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By Paul Sandle LONDON (Reuters) – Shire reported positive results for a new eye drug on Tuesday, increasing the chances of lifitegrast reaching the market next year and boosting the London-listed group’s prospects as it tries to buy Baxalta. Chief Executive Flemming Ornskov said the news would help Shire’s attempt at an equity-based takeover of its U.S. rival to create a global leader in treatments for rare diseases. Lifitegrast significantly
Germany’s food and agriculture minister said Tuesday that people should not be afraid of biting into a grilled bratwurst despite the World Health Organization’s warning that sausages and ham cause cancer. “No one should be afraid when eating a bratwurst,” said Christian Schmidt. “We worry people unnecessarily if we put meat in the same category as asbestos or tobacco,” he added.
Digesting news this week that the World Health Organization (WHO) had classified beef, lamb and pork as “probable” carcinogens, South Africans said they would take the risk rather than turn their backs on their nation’s social centerpiece. Afrikaans for barbecue, the open-air braai took root among Dutch settlers in the 1600s but over the next three centuries spread across South Africa’s many races as the way to eat and entertain
Fabricio Coloccini has won an appeal against his sending-off during Newcastle’s defeat at Sunderland.
Pep Guardiola says he “can’t be bothered” answering questions on whether he will be leaving Bayern Munich for the Premier League at the end of the season.
Ian Poulter has insisted the European Tour must adhere to a strict membership criteria despite the regulations almost costing him his card, and Ryder Cup eligibility, for next season.
Crawley manager Mark Yates has praised the impact of Josh Yorwerth after the defender extended his loan deal with the Reds until the end of December.
Near the end of “Halo 5: Guardians” (Microsoft, for the Xbox One, $59.95), an artificial intelligence bemoans humanity’s propensity toward solving every problem with violence.
Investors are also watching the Federal Reserve, which began its two-day policy meeting. While expectations of a rate hike this week are slim, traders will focus on the Fed’s statement on Wednesday for clues on the timing of a liftoff. All eyes are on Apple (AAPL.O), which reports fourth-quarter results after the close.
Investors are also watching the Federal Reserve, which began its two-day policy meeting. While expectations of a rate hike this week are slim, traders will focus on the Fed’s statement on Wednesday for clues on the timing of a liftoff. All eyes are on Apple (AAPL.O), which reports fourth-quarter results after the close.
