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AstraZeneca Pauses £500m Cambridge HQ Investment

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has paused plans for its new £500 million global headquarters in Cambridge, citing an 'unfavourable' UK economic climate and sending shockwaves through the business community.

Common Meds Linked to Youth Suicide Surge, Study Finds

Groundbreaking research uncovers a disturbing correlation between widely prescribed drugs, including beta-blockers and anti-anxiety medications, and a sharp increase in suicide risks and depression in children and young adults. Experts are calling for urg

MSD to create 125+ new R&D jobs in London expansion

Pharmaceutical giant MSD, known as Merck in the US, is significantly expanding its UK presence with a new state-of-the-art research hub in London, generating over 125 new high-skilled jobs and reinforcing the city's status as a global life sciences leader

Mounjaro KwikPens launch without price reduction

Exclusive: Diabetes and weight loss patients face financial strain as Eli Lilly's new Mounjaro KwikPens hit the market without the anticipated price reduction, maintaining a premium cost for the identical medication.

Germany seizes illegal Wegovy shipment in Frankfurt

German authorities have confiscated thousands of doses of the in-demand weight-loss medication Wegovy from a Frankfurt wholesaler, citing illegal parallel imports from outside the EU and improper storage conditions.

Teen dies after starting new asthma medication

A 13-year-old girl from Northern Ireland tragically passed away just days after being prescribed a new asthma medication. Her devastated family is now demanding answers from health authorities.

Scotland's £500m Green Energy Investment in Highlands

The Scottish Government is spearheading a massive £500 million investment in the Highlands and Islands' green energy sector, partnering with a US private equity firm to create sustainable jobs and boost the local economy.

West Coast States Form Historic Vaccine Safety Alliance

In a landmark move for public health, California, Oregon, and Washington announce a unified 'West Coast Pact' to independently review COVID-19 vaccines, prioritising safety and science over political pressure.

Pfizer CEO: Trump Wanted Nobel Prize for Vaccine Role

The CEO of Pfizer has alleged that former President Donald Trump directly suggested he should be awarded a Nobel Prize for his role in the rapid development of the COVID-19 vaccine, a revelation that has sent shockwaves through political and scientific ci

Uganda Opens Pioneering mRNA Vaccine Facility

Uganda has inaugurated Africa's first major mRNA vaccine facility, a historic step towards medical self-reliance, combating diseases from COVID-19 to HIV, and reducing the continent's dependency on foreign pharmaceuticals.

RFK Jr Accuses CDC of Being 'Captured' by Big Pharma

US Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launches a scathing attack on the CDC, accusing it of corruption and being a 'captured agency' of the pharmaceutical industry in a bombshell op-ed.

Police Hunt Woman Selling Fake Ozempic and Mounjaro

A nationwide manhunt is underway for a woman allegedly selling fake diabetes and weight-loss medications online. Authorities warn of severe health risks from counterfeit semaglutide injections.

Trump Accuses Big Pharma of COVID Cover-Up in Debate

In a fiery debate revelation, Donald Trump accuses pharmaceutical giants of a COVID-19 cover-up, vowing to force transparency on the pandemic's origins if re-elected. RFK Jr. backs the claim, igniting a new political firestorm.

Ireland's Israeli Securities Sale Sparks Diplomatic Row

Ireland's controversial €13 million sale of Israeli securities, prompted by human rights concerns, has ignited a political firestorm, drawn criticism from Israel, and raised questions over the strategic management of the €16 billion National Treasury Mana

AstraZeneca's Revolutionary Blood Pressure Pill Shows Promise

A groundbreaking new hypertension drug, Baxdrostat, developed by AstraZeneca, has demonstrated remarkable success in clinical trials, potentially offering new hope for millions with treatment-resistant high blood pressure in the UK.

Dubai Fund Takes Major Stake in London Stock Exchange

Dubai's sovereign wealth fund secures a 10.3% stake in LSEG, marking a significant Middle Eastern investment in the heart of the UK's financial infrastructure and raising questions about foreign influence.

Trump Tariffs Threaten UK Ozempic and Mounjaro Supplies

Former President Trump's proposed tariffs could severely restrict UK supplies and drastically increase prices for diabetes and weight-management medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, creating a new healthcare crisis.

West Ham Women in US private equity investment talks

West Ham United's women's team is in exclusive negotiations with a US private equity firm for a significant strategic investment, signalling a major shift in the landscape of women's football ownership and finance.

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