, the number of cases started to plummet — with zero cases reported in 2005 and 2006.

By 2009, there were eight cases of congenital syphilis, and by 2016, there were 10.

But the numbers started ticking up again in 2019, and seemed to get worse during the global pandemic, breaking a record in 2021 with over 100 reported cases, according to data Dobbs shared with NBC News, based on hospital billing information.

At the same time, preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that syphilis cases across the United States more than doubled from 941 in 2017 to at least 2,677 in 2021.  

The Mississippi Department of Health has not yet released its final 2021 numbers, which are based on clinicians reporting cases directly to the state.

But in 2020, the department found that black newborns accounted for 70 percent of the state's congenital syphilis cases, despite making up only about 42 percent of the state's live births that year.

Dr. Paul Byers, the state's epidemiologist, says he expects similar results in the final 2021 report. 

DailyMail.com has reached out for comment. 

Dobbs, who previously served as the state's health officer, said health care providers 'are absolutely horrified' that babies are being born with the disease

Congenital syphilis occurs when a pregnant mother passes syphilis onto their child

Symptoms of congenital syphilis 

Symptoms of congenital syphilis may include:

•  Deformed bones
• Severe anemia
• Enlarged liver or spleen
• Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Brain and nerve damage, like blindness or deafness
• Meningitis
• Skin rashes
• Death

Source: Centers for Disease Control 

Dr. Anita Henderson, a Hattiesburg-based pediatrician, also said she has treated more babies with congenital syphilis in the past three to four years than she has in all of her 25-year career.

'I don't think many people know there is the potential for babies to die from congenital syphilis,' she said. 

Congenital syphilis occurs when the sexually-transmitted infection is passed from a mother to their child when she is pregnant.

Women with syphilis can undergo a series of penicillin shots at least one month before giving birth to prevent passing the disease onto their child.

If left untreated, a pregnant woman with syphilis has an 80 percent chance of passing it on to her baby. In around 40 percent of cases, Dobbs said, those pregnancies will end with miscarriages.

When babies are born with syphilis, they must usually remain in the hospital for two weeks after birth as penicillin is delivered intravenously. 

Newborns with the disease may not initially show symptoms, experts say, but those who are not treated can face serious health complications or death if they are not treated within three months after birth. 

Newborns with syphilis who are not treated within three months of their birth can face serious complications and even death

When babies are born with syphilis, they must usually remain in the hospital for two weeks after birth as penicillin is delivered intravenously

But in Mississippi, some counties lack an obstetrician, forcing pregnant women to travel for care on often unreliable public transportation — sometimes having to forego work for the day to do so.

Many also have to wait weeks before their first prenatal visit, and last year, it took about a month on average to be approved for a public health insurance program though Medicaid that covers pregnancies. 

Mississippi is one of the poorest states in America, ranking at 37 out of 50 in terms of its gross domestic product according to the Bureau of Economic Analyses. It ranks 17th for its death rate from drug overdose, figures from the CDC show. 

Making matters worse, the Department of Health announced in 2016 that it was closing nine county health departments.

And just last year, the Mississippi Delta — which has some of the nation's highest poverty rates and has long faced diminished access to maternal and infant care —  saw its last remaining neonatal ICU close while the Greenwood Leflore Hospital shuttered its labor and delivery ward.

'In a rural state like Mississippi, we're going to have to look at where are the pockets of disease and how can we reach those mothers,' Henderson said, 'but I also think our state really has got to look at investing in pregnant women, investing in their health.'

Dr. Paul Byers, the state's epidemiologist, said officials are now considering a screening mandate for pregnant women

Nina Ragunanthan, an OBGYN, said that in the past year alone she had two patients test positive for syphilis.

One of the women received scarce prenatal care, she said, while the other tested negative throughout her pregnancy only to test positive at the delivery.

'I think it's completely attainable to lower these rates,' she said. 'It's not something where it's esoteric. It's kind of straight forward, but it is just sometimes the logistial challenges.'

She noted that getting patients in early and making sure their partners receive treatment 'takes money.'

At the Delta Health Center, where patients are seen regardless of their insurance or ability to pay, Ragunanthan tests pregnant patients for syphilis during their prenatal visit, then again in their third trimester wand when they show up in labor.

Her husband, Dr. Braveen Ragunanthan, a pediatrician, then follows CDC guidelines when dealing with babies diagnosed with syphilis: conducting X-rays to see if any bones are deformed, performing lumbar puncture tests to screen their cerebrospinal fluid and starting them on IV penicillin.

But Mississippi does not require prenatal screenings, and as of 2016, it was one of only six states without a law requiring syphilis screenings.

Now, Byers said the Department of Health is exploring the possibility of a testing mandate. 

The above map shows cases of chlamydia per 100,000 people across the 50 states of the U.S. and territories. It reveals that Mississippi has the highest case count for the sexually transmitted disease out of all states

Mississippi has previously been named the United States' gonorrhea and chlamydia capital. 

It earned the title in 2020, with the biggest gonorrhea outbreak in the country for five years running. It also detected about one case of chlamydia for every 124 people, and one case of syphilis per every 1,390 residents.

Speaking to DailyMail.com last year, Byers said STD rates were high in the state due to a myriad of factors. 

‘High rates in Mississippi are impact by a number of factors including social determinants of health and inadequate access to care, negative impacts on health in communities with high social vulnerability, lack of health care coverage, which may contribute to a delay in seeking care, increases in drug use, and social stigmatization of being diagnosed with an STD,’ he said. 

‘Some increases may certainly have been due to the interruption in routine healthcare access over the last two years.’

Byers said more healthcare specialists trained in STDs were being recruited by the state to help limit infections, and that education programs was being expanded. 

‘STDs are not a benign disease, we are seeing impacts with increased cases of congenital syphilis, unrecognized and untreated chlamydia can lead to infertility, certain STIs, including syphilis, can increase the risk of HIV,' he added.

‘Our message is: Be protected, get tested, get treated and let your contacts know if you have been diagnosed with an STD.’