A landmark social media addiction trial in which top tech executives are expected to testify begins on Tuesday in California. The plaintiff, a 19-year-old woman identified by the initials KGM, alleges the design of the platforms' algorithms left her addicted to social media and negatively affected
Nearly a decade ago, long before ChatGPT wowed the world with its humanlike conversational abilities, Google DeepMind's artificial intelligence system stunned South Korea when it beat legendary Go player Lee Sedol during a televised tournament in Seoul.Nearly a decade ago
Formula 1 drivers gave a cautiously positive reaction to this year's new cars at the end of the first day of pre-season testing in Spain on Monday. Mercedes driver George Russell said: "The cars looked really cool out on the circuit and that's positive for our sport
2026 Renault Duster price: Renault has unveiled the Duster in India in its third-generation form. Pre-bookings for the new Duster are currently open at Rs 21,000, with prices expected to be announced by the company in March. 2026 Renault Duster price: Renault has finally unveiled the Duster in
The nominal GDP growth relevant for Budget math is expected at 10.5-11 per cent with the uptrend in global commodity prices may percolate in a higher WPI. New Delhi: India continues to remain the bright spot supported by its strong macro fundamentals and the government capex may cross Rs 12 lakh
Border 2 continues to rule the Indian box office. The box office collection on its first Monday saw a jump, thanks to the Republic Day holiday. Border 2 opened to a powerful response at the Indian box office, collecting ₹30 crore on its first Friday
A review committee formed by the Bangladesh government said it found “egregious anomalies” in an electricity supply agreement with Indian conglomerate Adani Group, AFP reported on Monday. At a press conference on Sunday, members of the National Review Committee on Power Purchase
Minneapolis erupts after two Americans die during federal immigration operations; Trump pushes deportation agenda amid protests and legal battles. Washington, DC: Political tensions in the United States reached a fever pitch on Monday after deadly encounters involving US Immigration and Customs
'I have no idea what they analyzed': Trump's baffling MRI remark raises concerns, reignites his health controversy
President Donald Trump revealed he underwent an MRI during a recent physical examination. He described the results as outstanding, though he admitted to not knowing what specific areas were scanned. This statement has drawn skepticism and mockery online. Trump's health has been a subject of public discussion, with a previous diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency.
US President Donald Trump told reporters while on Air Force One Friday night that he had a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan as part of his "standard" physical last month and that "the result was outstanding." Trump said he has “no idea” what was analyzed when he underwent an MRI during his physical examination last month, potentially raising more questions about some secrecy surrounding the president's health.
“I have no idea what they analyzed,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One while en route to his Mar-a-Lago resort. “But whatever they analyzed, they analyzed it well, and they said that I had as good a result as they've ever seen.” The president added that the MRI was part of his semiannual physical and “very standard.”
Trump undergoes MRI test
Trump confirmed to reporters that he received an MRI while at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in October as part of a “very standard" physical. He characterized the procedure as routine. “Getting an MRI is very standard. What, you think I shouldn't have it? Other people get it … I had an MRI. The doctor said it was the best result he has ever seen as a doctor,” the president said on Friday.ALSO READ: Walmart CEO John Furner earned $4.50 as stock boy. Now, he could get $15 million as US retail giant boss
When asked which part of his body was specifically assessed by the scan, Trump said, "I have no idea what they analyzed, but whatever they analyzed, they analyzed it well, and they said that I had as good a result as they've ever seen." White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday that the commander in chief “remains in exceptional health” after receiving a question about the MRI.
“As stated in the memo provided on Oct. 10, President Trump received advanced imaging at Walter Reed Medical Center as part of his routine physical examination,” Karoline Leavitt told reporters at the White House press briefing. “The full results were viewed by attending radiologists and consultants, and all agree that President Trump remains in exceptional physical health, which I know all of you will see with your own eyes this evening when he opens up his dinner to the press.”
Trump's October MRI was the second formal health evaluation he has undergone this year. In July, the White House disclosed he had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition common in older adults.
ALSO READ: Warren Buffett still lives in his 1958 Omaha home and uses Mcdonald's coupons, says 'greatness does not come...'
