India News | Himachal Govt Removes Gutkha, Liquor Ads from Buses; Unveils Major HRTC Reformsanchester City are going through a terrible time in all their competitions and it seems that they are on a slide from which, at least this season, they will not be able to get out This Thursday, as part of the traditional celebrations, they drew at home to , in what is their fourth game without a win in the Premier League and with a deep crisis of results that threaten, above all, their participation in the Champions League, where they are on the verge of elimination in the first round The let the game slip away after the ' ' goalkeeper saved a penalty from Erling Haaland. The poor result increases the pressure on Spanish coach Pep Guardiola, who recently extended his contract after hesitating to renew with the club in search of a project with a national team To try to save the tournament, indicated that the club will try to strengthen itself with a significant investment in the winter market. However, he acknowledged that the team is at real risk of being eliminated from the in the league phase and could also break a spectacular run of 15 consecutive years participating in the However, the club ended the year with just one win in their last nine games and have already slipped to sixth place in the table, 11 points behind leaders Liverpool, with two more games to play Although the situation is serious, it still has time to be reversed, as it is three points behind who are fourth in the table, the last place that gets a direct place in the "When I said it before, people laughed. They said: 'qualifying for the is not a great success'. But I know it because it happens with the clubs in this country," said Pep before the match against And he acknowledged that the squad has been weakened, so reinforcements are urgently needed: Poor result against Everton In addition, the team has not won in its last 13 matches in all competitions, with Thursday's draw, and they could not take advantage of the home match against one of the bottom teams in the standings. They only had 20 interesting minutes and managed to take the lead with a goal from , but there was still a long way to go in the game. In their first dangerous play, took advantage of an erratic cross that let go, the ball reached the far post and , who had to cover that area, was careless and gave way to Iliman Ndiaye who finished off on the bounce, to beat , with a great finish The draw accentuated the insecurity in City's players, but they were presented with another clear opportunity when , in the second half, brought down in a clear penalty. asked for the ball, while approached him to try to distract him and stuck his tongue out at him. Finally, guessed and saved the shot and in the counter-attack, although the Norwegian scored, the referee ruled it out for offside. City will end the week 11 points behind the Reds and could be 17 if Liverpool win their games in hand and three points in the Champions League, where they are playing for a playoff place to stay alive in January against PSG.
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AFTER their bitter 15-year feud, you might expect Noel and Liam Gallagher's mum to be delighted that her sons are on speaking terms again. But Noel has revealed that 81-year-old Peggy “couldn’t give a s**t” that he and his brother have reconciled for their Oasis reunion tour next year. Advertisement 14 Noel Gallagher has revealed his mother's reaction to news of the Oasis reunion Credit: Instagram/Oasis 14 Peggy still lives in the modest Manchester council house where she brought up her three children Credit: Alamy The Don’t Look Back In Anger singer says his mum, who was born in County Mayo in Ireland, was indifferent to her boys finally burying the hatchet. Noel added: “My mum couldn’t give a s**t. My mum never gave a s**t, never. You know what Irish mums are like? "When we told her we were getting back together, she said, ‘Sure, that will be nice’. That was it.” Even so, Noel said he and Liam are determined to get her to one of their gigs next year, and added: “We’ll try and get her to Dublin.” Advertisement READ MORE ON OASIS jazzing it up Liam Gallagher ‘confirms’ Oasis line up for reunion tours No way sis Oasis ‘returns to Knebworth House’ 28 years later Although her sons have a net worth of £58million, Peggy still lives in the modest Manchester council house where she brought up her three children. Speaking at the National Portrait Gallery for the Zoe Law Legends exhibition, he said: “People get f***ing shot up the road and she still leaves the door open.” Now that the brothers are both in their fifties, Noel said neither of them plans to go wild on their tour, after their infamous Wembley gig in 2000 was labelled a “low point” — with Liam drinking on stage and singing the wrong lyrics. Noel said: “No, it won’t be as raucous as back in the day, because we’re on the wrong side of 50 now, so we’re too old. “We’re too old to give a s**t now, so there won’t be any fallouts, there won’t be any fighting. It’s a lap of honour for the band.” Advertisement Most read in Bizarre Exclusive SOLD FIRM Scott Brown's stunning new £2m mansion used to belong to Rangers supremo DEATH PROBE Appeal launched after man found dead following one car crash DAILY STRUGGLE TV legend reveals he can't tie his own shoelaces in tragic dementia update Exclusive BOTTOMS UP The boozy brunch hotspot where revellers flash their boobs & have sex outside Asked if they have been getting in shape for the tour — which is expected to bank them £400million — he added: “Well, I still drink, and I think Liam still drinks.” He did not rule out adding extra dates to the sold-out