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  • Qué pasa cuando dejas las inyecciones para perder peso

    Qué pasa cuando dejas las inyecciones para perder peso


    Dos mujeres sonríen a la cámara. La de la izquierda, Ellen, tiene el pelo largo y rubio. La de la derecha, Tanya, tiene el pelo largo y pelirrojo.
    Pie de foto, Ellen y Tanya han perdido peso usando GLP-1, pero han tenido experiencias muy diferentes al dejar la medicación.

      • Autor, Ruth Clegg y Holly Jennings
      • Título del autor, BBC News
    • Tiempo de lectura: 7 min

    “Es como un interruptor que se activa y al instante te quedas muerto de hambre”.

    Tanya Hall ha intentado dejar las inyecciones que ayudan a bajar de peso varias veces. Pero cada vez que lo hace, el ruido de la comida regresa y lo hace con fuerza.

    Las inyecciones para bajar de peso, o GLP-1, han logrado para muchos lo que las dietas jamás lograron. Ese zumbido constante que les decía que comieran incluso cuando estaban llenos se ha desactivado.

    Los medicamentos han devuelto a quienes nunca pensaron que podrían perder peso una nueva forma corporal, una nueva perspectiva y, en muchos casos, una vida completamente diferente.

    Pero no puedes seguir usándolas para siempre, ¿verdad? ¿O sí? Bueno, ese es uno de los problemas, nadie lo sabe con certeza.



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  • Diogo Jota’s sons to join mascots for Liverpool v Wolves at Anfield

    Diogo Jota’s sons to join mascots for Liverpool v Wolves at Anfield


    “Reflecting on everything that has happened over the last 12 months ignites a rollercoaster of emotions but it is normal at this time of year to look back to everything that has happened,” said Slot.

    “Doing so leads me to think especially of the family of Diogo Jota on what will be their first Christmas without him.

    “It is not my place to tell them where they should look for comfort – if that is even possible – but I can only hope that the feeling of love and affection that Diogo still generates brings them some solace.”

    Jota scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for Liverpool, helping them win the FA Cup and League Cup in 2022 and the Premier League title last season.

    The forward joined Wolves on an initial season-long loan deal from Atletico Madrid in 2017 and went on to score 44 goals in 131 appearances.



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  • Bolsonaro remains hospitalized after hernia surgery — MercoPress

    Bolsonaro remains hospitalized after hernia surgery — MercoPress


    Bolsonaro remains hospitalized after hernia surgery

    Friday, December 26th 2025 – 10:20 UTC


    A new procedure on Bolsonaro might be deemed necessary on Dec. 29
    A new procedure on Bolsonaro might be deemed necessary on Dec. 29

    Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro remains under heavy guard at the DF Star Hospital in Brasília following a three-hour surgical procedure to repair a bilateral inguinal hernia. The surgery, performed on Christmas Day, was described by medical staff as successful and without immediate complications.

    The procedure was led by general surgeon Claudio Birolini and cardiologist Brasil Caiado. According to the medical team, the surgery addressed a significant hernia on Bolsonaro’s right side and a developing one on the left.

    While the repair was successful, the 70-year-old former leader is currently suffering from persistent hiccup attacks, a complication that has affected him during previous hospitalizations. Physicians have optimized his medication and adjusted his diet to manage the hiccups.

    If the condition does not improve by Monday, the team is considering an anesthetic blockade of the phrenic nerve. Birolini warned that this invasive procedure entails the risk of temporary diaphragm paralysis, which would necessitate artificial respiratory support until the anesthetic wears off.

    Bolsonaro’s hospitalization was authorized by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre De Moraes. The former president is currently serving a 27-year and three-month prison sentence for his role in the attempted coup d’état of January 8, 2023. Hence, Bolsonaro’s room is permanently monitored by two Federal Police officers.

    Per court order, only his wife, Michelle Bolsonaro, and a maximum of two additional visitors are allowed in the room at any time.

    When questioned about recommending a transition to house arrest for recovery, Dr. Caiado stated the team is taking a “step-by-step” approach, calling any premature recommendation “imprudent.”

    Bolsonaro is expected to remain hospitalized for five to seven days, with physiotherapy scheduled to begin on Friday. In addition to hernia recovery, doctors may perform a new endoscopy to evaluate chronic issues, including esophagitis, gastritis, and acid reflux.





