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Ozempic among ‘bogus’ drug patents being challenged by U.S. to spur competition – National

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Federal regulators are challenging patents on 20 brand-name drugs, including the blockbuster weight-loss injection Ozempic, in the latest effort by the Biden administration targeting pharmaceutical industry practices that drive up prices. The Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday sent warning letters to 10 drugmakers, taking issue with patents on popular drugs for weight loss, diabetes, asthma … Read more

Can U.S. states ban abortions even in medical emergencies? Supreme Court weighs in – National

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The U.S. Supreme Court began hearing arguments Wednesday over whether state abortion bans enacted after its ruling overturning Roe v. Wade can extend to medical emergencies. The case comes from Idaho, which is among 14 states that now ban abortion at all stages of pregnancy with limited exceptions. It marks the first time the Supreme … Read more

Iran’s attack on Israel prompts U.S., U.K. sanctions – National

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The U.S. and U.K. on Thursday imposed a new round of sanctions on Iran as concern grows that Tehran’s unprecedented attack on Israel could fuel a wider conflict in the Middle East. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control targeted 16 people and two entities in Iran that produce engines that power the drones used in … Read more

International artists’ visa fees to tour the U.S. rise by 250%. What it means – National

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Performing in the U.S. for international artists just got a lot more complicated. On April 1, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services instituted a 250% visa fee increase for global musicians hoping to tour in the U.S. Artists, advocacy groups and immigration lawyers are concerned it could have devastating effects on emerging talent worldwide … Read more

As Haiti violence continues, U.S. begins helicopter evacuations of citizens – National

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Descrease article font size Increase article font size U.S. government-chartered helicopter flights began carrying American citizens from the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince on Wednesday amid rising violence, the State Department said, with a first flight transporting more than 15 people to Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. A department spokesperson estimated that more than 30 U.S. … Read more

White House says some Palestinians in U.S. will be shielded from deportation – National

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The White House on Wednesday announced that Palestinians living in the U.S. will be shielded from deportation as the Israel–Hamas conflict continues, citing “significantly deteriorated” conditions on the ground in Gaza. Palestinians will be covered under what’s known as “deferred enforced departure,” an authority used at a president’s discretion. The directive signed by President Joe … Read more

Canadian-Russian woman pleads guilty in U.S. to sending military components to Russia – National

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Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Canadian-Russian woman on Monday pleaded guilty in a U.S. court to money laundering conspiracy for her role in a multimillion-dollar scheme to send drone and missile components to Russia for military use against Ukraine, the U.S. Justice Department said. The case is one of many coordinated … Read more

U.S. to help Japan investigate fatal plane collision on airport runway – National

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Descrease article font size Increase article font size U.S. aviation safety officials will provide assistance to Japan in the reading of airplane recorders after a deadly collision between a Japan Airlines 9201.T widebody jet and a small Coast Guard plane this week. National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy told reporters Japan had sought assistance … Read more