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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Biden's Plan: Making Weight Loss Drugs Affordable for Seniors and the Needy

The Biden administration has come up with a new idea to help people who are overweight. They want Medicare and Medicaid to cover the cost of weight loss drugs for people who need them. This would make it much cheaper for people to get these drugs, which can be really expensive right now. Medicare u

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Lose Weight, Drink Less? Surprising Side Effect of Diet Pills

Imagine popping a pill to shed pounds and ending up drinking less. That's what a recent study found out. Researchers discovered that weight loss medications like Ozempic (known for its generic name, semaglutide) and even the older drug metformin reduced alcohol intake in people participating in a We

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Nov 26 2024LIFESTYLE

Lucky Stars: Two Zodiac Signs Shine on November 26, 2024

On November 26, 2024, two zodiac signs are in for a treat. The last Mercury retrograde of the year is bringing them some good luck and meaningful changes. The Sun is in adventurous Sagittarius, and the Moon is in peaceful Libra, making it a great day to let go of old stuff, especially in love and pe

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Nov 26 2024SCIENCE

Space Station Smell Alarm: What's Up With Russia's Supply Ship?

Last week, a weird smell and droplets were found on the International Space Station (ISS) after opening a Russian supply ship. NASA astronaut Don Pettit compared the smell to spray paint. The crew quickly closed the hatch and checked the air. Luckily, the air quality returned to normal the next day.

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' Gets a New Lease on Life with Season 12

Believe it or not, 'Vanderpump Rules' is back for another season! Bravo has just announced that the show will return for its 12th season with a fresh cast. The new season will keep Lisa Vanderpump at the helm, but this time, she'll be surrounded by a new group of friends working at her famous restau

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Safety Concerns: Should Ospreys Stay Grounded?

Three politicians from Massachusetts have asked the Pentagon’s top boss to think about grounding the military’s V-22 Ospreys until safety issues are fixed. These planes, which can fly like both a helicopter and an airplane, have been involved in over 21 major crashes. Many of these accidents are lin

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Soho's Groucho Club Temporarily Shuts Down After Crime Report

Soho's famous Groucho Club, a private members' club with a long history and notable members, has been closed temporarily. The closure comes after a serious crime was reported to have happened on the premises. The Metropolitan Police applied to Westminster City Council to suspend the club's license d

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Adiós to Weather: AMG to Shut Down Spanish-Language Weather Channel by Year's End

Allen Media Group (AMG) has decided to close down The Weather Channel en Español by the end of this year. This move is a part of the company's ongoing cost-cutting measures. Last month, AMG announced that Pattrn, a climate-themed FAST channel, would stop programming next month and retake its roots o

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Nov 26 2024WEATHER

Weather Alert: Boston's Thanksgiving Forecast

Get ready for a soggy Thanksgiving in Boston! Meteorologists are predicting a cold rain throughout the day, with some areas northwest of I-495 expecting a bit of snow. The rain is set to start early in the morning and continue all day, making travel a bit tricky. Higher elevations could see a few in

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Solving the Puzzle: Checking Up on Mix-and-Match Blood Pressure Meds

High blood pressure is a big deal. It can lead to serious health issues. But taking those pills to lower it isn't always easy, especially when you mix and match them. This study is all about coming up with a new way to see how well people are following their free-dose antihypertensive meds. They use

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