Tagrisso emerges as the leading treatment for EGFR-mutated lung cancer AstraZeneca’s revolutionary lung cancer therapy, Tagrisso, has exhibited the potential to reduce the risk of death by over half in patients with a specific form of lung cancer. The trial data, presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)…
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Geetha Pillai is a distinguished journalist specializing in global economic and political affairs. With a wide-ranging background in news agencies, print, and digital media, Geetha is a skilled reporter whose knowledge and expertise significantly enhance her journalistic contributions. Staying up-to-date with the latest international developments, she consistently offers timely and insightful coverage of emerging news stories.
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A new drug developed by Servier Group, a private pharmaceutical company, has shown promising results in slowing down the growth of a type of brain cancer that has not seen any improvement in treatment for more than two decades. Vorasidenib targets grade 2 glioma The drug, called vorasidenib, is designed…
Singer on foreign agent list for opposing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine Zemfira, a popular Russian singer-songwriter who left her homeland due to her opposition to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, was seen at the French Open on Sunday. She was sitting in the player’s box of Daria Kasaktina, a Russian tennis…
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Violent Protests Result in 16 Deaths, Triggering One of Senegal’s Worst Civil Unrests in Decades Senegal’s government has implemented a temporary suspension of mobile internet access in certain areas as a response to the violent riots that have plagued the country, according to an official statement released on Sunday. The government cited the dissemination of “hateful and subversive” messages online as a catalyst for the unrest. Over the past three…
Armed Gangs Target Villages and Students in Northern Nigeria Gunmen in Nigeria have carried out deadly attacks, claiming the lives of numerous individuals and abducting children in two separate incidents in the country’s northern states. These assaults serve as a stark reminder of the persistent armed violence plaguing the region. Taking advantage of the limited security presence, armed gangs on motorcycles frequently exploit the vulnerable situation to kidnap villagers, H…
11,000 Police to be Deployed, with 4,000 in Paris Alone French authorities have announced plans to deploy 11,000 police personnel across the country, with 4,000 of them stationed in Paris, as unions call for a nationwide day of protests against President Emmanuel Macron’s proposed retirement age increase. The announcement was made by French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin on Sunday, emphasizing the need to ensure the security of the demonstrations while…
Pavlyuchenkova doubtful of wild card entry Russian tennis player Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova has expressed her skepticism about receiving a wild card entry for Wimbledon this year, despite the tournament lifting its ban on Russian and Belarusian Players athletes. The ban was imposed last year after Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine in February 2022. (Also Read: Visa Delays Threaten Wimbledon Hopes of Russian and Belarusian Players) Pavlyuchenkova, who is currently ranked 333rd in the world, has just reached the quarter-finals of the…
Yoshikazu Higashitani, popular YouTuber known as GaaSyy, apprehended for alleged threats against celebrities Yoshikazu Higashitani, a well-known YouTuber and former Member of Parliament, has been arrested by Japanese police on charges of making threats against celebrities. Higashitani, popularly known as GaaSyy on YouTube, gained fame for his celebrity gossip videos, but now finds himself facing serious legal consequences. Arrest made after two months of search following an arrest warrant issued by Tokyo police According to local media reports, Higashitani returned…
Governor expresses willingness to negotiate with pro-Ukraine partisans The governor of Russia’s Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, expressed his willingness on Sunday to meet with a pro-Ukraine group that is currently holding two Russian soldiers captive. The governor’s announcement came as he reported a renewed flare-up of fighting near the border. Freedom of Russia Legion and Russian Volunteer Corps claim responsibility for cross-border attacks The Freedom of Russia Legion and the Russian Volunteer Corps have taken responsibility for a series of…
Tragedy has one again struck the infamous Glebelands Hostel in Umlazi, Durban, as seven individuals were shot dead on Saturday. The shocking incident occurred when unknown gunmen targeted a gathering of nine men who were drinking in one of the hostel’s rooms. Two survivors were rushed to the hospital, while the gunmen managed to escape the scene before authorities arrived. The motive behind the shooting remains unknown, prompting a comprehensive investigation by the KwaZulu-Natal police. According to authorities, the nine…
Li Shangfu urges cooperation and warns of ‘unbearable disaster’ if conflict erupts China’s defence minister Li Shangfu has appealed for dialogue and cooperation with the United States, saying that conflict between the two powers would be an “unbearable disaster” for the world. He made the remarks at the Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia’s premier defence summit, held in Singapore on Sunday. Li said that China and the US had different systems and interests, but that should not prevent them from seeking common…
Dramatic Footage Captures the Collapse of Aguwani Sultanganj Ganga Bridge A shocking incident occurred on Sunday, June 4, as an under-construction bridge in Bhagalpur, Bihar, collapsed in a dramatic fashion. The visuals, captured on camera, revealed the collapse of two consecutive sections of the Aguwani Sultanganj Ganga bridge. This incident has raised serious concerns about the safety standards and construction quality of the bridge, which was estimated to cost over Rs 1,700 crore. Section of Bridge Falls into River Ganga,…
China Opposes Imposing Will on Others and Interfering in Internal Affairs Chinese State Councilor and Minister of National Defense, Li Shangfu, delivered a speech at the 20th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on Sunday, emphasizing China’s strong opposition to imposing one’s own will on others and prioritizing self-interest at the expense of others. Li emphasized the importance of mutual respect over bullying and hegemony in international relations, urging countries to uphold principles of fairness and justice. The defense minister criticized certain…
Sunak emphasizes the importance of a close relationship with the U.S. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his desire to foster a “close and candid relationship” with U.S. President Joe Biden during his upcoming visit to Washington. The visit comes after recent indications of strains in bilateral ties between the two nations. Sunak is scheduled to be in the U.S. capital on Wednesday and Thursday, engaging in discussions with politicians in Congress, business leaders, and the president himself. Strengthening economic…