Weight loss drug reduced risk of COVID deaths in new study

'Pink cocaine,' the designer drug tied to Liam Payne's death, isn't what it sounds like

'Pink cocaine,' a party drug reportedly found in Liam Payne's system at his time of death, often contains ketamine, MDMA and methamphetamine — but not cocaine.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 22

BBC News job losses aim to save £24m

The proposals will result in a net loss of 155 jobs as the BBC seeks to save money.

Biden to highlight drug price reductions with New Hampshire visit

President Biden is visiting New Hampshire Tuesday to tout his health care achievements and put focus on his policy legacy.

Tips to Reduce Halloween Waste

We’ve got tips to make the holiday more sustainable, and maybe more fun, too.

World - The New York Times - October 22

How losing your sense of smell affects breathing patterns and mental health

Losing or not having your sense of smell may be linked to changes in breathing that could lead to depression, social isolation or other mental health problems, a new study suggests.

Could poor sleep speed up brain aging? Expert weighs in on new study.

Have difficulty falling or staying asleep? New research shows it's associated with signs of sped-up brain aging. Experts explain the risks.

Will teens save the movies? Here's what a surprising new study says about youth and Hollywood

A new UCLA study found that teenagers would prefer to go see a movie on opening weekend above all other forms of entertainment, including sports.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 24

Investigation into Liam Payne's death: New details

New details have emerged in the investigation of former One Direction star Liam Payne's death.

WATCH: Reducing Halloween costume waste

Examining the impact of Halloween costumes on the environment and what people can do to help reduce costume waste.

Clippers open their new home with a tough loss to the Phoenix Suns

The crowd was electric, the arena was packed, but the Clippers still were without Kawhi Leonard and lost in overtime to the Suns.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Trump’s Narrow Loss in New Jersey Signals a Shift to the Right

In New Jersey, Democrats outnumber Republicans and control every branch of government. But Tuesday’s vote reflected a shift to the right.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Caterpillar’s stock falls after new bear calls out ‘mounting risks’ to earnings

Caterpillar’s stock pulled back from a record on Monday, after an analyst’s warning to sell ahead of earnings, citing valuation and signs of growing risks of weakness in the construction business.

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

New cervical cancer treatment regime ‘cuts risk of dying from disease by 40%’

Process tested in patients over 10-year period involves short course of chemotherapy before chemoradiation. Doctors are hailing a “remarkable” new treatment regime for cervical cancer that reduces ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

New rules for US national security agencies balance AI's promise with need to protect against risks

New rules from the White House on the use of artificial intelligence by U.S. national security and spy agencies aim to balance the technology’s promise with the need to protect against its risks

Tech - ABC News - October 24

Scheme to boost French school trips to Britain ‘at risk’ under new UK entry rules

Trade body for France’s travel industry reportedly writes to UK home secretary over concerns for programme’s future. A scheme designed to boost the numbers of French children able to travel to ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Drug companies that violate law would fund medical research under new Democratic legislation

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) have introduced legislation that would require pharmaceutical companies that have entered settlement agreements over violating ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Merck tops earnings estimates on strong demand for Keytruda, new drugs even as HPV vaccine sales fall

The company saw strong sales from its top-selling cancer drug Keytruda, recently launched treatments and its animal health business.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Bristol Myers Squibb tops earnings estimates and hikes outlook, helped by Eliquis and new drugs

The pharmaceutical giant also raised its full-year revenue forecast to an increase of roughly 5%.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Louisiana’s new law on abortion drugs establishes risky treatment delays, lawsuit claims

Louisiana’s new law categorizing two widely used abortion drugs as controlled dangerous substances is being challenged in a state court lawsuit by a physician, a pharmacist, two women who had ...

Health - ABC News - October 31

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Foe of Drug Makers and Regulators, Is Poised to Wield New Power

President-elect Donald Trump has encouraged him to “go wild on health” but has not made clear what role Mr. Kennedy will play.

Health - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Elijah Vue's mother and her boyfriend face new charges in boy's death

Elijah Vue's mother and boyfriend face new charges in the boy's death Wisconsin authorities announced Thursday.

ESPN report finds new accountability for Pat Tillman's death

Tillman's friendly fire death has led to 20 years of trauma for his platoon.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

New Jersey is ready to work with Trump again — or 'fight to the death' if needed

Politics - Politico - 2 days ago

Liberty star Breanna Stewart says her wife received death threat after Game 1 loss to Lynx in WNBA Finals

Stewart said she's working with the league to keep her family safe

Sports - CBS Sports - October 16

C.D.C. Expands Covid Vaccine Recommendations

The agency endorsed additional doses for people at high risk.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Chicago group works to reduce crime and violence in the city

As the presidential election nears, the issue of crime is weighing on the minds of voters. A CBS News poll taken earlier this year found 63% of voters said crime would be a factor in who they vote ...

Curtain call as famed dance hall reduced to rubble

One of Ireland's most famous dance halls is reduced to rubble as locals share their memories.

GSK cuts vaccine sales target on reduced demand

U.K. drugmaker GSK on Wednesday cut its vaccine sales guidance for the year after what it called lower-than-expected demand.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

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