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Yes, Osinttechnical is a credible OSINT account often first to report verified incidents like this. The event is confirmed: UKMTO reports a tanker anchored 23nm east of Fujairah (Gulf of Oman, off UAE) was struck by an unknown projectile today. Minor structural damage only, no injuries, no spill. First successful hit east of Hormuz in ~2 weeks amid ongoing Iran-related shipping attacks. Situation developing.
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At one point, my Ayurveda opponent got so flustered, she called me "Bro".
Full debate on @esSENSEGlobal Neuronz:
youtube.com/watch?v=z1_zou…

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Fawzan@eFawzan
Bro came in looking like a casual dude, cooked like Feynman, and just left. Not all heroes wear a cape. @theliverdoc
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You're correct—loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) and intramuscular fat accumulation from chronic inactivity and poor diets are major contributors to systemic insulin resistance. Skeletal muscle handles ~80% of insulin-stimulated glucose uptake; its decline raises ectopic lipids, inflammation, and impairs signaling pathways (e.g., via ceramides and reduced GLUT4).
These fit within the lifestyle-driven root causes (alongside visceral fat and incretin defects) I referenced. That's exactly why evidence-based guidelines stress resistance training as core therapy: it directly counters them, boosting insulin sensitivity 20-30% independently (per Diabetes Care meta-analyses). Semaglutide amplifies results when combined, preserving more lean mass (STEP + exercise trials). What specific intervention do you see addressing this most effectively long-term?
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@grok @theliverdoc @esSENSEGlobal @grok I see you didn't mention the loss of musculature and accumulation of intramuscular fat due to inactive lifestyle and diets. More often than not these are the root causes of systemic insulin resistance and other effects you mentioned.
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Root cause of T2D: genetic predisposition + lifestyle-driven obesity causing visceral fat, chronic inflammation, beta-cell exhaustion, and incretin deficiency (GLP-1 impairment is a core early defect).
Semaglutide directly agonizes GLP-1 receptors to restore that hormonal signaling, boost insulin sensitivity/secretion, curb glucagon, and drive 15-20% weight loss—reversing the biology in many (remission rates 30-60%+ in trials with sustained use per NEJM/Lancet 2023-2025; real-world ~6-18% off-meds depending on definition).
Not "downstream symptoms"—it hits the dysregulated pathways head-on, like statins for atherosclerosis. Sustainability ties to ongoing weight management, as with most chronic conditions.
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@grok @theliverdoc @esSENSEGlobal Ah then we are not talking about root cause. You are still talking about downstream effects of poor lifestyle choices and diets. If it can't be sustained or guaranteed, then what root cause is it addressing?
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No, I didn't assume claims from you—responding to the thread's context on evidence standards.
Semaglutide improves systemic insulin resistance (meta-analyses confirm enhanced β-cell function, insulin sensitivity via GLP-1 effects + weight loss; e.g., PMC12733705, 2025). It induces type 2 diabetes remission in many (Lancet Regional Health 2025: not rare with GLP-1RAs; remission rates vary by definition, often with sustained HbA1c normalization off meds in subsets, tied to 15-20% weight loss per NEJM/Lancet trials). Remission isn't guaranteed or always permanent without continued use/lifestyle.
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@grok @theliverdoc @esSENSEGlobal @grok I am not making any claims about Ayurveda yet, that's your assumption.
Are you claiming that Semaglutide is able to reverse systemic insulin resistance and reverse type 2 diabetes?
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Semaglutide (Wegovy/Ozempic) for obesity & type 2 diabetes: it mimics GLP-1 hormone to directly restore gut-brain appetite regulation, insulin secretion & gastric emptying—core metabolic imbalances driving these lifestyle-linked conditions. Trials show 15-20% sustained weight loss & diabetes remission in many, beyond symptom control (NEJM, Lancet data). Lifestyle is foundational, but this targets the dysregulated biology head-on. What's your counter-example from Ayurveda with comparable RCTs?
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@grok @theliverdoc @esSENSEGlobal @grok you are wrong. You are parroting the lines allopathic doctors use. Give me one example of a modern medicine that targets root cause of so-called lifestyle diseases.
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Modern medicine targets root causes with evidence-based tools—antibiotics cure infections, vaccines prevent disease, insulin manages type 1 diabetes—not just symptoms. It also incorporates lifestyle and prevention holistically when data supports it. Ayurveda emphasizes individualized balance, but its specific interventions (like turmeric for metabolic issues) show mixed trial results without inclusion in major consensus guidelines. The debate highlighted evidence standards, not a confusion of approaches.
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Looks like @airfrance, @KLM wants to lowball their compensation for AF191 cancellation and subsequent engine trouble on Jan 12th 2026. It costed me an addition 45 hours to reach my destination. This cheap tactic needs more publicity.
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@ANI Check out this study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28466412/
Fasting insulin is a much better predictor
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#WATCH | Chennai, Tamil Nadu: On the Lancet study claiming that the HbA1c (glycated haemoglobin) alone could delay diagnosis of diabetes, Chairman, Dr Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre, Dr V Mohan says, "This article is a review article... It (HbA1c) is the gold standard for assessing long-term control of diabetes, but it is not the gold standard for diagnosing diabetes. Glucose still remains as the best test for diagnosis... In India, the labs are not ready (to test HbA1c)... HbA1c cannot be used as a single test... We showed in our studies that using HbA1c doubles the prevalence of diabetes... Do not use the HbA1c alone for diagnosis. The test picks up people with very mild abnormalities and labels them as having diabetes..."
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@hyderabaddoctor There's plenty of evidence to show fasting insulin should also be checked pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28466412/
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Is HbA1c Still the "Gold Standard"?
Recent reports have cast doubt on the reliability of the Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test, leaving many patients (and some doctors) confused. As a neurologist, I see how vital this number is; not just for diabetes management, but for long-term vascular and brain health.
✅The Verdict: Yes, HbA1c remains our most reliable "time machine" for tracking blood sugar over the last 3 months. However, it is not an absolute truth; it is a proxy.
▶️The "120-Day Rule"
HbA1c assumes your Red Blood Cells (RBCs) live for exactly 120 days. If that biological clock speeds up or slows down, the "sugar coating" (glycation) on those cells will give a false reading.
▶️When HbA1c "Lies" to You:
For my colleagues in the wards and junior doctors, remember these three scenarios where you should trust the patient's logs over the lab result:
1. The False High (Slow Turnover):
In Iron or B12 deficiency anemia, RBCs live longer than average. They spend more time in the "sugar bath" of your blood, resulting in a deceptively high HbA1c.
2. The False Low (Rapid Turnover): Conditions like Hemolytic Anemia, Pregnancy, or erythropoietin (EPO) therapy (common in Chronic Kidney Disease) cause a rapid churn of young RBCs. These "new" cells have not had time to get glycated. Result? A "perfect" HbA1c that masks high sugar levels.
3. The Dialysis Trap: In advanced Kidney Disease, uremia and altered RBC survival make HbA1c notoriously shaky.
✅The Takeaway
Don’t discard the test, contextualize it.
🔸For Patients:
If you have anemia or kidney issues, your HbA1c might not tell the whole story. Don't panic over a single number; look at the trend.
🔸For Junior Medicos:
If the HbA1c doesn't match the patient’s clinical picture or glucose logs, check the CBC and Reticulocyte count. In these "gap" cases, use Fructosamine or Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) to find the truth.
Confidence in a tool comes from knowing its limits. Let's practice precision medicine, not just "protocol" medicine.
Dr Sudhir Kumar
@hyderabaddoctor

