💊 Quitting Ozempic

It’s Friday, February 23 — people are talking about the Odysseus moon landing, the risks of quitting Ozempic, and more.

As always, we’ve summarized and organized the different shades of perspective, so you can see the big picture quickly. Here at Shades we believe that seeing multiple points of view is the best way to stay informed.

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🌕 The Odysseus lands on the moon

The Odysseus's moon touchdown has everyone buzzing — some eye the lunar economy, others relive Apollo nostalgia.

🌕 WSJ: After over half a century, a US vessel made a lunar landing. Houston-based Intuitive Machines landed its Odysseus Spacecraft, ushering in a new era of American space exploration.

🌕 Indian Express was excited: It's the first successful private moon landing! And it may signal the beginning of a sustainable lunar economy.

🌕 The Huron Daily Tribune was interested in something else: The Odysseus landing could reveal relics from the Apollo moon landing.

🌕 Either way, CNBC says Wall Street is happy: Intuitive Machines's stock soared after news of the Odysseus landing.

💊 Quitting Ozempic

Some caution against quitting Ozempic, while others say quitting is doable with the right prep.

💊 The WSJ says Ozempic, a popular weight-loss drug, is hard to quit. But many are being forced to quit as insurers tighten coverage.

💊 Quitting could lead to major weight changes. This 2022 study found that people who stop taking Ozempic tend to regain 2/3 of the weight they lost.

💊 Ro says if you’re quitting, you have to taper. Obesity is a chronic condition! Don't quit Ozempic cold turkey.

💊 And Mirage News had another solution for Ozempic-takers looking to quit: A study showed that regular exercise can help maintain weight loss post-medication.

Quick hits

🇷🇺 The US and EU announce sweeping new sanctions against Russia on the second anniversary of the Ukraine invasion.

⚫ A tragic gold mine collapse in Venezuela has claimed at least 16 lives, highlighting the dangers of illegal mining.

📜 Trump's legal team argues for dismissal of his classified documents case, citing presidential immunity.

🐼 China will send giant pandas to the San Diego Zoo; Atlanta remains the sole US zoo displaying these beloved bears.

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