Drug maker Novo Nordisk conducted trials to see if semaglutide, an ingredient in a weight loss drug, could slow Alzheimer's disease. The trials with over 3,800 participants showed the drug had no effect on Alzheimer's progression compared to a placebo. Results will be discussed at an upcoming Alzheimer's conference and are not yet peer-reviewed.
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Novo Nordisk tested semaglutide, an ingredient in Wegovy, for Alzheimer's disease.
Over 3,800 people with mild cognitive impairment participated in the trials.
The drug is already used for type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Trials showed semaglutide did not affect Alzheimer's progression compared to a placebo.
Results will be presented at an Alzheimer's conference and are not yet published in a scientific journal.
The trials highlighted the complexity of Alzheimer's, which involves multiple biological processes.
Other Alzheimer's drugs are also in clinical trials, with over 130 currently under investigation.
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Brazil's Supreme Court panel voted to keep former President Jair Bolsonaro in police custody after he tampered with his ankle monitor. The court decided this due to concerns he might flee and violate court orders. Bolsonaro, who faces a 27-year prison sentence for his actions after losing the 2022 election, has denied the charges.
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A Supreme Court panel voted to keep Jair Bolsonaro in police custody.
Bolsonaro tampered with his ankle monitor, which led to his detention.
The court is concerned Bolsonaro may try to flee to avoid his sentence.
Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years for trying to overturn the 2022 election.
He was found guilty of attempting a coup and other charges.
President Trump, an ally of Bolsonaro, criticized the legal proceedings.
Bolsonaro had previously been under house arrest in Brasilia.
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A food charity called FareShare Sussex & Surrey anticipates this winter will be challenging for people needing assistance due to high food and energy costs. The charity provides food aid, including parcels, cooking meals, and supporting pantries, and aims to raise £50,000 in December to meet increasing demand. Late harvests have also reduced the amount of available produce, adding to supply challenges.
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FareShare Sussex & Surrey helps people in need in Surrey and Sussex with food aid.
The charity is experiencing increased demand, helping around 28,500 people weekly.
High food and energy costs are causing more people to seek the charity’s help.
FareShare plans to raise £50,000 in December to provide 200,000 meals.
The Big Give will match the funds raised during the campaign week.
Late harvests have decreased available winter produce, affecting food supplies.
FareShare distributes surplus food from businesses and farms to 248 local groups.
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Viola Ford Fletcher, one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has passed away at the age of 111. She dedicated her later years to seeking justice for the attack that destroyed the Black community in Tulsa, known as Black Wall Street.
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Viola Ford Fletcher was one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
She was 111 years old when she died, surrounded by family in a Tulsa hospital.
Fletcher was 7 years old during the attack, in which a white mob destroyed the Black community in Tulsa's Greenwood district.
The massacre resulted in hundreds of deaths and the destruction of over 30 city blocks.
Fletcher shared her experiences in a memoir titled "Don't Let Them Bury My Story" published in 2023.
She testified before the U.S. Congress in 2021 about her experiences during the massacre.
A lawsuit for reparations, which she joined, was dismissed by the Oklahoma Supreme Court in 2024.
Other survivors and descendants have not received direct cash reparations, despite discussions and recognition of the attack's impact.
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The U.S. has labeled Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as a terrorist organization, alleging it is led by Venezuelan officials, including President Nicolás Maduro. Venezuela denies the existence of the cartel, calling the allegations unfounded. The term refers to a group allegedly involved in drug trafficking, linked to Venezuela's military.
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The U.S. claims the Cartel de los Soles is led by high-ranking Venezuelan officials, including President Nicolás Maduro.
This group has been labeled a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S.
Venezuela rejects the existence of the cartel, describing it as a baseless accusation.
The term "Cartel de los Soles" comes from the sun insignia worn by Venezuelan generals.
Allegations of the cartel's drug trafficking activities date back to the 1990s.
The cartel allegedly gained strength during Hugo Chávez’s presidency in Venezuela.
Experts suggest the actual situation might be more nuanced, with varying opinions on the group's existence and operations.
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The rapper Ghetts, whose real name is Justin Clarke-Samuel, faces more charges of dangerous driving after an incident where a young man died in a hit-and-run. The initial charge was for causing the death by dangerous driving, but now there are additional charges related to the same day. He appeared in court via videolink, and a plea hearing is set for December.
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Ghetts, real name Justin Clarke-Samuel, is a rapper facing multiple dangerous driving charges.
The charges relate to an incident on October 18, where a young man, Yubin Tamang, died in a hit-and-run.
Initially charged with causing death by dangerous driving, Ghetts now faces two more dangerous driving charges from the same day.
The alleged incidents occurred in multiple locations in London, including Ilford, Camden, and Redbridge.
Police found a damaged black BMW registered to Ghetts at his home the morning after the incident.
Ghetts appeared at the Old Bailey via videolink for his court hearing while the victim's family was present.
A plea hearing is scheduled for December 8.
Ghetts is known for his music career, winning awards like the Mobo Pioneer award in 2024.
