Novo Nordisk launches weight loss drug Wegovy in Australia
Drug maker Novo Nordisk said Thursday it has launched its weight-loss drug Wegovy in Australia, making the hugely popular drug available in 12 countries. Novo, which has struggled to meet…
US FDA approves Adaptimmune therapy for a rare type of cancer
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it has approved Adaptimmune, a pioneering treatment for a rare type of soft tissue cancer that usually affects young adults.
U.S. sues TikTok over privacy violations of children under 13
The US Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against TikTok for failing to protect children's privacy on the social networking app. The government said TikTok violated the Children's Online Privacy…
Alphabet CapitalG fund cut stake in CrowdStrike ahead of global disruption in July
Alphabet, parent company of Google independent growth fund CapitalG, has cut its stake in cybersecurity company CrowdStrike, according to a regulatory filing on Friday, well before last month's global disruption…
Intel shares fall 26% as restructuring problems escalate
Intel shares fell 26 per cent on Friday, its worst day since 1974 after the chip maker suspended its dividend and cut staff to fund a costly reorganisation after losing…
LaFond wins gold in the triple jump
Thea Lafond made history for the Caribbean island nation of Dominica by winning gold in the triple jump on Saturday to claim the country's first ever Olympic medal. Jamaica's Shanika…
USA will meet Brazil in the men’s basketball quarter-finals
The reigning Olympic champions, Team USA, will meet Brazil in the quarterfinals of the men's basketball tournament at the Olympic Games after beating Puerto Rico 104-83 in Lille on Saturday…
American Krauser wins gold in shot put for third consecutive time
American Ryan Krauser became the first man to complete three "pitches" in the shot put at the Olympic Games on Saturday, adding another gold medal to his trophy bank with…
Gaza officials say five people die in hospital in Israeli strikes
An Israeli air strike hit a tent inside a hospital compound in central Gaza, killing at least five people, Gaza health officials said. The air strike hit a tented area…
Russian troops advance in eastern Ukraine
Russian attacks are increasing pressure on Pokrovsk, Ukraine said, as waves of guided bombs and infantry lead to some of Moscow's biggest territorial gains. The offensive is prompting a surge…
