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Pfizer raises annual profit forecast on strong sales of cancer, heart drugs

The market for pharmaceutical products used in managing Covid-19 has shrunk by billions of dollars a year, including for Pfizer's vaccines and treatments

Creator of Tiramisu, Roberto Linguanotto, passes away at the age of 81

Dubbed the 'father of Tiramisu', Roberto 'Loli' Linguanotto, took his last breath on Sunday in Italy after battling an unspecified, long-time illness

Amid US scrutiny Alaska extends period for Hawaiian Airlines acquisition

Shortages of new planes, jet engines and pilots have spurred US airlines to pursue growth through acquisitions, putting them in the crosshairs of anti-trust regulators

Tesla recalls over 1.8 mn vehicles in US due to software failure risk

The recall applies to certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles, the regulator said

StanChart unveils $1.5 bn share buyback, bets on eco growth at Asian mkts

The property market recovery in China "remained slower than expected amidst government support measures", and the bank continues to monitor its portfolios, Stanchart's Chief Risk Officer said

Russia-N Korea defence deal 'risky for the world': Australian foreign min

The US and its partners have steadfastly accused North Korea of supplying much-needed conventional arms to Russia for its war in Ukraine in return for military and economic assistance

China's leaders vow to step up policy support for boosting economy

"Macro policies should be strengthened persistently and become more forceful," the Poliburo added, according to the official Xinhua news agency

How did strike on Golan Heights soccer field happen? Here's what we know

Israel accused Hezbollah in Lebanon of deliberately targeting civilians, while Hezbollah quickly issued a rare denial of any responsibility for the attack

Olympics 2024: Donald Trump criticises opening ceremony, calls it disgrace

I am very open-minded. But I think, what they did was a disgrace, he said in response to a question

Vandalism hits communication lines in France during Paris Olympics

Marina Ferrari, secretary of state in charge of digital affairs, posted on X that damage in several regions overnight Sunday to Monday affected telecommunications operators

Paris Olympics 2024: In another attack, France's telecom lines vandalised

The attack comes days after arson attacks on France's train networks on the day of Olympics opening ceremony

Russia's 'nuclear doctrine' governing use of atomic weapons. What is it?

Now Russian hawks are urging him to change the doctrine to lower the threshold for using nuclear weapons, and Putin says the document could be modified

Here's how Harris and Trump differ on artificial intelligence policy

AI's growing visibility in everyday life has made it a popular discussion topic but hasn't yet elevated it to a top concern for American voters

Toyota global output tumbles in June, dragged down by Japan and China

In China, where domestic electric vehicle makers like BYD have rapidly gained market share and have aggressively cut prices, production fell 21.7% - marking the fifth month in a row

Warren Buffett cuts BofA stake again, unloads $3 billion this month

Still, Berkshire holds almost 962 million shares, the filing shows - worth $39.5 billion at Monday's closing price

Four killed in rains, floods as remnants of Typhoon Gaemi lash south China

Meteorological experts said the combination of a weather system from the typhoon, which has been downgraded, and a southwest monsoon has created conditions for heavy rain and high-humidity

Have proof candidate defeated Maduro in disputed election: Venezuela oppn

Their announcement came after the National Electoral Council officially declared him the winner, handing him his third six-year

Harris a far worse, radical presidential candidate than Biden: Trump

Harris officially declared her candidacy after incumbent President Biden withdrew from the race for a second term on July 20

US-Philippines boost ties amid concerns over China's aggressive stance

After the most violent faceoff between Filipino and Chinese forces on June 17 in the Philippine-occupied Second Thomas Shoal, the countries announced an agreement last week on a temporary arrangement

US Congress creates bipartisan task force to probe Trump assassination bid

The task force has been formed to understand what went wrong on the day of the attempted assassination