Stephen Curry questionable against Clippers
Heading into Friday night’s NBA Cup contest against the Memphis Grizzlies, Steve Kerr opted to start Lindy Waters III alongside Stephen Curry and Andrew Wiggins in the Golden State Warriors’ backcourt. After securing the start, Waters III tallied Golden State’s first five points of the contest against the Grizzlies. However, late in the first half, Waters III appeared to suffer an injury. Before halftime, Waters III met Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama at the rim for a block. Later in the game, Waters III was ruled out for the remainder of the contest with a left knee hyperextension .
Source:New York Times
November 18, 2024 07:56 UTC
Diabetes and weight loss drugs shown to reduce alcohol-related hospitalizations, study finds
Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to curb alcohol effects, a new study suggests. Studies have shown that people report decreased alcohol consumption when taking glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1) agonists. Patients taking semaglutide (such as Ozempic and Wegovy) showed a 36% lower risk of alcohol-related hospitalization, and those taking liraglutide (Victoza) had a 28% lower risk. Advertisement AdvertisementFor more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/healthFox News Digital reached out to the study researchers and also to Eli Lilly, maker of Retatrutide, requesting comment. Original article source: Diabetes and weight loss drugs shown to reduce alcohol-related hospitalizations, study finds
Source:Fox News
November 18, 2024 07:06 UTC
Rural Counties Push For Independence Amid Urban Tensions
Rural Counties Push For Independence Amid Urban Tensions Growing discontent fuels secession movements across Illinois and California as rural citizens seek local autonomy and representationThe idea of rural counties wanting to split from their larger, often urbanized neighbors is gaining traction, particularly evident from movements like those seen recently in Illinois and California. Their motivation is partially based on their belief of being marginalized by urban policies they feel don’t represent their interests. The new local political dynamics, fueled by increasingly polarized national politics, have galvanized these sentiments. Proponents argue they are merely seeking local governance, where decisions can be made closer to home, reflecting their unique values and needs. Local conversations will undoubtedly continue as rural counties navigate their aspirations for greater autonomy against the backdrop of state governance.
Source:Wall Street Journal
November 18, 2024 06:35 UTC
Israeli strikes in Lebanon stir fears of sectarian strife
Several weeks ago, an Israeli airstrike hit a Shia house in this village 70 miles from the Israeli border, killing two people the Israeli military described as “terrorist assets." But as Israeli airstrikes hit deeper into Lebanon, other Lebanese fear being drawn into the fight if they allow them into their villages. The Israeli military declined to respond to a request for comment on its strategy. The Israeli military said the strike targeted “terrorist infrastructure," but declined to elaborate. About 15 minutes later, the Israeli military launched a strike on the building that killed 24 people, including 12 women and two children.
Source:Wall Street Journal
November 18, 2024 06:32 UTC
Trump’s Choice for Energy Secretary Is a Fracking Booster and Climate Skeptic
Trump said that in addition to heading the Energy Department, Wright would be a member of his newly formed National Energy Council. The Energy Department was a linchpin of President Biden’s strategy to address climate change, notably its Loan Programs Office , which has financed businesses important to the country’s energy transition. Hamm is advising Trump’s transition team on energy personnel and policy, according to people familiar with the matter. While the energy department doesn’t regulate fossil-fuel production, one of its prerogatives is approving most exports of liquefied natural gas. He has frequently appeared on cable news programs, defending the oil industry against perceived enemies.
Source:Wall Street Journal
November 18, 2024 06:24 UTC
Small businesses are hurting at the worst possible time
That’s because small businesses typically having tighter profit margins compared to behemoths like Walmart and Amazon, so they feel the sting of rising costs more acutely. The Small Business Index shows that 8 in 10 small retail businesses rely on holiday sales to meet their annual profit goals. If only it were that simple for small businesses. John Waldmann, chief executive of Homebase, a payroll software provider for more than 100,000 small businesses, said Enjou Chocolat’s dilemma is something he hears all the time. “Small businesses are really reticent to increase prices, so when they do, it’s because they have to,” Waldmann said.
Source:CNN
November 18, 2024 06:13 UTC
Lions dance their way to blowout win over Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars had no answer for the Detroit Lions on Sunday as the NFC North team scored and danced all over their AFC South opponents in the 52-6 victory. Lions quarterback Jared Goff had 412 passing yards and four touchdown passes in the win. RAIDERS’ BROCK BOWERS APPEARS TO PERFORM TRUMP DANCE AFTER TD CATCH VS DOLPHINSDetroit totaled 196 rushing yards as a team. David Montgomery had 75 rushing yards – leading the team – and scored twice. Goff even had 21 rushing yards on four carries.
