Pfizer’s recent decision to discontinue the development of its twice-daily weight loss pill, danuglipron, highlights the ongoing challenges faced by pharmaceutical companies in creating effective and safe treatments for obesity. While obese patients in clinical trials experienced significant weight loss with the drug, the high rates of adverse side effects were a cause for concern.
The highly publicized “Take Care of Maya” trial concluded recently with a staggering $261 million verdict in compensatory and punitive damages for the Kowalski family. The jury held Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital of Florida responsible for various claims, including Beata Kowalski’s wrongful death by suicide, infliction of emotional distress, and false imprisonment and battery.
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has pushed back the release of its custom GPT store to early 2024, according to an internal memo obtained by Reuters. This development comes after the company’s initial plan to launch the store in November, which was announced during its first developer conference. The delay is attributed to OpenAI’s dedication
On 29 November, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced the tragic death of British soldier Major Kevin McCool. The 32-year-old soldier, known for his exceptional service in various parts of the world, passed away while off duty in Kenya. The details surrounding his death remain unclear, as the MoD provided no further information in their
The Cleveland Browns have experienced a rollercoaster season with constant changes at the quarterback position. This week, veteran passer Joe Flacco will step in as the team’s fourth starting quarterback. Flacco replaces rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who is currently in concussion protocol after last weekend’s loss to the Denver Broncos. With this latest development, the Browns’
In a significant development for the federal election interference case against former President Donald Trump, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan denied two of Trump’s motions to dismiss on Friday. This ruling undermines Trump’s assertion of absolute immunity from criminal prosecution and has far-reaching implications for the future of presidential accountability. Judge Chutkan firmly rejected Trump’s
In today’s digital age, the amount of data being generated on a daily basis is staggering. From emails to online music streaming, all of this information needs to be stored somewhere. Recognizing the need for innovative solutions, China is taking a bold step by placing data centers underwater. While this concept may seem unconventional, it
In a surprising turn of events, Amazon has secured three rocket launches from SpaceX for its ambitious Project Kuiper internet satellite program. This move comes as a shock, considering that the Kuiper system is intended to be a direct competitor to Elon Musk’s Starlink in the satellite broadband market. With both Starlink and Kuiper aiming
The documentary film industry is set to unveil a groundbreaking work that sheds light on the life and contributions of a prominent figure in the field of female sexuality research. “The Disappearance of Shere Hite,” directed by Nicole Newnham, explores the turbulent journey of Shere Hite, an American sex researcher who gained fame in the
In a significant development for the ride-hailing giant, Uber has been added to the S&P 500 Index, replacing Sealed Air Corp. This announcement caused Uber’s shares to surge by 5% in after-hours trading on Friday. The inclusion in this prestigious index is expected to have a positive impact on Uber’s stock price and increase its