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FDA Advisory Committee Unanimously Supports Approval of CAR-T Therapies for Multiple Myeloma

Silver Spring, Maryland – The FDA’s Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee has recently voted on the approvals of CAR-T therapies Carvykti and Abecma as earlier lines of treatment for multiple myeloma. There were concerns raised about the risks of early death in the trials, but ultimately, the committee decided in favor of the approvals. During the meeting, members of the committee discussed the data from the trials, noting higher rates of early deaths in some cases. …

Explosion at Kerala Temple: Homicide Charges Filed Against Committee Members and Contractor

Kochi, India: Following a fatal explosion in Tripunithura’s Choorakkad, police have taken action against the Puthiyakavu temple committee members and a contractor involved in supplying explosives for the annual festival. Homicide charges have been filed against the accused, marking a significant development in the investigation. According to reports, the temple committee members and the contractor were booked for illegally conducting a fireworks display at the temple. The explosion on Monday morning prompted a fresh case …

Legislative Committee Considers Emergency Request for Lewiston Mass Shooting Investigation Subpoena Power

PORTLAND, Maine – A legislative committee in Maine is considering an emergency request to grant powers to a panel investigating the mass shooting that took place in Lewiston last year, which resulted in the deaths of 18 people. The independent commission is looking into the October shootings and is seeking subpoena power to access critical information, including the shooter’s military records. This request has the support of Democratic Governor Janet Mills, who has emphasized the …