Canada’s new fentanyl czar says goal is to totally stop the drug from entering the US
The man appointed by the Canadian government to help stop fentanyl from entering the United States says his goal is to totally eliminate the drug crossing the border
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From pills to new uses, here's what Eli Lilly’s top scientist sees as the future of weight loss drugs
Eli Lilly Chief Scientific Officer Dan Skovronsky spoke to CNBC about obesity pills and more on the future of weight loss.CNBC - 5h -
Why It Is So Difficult to Stop the Flow of Fentanyl Into the U.S.
Stopping fentanyl from entering the United States presents major challenges, raising the question of what Mexico can actually do to meet President Trump’s demands in order to avoid tariffs.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
What to Know About Canada’s Role in the Fentanyl Crisis
Responding to threatened tariffs by President Trump, Canada has unveiled a security plan aimed at tackling the trafficking of fentanyl, which is also killing many Canadians.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
Who will stop Trump and Elon Musk from dismantling the US government?
Trump and Musk are playing fast and loose with presidential and constitutional norms.The Hill - 2d -
Man says he was drugged, robbed and left for dead by woman accused in reporter's death in New Orleans
More than three years before a Louisiana woman was arrested last week in the death of a TV reporter in New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl, a man visiting the city from out of state accused the ...NBC News - Feb. 12 -
What happens to the body when HIV drugs are stopped for millions of people
A generation has passed since the peak in AIDS-related deathsABC News - Feb. 13 -
Watch: Boats rescue residents and pets from flooded homes as storm hits US and Canada
At least 13 people have died after a storm hit south-eastern parts of the US.BBC News - 2d -
Trump says he has directed U.S. Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost
President Donald Trump says he has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of producing the one-cent coin.NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Trump says Canada joining US 'would be greatest thing they could ever do'
President Trump on Sunday argued that if Canada were to join the United States, it would be the greatest thing the neighbors to the north could do. “I love the people of Canada. We have a great ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
Trump would boost ‘proud’ US ice hockey team at Canada game, says GM
North American rivals play each other on Thursday Build-up has been marked by political tension The general manager of the US men’s ice hockey team said he would welcome a visit from Donald ...The Guardian - 1d -
Even Total Haaland cannot stop Manchester City’s continuing nightmare | Barney Ronay
Pep Guardiola had a plan with his Norwegian striker at the centre, but it was no match for Carlo Ancelotti’s aura. Almost, but also, somehow, nowhere near. For Manchester City this was once again ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
Eric Adams Highlights Coordination With Trump’s Border Czar on Fox News
Mayor Eric Adams, appearing alongside the border czar, Tom Homan, said he would work with the Trump administration on immigration as he faces calls to resign over his cooperation.The New York Times - 6d -
Trump enters new chapter with Rupert Murdoch
“Rupert Murdoch is in a class by himself, he’s an amazing guy,” President Trump said of the conservative media magnate, who sat smiling in the Oval Office this week as the newly elected president ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
Call Of Duty's New TMNT Skins Will Cost You $90 To Unlock In Total
The Season 2 Reloaded update is live in Black Ops 6 and Warzone , and while Call of Duty's TMNT crossover event doesn't begin until next week, all four turtles are now available to purchase. ...GameSpot - 2h -
M23 Rebels in Congo Say They Have Entered Bukavu
Last month, M23 rebels backed by Rwanda took the city of Goma in a bloody battle. This weekend, the group entered the gold-trading center of Bukavu in eastern Congo after government soldiers fled.The New York Times - 4d -
US backs Israeli goal of ‘eradicating’ Hamas in Gaza
Secretary of state Marco Rubio’s comments raise concerns over Washington’s commitment to fragile ceasefire dealFinancial Times - 4d -
Mexican president blasts US for harboring drug cartels
Claudia Sheinbaum gives riposte to Trump’s accusation of ‘intolerable alliance’ between Mexican government and gangs. Mexico’s president has accused the US of harboring drug cartels and American ...The Guardian - 6d -
US designates Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups
