The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine, Nuvaxovid, but with specific conditions limiting its use to certain groups.
The vaccine is authorized for individuals aged 65 and older, as well as for those aged 12 to 64 who have underlying conditions that heighten their risk of severe COVID-19. However, the approval letter did not detail what constitutes an underlying condition.
The FDA also deferred the submission of pediatric studies for children under 12, citing incomplete research.
Novavax CEO John Jacobs described the approval as a significant milestone, emphasizing its role in increasing vaccine accessibility.
Novavax, which uses an older protein-based vaccine technology, faced hurdles in manufacturing and regulatory processes. These challenges distinguished Novavax from RNA-based vaccine makers like Moderna and Pfizer, which thrived during the pandemic.
Following Pope Leo’s inaugural Mass at the Vatican on Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the pontiff, thanking the Holy See for offering to host direct Ukraine–Russia talks and affirming Kyiv’s readiness for any format that could end the war.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Sunday to launch long-term EU–U.S. trade talks, with both sides having already exchanged negotiating papers to tackle their tariff differences.
The U.S. says any deal with Iran must ban uranium enrichment. Tehran says enrichment will not stop. Both sides appear far from an agreement.
On Sunday, Russian authorities detained a Greek-owned, Liberian-flagged oil tanker after it departed Estonia’s Sillamäe port and entered Russian territorial waters, the Estonian Foreign Ministry said.
Max Verstappen claimed a fourth consecutive Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix victory at Imola, sweeping past Oscar Piastri on the opening lap and holding off a late charge from Lando Norris. The win—his fifth of the season—extended his Imola dominance as Norris and Charles Leclerc completed the podium.
Following Pope Leo’s inaugural Mass at the Vatican on Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the pontiff, thanking the Holy See for offering to host direct Ukraine–Russia talks and affirming Kyiv’s readiness for any format that could end the war.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Sunday to launch long-term EU–U.S. trade talks, with both sides having already exchanged negotiating papers to tackle their tariff differences.
The U.S. says any deal with Iran must ban uranium enrichment. Tehran says enrichment will not stop. Both sides appear far from an agreement.
On Sunday, Russian authorities detained a Greek-owned, Liberian-flagged oil tanker after it departed Estonia’s Sillamäe port and entered Russian territorial waters, the Estonian Foreign Ministry said.
Max Verstappen claimed a fourth consecutive Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix victory at Imola, sweeping past Oscar Piastri on the opening lap and holding off a late charge from Lando Norris. The win—his fifth of the season—extended his Imola dominance as Norris and Charles Leclerc completed the podium.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on May 15, with discussions reportedly focusing on upcoming peace talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegates in Istanbul.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the war in Gaza will not stop until Hamas is destroyed, following the release of US-Israeli soldier Edan Alexander.
Qatar signed a landmark agreement with U.S. aerospace giant Boeing on Wednesday to acquire 160 aircraft for Qatar Airways, a deal valued at $200 billion. The signing took place in Doha during the visit of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ukrainian and Russian delegations meet behind closed doors at Istanbul’s Dolmabahçe Palace at 10:00 local time today to explore security guarantees, territorial integrity and a possible ceasefire.
EU approves 17th Russia sanctions, blacklisting almost 200 shadow‑fleet ships, 30 evasion firms and 75 defence figures, banning missile chemicals and arming Brussels to strike Kremlin hybrid and operations.
WHO officials, donors, and diplomats will meet in Geneva from Monday facing a major challenge: how to manage global health crises amid a significant funding shortfall caused by the U.S. decision to withdraw.
A confirmed case of bird flu on a commercial farm in Brazil has prompted China to suspend poultry imports, while other countries introduce regional restrictions.
Japanese children continue to struggle with mental health issues, ranking 32nd out of 43 developed and emerging countries, according to a new UNICEF report, despite notable improvements in education and strong physical health indicators.
President Donald Trump signed a new executive order aimed at aligning U.S. drug prices with those of other countries by removing private-sector middlemen from the system. While the move caused a drop in stocks, it promises significant changes for the pharmaceutical industry.
Scientists have developed an AI tool called FaceAge that analyzes selfies to estimate biological age, predict cancer survival rates, and assist in healthcare decisions. The tool has demonstrated remarkable accuracy, outperforming clinicians in some cases, and could revolutionize health diagnostics.
Following Pope Leo’s inaugural Mass at the Vatican on Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the pontiff, thanking the Holy See for offering to host direct Ukraine–Russia talks and affirming Kyiv’s readiness for any format that could end the war.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Sunday to launch long-term EU–U.S. trade talks, with both sides having already exchanged negotiating papers to tackle their tariff differences.
The U.S. says any deal with Iran must ban uranium enrichment. Tehran says enrichment will not stop. Both sides appear far from an agreement.
On Sunday, Russian authorities detained a Greek-owned, Liberian-flagged oil tanker after it departed Estonia’s Sillamäe port and entered Russian territorial waters, the Estonian Foreign Ministry said.
Max Verstappen claimed a fourth consecutive Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix victory at Imola, sweeping past Oscar Piastri on the opening lap and holding off a late charge from Lando Norris. The win—his fifth of the season—extended his Imola dominance as Norris and Charles Leclerc completed the podium.
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