What netizens said on Trump's MRI remark
Trump's comments were met with skepticism and mockery from Trump critics online. “We live in Idiocracy,” progressive journalist Mehdi Hasan wrote on X, referencing the 2006 satirical comedy. In a separate post, Hasan said the president's comments should inspire his cabinet members to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove him from office.“There is nothing Trump won't brag about,” lamented reporter James Surowiecki in a post on X. Others posted mock images of the president's apparently outstanding MRI. “I was able to get an exclusive look at Trump's glorious MRI,” podcaster Jim Stewartson wrote on X, sharing a photo of a head filled with Swiss cheese.
The president has provided few details about his October MRI, which the White House physician described as part of a “scheduled follow-up” that included “advanced imaging.” Jeffrey Kuhlman, the White House physician to former President Barack Obama, has questioned why the president was reportedly at the medical facility for hours. “It's about an eight-minute helicopter ride from the South Lawn to Walter Reed. So we know that he at least had four hours available to undergo medical care,” Kuhlman told The Hill. “There's a disconnect there.”
ALSO READ: US citizens to receive IRS stimulus checks in November 2025 and $2,000 tariff dividend checks? Check the latest update
Trump's health concerns mount
The 79-year-old president — the oldest person to ever lead the country — has often sparked discussions about his age and health. However, the focus on his well-being has been less intense compared to the scrutiny former President Joe Biden faced. Recently, Trump appeared to doze off during a meeting, and he has also been spotted with makeup marks on the back of his hand.Trump has said the marks and bruises come from shaking many hands as part of his job. A medical report dated July 17 noted this bruising and diagnosed him with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). The condition is common and generally harmless, especially among people over 70.
CVI symptoms can include swelling in the legs or ankles, tightness in the calves, itchy or painful legs, pain while walking that eases with rest, varicose veins, restless legs, muscle cramps, or leg ulcers that are slow to heal.
Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
Source: EconomicTimes
Related Posts: Tejashwi Yadav appointed RJD’s national working president Trump says administration 11 security personnel injured after IED blast during anti-Maoist operations Canada has no plans to pursue FTA with China as Trump threatens tariffs BCCI mourns the passing of former President I ICC judges find former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte fit to stand trial Plot To Assassinate Trump Trump’s Immigration Policies Split Republicans After Federal Agent Kills Minneapolis Nurse Trump raises US tariffs on South Korea imports to 25% Brazilian President Lula da Silva confirms India visit in February
France social media ban: President Emmanuel Macron has pointed to social media as one factor to blame for violence among young people. He is urging France to follow Australia, whose world-first ban for under-16s on social media platforms including Facebook, Snapchat
59 minutes ago
Pegula's 6-3, 6-4 win at Rod Laver Arena ended Keys' first Grand Slam title defence in a tough section of the draw. Anisimova, runner-up at the last two majors in Wimbledon and the US Open, advanced 7-6 (4), 6-4 over Wang Xinyu as the temperature started rising at Melbourne Park
59 minutes ago
A political slugfest broke out between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress after the latter raised objections over the seating of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path
59 minutes ago
A Swiss military analysis pieces together Pakistan's drone swarms, missile attacks and failed S-400 hunt, revealing how repeated tactical attempts failed before the ceasefire on May 10, 2025. New Delhi: For four nights during Operation Sindoor, Pakistan threw everything it had into the skies
59 minutes ago
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl says the German club are in talks with Harry Kane about extending the striker's contract. The 32-year-old England captain joined on a four-year deal from Tottenham in August 2023 in a move worth an initial 100m euros (£86.4m)
59 minutes ago
NATO chief Mark Rutte warned on Monday (local time) that Europe cannot protect itself without the United States, amid calls for Europe to become more self-reliant following tensions over Greenland, AFP reported. US President Donald Trump roiled the transatlantic alliance by threatening to seize the
59 minutes ago
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential return date remains uncertain as the Milwaukee Bucks forward recovers from a calf strain that he had predicted might keep him out for four to six weeks. The two-time MVP also said after the Bucks' 102-100 loss to Denver on Friday that an MRI
59 minutes ago
Union Budget 2026: India's emerging private space sector is urging the government to classify space assets as critical infrastructure. This move aims to unlock low-cost financing and boost private investment. Companies are requesting government funding to procure products and services from domestic
59 minutes ago
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has seen reports claiming discussions with CPI(M) individuals in Dubai. He declined to comment while abroad. The ruling CPI(M) dismissed speculation about Tharoor joining their party. The Congress party stated Tharoor is a senior leader and any issues would be resolved
