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Patients taking the commonly prescribed diabetes and weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy were at greater risk of optic nerve stroke, which can lead to blindness, according to a new study from researchers at Mass General Brigham. The study said people prescribed semaglutide, sold under the brand names Ozempic for diabetes or Wegovy for weight … Read more

An investigation is underway in Chicago into the death of a man who set off fireworks on July 4. The incident occurred at 10 p.m. in the 3000 block of North Kostner Avenue, Chicago police said. According to authorities, a 34-year-old man suffered trauma to his body while handling fireworks. He was pronounced dead at … Read more

U.S. stocks remained at record highs on Friday as investors eyed the June jobs report, which will play a role in calculating interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) fell just below the flatline shortly after the report, after hitting a record close in a shortened session on Wednesday. The Dow … Read more

From the Boox Palma to the Light Phone 2, it seems like everyone is looking for distraction-free reading, if only they have the right device. I don’t blame them: every time I pick up my phone to mindlessly scroll, I know I could be spending my time in better ways. But as an owner of … Read more

Revamped thrillers, rebooted franchises, long-awaited returns, and a few originals so unique they’re almost beyond description: these are the series that have kept us glued to the small screen so far this year. Is originality overrated? Of the 15 entries on our list of the best shows of the year so far — listed in … Read more

The winners of this year’s Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest take a moment to soak in all the glory. On July 5, Patrick Bertoletti, who won the men’s title, and Miki Sudo, the holder of the women’s title, both appeared at TODAY Square to continue the party after the July 4 event. During … Read more

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. CNN — Deep within the Earth, a massive metal ball spins independently of our orbiting planet. It resembles a spinning top inside a larger top, shrouded in mystery. This inner core has intrigued scientists since … Read more

Let’s start with the good news: Cancer deaths are down, by nearly a third since 1991, according to the American Cancer Society. Now for the bad news: Cancer anxiety isn’t. In fact, experts say cancer phobia is as strong as ever, even as deaths are falling. Why is that? Part of the reason, says Jessy … Read more

To play this content you must enable JavaScript or try a different browser Video caption, Burning flames force evacuations in Northern California Article information Author, Mallory Moench Role, BBC news July 4, 2024 Updated 54 minutes ago Thousands of people in Northern California have been told to leave their homes as wildfires in the state … Read more