Author: Justin M. Larson

Getty ImagesWeight loss drugs could help turn the tide on obesity – but there are side effectsA study into potential serious side effects of weight loss jabs has been launched after hundreds of people reported problems with their pancreas. The Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Genomics England are asking people on weight loss drugs who have been hospitalised by acute pancreatitis to get in touch.There have been hundreds of reports of acute and chronic pancreatitis from people who have taken drugs such as Mounjaro, Ozempic and Wegovy, although none are confirmed as being caused by the medicines. The…

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Weddings are a symbol of love and unity, but for the ultra-rich, they transform into grand spectacles of unmatched luxury, prestige, and mind-boggling expense. From royal unions watched by billions around the world to private, invitation-only celebrations featuring million-dollar gowns and performances by global superstars, these lavish affairs push the boundaries of extravagance. Whether hosted in palaces, castles, or 27-story mansions, these weddings spare no detail from diamond-studded invitations to billion-dollar price tags. According to Britannica reports, explore some of the most lavish weddings of the 21st century, prepare to be amazed by the sheer scale, celebrity lineups, and fairytale…

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Ben Stokes, England skipper, leads the team on to the field for the second innings during Day Three of the 1st Test (Image by George Wood/Getty Images) England have named pacer Jofra Archer in their squad for the second Test against India, marking a sensational return to the longest format after more than four years. The 30-year-old fast bowler, whose career has been repeatedly disrupted by injuries, last played a Test in February 2021. Archer’s inclusion comes as England look to strengthen their 1-0 lead in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series. The hosts sealed a memorable five-wicket win in the…

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LONDON — U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the country is pulling its support from the vaccines alliance Gavi, saying the organization has “ignored the science” and “lost the public trust.”A video of Kennedy’s speech was shown to participants at a Gavi meeting in Brussels on Wednesday, where the vaccines group was hoping to raise at least $9 billion for the next five years. Gavi is a public-private partnership including WHO, UNICEF, the Gates Foundation and the World Bank. It has paid for more than 1 billion children to be vaccinated through routine immunization programs, saving an estimated…

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“I offer my congratulations on the victory over the fallacious Zionist regime,” a message posted Thursday on Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s X account declared. Another post added the bold claim that Israel’s government “was practically knocked out and crushed under the blows of the Islamic Republic.”In a recorded video address to his nation — his first public remarks since the U.S.-brokered ceasefire with Israel took effect on Tuesday — Khamenei went further, suggesting a “large number of military and other targets” in Israel had been targeted by Iran’s missiles. They may have been targeted, but in reality, Iran’s…

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FOX Business correspondent Madison Alworth tests out the Meta Oakley smart glasses that include photo, video and almost real-time language translation on ‘Making Money.’ Two artificial intelligence development companies won in court this week against book authors’ copyright lawsuits. Two federal judges in San Francisco ruled that Anthropic and Meta may use books without permission to train its artificial intelligence systems.On Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria sided with Meta Platforms, telling authors that they did not present enough evidence that Meta’s AI would dilute the market for their work to be sufficient for a copyright infringement case. “This ruling…

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Karisma Kapoor, celebrating her 51st birthday, expressed gratitude for the support she received following the death of her ex-husband, Sunjay Kapur, who passed away on June 12 due to a heart attack during a polo match. Kareena Kapoor shared a touching birthday tribute to her sister, acknowledging the difficult year they’ve faced together and highlighting Karisma’s strength. Karisma Kapoor marked her 51st birthday with a quiet moment of gratitude, breaking her silence for the first time since the untimely death of her ex-husband, Sunjay Kapur. In a heartfelt note shared on social media, the actor thanked fans and friends for…

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Sonam stepped out in an all-white traditional outfit that’s equal parts elegant and eye-catching. Her voluminous A-line kurta came with three-quarter sleeves and a slit neckline. What really stole the show was the intricate multicoloured floral embroidery across the chest, sleeves, and wrists – giving serious handcrafted vibes.She paired it with a straight salwar that matched perfectly. The pants were also dotted with colourful floral motifs and featured a chic geometric border at the hem, echoing the kurta’s design details. Source link

