1Healtheuropesays.com
Roche Commits $75 Million in Blood-Cancer Deal Worth Up to $1.53 Billion - Switzerland
Swiss pharmaceuticals and diagnostics company Roche (RHHBY) has committed $75 million upfront for global rights to Simcere Pharmaceutical's experimental blood-cancer drug, SIM0660, worth up to $1.53 billion. The deal includes exclusive development, manufacturing and commercialization rights outside Simcee’s retained markets, with another $1.,455 billion potentially following if SIM06600 clears development, regulatory and commercial milestones, and tiered royalties reaching double-digit percentages. Roche's U.S.-quoted shares fell to $53.55 on Tuesday, marking a 30.01% increase above the $41.19 GF Value, indicating a significant premium while SIM0610 remains far from commercialization. Roche generated CHF11.9 billion in core operating profit during the first half of the year.
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GSLV-F17 launch a reflection of India’s growing space capabilities: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the successful launch of ISRO's GSLV-F17, which successfully injected the Advanced Earth Observation Satellite-05 (EOS-05), a satellite that will be India's first-ever imaging satellite from Geosynchronous orbit. The mission was hailed as an "outstanding achievement" by ISRO and a proud moment for India. Prime Minister Modi also highlighted the growing collaboration between ISRO (ISRO) and the country's private industry, adding that the partnership is strengthening and scaling up India's space programme. Once EOS-2005 is operationalised in orbit, it will be the first dedicated imaging satellite for India and provide important strategic data for the country.
3Healthperthnow.com.au
Petting zoo breaks silence after 3yo dies
A petting zoo in Victoria's southeast has broken its silence after a three-year-old girl died after contracting Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a rare and life-threatening illness that can cause kidney and brain damage from shiga toxin-producing Escherichia cold (STEC) bacteria. The girl spent six weeks in intensive care at Monash Children’s Hospital after contracting the illness, which caused permanent brain damage and kidney failure. The Victorian Department of Health launched an investigation into the outbreak in August. Deputy Chief Health Officer Clare Looker extended her condolences to the family and friends of the young girl. The petting zoos owners have stated they will increase their measures to prevent further incidents.
4Politicsm.dailyhunt.in
Another big AI ban hits US schools: Los Angeles blocks access to generative AI tools for all students
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has implemented a ban on access to generative AI tools for all students in its public schools. The move comes amid a debate in US schools over how much access students should have to AI platforms. This comes as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is pushing separate restrictions on generativeAI for younger students in his public schools, focusing on students through eighth grade. LAUSD is developing a curriculum designed to teach students about AI and its focus is on teaching them that AI-generated answers can be inaccurate. While access to AI tools is restricted, teachers will still be able to use them for certain educational purposes.
5Businesseuropesays.com
FSSAI warned Diageo that its whisky's 'matured in American oak casks' claim was misleading - Britain
India's Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has warned Diageo that its top-selling whisky, Royal Challenge Whisky, was misleading as it claimed it was "matured in American oak casks", when most of the product had not been matured. The FSSAI also prohibited sales of Diageos' Royal Challenge and other brands for using artificial flavouring, rather than proper ageing and ingredients. The warning comes as the regulator increases its scrutiny of liquor companies, energy drink makers like PepsiCo, and food producers over incorrect labelling and weak compliance. The ban covers DiageO’s Antiquity Blue Whisky and Royal Challenge, as well as Inbrew’�s Bagpiper Deluxe Whisky.
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Taiwan boxer Lin considered 'graceful exit' after Paris Games gold
Taiwan boxer Lin and Imane Khelif of Algeria were disqualified from the 2023 world championships by the International Boxing Association (IBA) after failing unspecified gender eligibility tests. However, the IOC allowed them to compete in Paris, where both athletes went on to win gold. Lin, a two-time world champion who will compete at the Asian Games in Japan starting on September 19, considered making a "graceful exit" after achieving everything she had worked for. This year, World Boxing cleared Lin to return to international competition after a one-off sex test. She plans to step up a weight class as she aims for a second Asian Games gold in a row.
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Major hub latest city to confirm first case of bird flu
The first case of H5 bird flu has been confirmed in Sydney, another major Australian city, with the first confirmed case among three new H5 events in NSW. This follows samples from another greater crested tern at Port Kembla and a Hutton's shearwater at Corindi in Coffs Harbour. The strain has previously been detected in Adelaide, Melbourne suburbs of Black Rock, Beaumaris, Sandringham and Oak Park, and Acton Park in Hobart. As of Wednesday, 468 events of H4 bird flu had been detected across Australia, with 20 originating in NSW alone. The public has been advised not to touch sick or dead birds or other animals, or call the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
8Sportsnewspointapp.com
Seven wickets in 21 balls: Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu scripts history with record-breaking spell
Defending champions Sri Lanka moved to the top of Group B in the Women's Asia Cup after beating Indonesia by 75 runs in Dubai. The victory was largely due to captain Chamari Athapaththu's record seven-wicket haul and Nilakshika Silva's half-century. Despite a target of 125, Athapathythu turned the match around with one of the best bowling performances in women's T20 internationals.
9Sportssports.yahoo.com
Dak Prescott Officially Receives Major NFL Honor Just Days Before the Cowboys’ Regular-Season Opener
Dak Prescott has been awarded a major NFL Honor, just days before the Cowboys’ Regular-Season Opener. The announcement comes during an NFL American Football Herren USA football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
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Adam Telle named acting Army secretary following Driscoll’s departure
Adam Telle, the assistant secretary of the Army for civil works, has been named as the acting Army secretary following the departure of Dan Driscoll. This follows months of tension with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Telle will oversee the nation's largest fighting force at a time when the U.S. is still engaged in conflict with Iran and significant Army forces are stationed in the Middle East. Earlier this week, Driscolls submitted his resignation to President Donald Trump after 18 months on the job. No reason was given for Driscull's departure.
