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US regulators require GLP-1 makers to warn of rare optic nerve condition

  • US regulators require eye-condition warnings on GLP-1 drugs.
  • NAION can cause sudden, lasting vision loss.
  • The link remains uncertain; patients should consult their doctor.

The US Food and Drug Administration has ordered makers of popular GLP-1 medicines to add warnings about NAION, a rare eye condition that can cause sudden, potentially permanent vision loss. The decision follows a review that found an increased risk of rare cases among people taking the drugs,…

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Poundland owner set to release £10m to retailer ahead of MP questioning

  • Gordon Brothers will release about £10m for Poundland supplier payments.
  • The commitment follows pressure from Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds.
  • The funding may not prevent the retailer entering administration.

Poundland’s owner, US investment firm Gordon Brothers, has agreed to release about £10m to help pay the retailer’s suppliers. The funding commitment comes after pressure from the business secretary and ahead of questioning of company bosses by MPs, as concern grows about the retailer’s future and its 12,000…

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US accuses Lyft of discrimination against disabled riders: suit

  • US sues Lyft over alleged discrimination against disabled riders.
  • The Justice Department seeks $53 million for complainants.
  • Lyft denies the claims and says it enforces accessibility rules.

The US Justice Department has sued Lyft, alleging it discriminated against passengers with disabilities, including people who use service animals or mobility devices. The case seeks to enforce federal protections under the Americans with Disabilities Act and could require changes to Lyft’s policies and driver training. The department…

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4 Songs From 1989 That Even Modern Music Fans Can Get Behind

  • Four 1989 songs are presented as enduring favourites.
  • The choices span pop, rock and tender love songs.
  • The Cure’s “Lovesong” was the band’s only Billboard Top 10 hit.

The article revisits four songs released in 1989, arguing that their melodies and styles can still appeal to modern listeners. It highlights how the year’s music bridged the sound of the 1980s and the emerging feel of the 1990s. The songs discussed are Milli Vanilli’s “Blame It on…

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My New Band Believe Line Up North American Tour

  • My New Band Believe will tour North America in April 2027.
  • The 17-date run celebrates the band’s debut album.
  • The tour ends in New York on 23 April.

My New Band Believe will tour North America in April 2027 to celebrate the release of its self-titled debut album. The tour gives the band a run of live dates across the United States and Canada, and comes alongside a new video for “Heart of Darkness”. The itinerary…

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Landmark Bill Will Create ’24-Second Shot Clock’ To Unleash American Industry, Experts Say

  • Senate advances bipartisan permitting reform by 73-25.
  • Experts say delays can increase costs and cancel projects.
  • Bill would require data centres to fund their own electricity.

Senate-backed permitting reform would set firmer time limits for challenges to construction projects, aiming to make approvals more predictable and reduce delays. At a panel, policy experts argued that prolonged uncertainty can raise costs, deter investment and ultimately make projects uneconomic, with knock-on effects for jobs and the…

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Shakira Set to Return to Venezuela After 16 Years as Tour Adds Six Latin American Destinations

  • Shakira’s tour adds six Latin American destinations for 2027.
  • Venezuela is set to welcome her back after 16 years.
  • Dates, cities and venues are still to be announced.

Shakira is set to return to Venezuela in 2027 for the first time in 16 years, as her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour” expands to six Latin American destinations. The announcement extends the tour following her recent Madrid residency and marks a long-awaited return for audiences…

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Two arrested after pro-Palestinian protest at Biden family’s Dublin visit

  • Hunter Biden received a Trinity College Dublin medal.
  • At least two protesters were arrested.
  • Objects were reportedly thrown as the family left.

Former US President Joe Biden and his family visited Trinity College Dublin on Tuesday for a ceremony honouring his son, Hunter. At least two people were arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside, and objects were reportedly thrown as the family left. Hunter Biden received the College Historical Society’s…

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Expand Your Palate With These 3 Legendary Psychedelic Rock Songs

  • Three tracks offer an introduction to 1960s psychedelic rock.
  • The Beatles, The Byrds and Pink Floyd are featured.
  • The songs combine spiritual themes, folk-rock and surreal pop.

The article recommends three songs as an introduction to psychedelic rock, arguing that they capture the sound of the 1960s and helped shape rock music. It presents them as influential examples of how artists explored new sounds and ideas during the era. The selections are The Beatles’ “Tomorrow…

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Steve Hackett adds new dates for his 2027 North American tour

  • Hackett adds nine dates to his 2027 North American tour.
  • The run spans Atlanta to Montreal from 10 April to 4 May.
  • Three Quebec City performances will feature the Quebec Symphony Orchestra.

Steve Hackett has added nine dates to his 2027 North American “Best of Genesis and Solo Gems” tour, citing high demand. The expanded run will revisit Genesis favourites alongside Hackett’s solo work, with shows across the US and Canada. The tour now runs from 10 April at Atlanta’s…

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