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A new oral drug, orforglipron, helped patients lose up to 8% of body weight in one year.The pill also reduced blood sugar more than oral semaglutide. Researchers tested over 1,500 adults with type 2 diabetes across five countries.Participants took daily doses of either treatment for twelve months. Orforglipron activates GLP-1 receptors, slows digestion, and lowers appetite.Patients can take it without fasting, which simplifies daily use. More patients stopped the new drug because of stomach-related side effects.However, experts see strong potential for an easier, cheaper alternative to injections. Regulators still review the medication.Long-term safety and cardiovascular benefits remain uncertain. Specialists expect…

De Niro Sounds Alarm on Trump Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro has once again spoken out against Donald Trump, warning that the president “will never leave” office and urging Americans to take action at the ballot box. Appearing on MS NOW and at a National Press Club event called “State of the Swamp,” De Niro described the country as being run by “a handful of dishonest and greedy and cruel authoritarians” and said he felt “betrayed by my country.” Trump Fires Back on Social Media Trump responded angrily on Truth Social, targeting De Niro as well as Democratic Representatives Ilhan…

Aston Martin will cut up to 20% of its workforce as it tries to save about £40m. The move could affect around 500 employees. The luxury carmaker had already removed 170 roles at the start of 2025. It said the new reductions are part of a wider restructuring plan. The company wants a leaner organisation for future growth. The announcement came with its latest financial results. Pre-tax losses widened to £363.9m in 2025, up from £289.1m the previous year. Weak demand and higher US tariffs hit trading. Chief executive Adrian Hallmark said the cuts form only one part of the…

Renewed Focus on European Security President Emmanuel Macron is set to outline France’s plans to extend its nuclear deterrent to European partners, a proposal first floated in 2020 but largely ignored at the time. Speaking from the Île Longue peninsula, home to France’s four nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines, Macron will stress that France’s expanded role would complement, not replace, the protection provided by the United States. Macron previously suggested involving willing European countries in exercises and strategic discussions, and earlier this year at the Munich Security Conference he confirmed he had been in talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and…

US consumer confidence rose modestly in February 2026, following a decline in previous months. The improvement indicates that Americans feel more positive about business conditions and income prospects. Economists say the modest gain could ease fears of a potential economic slowdown. Consumer sentiment measures how households view their financial situation, employment opportunities, and the overall economy. Even a small increase in confidence can encourage spending, which supports growth in retail, services, and other sectors dependent on consumer activity. The February rise comes after several months of declining sentiment, when worries about inflation, interest rates, and job security weighed on households.…

Rising Tensions Over Northern Gulf Waters A fresh maritime dispute has emerged between Kuwait and Iraq after Baghdad submitted new coordinates and a map to the United Nations, claiming waters that Kuwait considers its own, including the Fasht al-Qaid and Fasht al-Aij shoals. The northern Gulf remains a crucial area for shipping and offshore resources, and the latest claims have reignited long-standing tensions in the region. Strong Regional Support for Kuwait Neighboring Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman, have voiced strong backing for Kuwait, calling for respect for international law. Saudi Arabia noted…

Unlicensed gambling companies could lose the right to sponsor Premier League clubs under new government plans. Ministers launched a consultation after a series of controversies and regulatory concerns. Several top-flight teams, including Everton, Fulham and Wolverhampton Wanderers, currently display logos of online casinos or bookmakers without a British licence. Clubs have already agreed to remove all gambling sponsors from the front of shirts after this season. That voluntary move will not cover sleeve deals or other partnerships. The proposed ban would close that gap. It would stop unlicensed operators from using Premier League links to promote their brands, even if…

Supreme Court Ruling Sparks Uncertainty European Parliament negotiators have paused the EU-US trade agreement after last week’s US Supreme Court decision questioned the legality of certain 2025 tariffs imposed by Washington. Following the ruling, President Donald Trump announced new 15% duties on imports, further complicating the implementation of the pact. German MEP Bernd Lange, chair of the parliamentary trade committee, said the legal situation “has totally changed,” adding that the EU needs clear assurances from the United States before moving forward. European Parliament Seeks Firm Guarantees The 2025 deal, negotiated by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Trump…

The UK has paused a clinical trial on puberty blockers after the medicines regulator raised safety concerns. The regulator warned about unknown long-term biological risks and set a minimum age of 14. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency will meet King’s College London next week. They will review the study design and participant safety. The Department of Health and Social Care confirmed the recruitment delay. The Pathways trial will not begin until experts resolve the concerns. The study followed the Cass review, which found weak evidence for the drugs’ benefits in young people. Dr Hilary Cass said a controlled…

China has overtaken the United States as Germany’s top trading partner in 2025.Total trade between Germany and China reached €251bn, according to official data. Germany imported €170.6bn in goods from China but exported only €81.3bn.Trade with the US fell to €240bn, partly influenced by American tariffs. Friedrich Merz will visit Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping and Li Qiang.He plans to discuss Ukraine, human rights and economic relations.A large business delegation will join the trip. German carmakers remain deeply tied to the Chinese market.Companies such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen rely heavily on Chinese production and sales. The EU is…