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Johnson & Johnson announces $5.5 billion settlement of talc lawsuits

Johnson & Johnson announces $5.5 billion settlement of talc lawsuits

By Dietrich Knauth NEW YORK, July 27 (Reuters) - Johnson & Johnson said on Monday it would pay $5.5 billion to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging its baby powder and other talc products cause ovarian cancer, in a landmark settlement aimed at closing a chapter of contentious litigation
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J&J reaches sweeping talc deal that could end decade of litigation

J&J reaches sweeping talc deal that could end decade of litigation

(This July 27 story has been republished, with no change to text) By Dietrich Knauth NEW YORK, July 27 (Reuters) - Johnson & Johnson said on Monday it would pay an estimated $5.5 billion to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging its baby powder and other talc products cause ovarian cancer,
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ATP roundup: Terence Atmane upsets Frances Tiafoe in Washington

ATP roundup: Terence Atmane upsets Frances Tiafoe in Washington

France's Terence Atmane avenged a first-round Wimbledon loss to Frances Tiafoe, prevailing 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Monday in the first round of the Mubadala DC Open in Washington. Tiafoe, a Washington-area native, was the tournament's sixth seed.
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Non-Schengen Passengers Experience Extended Border Queues in Iceland

Non-Schengen Passengers Experience Extended Border Queues in Iceland

Passengers arriving at Keflavík International Airport from non-Schengen countries are facing significantly longer wait times at border control. The introduction of a new entry system has increased processing times from 15-20 seconds to over a minute per passenger. This system requires border officers to collect fingerprints, photographs, and scan passports, with data being transmitted to Brussels, causing further delays. Despite additional funding and more border guards, congestion remains a problem, particularly during peak times when multiple flights from the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. arrive simultaneously. Self-service kiosks, intended to streamline the process, are currently non-operational.
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Transformers Apology Tour Expands to Cinemas Worldwide

Transformers Apology Tour Expands to Cinemas Worldwide

Transformers Apology Tour Expands to Cinemas Worldwide
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Kraken Technology Raises $175 Million for Autonomous Vessel Expansion

Kraken Technology Raises $175 Million for Autonomous Vessel Expansion

Kraken Technology Group Ltd. has raised $175 million in a Series B funding round, reaching a valuation of $1 billion. The funding, led by Digital Transformation Capital Partners GmbH, will accelerate the global rollout of Kraken's autonomous maritime platforms. These platforms, including the K3 SCOUT USV and K4 MANTA USSV, are designed for data collection, precision strikes, logistics, and anti-submarine warfare. Kraken has secured contracts with the U.K. Ministry of Defence, NATO partners, and the U.S. Special Operations Command. The company is also expanding its global supply chain through partnerships with Rheinmetall in Germany, Anduril Industries in the U.S., and Inocea's Davie Shipbuilding in Canada.
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Arch Capital Group Expands Insurance Offerings Across Multiple Regions

Arch Capital Group Expands Insurance Offerings Across Multiple Regions

Arch Capital Group Expands Insurance Offerings Across Multiple Regions
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Iran Summons Ukrainian Diplomat After Attack on Sanctioned Vessel in Caspian Sea

Iran Summons Ukrainian Diplomat After Attack on Sanctioned Vessel in Caspian Sea

Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned Ukraine's chargé d'affaires in Tehran following an attack on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea. The vessel, involved in transporting military cargo from Iran to Russia, was targeted by the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) on July 25. The attack resulted in the death of one sailor and injury to another. Iran has condemned the incident as an act of aggression and a hostile attack, asserting its right to defend its national interests. The vessels involved, including the BEGEY and PORT OLYA 2, are under international sanctions by the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Ukraine for their role in weapons logistics.
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Iceland's New Border System Causes Delays for Non-Schengen Passengers

Iceland's New Border System Causes Delays for Non-Schengen Passengers

Passengers arriving at Keflavík International Airport from outside the Schengen area are experiencing significantly longer wait times at border control. The introduction of a new entry system has increased processing times from 15-20 seconds to over a minute per passenger, with some checks taking up to 90 seconds. This has resulted in lengthy queues, particularly during peak arrival periods when flights from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom land simultaneously. The new system requires border officers to collect fingerprints, photographs, and scan passports, with data being sent to Brussels, which can cause further delays. Despite additional funding and more border officers, the self-service kiosks installed to improve efficiency remain non-operational.
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Canada Joins Global Combat Air Program as Observer Amid Strained U.S. Relations

Canada Joins Global Combat Air Program as Observer Amid Strained U.S. Relations

Canada has been approved as the first official observer of the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP), a collaborative effort between Italy, Japan, and the UK to develop a sixth-generation combat aircraft. This move allows Canada to gain insight into the program's capabilities and industrial collaboration without having a decision-making role. The decision comes as Canada seeks to diversify its defense partnerships amid strained relations with the U.S. and recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The GCAP aims to replace existing aircraft fleets in partner countries and is built around international collaboration.
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Canada Joins Global Combat Air Program as Observer Amid Defense Strategy Shift

Canada Joins Global Combat Air Program as Observer Amid Defense Strategy Shift

Canada has been approved as the first official observer of the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP), a collaborative defense initiative led by Italy, Japan, and the UK. This program focuses on developing a sixth-generation combat aircraft. As an observer, Canada gains access to capability development and industrial collaboration insights but does not have decision-making authority. This move aligns with Canada's strategy to diversify its defense partnerships beyond the U.S., especially in light of recent trade tensions with the Trump administration. The GCAP aims to replace existing aircraft fleets in the partner countries by 2035.
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Keflavik Airport's Non-Schengen Passengers Face Delays Due to Inoperative Kiosks

Keflavik Airport's Non-Schengen Passengers Face Delays Due to Inoperative Kiosks

At Keflavik International Airport in Iceland, self-service border control kiosks intended to streamline the entry process for non-Schengen passengers are currently non-operational. This has resulted in significantly longer processing times, increasing from the usual 15-20 seconds to over a minute per passenger. The delays are exacerbated during peak times when multiple flights from the U.S., Canada, and the UK arrive simultaneously. Despite additional funding and increased staffing, the inefficiencies persist, primarily due to the need for manual checks involving fingerprinting, photographing, and passport scanning, which are then sent to Brussels for processing.