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  • Brazil eyes Italian weaponry to boost defense capabilities — MercoPress

    Brazil eyes Italian weaponry to boost defense capabilities — MercoPress


    Brazil eyes Italian weaponry to boost defense capabilities

    Friday, December 26th 2025 – 10:22 UTC


    The Italian missiles prevailed over India's offer of older equipment
    The Italian missiles prevailed over India’s offer of older equipment

    Brazil’s Army has made significant progress in acquiring a sophisticated anti-aircraft defense system, with Italy’s MBDA emerging as the primary candidate. The deal, valued at around US$600 million, aims to address a critical gap in the country’s security infrastructure.

    The acquisition centers on the EMADS (Enhanced Modular Air Defense Solutions) system, which would represent a major technological leap for Latin America, allowing Brazil to intercept high-altitude drones and cruise missiles.

    South America’s largest country’s current surface-to-air capabilities are limited to targets below 3,000 meters (approx. 10,000 feet). The new system will significantly extend this ceiling.

    The EMADS system uses the same family of missiles that will be deployed on the Navy’s new Tamandaré-class frigates, allowing for shared logistics and training across the Armed Forces.

    The Army plans to deploy two artillery batteries—each equipped with 96 missiles—across three strategic locations: Jundiaí (in the State of São Paulo) to protect the nation’s primary economic and industrial hub, and in Brasília to safeguard the federal capital and seat of government. A third location in the North is under consideration to shield strategic borders or resources in the Amazon.

    Negotiations with Indian firms (BDL and BEL) stalled recently. According to military sources, India attempted to sell an older generation of the Akash system. The most modern Indian versions utilize Israeli technology, which India was reportedly hesitant to share.

    Brazil insisted on a cutting-edge system with full technological transparency. Additionally, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s administration is now pursuing a direct government-to-government deal with Italy to streamline the process and ensure long-term support.

    A critical component of the negotiation is the technological offset. Brazil is pushing for a transfer of technology that would empower Embraer Defense & Security to develop and manufacture advanced radar systems domestically.

    By choosing EMADS, Brazil also gains “Soft Vertical Launch” technology. Unlike the Indian Akash (which requires the launcher to turn toward the threat), the CAMM missile is ejected cold and then ignites its motor in mid-air to point at the target, which allows for faster reaction times against “swarming” drone attacks or maneuvering cruise missiles.

    As of December 2025, the naval program at the TKMS Estaleiro Brasil Sul shipyard is hitting peak production milestones, with the F200 Tamandaré frigate soon to enter service, while construction of the F202 Cunha Moreira began in late 2024 and is currently in the hull-block assembly stage. The F201 Jerônimo de Albuquerque has already been launched.





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  • Bolsonaro remains hospitalized after hernia surgery — MercoPress

    Bolsonaro remains hospitalized after hernia surgery — MercoPress


    Bolsonaro remains hospitalized after hernia surgery

    Friday, December 26th 2025 – 10:20 UTC


    A new procedure on Bolsonaro might be deemed necessary on Dec. 29
    A new procedure on Bolsonaro might be deemed necessary on Dec. 29

    Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro remains under heavy guard at the DF Star Hospital in Brasília following a three-hour surgical procedure to repair a bilateral inguinal hernia. The surgery, performed on Christmas Day, was described by medical staff as successful and without immediate complications.

    The procedure was led by general surgeon Claudio Birolini and cardiologist Brasil Caiado. According to the medical team, the surgery addressed a significant hernia on Bolsonaro’s right side and a developing one on the left.

    While the repair was successful, the 70-year-old former leader is currently suffering from persistent hiccup attacks, a complication that has affected him during previous hospitalizations. Physicians have optimized his medication and adjusted his diet to manage the hiccups.

    If the condition does not improve by Monday, the team is considering an anesthetic blockade of the phrenic nerve. Birolini warned that this invasive procedure entails the risk of temporary diaphragm paralysis, which would necessitate artificial respiratory support until the anesthetic wears off.

    Bolsonaro’s hospitalization was authorized by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre De Moraes. The former president is currently serving a 27-year and three-month prison sentence for his role in the attempted coup d’état of January 8, 2023. Hence, Bolsonaro’s room is permanently monitored by two Federal Police officers.

