Is Ozempic safe to take for life? Plus, the latest on the mystery drones

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A congressional leader requests a drone detection system after a series of mysterious drones appeared over multiple states and even temporarily shut down an airport. Plus, doctors weigh in on whether Ozempic is safe to use for the long term, and a little girl brings down the house at her school's Christmas show. 

 

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Chuck Schumer requests drone detection system for states as mysterious devices litter the skies

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer made a request to the Department of Homeland Security yesterday for a drone detection system to be sent to New York and New Jersey after a series of mysterious drones disrupted the skies in recent weeks. His request came two days after New York Stewart International Airport closed because of multiple drone sightings nearby.

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Is Ozempic safe? Doctors share benefits, concerns and whether they'd prescribe it for life

Ozempic has become synonymous with weight loss for many people. We spoke with doctors who explained the benefits and risks of semaglutide and other GLP-1 drugs, and whether they're safe for long-term use.

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4-year-old girl gives unforgettable announcement after stealing mic at Christmas performance

A 4-year-old girl named Stori made the most of her school's Christmas performance this holiday season. "Everybody was kind of getting ready to go, and we’re like, ‘Where’d (Stori) go? She must be with her class,'" her mom told TODAY.com. "Then we see her going back up onstage and we’re like, ‘Oh no.’”

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