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Ukraine says a missile barrage against Russia's Black Sea Fleet was even more successful than it thought
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Novo Nordisk's $1,000 diabetes drug Ozempic can be made for less than $5 a month, study suggests
Researchers found Novo Nordisk's Ozempic could be manufactured for an estimated 89 cents to $4.73 for a month's supply, figures that include a profit margin.CNBC - Business -
Study: ‘gamechanger’ diabetes drugs cost up to 400 times more than needed
Drug companies urged to ‘release stranglehold’ on medicines such as Ozempic and Trulicity, as millions are priced out of treatment. Drug companies are pricing diabetes medicines at almost 400 times the level necessary to make a profit, according ...The Guardian - World -
Extreme heat at work can double stillbirth risk, India study finds
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Sculpture Doesn’t Get Much Smaller Than This
Lyndon J. Barrois Sr., whose day job is high-tech animation, uses gum wrappers to create detailed portraits of historical figures and athletes in flight.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
‘Dune’-like Sandworm Existed Millions of Years Longer Than Thought
Researchers examined fossils of the predatory worm and found a new species that persisted for 25 million years after it was believed to have become extinct.The New York Times - World -
Obese children twice as likely to develop multiple sclerosis, study suggests
Swedish researchers say inflammation caused by obesity is likely to increase risk of developing conditions such as MS. Children who are obese may face more than double the risk of developing multiple sclerosis as adults, a study suggests.. MS can ...The Guardian - World -
More Studies by Columbia Cancer Researchers Are Retracted
The studies, pulled because of copied data, illustrate the sluggishness of scientific publishers to address serious errors, experts said.The New York Times - Health -
'It's a lot harder than I thought it was going to be': Inside T.J. Oshie's emotional journey to 1,000 NHL games
"It's got to go down as a thousand of the hardest games ever played in the NHL," according to a former teammate. Here's how it all transpired.ESPN - Sports -
Amazon Invests $2.75 Billion More in AI Startup Anthropic
The tech giant’s total stake has grown to $4 billion, its largest investment in another company.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Amazon -
Song lyrics getting simpler, more repetitive, angry and self-obsessed – study
Researchers analysed the words in more than 12,000 English-language songs across several genres from 1980 to 2020. You’re not just getting older. Song lyrics really are becoming simpler and more repetitive, according to a study published on ...The Guardian - World -
Below the Surface, Chick-fil-A's Big Announcement Is Much Deeper Than a Broken Promise
As it breaks a longstanding commitment, cracks in its growth strategy emerge.Inc. - Business -
A Simple New Technique Could Make Your Eggs More Humane
A system that determines the sex of chicks before they hatch eliminates the need to destroy young males.The New York Times - Top stories -
Nigerian pupils taken in mass abduction freed
Gunmen rode through the school in Kuriga in north-western Nigeria seizing children as young as eight.BBC News - Top stories - Nigeria -
England sewage spills more than double in 2023
Environment Agency data shows sewage spilled into England's waterways for over 3.6 million hours last year.BBC News - Top stories -
How Thames Water can avoid nationalisation
Without fresh equity the UK utility would have to slash costs and investment and focus squarely on cash preservationFinancial Times - Business -
Irish AD: Independence 'more valuable than ever'
Notre Dame atheltic director Pete Bevacqua told ESPN on Thursday that his school's independent status in football is "more valuable than ever."ESPN - Sports -
Moderna says new Covid vaccine showed stronger immune response than current shot in study
Moderna's new shot offers the potential of a longer shelf life and is one component of its combination vaccine targeting Covid and the flu.CNBC - Business - Covid -
Trump suggests conviction in hush money case could make him more popular
Former President Trump on Monday brushed off the prospect that a conviction in an upcoming trial over alleged hush money payments could cost him the election in November, suggesting it could actually help him if he’s found guilty. “Well, it could ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Citi’s Jane Fraser tells employees to ‘believe’ while suggesting more job cuts
Fraser said that in the coming weeks, “this final phase of changes will affect the largest number of colleagues at any point during the reorganization.”MarketWatch - Business -
The US must address more than LNG to mitigate climate change
While the Biden administration intended to send a message about addressing climate change, it is important to place the LNG story within the broader emissions context.The Hill - Politics - Climate -
WATCH: Senior dog is adopted after more than 700 days in shelter
Velcro, a 10-year-old dog with arthritis and special needs, was matched with Jeanette Finch-Walton by Austin Pets Alive! "Velcro has adopted me, I didn't adopt him," Finch-Walton said.ABC News - Top stories -
There Are Already More Measles Cases in the US This Year Than All of 2023
The CDC is begging Americans to get vaccinated against measles as cases continue to rise.Wired - Tech -
Kuriga kidnap: Nigerian pupils taken in mass abduction freed
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More than 130 kidnapped children freed in northern Nigeria
Release of pupils snatched in Kaduna state is a boost for Bola Tinubu’s governmentFinancial Times - World - Nigeria -
WeWork co-founder and former CEO Adam Neumann recently offered to buy the bankrupt co-working company for more than $500 million, people with knowledge of the matter said.
