AMSTERDAM—Philips clarified that 2.2 million devices it has repaired or replaced in a major recall of respiratory devices are actually in the hands of patients in the United States. The Dutch healthcare equipment maker issued a statement on April 14 clarifying progress of the recall program underway since 2021 after the Food and Drug Administration…

The U.S. health regulator on Friday classified the recall of Getinge AB’s heart devices as its most serious type as their use may cause grave injuries or death due to risk of unexpected shutdowns. The company said it has informed its customers about the issue and there was no material financial impact from the recall….

GENEVA—Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Thursday Russia would not be the first to test a nuclear device, following Moscow’s suspension of the New START nuclear arms control treaty with the United States. Addressing reporters at the Russian mission in Geneva after a disarmament conference, Ryabkov said Moscow would not carry out tests…

A spy steals a secret military device, then hijacks an airliner to get away. The airliner crashes in the wilderness and the survivors are threatened by a raging forest fire. “Flying Blind” is a 1941 American action and comedy film directed by Frank McDonald and distributed by Paramount Pictures. Credit: Public Domain Movies – Feature…

A research team led by the University of Adelaide has helped develop a groundbreaking new device that significantly improves the efficiency of the only fertility treatment currently available for men with low sperm counts. Created in partnership with medical tech company Fertilis, this first-of-its-kind device will enable more IVF (in vitro fertilisation) clinics to offer…

Amazon.com Inc. launched on Tuesday a slew of new devices and announced a partnership with Walt Disney Co, that includes new products aimed at kids. Among the latest lineup were a smart thermostat, Echo Show 15, a flying indoor security camera by Ring and Glow, a device that allows kids to make video calls. Amazon…