The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the average person is less than 1%. That's a big difference! The trials t...
Pfizer has been making waves in the pharmaceutical world. It recently outmaneuvered Novo Nordisk to secure a deal for Metsera. This win has given Pfizer's stock a boost. But the company's success isn't just about one deal. Pfizer's third-quarter earnings were impressive. They beat Wall Street's expectations for both earnings and revenue. One of their drugs, Lorbrena...
Pfizer's decision to offload its remaining shares in BioNTech (BNTX) has raised eyebrows. This move hints at a lack of faith in BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine and its stock potential. BioNTech, once a profit powerhouse, is now facing significant losses. Its shares, though not cheap, reflect a company struggling to find solid ground. BioNTech's star product, the COVID-1...
India is working hard to create its own tech solutions. The government wants to reduce dependence on foreign tech giants. They have started using local platforms like Zoho Mail, Koo, and Sandes. This push for self-reliance is part of a bigger goal to challenge the U. S. -dominated digital world. The idea of digital decolonization sounds good. It means breaking free ...
In the vast Mojave Desert, the Mountain Pass mine might look like any other barren landscape, but it holds a crucial piece of America's past and future. This mine was once the world's top supplier of rare earth elements, essential for modern tech and military tech. Back in the 1980s, it provided nearly two-thirds of the global demand for these vital materials. Howeve...
A recent shift in policy by the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has brought relief to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The DOJ has decided not to enforce new restrictions that would have blocked federal grant funding for legal services to undocumented immigrants. This change came after a group of Democratic-led states and the District of...
Utah's higher education system is making big moves to prepare students for the future. The Utah Board of Higher Education has been working hard to make college more affordable and accessible. They are also focusing on programs that will help students get good jobs after graduation. One of the biggest changes in 2025 was the implementation of House Bill 265. This bil...
Claire Rothman, a woman who shattered glass ceilings in the male-dominated sports and entertainment industry, has passed away at the age of 97. Her death, confirmed by family members, was due to complications from a fall. Rothman was not just a trailblazer but a force of nature, leaving an indelible mark on the Los Angeles Lakers' "Showtime" era and the music scene. ...
A pharmacy owner in New Jersey recently admitted to a massive fraud scheme. He tricked the Medicare system out of $2. 5 million by billing for a drug he never gave to patients. This drug, Dificid, is used to treat diarrhea. It's expensive, costing around $4, 500 per prescription. The owner, Nestor E. Jaime, ran a pharmacy called Fabio’s Pharmacy. He submitted fake c...
Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun. But this year, Mother Nature might throw a wrench in the plans. High winds are expected to make traveling a bit more challenging. This could mean longer drive times and more caution needed on the roads. It's not just about the cold. The strong winds can make driving tricky, especially for those not used to such condit...