New contraceptive pokes interest of health care officials (Purdue Exponent)
Starting next year, birth control can be as easy as one doctor's office visit every three years. On Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Implanon, a 1 1/2 inch, single-rod contraceptive that is implanted into the interior of the upper arm of a woman.

Akzo Nobel Reports Strong Results Driven by Organon and Coatings; Revenues up 7% to EUR 3.6 Billion, Net Income Doubles (ChemPoint)
Akzo Nobel today reported substantially higher revenues and operational earnings, driven by Organon and Coatings. Operating income excluding incidentals was up 9% from EUR 334 million to EUR 365 million.