    Per court order, only his wife, Michelle Bolsonaro, and a maximum of two additional visitors are allowed in the room at any time.

    When questioned about recommending a transition to house arrest for recovery, Dr. Caiado stated the team is taking a “step-by-step” approach, calling any premature recommendation “imprudent.”

    Bolsonaro is expected to remain hospitalized for five to seven days, with physiotherapy scheduled to begin on Friday. In addition to hernia recovery, doctors may perform a new endoscopy to evaluate chronic issues, including esophagitis, gastritis, and acid reflux.





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  • 10 de las imágenes más sorprendentes de 2025

    10 de las imágenes más sorprendentes de 2025


    Un mujer con la cara cubierta de una sustancia pegajosa.

    Fuente de la imagen, Getty Images

      • Autor, Kelly Grovier
      • Título del autor, BBC Cultura
    • Tiempo de lectura: 7 min

    De rostros cubiertos de una sustancia pegajosa hasta barcos semihundidos, aquí tienes la lista elaborada por Kelly Grovier, un experto en historia del arte, con algunas de las fotografías más impactantes del año.

    1. Templo destruido en Myanmar

    Una pagoda parcialmente destruida en Mandalay, Myanmar.

    Fuente de la imagen, Reuters

    La conmovedora imagen de una pagoda parcialmente destruida en Mandalay, Myanmar, que sufrió un devastador terremoto de magnitud 7,7 el 28 de marzo, muestra la cabeza caída de una enorme estatua budista. El terremoto, que causó la muerte de más de 3.000 personas, se sintió incluso en China, India, Vietnam y Tailandia.

    El impactante contraste de escala entre la arquitectura tambaleante que atrae nuestra mirada y la colosal estatua derrumbada –que bloquea las vías de escape en la parte de atrás– resulta particularmente impactante. La destrucción causada por el sismo no será olvidada fácilmente por quienes sobrevivieron a ella.

    Aunque el pintor portugués,João Glama Ströberle, logró escapar de la iglesia donde asistía a misa cuando ocurrió el terremoto de Lisboa de 1755, nunca se libró de la devastación. Pasaría las siguientes tres décadas (1756-1792) planificando y pintando un elaborado cuadro que representaba el sufrimiento y los daños causados ​​por el terremoto.

    2. Crucero en las costas de Grecia

    Imagen cenital de un crucero abandonado en el Golfo de Elefsina, Grecia.

    Fuente de la imagen, Getty Images

    Ni completamente dentro del mar ni fuera de él, el casco oxidado del crucero abandonado MS Mediterranean Sky –que volcó en el golfo de Elefsina, al oeste de Atenas, en 2003– fue fotografiado en agosto en su estado perpetuo semisumergido. Durante más de 20 años, el buque ha permanecido medio hundido, deteriorándose lentamente, hasta caer en el olvido.



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  • Scottish gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, St Johnstone

    Scottish gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, St Johnstone


    Rangers have “initiated negotiations” with French midfielder Pierre Ekwah, but any deal could be complicated by a legal dispute between the player and Saint Etienne, who he has refused to play for since their relegation from Ligue 1. (Daily Record, external via Sport)

    Celtic are weighing up a move for Ivorian winger Jocelin Ta Bi, who is on loan at Hapoel Petah Tikva from fellow Israeli side Maccabi Netanya. (Daily Record), external

    Former Rangers defender Borna Barisic has rejoined his first club Osijek and hopes to help them stave off relegation from Croatia’s top flight. (Glasgow Times), external

    Celtic-linked striker Louis Munteanu is close to agreeing a move away from Cluj in January, but is unlikely to sign for Wilfried Nancy’s side, according to the Romanian club’s president. (Glasgow Times), external

    St Johnstone boss Simo Valakari says he has held discussions with Taylor Steven regarding a potential recall for the in-form forward, who is on loan at Arbroath. (Courier), external

    Hearts midfielder Beni Baningime, whose contract at Tynecastle expires in the summer, says there have been no talks yet over a new deal. (Edinburgh Evening News), external



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  • US launches second strike against ISIS in less than a week — MercoPress

    US launches second strike against ISIS in less than a week — MercoPress


    US launches second strike against ISIS in less than a week

    Friday, December 26th 2025 – 09:06 UTC


    More terrorists will be killed if violence persists, Trump warned
    More terrorists will be killed if violence persists, Trump warned

    US President Donald Trump said Thursday that his country had conducted “deadly” precision airstrikes against ISIS (Islamic State) targets in northwestern Nigeria, which was later corroborated by local authorities.

