FDA panel narrowly backs COVID-19 pill from Merck
A panel of U.S. health advisers narrowly backed a closely watched COVID-19 pill from Merck. The FDA panel voted 13-10 that the antiviral drug’s benefits outweigh its…
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Manhunt underway after three people escape from Howard Springs quarantine facility
Northern Territory Police are searching for three people who allegedly scaled the fence at the Howard Springs quarantine facility and fled.
Read moreMulti-billion EU bid to challenge Chinese influence
The “Global Gateway” plan is seen as an attempt to counter Chinese influence in Africa and beyond.
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Sweden’s first female Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson elected for 2nd time in a week
Magdalena Andersson, who last week was Sweden’s first female prime minister for a few hours before resigning because a budget defeat made a coalition partner quit, was…
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Sri Lankan cricket legend Arjuna Ranatunga quits United National Party
Former Sri Lankan minister and legendary cricketer Arjuna Ranatunga has resigned from the Opposition United National Party, citing dissatisfaction with the outfit’s workings.Former Sri Lankan minister and…
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