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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 9,300 participants using GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. On average, participants regained weight at a rate of 0.4kg per month after stopping treatment, returning to their original weight within 1.7 years. The regain happened almost four times faster than among people following behavioural weight-loss programmes such as diet or exercise plans. Researchers also found that improvements in blood pressure and…

New federal guidance blends old advice with fresh priorities US officials released updated dietary guidelines on Wednesday, combining traditional nutrition recommendations with new 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 sugars. Kennedy spoke at the White House, telling Americans to eat real food. He described the guidance as practical, clear, and actionable. The 2020 guidelines spanned nearly 150 pages and offered detailed advice for all age groups. The new version condenses recommendations to a few…

US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will deliver up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States. He linked the move 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 proceeds. He said the money would benefit people in Venezuela and the United States. Trump said US oil companies would restart operations in Venezuela quickly.…

Greenland, the vast Arctic island off Canada’s northeastern coast, has once again become a flashpoint in international politics. With more than two-thirds of its territory lying within the Arctic Circle, Greenland has long been crucial to North American defense, and now the Trump administration has renewed its push to bring the island under U.S. control. Trump Signals Military Option White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that President Trump considers acquiring Greenland a national security priority, calling it “vital to deter our adversaries in the Arctic region.” She added that “the president and his team are discussing a range…

Nottingham Forest came from behind to beat West Ham United, compounding the hosts’ relegation fears. West Ham led through a Tomas Soucek goal but saw a second-half strike by Crysencio Summerville ruled out. Forest responded immediately when Nicolás Domínguez headed in an equaliser from a corner. The turning point came late on as Alphonse Areola clattered into Morgan Gibbs-White, allowing him to score the decisive penalty in the 89th minute. The defeat leaves West Ham winless in 10 matches and seven points adrift of Forest in 17th. Despite signs of effort, Nuno Espírito Santo admitted his side lacked organisation and…

Manchester City will be without Rúben Dias for up to six weeks due to a hamstring injury. The setback deepens Pep Guardiola’s defensive crisis, with Joško Gvardiol sidelined long term and John Stones also injured. City are considering a move for Marc Guéhi and have recalled academy defender Max Alleyne. Meanwhile, City are close to signing Antoine Semenyo, who is due to undergo a medical after agreeing a £65m release clause. Guardiola said his squad will cope despite limited numbers and no plans for a major spending spree.

American Airlines is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to improve travel for families. The airline is introducing advanced AI tools designed to make trips smoother, faster, and more enjoyable for vacationers across the United States. The new technology focuses on reducing common travel challenges. Families often face issues like long check-in lines, delayed luggage, and complicated boarding processes. AI tools aim to simplify these steps, helping travelers move more efficiently through airports. One key feature uses AI to optimize seating arrangements. Families can be automatically assigned seats together, even on crowded flights. The system also predicts potential delays and suggests…

North Korea has carried out new hypersonic missile tests under the supervision of leader Kim Jong-un, highlighting its commitment to strengthening the country’s nuclear capabilities. The tests come as Pyongyang ramps up military demonstrations ahead of the upcoming Workers’ Party congress, the first in five years. The announcement followed reports from neighboring countries detecting multiple ballistic missile launches, which they described as provocations. The timing was also notable, occurring just hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung departed for China to meet President Xi Jinping. Kim Emphasizes Military Readiness According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Sunday’s drill…

Novo Nordisk has launched the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill in the US.The once-daily Wegovy pill costs far less than injectable versions.Self-paying patients can buy the starting dose for $149 per month.Higher doses will rise to between $199 and $299 monthly later this year.The pill offers a needle-free alternative and broader patient appeal.US approval came just before Christmas, with rollout now under way nationwide.Novo hopes the pill will regain market share after recent profit warnings.Shares rose on launch news despite intense competition from Eli Lilly.Eli Lilly is developing a rival obesity pill with capped pricing plans.UK regulators are reviewing Wegovy pill…

A single bluefin tuna captured the spotlight at Tokyo’s New Year auction, selling for a jaw-dropping price that set a new record for the market. Million-Euro Tuna Steals the Show At the first auction of 2026 at Tokyo’s Toyosu fish market, a massive 243-kilogram bluefin tuna fetched 510 million yen, around €2.78 million. The winning bid came from Kiyomura Corp., owned by Kiyoshi Kimura, the founder of the popular Sushi Zanmai chain. Kimura, a familiar figure at these annual auctions, surpassed his own 2019 record of 334 million yen. He admitted afterward that he had hoped to pay less, but…