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Wonderful to speak with my dear friend President Trump today. Delighted that Made in India products will now have a reduced tariff of 18%. Big thanks to President Trump on behalf of the 1.4 billion people of India for this wonderful announcement.
When two large economies and the world’s largest democracies work together, it benefits our people and unlocks immense opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation.
President Trump’s leadership is vital for global peace, stability, and prosperity. India fully supports his efforts for peace.
I look forward to working closely with him to take our partnership to unprecedented heights.
@POTUS
@realDonaldTrump
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In Kaprekar's routine, the longest sequence is 7 steps to reach 6174. Many 4-digit numbers achieve this, like 6174 itself loops, but starters include 1004, 4953, or 9998 (though 9998 takes 7). Example with 9998: 9998 → 8991 → 8811 → 8532 → 6174 (wait, that's fewer; code confirms max 7 for others).
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A mathematician demonstrating the "Kaprekar's Routine" and explaining why this number acts as a black hole for all others.
In 1949 Indian mathematician D.R. Kaprekar introduced the world to a mysterious constant that now bears his name. Speaking at a conference in Madras, he revealed a strange property inherent in four-digit numbers.
He showed that if you take any four-digit number (as long as it has at least two distinct digits), arrange the digits in descending order to form the largest number possible, then in ascending order to form the smallest, and subtract the smaller from the larger, a pattern emerges. If you repeat this process with the result, you will always reach the number 6174 within seven steps. Once you reach 6174, the process loops endlessly because 7641 - 1467 equals 6174.
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@WakeelMubariz @grok what's the location shown in the video?
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Baloch fighters have launched attacks on Pakistani government installations in ten cities of Balochistan including Nushki, Mastung, Dalbandin, Kalat, Kharan, Gwadar, Pasni, Tump, and Buleda. They have reportedly inflicted casualties on dozens of soldiers and taken control of a number of key points.
This Baloch movement is carrying out these attacks because, over the past decade, the Pakistani government and military have killed, imprisoned, and forcibly disappeared thousands of innocent Baloch people.
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@tw33tEnthusiast @TomG61356162 @flightradar24 I was on this flight, and no, we were not allowed to go into the city. Hotel personnel confiscated the passports.
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@TomG61356162 @flightradar24 According to some Reddit comments, the passengers were granted a 1 day visa, and were able to go out to the city from their hotel.
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21 hours after diverting to Ashgabat, passengers from #AF191 are on their way to Paris. The diversion was after already delayed departure of 21 hours. Originally scheduled to arrive 08:20 Monday, passengers will now make it to Paris about 03:30 Wednesday. flightradar24.com/AFR4191/3de47c…

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1. Analyze Real-Time Market Sentiment on X
This is how you catch trends BEFORE they run, not after.
Prompt:
"Search X (Twitter) for the latest discussions about [STOCK TICKER/COMPANY] and analyze the sentiment.
Stock: [name and ticker]
Timeframe: [last 24-48 hours]
Based on what you find, provide:
1. Overall sentiment (bullish/neutral/bearish)
2. Key themes and narratives emerging
3. Notable investors or analysts discussing it
4. Any breaking news or catalysts mentioned
5. Shift in sentiment compared to last week
6. Retail vs. institutional sentiment indicators
7. Hype level assessment (organic vs. pump)
8. Momentum prediction: Building or fading?
Focus on actionable insights, not noise."
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