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Singapore to Develop and Produce mRNA Influenza Vaccines to Bolster Pandemic Preparedness

Singapore to Develop and Produce mRNA Influenza Vaccines to Bolster Pandemic Preparedness

Singapore is actively pursuing the development and production of new mRNA influenza vaccines within its borders, a strategic move aimed at enhancing the nation's pandemic preparedness and building robust vaccine manufacturing capabilities. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung emphasized that this initiative is crucial for Singapore to effectively respond to future pandemics, including potential outbreaks from unknown pathogens like 'Disease X'. The Health Ministry plans to collaborate with organizations such as Hilleman Laboratories, which has its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Singapore, to advance these mRNA vaccine projects. mRNA technology, widely utilized during the COVID-19 pandemic, is favored for its flexibility in development and speed to market, making it an ideal platform for rapidly responding to fast-spreading diseases. The goal is to produce a commonly used vaccine, such as for influenza, during peacetime to maintain and 'keep warm' the manufacturing facilities and expertise. This effort i...

CNN, MS NOW and Politico denied access to White House despite judge's order

CNN, MS NOW and Politico denied access to White House despite judge's order

By Susan Heavey and Helen Coster WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists were barred from the White House on Thursday, just hours after a federal judge deemed US President Donald Trump's ban of the three news outlets likely unconstitutional and ordered their access

Oil falls $1 on better supply outlook, hopes for US-Iran talks

Oil falls $1 on better supply outlook, hopes for US-Iran talks

By Helen Clark and Siyi Liu PERTH/SINGAPORE, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Oil prices extended declines on Wednesday as investors eyed improved Gulf supply after Saudi Arabia restarted operations at a critical pipeline. Hopes for a diplomatic solution to the US-Iran war also weighed on prices.

Analysis-Japan's bond 'falling knife' stalls repatriation rush

Analysis-Japan's bond 'falling knife' stalls repatriation rush

SINGAPORE, Sept 25 (Reuters) - The tide of Japanese money returning home has begun, but a much larger repatriation of overseas assets is being held back by uncertainty over where Japanese bond yields will peak and how much further the central bank will have to raise interest rates.

Morning Bid: A$ gets a bit part as AI steals the show

Morning Bid: A$ gets a bit part as AI steals the show

Sept 23 (Reuters) - A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. So far, it's been the kind of day where the Australian dollar reaching parity on its Canadian cousin for the first time in more than eight years is the most eye catching event in markets.

Global stocks stall, oil ticks up as investors await Mideast peace signals

Global stocks stall, oil ticks up as investors await Mideast peace signals

By Niket Nishant and Wayne Cole Sept 23 (Reuters) - Global shares paused on Wednesday after a four-day winning streak as oil prices drifted higher while investors awaited details on peace efforts in the Middle East. Hopes of improving crude supplies have weighed on oil prices for most of this week.

Oil prices climb ahead of potential US-Iran talks

Oil prices climb ahead of potential US-Iran talks

Sept 22 (Reuters) - Oil prices gained for the first time in five sessions on Tuesday as investors awaited developments on potential US-Iran talks at the United Nations General Assembly this week after more supplies emerged through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend.

With the world's leaders waiting, Trump meets with Mamdani

With the world's leaders waiting, Trump meets with Mamdani

President Donald Trump’s trip to New York for a speech at the United Nations started with a detour at Gracie Mansion for an hourlong chat with Mayor Zohran Mamdani

Exclusive-DeepSeek to brief UN Security Council on AI this week, sources say

Exclusive-DeepSeek to brief UN Security Council on AI this week, sources say

By Laurie Chen BEIJING, Sept 22 (Reuters) - Chinese AI startup DeepSeek will be among the companies briefing the United Nations Security Council this week on the risks posed by artificial intelligence, two sources familiar with the matter said, as world leaders gather in New York for the annual UN

Mamdani is the only Democrat who can handle Trump | Opinion

Mamdani is the only Democrat who can handle Trump | Opinion

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani understands playing both sides isn't about striving for unwinnable voters. It's about principled populism.

FDA Announces Recall of Bettergoods Frozen Pasta at Walmart Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

FDA Announces Recall of Bettergoods Frozen Pasta at Walmart Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of two lots of Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, sold nationwide at Walmart stores. The recall, initiated by Gias Foods of New York, NY, on September 15, is due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Routine sampling by the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services identified the possible presence of the bacteria in the product. The affected frozen fettuccine is sold in 22 oz yellow plastic packages with UPC 194346442706 and lot numbers L6079C or L6080C, and expiration dates of 09/19/2027 or 09/20/2027. While Listeria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations, no illnesses linked to this specific recall have been reported to date. Gias Foods has ceased distribution of the product and is collaborating with the FDA on an ongoing investigation into the source of the contamination.

Tech rally boosts Asian stocks, dollar firms on rate-hike wagers

Tech rally boosts Asian stocks, dollar firms on rate-hike wagers

By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, Sept 22 (Reuters) - Technology stocks powered Asian markets higher on Tuesday as lower oil prices lifted sentiment and investors pinned their hopes on US-Iran talks, while the dollar stood tall on bets that more hikes are needed to rein in inflation.