New weight loss pill more effective than Ozempic: Novo Nordisk
An experimental new weight loss pill from Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk could be twice as effective as its blockbuster Ozempic and Wegovy jabs, early results from a small trial have suggested, sending the firm's shares soaring.
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Indonesian airline pilots fell asleep mid-flight: safety agency
The Indonesian air safety agency has called for better pilot fatigue monitoring mechanisms, after an investigation revealed that both pilots of a commercial aircraft had recently fallen asleep in-flight.
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Israel winger Abada leaves Celtic for MLS side Charlotte
Israel winger Liel Abada has moved from Celtic to Major League Soccer club Charlotte after coming under pressure from compatriots to quit the Scottish Premiership following displays of support for the Palestinian people among some fans.
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Polish women 'betrayed' by slow pace of abortion reforms
An unprecedented mobilisation among women brought a liberal alliance to power in Poland, raising hopes that one of Europe's strictest abortion laws would be scrapped. But now they feel betrayed.
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Former PM blasts 'insidious sexism' in French politics
Elisabeth Borne, the second woman to serve as prime minister of France, on Friday denounced the "insidious sexism" that she said still permeated French politics.
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Plans gather pace for Gaza maritime aid corridor
The United States plans gathered pace on Friday to get aid by sea into Gaza, where the UN has repeatedly warned of famine and Israel has been accused of limiting aid as it battles Hamas militants.
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France's Galthie rings the changes for Wales Six Nations trip
France head coach Fabien Galthie announced on Friday eight changes for his team for this weekend's Six Nations trip to Wales in round four of the competition.
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Julian Savea bags record 61st Super Rugby try to surpass Folau
Former All Blacks winger Julian Savea scored a record 61st Super Rugby try on Friday to surpass Australia's Israel Folau as his Moana Pasifika side crashed 29-23 to the Melbourne Rebels.
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No May election: ex-UK PM joins Tory MPs quitting before vote
Former prime minister Theresa May announced on Friday she will stand down as an MP at the next election, adding to a growing list from the UK's ruling Conservatives to abandon leader Rishi Sunak.
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For 'difficult' creator, 'Dragon Ball' success provided acceptance
Akira Toriyama was already famous to comic fans in the early 1980s with "Dr. Slump" but he won manga immortality with the global sensation and Japanese success story that is "Dragon Ball".
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