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Around 1.8 million Americans received COVID shots last week, IQVIA says
Around 1.8 million people in the U.S. received a COVID-19 vaccine during the week ended Sept. 22, according to data compiled by health care data and analytics firm IQVIA Holdings Inc (IQV.N). Key Points
ReutersEU in talks with Moderna over new deal for COVID vaccines - FT
The European Union is in talks with Moderna (MRNA.O) over a new supply deal for the company's COVID-19 vaccines amid concerns over a rise in infections in the region, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing two people familiar with the matter. Key Points
ReutersOver 15 million Americans got updated COVID vaccines so far
Over 15 million people in the United States, around 4.5% of the population, had received the updated COVID-19 shots by Oct. 27, a Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) spokesperson said on Wednesday, lagging behind last year's vaccinations. Key Points
ReutersGunshots fired at house of Hardeep Nijjar's associate Simranjeet Singh in Canada: Report
Surrey RCMP in a statement said that on February 1, at approximately 1.21 am, it received a report of shots fired at a residence in South Surrey. Key Points
Business TodayMakers of Scoop acquire rights for project based on Sidhu Moosewala
Sidhu Moosewala was shot dead last year. The singer-turned-politician was best known for songs such as So High, Same Beef, The Last Ride, Just Listen and 295. Key Points
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US CDC OKs use of new Pfizer, GSK vaccines for RSV in older adults
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday signed off on the use of new vaccines from Pfizer and GSK to prevent severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in older adults. Key Points
ReutersAzam Khan on being compared to Suryakumar: ‘More than SKY, I am inspired by…’
Azam's blistering knock soon sparked comparison between the PSL sensation and India star Suryakumar Yadav, who is presently ranked No.1 in the world in T20I cricket. Former Pakistan coach Misbah-ul-Haq made a ‘special’ comparison remark as well however, before the Pakistan batter reacted to the same. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan Timesshots fired in Delhi’s Tis Hazari court as lawyers argue
Bar Council of Delhi Chairman K.K. Manan said a detailed inquiry into the matter would be undertaken. Key Points
ThePrintBritish tourist downs 22 shots in 90 minutes at Polish strip club, dies
A British tourist died after he consumed 22 shots of alcohol at a strip club in Poland. Autopsy revealed that the man had a blood alcohol content of at least 0.4 per cent, which is considered lethal. Key Points
India TodayPfizer RSV vaccine lags GSK’s as head-to-head competition underway
Pfizer (PFE.N), which dominated COVID vaccine sales, now finds itself looking up at GSK (GSK.L), whose rival new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine has surged to an early lead since the shots launched this summer. Key Points
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shots fired at temple president’s son’s house in Canada, probe on
Shots were fired at the house of a prominent Hindu businessman in Surrey, Canada. The attack occurred at the residence of the son of the president of the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir. Key Points
Business TodayIndia Vs Australia: With shots & deliveries, companies ready for World Cup Final
Bars and restaurants are creating Bleed Blue shots and Shami and Virat menus coupled with consumer promotions. Delivery platforms have asked companies to increase supplies of soft drinks and snacks in expectation of demand shooting up as fans gather at homes to watch the final together. Theatres, clubs and condominiums are hosting live screenings. Key Points
Economic TimesModerna combo COVID-19/flu vaccine succeeds in early-stage trial
Moderna (MRNA.O) on Wednesday said its combination vaccine to protect against both COVID-19 and influenza generated a strong immune response compared to individual shots for the viruses in an early-stage study. Key Points
ReutersFive people, all in their 20s, shot outside supremarket in Seattle
The shooting began in the parking of King Donuts in South Seattle. The shots were fired at a community outreach event in the parking lot. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesWith 22 alcohol shots in 90 minutes, British man dies of poisoning at strip club
The victim's blood had at least 0.4% alcohol at the time of his death, which is considered lethal. | World News Key Points
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