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Weight loss jabs could slash the reliability of cancer scans putting people at risk of misdiagnosis, concerning research suggests

Weight loss jabs could slash the reliability of cancer scans putting people at risk of misdiagnosis, concerning research suggests

Game-changing weight loss jabs relied on by millions of slimmers and diabetics could cause certain cancer scans to be less effective, experts have suggested. The drugs, which include Mounjaro and Wegovy, have ushered in a new era in the battle against obesity, helping dieters shed up to a fifth of their bodyweight.  But, British researchers who assessed PET-CT scans—which help …

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Robin Williams’ daughter pleads for people to stop sending AI videos of her dad

Robin Williams’ daughter pleads for people to stop sending AI videos of her dad

Emma Saunders and Helen BushbyCulture reporters Getty Images Robin and Zelda Williams, pictured in 2011 Zelda Williams, the daughter of Robin Williams, has asked people to stop sending her AI-generated videos of her father, the celebrated US actor and comic who died in 2014. “Please, just stop sending me AI videos of Dad,” Zelda Williams posted on her Instagram stories. …

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A tree dating back to the era of dinosaurs bears fruit for the first time, in the garden of two lucky retired English people.

A tree dating back to the era of dinosaurs bears fruit for the first time, in the garden of two lucky retired English people.

In the quiet village of Wichenford, England, an extraordinary botanical event has captured the attention of scientists worldwide. Pamela and Alistair Thompson, two retired British gardeners, have witnessed their Wollemi pine produce fertile cones for the first time – a species that flourished alongside dinosaurs over 90 million years ago. This remarkable achievement represents more than just successful gardening; it marks a …

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Daniel Day-Lewis is cross that people equate method acting with ‘behaving like a lunatic’. That’s exactly why we love it | Film

Daniel Day-Lewis is cross that people equate method acting with ‘behaving like a lunatic’. That’s exactly why we love it | Film

It has been a while since anyone saw or heard from Daniel Day-Lewis. After he issued the statement “Daniel Day-Lewis will no longer be working as an actor,” in 2017 before the release of The Phantom Thread, the man quietly faded from view. However, in his absence, it’s fair to say that his legend grew somewhat. Largely, this legend revolved …

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People with restless leg syndrome may face higher risk of Parkinson’s, concerning study finds

People with restless leg syndrome may face higher risk of Parkinson’s, concerning study finds

People who suffer from agonising restless leg syndrome may be at greater risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, concerning research has suggested.  The condition, which affects up to 10 per cent of the population and is more common in women, causes an unpleasant ‘crawling’ sensation in the legs, mostly at night, and an almost irresistible urge to move. In those worst affected, …

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Taylor Swift Fans Need To Buy Four More Versions Of “The Life Of A Showgirl” If They Want To Hear Seven Acoustic Songs And A Voice Note, And People Have Had Enough

Taylor Swift Fans Need To Buy Four More Versions Of “The Life Of A Showgirl” If They Want To Hear Seven Acoustic Songs And A Voice Note, And People Have Had Enough

As you probably know, Taylor Swift released her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl, on Friday, and as you also may have noticed, it has received… A lukewarm response, to say the least. Emma Mcintyre / Getty Images In fact, even Taylor’s biggest fans were left underwhelmed by the 12-track record, with one viral tweet that was posted just …

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Boston police cruiser torched during “large-scale vehicle takeover” involving 100+ people

Boston police cruiser torched during “large-scale vehicle takeover” involving 100+ people

Two men are due in court Monday after a Boston Police Department cruiser was torched during what police described as a “large-scale vehicle takeover” early Sunday morning. A similar incident was reported in nearby Randolph, Massachusetts. The Boston incident happened just after 2 a.m. in the area of Mass. Ave. and Tremont Street. Boston police said that when officers arrived …

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People in Their 80s Starting Businesses, Can’t Get Hired Elsewhere

People in Their 80s Starting Businesses, Can’t Get Hired Elsewhere

Ina Harris, 82, believes that starting a business is the only way she can earn enough to pay her bills. For years, Harris rotated through three-month stints as a direct care professional in the homes of clients who needed help recovering from surgery or managing chronic health conditions. The pay wasn’t stellar, but the work was consistent and gave her …

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