First MPox case confirmed in Kerala

Efficacy of Mpox Vaccine Wanes Within a Year, Studies Reveal

The escalating global Mpox outbreak has been met with a concerning revelation. Two distinct studies have indicated that the efficacy of Bavarian Nordic's vaccine, known as Modified Vaccinia Ankara-Bavarian Nordic (MVA-BN), appears to diminish to undetectable levels within a span of 6 to 12 months. Sep 22, 2024
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Oyo's $525M Acquisition: A New Chapter in Global Hospitality

Boosting its international presence, Indian hospitality major Oyo's parent company Oravel Stays is acquiring Motel 6 and Studio 6 chain with about 1,500 facilities across the US and Canada from the investment company Blackstone in a $525 million cash deal, the US firm said on Friday. Sep 21, 2024
Jordan first country to eliminate leprosy: WHO

WHO declares Jordon the first nation to eradicate leprosy

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Jordan as the first country in the world to eliminate leprosy. This historic announcement was made on September 19, marking a momentous milestone in the fight against this age-old disease. Sep 19, 2024
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Sexual harassment allegations return to haunt Tollywood

After the Malayalam film industry, the 'Mee Too' storm now appears to be rocking the Telugu film industry following allegations of rape against top choreographer Jani Master by a female colleague and actor Poonam Kaur urging the Movie Artists Association (MAA) to address a complaint she filed earlier against renowned director Trivikram Srinivas. Sep 18, 2024