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India in England (Photo Credit: TimesofIndia.com) TimesofIndia.com in Birmingham: The Indian cricket team left for Birmingham from Leeds in a bus on June 25. The entire squad and members of the support staff boarded the coach which was going to cover the around three-hour journey to India’s next destination in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Plenty of players travelled with their own pillows for the road trip. KL Rahul took this up a notch with a foldable mattress in the luggage compartment.Upon prodding, it became evident that the batter prefers to carry his own mattress for uniformity in sleep. Are there some…

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CBS News Live CBS News 24/7 Live Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the top U.S. military officer, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, are holding a press conference Thursday to discuss the strikes on Iran as the Trump administration has been defending the impact of those strikes.President Trump announced the press conference on Wednesday night, saying Hegseth and “military representatives” would discuss the U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. An initial assessment suggested the operation potentially only set back Iran’s nuclear program by a matter of months. The initial assessment was conducted by the Defense Intelligence Agency, and…

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Head coach Dusty May and players of the Michigan Wolverines celebrate after defeating the Wisconsin Badgers in the Big Ten men’s basketball tournament championship game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 16, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Aaron J. Thornton | Getty ImagesGlobal payment company PayPal announced on Thursday that it has inked a deal with the Big Ten and Big 12 conferences to allow student-athletes to receive compensation through the fintech company’s platform.The announcement comes just weeks after a court settlement in the House v. NCAA case, which dramatically shifts the college sports landscape by allowing schools to compensate student-athletes for…

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The grand screening of the movie ahead of its re-release is going to be a star-studded affair with several celebs in attendace and walking the red carpet. As per a report by Bollywood Hungama, one can expect actors like Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Ayushmann Khurrana, Kriti Sanon, Dimple Kapadia, Helen, Shabana Azmi, Anil Kapoor, Rakesh Roshan, A R Rahman, Suniel Shetty, Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal, Tabu, Jackie Shroff, Arbaaz Khan, Sohail Khan, Boney Kapoor, Vijay Varma, Vedang Raina and others, to grace the screening. This screening will take place at PVR Maison, Jio World Drive, BKCRecently,…

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Drinking a variety of alcoholic beverages can lead to consuming too much alcohol. It all comes down to how quickly our body processes alcohol through the liver. Mixing different types of alcohol (e.g., beer and liquor) can make it harder to track how much we’ve consumed, increasing the likelihood of drinking too much and possibly feeling sick.When we drink liquor before beer, we may feel its effects sooner because liquor has a higher concentration of alcohol. On the other hand, drinking beer before liquor can impair our judgment, causing us to drink more than we intended, especially in social settings.…

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‘Sky Belongs To No One’: Shashi Tharoor’s Cryptic Post After Cong Prez Kharge’s ‘Modi First’ JibeCongress MP Shashi Tharoor posted a cryptic message on X—“Don’t ask permission to fly… The wings are yours. And the sky belongs to no one”—shortly after Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge appeared to take a veiled swipe at him, saying, “For us, the nation comes first… some think otherwise.” The remarks follow Tharoor’s recent op-ed praising Prime Minister Modi’s diplomatic role during Operation Sindoor, calling him a “prime asset of India.” Though Tharoor later clarified his comments referred to India’s outreach success, tensions remain. The rift…

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British oil giant Shell on Thursday said it has “no intention” of making an offer for its embattled domestic rival BP , further distancing itself from reports of a blockbuster takeover . It comes shortly after the Wall Street Journal reported late Wednesday that Shell was in early-stage talks to acquire BP in a deal valued near $80 billion. Shell swiftly denied talks were taking place and re-emphasized its commitment to focus on capital discipline. A spokesperson at BP declined to comment. BP has been thrust into the spotlight as a prime takeover candidate , following a protracted period of…

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