Source:Fox News
November 18, 2024 05:51 UTC
Chargers blow 21-point second-half lead but beat Bengals on TD with 18 seconds to go
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Source:Los Angeles Times
November 18, 2024 05:47 UTC
Columbus Faces Backlash After Disturbing Neo-Nazi March
Columbus Faces Backlash After Disturbing Neo-Nazi March Local leaders unite against hate as masked group parades with swastika flagsColumbus, Ohio was the center of unrest on Saturday, November 16, when a masked group of individuals paraded through the Short North neighborhood, brandishing flags emblazoned with swastikas. The march began around 1 PM, with videos and images of the marchers circulating widely on social media. Local media outlets reported the group was armed at the time of the march, adding to the already tense atmosphere. Looking at the bigger picture, this incident serves as a reminder of the struggle many communities face against hate groups. Community leaders are rallying together not only to respond to the immediate threat but also to work on long-term strategies aimed at fostering dialogue, tolerance, and inclusion within Columbus.
Source:New York Times
November 18, 2024 05:33 UTC
James Harden passes Ray Allen for No. 2 on all-time three-pointers made
Stephen Jackson: “I didn’t have a better career than Ray Allen, but if you look at the games I played against a lot of these people, I balled out against them. We might not have won the game, but in my matchups with a lot of these people who y’all look up to, I bust their ass a lot of nights and locked them up. I didn’t have better careers than them, but I was a competitor. I wasn’t a better shooter than Ray, but I was a better post player, a better passer, a better defender—better at a lot of things on the court. But I did it in real time.” -via YouTube / November 18, 2024
Source:New York Times
November 18, 2024 04:23 UTC
Prominent Iowa Pollster Ann Selzer Announces Retirement
Prominent Iowa Pollster Ann Selzer Announces Retirement Celebrated for her insights, Selzer departs after notable polling missteps complicate her legacyJ. Ann Selzer, the prominent Iowa pollster renowned for her insights and analyses, has announced her decision to retire from election polling. Kristin Roberts, Gannett Media’s chief content officer, underscored the need for the Iowa Poll to adapt and find innovative methods for gauging public sentiment. Notably, she built her own independent firm, Selzer & Co., and continued to shape the Iowa Poll on contract starting from 1997. With her retirement from election polling, Selzer doesn’t plan to disappear from the industry entirely. Overall, Selzer's announcement feels bittersweet—highlighting both the milestones achieved during her brilliant career and the prevailing challenges present within the polling industry today.
Source:Washington Post
November 18, 2024 04:18 UTC
Chicago Trump Voters Revolt Against Mayor Brandon Johnson After Proposed Tax Hike
Inner city residents who voted for Trump seem to be empowered in new ways, and are speaking out the current leadership in the city. After a failed attempt at a $300 million property tax hike by Mayor Brandon Johnson, he got an earful from members of the public. Take a look:NEW: Pissed off Chicago residents slam Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) to his face, celebrate President Trump's victory: pic.twitter.com/huzBIjF5vR — End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) November 15, 2024Wow. With voter ID, Illinois turns red in 2026/2028 https://t.co/a4UeJ11RJA — Florida Man – World's Superhero (@danmmeyer) November 16, 2024And about that proposed property tax hike that Brandon Johnson wanted? BREAKING: Chicago City Council just struck down Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's $300M property tax hike on a unanimous vote: 50-0.
Source:Wall Street Journal
November 18, 2024 04:14 UTC
Trump rapidly unveils appointments to Cabinet, staff posts in dizzying post-election week
Trump rapidly unveils appointments to Cabinet, staff posts in dizzying post-election weekTrump rapidly unveils appointments to Cabinet, staff posts in dizzying post-election weekby Ashley Murray, Maryland MattersNovember 17, 2024WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump continued his blitz of Cabinet and senior staff selections, closing the week Friday with the announcement that North Dakota Gov. Trump has also drawn from his 2024 campaign staff, personal attorneys and pool of first-administration loyalists to fill several senior White House staff picks that do not require Senate approval. He dropped his 2024 presidential bid in January and endorsed Trump. Kennedy Jr., a former 2024 presidential hopeful who dropped out and endorsed Trump, is well known for his spreading of vaccine misinformation. Trump attorney D. John Sauer as solicitor general of the United States.
Source:Fox News
November 18, 2024 04:12 UTC