Eating the same food every day? Nutritionist explains what it secretly does to your gut bacteria over time

Inside the digestive tract lives the gut microbiome, a vast community of bacteria, fungi and other microbes. Each type of microbe needs a different kind of fuel. Charu Dua puts it simply, “The human gut microbiome, a complex ecosystem of trillions of bacteria, fungi and microorganisms, is heavily reliant on dietary variety.” When meals repeat…

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CVS Health (CVS) earnings Q1 2026

A screen displays the logo and trading information for CVS at the New York Stock Exchange, March 24, 2026. Jeenah Moon | Reuters CVS Health on Wednesday blew past first-quarter earnings and revenue estimates and raised its 2026 guidance, as its once-troubled insurance business showed improvement.  CVS, which operates the nation’s largest pharmacy chain, sees…

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5 things to know before the market opens Wednesday

This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Happy Wednesday. After reading about Restaurant Brands International‘s earnings this morning, I’m in the mood to get my morning coffee from Tim Hortons. Stock futures are rising this morning after a winning day for the three major indexes. Here are five key…

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Step inside the Sultan of Brunei’s home: Istana Nurul Iman palace, the largest in the world with over 1700 rooms

Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei presides over Istana Nurul Iman, the world’s largest residential palace. This architectural marvel, blending Malay and Islamic styles, boasts 1,788 rooms, a banquet hall for 5,000, and a mosque. More than a home, it’s Brunei’s seat of government and a symbol of its rich history and power. Houses of royal…

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