tour after fans slammed the band for dynamic pricing , which sees the cost of tickets rise in relation to demand, with some being quoted more than £350. Oasis ‘returns to Knebworth House’ after 28 years as tribute act perform at famous venue So is he happy to have healed his long-running feud? “Of course, yes,” he said. Seems the brothers are back in business. Advertisement New Oasis tunes? NOEL GALLAGHER has registered a new song in recent weeks, which is bound to set tongues wagging. The rocker logged Leave This City on music database ASCAP, which comes amid repeated insistence from Oasis’s team they have “no plans” to release new music. An insider said: “We know Noel has been in the studio for the last few months making his own music, so it’s possible he and Liam could put out a single.” Come on, lads, give the fans what they want. Taylor turns gridiron to hot TAYLOR SWIFT is one red-hot cheerleader as she steps out to watch boyfriend Travis Kelce in American football gridiron action. She looked festive in a Louis Vuitton zipped jumper and platform boots, cheering and celebrating in the stands as Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs narrowly defeated the Las Vegas Raiders. 14 Taylor Swift stepped out to watch boyfriend Travis Kelce in American football gridiron action Credit: Reuters 14 Taylor cheered on the Chiefs during Black Friday Football at the Arrowhead Stadium Credit: Rex Advertisement Taylor’s dad Scott and Travis’s mum Donna were also with the hitmaker at the Black Friday game and joined in the whooping and hollering. But Taylor will be quickly back to work as she wraps up her Eras Tour next week in Vancouver, Canada. I am sure Travis will return the favour and be right there cheering her on along with her army of fans. 14 The star was hollering and yelling throughout the match Credit: Rex Advertisement 14 Swift and Kelce's relationship first started in July 2023 Credit: Getty Pretty penny for Elsa ELSA HOSK is the latest celebrity to sign with online fashion retailer Pretty Little Thing in a six-figure deal. The Swedish Victoria’s Secret Angel follows in the footsteps of model Naomi Campbell, who released a range with the brand last year. 14 Swedish model Elsa Hosk is the latest celebrity to sign with online fashion retailer Pretty Little Thing Credit: Instagram Advertisement A pal of Elsa’s tells me: “PLT is going more high end, focusing on quality and raising the game in the style world. “Her shoot will drop in the next few weeks in time for Christmas, with vintage vibes and faux fur.” Sounds festive . . . Miley's new romance SHE sang about buying her own flowers after her split with actor Liam Hemsworth, but now Miley Cyrus is getting romance and more from boyfriend Maxx Morando. Her musician lover, who she was first linked to in 2022, has been helping her with new album Something Beautiful, set for release next year. Miley said: “I am so honest and open in this album. It made it easier working with somebody who I love.” Fatboy robbed before gig FATBOY SLIM has revealed he was robbed at London’s Euston station. Advertisement The DJ told on social media how the drama unfolded as he was on his way to the Drumsheds venue in Tottenham, North London, to play a gig. 14 Fatboy Slim has revealed he was robbed at London’s Euston station Credit: Splash A source said: “Fatboy managed to make it to the event and reported the incident to police. “He was undeniably shaken by the incident but was more concerned that he would let down fans that had turned up to see him.” Advertisement Fatboy, whose real name is Norman Cook, replied to the event’s creative producer Hannah Ford on Instagram after she posted a collection of pictures of artwork that had transformed the venue for the sold-out event. He replied: “Thank you so much for your hard work and creativity. “So gutted I didn’t get a chance to check out your work (we got robbed at Euston station on our way there . . . )” Fatboy, who was married to Radio 2 star Zoe Ball until 2020, is set to play at the Faena Theater in Miami, Florida, on Tuesday as part of his new tour. Advertisement It follows the release of his single Bus Stop Please with Daniel Steinberg on his own label, Southern Fried Records. Ncuti's Wilde time on stage WITH a missing handbag and a mischievously camp sub-plot, The Importance Of Being Earnest at the National Theatre felt like a drop of sunshine under the grey skies of London on Thursday night. Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa takes one of the lead roles in this joyful version of Oscar Wilde’s 1895 farce, which centres on two friends, Algernon Moncrieff and Jack Worthing. 14 Ncuti Gatwa took one of the lead roles in this joyful version of The Importance Of Being Earnest Credit: Handout/Marc Brenner Advertisement 14 The opening scene sees Ncuti dancing in a pink gown and playing the piano at a raucous party Credit: Handout/Marc Brenner As young, eligible bachelors, they both adopt different personas to escape the confines of society and impress the ladies. Jack, played by Mamma Mia! star Hugh Skinner , goes by Earnest when he’s out in the city, while cross-dressing Algernon, played by Ncuti, also uses the same fake name for his alter-ego. The opening scene sees Ncuti dancing in a pink gown and playing the piano at a raucous party – a world away from Algernon’s usual life as an upper-class gentleman in London. Advertisement But his and Jack’s double lives come undone when they both fall in love under their pretend names. The climax comes as Jack, who was found as a baby in a handbag at London’s Victoria station, appears on top of the stage’s curtain with the very same bag to prove his real identity. I only wish I had lost my own bag so I can return to watch this brilliant adaptation again. Bandit eyeing Glasto CLEAN BANDIT have revealed they are set to play Glastonbury next year. Advertisement The electronic music trio have performed at Worthy Farm three times previously, but are now eyeing a triumphant return to the festival. 