In a recent ruling by a U.S. court, the legal battle surrounding the discontinued heartburn drug Zantac has taken a drastic turn. The decision allows scientific evidence to be presented in over 75,000 lawsuits alleging that the once-popular drug ranitidine, known as Zantac in the U.S., may cause cancer. This ruling has sent shockwaves through
Recently, Amazon Prime Video found itself in violation of Ofcom’s code in the UK for the first time. This breach could potentially become more common under the new Media Bill, which was passed two weeks ago. This incident has raised concerns about harmful content in on-demand program services (ODPS) and the regulatory environment that streaming
AMD stole the spotlight at Computex 2024 with the announcement of its latest processors designed to cater to the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The company introduced four new Ryzen 9000 series chipsets targeting gamers and heavy workloads, along with two new Ryzen AI 300 series chipsets specifically crafted to power AI PCs.
Rangelands cover more than half of Earth’s land surface and play a crucial role in sustaining billions of people. These diverse ecosystems, encompassing deserts, grasslands, shrublands, and tundra, provide essential resources such as meat, dairy, fiber, and staple foods. Additionally, rangelands are integral to Earth’s nutrient, water, and carbon cycles, highlighting their significance in supporting
Yuka Saso’s victory at the U.S. Women’s Open marked a historic moment in women’s golf. Not only did she become the first Filipina to win the prestigious event in 2021, but she also etched her name in the record books as the first player from Japan to claim victory in this major tournament. At just
China’s Chang’e-6 lunar probe has achieved a significant milestone by successfully landing on the far side of the Moon to collect samples, marking a new leap for Beijing’s space program. This mission represents a groundbreaking achievement for the China National Space Administration, as it is the first time that samples will be collected from the
The cat days of spring have arrived as Sony/Alcon’s The Garfield Movie continues to dominate the international box office. The movie has secured the number one spot on the domestic, international, and global charts this frame. With an offshore session in 60 markets bringing in $27.1M, the total worldwide earnings have now reached $152.2M. Despite
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a challenging type of cancer to treat, especially in cases of relapse or refractory disease. However, a recent interim analysis of the phase III ECHELON-3 trial revealed some promising results in the third-line setting. This study investigated the use of a triplet combination therapy involving brentuximab vedotin (BV), lenalidomide,
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently made some bold accusations against China, claiming that the country was aiding Russia in disrupting an upcoming peace summit regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Zelenskyy alleged that Russia was using Chinese influence in Asia to prevent other countries from attending the summit, which is scheduled to take place in Switzerland. This
Labour has been under scrutiny for alleged claims of offering peerages to former Labour MPs in exchange for stepping down to make room for Sir Keir Starmer’s preferred candidates. The accusations came from left-wing Labour candidates who were serving as MPs until the election was called, stating that they were promised elevation to the House
