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A significant trial of the daily weight-loss pill orforglipron has shown promising results, helping participants shed an average of 7.3kg (16lbs) over nine months while also reducing blood sugar levels in those with type 2 diabetes. Conducted by Eli Lilly, this phase 3 clinical trial positions orforglipron as a potential new treatment option in the ongoing fight against obesity and diabetes. The findings underscore the pill's effectiveness, contributing to its candidacy among new medications aimed...

SINGAPORE: Mr Chia Song Hwee will succeed Mr Tan Chong Meng as chairman of JTC Corporation on July 1, after being appointed chairman-designate starting May 1. Mr Tan, who led JTC through the pandemic and oversaw significant developments, will continue his leadership in other roles, including chairing the National University Health System board. The Ministry of Trade and Industry expressed gratitude for Mr Tan's contributions and welcomed Mr Chia, confident in his ability to further...

The article discusses the Trump administration's overreach in its dealings with major US institutions, suggesting that their aggressive tactics have led to a lack of significant pushback from entities like China, Harvard, and the Supreme Court. The piece highlights the involvement of prominent figures associated with Trump, such as JD Vance, Elon Musk, Russell Vought, Stephen Miller, and RFK Jr., who are characterized as fanatics. Written by Robert Reich, a former US secretary of labor...

SINGAPORE: A man was arrested in Hougang on Thursday (Apr 17) after allegedly slashing a person and injuring three police officers during his apprehension. The police responded to multiple calls at around 1.10pm, finding the 22-year-old suspect running naked, who had previously attacked a 31-year-old man. While officers attempted to arrest him, he allegedly assaulted them with a wooden plank, resulting in minor injuries for three officers; he was charged with causing grievous harm and...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: The Workers' Party (WP) announced four new candidates, including Mr. Abdul Muhaimin Abdul Malik for Sengkang GRC and Mr. Kenneth Tiong for Aljunied GRC, at a press conference unveiling their manifesto. Ms. Siti Alia Abdul Rahim Mattar, a lawyer, and Ms. Eileen Chong Pei...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: An 84-year-old woman, Dionne Marie Hanna, featured in the Netflix documentary "Con Mum," faces multiple fraud charges totaling about S$500,000. She allegedly deceived her biological son and other victims through false promises of investment opportunities and inheritance claims. Remanded without bail, Hanna's next court date is scheduled for May 16, and she has yet to indicate her plea regarding the five counts of fraud by false representation.Source:...