An Effective Treatment for Opioid Addiction Exists. Why Isn’t It Used More?
A drug called buprenorphine may be the best tool doctors have to fight the fentanyl crisis. Why hasn’t it been more widely adopted?
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Why is Trump using tariffs and when will they take effect?
Tariffs are a central part of Trump's political vision, but economists warn they could put prices up.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
New treatments are needed for alcohol addiction. Are drugs like Ozempic the answer?
There's growing evidence to suggest that GLP-1 drugs, which include Ozempic's semaglutide, may be useful for treating alcohol use disorder.NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Coca-Cola may use more plastic if Trump aluminum tariff takes effect
Soda prices could rise, too, if packaging costs increase under President Trump's tariffs.CBS News - Feb. 11 -
China's tit-for-tat tariffs on US take effect
Beijing's move comes after President Donald Trump imposed a 10% levy on goods imported from China.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
Black expats share why they're happier living outside the U.S.: I get to 'exist in peace'
Many Black Americans experience racism at home in the U.S. Moving abroad has been a respite for these three expats.CNBC - 5d -
Climate Change means more lake effect snow for some first responders
While the planet warms due to climate change, some places might actually get more snow. Scott MacFarlane reports from Lowville, New York, where first responders adapt to heavier lake effect snow.CBS News - 6d -
I was with Salman Rushdie when he was stabbed. The ‘reader effect’ saved us
Reading fiction fosters empathy in a polarized world. I’ve learned how arts organizations can do the same. On 12 August 2022, I was about to begin interviewing Salman Rushdie at the Chautauqua ...The Guardian - 4d -
Coca-Cola says it will sell more soda in plastic bottles if aluminum tariffs take effect
Coca-Cola can also find domestic aluminum sources and increase the price for customers, CEO James Quincey said.CNBC - Feb. 11 -
Less supervision, better results: Study shows AI models generalize more effectively on their own
Training LLMs and VLMs through reinforcement learning delivers better results than using hand-crafted examples.VentureBeat - Feb. 12 -
‘Less Star Wars – more Blade Runner’: the making of Mass Effect 2’s Bafta-nominated soundtrack
A blind audition, a fruitful collaboration, a tense creative fallout: composer Jack Wall’s journey through the Mass Effect universe was as epic as the player’s. Mass Effect is some of the best ...The Guardian - 5d -
Trump to announce 25% aluminium and steel tariffs as China’s levies against US come into effect
US president accused of ‘shifting goalposts’ by premier of Ontario for adding further tariffs on top of existing metal duties, as China’s fossil fuel levies come into force. Donald Trump has said ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Why don't Europeans buy more American cars?
Trump wants US vehicles to be more popular in Europe, but it's a difficult market for them to crack.BBC News - 5d -
NFL goalposts aren’t where they used to be: Here's why
Like many things in the NFL, the goalposts have evolved over time.The Hill - Feb. 8 -
Why AI should be a hallmark of US foreign assistance
AI is the key to winning friends and influencing countries in the 21st century.The Hill - 1d -
My Favorite Argument for the Existence of God
We, ourselves, are part of the proof.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
If the UK has more renewable energy, why aren't bills coming down?
The government has pledged to reduce energy bills by using more renewables, but bills are currently rising.BBC News - Feb. 7 -
Why more young men in Germany are turning to the far right
The far right here and elsewhere in Europe attracts an increasing number of young people, particularly men.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
Why the options market is hotter than ever and could be on track for more records
Options trading volume hit a fresh record in January as nearly 1.2 billion contracts changed hands, according to data from Cboe Global Markets.MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
Why U.S. Consumer Prices Increased More Than Expected in January
Businesses may have raised prices in anticipation of new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.Inc. - Feb. 12 -
Here’s why you’ll likely pay more for Valentine’s Day chocolates this year
If you’re about to head to the store to buy chocolates for your valentine, be prepared to shell out more than you did last year as candy makers continue to deal with the high cost of cocoa.MarketWatch - 6d -
Why Dikembe Mutombo was 'more than a superstar' to the NBA, the DRC and Africa
On Saturday, the NBA unveiled a new award named for Mutombo, who died of brain cancer last yearCBS Sports - 4d -
Why firings at Diplomatic Security Service could make the world more dangerous
The Diplomatic Security Service has not been exempted, as have other agencies, from the administration's downsizing plans.ABC News - 19h -
I was fired for insisting that transgender people exist
We all have a stake in rolling back this cruel assault on trans people and on fundamental principles of civil rights.The Hill - Feb. 11 -
Why US tariffs only compound the EU steel industry’s existential woes
Also in this newsletter: Poland’s very own deregulation supremoFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Why Soccer Players Are Changing the Way They Use Social Media
Twitter, now X, used to be the go-to place for players to have their say, but the landscape is evolving fast.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Ukraine offers rare earth deal to Trump for more US military aid
Ukraine has offered to strike a deal with U.S. President Donald Trump for continued American military aid in exchange for developing Ukraine’s mineral industryABC News - Feb. 11 -
Taiwan pledges to communicate and invest more in the US after Trump tariff threats
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te says he will communicate more with the U.S. over President Donald Trump’s concerns over the chip industry and invest more in the U.S. Trump said Thursday that Taiwan ...ABC News - 5d -
FDA's approval of non-opioid pain pill could be game-changer
The Federal Drug Administration last month approved Journavx, a new kind of non-addictive pain medication. Doctors say Journavx is an important alternative because the power of opioids helped fuel ...CBS News - 5d -
What to Know About Buprenorphine, Which Could Help Fight Opioid Crisis?
