A 28-year-old woman named Jana was hospitalised after her very first dose of Mounjaro, the US equivalent of Ozempic used for obesity treatment. She described the pain as far worse than childbirth. Her case highlights the severe side effects that can accompany widely praised weight-loss medications.
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Brendon McCullum has publicly apologised to England cricket fans for the poor run of Test results that led to his dismissal as head coach. He pledged to work alongside his replacement to ensure all three formats receive proper attention in the new setup. McCullum said he expects "robust conversations" with the incoming coach during the transition.
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A team of designers has created a home office paper shredder that goes beyond simply destroying documents, also addressing what happens to the shredded paper afterwards. The device stands out for its attractive aesthetic and thoughtful approach to paper waste. The concept is intended to encourage more conscious use of shredders at home.
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Actress and comedian Catherine Cohen suffered a stroke similar to the one experienced by Hailey Bieber and has turned the experience into a one-woman off-Broadway show called Broad Strokes, currently in previews at the Lucille Lortel Theater. Cohen discusses the show alongside her growing film career and her first trip to the Oscars. The production is backed by Broadway-level creative talent.
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Supermassive black holes ejected from their host galaxies after violent cosmic events are extremely difficult to detect. Researchers now argue that distinctive dust and gas structures observed around quasars could serve as key tracers for locating these runaway objects. The findings open a new avenue for identifying wandering black holes in intergalactic space.
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The Sand of Siberia mod for the classic RTS Original War has received an update introducing a new Nuclear War game mode. The mod substantially expands the content of the original game.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei continues to communicate with the outside world exclusively through letters, without making any public appearances. In his latest correspondence, he directed threats at US President Donald Trump. His prolonged absence from public view has fuelled speculation about his health and Iran's internal political situation.
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Denis Kapustin, founder of the Russian Volunteer Corps fighting on Ukraine's side, says Russian society is living in anticipation of an approaching catastrophe. He claims social tensions in Russia are rising and that Putin intends to announce a new mobilisation in autumn 2026. Kapustin points to multiple signs of Kremlin military preparations as evidence.
The Bank of Thailand has revealed that its data analytics systems detected stablecoin transfers designed to evade regulatory scrutiny as part of a broader crackdown on the grey economy. The findings were handed over to the securities regulator for further action. The move is part of wider efforts to curb illicit financial flows facilitated by cryptocurrency.
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Ukrainian defence company Fire Point has officially unveiled the FP-7.x missile, set to be a core component of the anti-ballistic system called Freja. Several Western countries have already joined the initiative, giving it a multinational cooperative character. The Freja system is intended to bolster Ukraine's ballistic missile defences amid the ongoing war with Russia.
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Most individual investors know that stock-picking rarely beats the market over the long run, yet the urge to trade persists. Financial experts suggest ring-fencing a small portion of a portfolio for speculative trades to satisfy that impulse. This approach protects long-term savings from impulsive decisions while still allowing active participation in the market.
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Google Maps on Android Auto is rolling out the Immersive Navigation feature, which Google describes as the biggest visual overhaul of its navigation interface in years. The new mode replaces the flat map view with a more spatial, realistic driving perspective. The update is being gradually pushed to Android users.
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Poland's Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) has ordered the recall of a batch of blue poppy seeds sold in Dino supermarkets. Testing revealed that the product contained opium alkaloids above the permitted limit, posing a health risk to consumers. Shoppers who purchased the batch are advised to return or discard it.
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The "Nordic Bestiary" is a new publication exploring the mythological creatures of Scandinavian folklore — trolls, water spirits, elves and ghosts — that survived for centuries through oral tradition. Christianity and later Romantic-era folklorists preserved and revived these beings in written form. The book traces how pagan beliefs intertwined with Christian tradition across fjords, forests and Nordic seas.
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The secret to keeping quick-pickled cucumbers crisp is adding cherry leaves to the jar — their natural tannins prevent the vegetables from going soft and give them a distinctive aroma. Cucumbers should be thoroughly washed before being packed into the jar with brine. This simple technique keeps them firm and flavourful for a long time.
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Piwniczna-Zdrój, a small spa town in the Małopolska region of southern Poland, is gaining recognition across Europe as a peaceful retreat free from mass tourism. The town boasts medicinal mineral waters, picturesque surroundings and an intimate atmosphere. It is recommended as an ideal alternative to crowded resorts, especially for a summer or autumn getaway.
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In China, logomania is giving way to a new trend as young consumers increasingly prefer amulets and symbolically meaningful objects over clothing bearing luxury brand logos. The phenomenon is being described as a Chinese version of "quiet luxury." The trend is already spreading beyond China's borders, influencing global fashion and luxury markets.
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Manchester United have completed the signing of midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £50 million. The deal represents one of the club's most significant summer transfer outlays.
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Madonna's live TikTok event promoting her new album Confessions II drew 2.1 million viewers worldwide on July 2, the day before the album's release, setting a new platform record for a stand-alone artist event. The record was confirmed exclusively to Deadline by TikTok. The milestone highlights the successful rollout of the pop star's latest project.
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The United Kingdom has linked Iran to antisemitic attacks on British soil and formally designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation. The designation grants the government additional national security powers under a newly enacted law. The move is intended to strengthen the UK's ability to counter Iranian-linked threats domestically.
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Vadym Krykun, commander of one of Ukraine's strongest military units, says the war will end sooner than most people expect. He warns, however, that Russia retains the capability to launch new attacks beyond Ukraine's borders. The central question, he argues, is how far the Kremlin is willing to go.
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Polish manufacturing output reached over 1.7 trillion złoty last year. Growth sectors include food, petrol and computers, while production of vodka, coal and tractors — goods associated with the communist-era economy — continues to shrink. The data signals a clear structural transformation of Polish industry away from its post-communist base.
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