WHO launched a yearlong World Health Day 2026 campaign urging governments, scientists and the public to back science, trust evidence and work together.
European Commission allocates 225 million euros via pre-commercial procurement to push next-gen flu vaccines through clinical trials over 98 months.
WHO prequalified Biological E nOPV2 vaccine type 2, adding an India-based maker and widening UN procurement for type 2 outbreak control worldwide now, this week.
WHO and IARC say 37% of 2022 cancer cases were tied to preventable risks, led by cigarettes and infections, pointing to vaccines and stronger controls worldwide.
Automotive
BMW has unveiled the all-electric i3, its second Neue Klasse model, with up to 900 km WLTP range, 400 kW charging and Munich production from August 2026.
Mercedes-Benz says the 2027 S-Class runs MB.OS as standard, integrating MBUX, MB.DRIVE, cloud updates and Google Maps navigation as the sedan refreshes its core tech platform.
The EU is easing its 2035 combustion engine ban, revising emissions targets to protect automakers while maintaining long-term climate neutrality goals.
Porsche launches the all-electric Cayenne, delivering 850 kW power, 2.5s acceleration, and up to 642 km range in a new era of performance SUVs.
Porsche AG posts €967 million Q3 loss, its first since 2022 IPO, citing one-time restructuring costs, import tariffs, and weak global demand.
Porsche confirms early talks with Oliver Blume to end his CEO term in 2026 while he remains Volkswagen chief amid company leadership changes.