21/08 | Aantal terugbetalingen voor Ozempic en co. op record | Bitcoin schiet plots naar 70.000 dollar | Amerikanen sluizen toch olie door Hormuz
Summary
This episode covers record-breaking usage of diabetes drugs like Ozempic and the resulting insurance costs. It discusses a controversy at Ghent University, a Bitcoin price surge driven by a short squeeze and political support, and Premier League transfer spending. Other topics include US efforts to secure oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz, the sentencing of Evergrande’s founder, and Max Verstappen’s contract extension with Red Bull.
Topics discussed
Introduction to The 7 of the Time
Record use of diabetes medication and insurance costs
UGent researcher suspended after plagiarism accusations
Bitcoin price surge due to short squeeze and Trump support
Premier League transfer spending records and paradox
US strategy to protect oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz
Trump sanctions on Iran and Evergrande founder sentenced
Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull Racing
Preview of next week's topics and weekend sign-off
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