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Fragments of bird flu virus genome found in pasteurized milk, FDA says: The test cannot tell if the virus is live. FDA still considers milk supply safe.

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Quick Glance: USDA directive mandates bird flu testing for dairy cows in interstate transport

A new federal directive from the USDA states that dairy cows transported across state lines must be tested for bird flu.

Following the discovery of bird flu virus fragments in pasteurized milk, the FDA initiated a survey of commercially sold milk.

The presence of the virus in the commercial milk supply indicates previous measures were insufficient in controlling its spread.

In addition to testing dairy cows before transport, the Wednesday's order mandates state veterinary labs to report positive tests to federal health authorities.

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World’s oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George, die at 62 - National | Globalnews.ca

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Quick Glance: World’s oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George, pass away at 62 years old

Twins George and Lori Schappell, previously holding the title as the world’s oldest living conjoined twins, have passed away.

On April 7, George and Lori passed away at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, as documented by Guinness World Records. The exact cause of death remains unknown.

Through exceptional schedule management and willingness to compromise, the siblings managed to harmonize life and passion. Lori worked in a hospital laundry unit, and George's musical performances occasionally took them abroad.

According to Mayo Clinic, conjoined twins form when an early embryo only partially separates to create two individuals.

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Terry Anderson, AP reporter held captive in Lebanon for years, has died at 76: Terry Anderson, the globe-trotting Associated Press correspondent who became one ...

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Honda to set up $11 bln electric vehicle, battery plants in Canada: Honda Motor plans to invest C$15 billion ($11 billion) in new EV and battery production ...

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Quick Glance: Honda to Establish $11 Bln EV, Battery Plants in Canada

Honda plans to invest C$15 billion in new EV and battery production plants in Ontario alongside existing facilities to support the growth of North American demand for EVs.

Production is set to start by 2028, with an annual capacity of up to 240,000 EVs and 36 gigawatt-hours for batteries to achieve the goal of having all North American sales from Honda be either EVs or fuel cell vehicles by 2040.

The Canadian government and Ontario province intend to support Honda with around C$5 billion, with Honda contributing 60%-70% of the total investment to reduce costs by more than 20%.

Honda will also collaborate with companies like Asahi Kasei and POSCO to further lower production costs and strengthen the EV supply chain in Canada, leading to an increase in jobs and economic growth.

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Less-Watched Jobs Indicator Points to Deep Cracks in Canada’s Labor Market: Canada’s job market is less robust than the country’s most closely watched employment ...

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Alzheimer's drug adoption in US slowed by doctors' skepticism: Nine months into the U.S. launch of the first drug proven to slow the advance of Alzheimer's ...

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Quick Glance: Alzheimer's Drug Uptake Hindered by Doctors' Skepticism in US

The first drug to slow the progression of Alzheimer's, Leqembi by Eisai and Biogen, is facing resistance in the US from doctors who believe the treatment is futile.

The requirements of Leqembi, such as additional diagnostic tests, twice-monthly infusions, and regular brain scans, have led to slow adoption as many doctors express concerns about efficacy, cost, and risks.

Despite FDA approval and proven benefits in clinical trials, many doctors still have reservations about Leqembi, hindering the widespread use of the drug.

The companies behind Leqembi are working to improve physician and patient education to increase acceptance of the medication, aiming to treat 100,000 patients by 2026.

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Honda’s $11 Billion Electric-Vehicle Expansion Includes Government Aid in Canada: Honda Motor Co. will spend C$15 billion ($11 billion) to build electric ...

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FDA Approves Antibiotic to Treat Urinary Infections: Pivmecillinam, which has been used in Europe for decades, will become available next year to women 18 and ...

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Merck raises 2024 profit forecast on surging sales of cancer drug Keytruda: Merck & Co on Thursday raised its annual profit and revenue forecasts on the back of ...

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Quick Glance: Merck boosts 2024 profit outlook due to Keytruda sales

Merck & Co. raises annual profit and revenue forecasts based on double-digit growth for the blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda.

Sales for 2024 are estimated to be between $63.1 billion and $64.3 billion, an increase from the previous forecast.

Keytruda recorded $6.95 billion in sales in the first quarter, a 20% increase from the previous year.

