United Kingdom July 26, 2023 Depression, anxiety, long-term COVID-19 symptoms drive increase in UK residents unable to work Official figures show that depression, anxiety, and long-term COVID-19 symptoms have been the primary factors contributing to the rise in the number of Britons who are too ill to work.
US July 26, 2023 Mastercard blocks marijuana transactions on debit cards, citing federal illegality Mastercard has issued a directive to financial institutions, urging them to cease processing marijuana transactions on its debit cards, causing a setback for the industry.
US July 18, 2023 Pfizer, Flagship Pioneering to invest $100 million in drug discovery Pfizer and Flagship Pioneering, a renowned venture firm known for incubating biotech companies like Moderna Inc, have announced a joint investment of $100 million.
Middle East July 18, 2023 Chipotle Mexican Grill to Expand into Middle East with first franchise deal in Dubai and Kuwait Chipotle Mexican Grill announced its entry into the Middle East market next year with its first-ever franchise deal. The venture will bring Chipotle to customers in Dubai and Kuwait.
Reuters June 26, 2023 South Africa reports 2 outbreaks of bird flu in poultry, according to World Organization for Animal Health Two bird flu outbreaks have been reported in South Africa, according to the WOAH. The bird flu strain that was detected was H7, a strain that has killed hundreds of millions of birds.
US June 15, 2023 American Medical Association adopts new policy on healthy weight assessment The American Medical Association has revised its guidance on determining healthy weight, advising doctors to consider factors beyond body mass index due to limitations.
Asia June 15, 2023 Cyclone Biparjoy makes landfall in India's Gujarat coast near Pakistan Cyclone Biparjoy has made landfall in India's Gujarat coast near the Pakistan boarder on Thursday night. Heavy rain and strong winds struck throughout coastal areas.
US June 14, 2023 US farm agency implements stricter verification for antibiotic use claims on meat products The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on Wednesday that it will enhance its verification of antibiotic-free labels on meat and poultry products after receiving several petitions.
South America June 14, 2023 Community kitchen struggles as inflation pushes more families into poverty in Buenos Aires Amidst the prevailing economic crisis in Argentina, characterized by soaring inflation rates, Anahà Robledo operates a community kitchen on the outskirts of Buenos Aires.
Europe June 14, 2023 Italy implements decree allowing regional speed limit reductions to combat air pollution In an effort to address high air pollution levels, Italy has enacted a government decree that grants regions the authority to lower speed limits on highways and motorways near urban areas.
US June 14, 2023 US lawmakers introduce new bill to protect TikTok user information SIx bipartisan lawmakers introduced a new bill aimed at safeguarding Americans' data from being exploited by foreign adversaries. The bill restricts data flow to unfriendly nations.