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idropnews.compolitics31 days ago
Executives Accompany President Trump on China Trip
President Trump traveled to China accompanied by several U.S. business leaders. The group seeks to address regulatory obstacles affecting operations in the country.
Statscience32 days ago
FDA Leadership Changes Prompt Concerns Among Rare Disease Drug Developers
Drug industry executives and an academic expert discussed the effects of recent FDA personnel changes on rare disease drug development at a conference in San Francisco on May 20, 2026. They expressed uncertainty about clinical trial requirements and investor reactions.
thehindu.comscience33 days ago
Former FDA Commissioner David Kessler Discusses Agency Challenges
David Kessler, who previously led the Food and Drug Administration, offered comments on the agency's current condition and possible next steps. The remarks were shared during a STAT Breakthrough event.
ndtv.comworld34 days ago
DraftKings, Andreessen Horowitz and Meta Spend Millions on State Election Influence
DraftKings, Andreessen Horowitz and Meta are directing millions of dollars toward state election campaigns. State races have become key venues for regulatory decisions affecting these companies.
New York Postpolitics38 days ago
SEC Proposes Semi-Annual Reporting for Public Companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission proposed letting public companies choose between quarterly and semi-annual financial reporting. A detailed comment letter from the WallStreetBets subreddit called the change a threat to retail investors' ability to compete with institutions.
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airlinegeeks.comworld39 days ago
Vietnam to Raise Foreign Ownership Cap for Airlines
Vietnam will increase the foreign ownership limit in its airlines from 30% to 35%. The government has instructed carriers to adjust their operations and ownership structures accordingly. The change aims to align with international standards and support industry growth.
Nbc Newsscience44 days agoUpdated
Trump Considers Firing FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
President Trump is considering dismissing Dr. Marty Makary as commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration following frustration with his performance. A source familiar with the matter said no final decision has been reached. NBC News reported the development on May 9, 2026.
uctoday.compolitics44 days ago
Trump Administration Moves to Replace FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
President Donald Trump has approved the dismissal of Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary after months of clashes over vaping, abortion and drug policy. The move follows chaos at the agency and comes as lawyers argued in a Colorado courtroom over the future of a…
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abcnews.go.comfinance45 days ago
Changpeng Zhao Says He Will Spend More Time in U.S. After Years of Avoidance
Changpeng Zhao said he has been trying to avoid the U.S. in the last few years but now plans to return more frequently to engage with the community and address misconceptions about him and the Binance ecosystem. The statements came on the Anchorage Digital Mainstage in connection…
nbcnews.comworld46 days ago
Kennedy Withdraws 2015 FDA Proposal to Ban Minors From Tanning Beds
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pulled the 2015 rule in March after more than 8,000 public comments. The proposal would have prohibited teens from using tanning beds and required adults to sign risk acknowledgment forms. Skin cancer experts cited tripled…
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finance.yahoo.comfinance46 days ago
CMA Reviews 2010 Land Rules After Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Iceland Call for Aldi and Lidl to Face Same Restrictions
The three supermarket chains have called on regulators to close an exemption in the 2010 Controlled Land Order that has allowed Aldi and Lidl to use restrictive property covenants. Iceland’s chief executive said the framework is “rigged in favour of the German retailers.” The CMA…
Breaking Defenseworld46 days ago
Northrop Grumman Asks FTC to Vacate 2018 Solid Rocket Motor Consent Order
Northrop Grumman on April 2 asked the Federal Trade Commission to drop restrictions imposed when it acquired Orbital ATK. Lockheed Martin is preparing to oppose the move publicly, arguing it would limit affordable access to solid rocket motors. The FTC decision could affect Penta…
finance.yahoo.comscience46 days ago
FDA Shifts Remain Focus for Cell and Gene Therapy Industry at European Meeting
Cell and gene therapy developers gathered in Rome last week to discuss the sector's outlook in Europe. Conversations centered on recent FDA actions including a doubled rejection rate for such therapies since 2024 and the departure of the agency's top regulator for gene and cell t…
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ACC CEO Outlines Regulatory Reforms for U.S. Chemical Manufacturing Competitiveness
The CEO of the American Chemistry Council discussed regulatory challenges in U.S. manufacturing during a Daily Caller event. He highlighted issues with permitting and the Toxic Substances Control Act that affect the approval of new molecules. The discussion focused on improving U…
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U.S. Utilities Plan $1.4 Trillion in Capital Spending Over Next Five Years Amid AI Data Center Growth
U.S. utilities are planning to increase capital spending by 30% to $1.4 trillion over the next five years, driven by demand from AI-related data center construction. This spending includes investments in transmission, distribution, and power generation. Utilities have emphasized…