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People who stop using weight-loss injections regain the weight they lost in under two years, according to a major new study. The analysis, led by researchers at the University of Oxford and published in the BMJ, reviewed 37 studies involving more than 9,000 participants. The drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, mimic a hormone that suppresses appetite and were originally developed to treat diabetes. Researchers found that after stopping medication, participants regained weight at an average rate of 0.4kg per month, returning to their original weight in about 1.7 years. On average, users lost 8.3kg while on treatment but regained nearly…

Updated federal guidance blends tradition with new priorities US officials released revised dietary guidelines on Wednesday, combining long-standing nutrition advice with fresh focus areas. The guidance reflects Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again agenda. It urges Americans to eat more protein, choose healthy fats, and reduce ultraprocessed foods and added sugar. Kennedy spoke at the White House, telling Americans to eat real food. He called the guidance practical, clear, and easy to follow. The 2020 guidelines spanned nearly 150 pages and provided detailed advice for all age groups. The new edition condenses recommendations to a few…

US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will supply up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States. He linked the plan to a US military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro from power. Trump estimated the oil’s value at around $2.8bn. He described it as high quality and sanctioned crude. He announced the plan on social media. He said the oil would sell at market prices. He added that he would control the revenue. He said the funds would benefit people in Venezuela and the United States. Trump said US oil companies would restart operations in Venezuela rapidly.…

Greenland, a vast Arctic island off the northeastern coast of Canada, has become the center of renewed international attention as the Trump White House signals that military options remain on the table to bring the territory under U.S. oversight. With more than two-thirds of its land inside the Arctic Circle, Greenland has long been crucial to North American defense and global strategic planning. U.S. Signals Interest in Greenland White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that acquiring Greenland is a national security priority for the United States. “It’s vital to deter our adversaries in the Arctic region,” she said.…

Nottingham Forest boosted their survival hopes with a dramatic late victory over a struggling West Ham United at the London Stadium. West Ham led early in the second half but had a goal disallowed before Forest quickly responded, Nicolás Domínguez heading in an equaliser. The decisive moment came in the 89th minute when a clumsy challenge by Alphonse Areola resulted in a penalty, calmly converted by Morgan Gibbs-White. The defeat leaves West Ham seven points behind Forest in 17th place and winless in 10 matches under Nuno Espírito Santo. Despite flashes of improvement and debut appearances from new signings, defensive…

Charlotte tourism impact is stronger than ever, according to a new report by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority. The report highlights record-breaking fiscal results and outlines plans to capitalize on upcoming events, signaling ongoing confidence in the city’s travel economy. The city welcomed millions of visitors in the past year, boosting local businesses, hotels, and attractions. Tourism spending contributed significantly to Mecklenburg County’s economy, supporting restaurants, retail, and cultural venues. Officials attribute the growth to a combination of leisure travel, events, and improved infrastructure. Concerts, sports tournaments, festivals, and expanded greenway trails all played a role in attracting visitors and…

Manchester City will be without Rúben Dias for up to six weeks due to a hamstring injury, deepening their defensive crisis. Dias joins Joško Gvardiol on the sidelines, with the latter unlikely to play again this season after surgery. Manager Pep Guardiola has recalled academy defender Max Alleyne and may turn to the transfer market, with Marc Guéhi under consideration. City are also close to signing forward Antoine Semenyo, who is due for a medical after City agreed to meet his £65m release clause. Guardiola acknowledged the squad strain but insisted City will cope without major spending.

North Korea has conducted new hypersonic missile tests under the supervision of leader Kim Jong-un, emphasizing the importance of strengthening the country’s nuclear deterrent. The tests come as Pyongyang ramps up weapons demonstrations ahead of its first major political gathering in five years, the Workers’ Party congress. The announcement followed reports from neighboring countries that multiple ballistic missiles had been launched, which they described as provocative. The tests occurred just hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung left for China to meet President Xi Jinping. Kim Stresses Military Readiness According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Sunday’s drill…

Novo Nordisk has launched its Wegovy weight-loss pill in the US at lower prices than injections. The once-daily pill is the first GLP-1 tablet approved and targets appetite suppression. Self-pay patients can access starting doses for $149 a month, far below injectable costs. The drug aims to appeal to patients seeking needle-free, affordable treatment options. Novo hopes the pill will regain market share lost to rivals like Eli Lilly. Shares rose after the launch, despite long-term competitive pressure. The pill is available at major pharmacies and telehealth platforms nationwide. Approval has so far been limited to the US, with UK…

A giant bluefin tuna stole the spotlight at Tokyo’s Toyosu fish market, selling for a jaw-dropping 510 million yen (€2.78 million) at the first auction of 2026. Kiyomura Claims Another Victory The winning bid came from Kiyomura Corp., owned by Kiyoshi Kimura, the founder of the popular Sushi Zanmai chain. Kimura, a familiar face at these New Year auctions, broke his own 2019 record of 334 million yen (€1.82 million). Speaking to reporters afterward, he admitted he had hoped to pay a little less, but “the price shot up before you knew it.” The Allure of Oma Tuna The 243-kilogram…