Novo Nordisk announced a $4.1 billion investment to build a new manufacturing plant in Clayton, North Carolina, to increase production capacity for its popular drugs Wegovy, Ozempic, and other injectable therapies.
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TikTok Ban Could Suppress Minority Voices, Justice Groups Argue in Court
A coalition of social and racial justice groups argued in a legal brief that a federal ban or forced sale of TikTok would suppress minority voices by disrupting a crucial platform for online connection and advocacy.
US DOJ Charges Nearly 200 Doctors, Nurses in $2.7 Billion Healthcare Fraud Bust
The US Department of Justice has launched a nationwide crackdown resulting in charges against nearly 200 individuals involved in healthcare fraud schemes totaling over $2.7 billion
California Moves to Ease Employer Penalties for Labor Violations
The California Legislature approved bills to amend the Private Attorneys General Act, reducing penalties for some employers while requiring corrective actions for violations.
China Welcomes US Dairy Companies Expanding in Chinese Market
China has expressed willingness to work with US dairy companies that would like to expand their business in the Chinese market.
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USDA experts have traced the spread of the H5N1 virus in Michigan to a herd of dairy cattle imported from Texas, leading to widespread infections among local poultry and cattle.
The FDA has approved the first menthol e-cigarettes for sale in the US, prompting criticism from parent groups who claim the agency has "failed American families."
Russia's President Vladimir Putin's visit to China last month reportedly secured alternative payment methods for the two nations.
Amazon is set to replace 95% of plastic air cushions in North American shipping packages with 100% recyclable paper fillers.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill allowing parents to block algorithm-suggested social media posts for minors and restrict notifications, aiming to limit addictive feeds for users under 18.
During a visit to North Korea to strengthen economic ties, Russia's President Vladimir Putin gifted North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a Russian-made limousine, a tea set, and artwork.
The US Senate passed a bill with strong bipartisan support to accelerate the deployment of nuclear energy by streamlining permits and creating incentives for advanced reactor technologies.
The CDC has identified a rare flu variant in the US that shows resistance to the commonly used antiviral treatment Tamiflu, raising concerns due to two significant mutations.
California lawmakers rejected Governor Newsom's request to allocate an additional $400 million for PG&E in the state budget, continuing a political standoff.
