US CDC panel recommends Moderna, Pfizer vaccines over J&J's

13 Sept 07:56 Key points summarised by AI

A U.S. CDC advisory panel unanimously recommended choosing Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines over Johnson & Johnson's due to rare but sometimes fatal blood clotting issues.
The recommendation follows the identification of over 50 cases of thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), including at least nine deaths, linked to the J&J vaccine, with incident rates higher than previously estimated.
Panel members also noted that the J&J vaccine is considered less effective in preventing COVID-19 compared to the mRNA vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer.
While J&J highlighted its single-shot durability and utility for hard-to-reach populations and easier storage, the CDC panel's guidance prioritizes safety and efficacy concerns.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.