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Danish researchers analyzed data from over 77,000 adults taking anti-obesity medications without diabetes. They discovered that 52 percent stopped within one year. Eighteen percent quit within three months, 31 percent within six months, and 42 percent after nine months. Patients under 30 quit 48 percent more than adults aged 45 to 59. People living in low-income areas stopped 14 percent more often than those in wealthier neighborhoods. Men showed higher dropout rates than women. GLP-1 Medications Require Long-Term Commitment Ozempic and Wegovy, part of the GLP-1 receptor agonist class, mimic a hormone that reduces appetite. Researchers warned that patients often…
Trump links action to energy imports US President Donald Trump said he is ready to impose tougher sanctions on Russia. But he made clear that Nato countries must first stop importing Russian oil. On his Truth Social platform, he wrote he was “ready for major sanctions on Russia” once Nato states had “agreed and started to do the same.” Trump has often warned of harsher measures against Moscow. Yet he has taken no steps when the Kremlin ignored his threats. He called the purchase of Russian oil “shocking.” He also urged Nato to impose tariffs of 50 to 100 percent…
Fitch Ratings has cut France’s credit rating from AA- to A+, citing political instability and worsening public finances, a move that intensifies pressure on President Emmanuel Macron and new Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu. The downgrade follows months of political upheaval, including the ousting of former Prime Minister François Bayrou after his austerity-driven budget failed to win parliamentary support. Fitch warned that France’s debt, already at 113.2% of GDP in 2024, could rise to 121% by 2027, with little chance of stabilisation before the 2027 presidential elections. The agency expressed doubts about the government’s ability to reduce the deficit below 3%…
Warsaw, September 13, 2025 — Poland has deployed around 40,000 soldiers to its eastern border in response to the commencement of Zapad-2025, a large-scale joint exercise by Russia and Belarus. The drills, taking place near NATO’s frontier, have led Warsaw to implement heightened security measures. Border Closures in Effect The government announced that several road and rail crossings with Belarus will be closed from midnight. Officials said the restrictions are a precaution to safeguard the nation while the exercises are underway, characterizing the maneuvers as an assertive demonstration of military capability by Moscow and Minsk. Objectives of Zapad-2025 Belarusian and…
The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution backing an independent Palestinian state and a two-state solution. The resolution condemns Hamas’s October 7 attack on southern Israel and Israel’s siege and starvation policies in Gaza. Widespread International Support Out of 193 member states, 142 voted in favor, 10 opposed, and 12 abstained from the New York Declaration. France and Saudi Arabia presented the resolution, calling for Palestinian Authority control over all Palestinian territories. Hamas Disarmament and Hostage Release The declaration orders Hamas to end its rule in Gaza, surrender weapons, and release all hostages immediately. The Palestinian Authority must assume…
Seven firms under scrutiny Seven technology firms face a US investigation into how their artificial intelligence chatbots interact with children. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) demands details about safety measures and how the companies make money from these tools. The debate on children and AI grows louder. Many experts warn that young people remain highly vulnerable. Chatbots can mimic emotions and act like friends, blurring the line between real and artificial companionship. The inquiry targets Alphabet, OpenAI, Character.ai, Snap, XAI, Meta and Instagram. Each company has been asked to respond. FTC wants answers FTC chairman Andrew Ferguson said the probe…
AstraZeneca has halted a £200m expansion of its Cambridge research site, part of a £650m UK investment plan.The project was expected to create 1,000 jobs, but follows the scrapping of a £450m facility in Merseyside.A company spokesperson confirmed the pause, saying AstraZeneca continually reassesses its investment needs.While UK plans stall, AstraZeneca pledged $50bn US investment by 2030, including new facilities in multiple states.The pause caps a week of bad news for UK pharmaceuticals, including Merck cancelling a £1bn London research hub.Industry leaders warn major companies may stop investing in Britain without stronger government support.Sanofi and Eli Lilly also paused UK…
Police captured the suspect who fatally shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, President Donald Trump confirmed Friday. Trump told Fox News he learned about the arrest minutes before the broadcast and said authorities held the suspect securely. A source close to the alleged gunman revealed the suspect’s location, aiding law enforcement in making the arrest. Video Evidence Tracks Suspect’s Escape FBI and Utah police released video Thursday showing the suspect fleeing after shooting Kirk on campus. Utah Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason said public tips provided crucial leads during the ongoing manhunt since Wednesday. The footage shows the suspect…
A sweeping immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia will delay its launch by at least two months. The company confirmed the setback after hundreds of foreign workers were taken into custody. raid fuels diplomatic fallout The raid has strained relations between the United States and South Korea. A large share of the detained workers came from South Korea. President Yoon warned the incident could deter foreign companies from investing in the United States. South Korean officials explained that many workers were sent temporarily to help start operations at the new plant. Hyundai chief executive José Muñoz told American…
Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Jair Bolsonaro of orchestrating a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election. Three of five justices found Bolsonaro guilty on five counts, while one justice voted for acquittal and one vote remains. Justice Cármen Lúcia cast the latest conviction vote, following Justice Luiz Fux’s decision to acquit the former president. The court will determine Bolsonaro’s sentence once all justices vote, potentially imposing decades in prison. The 70-year-old ex-president remains under house arrest for violating a ban on political messaging. Political Divisions and International Tensions The ruling has deepened Brazil’s political divide and may trigger a reaction…