This medicine may be one of the best tools doctors have to fight the fentanyl crisis.The New York Times - 2d -
Online searches for gambling addiction surge as sports betting expands, study finds
The study analyzed search queries mentioning gambling, addiction, addict, anonymous or hotline — such as gambling addiction hotline — from January 2016 through June 2024.CBS News - 2d -
Are Super Bowl champion Eagles the NFL's next dynasty? Why Philadelphia could be poised for even more success
The Birds absolutely crushed the reigning champion Chiefs on SundayCBS Sports - Feb. 10 -
Leland Vittert readies his show's move to prime time on NewsNation: We can delve 'more into the "why"'
He's making the move to prime time, but Leland Vittert says his approach as anchor of NewsNation's "On Balance" is staying the same: "We're still going to be the fairest show on television." "We ...The Hill - Feb. 10 -
Why Small Businesses May Absorb the Costs of Ending the Penny More Than Others
How would businesses be affected by Trump’s order to stop making cents?Inc. - Feb. 11 -
Trump’s tariffs could make international stocks more attractive than U.S. investments. Here’s why.
U.S. investors are looking abroad in pursuit of higher stock-market returns.MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
Cancer patients not getting right treatment, say doctors
Experts highlight particular problems with prostate, kidney and colon cancer in England and Wales.BBC News - 1d -
Noem says Trump should 'get rid of FEMA the way it exists today'
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she wants President Trump to “get rid” of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as it exists today. Noem joined CNN’s “State of the Union” on ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
‘Why can’t it be us?’: Exeter target FA Cup shock and fly fan-ownership flag
League One side with rich cup history are proud to be doing it their own way before Nottingham Forest’s visit. A Tottenham team of Hoddle, Ardiles and Archibald were the opponents that stopped ...The Guardian - Feb. 11 -
The Last Of Us Season 2 Release Window, Cast, And Why Creators Think Fans Will Be Furious
HBO's hit TV drama based on the video game is coming back–here's what we know. HBO's popular post-apocalyptic TV series The Last of Us was a ratings juggernaut, and it's coming back for a ...GameSpot - Feb. 12 -
Tee Higgins contract: Why Bengals would prefer to avoid using franchise tag on WR for second straight year
Cincy would reportedly consider tagging Higgins again if no deal is reached before the March 4 deadlineCBS Sports - 1d
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Scientists Describe Rare Syndrome Following Covid Vaccinations
In a small study, patients with the syndrome were more likely to experience reactivation of Epstein-Barr virus and high levels of a coronavirus protein.The New York Times - 16h -
FDA’s Food Safety Chief Resigns
The chief said the loss of critical employees overseeing the nation’s food supply made his work impossible. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nation’s new health secretary, has pledged to gut the division.The New York Times - 1d -
An Invisible Medical Shortage: Oxygen
Oxygen is vital to many medical procedures. But a safe, affordable supply is severely lacking around the world, according to a new report.The New York Times - 2d -
NIH Research Grants Lag Behind Last Year’s by $1 Billion
After weeks of disruption to scientific federal grants, the National Institutes of Health has fallen behind in funding research into treatments for deadly diseases.The New York Times - 1d -
Woman Who Gave Birth to Another Couple’s Baby Sues I.V.F. Clinic
The woman, a Georgia resident, lost custody of the child she had carried. The in vitro fertilization clinic, Coastal Fertility Specialists, apologized for “an embryo transfer mix-up.”The New York Times - 7h
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Woman Who Gave Birth to Another Couple’s Baby Sues I.V.F. Clinic
The woman, a Georgia resident, lost custody of the child she had carried. The in vitro fertilization clinic, Coastal Fertility Specialists, apologized for “an embryo transfer mix-up.”The New York Times - 7h -
Here's the Extent of the Fallout From Trump's HHS Purge
This is a MedPage Today story. Thousands of employees of federal health agencies have been let go in a chaotic and slow-rolling Trump administration purge over the holiday weekend. While the ...ABC News - 11h -
No pain, no gain? Hardly. This year's fitness buzzword is 'recovery'
There was a time not long ago that the exercise mantra in gyms was “no pain, no gain.”ABC News - 14h -
Scientists Describe Rare Syndrome Following Covid Vaccinations
In a small study, patients with the syndrome were more likely to experience reactivation of Epstein-Barr virus and high levels of a coronavirus protein.The New York Times - 16h -
Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it's not easy to do
A push to ban sugary drinks, candy and more from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program may soon get a boost from new Trump Administration officialsABC News - 16h