Musk's Neuralink brain implant company cited by FDA over animal lab issues
The inspectors identified quality control lapses at the Neuralink's California animal research facility.
Fri Mar 08 2024
FDAM president Mat London dies
Ahmad Ibrahim breathed his last at the age of 74 due to a lung infection after being admitted to HKL's ICU since June 16, his son said.
Fri Jul 14 2023
The FDA finally approved Elon Musk's Neuralink chip for human trials. Have all the concerns been addressed?
Elon Musk's Neuralink has now reached a significant milestone, having received FDA approval to begin human trials.
Sat Jun 03 2023
Elon Musk's Neuralink says has FDA approval for study of brain implants in humans
The FDA nod "represents an important first step that will one day allow our technology to help many people, Neuralink said.
Fri May 26 2023
FDA approves first oral treatment for cats with a type of diabetes
Bexacat helps improve glycemic control in otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus not previously treated with insulin.
Fri Dec 09 2022
Florida county under quarantine due to giant African land snails
The giant African land snail can consume over 500 varieties of plants, experts say.
Mon Jul 04 2022
US approves first pill for treatment of alopecia
The FDA approved a drug called baricitinib as the first oral tablet for treating severe alopecia areata.
Wed Jun 15 2022
COVID booster efficacy wanes significantly by fourth month: US study
It was likely that fourth doses would more likely be needed for subsets of people who mount weaker immune responses, such as the elderly and immunocompromised.
Tue Feb 15 2022
US FDA postpones meeting on authorising Pfizer-BionTech vaccine for younger children
It needed more data from an ongoing trial of a third vaccine dose in younger children in order to move forward with emergency use authorisation.
Sat Feb 12 2022
Local film piracy continues, FDAM urges KKMM, authorities to act
Ahmad said the association viewed the matter seriously with the latest case involving the film Hantu Kuat Ketawa directed by Mawi.
Sat Feb 05 2022
Pfizer vaccine for children under 5 may be available in US by end-Feb - Report
Pfizer and BioNTech are expected to submit an emergency use authorisation request for children aged six months to 5 years.
Tue Feb 01 2022
Should everyone get a COVID booster? Many scientists believe yes
Many scientists tracking the data believe it's the right time for the move.
Fri Nov 19 2021
Pfizer asks US officials to OK promising COVID-19 pill
Pfizer's pill has been shown to significantly cut the rate of hospitalizations and deaths among people with coronavirus infections.
Wed Nov 17 2021
Vaccinate young kids or no? US parents wrestle with the decision
The US FDA authorisation of the vaccine for kids aged five to 11 paves the way for the innoculation of 28 million children in the US.
Wed Nov 03 2021
FACTBOX - Countries vaccinating children against COVID-19
M'sia on Oct 29 said it would procure the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for children aged 5 to 11, following a US expert panel's recommendation.
Wed Nov 03 2021
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024