From cursed tomb fungus to cancer cure: Aspergillus flavus yields potent new drug

Penn-led researchers have turned a deadly fungus into a potent cancer-fighting compound. After isolating a new class of molecules from Aspergillus flavus, a toxic crop fungus linked to deaths in the excavations of ancient tombs, the researchers modified the chemicals and tested them against leukemia cells. The result? A promising cancer-killing compound that rivals FDA-approved…

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Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy deal with Hims & Hers

The “Wegovy” brand slimming syringe is sold in the Achat pharmacy in Mitte. The “Wegovy” slimming syringe has been available in Germany for a year. Jens Kalaene | Picture Alliance | Getty Images Novo Nordisk on Monday said it is ending its collaboration with Hims & Hers due to concerns about the telehealth company’s sales…

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Ralph Lauren names former Burberry CEO as new lead independent director

Ralph Lauren announced on Friday the appointment of Angela Ahrendts to the role of lead independent director as part of the American luxury brand’s board of directors’ transition phase. See catwalkRalph Lauren – Fall-Winter2025 – 2026 – Womenswear – Etats-Unis – New York – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight ​Ahrendts’ appointment will be effective following her re-election as a director at…

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