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GLP-1 weight loss drugs linked to temporary hair loss in some users
Some users of GLP-1 weight loss drugs report temporary hair loss as use of the medicines surges in the U.S. [s1]
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Meta faces New Mexico trial over child safety harms on Facebook and Instagram
Meta returned to court in New Mexico as a bench trial began to decide if it created a public nuisance by harming children on its apps.
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White House moves to restore ties with Anthropic after AI policy dispute
The White House is easing tensions with AI firm Anthropic after months of conflict over Pentagon AI use and security concerns.
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Asian Americans report highest anxiety among U.S. racial groups amid discrimination concerns
Asian Americans report 44% anxiety rate, highest among U.S. racial groups, amid ongoing discrimination fears and mixed public perceptions.
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New York Fed finds high-income US households drove most retail spending growth since 2023
The New York Federal Reserve reported that from January 2023 to March 2026, US retail spending growth showed a K-shaped pattern across income groups.
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Iran sends reply to U.S. draft plan as Trump says he is not satisfied
Iran sent its response to U.S. amendments to a draft peace plan, and Trump said he was not happy with what Tehran offered.
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Pentagon says Gulf of Oman blockade has denied Iran $4.8 billion
The Pentagon says its blockade in the Gulf of Oman has denied Iran about $4.8 billion in oil revenue since April 13.
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Supreme Court ruling sparks Democratic redistricting push ahead of 2028 election
Democrats say this week’s Supreme Court decision weakening the Voting Rights Act has renewed efforts to reshape districts for 2028.
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Trump withdraws Casey Means pick, names Nicole B. Saphier for surgeon general
Trump withdrew Casey Means' surgeon general nomination and named Nicole B. Saphier as his new pick.
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5th Circuit temporarily freezes federal abortion-drug access rules
A federal appeals court on May 1 temporarily froze U.S. rules that allow teleprescribing and mailing of abortion drugs.
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US Space Force selects 12 firms for Golden Dome Space-Based Interceptor development
The US Space Force named 12 companies to develop Space-Based Interceptors for the Golden Dome missile defense program on April 24.
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Spirit Airlines to Immediately Cancel All Flights and Wind Down Operations
Spirit Airlines announced early Saturday it will cease operations and cancel all flights amid rising fuel costs.
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Women sue men over alleged use of Instagram photos for AI-generated porn influencers
A woman identified as MG and others filed a complaint claiming men used their Instagram photos to create AI porn influencer content.
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AI reshapes junior lawyer training and workforce in major US law firms
Big Law firms automate entry-level legal work with AI, disrupting traditional training and reducing junior hiring.
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Apple says Mac mini, Mac Studio supply may take months to catch demand
Apple CEO Tim Cook said Mac mini and Mac Studio demand rose faster than expected and supply could take several months to catch up.
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UAE leaves OPEC as Gulf tensions deepen, Saudi ambitions face strain
The UAE said it is leaving OPEC to pump oil on its own as Gulf rivalries and war pressures test Saudi Arabia's ambitions.
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Virgin Galactic shares photo of next-generation spaceship amid cash pressure
Virgin Galactic shared a new photo of its next-generation spaceship outside its Mesa, Arizona factory as it faces financial pressure.
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AI tools are making writing more standardized, researchers say
Researchers say ChatGPT and similar tools are pushing writing toward predictable, standardized language.
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Standard Chartered sells East African headquarters building in Nairobi
Standard Chartered is selling its East African head office building in Nairobi as it trims its physical presence in Africa.
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Hong Kong ultra-low-priced mainland tours persist despite tighter rules
Ultra-low-priced Hong Kong tours for mainland visitors remain common despite tighter regulation, with one one-day package priced at about 48 yuan.
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Trump warns of possible new strikes on Iran as talks continue
President Trump said he could order new military strikes on Iran if it 'misbehaves' as he reviews a Tehran proposal.
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Song Min-hyuk wins GS Caltex Maekyung Open after Hur penalty
Song Min-hyuk won the GS Caltex Maekyung Open in Korea after Hur In-hoi was docked 2 strokes and dropped from the play-off.
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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro accused then denies backing Republican in 2024 treasurer race
A Pennsylvania firefighters union leader said Gov. Josh Shapiro backed a Republican treasurer candidate in 2024, but later retracted the claim and Shapiro denied it.
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FamilyMart and Bookoff start clothing recycling trial in Tokyo stores
FamilyMart and Bookoff launched a trial collecting used clothes at 30 Tokyo stores to reduce textile waste and recycle textiles.