Monsanto ordered to pay $289 million in cancer trial

23 Sept 03:55 Key points summarised by AI

A California jury ordered Monsanto to pay $289 million in damages, finding its glyphosate-based weed-killers, including Roundup, caused a school groundskeeper's cancer.
The verdict established Monsanto's liability for failing to warn consumers about the cancer risks associated with its products.
Monsanto, now a unit of Bayer AG, faces over 5,000 similar lawsuits across the U.S. and plans to appeal, maintaining that scientific studies support glyphosate's safety.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.