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Obesity needs new definition beyond BMI, says global report
There is a risk too many people are being diagnosed as obese, with weight-loss drugs in high demand.BBC News - 5h -
Obesity wouldn't be solely defined by BMI under global experts' new plan
A group of global experts is proposing a new way to define and diagnose obesity, reducing the emphasis on the controversial body mass index and hoping to better identify people who need treatment ...NBC News - 18h -
The 10 rules of friendship: show up, go beyond banter, learn the boring details
Writers, therapists and academics give advice on how to make, and strengthen, meaningful bonds with mates and friends. Emma Reed Turrell , psychotherapist, author and host of the podcast ...The Guardian - 3d -
Beyond Trudeau: Canada's political future
After the PM's resignation, polls predict a shift to the rightBBC News - Jan. 8 -
UK officials recommend probe into Houchen’s Teesworks project
Regeneration scheme should be investigated over value-for-money concerns, deputy prime minister Angela Rayner toldFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Meta to get rid of factcheckers and recommend more political content
Mark Zuckerberg says company will ‘dramatically reduce censorship’ across Facebook, Instagram and Threads. Meta will get rid of factcheckers, “dramatically reduce the amount of censorship” and ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
New York City set to implement controversial plan to reduce traffic with congestion pricing
Beginning Sunday, New York City will implement a first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan designed to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements. Ali Bauman has more details.CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Syria's New Islamic Government Creates Controversy With Education Overhaul
Documents released this week by the new government in Syria spur concerns about whether it will seek to impose a conservative Islamic worldview.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 4 -
How New Orleans' security measures failed to prevent a vehicle attack, experts say
New Orleans has 700-pound steel barriers but did not put them on Bourbon Street until a day after the attack, which the lieutenant governor called “a complete failure of responsibility.”NBC News - Jan. 4 -
Kohli & Smith in catch controversy
Australia's Steve Smith claims a catch that would have dismissed Virat Kohli first ball, but the officials rule in favour of the Indian batter on day one of the fifth Test.BBC News - Jan. 3
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Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal reached
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Los Angeles wildfires spark first lawsuits against utilities
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Impeached South Korean president detained after martial law order
Yoon Suk Yeol, the impeached president of South Korea, was detained Wednesday, one day after a hearing was held to remove him from office. He was taken from his official residence in a convoy of ...CBS News - 25m -
How lawmakers are reacting to the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) reacted to the news of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal while he was testifying at his Senate confirmation hearing for the secretary of state post. ...CBS News - 32m -
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Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal reached
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.CBS News - 6m -
Los Angeles wildfires spark first lawsuits against utilities
As deadly wildfires continue to burn in Los Angeles, allegations of blame are being made on behalf of victims.CBS News - 8m -
WATCH: LA cat cafe offers free cuddle sessions for anyone impacted by fires
"Our 15-minute sessions are for anyone who wants to hang out with the kitties. We know that the fire has been very stressful," said Haley Collins, lead host at Crumbs & Whiskers.ABC News - 12m -
FDA bans Red No. 3, artificial dye used in beverages, candy and other foods
The FDA said Wednesday it’s banning the use of Red No. 3, a synthetic dye that has been linked to behavioral problems in children and cancer in animals.NBC News - 15m -
Elderly couple battles flames, saves their home from the LA fires
Instead of evacuating, Susan Salser, 85, and her husband, Winston Salser, 86, decided to stay planted and protect their Pacific Palisades home from the blazing inferno.ABC News - 17m