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August 31, 2023

Jailed Russian ultranationalist says he would make a better president than Putin: 'I am not nearly so kind'

A Russian ultranationalist has been awaiting trial on charges of inciting extremism in Russia. Igor Girkin described Russia's president as a gullible person who is "too kind."

August 31, 2023

Ukraine tells critics of slow counteroffensive to 'shut up'

The country of Ukraine told critics of its slow counteroffensive to "shut up" on Aug. 31, 2023. The counteroffensive has been ongoing for three months.

August 30, 2023

US asks Mexico to investigate labor rights at cargo airline under trade agreement

The U.S. requested that Mexico investigate potential labor rights violations concerning pilots at a small cargo airline, marking the eighth such inquiry made by Washington this year.

August 30, 2023

IATA calls on Mexican government to seek alternatives to proposed flight cuts at Mexico City airport

The International Air Transport Association urged Mexico to explore other options instead of moving forward with its plans to reduce flights at the Mexico City International Airport.

August 30, 2023

Major price reductions for tuberculosis drug Bedaquiline in lower-income countries by J&J and Lupin

Johnson & Johnson and pharmaceutical company Lupin agreed to provide versions of the tuberculosis drug bedaquiline at significantly reduced prices in low- and middle-income countries.

August 30, 2023

Blood test for Parkinson's disease promising in early study

Researchers have unveiled a promising experimental blood test capable of detecting Parkinson's disease in its early stages, potentially becoming the first specific tool for diagnosis.

August 30, 2023

Bosch closes deal to buy US semiconductor foundry in EV chip push

Germany's Bosch Group completed the acquisition of chip manufacturer TSI Semiconductors as part of its plan to establish a manufacturing presence in the U.S. for silicon carbide chips.

August 30, 2023

UK's National Health Service introduces groundbreaking 'under the skin' cancer treatment injection

UK's National Health Service is launching a new approach to cancer treatment, becoming the world's first to introduce an injection option that could slash treatment durations by up to 75%.

August 30, 2023

Nearly one-third of 18-year-old women in Japan may never have children, highlighting population concerns

Around 33.4% of 18-year-old women in Japan may never become mothers, according to a report by the National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS).

August 30, 2023

England accelerates vaccine programs due to new COVID variant

England has decided to advance its autumn flu and COVID-19 vaccination campaigns as a precautionary measure following the detection of a highly mutated COVID variant.