Joji Xavier

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The European Union will launch a dispute against the United States over its universal reciprocal tariffs and tariffs on cars and car parts. EU will formally lodge a request for consultations with the World Trade Organization alleging that these tariffs blatantly violate fundamental WTO rules. "The EU's objective is thus to reaffirm that internationally agreed rules matter, and these cannot be unilaterally disregarded by any WTO member, including the US," the European Commission said.

1 week ago | rttnews.com | Joji Xavier

The United States Food and Drug Administration has announced that an AI-assisted scientific review pilot will be rolled out by June 30The generative AI tools allow FDA scientists and subject-matter experts to spend less time on tedious, repetitive tasks that often slow down the review process. To reflect the urgency of this effort, FDA Commissioner Martin A. Makary has directed all FDA centers to begin deployment immediately, with the goal of full integration by the end of June.

1 week ago | rttnews.com | Joji Xavier

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that it will establish a fast track process to facilitate greater investment in U.S. businesses from ally and partner sources. This process will include the launch of a Known Investor portal where the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, chaired by Treasury, can collect information from foreign investors in advance of a filing. Initially, Treasury will conduct a pilot of this process and build from it over time.

1 week ago | rttnews.com | Joji Xavier

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has unveiled a plan to build a brand new, state-of-the-art air traffic control system. By replacing the current, antiquated system, the FAA will enhance safety in the sky, reduce delays, and unlock the future of air travel, according to the Department of Transportation. "Decades of neglect have left us with an outdated system that is showing its age.

1 week ago | rttnews.com | Joji Xavier

In a historic development in the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV has become the first person from the United States to lead it. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who also holds Peruvian citizenship after working in the Latin American country for many years, was elected by a conclave of cardinals at the Vatican Thursday night. The 69-year-old pontiff later greeted thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square with a message of peace.