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Sudan's army chief, Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan, rejected a new ceasefire plan proposed by the United States, calling it biased. The plan aimed to address a lengthy conflict in Sudan that has caused a major humanitarian crisis.
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Sudan's army chief is Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan.
A new ceasefire plan was proposed by the United States.
The proposal was criticized by al-Burhan as biased.
The ceasefire aims to address Sudan's conflict.
The RSF (a group involved in the conflict) agreed to the truce.
The conflict in Sudan has lasted 30 months.
Tens of thousands of people have died in this conflict.
It is considered the world's largest humanitarian crisis.
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The trial at Woolwich Crown Court involves an incident where a Palestine Action activist allegedly hit a police officer with a sledgehammer during a break-in at an Israeli defense firm's UK site. Six individuals are on trial for charges including aggravated burglary and violent disorder. The police officer, Kate Evans, suffered severe injuries, leading to a significant time off work.
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A police officer named Kate Evans was injured during a break-in at an Israeli defense firm’s UK site.
The incident involved a Palestine Action activist allegedly hitting Sgt Evans with a sledgehammer.
Six people are on trial, accused of aggravated burglary, criminal damage, and violent disorder.
The alleged attack left Sgt Evans with a fractured spine and large bruising, causing her severe pain.
Sgt Evans was unable to work for three months and needed help with basic tasks due to her injuries.
The break-in occurred at Elbit Systems UK, a defense technology equipment manufacturer.
The trial at Woolwich Crown Court is expected to continue until January.
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A tornado touched down near Houston, Texas, as shown in a video shared online. The tornado occurred after the National Weather Service issued several Tornado Warnings for parts of the area.
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A tornado was spotted near Houston, Texas, on Monday afternoon.
A video posted on social media showed a funnel cloud near State Highway 249 in Houston.
The National Weather Service issued Tornado Warnings for the area.
The warnings covered Harris and Montgomery counties and places like The Woodlands and Spring.
The weather alert advised people to be cautious of flying debris and hail.
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which received support from the United States, has decided to stop its operations in Gaza. The organization, which started its work in May 2025, faced criticism for not working with established aid groups and for being involved in violent incidents at its aid distribution sites. The decision to end operations comes after a ceasefire deal in the region and a move to coordinate aid more effectively.
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The GHF began its work in Gaza in May 2025 with U.S. support.
The organization bypassed traditional aid groups like the United Nations.
There was violence at or near GHF's aid distribution sites.
The GHF aimed to address immediate needs and then pass successful methods to international groups.
Operations are ending due to the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the establishment of the Civil-Military Coordination Center.
The CMCC is designed to better coordinate aid in Gaza.
In August, 28 UN experts criticized GHF for potentially using aid for military or political goals.
At least 859 people have been reported killed near GHF sites since it started in 2025.
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The United States has labeled the Cartel de los Soles, linked to Venezuelan officials, as a terrorist organization. This move increases pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, whom the US accuses of overseeing the cartel. The designation allows the US to impose stricter actions against the group and potentially paves the way for military intervention.
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The US designated the Cartel de los Soles as a "foreign terrorist organization."
The group is associated with Venezuelan officials, including military members.
The US claims President Nicolas Maduro oversees the cartel, which he denies.
The designation criminalizes support for the cartel and bars its representatives from entering the US.
The label enables the US to freeze the group's assets and impose diplomatic and financial penalties.
The US alleges the cartel is involved in drug trafficking in the US and Europe.
The FTO status strengthens the US's potential case for military action in Venezuela.
The Venezuelan government dismisses the US claims as untrue and politically motivated.
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In northern Nigeria, gunmen abducted dozens of children from a Catholic boarding school. The father of one child reported the incident to the BBC, saying he felt powerless to stop the kidnappers. The situation has raised concerns about the government's response and ongoing security issues in the region.
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Gunmen on motorbikes took dozens of children from a school in Papiri village, Niger state.
A father, using the name Theo, witnessed the abduction and shared his account with the BBC.
303 students and 12 staff members were reported abducted, though some escaped.
The governor of Niger state claimed the numbers of abducted were exaggerated.
The governor blamed the school for reopening despite threats.
Parents expressed frustration with the government's handling of the incident.
Kidnapping for ransom is a growing issue in northern Niger state.
Laws against ransom payments have not effectively stopped these kidnappings.
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Ukraine and the U.S. ended talks in Geneva, focusing on the conflict with Russia. Ukraine's President Zelensky warned against ceding territory as part of a peace deal. Discussions made progress, but no concrete solutions emerged.
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Talks took place in Geneva between the U.S. and Ukraine to address the conflict with Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky opposed recognizing Russian-controlled territories in Ukraine.
President Trump hinted at potential positive developments but advised caution until confirmed.
Russian representatives were not part of the Geneva talks.
A 28-point peace plan, favoring some Russian demands, was presented to Ukraine by the U.S.
European nations drafted a counter-plan excluding recognition of Russian-held areas.
Zelensky is expected to speak with Trump soon, with a new peace plan likely to be proposed to Russia.
