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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 University of Oxford and published in the BMJ, reviewed 37 studies involving more than 9,300 participants taking GLP-1 agonist medications. These drugs, originally developed for diabetes, mimic the GLP-1 hormone to reduce appetite and increase feelings of fullness. The researchers found that after stopping treatment, participants regained weight at an average rate of 0.4kg per month, returning to their original weight within about 1.7 years. Weight regain occurred almost four times faster than…

A slimmer guide echoes familiar advice with political flavor New US dietary guidelines released Wednesday repeat familiar nutrition advice but add political emphasis. The guidance aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again movement. Officials urge Americans to eat more protein and healthy fats. They also press people to limit ultraprocessed foods and added sugars. Kennedy framed the message bluntly during a White House briefing. He said Americans should eat real food. He positioned the guidance as simple and practical. The previous guidelines from 2020 ran nearly 150 pages. They offered detailed advice for every life…

US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will hand over up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States. He linked the transfer to a US-led military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro from power. Trump valued the oil at about $2.8bn and described it as high quality and sanctioned. He announced the plan in a social media post. He said the oil sale would follow market prices. He added that he would control the proceeds. He said the funds would benefit people in Venezuela and the United States. Trump said US oil production in Venezuela would restart quickly.…

Greenland’s strategic location and vast resources have made the Arctic island a focal point in international politics, as the White House signals that military options remain on the table in President Donald Trump’s renewed push to bring the territory under U.S. oversight. The self-governing territory of Denmark sits off the northeastern coast of Canada, with more than two-thirds of its land inside the Arctic Circle. Its position has made it vital to North American defense since World War II. White House Reiterates Military Option White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that Trump considers acquiring Greenland a national security…

Nottingham Forest struck a late blow to pile further pressure on West Ham United, as Morgan Gibbs-White sealed a dramatic comeback win at the London Stadium. West Ham led early in the second half but saw a goal by Crysencio Summerville ruled out, a moment that shifted momentum decisively. Forest responded immediately through a Nicolás Domínguez header before capitalising on West Ham’s defensive fragility. A mistimed punch by Alphonse Areola led to a VAR review and a late penalty, calmly converted by Gibbs-White in the 89th minute. The defeat leaves West Ham winless in 10 matches and entrenched in relegation…

American Airlines new routes are set to boost travel across the U.S. The airline will launch three daily flights connecting Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) with Chicago O’Hare (ORD) starting February 2026. This expansion offers passengers more travel options and stronger connectivity between key cities. The new routes aim to meet growing demand for domestic travel. Both business and leisure travelers will benefit from the additional flight choices. Airlines hope these daily connections will make travel more convenient and reduce congestion on existing flights. Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport will see an increase in traffic as passengers gain access to one of the country’s…

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 Josko Gvardiol sidelined for the season and John Stones also injured. City are considering a move for Marc Guéhi and are close to signing Antoine Semenyo, who is due for a medical after City agreed to pay his £65m release clause. Academy defender Max Alleyne has been recalled from loan, while Guardiola insisted his squad would cope despite limited options and players absent at Afcon.

North Korea has carried out new hypersonic missile tests under the supervision of leader Kim Jong-un, signaling a continued focus on strengthening the country’s nuclear deterrent ahead of a major political event. The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and follows reports of multiple missile launches detected by neighboring countries. The tests were reported just hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung departed for China to meet President Xi Jinping, adding a political dimension to the timing. Kim Jong-un Highlights Military Readiness According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Sunday’s drill tested a hypersonic weapon system to evaluate…

Novo Nordisk has launched the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill in the US, intensifying competition. The once-daily Wegovy pill is priced well below injectable versions, accelerating a sector-wide price war. It is the first approved pill that mimics the GLP-1 hormone to reduce appetite. Self-paying patients can access the starting dose for $149 a month, or $5 a day. Higher doses will rise to between $199 and $299 monthly. Insured patients may pay as little as $25 a month. Analysts say prices are far lower than typical $1,000-a-month injections. The launch lifted Novo’s shares despite strong rivalry from Eli Lilly. The…

A single bluefin tuna captured the spotlight at Tokyo’s New Year auction, fetching a jaw-dropping price and setting a new record. A Historic Purchase At the first auction of 2026 at Toyosu fish market, a massive 243-kilogram bluefin tuna sold for 510 million yen, about €2.78 million. The winning bid came from Kiyomura Corp., owned by Kiyoshi Kimura, the founder of the popular Sushi Zanmai chain. Kimura, a regular at the annual event, smashed his own 2019 record of 334 million yen. He admitted afterward that he had hoped to pay less but that “the price shot up before you…