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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Sleep Apnoea Treatment Gets New Drug Approval

Big news! The US Food and Drug Administration has given the go-ahead for Eli Lilly's new drug, Zepbound, to treat adults with both sleep apnoea and obesity. This could be a game-changer for the company, as it looks to expand its successful weight-loss drug business. The drug was shown to significant

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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

Why Does the Big Ten Get So Much Love?

ESPN's Sean McDonough raised some eyebrows recently when he questioned if Indiana should have made the College Football Playoff. Despite a strong season, Indiana didn't face many tough teams. McDonough wondered if their inclusion was more about being in the Big Ten. His partner, Greg McElroy, agreed

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Dec 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet the New Faces in Sonic the Hedgehog 3's Post-Credits Scene

Sonic the Hedgehog 3's post-credits scene introduced two exciting new characters: Shadow the Hedgehog and Metal Sonic. Director Jeff Fowler shared that these characters were chosen to shake things up in the franchise. Shadow, voiced by Keanu Reeves, is a beloved anti-hero from the games. Metal Sonic

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Dec 21 2024RELIGION

Pope Skips Outdoor Service Due to Cold, Busy Week Ahead

Pope Francis is under the weather with a cold, causing him to skip his usual outdoor Sunday blessing. The Vatican announced this change due to the chilly temperatures and the Pope's packed schedule for the upcoming Christmas celebrations. At 88, Pope Francis has had a history of health issues, inclu

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

New Pain Solution for Surgeries: A Phase 3 Trial

Imagine having an operation and waking up with less pain and needing fewer strong painkillers. That's what VVZ-149, a new type of pain-blocking drug, aims to do. This small molecule targets two key components in our pain system – the glycine transporter type 2 and the serotonin receptor 5-HT2A. Re

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Dec 21 2024CELEBRITIES

Quavo's Farm Fresh Aid: Feeding Atlanta's Families

Quavo and his team at Quavo Cares hosted their second Huncho Farms event in Atlanta, partnering with the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the city council. This year, they aimed to support seniors raising grandchildren in food-scarce communities. The event was like a big market, with tents filled wit

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Assisted Suicide: A Growing Trend and Its Consequences

Assisted suicide has become legal in several places around the world. In the United States, eight states and Washington, DC, allow this practice for their residents. Oregon was the first state to legalize it back in 1997. Since then, about 8, 700 Americans have chosen to end their lives with medical

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

The Hidden Cost of Voting by Mail

Have you ever wondered what happens to votes that don't make it to the ballot box? With the increase in mail-in voting, there's a growing concern about "lost votes by mail. " These are votes that never get counted due to procedural issues. Let's break down how these problems can eat away at the voti

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

What to Expect from Trump’s Energy Shifts

President-elect Donald Trump’s energy policy, often summarized as “drill, baby, drill, ” is expected to get more complex. His cabinet picks, including Doug Burgum for Interior Secretary and Chris Wright, a natural gas fracking CEO, hint that fossil fuels will be the focus. Both have experience with

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

Picking the Perfect Website Builder for Your Small Business

Want to launch your small business online? Choosing the right website builder is key. Let's dive into what you need to know. First, think about hosting. Shared hosting stores multiple sites on one server, keeping costs low. It's great if you're on a tight budget. Cloud hosting, on the other hand, u

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