A virtual meeting will occur to discuss further developments, with various international leaders involved.
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In Nigeria, gunmen kidnapped hundreds of students and some teachers from two schools, with the latest incident happening at a Catholic school in Niger state. Some children have escaped, but many are still held by the kidnappers. The kidnappers have not identified themselves, and authorities are working to rescue those still missing.
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Around 303 students and 12 teachers were kidnapped from Saint Mary’s Catholic School in Niger state, Nigeria.
The kidnapped students were both boys and girls, aged 10 to 18.
50 students have escaped and are now with their families, but 253 students and 12 teachers remain captive.
No group has claimed responsibility for the kidnappings.
Authorities are using tactical squads and local hunters to try to rescue those still held.
Kidnappings are believed to have economic motives, with kidnappers often demanding ransom money.
These kidnappings are not thought to be motivated by religious reasons.
The situation is similar to past incidents like the 2014 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapping by Boko Haram.
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The U.S. Justice Department asked a judge to unseal grand jury materials related to Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking case. This request follows a new law signed by President Trump, requiring these documents to be released within 30 days. The judge had previously rejected a similar request, citing that the grand jury materials contained less important information compared to other documents the government already has.
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The Justice Department wants to release grand jury materials from Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking investigation.
President Trump signed a law mandating the release of these documents in 30 days.
U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton filed the request in Manhattan federal court.
A judge had earlier denied a similar request from the Trump administration to release the transcripts.
The existing 100,000 pages of Epstein files are said to contain much more information than the 70 pages of grand jury materials.
The only grand jury witness was an FBI agent with no direct knowledge of the case.
The grand jury's conclusion was to indict Epstein.
Epstein was arrested in July 2019 and died in jail in August 2019, ruled a suicide.
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A cat named Mr. Honey was caught taking cash from his owner's boyfriend and hiding it in his cat house. The owner, Caitlyn, discovered the missing money after realizing the cat had knocked it off the nightstand into its hideout. This behavior highlighted a common trait in some cats, who may take items due to their instincts or for attention.
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The TikTok video of the cat went viral with over 6.2 million views.
Mr. Honey, a tuxedo cat, was hiding money taken from the boyfriend on a nightstand.
The money ended up in the cat's house after Mr. Honey knocked it off the nightstand.
Caitlyn said her cat has a history of taking things, such as catnip, which she now keeps in a locked drawer.
TikTok users humorously defended the cat, suggesting he was innocent or deserved compensation.
Experts say cats may steal due to hunting instincts, boredom, or a need for attention.
Recommendations include spending more time with cats and rotating their toys to prevent such behavior.
The article mentions keeping small objects away from pets and checking with a vet if there's a change in behavior.
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Jamaican reggae musician Jimmy Cliff has died at age 81 due to a seizure followed by pneumonia, as announced by his wife, Latifa Chambers. Cliff was known for his influential reggae music and acting, including his role in the film "The Harder They Come," which helped introduce reggae to a global audience.
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Jimmy Cliff was born as James Chambers on July 30, 1944, in Jamaica.
At 14, he gained national fame with his song "Hurricane Hattie."
Cliff recorded over 30 albums and performed internationally.
He starred in the 1972 film "The Harder They Come," which showcased reggae music to the world.
Cliff's music included famous songs like "You Can Get It If You Really Want It."
Bob Dylan praised Cliff's song "Vietnam" as a top protest song.
Jimmy Cliff won two Grammy Awards, one in 1984 and another in 2012.
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Experts suggest that careful planning and creative cooking can help reduce food waste during Thanksgiving. Millions of pounds of food go to waste during the holiday, contributing to environmental issues. Simple strategies like buying only what is needed and using leftovers creatively can make a difference.
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Approximately 320 million pounds of food are wasted at Thanksgiving each year in the U.S.
Excess preparation and not using leftovers lead to significant food waste.
Wasted food often ends up in landfills, where it produces methane, a greenhouse gas.
Planning ahead can help reduce waste, such as preparing smaller portions per person.
Reusing leftovers creatively, like making stock or transforming mashed potatoes, can prevent waste.
Some food like misshapen produce is often discarded even though it is edible.
Freezing leftovers can extend their use and prevent spoilage.
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Two members of the House of Lords, Lord Richard Dannatt and Lord Evans of Watford, are facing suspension for breaking rules related to parliamentary services in exchange for payment. The suspensions follow investigations initiated by news reports and involve violations such as promoting companies for personal gain. Both peers accepted the findings and the suspensions will start after further approval.
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Lord Dannatt and Lord Evans are facing suspensions from the House of Lords.
The suspensions are due to violations of rules against offering parliamentary services for payment.
Investigations began after an undercover operation by the Guardian newspaper.
Lord Dannatt was implicated for discussing companies he had financial ties with government officials.
Lord Evans was found to have hosted events in Parliament for a company partly owned by him.
Lord Dannatt and Lord Evans did not appeal the findings or the proposed sanctions.
The investigations reported no actual lobbying or payment received in these cases.
The suspensions will be effective once the House of Lords approves them.
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