FDA Backs Wearable Electric-Field Device For Tough-To-Treat Pancreatic Cancer
The FDA cleared Optune Pax, a wearable tumor‑treating‑fields device, after a Phase 3 trial showed a small survival benefit and delayed pain progression for inoperable pancreatic cancer.
Federal Court Smacks Down Big Tech Bid To Gut Patent Review Rule
A Federal Circuit panel ruled the USPTO's NHK‑Fintiv guidance is a "general statement of policy," denying Apple and other tech firms' challenge and curbing access to IPRs.
U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System Saved from Cuts with $47.5M Boost in Bipartisan Effort Led by Senators Cantwell and Wicker
Senator Cantwell secured funding for the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS), increasing its budget by 12% to $47.5 million, countering proposed cuts under Trump's budget.
HHS Ditches mRNA Vaccine Program Amidst Safety Concerns, Biotech Firms and Academic Giants Face $500M Cutback
HHS is halting their mRNA vaccine development under BARDA, citing lower efficacy against respiratory infections. Contracts with biotech firms are being canceled or downscaled, but certain projects will complete for fiscal reasons.
President Trump Grants Sterilization Facilities Extension on Ethylene Oxide Emissions Compliance for National Security
President Trump extends compliance deadlines for sterilization facilities using ethylene oxide due to national security interests, delaying recently enacted environmental standards.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Introduces CBP Link Mobile App to Enhance Travel and Trade Services
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection launched CBP Link, a new mobile app to simplify travelers' interactions with border services, including I-94 form applications and border wait times checks.
Arlington County Doubles Down on EV Infrastructure with 31 New Public Charging Stations
Arlington County has increased its public Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations from 15 to 31 and aims for further expansion with a federal grant, contributing to its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. New pricing models encourage efficient usage.
Urgent Search for Missing 80-Year-Old Man in Silver Spring, Montgomery County Police Seek Public's Assistance
Montgomery County Police are searching for missing 80-year-old George Corum from Silver Spring, urging public assistance in a case where time is critical due to his age and need for care.




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