US move raises fears in region of cross-border American military intervention such as drone strikesFinancial Times - 1d -
FDA approves new genetic disorder drug
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new drug to treat a disorder causing the growth of noncancerous tumors on nerves throughout the body. The federal agency said on Tuesday it ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Russia asked US for Nato withdrawal from eastern Europe, says Romania
Moscow’s demand during Riyadh talks rejected but allies fear Donald Trump could yet allow restoration of former Soviet blocFinancial Times - 8h -
Elon Musk's DOGE entered NOAA headquarters, sources say
Employees from the White House's Department of Government Efficiency have entered the Office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA. CBS News environmental correspondent ...CBS News - Feb. 7 -
US, Canada's brutal clash 'great event for hockey'
Players and coaches across the 4 Nations tournament acknowledged that the clash between Team USA and Team Canada on Saturday was a significant moment for the sport.ESPN - 3d -
Trump says Putin 'wants to stop fighting' in Ukraine
President Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin “wants to stop fighting” and shot down a suggestion that Putin’s ambitions could extend beyond Ukraine’s borders. “I think he wants to stop ...The Hill - 3d -
Russian court orders US citizen suspected of drug smuggling held in custody
A Moscow court has ordered that a U.S. citizen suspected of drug smuggling should be in pre-trial detention for 30 days, the Moscow courts press service saysABC News - 5d -
Russian court orders US citizen suspected of drug smuggling to be held in custody
A Moscow court has ordered a U.S. citizen suspected of drug smuggling held in pre-trial detention for 30 days, the Moscow courts press service said Saturday, days after a Moscow-Washington prisoner ...NBC News - 5d -
Deportation Flights to Venezuela to Begin Within Next 30 Days, Trump Border Czar Says
The assertion by Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, could herald a shift in the relationship between the United States and Venezuela’s autocrat, Nicolás Maduro.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Trump's border czar is 'begging' for money for immigration crackdown, Senate budget chief says
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s “border czar,” Tom Homan, and budget director, Russell Vought, met with Senate Republicans on Tuesday afternoon and pleaded with them to send the ...NBC News - Feb. 11 -
Three biggest surprises from Eagles' Super Bowl domination of Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes totally off the mark
Travis Kelce was also nowhere to be foundCBS Sports - Feb. 10 -
GE Healthcare’s business grows with boost from imaging and diagnostic drug units
The company said it was “pleased with … strong momentum.”MarketWatch - Feb. 13 -
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 -
Could obesity drugs help with alcohol cravings? New study suggests potential
A new study suggests that medications that have transformed the treatment of obesity may also help people drink less alcoholABC News - Feb. 12 -
New graves mark lost generation in drugs-ravaged Scottish town
In just a year and a half, at least eight victims of drug misuse have been buried in Oban's Pennyfuir cemetery.BBC News - 14h -
Parents say off-label drug helped son with autism speak
After 2-year-old Mason Connor was diagnosed with autism, his parents turn to an off-label drug being studied for its potential to help some kids improve their ability to speak. Dr. Celine Gounder ...CBS News - 2d -
Can anyone stop Elon Musk’s hostile takeover of the US government?
The billionaire’s aggressive efficiency drive has critics warning of a constitutional crisis. Allies say he’s just getting startedFinancial Times - Feb. 7 -
Top US Election Security Watchdog Forced to Stop Election Security Work
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has frozen efforts to aid states in securing elections, according to an internal memo viewed by WIRED.Wired - 5d -
Trump says US prices ‘could go up’ as he threatens new tariffs on trade partners
President says US will impose ‘reciprocal’ duties but no new specific tariffs are announced. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump threatened to ramp up his economic assault on some ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
Trump border czar warns New York Mayor Eric Adams not to violate 'agreement' as DOJ orders dismissal of case against him
A top Justice Department official and former defense lawyer for President Donald Trump has seen six top prosecutors quit over Mayor Adams' case.CNBC - 6d
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