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Eli Lilly has released full phase 3 data on retatrutide, intensifying competition in the fast-growing obesity drug market and reinforcing investor focus on next-generation weight-loss therapies. The results add to a broader pipeline battle that is increasingly centered on efficacy, durability, and potential benefits beyond weight reduction.
Paramount CEO David Ellison's recent antitrust settlement has alleviated immediate concerns in Hollywood, but skepticism lingers over the future of theatrical releases post-agreement. The five-year deal raises questions about the sustainability of Paramount's strategy in a rapidly evolving entertainment landscape.
Manchester City have been found guilty of all but one of the 115 alleged breaches of the Premier League's financial rules, according to reports from The Athletic and The Times. The club is expected to appeal, setting up what could become one of the most consequential legal and sporting battles in English football history.
At 40, Joshna Chinappa is back at the Asian Games for a record seventh appearance, still competing at a high level nearly 24 years after her debut in Busan. The veteran squash star says she never imagined reaching this milestone, but remains focused on helping India in the women's team and mixed doubles events at Aichi-Nagoya.
Benedict Cumberbatch has described presenting the Open Planet documentary How to Live on Earth as a deeply energising experience that sharpened his understanding of the natural world. The actor said the film's humour, expert voices and three-part structure helped him avoid imitating Sir David Attenborough while still bringing authority and authenticity to the project.
David Attenborough's influence in India extends far beyond television, shaping how writers, conservationists and policymakers think about biodiversity, storytelling and environmental responsibility. In reflections shared by Jairam Ramesh, Stephen Alter, Neha Sinha and Ranjit Lal, Attenborough emerges as both a cultural force and a moral reference point in India's ongoing debate over conservation and development.
Paramount CEO David Ellison has won state antitrust approval for the company's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by promising a sustained theatrical release slate, including at least 30 films a year in 2027 and 2028 and 32 films annually from 2029 through 2031. While major cinema operators have welcomed the commitment, some exhibitors remain skeptical about whether the merged studio can deliver enough high-quality releases — and whether the promise will hold after the five-year agreement expires.
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