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AstraZeneca, Targacept drug fails depression test

AstraZeneca, Targacept drug fails depression test

LONDON (Reuters) - An experimental antidepressant fromAstraZeneca Plc and Targacept Inc failed to meet the goal of changing a key depression rating score in the first of a series ofpivotal clinical trials, in a setback for both firms.

Judge blocks graphic warnings on cigarettes

Judge blocks graphic warnings on cigarettes

WASHINGTON — A US judge on Monday blocked the government's attempt to place graphic warning labels on cigarette packs, saying big tobacco was likely to succeed in arguing it was a violation of free speech.

Tobacco firms sue US over graphic cigarette labels

Tobacco firms sue US over graphic cigarette labels

Four tobacco companies filed a lawsuit against the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over what they say are unconstitutional requirements for warning labels on US cigarette packaging.