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FDA approves use of virus to treat melanoma
For the first time in history, the FDA has approved the medical use of a virus to treat people with cancer - specifically those suffering from skin cancer, or melanoma. The announcement was made through a news release by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on October 27, stating that Melanoma is the most widespread form of cancer in the country and will be responsible for the deaths of 10,000 people by the end of 2015.
Japanese auto majors may post encouraging quarterly results
The second quarter for Japanese automobile majors is expected to be positive as the sales surged in the US market. Toyota Motor Corp, Nissan Motor Co and Honda Motor Co. registered a rise in sales volume in the North American market during July to September. Investors are closely monitoring the forecasts about vehicle sales to ascertain the possible outcome from the third quarter results. The US and China markets account for one-third of global sales for the top three Japanese automobile companies. The rise in US sales and weaker Yen may add to profits for the Japanese automobile majors during the quarter.
Fed wants to shield taxpayers when banks go down
The Federal Reserve is implementing new rule especially in a bid to strengthen the global financial institutions. According to the proposal, all banks that operate in the US will be able to go down smoothly without causing too much collateral damage to the public.
'Once Upon A Time' Season 5 Update: Robbie Kay Returning in 100th Episode; First Look Photo of Merida and Mulan Released
Another couple of exciting developments have arrived for the latest season of Once Upon A Time. Reports confirm that Heroes Reborn actor will reprise his role as Peter Pan while the first look image of Mulan and Merida on the special two hour episode has been released.