A pioneering research and development lab, once part of USAID, has been resurrected as an independent nonprofit, a year after the agency's dissolution, according to Vox. The lab's revival marks a significant development in US foreign aid programs. Simultaneously, the FDA rejected Moderna's application for its mRNA flu vaccine, citing trial design issues, as reported by Ars Technica.
The news cycle also included a variety of other events. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell was released from the hospital and will work from home, while authorities continue to investigate the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, with a detained man released in connection to the case, as stated by NPR Politics. Additionally, Prince William toured Saudi Arabia, focusing on conservation efforts, as detailed by Nature News and Variety. Bangladesh held its first election since a period of political unrest, according to Nature News and Variety.
The resurrected lab, which had been a part of USAID, is now an independent nonprofit, according to Vox. The lab's return represents a new chapter for the program.
Meanwhile, Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine application was rejected by the FDA. Ars Technica reported that the agency cited issues with the trial design and the comparator vaccine used. This decision, which reportedly surprised Moderna, comes amid increased scrutiny of mRNA vaccines.
Other significant events included the launch of Hillsdale College's "Learn Like Charlie" campaign and Integrate's $17 million funding for secure government project collaboration, as reported by Variety. The news also covered devastating climate-change-fueled wildfires in Chile and Argentina, causing widespread destruction and fatalities, according to Nature News. NPR Politics reported on political tensions, including Democratic governors boycotting a White House dinner and allegations against the Co-op. The source also mentioned the release of a Venezuelan opposition leader from detention.
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