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Weight loss in middle age can restore cardiovascular health, research suggests
Research indicates that losing just 5% of body weight during middle age can restore cardiovascular health to levels comparable with individuals who maintained healthy weight throughout life.
Woman’s Hour – Melania Trump’s diplomacy, Philippa Gregory’s The Royal Witch, Back to Black at 20, Iron deficiency – BBC Sounds
Melania Trump has reportedly helped broker a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine to allow humanitarian aid into Oleshky, according to White House statements.
Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero
A retiree’s experience switching off his heat pump due to high electricity costs illustrates tensions in the UK’s net-zero strategy, raising questions about whether prioritizing renewable electricity generation is the right approach.
Plan unveiled to increase share of land farmed organically in England to 10%
England aims to increase organically farmed land from 3.4% to 10% by 2036, but questions persist about funding for farmer transitions amid recent cutbacks to agricultural support programs.
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Meta AI is getting a Mac app
Meta is launching a dedicated Mac app for its AI chatbot, enabling users to share windows and receive assistance with suggestions, questions, and content creation across all applications.
Watch Valve set up the Steam Frame in its own leaked videos
Valve accidentally leaked several videos demonstrating the Steam Frame VR headset’s unboxing and setup procedures, featuring accessories and wireless connectivity details.
Google Gemini is getting a dedicated student hub
Google is launching a dedicated student hub in Gemini featuring study notebooks, flashcards, practice quizzes, and calendar integration ahead of back-to-school season.
Nielsen will enhance its ratings system using wearable devices
Nielsen is enhancing its ratings system by incorporating wearable device data starting August 31st, alongside new methodologies to better measure viewership in the streaming era.
Home Depot CEO taking temporary medical leave, two top execs to run the retailer
Home Depot CEO Ted Decker takes temporary medical leave; two senior executives appointed to share leadership duties until his return.
Housing investors say this is their worst market in at least 3 years
Single-family housing investors report their lowest confidence in at least three years, citing rising interest rates, insurance costs, and home prices as major concerns affecting purchase activity.
Ikea to take on eBay and Vinted with UK online secondhand site
Ikea is launching an online secondhand marketplace in the UK for its members to buy and sell pre-owned furniture items directly to each other, expanding efforts already underway in other European markets.
Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs over oil, AI and inflation concerns
Long-term borrowing costs in major economies hit their highest levels in years due to inflation concerns, government debt worries, and uncertainty around massive artificial intelligence spending.
Mobile payments on the rise but cash decline slows
Two-thirds of UK adults are registered with mobile payment services, with usage jumping significantly over the past decade, while cash decline is slowing.
Inflation is heating up but don’t expect another crisis
Energy bills rose following the Iran conflict, but inflation pressures remain moderate with food costs at five-year lows and wages outpacing price growth, though economists expect inflation to accelerate later this year.
US treasury doubles debt buyback to steady bond market amid inflation fears
The US Treasury announced it is doubling its government debt buyback program to stabilize bond markets as Federal Reserve officials remain divided over combating persistent inflation.
Jaecoo owner Chery takes ‘next step’ in UK push with R&D centre
Chinese carmaker Chery announced plans to establish a major research and development centre in England as part of its long-term UK expansion strategy, following rapid growth in market share.