     The operation marked a significant escalation in Washington’s involvement in Africa to stop what the Republican leader acknowledged was a “massacre of Christians.” The second major US offensive against the terror group this month followed a massive strike on 70 targets in Syria on December 20.

    Trump announced the attacks via Truth Social and warned that more terrorists would be killed if the “slaughter” of Christians continued. Meanwhile, the Pentagon released video footage appearing to show a missile launch from a US warship directed at Nigerian targets.

    The strikes came amid a period of severe friction between Washington and Abuja. In November, the US officially designated Nigeria as a country with severe violations of religious freedom, placing it on a list alongside China and Russia.

    In response, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has consistently denied allegations of religious intolerance, arguing that his government protects the freedom of all citizens in a scenario where Christian communities feel in danger, and Muslim citizens in the north are equally targeted by bandit violence.

    The US intervention was also a consequence of a wave of mass kidnappings in late November, including the abduction of hundreds of students and teachers from St. Mary’s Catholic School in northwestern Nigeria. These victims (218 students and 12 staff) were reportedly rescued shortly before the strikes, the Diocese of Kontagora confirmed on Thursday.

    The school was attacked in November by over 60 armed individuals. Initially, 315 people were reported missing; some escaped early on, and the remainder were recovered in this latest operation.

    US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth reiterated his government’s stance on social media, declaring that the killing of innocent Christians “must end.” Despite the political friction regarding religious freedom, Hegseth explicitly thanked the Nigerian government for their “support and cooperation” in executing these specific military strikes.

    Additionally, the Pentagon and the US Africa Command (Africom) also explained that the strikes were carried out in Sokoto State at the formal request of the Nigerian government.

    Nigeria’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the “precision airstrikes,” describing them as part of a strategic security partnership involving intelligence sharing and coordinated logistics. The Nigerian government further stressed that its priority remained protecting all citizens “regardless of faith or ethnicity,” noting that terrorist violence is an “affront to Nigerian values” whether it targets Christians or Muslims.





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  • Fraud allegations erupt as Nasry Asfura proclaimed President-elect — MercoPress

    Fraud allegations erupt as Nasry Asfura proclaimed President-elect — MercoPress


    Honduras: Fraud allegations erupt as Nasry Asfura proclaimed President-elect

    Friday, December 26th 2025 – 09:21 UTC


    Asfura was declared the winner, albeit by a very narrow margin, allowing for legal challenges in the coming days
    Asfura was declared the winner, albeit by a very narrow margin, allowing for legal challenges in the coming days

    Honduras’ National Electoral Council (CNE) declared conservative businessman Nasry “Tito” Asfura as the president-elect after 24 days of political deadlock and a contentious vote count, with opposition leaders vowing to challenge the outcome.

    The proclamation, issued on Christmas Eve, consolidated a narrow victory for the National Party but has plunged the nation into a fresh cycle of protests and diplomatic friction.

    The CNE confirmed the results of the November 30 general election, revealing a razor-thin margin: Nasry Asfura (National Party) – 40.27%; Salvador Nasralla (Liberal Party) – 39.53%; Rixi Moncada (the ruling LIBRE Party) – 19.19%

    With a difference of just approximately 28,000 votes, the CNE’s plenary session determined it was “mathematically impossible” for the remaining uncounted ballots to alter the outcome. Asfura is scheduled to take office on January 27, 2026, for a four-year term.

    Asfura, a 67-year-old construction magnate and former mayor of Tegucigalpa, campaigned on a pragmatic platform of infrastructure development and economic “reactivation.” Known by the nickname “Papi a la orden” (Daddy at your service), his victory is seen as a significant win for the regional right wing.

    A defining feature of the race was the vocal support of US President Donald Trump, who endorsed Asfura days before the election. Trump’s administration reportedly warned of potential aid cuts if Asfura did not win, a move outgoing President Xiomara Castro condemned as “external interference.”

    Within minutes of the CNE’s announcement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Asfura, calling on all parties to “respect the confirmed results.”