Merck also saw strong growth with its vaccine Gardasil, the drug Vaxneuvance, and a successful acquisition of Harpoon Therapeutics in the first quarter of 2024.

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Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar again in the spotlight fighting the conservative Supreme Court on abortion

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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights

The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.

The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.

The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.

The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.

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Biden administration issues privacy rule protecting abortion: President Joe Biden's administration issued a final rule on Monday aimed at strengthening privacy ...

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InnovationRx: Legislation Could Prevent Pharma Companies From Working With Chinese Contractors

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Trans Mountain oil shippers raise concerns about risk of delay to full service: Some shippers on Canada's Trans Mountain expansion project are raising concerns ...

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Bob Cole, veteran CBC broadcaster and former voice of 'Hockey Night in Canada,' dead at 90

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Abeona shares tumble as FDA declines to approve skin disorder treatment: Abeona Therapeutics said on Monday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had ...

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Dashcam video shows dramatic rescue from burning car: Drivers in Minnesota stopped in the middle of a highway to help pull a man out from a vehicle on fire.

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Asahi Kasai to build EV battery component plant in Canada to supply Honda, Nikkei reports

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Eli Lilly to acquire manufacturing facility from Nexus Pharma: Eli Lilly said on Monday that it will acquire a manufacturing facility from Nexus Pharmaceuticals ...

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Canada's planned capital gains tax hike may choke mining startups, dealmakers say

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Gilead posts quarterly loss on acquisition charge, revenue rises 5%: Gilead Sciences reported a first-quarter loss on Thursday after taking a $3 ...

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Remains from a mother-daughter cold case were found nearly 24 years later, after a deathbed confession from the suspect

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Molly the magpie reunited with dog best friend after public outcry - National | Globalnews.ca

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Quick Glance: Reunion of Molly the Magpie and Peggy the Staffy

Molly, the magpie, has finally returned home to the Gold Coast after a 45-day odyssey and has reunited with her unlikely best friend, Peggy the Staffy.

Queensland's Department of Environment, Science, and Innovation (DESI) made the announcement, signaling the end of the gripping saga.

Independent veterinary experts have determined that Molly is 'highly habituated' and may have developmental issues, making her unsuitable for rehabilitation or return to the wild.

Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen demonstrated their commitment to Molly's well-being by meeting the conditions outlined in the licensing process, including refraining from the commercial exploitation of the bird or its image, participating in wildlife carer training, and collaborating with DESI to ensure Molly's ongoing care and enrichment.

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Reactions: Canada unveils fresh taxes on wealthy in federal budget

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Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi falls short of blockbuster status in faltering US rollout

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Eli Lilly weight-loss drug found to address sleep apnoea in trial: Study results could encourage US Medicare system and private insurers to cover tirzepatide ...

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Skies over southern Greece turn orange as winds blow dust across from North Africa

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US FDA mandates label updates on CAR-T cancer therapies

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Canada's New Billion-Dollar Defense Investment: Strong Arctic Focus: Canada's government has announced a new trillion-dollar investment in the country's defence ...

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Canada's TC Energy says NGTL pipeline system resumes normal operations after fire

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Canada's plan to raise taxes on the savings of wealthy people and corporations is likely to hold back investment, potentially adding to the productivity ...

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Most of Lilly's Mounjaro and Zepbound doses in limited supply, FDA says: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration website showed that most doses of Eli Lilly's ...

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Canada federal budget doesn't change fiscal track much - BoC

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Over 100 pilot whales beached on western Australian coast have been rescued, officials say

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Taiwan Moves to Boost Its Global Standing with Chip Diplomacy: Taiwan is ramping up international cooperation deals with countries like Canada and France in ...

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VIEW Canada's annual inflation in March edges up to 2.9%

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Aw, rats: Chicago’s beloved ‘Rat Hole’ removed from sidewalk - National | Globalnews.ca

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Canada beats U.S. in OT thriller to win Women’s Worlds gold

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Canada's budget to increase taxes on the wealthiest, says source

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'Bollard Man': Hero who confronted stabber promised Australia visa: The Prime Minister has told "Bollard Man" Damien Guerot he can stay in the country as long as ...

