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Experts, scientists, and individuals with lived experience are warning that weight-loss medications like Ozempic may trigger, worsen, or reactivate eating disorders. The growing popularity of so-called 'slimming injections' has raised concerns among health professionals who describe the trend as 'diet culture in a medical jacket.' The medications, originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, have surged in mainstream use as a weight-loss tool, fueling what critics call a dangerous normalization of extreme body management. Specialists warn that for people with a history of disordered eating, these drugs can serve as a gateway back into harmful behaviors. The broader cultural hype surrounding these injections is being flagged as a public health concern, particularly as social media amplifies their perceived desirability. No specific Curaçao health authority has issued formal guidance yet, but the international warnings are being echoed locally.

Amsterdam's Canal Parade, the highlight of Pride Amsterdam, concluded without major incidents according to police, who reported a largely peaceful event on Sunday. However, authorities did intervene in several protest actions carried out by pro-Palestinian demonstrators along the route. Officers stepped in to manage the protests, though police did not specify the exact nature of the interventions. The Canal Parade is one of Amsterdam's most prominent annual events, drawing large crowds to the city's canals to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride. The combination of a major public celebration and political protest required police to maintain order while allowing the festivities to proceed. The event's peaceful overall outcome was seen as a success by authorities. No arrests or significant disruptions to the parade itself were reported.

Nearly three million stray dogs in Turkey have vanished since the country enacted animal protection legislation two years ago. The law allows for the euthanasia of sick and aggressive stray animals, while healthy and non-dangerous street dogs are supposed to be placed in shelters. Animal welfare advocates have raised serious concerns that the sharp decline in the stray dog population points to widespread culling rather than proper sheltering. Critics argue that shelter capacity in Turkey is far too limited to accommodate millions of animals, casting doubt on whether the law is being implemented as intended. The situation has drawn international attention and condemnation from animal rights organizations monitoring compliance with the legislation.