Ozempic Lowers Alcohol Cravings and Heavy Drinking Days

A recent study found that low doses of diabetes medication Ozempic significantly reduced weekly alcohol cravings in adults with alcohol use disorder. The results showed that 40% of participants reported no heavy drinking days, while those who received a placebo experienced more frequent cravings and heavy drinking episodes. Additionally, a small subgroup of participants who … Read more

CVS Beats Earnings Expectations Despite Industry Challenges

CVS Health reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 earnings, beating Wall Street’s expectations. The company’s stock rose 15% for the day. Full-year revenue reached $372.8 billion, while fourth-quarter revenue was $97.7 billion, exceeding estimates of $96.8 billion. The healthcare benefits segment saw a decline due to ongoing Medicare and Medicaid headwinds, but the retail … Read more

Diddy Accused of Threats, Alleged Sex Assault by Anonymous Woman

Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing a new accusation of uttering threatening words before allegedly sexually assaulting a woman at a Los Angeles club in 2016. The complaint, filed in New York State Supreme Court, claims that the Bad Boy Records founder offered the woman a drink but responded aggressively when she declined, leading to an … Read more

Texans Hire Nick Caley as New OC to ‘Get Over the Hump’

Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans introduced new offensive coordinator Nick Caley on Thursday, aiming to elevate the team’s performance. Ryans believes Caley can help his team achieve their next level of success. Despite leading the Texans to back-to-back division titles and home wild-card wins in two seasons, they have struggled offensively in postseason games. Ryans stated … Read more

Modern Healthcare Website Requires Security Verification

The website modernhealthcare.com is currently requiring users to verify their humanity through a security check. Upon visiting the site, users are prompted with a verification process that involves checking for certain requirements such as JavaScript and cookies being enabled. This measure aims to prevent unauthorized access and protect user data. Cloudflare is providing performance and … Read more

“The Gorge” Falls Flat as Ridiculous Rom-Com Meets Sci-Fi

New movie “The Gorge” attempts to blend videogame-like thriller with romantic comedy, but it ends up being a ridiculous mash-up of genres. The film follows two expert snipers, Levi and Drasa, who are tasked with guarding a mysterious ravine surrounded by concrete towers. As they delve into the mystery, they uncover hints of a portal … Read more

Northern Lights to Appear in US on Valentine’s Day

A rare opportunity for stargazers in the northern U.S. is set to occur on Friday, as the aurora borealis may be visible as far south as Michigan and Maine. The spectacle is thanks to a geomagnetic storm this week. According to reports from Space.com, dark skies are essential for viewing the Northern Lights, which will … Read more

Roman Basilica Uncovered Beneath London Office Building

Archaeologists in London have made a significant discovery beneath an office building near Britain’s financial district. The remains of the city’s first Roman basilica, built nearly 2,000 years ago, have been unearthed. This ancient structure is a crucial piece of the city’s political and economic history, offering valuable insights into London’s transformation over time. Source: … Read more

Revolutionary Solar-Powered Reactor Converts CO2 into Sustainable Fuel

A team of researchers from the University of Cambridge has developed a revolutionary solar-powered reactor that directly captures carbon dioxide from the air and converts it into sustainable fuel, using sunlight as the power source. The technology has the potential to create a circular, sustainable economy by producing clean energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. … Read more

JuJu Watkins’ Dominant Return to Form Leads USC to Win Over No. 1 UCLA

USC’s JuJu Watkins ended a slump in convincing fashion, leading her team to a 71-60 win over top-ranked UCLA on Thursday night. The dominant performance marked a welcome change for the Trojans and showcased Watkins’ versatility. Watkins’ game plan included hitting six three-pointers, including a career-high 21 in the first half, while also blocking eight … Read more