Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in Chicago, USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Over the years, he has contributed to leading outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Recognized for his sharp reporting and thoughtful analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers updated on key national and global developments.
Daily obesity tablets are widening the market for GLP-1 treatments and attracting new patients.Analysts expect the sector to approach $200bn in value within the next decade. Novo Nordisk has launched the first oral version of Wegovy in the US.Early demand has been strong, with prescriptions rising faster than for earlier injections.Patients switching from jabs report steadier appetite control and easier use. Pills are cheaper, avoid needles and do not need refrigeration.These advantages could make treatment more mainstream.However, supply limits, side-effects and high out-of-pocket costs remain barriers. Eli Lilly is preparing a rival tablet that may be simpler to absorb.Competition is…
Max Verstappen criticised Formula One’s new regulations after pre-season testing in Bahrain.He said the heavy focus on energy management makes the cars “not fun to drive”.He described the feeling as “Formula E on steroids” and suggested he could quit if enjoyment fades. Lewis Hamilton voiced similar concerns.He called the systems extremely complex and difficult for fans to understand.The new rules introduce redesigned chassis, tyres and engines.The power units now rely on an almost equal split between combustion and electric energy.Drivers must constantly manage deployment while racing. Testing times remained inconclusive.Mercedes led the standings with Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.Ferrari followed…
US inflation fell to 2.4% in January after tariff-driven price swings. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 0.2% monthly increase in consumer prices. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, rose 0.3% for the month. Economists expected a slightly higher annual rate and note growing voter dissatisfaction. Last year, inflation fell in spring, peaked in September, and eased by winter. The White House claims its policies control prices and will support future rate cuts. The Federal Reserve studies inflation and labor data before its March decision. Jerome Powell expects tariff effects to peak soon and then fade. Job growth slowed…
A senior adviser to the European Court of Justice has said the European Commission wrongly released billions of euros to Hungary. Advocate general Tamara Ćapeta argued the commission should not have unfrozen about €10bn because required judicial reforms were not fully implemented. The commission suspended funds in 2022 over rule-of-law and corruption concerns under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. In 2023, it lifted the suspension, saying Hungary had met the conditions. The European Parliament challenged that decision, claiming serious errors and possible political motives. Ćapeta said the commission failed to properly assess whether reforms were in force and effectively applied. She…
Aerobic exercise such as running, swimming or dancing can serve as a frontline treatment for mild depression and anxiety, researchers say. A large analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found the strongest improvements among young adults and new mothers. Scientists reviewed 63 studies involving nearly 80,000 people. They examined activities ranging from resistance training to yoga and tai chi. Aerobic exercise that raised the heart rate produced the greatest reductions in depression, while benefits for anxiety were slightly smaller. Group and supervised sessions showed added impact, suggesting social connection plays a key role. Neil Munro of James…
Traditional Nepali foods could help curb the country’s growing type 2 diabetes crisis, experts say. In Nepal, around one in five people over 40 lives with the condition, while medication remains unaffordable for many. Doctors warn diabetes often leads to severe complications and early death. Studies suggest a return to lentils and rice, known as dal bhat, can reverse diabetes in many patients. A pilot study in Kathmandu helped 43% of participants achieve remission, while an ongoing community trial shows similar results. Mike Lean from University of Glasgow said around half of participants were diabetes-free after four months with modest…
People who drink a few cups of tea or coffee each day may face a lower risk of dementia, researchers say. A long-term US study found that adults who drank two to three cups of caffeinated coffee or one to two cups of caffeinated tea daily had a 15–20% lower dementia risk than non-drinkers. The research analysed health records from more than 130,000 participants followed for up to 43 years and was published in Journal of the American Medical Association. Caffeinated coffee drinkers also showed slightly less cognitive decline and better performance on some brain tests than those who drank…
BP faces growing pressure from shareholders as it prepares to publish full-year results. Analysts expect weaker profits after oil prices fell for a third straight year, marking the sharpest decline since the Covid pandemic. City forecasts put BP’s annual profit at about $7.5bn, down from nearly $9bn in 2024, after crude prices dropped below $60 a barrel late last year. Incoming chief executive Meg O’Neill will face demands to set out a clear new strategy. Investor groups want BP to explain how it will manage spending as long-term demand for fossil fuels declines. Shareholders led by the Australasian Centre for…
Researchers say menstrual blood testing could provide a convenient alternative to cervical screening.A sanitary pad fitted with a sample strip can detect human papillomavirus, which causes most cervical cancers. The test allows women to collect samples at home without a clinician.This could help reach millions who currently skip cervical screening. Scientists in China compared menstrual blood samples with clinician-collected cervical samples.The study involved more than 3,000 women with regular menstrual cycles. Results, published in BMJ, showed high accuracy for detecting serious cervical abnormalities.Pad-collected samples detected CIN2 lesions with 94.7% sensitivity. This matched the performance of clinician-collected samples.Researchers called the method…
Most side-effects listed for statins are not caused by the drugs, a major review finds.Researchers published the analysis in The Lancet after reviewing 19 trials with 124,000 participants.The study found evidence for muscle pain, diabetes risk, and four minor effects only.These included liver test changes, mild liver abnormalities, urine changes, and tissue swelling.Researchers found no strong evidence linking statins to memory loss, depression, sleep problems, or nerve damage.The benefits of statins in preventing heart attacks and strokes far outweighed the small risks.Lead author Christina Reith said statins did not increase common complaints compared with no treatment.Experts called for updated drug…
