More Americans are turning to peptides for muscle building, skin rejuvenation, and to try and live longer even though the substances aren’t FDA approved
A closer look at the unapproved peptide injections promoted by influencers and celebrities
Unapproved peptide drugs have become a trendy new approach to building muscle, smoothing wrinkles and trying to live longer
Latest opioid settlement plan with OxyContin maker Purdue and Sackler family getting few objections
The company that makes OxyContin, members of the Sackler family who own it and many groups that sued over its role in the opioid crisis are asking a judge to approve a settlement plan
She wanted to keep her son in his school district. It was more challenging than it seemed
When families are evicted, kids' schooling is often disrupted
NYPD officers kill man in a shootout after he threatened people and a hospital
New York City police say a man with a gun was killed in a shootout with officers The shootout came after the man earlier pointed his weapon at a man in an apartment building elevator and a deli worker and threatened to shoot up a hospital
‘They’re playing games’: Illinois lawmakers press Trump administration over stalled lead-pipe funding
Lead pipes are ubiquitous. At this point, no state has gotten rid of all of its toxic lead service lines, which pipe drinking water to homes and businesses. But some cities like Chicago, New York City, and Detroit, have more lead plumbing than others, and replacing it can cost tens...
What will it take to rebuild Jamaica’s food system after Hurricane Melissa?
In the three weeks since Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, with destructive winds of up to 185 miles per hour, authorities have been busy addressing immediate crises and assessing the damage. The strongest hurricane ever recorded to hit the Caribbean nation, Melissa collided with houses and property and downed power lines...
World Cup 2026 qualifying roundup: Ronaldo sent off in Portugal defeat by Republic of Ireland
Troy Parrott double enough for famous win France beat Ukraine 4-0 to book spot for 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off as Troy Parrott fired the Republic of Ireland to a sensational 2-0 victory against Portugal to set up a qualifying showdown with Hungary. The 40-year-old Portugal captain was dismissed...
Carlos Alcaraz beats Lorenzo Musetti to put Alex de Minaur in last four: ATP Finals tennis – as it happened
Already through to the semi-finals, Carlos Alcaraz was far too good for Lorenzo Musetti, a 6-4 6-1 win ensuring he ends the year as world no 1 Of course my wife ordered the shopping to arrive, then went to a work dinner. But it’s in, you’ll be relieved to learn,...
Outsiders sense Chess World Cup glory after host of big names make early exits
Fifteen of the world’s top 20 were eliminated in first four rounds, including world champion Gukesh Dommaraju An early cull of the favourites at the Chess World Cup in Goa has resulted in 15 of the top 20 seeds heading for home early. It has also created a lopsided pairing...