14 Clean Bandit have revealed they are set to play Glastonbury next year, pictured cellist Grace Chatto Credit: Alamy Cellist Grace Chatto said: “We are hoping to be on that line-up, it’s looking likely. “We’re ready to go back, as we last played seven years ago in 2017. Advertisement “It’s time – we love the vibe there and it’s so fun getting to meet so many of our fans.” Read more on the Scottish Sun SIP SIP HOORAY Exact time Coca-Cola truck arrives in Scotland tomorrow for Xmas tour FESTIVE CHEER Scots Xmas market tops London's Winter Wonderland as 'most stunning' in UK Grace also teased that the band have an exciting collaboration with a huge American artist possibly lined up to happen next year. She added: “It’s an amazing singer from across the Pond – but it’s too soon to say just in case we don’t pull it off.” Party of the week THE RCA Sony Music Christmas Showcase at Stereo, Covent Garden, central London, Tuesday. WHO WAS THERE: Cat Burns, Sasha Keable, Louis Dunford and Ossi Grace. WHAT WE ATE: Mini hash browns, smoked salmon canapes and mini fish fingers. WHAT WE DRANK: Margarita and Paloma cocktails along with champagne. This week who would I... Avoid 14 Kate Moss for her new range with high street chain Zara – it’s gorgeous Credit: Mert and Marcus Advertisement Marry 14 Charli XCX playing a stunning show at London’s O2 arena on Thursday. Brat winter is coming Credit: Splash Avoid 14 The trigger warning over witch Elphaba’s green skin in new musical film Wicked Credit: © Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
GEELONG, Australia, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Revolution plc (Nasdaq: CREV) (the “Company”), a Tier 1 OEM supplier and the leading global manufacturer of lightweight advanced technology automotive carbon fiber wheels, today announced that the Company has received a notification letter (the “Letter”) from the Listing Qualifications Department of the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) indicating that the Company is not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) as a result of the Company’s delay in filing its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 (the “Annual Report”). The Letter has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company’s ordinary shares or warrants on Nasdaq. The Letter stated that, under Nasdaq rules, the Company has until 60 calendar days after receipt of the Letter, which is January 21, 2025, to submit a plan to regain compliance, and that if a plan is submitted and accepted, Nasdaq could grant the Company an exception of up to 180 calendar days from the filing’s due date, or until May 14, 2025, to regain compliance. If Nasdaq does not accept the Company’s plan, then the Company will have the opportunity to appeal that decision to a Nasdaq hearings panel. The Company continues to work diligently to file its Annual Report as promptly as practical to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1). About Carbon Revolution plc Carbon Revolution plc (Nasdaq: CREV) (the “Company” or “Carbon Revolution”) is the parent of Carbon Revolution Pty Ltd, an early-stage growth company which has successfully innovated, commercialized and industrialized the advanced manufacture of carbon fiber wheels for the global automotive industry. The Company has progressed from single prototypes to designing and manufacturing lightweight wheels for cars and SUVs in the high performance, premium and luxury segments, for the world’s most prestigious automotive brands. Carbon Revolution is creating a significant and sustainable advanced technology business that supplies its lightweight wheel technology to automotive manufacturers around the world. For more information, visit carbonrev.com Forward Looking Statements All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this communication are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of words such as “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “predict,” “potential,” “seem,” “seek,” “future,” “outlook,” “target” or other similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the expectation of continued listing of Carbon Revolution’s ordinary shares and warrants on Nasdaq, the Company’s ability to file its Annual Report and promptly regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), the future financial performance, business strategies, financings and expectations for the Company’s business. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this communication, and on the current expectations of Carbon Revolution’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and may differ from such assumptions, and such differences may be material. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Carbon Revolution. