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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow billions of foreign aid cuts: Report
The Trump administration has made an emergency request to the Supreme Court to freeze billions in foreign aid approved by Congress. This action follows a U.S. appeals court decision that prevented the administration from unilaterally cutting the funds.
US FDA to fast-track nicotine pouch reviews amid pressure from Trump administration
The US Food and Drug Administration will expedite reviews for nicotine pouches from four tobacco firms. This pilot program starts on Monday. Philip Morris International, Altria, Reynolds American, and Turning Point Brands are participating. The FDA aims to complete reviews by December. This move follows pressure to accelerate approvals.
Over 136,000 lemon meringue pies recalled by California-based bakery; distributed across 14 states
Jessie Lord Bakery recalled 136,252 cases of lemon meringue pies across 14 states due to undeclared Yellow #5. The FDA classified this as a Class II recall, citing potential temporary health consequences. Yellow #5, linked to adverse reactions in some individuals, is slated for potential elimination from the food supply by the end of 2026.
US to target more businesses after Hyundai raid, top official says
The Trump administration plans to intensify immigration enforcement at workplaces, according to White House official Tom Homan, following a raid on a Hyundai facility in Georgia that resulted in hundreds of arrests. Homan stated that businesses hiring undocumented immigrants exploit them for lower wages, undercutting competition.
Several of Trump's immigration policies have faced lawsuits, court rulings
President Trump's stringent immigration policies, including expanded deportations and challenges to birthright citizenship, have faced significant legal challenges. Courts have blocked the administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act against alleged gang members and halted fast-track deportations, citing due process concerns. The future of Temporary Protected Status and humanitarian parole remains uncertain as legal battles continue, impacting millions.
Trump administration launches immigration crackdown in Massachusetts, reports say
The Trump administration has initiated Patriot 2.0, a deportation operation in Massachusetts targeting undocumented immigrants, particularly those with criminal records. DHS criticized Boston's sanctuary policies, alleging they protect dangerous criminals. The operation, expected to last several weeks, focuses on individuals released from local custody despite ICE detainers, raising concerns about federal overreach and local autonomy.
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VP JD Vance shuts down liberal commentator who wants him impeached; defends lethal strike on Venezuelan drug boat
Vice President JD Vance and Brian Krassenstein engaged in a heated exchange on X after a US military strike on a Venezuelan drug boat resulted in 11 deaths. Krassenstein accused Vance of endorsing war crimes, while Vance defended the action as targeting cartel members. The debate escalated with Krassenstein calling for Vance's impeachment.
USFDA issues Form 483 with 8 observations to Aurobindo's Telangana unit
Aurobindo Pharma faces scrutiny. The US FDA inspected its Bachupally, Telangana plant. The inspection occurred between August 25 and September 5. Following the inspection, the US FDA issued a Form 483. The form contained eight observations. Aurobindo Pharma stated the observations are procedural. The company plans to respond to the US FDA within the given timeframe.
Venezuela uses American-built F-16 fighter jets to threaten US Navy ship sent by Trump to tackle drug gangs
Tensions escalate between the US and Venezuela after Venezuelan fighter jets flew over a US Navy ship in the Caribbean, following a US military strike that killed suspected members of the Tren de Aragua gang. The US condemned the flyover as provocative, while Venezuela denounced the US strike as a criminal act, raising concerns about further conflict.
Biocon shares rise 2% after USFDA concludes inspection with 5 observations
Biocon shares: The inspection, carried out from August 26 to September 3, 2025, spanned multiple operational areas such as drug substance manufacturing, analytical quality control labs, microbiology facilities, and warehouses.
FDA recalls Endico frozen peas & carrots and mixed vegetables over listeria distributed in 7 states
Endico Potatoes Inc. has initiated a recall of its Endico brand Peas & Carrots and Mixed Vegetables due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination, confirmed by distributor testing in Pennsylvania. The FDA announced the recall on September 4th, affecting products distributed between July 18th and August 4th, 2025, in several states.
If Trump's biggest tariffs get thrown out, companies could get a refund - but not consumers
President Trump's imposition of tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act is facing legal challenges, with courts ruling he overstepped his authority. This could lead to the government refunding billions of dollars in collected tariffs to importers. The Supreme Court is now being asked to intervene, potentially impacting trade revenue and raising concerns about economic repercussions.
Not just danger of overdose. CMC Vellore doctor gives 3 reasons why you should not split your tablet for lower doses
Splitting pills without a score line poses significant health risks, warns Dr. Sudhir Kumar, a senior neurologist at Apollo Hospitals. Breaking film-coated, extended-release, or orally disintegrating tablets can cause overdoses, ineffectiveness, and adverse effects.
