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A late-breaking oral presentation demonstrated that cenerimod appears to be safe and well-tolerated in treating Japanese patients with moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The data show clinically meaningful improvements in disease activity, consistent with results from other global Phase 2 trials of cenerimod. PITTSBURGH, Aug. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS), a global healthcare company, today announced results from a Phase 2 study* of cenerimod (ACT-333441). The ACT-333441 study was accepted as a late-breaking abstract and presented during an oral presentation at the 26th Asian Pacific League of Colleges of Rheumatology (APLAR) Annual Congress, which will…

(Reuters) – Chinese state-backed companies are using cloud services offered by Amazon (AMZN.O) and its rivals to access advanced U.S. semiconductor and artificial intelligence capabilities that they would not otherwise be able to obtain, recent bidding documents show.Providing access to such technology through the cloud does not violate U.S. regulations.A spokesman for Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon's cloud business, said: “AWS complies with all applicable U.S. laws, including trade laws, in providing AWS services inside and outside China.”According to documents reviewed by Reuters, the list of Chinese entities that sought access to restricted U.S. technology through the cloud includes:Entities that…

Vietnam's newly inaugurated President Tran Lam traveled to China this week, marking his first overseas trip since succeeding the late President Nguyen Phu Trong.Mainstream media coverage of his visit focused primarily on Vietnam’s close ideological and economic ties with China and Vietnam’s flexible “bamboo diplomacy” approach to foreign affairs.Indeed, Lam has indicated that the main purpose of her visit is to discuss key issues with Chinese President Xi Jinping, such as railway development, managing tensions in the South China Sea, and strengthening overall cooperation.But Lam's first stop in China was not the northern capital Beijing. Instead, she stopped off in…

WASHINGTON — Democrats have been unapologetic this week about their health care priority in this election: protecting abortion rights and making Americans feel safe again. The four-day event in Chicago portrayed a party renewed in its resolve to fight for reproductive rights, affordable medicines, medical freedom and better mental health. Former President Bill Clinton called Harris “the joy president.” Oprah Winfrey called Harris-Waltz a “common sense” combination and urged voters to “choose joy.” Former first lady Michelle Obama told cheering crowds that “hope is being resurrected.” Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage Thursday night in a similar vein, saying,…

introduction As we enter 2024, the women's fashion world is experiencing a dynamic mix of nostalgic elements and modern twists. This year's trends reflect a variety of influences, from rich color palettes and playful silhouettes to practical yet stylish accessories. Whether you're looking to refresh your wardrobe or stay ahead of fashion trends, our guide to the hottest women's fashion elements in 2024 will keep you up to date. Women's Clothing Fashion Trends Overview The fashion world of 2024 will be marked by a rich, sophisticated color palette combined with versatile, timeless style. Chocolate brown emerges as a dominant hue,…

Here are some of the top stories trending online today, August 23rd, including a recap of the fourth night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, news about Donald Trump and his campaign, and more.Harris criticizes Gaza war, tyranny in Democratic convention finals (Reuters)Five takeaways from Kamala Harris' Democratic National Convention speech (The Hill)Highlights from the fourth and final days of the Democratic National Convention (CNN)President Trump expresses anger over Harris' Democratic National Convention speech in posts on social media platforms (ABC)Documents reveal Iranian hackers who infiltrated Trump campaign targeted Utah oil data earlier this year (NBC)Arizona man wanted…

ASEAN-China dialogue is widely seen as a key component of Southeast Asian diplomatic relations, playing a key role in promoting economic cooperation and addressing security challenges. However, despite notable progress in managing tensions, particularly in the volatile South China Sea, there are significant obstacles to achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. The effectiveness of the ASEAN-China dialogue largely depends on ASEAN's ability to maintain its centrality and unity while navigating the complex dynamics involving China and other major powers. Despite the bright prospects for such a dialogue, concerns have been raised about its effectiveness in ensuring the much-needed…

It's the best time of the year to be a college football fan. After months of waiting, fans around the world are ready to solidify their predictions for Week 0 of the college football schedule. While only four games will be played on Saturday, the first glimpse of the 2024 college football season will be in Dublin with an ACC showdown between No. 10 Florida State (-10.5) and Georgia Tech. The Seminoles are 11-4 in their last 15 meetings against the Yellow Jackets, while FSU is 1-8 against the spread in their last nine meetings against Georgia Tech. Meanwhile, in…

Shiru, an AI-powered protein discovery startup, has partnered with ingredients giant Ajinomoto to discover, develop and commercialize naturally sweet proteins as an alternative to sugar. Read more: Is sugar vegan? The ongoing debate explained Shiru's AI-driven platform, Flourish, will identify new sweet, natural, food-safe proteins, and Ajinomoto will use its fermentation experience to develop the proteins into usable ingredients and bring them to market. There are already several sweet proteins available from fruits and berries that grow near the equator, but they pose challenges with flavor and overall stability. Sweet proteins can be up to 5,000 times sweeter than sugar,…

Chinese government agencies are using cloud services from Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its competitors to access advanced U.S. chips and AI capabilities that are restricted at home.By accessing overseas technology through cloud computing services, Chinese organizations can circumvent U.S. export controls and obtain advanced technology.The news comes after nearly two years of efforts by the U.S. government to impose tougher controls limiting exports of high-performance AI chips to China in an effort to thwart technological advances for the Chinese military.China still has access to banned U.S. technologyChina can maintain its access because the anti-China restrictions imposed by the United…