New TB drug shows promise in mice tests
Johnson & Johnson researchers report that the diarylquinoline DARQ compound R207910 concentrates in lungs and other organs, inhibits TB energy production, and may shorten current TB therapy by months. Early human trials indicate safety, with more testing underway. If successful, it would be the first new anti TB drug in over 40 years since rifampin.
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Supreme Court weighs cattle ad campaign financing
The justices consider whether farmers can be forced to pay for government ads like Beaf it’s what’s for dinner and milk mustache campaigns. A ruling could threaten funded promotions for beef eggs dairy mangoes pork and more, with lower courts already striking down several programs. Justice Kennedy and other members questioned compelled speech while defenders argued consumer education and export gains.
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Families push overhaul after Sept 11 deaths in Congress
Families of Sept 11 victims led a years long campaign to overhaul the U S intelligence apparatus. Senators approved historic legislation by wide margins to replace a Cold War era structure with a post 9 11 system integrating military and civilian agencies to counter terrorists. Affected citizens urged reform and praised the bipartisan effort as preserving memory and protecting future Americans.
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Kerik amasses millions from stun gun stock options
Bernard Kerik, President Bush's nominee for Homeland Security, earned 6.2 million by exercising stock options from Taser International, which sold stun guns to the department. He sits on Taser's board while pursuing severance plans, with ethics rules requiring disclosure or divestment to avoid conflicts.
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