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A recent analysis suggests that combining the weight-loss drug Zepbound with another therapy may help reduce joint pain in obese patients with psoriatic arthritis. Experts say the findings could offer new hope for managing this painful condition. Psoriatic arthritis causes swelling, stiffness, and discomfort in the joints. Obesity often worsens symptoms and makes treatment more challenging. Researchers analyzed how Zepbound, a medication designed to aid weight loss, affects arthritis symptoms when paired with another therapy. The study found that patients who used the combination experienced significant reductions in joint pain. Weight loss itself may relieve pressure on joints and improve…
Chelsea gave Liam Rosenior a winning start with a 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic in the FA Cup. A rotated Chelsea side dominated possession and progressed comfortably to the fourth round, but supporter anger towards the club’s owners again overshadowed events on the pitch. Goals from Jorrel Hato, Tosin Adarabioyo and Marc Guiu put Chelsea in control, though a set-piece lapse allowed Miles Leaburn to briefly give Charlton hope. Further strikes from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández, after a penalty won by teenage winger Estevão Willian, sealed a convincing win. Despite the positive result, chants against ownership group Clearlake Capital…
Governments are facing increasing pressure to act against the outsized carbon footprint of the world’s wealthiest. Campaigners are calling for bans on high-emission luxury items and taxes on fossil fuel profits, arguing these steps are essential to meet global climate targets and reduce inequality. Oxfam’s latest research reveals a stark imbalance: the richest one per cent of people had already used up their entire annual carbon budget just ten days into 2026, surpassing the emissions limit needed to keep global warming below 1.5°C — a milestone dubbed “Pollutocrat Day.” The wealthiest 0.01 per cent exceeded their carbon allowance in just…
Bukayo Saka has agreed a new five-year contract with Arsenal that will significantly increase his wages and secure his future until 2031. The deal will reportedly lift Saka’s earnings to around £300,000 a week, placing him among the club’s top earners and reflecting his importance to the team. Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta prioritised the renewal after tying down several key players last year. Saka, a Hale End academy graduate, has been in strong form as Arsenal opened a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League. Manager Mikel Arteta has repeatedly stressed Saka’s value and desire for him…
The United States has seized another tanker in its ongoing effort to enforce sanctions on Venezuela, marking the fifth vessel intercepted in recent weeks as US forces expand their presence in the Caribbean. Targeting the ‘Ghost’ Fleet US Homeland Security Secretary Noem described the tanker, Olina, as part of a “ghost fleet” — ships allegedly disguising their identity to transport embargoed oil. The vessel reportedly departed Venezuela in an attempt to evade US forces before being captured. “The ghost fleets will not outrun justice,” Noem said, emphasizing that vessels using false identities would be held accountable. The Coast Guard led…
US President Donald Trump has ordered the United States to leave dozens of international organisations. Many of the affected bodies work on climate policy and environmental protection. Nearly half of the 66 organisations link to the United Nations. The list includes the Framework Convention on Climate Change, which supports global climate cooperation. The decision also hits organisations focused on development, gender equality, and conflict prevention. The administration has long criticised these areas as ideological or globalist. The White House said these organisations no longer serve American interests and promote hostile agendas. Administration Frames Exit as Defense of Taxpayers Trump signed…
Since late December, Iran has seen a surge in nationwide protests, with human rights groups reporting at least 45 demonstrators killed by security forces. The unrest, originally sparked by economic hardship, has now escalated into a broader challenge to the Islamic Republic’s leadership. Streets Erupt Amid Communications Blackout On Thursday night, residents of Tehran and other cities responded to a call from exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi for mass demonstrations. Witnesses described chanting from both balconies and streets, with slogans including “Death to the dictator!” and “Death to the Islamic Republic!” Some also shouted support for the former monarchy, exclaiming:…
People who stop taking weight-loss injections regain the weight they lost in under two years, according to a major new study. Researchers found weight returned far faster than after diet or exercise-based programmes. The drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, were originally developed to treat diabetes and suppress appetite. The analysis was led by academics at the University of Oxford and published in the BMJ. It reviewed 37 studies involving more than 9,300 participants. On average, people regained weight at a rate of 0.4kg per month after stopping medication. Most returned to their original weight within 1.7 years. Weight regain occurred…
Fresh guidance keeps old themes but shifts emphasis US health officials released new dietary guidelines on Wednesday with familiar advice and sharper priorities. The document reflects goals of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again campaign. It urges Americans to eat more protein and healthy fats. It also calls for limits on ultraprocessed foods and added sugar. Kennedy delivered a blunt message during a White House briefing. He said Americans should eat real food. He framed the guidance as practical and direct. The previous guidelines from 2020 stretched nearly 150 pages. They offered detailed direction across every…
US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will transfer up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States. He tied the move to a US military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro from power. Trump estimated the oil’s value at about $2.8bn. He described the supply as high quality and sanctioned. He shared the announcement 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 support people in Venezuela and the United States. Trump said the US oil industry would restart operations in Venezuela…