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Google to invest $6.4bn

The investment is its biggest-ever in Germany.

Pfizer poised to buy Metsera

The pharma giant improved its offer to $10bn.

Ozempic maker lowers outlook

The company posted tepid Q3 results.

Kimberly-Clark to buy Kenvue

The deal is valued at $48.7 billion.

BYD Q3 profit down 33%

This was a 33% year-on-year decrease.

Human skin cells turned into fertilisable eggs for first time

Paris, France -- Scientists said Wednesday they have turned human skin cells into eggs and fertilized them with sperm in...

Science

How social media can ‘trigger’ eating disorders in young people

Paris, France -- Social media can push vulnerable young people towards developing eating disorders by glorifying thinness and promoting fake,...

Science
Business

WEF24: AI-generated drugs promise cost reduction

AI is playing a critical role across the biomedical spectrum, from accelerating drug discovery to improving care delivery systems, says...
  • AI is playing a critical role across the biomedical spectrum, from accelerating drug discovery to improving care delivery systems, says Dr Alex Zhavoronkov of Insilico Medicine.
  • The latest technology enables end-to-end systems, and today, what we see is the true pinnacle of AI-powered drug discovery: the integration of AI and robotics, he adds
Science

World’s biggest flying lab comes to Asia on air pollution mission

Clark, Philippines - NASA has kicked off a series of marathon flights in Asia with the world's biggest flying laboratory, in...
  • Starting this week in the Philippines, the US agency's DC-8 is flying for up to eight hours at a time, sometimes just 50 feet from the ground, to swoop up air particles for study.
  • Millions of deaths each year are linked to air pollution, and improving the ability to identify its sources and behavior can lead to more accurate warning systems for the public.
Arts & Culture

Healthcare experts must keep up with tech innovations

She emphasizes the significant impact of technology on the healthcare sector and highlighted the 'Let's Talk Innovation' Symposium's focus on...
  • Dr. Kalthoom AlBlooshi of EHS emphasizes the need for professionals to stay abreast of technological advancements in healthcare.
  • The 'Let's Talk Innovation' Symposium aims to engage the youth in shaping the future of the UAE healthcare sector, adds AlBlooshi.
Business

Czech farmer cull 140,000 birds to halt spread of bird flu outbreak

Prague, Czech Republic - Czech farmers have killed about 140,000 birds since the start of the year in a bid to...
  • The infected birds had the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu strain, which is potentially transmissible to humans
  • The three commercial farms, all in central Czech Republic, have had to cull 50,000 ducks and 90,000 chicken
Economy

UAE healthcare spending set to reach $30.6bn by 2027

The sector witnesses a shift towards personalized and precision medicine, underscored by healthcare's significant digitization and data generation, says a...
  • The sector witnesses a shift towards personalized and precision medicine, underscored by healthcare's significant digitization and data generation, says a white paper.
  • Precision medicine has been identified as a key departure from traditional healthcare approaches, focusing on patient-centered care, the report highlights.
Research

WHO warns new cancer cases will rise to 35 million by 2050

Geneva, Switzerland - The number of new cancer cases will rise to more than 35 million in 2050 -- 77 percent...
  • The WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) cited tobacco, alcohol, obesity and air pollution as key factors in the estimated rise
  • The most-developed countries are expected to record the greatest increases in case numbers, with an additional 4.8 million new cases predicted in 2050 compared with 2022 estimates,

Average lifespan in Saudi Arabia rises to 77.6 years  

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Average life expectancy in Saudi Arabia reached 77.6 years compared to 74 years in 2016, the...
  • The remarkable progress is attributed to a series of strategic efforts, notably the incorporation of health promotion principles into all facets of life and policy
  • Initiatives such as promoting walking culture, reducing salt in foods, and fortifying health services have collectively contributed to the nation's improved health landscape

Saudi products declared free from artificial trans fats

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) for its...
  • Deaths attributed to artificial trans fats globally are estimated at around 500,000 annually, being a major cause of cardiovascular diseases
  • Saudi Arabia's accomplishment aligns with its Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program, focusing on a healthy food and nutrition strategy
Business

WHO urges limiting trans fat across the world

Geneva, Switzerland - The World Health Organization said on Monday that nearly half the world's population was now covered by solid...
  • The WHO appealed in 2018 for industrially produced fatty acids in foods to be eliminated worldwide by 2023, amid evidence they caused 500,000 premature deaths every year
  • 53 countries covering 46 percent of the world's population are now implementing best practice policies on the toxic substance -- up from 11 countries and six percent in 2018
Economy

UAE emerges as a new leader in global healthcare

“This goal, aligned with the forward-looking vision of the UAE's leadership, will not only enhance the quality of life but...
  • The Gulf country maintains its competitive edge in healthcare through advanced infrastructure and a skilled workforce, underscoring its commitment to healthcare excellence.
  • The UAE's ministry along with key departments showcases innovative health initiatives on the 'Emirates Health' platform, highlighting strategies for future healthcare development.

Human skin cells turned into fertilisable eggs for first time

Paris, France -- Scientists said Wednesday they have turned human skin cells into eggs and fertilized them with sperm in...
Science

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Pig kidney removed from US transplant patient, but she set record

Washington, United States - Doctors have had to remove the pig kidney implanted in an American woman after her body...
Science

World’s tiniest pacemaker is smaller than grain of rice

Paris, France -- Scientists said Wednesday they have developed the world's tiniest pacemaker, a temporary heartbeat regulator smaller than a...
Science

Stealth to Health: Medical innovation to combat silent killers

The future of healthcare is shifting towards decentralized, preventive care, leveraging AI to anticipate risks and improve long-term health outcomes,...
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Analysis

The future is already here

Humanity is on a tech-fueled trajectory. Data and informed predictions are inspiring, showing how AI is reshaping economies, smart cities...
  • The global travel and tourism industry is projected to contribute over $15 trillion annually to the world economy by 2030.
  • By 2035, 60% of the city traffic and emissions can be reduced thanks to shared autonomous electric vehicles.
Science

Trump’s aid freeze could cause millions more AIDS deaths: UN agency

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - President Donald Trump's decision to suspend US overseas funding could result in millions more deaths from AIDS,...
  • The United States is the world's largest provider of official development assistance, with most funds directed through the United States Agency for International Development
  • Trump ordered the bulk of US foreign assistance to be frozen for three months on returning to office in January, leaving global humanitarians scrambling to deal with the fallout
World Economic Forum

UNFPA and corporate partners drive reproductive justice in workplaces

Mariarosa Cutillo, UNFPA Chief of the Private Sector and Civil Society Branch, says businesses need to provide adequate maternal health...
  • UNFPA emphasizes that corporate strategies can empower vulnerable communities, particularly women, by driving positive change in workplaces, Cutillo said
  • UNFPA's presence in 150 countries allows us to work with women and implement these targeted initiatives effectively, she added.