WeWork co-founder and former CEO Adam Neumann recently offered to buy the bankrupt co-working company for more than $500 million, people with knowledge of the matter said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Boat Racing and Business Have More in Common Than You Think
From assembling the right crew and understanding what you're up against to prepping the boat and planning for emergencies -- there are surprising parallels to inspire business leaders.Inc. - Business -
More living people honoured with statues last year
It's the first time this century that this has happened, according to charity Art UK.BBC News - Top stories -
Democrats fear Trump more than Biden scares GOP: Poll
More Democrats fear former President Trump being reelected than Republicans fear President Biden’s potential second term, according to a new poll. The poll found 66 percent of Democrats are extremely fearful of another Trump term in the White ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Who Loves Fashion More Than a Vintage Clothing Buff?
Laverne Cox, Anna Sui and other enthusiasts shop at the Sturbridge Show, a gold mine for people who buy and wear exquisite old things.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Blockbuster M&A deals more than double in first quarter
Dealmaking drought left behind as first-quarter transaction values rise 30% with European market standing outFinancial Times - Business -
The Memo: RFK Jr. set to hurt Biden more than Trump — but it’s complicated
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is enjoying a new burst of attention after unveiling his choice of running mate on Tuesday, entrepreneur and lawyer Nicole Shanahan. Shanahan’s wealth — she is the ex-wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin — has already aided ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
German consumers pay more for energy than before Ukraine war
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Black Crowes release new music for the first time in more than a decade
“Happiness Bastards” is the first new studio album in 15 years for the Black Crowes, made up of brothers Chris and Rich Robinson. The duo, who broke up in 2015, got back together in 2020 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album.CBS News - Entertainment -
Wild Bastards Is More Than Just A Void Bastards Western
The spiritual successor to Void Bastards is shaping up to be a clever follow-up to the genre blending roguelite.GameSpot - Tech -
Retirees are more afraid of healthcare than they are of running out of money
Even more scary than running out of money in retirement is paying for healthcare, which can be a major drain on any retiree’s nest egg.MarketWatch - Business -
Who is thought to be behind the Moscow attack?
Islamic State has claimed responsibility and experts say an IS branch – Islamic State Khorasan Province – is prime suspect. Moscow attack – latest updatesFull report: suspects detained as death toll rises after terror attackMoscow concert hall ...The Guardian - World -
FirstFT: Global M&A drought ends as blockbuster deals double in first quarter
Also in today’s newsletter, Sam Bankman-Fried sentencing and the broken market for medicinesFinancial Times - World -
Amazon’s Secret to Unlocking Innovation
Inspire new ideas through the power of yes.Inc. - Business - Amazon -
Bug Zappers Are Swarming on Amazon
Amazon listings for low-cost tech products can send shoppers down a rabbit hole of weird brand names, duplicate listings, and suspect reviews. Data from Fakespot shows bug zappers are ascendant.Wired - Tech