Day: January 20, 2025

Datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) is now an FDA-approved treatment for patients with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. The approval is supported by data from the phase 3 TROPION-Breast01 trial, which showed that Dato-DXd demonstrated better progression-free survival and overall response rates compared to chemotherapy. In the trial, Dato-DXd was found to have a median progression-free survival … Read more

EnerSys, a leading industrial battery maker based in Berks County, Pennsylvania, has finalized a deal with the federal government to receive $199 million in funding for its new lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Greenville, South Carolina. The company plans to use the money to build a 500,000 square-foot plant, which will produce advanced lithium-ion cells … Read more

A recent outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI, more specifically avian influenza type A H5N1) in dairy cattle has also affected domestic cats, with dozens confirmed cases reported since March 2024. The virus can be transmitted through poultry or wild bird exposure. A new source of infection has emerged: raw diets containing poultry contaminated … Read more

At least 80 people have been killed in Colombia’s northeast region following failed peace talks with the National Liberation Army (ELN). The violence occurred in several towns near the border with Venezuela, where community leader Carmelo Guerrero and seven others who sought to sign a peace deal were among the victims. Thousands of people are … Read more

China’s internet companies were once hailed as the future of technology, with many global investors betting big on their success. However, after years of censorship, strict regulations, and a growing distrust in the country’s tech sector, these companies are now facing an uncertain future. Despite their impressive products and user base, Chinese apps like TikTok, … Read more

Microsoft continues to add new features to Windows 10 despite its impending end of support, with some users questioning their usefulness. The latest update, build 19045.5435, brings a calendar flyout with weather forecasts and holiday illustrations, but some see it as a distraction from more pressing issues. The company’s focus on promoting Windows 11 has … Read more

Liam Neeson’s 1994 Oscar nomination for his role as Oscar Schindler in Schindler’s List is a testament to his exceptional acting abilities. At just 25 years old, Neeson was already making waves in the film industry with this powerful performance. Based on a true story, Schindler’s List tells the tale of how one German businessman … Read more

Islam Makhachev solidified his status as the lightweight king after a dominating performance against Renato Moicano at UFC 311. The ease with which he defeated Moicano raises questions about who can pose a meaningful challenge to him. Ilia Topuria’s recent victories over Alexander Volkanovski and Holloway have sparked interest in a potential showdown between Makhachev … Read more

France’s foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot has vowed to continue fighting for the release of two French-Israeli hostages, Ofer Kalderon and Ohad Yahalomi, who are among a list of 33 expected to be freed under a new Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. Hamas released three Israeli hostages on Sunday as part of the ceasefire, which suspends a 15-month-old … Read more

The Times of Israel’s website experienced technical difficulties, leaving users unable to access the site. The issue is attributed to a problem with JavaScript and cookies, which are required for proper functioning. While the exact cause is still unknown, officials have assured users that they are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible. … Read more