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GLP-1 obesity drugs linked to fewer alcohol hospitalizations

A multi-trial analysis of about 40,700 adults found GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide and tirzepatide are associated with substantially lower alcohol-related hospital admissions across diabetics, obesity, and alcohol-use disorder groups, with reductions ranging from roughly 26% to 65% depending on the comparison. Experts say the findings hint at a potential role for these weight‑loss and diabetes drugs in treating alcohol-use disorders, though more research is needed to confirm causality and guide use.

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Marc Anthony, Nadia Ferreira Welcome Eighth Child

Marc Anthony and Nadia Ferreira have welcomed their second child together, bringing his total number of children to eight. Reports differ on the baby’s name, with some outlets naming Myla and others Marquesa as the newborn’s given name.

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Northamptonshire boy, 15, charged with 22 offences

A 15-year-old boy has been charged with 22 offences involving eight girls aged 10 to 15, including a 10-year-old, with incidents alleged to have occurred between 2023 and 2025. He appeared at Wellingborough Youth Court, was granted bail, and the case was sent to Northampton Crown Court for an August hearing; charges include rape, multiple sexual offences, and possession of indecent images, with strict conditions preventing contact with victims and unsupervised contact with females under 16.

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Godzilla star Kaylee Hottle dies in crash

Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actress who played Jia in Godzilla vs. Kong and its 2024 sequel, died in a car crash in Maryland, with her father Joshua Hottle confirming the news in a long ASL livestream. Her death has prompted tributes and highlights her distinctive on-screen bond with Kong through sign language, as well as prior work including a Magnum P.I. appearance and a public-service PSA.

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Taylor retires after 20-year refereeing career

Anthony Taylor, 47, has retired from refereeing after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches, with his final appearance coming in Spain's 1-0 World Cup last-16 win over Portugal. A former prison officer who spent 16 seasons in the Premier League and oversaw major finals and international tournaments, his retirement was lauded as a long and distinguished service by figures such as Howard Webb.

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Harry Styles Cancels São Paulo Show Health Issue

Harry Styles canceled his July 21 São Paulo show due to a health issue on the Together, Together Tour, with Live Nation Brazil offering refunds and announcing a limited batch of tickets for the Friday, July 24 show which remains scheduled. Fans will receive information by email via Ticketmaster Brasil and can access the Friday tickets as availability allows, marking the Brazilian residency’s only cancellation for that date while planning continues for subsequent shows.

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Freddy Brazier Hospitalised After Bulldog Attack

Freddy Brazier, son of Jade Goody, was rushed to hospital with bite injuries after his bulldog Pablo attacked him at his grandmother’s London home, requiring stitches. Jackiey Budden reportedly tried to pull the dog away and was injured in the incident, while a spokesman said Freddy is being treated and updates will follow.

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London man fined £400 for 14-year-old assault

Abdul Barkeeh Salihi, a 24-year-old Afghan national, groped a 14-year-old during a Harry Potter Diagon Alley sight-seeing visit at Leadenhall Market in London, following another incident that day where he slapped a 42-year-old woman; he was fined £400, with a £160 victim surcharge, and will be on the sex offenders register for five years. The case was described by police as deeply distressing and no jail time was imposed.

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Sean McCann Represents Scotland at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Sean McCann, Madeleine McCann’s younger brother, has been selected to swim for Scotland at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, with his twin Amelie also on the squad and fellow veteran Duncan Scott among the stars he will race alongside. The 21-year-old distance freestyle specialist, who trains at Loughborough University and has previous Commonwealth Youth Games experience, hopes the Games will propel him toward Team GB and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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Dozens Hospitalized in Costa del Sol Pool Gas

More than 60 tourists, including British nationals, were hospitalized with toxic gas poisoning after a fault in a Costa del Sol hotel pool’s chemical system near Marbella, with a circuit-breaker trip on the pump that injects chlorine and acid cited as the cause; the pool has been sealed and investigations are underway, with some guests considering legal action. The hotel has not been named publicly.

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Two-year-old mauled by dog in Staffordshire pub

Two-year-old boy mauled by a dog in the pub beer garden at The Wulstan in Wolstanton, Staffordshire, suffering serious facial injuries with witnesses describing blood and distress as investigators look into the incident. Separately, in Kasaragod, India, a one-year-old was seriously injured by a stray dog in his home courtyard, prompting calls for measures to curb the stray dog problem.

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Paredes seeks Kane red card

In a heated World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina, Leandro Paredes attempted to get Harry Kane sent off after Kane briefly covered his mouth while addressing the referee under a new mouth-covering rule. The incident drew sharp criticism from Rooney, Hart and others, who labeled Paredes’s move “ridiculous” or “pathetic,” while commentators noted Kane’s ongoing attempts to communicate with officials.

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