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including (i) the ability to maintain the listing of Carbon Revolution’s securities on Nasdaq or any other exchange on which such securities may be listed in the future; (ii) the failure to realize the benefits of being listed on a U.S. securities exchange and publicly-traded in the United States; (iii) Carbon Revolution's liquidity, including its ability to pay its obligations and to issue equity, refinance its indebtedness or otherwise obtain financing at all or on acceptable terms, (iv) risks related to its ability to meet financial covenants and other key covenants under existing financing arrangements or to obtain waivers or forbearance from compliance with such covenants, which could result in the acceleration of outstanding indebtedness, (v) changes in domestic and foreign business, market, financial, political and legal conditions; (vi) risks related to the rollout of Carbon Revolution’s business strategy and the timing of expected business milestones; (vii) the effects of competition on Carbon Revolution’s future business and the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth, establish and maintain relationships with customers and retain its management and key employees; (viii) risks related to domestic and international political and macroeconomic uncertainty, including the Russia-Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East; (ix) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Carbon Revolution; (x) the impact of pandemic and governmental responses on any of the foregoing risks; (xi) risks related to Carbon Revolution’s industry; (xii) changes in laws and regulations; and (xiii) those factors discussed in the documents Carbon Revolution filed with the SEC, including the Shell Company Report on Form 20-F. If any of these risks materialize or Carbon Revolution’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that Carbon Revolution does not presently know or that Carbon Revolution currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect Carbon Revolution’s expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this communication. Carbon Revolution anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause Carbon Revolution’s assessments to change. However, while Carbon Revolution may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, Carbon Revolution specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, unless required by applicable law. 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The Seattle Seahawks placed leading rusher Kenneth Walker III on injured reserve due to an ankle injury and signed George Holani off the practice squad on Thursday afternoon. Walker had been ruled out earlier in the day ahead of Thursday's game against the host Chicago Bears. He returned from a two-game absence due to an ailing calf on Sunday before injuring his ankle in the Seahawks' 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Zach Charbonnet is set to shoulder the load in the backfield for the Seahawks (8-7), who have lost two in a row heading into Thursday's game against the Bears (4-11). Seattle is in a must-win situation. Even if the Seahawks can top Chicago and beat the Los Angeles Rams in Week 18, they still might miss out on the postseason because of the strength-of-victory tiebreaker. Walker, 24, leads Seattle in carries (153) and rushing yards (573) to go along with seven rushing touchdowns. Charbonnet, 23, has a team-best eight rushing touchdowns to go along with 106 carries for 453 yards. Holani, who turned 25 on Dec. 16, has three carries for 10 yards in three games this season. He is an undrafted rookie out of Boise State. The Seahawks also ruled out tight end Brady Russell (foot) and safety K'Von Wallace (ankle) for Thursday's game. Cornerback Artie Burns was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster for the contest. The Bears will be without defensive backs Elijah Hicks (ankle/foot) and Tarvarius Moore (knee), running back Travis Homer (hamstring) and offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (calf). --Field Level MediaMutual of America Capital Management LLC lessened its stake in Helen of Troy Limited ( NASDAQ:HELE – Free Report ) by 74.8% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 3,431 shares of the company’s stock after selling 10,203 shares during the quarter. Mutual of America Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Helen of Troy were worth $212,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the company. QRG Capital Management Inc. acquired a new position in Helen of Troy in the second quarter valued at approximately $289,000. Principal Financial Group Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Helen of Troy by 37.9% during the 3rd quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 124,834 shares of the company’s stock valued at $7,721,000 after purchasing an additional 34,318 shares in the last quarter. Earnest Partners LLC increased its holdings in shares of Helen of Troy by 2.7% during the 2nd quarter. Earnest Partners LLC now owns 666,256 shares of the company’s stock valued at $61,789,000 after purchasing an additional 17,741 shares in the last quarter. Algert Global LLC acquired a new position in shares of Helen of Troy in the 2nd quarter valued at $829,000. Finally, Marshall Wace LLP boosted its holdings in Helen of Troy by 1,178.7% during the second quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 51,302 shares of the company’s stock worth $4,758,000 after buying an additional 47,290 shares in the last quarter. Helen of Troy Stock Performance NASDAQ:HELE opened at $73.33 on Friday. The company has a fifty day moving average of $65.35 and a two-hundred day moving average of $71.96. Helen of Troy Limited has a fifty-two week low of $48.05 and a fifty-two week high of $127.83. The stock has a market capitalization of $1.68 billion, a PE ratio of 12.26, a P/E/G ratio of 1.42 and a beta of 0.85. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a current ratio of 1.77. Helen of Troy declared that its board has approved a stock buyback plan on Thursday, September 5th that permits the company to repurchase $500.00 million in shares. This repurchase authorization permits the company to purchase up to 39.