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...
Texas just made a big move against Pfizer. They settled a lawsuit for $41. 5 million. This was about a medicine called Quillivant XR. It's used to treat ADHD in kids. The issue? Tests showed the drug didn't work as it should. It didn't dissolve in the body. But the company kept saying it was fine. Texas said this was fraud. They accused Pfizer of lying to keep selli...
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...
Grocery shopping is not what it used to be. Thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), stores are getting smarter about how they price items and target shoppers. This shift is changing the way people save money and how they think about their purchases. For some, like Kimberly Roberts, saving money on groceries is a way of life. She has always been good at finding deals...
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...
UnityPoint Health recently gave a tour of their newly renovated cancer center. This upgrade is a big deal for the community. It shows how health care facilities are always trying to improve. The center now has better technology and more comfortable spaces. This is important because cancer treatment can be tough. Patients need a place that feels safe and supportive. ...
Pharrell Williams, the famous music producer, has changed his tune on politics. He recently said he doesn't believe in either side, calling politics a "magic trick. " This is a big change from his past support for Hillary Clinton and criticism of Donald Trump. Williams made these comments at an event celebrating Black entrepreneurs. He said he doesn't want to pick a...
Lung cancer screening guidelines might be missing a lot of people who need them. Right now, rules say only certain adults can get yearly CT scans. But a new study shows that this leaves out most people with lung cancer. Only about one-third would even qualify for these life-saving scans. Take Carla Tapia, for example. She's a 38-year-old mom from Maryland. She smoke...
Eli Lilly, a big name in the drug world, just hit a huge milestone. It became the first healthcare company to reach a market value of $1 trillion. That's a lot of money! The company's stock hit this mark briefly during trading but then settled a bit lower, with each share going for around $1, 048. So, what's driving this massive growth? Two drugs are the stars here:...
The creator of "The Acolyte, " Leslye Headland, has stirred up controversy by accusing "Star Wars" fans of being racist and sexist. She claims these fans are partly responsible for the show's quick cancellation. Headland didn't hold back, saying she knows exactly who's talking about her show and how it's being received online. She even mentioned supporting some of th...