Biden commutes 37 federal death row sentences. And, a push to understand long COVID

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma is overseeing the implementation of infrastructure development projects and industrial sector tasks outlined in the 2025-26 State Budget ahead of the upcoming budget session. Emphasizing accountability and transparency, Sharma identified key areas such as water supply, power, stone cluster upgrades, and polluted water treatment plants for timely completion. He instructed departments to submit progress reports regularly and expedite the Brahmani river dam project to ensure water availability in southern...

The Competition Bureau released draft guidelines clarifying expectations around new greenwashing rules, focusing on environmental claims for promotional purposes and the need for proper substantiation. Businesses must prove claims on environmental benefits are based on adequate testing and internationally recognized methodology, with future claims requiring concrete, realistic plans. The bureau will exercise enforcement discretion and not hold liable for breaches before the law's implementation. Full Article

Former President Bill Clinton, 78, was admitted to Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington after developing a fever. Clinton, a Democrat who served two terms as president, has faced previous health scares, including quadruple bypass surgery in 2004 and a urological infection in 2021. He remains in good spirits and appreciates the care he is receiving at the hospital. Full Article

out of the summary. The article discusses whether Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre will follow through on his promise to defund the CBC. While the answer may not be surprising, the article delves into the potential implications of such a decision and the impact it could have on the Canadian media landscape. Poilievre's stance on the issue is examined, along with the potential consequences for the CBC and the broader media industry. Full Article

Asia-Pacific stocks had a strong performance in 2024, with major markets like Taiwan's Taiex and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index posting significant gains. Central banks in the region eased monetary policy, while a boom in AI technology boosted tech stocks. Inflation was successfully reduced in Asia, giving room for further monetary easing in 2025, according to Mike Shiao of Invesco, which is expected to support equities. Full Article

Bryony Thomas was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer just before Christmas, facing terrifying statistics with the lowest survival rate among common cancers. After years of searching for answers to her extreme fatigue, Bryony finally received a diagnosis in December 2019. Five years later, she is raising awareness and funds to help others survive the deadly disease, defying the odds as one of the lucky few to survive beyond five years in the UK. Full Article