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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

Finding Hidden Pain in the Doctor’s Office

General doctors see many women each week, but a lot of violence in their homes stays hidden. This study looked at how doctors spot signs that a woman may be suffering from partner abuse. Researchers talked to 11 family physicians, including three men, across ten clinics. They used made‑up s

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Apr 21 2026HEALTH

Big Pharma Makes a Bold $7 Billion Bet on a New Cancer Treatment

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly just dropped $3. 25 billion upfront on a startup called Kelonia Therapeutics, with the potential to pay $7 billion total if everything goes right. The big idea? A treatment that turns your own immune cells into cancer fighters without the usual lab work. Instead of yan

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Drug Companies Scramble to Join Trump's Pricing Plan

Pharmaceutical firms not included in President Trump's drug pricing agreements are now trying to negotiate their own deals. This move is aimed at avoiding potential tariffs and new pricing regulations. Industry insiders reveal that these companies are reaching out to the White House and Medicare off

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Unlocking Local Change: How Councillors Use Research for Better Communities

Councillors in England hold significant power over local services. Yet, there's a big question: how do they use research to make decisions that affect people's health and well-being? This is where the Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs) come in. These groups were set up to help local

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Jan 09 2026BUSINESS

GM's EV U-Turn: A $6 Billion Lesson

General Motors is facing a huge financial setback. They just announced a $6 billion loss. This is because they are slowing down their electric vehicle (EV) plans. It's not the first time they've taken a hit. Back in October, they already reported a $1. 6 billion loss for the same reason. This chang

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's New Chief of Staff: Who is General Kyrylo Budanov?

General Kyrylo Budanov, a prominent figure in Ukraine's military intelligence, has been appointed as the new chief of staff by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This change comes at a crucial time, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year. Budanov takes over from Andrii Yermak, who re

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

GM's Stock Soars: What's Driving the Surge?

General Motors (GM) is having a stellar year in the stock market. As of the last trading day, its shares have climbed over 55%, reaching an all-time high of more than $80 per share. This is the best performance since the company's comeback after bankruptcy in 2009. Several things are fueling this g

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Dec 26 2025FINANCE

Big Pharma Steps Up with Fresh Price Deals

Pharmaceutical giants are making headlines again, but this time, it's not about new drugs. Merck and eight other big players have joined Pfizer, Lilly, and Novo in signing Most Favored Nation (MFN) deals. These agreements aim to make medicines more affordable by tying drug prices to the lowest price

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Dec 20 2025FINANCE

Pharma's AI Revolution: Hidden Gems for Smart Investors

Pharmaceutical stocks have been overlooked for years. But now, AI is changing the game. It can speed up drug development. This could cut the time from 15 years to just 6. That's big news for the industry. Two companies stand out. Becton Dickinson (BDX) and the BlackRock Health Sciences Fund (BME).

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Oct 31 2025BUSINESS

GM's EV Dream Hits a Speed Bump: Layoffs and Market Shifts

General Motors (GM) is feeling the heat in the electric vehicle (EV) market. After a brief surge in sales due to a soon-to-expire federal tax credit, the company is now facing some tough realities. The Trump administration's policies have made things even harder, with changes in regulations, cancele

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