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are generally an indication that the company’s board believes its shares are undervalued. Analyst Ratings Changes A number of brokerages have weighed in on HELE. Canaccord Genuity Group reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $84.00 price objective on shares of Helen of Troy in a research report on Monday, October 7th. DA Davidson upped their price target on Helen of Troy from $71.00 to $78.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Monday, November 25th. Check Out Our Latest Analysis on Helen of Troy Helen of Troy Profile ( Free Report ) Helen of Troy Limited provides various consumer products in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The company operates in two segments: Home & Outdoor and Beauty & Wellness. The Home & Outdoor segment offers food storage containers, kitchen utensils for cooking and preparing salads, fruits, vegetables and meats, graters, slicers and choppers, baking essentials, kitchen organization, bath, cleaning, infant and toddler products, and coffee preparation tools and electronics; and insulated beverageware, including bottles, travel tumblers, drinkware, mugs, food and lunch containers, insulated totes, soft coolers, outdoor kitchenware, and accessories. 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Washington Commanders release 2023 first-round pick Emmanuel ForbesUnlike scores of people who scrambled for the blockbuster drugs Ozempic and Wegovy to lose weight in recent years, Danielle Griffin had no trouble getting them. The 38-year-old information technology worker from New Mexico had a prescription. Her pharmacy had the drugs in stock. And her health insurance covered all but $25 to $50 of the monthly cost. For Griffin, the hardest part of using the new drugs wasn’t access. It was finding out that the much-hyped medications didn’t really work for her. “I have been on Wegovy for a year and a half and have only lost 13 pounds,” said Griffin, who watches her diet, drinks plenty of water and exercises regularly. “I’ve done everything right with no success. It’s discouraging.” In clinical trials, most participants taking Wegovy or Mounjaro to treat obesity lost an average of 15% to 22% of their body weight — up to 50 pounds or more in many cases. But roughly 10% to 15% of patients in those trials were “nonresponders” who lost less than 5% of their body weight. Now that millions of people have used the drugs, several obesity experts told The Associated Press that perhaps 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not respond well to the medications. It's a little-known consequence of the obesity drug boom, according to doctors who caution eager patients not to expect one-size-fits-all results. “It's all about explaining that different people have different responses,” said Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, an obesity expert at Massachusetts General Hospital The drugs are known as GLP-1 receptor agonists because they mimic a hormone in the body known as glucagon-like peptide 1. Genetics, hormones and variability in how the brain regulates energy can all influence weight — and a person's response to the drugs, Stanford said. Medical conditions such as sleep apnea can prevent weight loss, as can certain common medications, such as antidepressants, steroids and contraceptives. “This is a disease that stems from the brain,” said Stanford. “The dysfunction may not be the same” from patient to patient. Despite such cautions, patients are often upset when they start getting the weekly injections but the numbers on the scale barely budge. “It can be devastating,” said Dr. Katherine Saunders, an obesity expert at Weill Cornell Medicine and co-founder of the obesity treatment company FlyteHealth. “With such high expectations, there’s so much room for disappointment.” That was the case for Griffin, who has battled obesity since childhood and hoped to shed 70 pounds using Wegovy. The drug helped reduce her appetite and lowered her risk of diabetes, but she saw little change in weight. “It’s an emotional roller coaster,” she said. “You want it to work like it does for everybody else.” The medications are typically prescribed along with eating behavior and lifestyle changes. It’s usually clear within weeks whether someone will respond to the drugs, said Dr. Jody Dushay, an endocrine specialist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Weight loss typically begins right away and continues as the dosage increases. For some patients, that just doesn't happen. For others, side effects such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea force them to halt the medications, Dushay said. In such situations, patients who were counting on the new drugs to pare pounds may think they’re out of options. “I tell them: It's not game over,” Dushay said. Trying a different version of the new class of drugs may help. Griffin, who didn't respond well to Wegovy, has started using Zepbound, which targets an additional hormone pathway in the body. After three months of using the drug, she has lost 7 pounds. “I'm hoping it's slow and steady,” she said. Other people respond well to older drugs, the experts said. Changing diet, exercise, sleep and stress habits can also have profound effects. Figuring out what works typically requires a doctor trained to treat obesity, Saunders noted. “Obesity is such a complex disease that really needs to be treated very comprehensively,” she said. “If what we’re prescribing doesn’t work, we always have a backup plan.” The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science and Educational Media Group. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