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Luke Bryan slips on phone midshow — and fans praise him for 'grace and even humor'

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Canada, hit by housing crisis, unveils plan to build millions of homes

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Quick Glance: Canada's Ambitious Housing Plan to Address Crisis

Canada plans to build nearly 3.9 million houses by 2031 under a new federal initiative to tackle the housing crisis.

The plan, falling short by almost a third compared to projections, is expected to dominate the upcoming federal budget.

With no direct role in construction, Ottawa must rely on policy measures and funding to ensure partners respond to the housing shortage.

The measures include proposals to extend low-cost loans, utilize federal land for rapid house construction, and combat mortgage fraud inflating housing costs.

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U.S. Supreme Court rejects Vanda Pharmaceuticals case over sleep-drug patents: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a bid by Vanda Pharmaceuticals ...

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Bogus Botox poisoning outbreak spreads to 9 states, CDC says: All of the case have been in women, nine of whom were hospitalized.

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Canada slaps more sanctions on Belarus, citing human rights violations

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U.S. Falls to Canada 6-5 in Overtime, Earns Silver Medal in Women’s Worlds : Knight earns record-breaking 14th Women’s Worlds medal

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Canada to Allow 30-Year Mortgages for First-Time Homebuyers: Canada will loosen the rules on mortgages to allow first-time buyers to take out 30-year loans when ...

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Bitcoin’s latest ‘halving’ has arrived and here’s what you need to know: Bitcoin holding steady at about $63,907 after ‘halving’

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Quick Glance: Bitcoin 'Halving' Completed, CoinGecko Reports

Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, completed its 'halving' on Friday, a phenomenon that occurs roughly every four years according to CoinGecko.

Following the 'halving', Bitcoin remained relatively stable, dropping by 0.47% to $63,747.

The 'halving' was integrated into Bitcoin's code at its inception to reduce the rate of new Bitcoins being created.

Experts are divided on whether the upcoming 'halving' will boost Bitcoin's price, with some viewing it as already factored in, while others remain skeptical.

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Canada to push ahead with digital services tax on global tech firms starting 2024

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Canada to give loan guarantees to Indigenous groups for energy projects: OTTAWA, April 16 (Reuters) - Canada will provide up toC$5 billion ($3 ...

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Trump trial live updates: Moments after a jury was complete, a man outside the courthouse set himself on fire, a witness said

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Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults

Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.

Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.

Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.

Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.

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Neumora's early-stage schizophrenia drug study put on hold: Neumora Therapeutics said on Monday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had placed a clinical ...

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Fossils of colossal snake Vasuki unearthed in India mine: The huge snakes lived during the Cenozoic era, which began after the dinosaur age ended 66 million ...

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US FDA warns of harmful reactions to fake Botox injections

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Canada's inflation rate ticks up to 2.9%, but underlying cooling continues

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Ottawa to force banks to identify carbon rebate by name in direct deposits: The first rebate deposits in 2022 were generically labelled – ‘federal payment’ and ...

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Team Canada goes for cool factor in Paris Games kit: Team Canada unveiled the kit athletes will wear at this year's Paris Olympics on Tuesday ...

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FDA classifies recall of Boston Scientific device as 'most serious': The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday classified a recall of Boston ...

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'How gold becomes guns': heist spotlights illegal US-Canada gun trade: The majority of handguns used in Canadian crimes come from the US, where gun laws are much ...

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Canada to give Indigenous groups loan guarantees for resource projects: Canada will provide up to C$5 billion ($3.6 billion) in loan guarantees to help ...

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Canada's capital gains tax rise will further knock productivity, say economists

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Ukrainian Teen Describes Being Taken From School by Armed Men & Held in Russian-Controlled Territory

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Police arrest six, seek three others linked to Canada's largest gold heist

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FDA and USDA food recalls reach highest level since before pandemic: Undeclared allergen, Listeria and Salmonella were the top three reasons for food recalls in ...

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El Niño looks to be fading. What Canadians can expect in the months to come - National | Globalnews.ca

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3.6 million Medicare enrollees may now be eligible for Wegovy coverage: About 3.6 million Medicare enrollees may qualify for coverage for the anti-obesity drug ...

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