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Trump's Rising Fuel Problem: The Conversation

Higher fuel costs are hitting drivers in the wallet, prompting debate about what's causing the rise and its lasting effects.

  • Gas prices average $4.48 per gallon, sparking fuel debate
  • Conflict with Iran adds uncertainty to energy markets
  • Trump maintains higher prices are worth non-nuclear Iran

Business

What is CETA – and why is the EU-Canada trade deal still in limbo?

The EU-Canada trade deal has been provisionally in force since 2017, but ten EU countries have still not ratified it. What is CETA – and why, a decade after it was signed, is it still in limbo?

  • CETA is EU-Canada trade agreement signed in 2016 to boost economic ties.
  • Ten EU countries have not ratified CETA, blocking its full implementation.
  • Concerns over food safety, environmental standards, and unfair competition delay ratification.

Health & Medicine

JB Pritzker talks GLP-1 journey, asked about possible presidential run

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.

  • Illinois Governor JB Pritzker lost 80 pounds using GLP-1 medication over two years.
  • He attributes weight loss to medication prescribed for diabetes, not political ambitions.
  • Pritzker remains focused on serving as governor and intends to run for reelection.

Science

Singapore Leads Countries with Best Reading Skills: Here's the Top 10

Singapore students lead in reading skills among 91 countries participating in PISA assessment. How do other countries fare in the educational measure?

  • Singapore leads top 10 countries in reading skills with 535 points
  • Reading scores declined 28 points among OECD countries over decade
  • Hasty readers, quick skimmers, provide inaccurate answers
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