COVID VACCINE AND VIRUS MUTATIONS
The end of cervical cancer? Study claims HPV vaccine leads to almost zero fatalities from the dreaded disease; find out how it prevented nearly 200 deaths in England
A recent study shows that the HPV vaccination program has significantly reduced cervical cancer deaths in England. Researchers reported about 200 lives saved by the program, which targets multiple HPV types. Despite these successes, vaccination rates among young people remain below the recommended World Health Organization levels. The HPV vaccine does not eliminate the need for regular cervical screenings, which are still essential.
Nithin Kamath says speculative craziness brought more people into US markets: ‘Nothing expands markets like greed, FOMO
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath highlighted the rapid transformation of US financial markets since COVID-19, driven by crypto, derivatives, NFTs and prediction markets. While speculative trading attracts new investors and expands financial participation, Kamath warned that easy access to high-risk investments could harm individuals and society.
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More than family business: Drugmakers make costly, long-term strategic shifts as next generation steps into bigger roles
India's family-run pharmaceutical companies are entering a new phase as the next generation takes on larger leadership roles and steers businesses towards complex generics, peptides, biologics, contract manufacturing and advanced therapeutics. Laurus Labs, Granules India, Bharat Biotech, Sun Pharma and Torrent Pharma are investing in capabilities that require greater scientific expertise, significant capital and longer gestation periods. The key question is whether the successors can turn these long-term bets into sustainable growth and create lasting value for investors.
Daughter took father’s land by paying Rs 7.25 lakh in cash to her brothers and abandoned father, he filed a court case; Karnataka HC gives back the land to him
Mr. Bairappa had given his land to his daughter with the understanding of receiving care. However, she betrayed him by denying assistance and fraudulently claiming the land through various documents. After a legal battle, the Karnataka High Court ruled in Bairappa's favor, canceling the release deed. The court highlighted the importance of protecting senior citizens from financial exploitation by their children.
Rich countries benefitted more from COVID-19 vaccine's return on investment than poor ones: Study
COVID-19 vaccines generated economic benefits worth USD 60 to USD 809 for every dollar invested in their development and distribution, a global study of 173 countries has found. However, high-income countries gained more due to earlier access and faster rollouts, while delayed vaccine availability limited benefits in poorer nations.
Govt lines up Rs 9,000 crore asset monetisation plan in FY28 to clear MTNL, BSNL liabilities
The Indian government is preparing an asset monetisation plan to address the liabilities of MTNL and BSNL. This plan is expected to generate Rs 9,000 crore in the next financial year. Government officials report that the liabilities of these telecom public sector undertakings are nearly Rs 50,000 crore. Additionally, several properties among the departments have been sorted for ownership clarity.
New York reports first measles-linked death in over 30 years: Here's when you should get your child vaccinated against the virus
A child in Lewis County, New York, has died due to a measles infection. This marks the state's first death from measles in over three decades. New York has recorded 178 cases of measles this year, with most cases from outside New York City. The state has declared a measles outbreak emergency amid surging cases.
ED raids Punjab AAP MLA, family in PMLA case
The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on premises connected to AAP Punjab MLA Amandeep Kaur Arora. The investigation is linked to allegations of fraudulent acquisition of government properties. A total of seven premises, including residences of Arora and her family, were searched. This case originates from a June 2024 FIR filed by Punjab Police regarding government land mutation.
His grandfather died of pancreatic cancer: This Hyderabad startup founder is using AI to develop a personalised cancer vaccines
Hyderabad-based biotech startup PopVax, founded by Soham Sankaran, is developing AI-powered personalised cancer vaccines using mRNA technology. Inspired partly by his family's experience with pancreatic cancer, he aims to help the immune system identify and attack cancer cells using treatments designed around individual patients' tumour genetics.
'Ebola is like Covid pandemic': African CDC chief says no country in the world is safe now
In light of the ongoing Ebola outbreak, Dr. Jean Kaseya from the Africa CDC underscores the urgent need for global readiness. With over 10,000 confirmed cases and nearly 5,000 fatalities reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the situation is grave. Neighboring nations such as Uganda and Kenya are also facing linked cases, and the absence of effective vaccines for the Bundibugyo virus presents significant challenges for containment.
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