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Dow hovers near record territory as Wall Street gets rate-cut fever

Investments and Business

Dow approaches record as Wall Street bets on rate cuts

Peter G. Killigang

The stock market has been experiencing a notable surge, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average nearing all-time highs, propelled by a widespread belief among investors that a series of interest…

Man who asked ChatGPT about cutting out salt from his diet was hospitalized with hallucinations

Health

Man seeking ChatGPT advice on salt intake hospitalized due to hallucinations

Peter G. Killigang

The story of a man who was hospitalized with hallucinations after following dietary advice from an artificial intelligence chatbot has brought the risks of relying on unverified digital sources for…

FDA warns about unapproved thyroid pills — then says it'll 'ensure access' to them

Health

FDA warns about unapproved thyroid pills — then promises to ‘ensure access’ to them

Peter G. Killigang

The recent announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding unapproved thyroid medications has created a complex and, at times, contradictory situation for both patients and healthcare providers. On…

The real reasons why And Just Like That failed to live up to Sex and the City

Culture and Entertainment

And Just Like That vs Sex and the City: The Real Differences

Peter G. Killigang

The eagerly awaited sequel to the cherished show "Sex and the City," known as "And Just Like That," launched with great excitement but ultimately left lots of viewers feeling disappointed.…

Sturgeon book reignites trans row with JK Rowling

Culture and Entertainment

Sturgeon book at center of trans debate with JK Rowling

Peter G. Killigang

The launch of an autobiography by former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has sparked a renewed and deeply divisive debate with author J.K. Rowling regarding transgender rights. This ongoing public…

People moved back to Pompeii after devastating eruption, excavations reveal

Science and Technology

Post-eruption Pompeii: People moved back, excavations confirm

Peter G. Killigang

Recent archaeological findings in Pompeii have revealed a remarkable and previously under-examined aspect of the ancient city’s history: people returned to the site after the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius…

An Irish town makes all the world’s Botox. Trump’s trade deal could leave a mark

International

Ireland’s Botox capital faces uncertainty as Trump’s trade deal looms

Peter G. Killigang

The quaint Irish town of Westport, which serves as the worldwide center for Botox production, is confronting an uncertain future due to a proposed trade agreement from the Trump administration.…

3,000 steps a day at a faster pace may lower cardiovascular risks by 17%

Health

3,000 steps per day at a brisker pace may decrease cardiovascular risks by 17%

Peter G. Killigang

A recent study suggests that incorporating just 3,000 steps a day at a brisk pace could significantly reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. The research highlights the importance of…

GLP-1 microdosing for weight loss: Experts weigh the pros and cons

Health

GLP-1 microdosing for weight loss: Expert review of pros and cons

Peter G. Killigang

A growing trend in the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss involves a practice known as "microdosing." This experimental approach, which entails taking a lower-than-prescribed dose of these…

UK economic growth slows but beats forecasts

Economy

UK economic growth slows but surprises with stronger performance

Peter G. Killigang

The United Kingdom's economy experienced a notable slowdown in the second quarter of the year, although its performance exceeded the expectations of many financial experts. According to official data, the…