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NEED TO KNOW
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Anti-obesity drugs would become more available to Medicare enrollees, and drugmakers would reduce the average cost of the meds to about $250 over the next two years, under new deals announced by President Trump yesterday.
The details: The deals with Eli Lilly, which makes Zepbound, and Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, would dramatically lower the price of GLP-1s for eligible patients. In exchange, the pharmaceutical companies will get breaks on tariffs and a sped-up regulatory process. [CNN]
Eligibility: Experts said it wasn’t immediately clear who would benefit, especially with the out-of-pocket costs remaining high. Medicare already covers the drugs for certain medical conditions but is currently barred from covering them for weight loss alone. [NBC News]
Future of weight loss drugs: Eli Lilly announced early clinical trial results of its next-generation anti-obesity drug yesterday, saying that it could offer faster weight loss and additional health benefits. The drugs, known as amylin analogs, use a different hormone from GLP-1s. Read how they work. [ABC News]
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
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Marshawn Kneeland dies
The Dallas Cowboys announced the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland. He was 24. Police in Texas said they’re investigating his death as a “possible suicide.” Kneeland had a standout college career before playing for the Cowboys in 2024 and 2025. [Yahoo Sports]
Flight cuts disrupt travel
Hundreds of shutdown-related flight cancellations began this morning after the FAA ordered 10% cuts by next week. Experts warn that the disruptions could affect the entire system, including flights that are still running. If you’re traveling, these tips might help. [CBS News]
Pelosi’s retirement
Nancy Pelosi announced that she will not seek reelection in 2026, after nearly 40 years of representing San Francisco in Congress — including becoming the first female House speaker. “We have always led the way,” she told her constituents. Here’s who could replace her. [AP]
A ‘Wicked’ performance
In last night’s Wicked NBC special, movie stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo teamed up with Broadway stars Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth to sing “For Good.” Watch their performance and catch up on the show’s best moments. [People/Entertainment Weekly]
The King of Pop, revived
Can you feel it? Lionsgate dropped the first trailer for Michael, the big-screen biopic about the pop superstar starring his real-life nephew Jaafar Jackson. “It’s incredibly exciting to watch Jaafar bring Michael to life,” director Antoine Fuqua said. Take a look. [People]
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY
Rosalía
Now spinning
Lux, the new album from Spanish sensation Rosalía, is out, and critics are polarized. One says it’s a “saving grace” for pop; another calls her viral single “Berghain,” with its operatic singing in German and Spanish, monumental but confounding. [USA Today/The Guardian]
At the movies
Predator: Badlands might be the ninth movie in the sci-fi action franchise, but it’s the strongest since the 1987 original, at least according to one reviewer. Look out for dark humor, a surprising amount of gore and lessons about teamwork. [Variety]
Now streaming
Get ready, Walter White fans. The first two episodes of Pluribus, a new genre-bending drama from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan, are on Apple TV. The show recounts a world where its most miserable citizen must save humanity from happiness. [Entertainment Weekly]
On the livestream
This year’s Grammy nominees will be announced starting at 11 a.m. ET, with a who’s who of presenters, including Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Doechii. Here are some early predictions. Follow our live blog to see who they are. [L.A. Times/Yahoo Entertainment]
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TODAY IN HISTORY
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In 1966, Beatles legend John Lennon met the avant-garde Japanese artist Yoko Ono at a gallery in London, kick-starting a major 20th-century love story. But things weren’t always smooth sailing. The couple separated in 1973, before reconciling in 1974. “With John, her protective walls finally came down,” her biographer, David Sheff, said. [USA Today]
FEEL-GOOD MOMENT
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Jake Ratcliffe and his wife, Rosie, met and fell in love at his animal sanctuary. When they decided to get married there, they had an unusual ring bearer: Bunny, the disabled sheep that they rescued. “It only felt right to complete the full circle,” Rosie said. [People]
💡 P.S. Your daily advice: Is worrying about crime holding you back from enjoying your travels? Consider doing a little research into it. You may have less to worry about than you think. [USA Today]
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