Weight loss drugs could save airlines money on fuel as Americans shed pounds
As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
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As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
For years, she seemed powerless against a fluctuating weight problem, until new medications, and a new attitude, gave Oprah Winfrey a breakthrough. She talks with Jane Pauley about "Enough," a new book co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff, about her weight-loss success.
The media superstar, who has struggled with weight for much of her life, and a Yale School of Medicine doctor team up for a book that examines the biology of obesity, offering a new way forward.
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
Popular weight loss drugs like GLP-1 injections are helping millions of people lose pounds. But a new study shows that stopping these medications can cause the weight to rapidly come back and reverse positive health effects. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
New research suggests that after stopping the use of weight loss drugs, weight regain is almost four times faster compared to after traditional diet and physical exercise programs. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what the study found.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
The FDA has approved the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss and it's expected in pharmacies in the coming weeks. Dr. Holly Lofton, director of the Medical Weight Management Program at NYU Langone, joins CBS News to discuss.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
The FDA has approved the pill version of the weight loss drug Wegovy, the first oral medication of its kind. The new pills are expected to be available in a few weeks. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
The rise in the use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs across the U.S. is shifting not only scales, but also how Americans are spending their time and money. Washington Post retail reporter Jaclyn Peiser explains.
A recent KFF poll revealed that one in eight adults in the U.S. is currently taking a GLP-1 weight loss drug. As more people start using them, some are talking about the unexpected side effects, including muscle loss and weakness. Senior Vox correspondent Dylan Scott joins CBS News to share what patients told him.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
Experts say roughly six in 10 cats in the U.S. are carrying too much weight. A new clinical trial, "MEOW-1," could change that, testing to see if GLP-1 weight loss drugs can be used on pets. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Weight loss drugs for Americans have skyrocketed to success. Now, the GLP-1 frenzy could be heading to a new frontier: your pets. A San Francisco biopharmaceutical company says it is conducting a pilot study on a GLP-1 drug for cats with obesity. Okava CEO Michael Klotsman joins CBS News to discuss.
President Trump announced a deal on Thursday that will lower the cost of some weight loss drugs for certain eligible Americans. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the details of the deal and how much Americans can expect to pay.
The deal, with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, is expected to lower the price of obesity drugs to between $149 and $350 per month in some cases, officials said.
President Trump announced a deal with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk on Thursday to lower the cost of their weight loss drugs for some Americans. Dr. Holly Lofton, NYU Langone Medical's weight management program director, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
President Trump on Thursday unveiled agreements slashing the prices of two pharmaceutical companies' weight loss drugs. Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar joins "The Takeout" to unpack the cost-cutting effort.
Some people on weight loss drugs may be able to get them at a much lower cost next year after President Trump announced a new deal on Thursday with the drug makers of certain GLP-1s. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
The Trump administration announced Thursday a deal to lower the price of weight loss drugs for some Americans. Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, founder of Beyond Clinical Walls, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the news.
President Trump announced Thursday a deal with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to reduce prices for popular weight loss drugs for some Americans. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
President Trump announced a deal to lower the price of weight loss drugs for some Americans. CBS News' Jennifer Jacobs has more.
As more Americans turn to weight loss drugs, the U.S. adult obesity rate is declining, according to new survey data from Gallup.
Shoppers can now find Ozempic and Wegovy at Costco. It says it is partnering with drugmaker Novo Nordisk to offer the drugs at a steep discount for members with a prescription. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
President Trump's comments came shortly after he said that the U.S. military had conducted "one of the most power bombing raids" on a vital Iranian oil hub.
A federal judge has quashed a pair of grand jury subpoenas sent to the Federal Reserve Board as part of a criminal probe by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's office.
Matt Floca will be the new CEO and executive director of the Kennedy Center, President Trump announced.
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
The U.S. military has confirmed that all six crew members were killed when an American KC-135 refueling plane taking part in the Iran war crashed in western Iraq.
Jan Carey was facing two misdemeanor criminal counts in Washington, D.C., federal court.
Nine defendants were on trial on charges related to the July 4 attack on the Prairieland ICE detention center in North Texas.
The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and opened fire, but he was the only one killed, law enforcement officials said.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Clinton, New Jersey, is known primarily for its old grist mill, its quaint downtown, and its historic resident, "Dave the Rave."
Jan Carey was facing two misdemeanor criminal counts in Washington, D.C., federal court.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
Matt Floca will be the new CEO and executive director of the Kennedy Center, President Trump announced.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
U.S. gas prices are surging as the Iran war drives up the global cost of oil. But what exactly accounts for what you pay at the pump?
Planning a trip? Travel experts recommend booking your flight soon as the Iran war drives up airline and ticket costs.
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Jan Carey was facing two misdemeanor criminal counts in Washington, D.C., federal court.
Matt Floca will be the new CEO and executive director of the Kennedy Center, President Trump announced.
A security detail has been requested from the federal health department's inspector general for top federal housing official Bill Pulte.
Richard Kahn, who worked closely with Epstein for more than a decade, testified before the Oversight Committee on Wednesday.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Amsterdam's mayor said police have CCTV footage of a person placing the explosive device against the school's exterior wall.
The latest release of oil follows historic withdrawals from the Biden administration to combat gas prices from the Ukraine war.
Notorious Latin American narco trafficker Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was handed over to U.S. authorities after his arrest Friday in Bolivia.
The head of an advocacy group said 21 people were facing charges under the UAE's cybercrime laws as of Thursday, including a 60-year-old British tourist.
Suspected Iranian cyber and drone attacks are already impacting U.S. tech companies, and Iran says a list of American firms are now on its target list.
The 98th Academy Awards Sunday will feature a battle of vampires versus revolutionaries as the films "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" compete for many of the show's top prizes. Nigel Smith, senior movies editor for People, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with the latest details on preparations for SXSW 2026.
The 98th annual Academy Awards will be held on Sunday. With 10 films nominated for the night's biggest honor, best picture, an expert says there are only two major contenders. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner previews Hollywood's big night.
Grammy-winning artist James Blake speaks about making his first solo album as an independent artist. He talks to Anthony Mason about why he decided to leave his record label, what it's like to work with some of the world's biggest musicians and the passion behind his music.
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, 22, who is charged with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk.
The suspect in the Michigan synagogue attack died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the FBI said at a news conference on Friday. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi has the latest.
Officials in Michigan gave an update about Thursday's synagogue car ramming attack that the FBI is investigating as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
The U.S. is on high alert after two separate domestic attacks on Thursday: A shooting at Old Dominion University, and a car ramming at a Michigan synagogue. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest details on the incidents.
CBS News has learned that the man who attacked a Michigan synagogue on Thursday purchased $2,000 worth of fireworks days before the incident. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
A Hawaii man gathers his group of friends to teach surfing lessons to strangers – and there is a powerful reason why they don't charge a cent. Plus, more heartwarming news.
Then-President Richard Nixon addressed the nation from the Oval Office during the 1973 energy crisis. Fueled by the Yom Kippur War, members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries in the Middle East banned the sale of oil to the U.S. and other countries, sharply raising gas prices for Americans as they faced their first fuel shortage since WWII.
On Nov. 29, 1973, CBS News aired a special report titled "Making It Through This Winter," spotlighting the ways Americans were making do amid the oil crisis. Watch the program in full.
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Rideshare company Lyft will ensure the rights of passengers with service animals under a settlement announced this week. This comes after a Minnesota woman who is blind reported that multiple drivers refused to let her service dog in their cars.