59 minutes ago
Former Maharashtra Governor and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Bhagat Singh Koshyari on Monday played down the ongoing row over being conferred with Padma Bhushan, asserting that he does not work for “someone's appreciation or criticism". The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) veteran said that he
59 minutes ago
Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor appeared as a special guest on MasterChef India Season 9 for a Republic Day special episode. New Delhi: MasterChef India is heating up with new challenges for its contestants every week, and this time, Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor graced the kitchen as a special
59 minutes ago
India and the European Union have concluded negotiations on a long-pending free trade agreement, described as the “mother of all deals”, at a high-level summit in New Delhi. The pact is expected to boost market access, cut tariffs on most goods
59 minutes ago
Shiv Sena ministers have issued a strong warning of a fitting reply. This comes after a remark by Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik, allegedly aimed at Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Naik's statement suggested that the BJP could "finish off their existence" if permitted
59 minutes ago
The senior ranks of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) are in tatters. The weekend purging of China's top general, Zhang Youxia, and another senior military officer, Gen Liu Zhenli, has left serious questions about what triggered the elite power struggles unfolding in the country - and what this
59 minutes ago
Tarot Card Reading Horoscope Today For January 27: Step into the mystical realm as the tarot cards reveal what the universe has in store for you today. Whether you`re seeking clarity in love, career, or personal growth, today`s tarot insights offer powerful guidance tailored to your zodiac sign
59 minutes ago
The 1947-48 contest against India was Bradman's final home Test series before retiring in 1948 with a career batting average of 99.94, earning him the reputation as cricket's greatest batter. The series marked India's first Test tour of Australia as an independent nation
59 minutes ago
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — A senior lawyer in Australia has apologized to a judge for filing submissions in a murder case that included fake quotes and nonexistent case judgments generated by artificial intelligence. The blunder in the Supreme Court of Victoria state is another in a litany
59 minutes ago
Richa Ghosh smashed 90 off 50 balls with 10 fours and six sixes to nearly pull off an improbable victory for RCB against Mumbai Indians in a WPL 2026 match in Vadodara on Monday. Mumbai Indians held off a stunning late assault from Richa Ghosh to beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 15 runs in a
59 minutes ago
Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory in view of Beating Retreat ceremony full dress rehearsal today around Vijay Chowk. The traffic restrictions on Tuesday will come into effect at 4:00 PM and will be lifted after 6:00 PM, the advisory said
59 minutes ago
US President Donald Trump on Monday said that he and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz are on a “similar wavelength" following a call about the escalating crisis in Minneapolis after a second US citizen was killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents
59 minutes ago
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl confirmed on Monday that the club is in talks to extend Harry Kane's contract. The 32-year-old England forward, who joined Bayern in 2023, is currently under contract until 2027. “We're talking to Harry, we're talking
59 minutes ago
Richie Berrington will captain the Scotland squad in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Scotland have replaced Bangladesh at the tournament after ICC's invitation. Scotland have named their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup
59 minutes ago
The Beckham family has made its first joint public appearance since an Instagram post from Brooklyn Beckham confirmed a rift in the family. Last week, Brooklyn said in a statement he had no wish to reconcile with his family and accused his parents of attacking him and his wife in the press
59 minutes ago
Before Martin Luther King Jr was killed, he asked several of his friends to continue his life's work building what he called “beloved community”. One of the people he invited was the Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, poet and mindfulness teacher Thich Nhat Hanh
59 minutes ago
A powerful polar vortex has transformed Niagara Falls into a frozen spectacle, with extreme cold causing the mist rising from the waterfalls to freeze into ice. Footage circulating online shows thick ice formations along the cliffs and riverbanks as temperatures plunged below 20 degrees Celsius
59 minutes ago
In a city better known for its IT parks and historic monuments, one government building has quietly swum into global attention. The headquarters of the National Fisheries Development Board in Hyderabad has found a place on international lists of the world's strangest-looking buildings
59 minutes ago
On January 24, a magistrate court in Kunamangalam, Kerala, postponed its ruling on a bail plea filed by Shimjitha Musthafa, a resident of Kozhikode who has been arrested on charges of abetting suicide of a man. Kerala police had arrested Musthafa after a series of incidents that began on January 16
59 minutes ago
