The Philippines' Food and Drug Administration has authorised the emergency use of Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE's COVID-19 vaccine, its head said on Thursday.
The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, which has shown a 95 per cent success rate, is the first vaccine the Philippines has approved.
FDA head Rolando Enrique Domingo told a media briefing China's Sinovac Biotech Ltd on Wednesday submitted to regulators its emergency use authorization application.
Israel launches airstrikes on south Lebanon
The Israeli military carried out heavy airstrikes on south Lebanon on Thursday after issuing evacuation orders for three locations, saying Lebanese armed group Hezbollah was trying to rebuild its military capabilities there.
Voting ends in first phase of election in India's Bihar
The first phase of the assembly elections in the Indian state of Bihar has concluded, covering 121 constituencies across 18 districts.
Britain's Prince William calls for optimism on environment at EarthShot Prize event
Britain's Prince William expressed optimism on Wednesday about tackling global environmental challenges at a star-studded event in Rio de Janeiro for the fifth edition of his EarthShot Prize.
Afghanistan and Pakistan return to Istanbul for more peace talks
Afghanistan and Pakistan will resume peace talks in Istanbul on Thursday, both nations said, after a previous round ended without agreeing a lasting truce.
Groping of Mexico's president puts violence against women in spotlight
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday she filed a complaint against a man who groped her as she walked between meetings in the capital city, a day after a video of the incident went viral.
The 2025 UAE Government Annual Meetings have concluded in Abu Dhabi, bringing together leaders and officials from across the Emirates.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared 2026 as the Year of the Family, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to strong, united households as the foundation of a resilient society.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed updates on key national initiatives that aim to strengthen the UAE’s leadership in future-oriented sectors.
