US orders extra scrutiny of Boeing 777s as Japan grounds some of the jets
US orders extra scrutiny of Boeing 777s with same type of engine that failed on United Airlines flight forcing return…
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Latest biometric technology installed at Dubai to ensure contactless journey
Dubai installed biometric tech to ensure contactless journey which is mix of facial and iris recognition passengers can check in…
Australia pledges vaccine campaign publicity, not advertise on Facebook
Australia’s government pledged a publicity campaign for its rollout of COVID-19 vaccine but not in Facebook advertisements.
Scott Morrison to push ahead with news law amid Facebook blackout fury
Canada,United States,Britain and India back Australia as analysts warn platform’s hardball tactics could backfire.
Johnson & Johnson submits one-shot vaccine for emergency use
Johnson & Johnson says an emergency use listing is critical for supplying vaccines to middle-income countries through the COVAX programme.
Facebook blocks Australia news pages in dispute over ‘pay for news’ law
Facebook has blocked Australia news pages due to ‘pay for news’ plan which leaves news companies, essential services dark.
Pfizer’s vaccine supply to EU 30% below plans, another blow to EU
News agency Reuters claims that Pfizer not yet delivered to the EU about 10 million COVID-19 vaccine doses that were…
Boeing backs fuel efficiency standards for new aircraft
Boeing Co backed fuel efficiency standards for new aircraft the first of their kind finalised by the Trump administration in…
Sources says EU adds anti-variant clauses to new vaccine deals
In new contracts with vaccine manufacturers, EU is adding clauses that explicitly cover variants, three EU officials involved in talks.
Wikipedia launches new global code of conduct to counter site abuses
Wikipedia will launch its first global code of conduct, seeking to address criticism that it failed to combat harassment.
Tesla plans to recall approx 135,000 vehicles over touchscreen issue
Tesla agreed to recall 134,951 Model S and Model X vehicles with touchscreen displays that could fail,Under pressure from safety…
Sources says twitter blocks dozens of accounts on Modi govt demand
Twitter blocked dozens of accounts in India, including that of a leading newsmagazine, on the demand of the government.
EU stood its ground in a row with AstraZeneca
European Union stood its ground in a row with AstraZeneca over COVID-19 vaccine supplies,says AstraZeneca contract ‘crystal clear’.
Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine not as effective as others
Johnson & Johnson vaccine is 66 percent effective at preventing mild to severe illness and 85 percent against most serious…
Novavax Clinical trial data shows nearly effective in protecting against Covid
Novavax trial data shows vaccine nearly as effective in protecting against the more highly contagious variant first discovered in Britain.
European Union’s dispute with AstraZeneca intensified
EU’s dispute with AstraZeneca intensified with Anglo-Swedish drugmaker denying EU’s assertion that it pulled out of talks on supplies.
Boeing record annual loss cause again delays in new 777X jet
Boeing has posted a record $12bn annual loss as it delayed its all-new 777X jet again and booked a $6.5bn…
Mini Cooper 2022 Lineup Benefits from Sharper Looks
The updated Mini Hardtop and Convertible models look more better, have more standard kit, and cost $500 more.
WHO issues fresh clinical advice on treating COVID patients
WHO issued fresh clinical advice for treating COVID-19 patients, including those displaying persistent symptoms after recovery.
Study shows antibody cocktail effective in preventing COVID infection
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said its antibody cocktail found effective in preventing COVID in people exposed to those infected with new virus.
Kia K900 and Cadenza Are no more for 2021
Kia is discontinuing the Cadenza and K900 sedans for the US market.Neither will return for the 2021 model year.
US to Replace Fleet Vehicles with American-Made EVs
Joe Biden announced plan for the federal government’s fleet during an expansion of the ”Buy American” act executive-order press conference.