Inside Tren de Aragua: The drug lords Trump has marked while US sinks Caribbean vessel killing 11
The United States is fighting against Tren de Aragua. It is a dangerous drug cartel from Latin America. The US military attacked the cartel's drug boat. The leader of the cartel is Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores. He is also known as Nino Guerrero. The US Treasury Department has sanctioned Guerrero and his associates. President Donald Trump ordered the military strike.
Lupin gets USFDA nod for generic risperidone extended-release injectable suspension
Lupin Ltd. secured USFDA approval for its generic risperidone extended-release injectable suspension, a treatment for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This marks Lupin's first product utilizing Nanomi BV's technology, benefiting from 180-day competitive generic therapies exclusivity. The drug, with estimated annual sales of USD 190 million, expands access to complex injectables for patients globally.
Caplin Point arm gets USFDA nod for milrinone lactate in 5 pc dextrose injection
Caplin Point Laboratories' arm, Caplin Steriles, secured USFDA approval for its generic milrinone lactate in 5% dextrose injection. Indicated for acute decompensated heart failure, the injection is a generic version of Sanofi Aventis' PRIMACOR. The US market for this injection reached approximately USD 11 million in sales for the year ending July 2025.
Trump sends big message to drug dealers, says US strikes vessel in Caribbean targeting Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang; video shows vessel exploding in flames
President Trump announced a US strike on a Venezuelan drug vessel, linked to the Tren de Aragua gang, that was targeted in international waters. Eleven people died in the operation, according to Trump. This comes after the US military increased its presence near Venezuela to combat drug cartels. Nicolas Maduro's government responded by deploying troops. Tensions rise between the two nations over drug trafficking accusations.
AI-driven drug discovery picks up as FDA pushes to reduce animal testing
Drug development software maker Certara, and biotechs such as Schrodinger and Recursion Pharmaceuticals are already using AI to predict how experimental drugs might be absorbed, distributed, or trigger toxic side effects.
Donald Trump's latest headache Mexico's first female president Claudia Sheinbaum celebrates one year at office with high approval ratings
Mexico president Claudia Sheinbaum took office in October and has led the Latin American nation of 131 million at a time of radical global shifts. Sheinbaum has enjoyed soaring approval rates between 70% and 80% in Mexican polls.
US appeals court finds Trump's sweeping tariffs unconstitutional but leaves them in place for now
A US appeals court decided that President Donald Trump did not have the power to impose widespread tariffs. The court largely supported a previous decision. It stated Trump could not declare national emergencies to tax imports from almost every country. However, the court allowed the administration time to appeal to the Supreme Court. This complicates Trump's trade policy plans.
Another war is about to start? Is Donald Trump planning Russia-like invasion into Venezuela?
Venezuela President has accused Washington of seeking regime change. The Pentagon has not indicated publicly what exactly the U.S. mission will be, but the Trump administration has said it can now use the military to go after drug cartels and criminal groups.
Chicken nuggets to be banned at New York City public schools as new norms focus on diabetes, heart disease?
Chicken nugget was developed in the 1960s by Robert Baker, a poultry science professor at Cornell University. And then in the 1980s, the McNugget hit the market.
Lilly pill cuts body weight by 10.5% in patients with type 2 diabetes
Eli Lilly's new pill shows promise. The drug helped people with diabetes lose weight in trials. The pill, orforglipron, led to a 10.5% weight loss. This is for adults struggling with obesity and type 2 diabetes. The company is seeking approval from regulators. Lilly views the pill as a promising alternative to injections. The results also showed improved heart-risk markers.
Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease linked to Coca-Cola, Kraft Mac & Cheese, Heinz ketchup, Oreo cookies, Ritz crackers? Check shocking details
Ultra-processed foods have come under more scrutiny during the second Trump administration. Earlier in May, a commission led by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. issued a report that said processed food, chemicals, stress and over-prescription of medications and vaccines may be factors behind chronic illness in American children.
Donald Trump's war against Latin American drug cartels! Nuclear submarine, missile cruiser, warships, over 2000 Marines
Trump administration designated Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel and other drug gangs as well as Venezuelan criminal group Tren de Aragua as global terrorist organizations in February.
Who is drug lord Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada? Former Mexican cartel kingpin pleads guilty, awarded life sentence
Under El Mayo's leadership and that of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, the Sinaloa cartel evolved from a regional player into the largest drug trafficking organization in the world, prosecutors say.
European shares retreat after Powell rally, JDE Peet's soars on buyout
European shares retreated on Monday, having come close to record highs in the previous session on optimism around U.S. monetary policy easing, while shares of JDE Peet's touched a three-year high following a buyout deal.
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