In a significant stride for medicine, a new drug combo is showing promise for people with a tough type of blood cancer. The combo, AB8939 plus venetoclax, is showing positive results in four patients who had run out of other options. These patients had a complex form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML),
Siemens AG's CEO, Roland Busch, has his eyes on the prize. He's looking at big moves in artificial intelligence, life sciences, and operations software. Why? Because he sees a future where data is king, especially in the life sciences. Last year, Siemens made a bold move. They spent $5. 1 billion o
Japan is not happy with China's recent move to stop exporting certain tech items. These items can be used for both regular and military purposes. China's decision is part of a bigger argument between the two countries. The trouble started when Japan's leader made a statement about Taiwan. Japan sai
Boston had a rough year in 2025, with winds that seemed to never quit. The city experienced the strongest average wind gusts since records began in 1936, with an average of 30. 6 mph. That's a big jump from the usual 23 mph. In fact, there were 165 days with gusts hitting 30 mph or more. That's a lo
Venezuela sits on a massive oil reserve, over 300 billion barrels, making it a tempting target for those eager to tap into its potential. The country's oil, however, is not just any oil. It's heavy, thick, and packed with impurities, making it one of the dirtiest oils in the world. Extracting this o
Big Pharma companies are in a rush to buy biotech firms. Why? They face a huge problem. Many of their top-selling drugs will soon lose patent protection. This is called the "patent cliff. " By 2032, they could lose over $170 billion in sales. To avoid this, they need new drugs fast. That's where bi
Scientists have figured out how to make tiny arteries in the lab that work like the real thing. They did this by copying how arteries stretch and move in the body. This is a big deal because it helps them study arteries and test new medicines. The team used two types of human cells: one from vein l
Valve, the company behind Steam, is gearing up for a big year in 2026. They're bringing back the Steam Machine, a gaming PC designed for your living room. This isn't their first try at this. The first Steam Machine didn't do well. But now, with the success of the Steam Deck, Valve might have a bette
In the world of medicine, doctors often use special treatments to help patients. One such treatment is called therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It's like a swap, where some of the liquid part of the blood, called plasma, is taken out and replaced with a different kind of plasma. This can help with
Nasogastric tubes are often used to treat bowel blockages. But do they actually work? This is a big question in medical circles. Bowel blockages, or obstructions, happen when the intestines get twisted or stuck. This can cause pain, vomiting, and other problems. Doctors often use nasogastric tubes t