    However, Nasralla categorically rejected the announcement after leading in early preliminary counts. He contends that the electoral system was manipulated by a “pro-government algorithm” and cited thousands of “violated” tally sheets.

    “The problem is solved by counting the votes in the urns. Stop deceiving the people,” Nasralla posted on social media. The Organization of American States (OAS), which monitored the election, expressed concern that the declaration was made before a full review of all inconsistent ballots was completed.

    Argentine President Javier Milei celebrated the results on X, describing them as a “crushing defeat for narco-socialism” and a triumph for liberty in the Americas. Also recognizing Asfura’s win was El Salvador.

    On the other hand, former Honduran President Manuel Zelaya, an advisor to Xiomara Castro, accused the CNE of “open illegality” and completing an “electoral coup.”

    Nasralla is expected to file an Extraordinary Appeal for Annulment before the CNE within the next 72 hours. The candidate claims to have evidence of “ballot stuffing” in rural departments and a systematic failure in the biometric verification system. If the CNE rejects the appeal, the case will move to the Supreme Court’s Constitutional Chamber. However, the opposition remains skeptical, claiming the court is “packed” with National Party sympathizers.





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  • Fraud allegations erupt as Nasry Asfura proclaimed President-elect — MercoPress

    Fraud allegations erupt as Nasry Asfura proclaimed President-elect — MercoPress


    Honduras: Fraud allegations erupt as Nasry Asfura proclaimed President-elect

    Friday, December 26th 2025 – 09:21 UTC


    Asfura was declared the winner, albeit by a very narrow margin, allowing for legal challenges in the coming days
    Asfura was declared the winner, albeit by a very narrow margin, allowing for legal challenges in the coming days

    Honduras’ National Electoral Council (CNE) declared conservative businessman Nasry “Tito” Asfura as the president-elect after 24 days of political deadlock and a contentious vote count, with opposition leaders vowing to challenge the outcome.

    The proclamation, issued on Christmas Eve, consolidated a narrow victory for the National Party but has plunged the nation into a fresh cycle of protests and diplomatic friction.

    The CNE confirmed the results of the November 30 general election, revealing a razor-thin margin: Nasry Asfura (National Party) – 40.27%; Salvador Nasralla (Liberal Party) – 39.53%; Rixi Moncada (the ruling LIBRE Party) – 19.19%

    With a difference of just approximately 28,000 votes, the CNE’s plenary session determined it was “mathematically impossible” for the remaining uncounted ballots to alter the outcome. Asfura is scheduled to take office on January 27, 2026, for a four-year term.

    Asfura, a 67-year-old construction magnate and former mayor of Tegucigalpa, campaigned on a pragmatic platform of infrastructure development and economic “reactivation.” Known by the nickname “Papi a la orden” (Daddy at your service), his victory is seen as a significant win for the regional right wing.

    A defining feature of the race was the vocal support of US President Donald Trump, who endorsed Asfura days before the election. Trump’s administration reportedly warned of potential aid cuts if Asfura did not win, a move outgoing President Xiomara Castro condemned as “external interference.”

    Within minutes of the CNE’s announcement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Asfura, calling on all parties to “respect the confirmed results.”

    However, Nasralla categorically rejected the announcement after leading in early preliminary counts. He contends that the electoral system was manipulated by a “pro-government algorithm” and cited thousands of “violated” tally sheets.

    “The problem is solved by counting the votes in the urns. Stop deceiving the people,” Nasralla posted on social media. The Organization of American States (OAS), which monitored the election, expressed concern that the declaration was made before a full review of all inconsistent ballots was completed.

    Argentine President Javier Milei celebrated the results on X, describing them as a “crushing defeat for narco-socialism” and a triumph for liberty in the Americas. Also recognizing Asfura’s win was El Salvador.

    On the other hand, former Honduran President Manuel Zelaya, an advisor to Xiomara Castro, accused the CNE of “open illegality” and completing an “electoral coup.”

    Nasralla is expected to file an Extraordinary Appeal for Annulment before the CNE within the next 72 hours. The candidate claims to have evidence of “ballot stuffing” in rural departments and a systematic failure in the biometric verification system. If the CNE rejects the appeal, the case will move to the Supreme Court’s Constitutional Chamber. However, the opposition remains skeptical, claiming the court is “packed” with National Party sympathizers.





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