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Get your gallon of hand sanitizer out from underneath the kitchen sink, because while COVID-19 levels may be low, a slew of other respiratory il… [+4440 chars]

A virus that can cause a polio-like illness among children has been found in Bay Area wastewater as influenza cases spike.

SFGate

Virus that causes polio-like illness found in Bay Area as influenza cases spike - SFGATE

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) The executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission has resigned, the latest shake-up at the state's retail gambling enterprise amid multiple investigations into jackpots in 202… [+4611 chars]

The executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission has resigned, the latest shake-up at the state's retail gambling enterprise amid multiple...

Yahoo Entertainment

The Texas Lottery's top executive resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifies - Yahoo Finance

Kirk Cousins is not expected to be the Falcons starter in 2025, but Atlanta has not shown any urgency when it comes to potentially trading him. 
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Kirk Cousins is not expected to be the Falcons' starter in 2025, but Atlanta has not shown any urgency when it comes to potentially trading him.

NBCSports.com

Kirk Cousins reports to Falcons for first day of voluntary offseason work - NBC Sports

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President Trump on Tuesday called the deadly attack on tourists at a resort in Indian-controlled Kashmir “deeply disturbing” and expressed his sympathy for those affected, in a post … [+1673 chars]

President Trump and Vice President Vance have expressed their sympathy and support for India in the wake of a deadly attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir, with the Prime Minister promising that those responsible will be brought to justice.

The Hill

Trump calls attack on tourists in Kashmir ‘deeply disturbing news’ - The Hill

WASHINGTON (AP) U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a Tuesday speech that the ongoing tariffs showdown against China is unsustainable and expects a de-escalation in the trade war between th… [+2570 chars]

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a Tuesday speech that the ongoing tariffs showdown with China is unsustainable and expects a “de-escalation” in the trade war between the world’s two largest economies. But in a private speech in Washington for JP…

Associated Press

US Treasury secretary says trade war with China is not ‘sustainable’ - AP News

The executive producer of CBS News’ “60 Minutes,” Bill Owens, only the third in the venerable newsmagazine’s history, said he will leave his job, citing an increasing lack of ability “to make indepen… [+6905 chars]

Bill Owens, the executive producer of "60 MInutes," said he would quit the show rather than allow Paramount Global to interfere with its independence

Variety

'60 Minutes' Chief Quits, Citing Interference from Paramount - Variety

NASA's Perseverance Mars rover has come across several unusual rocks that don't seem to be in their original place.
Perseverance is currently searching for signs of ancient life in the hills and roc… [+4084 chars]

NASA's Perseverance rover on Mars has discovered unusual "float" rocks on the rim of Jezero Crater while searching for signs of ancient microbial life. Scientists are investigating their origin.

Live Science

NASA rover discovers out-of-place 'Skull' on Mars, and scientists are baffled - Live Science

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is slated to announce an intent to phase out the use of petroleum-based synthetic food dyes in a bid to ramp up pressure on an industry he has often derided.
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The head of HHS has frequently blasted food dyes found in candy, cereals, drinks and snacks, and  he has made cracking down on color additives a focus of his agenda.

The Washington Post

RFK Jr. to announce intent to phase out synthetic food dyes - The Washington Post

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"As-salaam Alaikum" or "peace be upon you," Pope Francis ventured in Arabic while talking to parishioners in Gaza earlier this year.
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Pope Francis had a close relationship with Gaza's tiny Christian community and used his last address to call for a ceasefire.

BBC News

We're orphans now, say Gaza Catholics the Pope called daily - BBC

Warner Bros‘ period horror movie Sinnershad a great Monday earning $7.8M. That’s the second-best Monday ever for a R-rated horror movie after 2017’s It which did $8.76M, and it’s the third best Monda… [+1438 chars]

'Sinners' made $7.8M on Monday, the second best ever for an R-rated horror movie after 'It'

Deadline

‘Sinners’ Scores Second Best Monday For R-Rated Horror Movie At Box Office - Deadline

ABC News

Texas measles outbreak surpasses 600 cases with most among children, teens - ABC News

Harvard Universitys lawsuit against the Trump administration has set up a titanic clash between Americas most prestigious university and the federal government over academic freedom, federal funding … [+9471 chars]

Harvard University sued the Trump administration Monday, setting up a titanic clash between America’s most prestigious university and the federal government over academic freedom, federal funding and campus oversight.

Harvard’s lawsuit sets up monumental clash between America’s most prestigious university and the Trump administration - CNN

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday unveiled a plan to significantly reorganize the State Department, saying the redesign would reverse decades of bloat and bureaucracy and seek to eradicate wh… [+8552 chars]

The Trump administration’s proposed shake-up of the State Department targets human rights programs and others focused on war crimes and democracy.

Rubio unveils sweeping reorganization of State Department - The Washington Post

“Surprise” dropped today, the game overhauls leveling and graphics.

Ars Technica

You can play the Unreal-powered The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remaster today - Ars Technica

NASA's Lucy spacecraft, currently headed toward Jupiter on an asteroid-hopping mission, has captured an impressive close-up of its second target: the space rock 52246 Donaldjohanson.
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"These early images of Donaldjohanson are again showing the tremendous capabilities of the Lucy spacecraft as an engine of discovery."

Space.com

NASA's Lucy probe captures 1st close-up images of asteroid Donaldjohanson, revealing 'strikingly complicated geology' - Space

Apple Inc.s new Siri engineering chief is overhauling the management team leading development of the beleaguered voice assistant, taking a step he assured employees would set the company up for succe… [+375 chars]

Apple Inc.’s new Siri engineering chief is overhauling the management team leading development of the beleaguered voice assistant, taking a step he assured employees would set the company up for success.

Bloomberg

Apple’s New Siri Chief Enlists Vision Pro Talent to Start Comeback Bid - Bloomberg.com

The 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up to be as unpredictable as Rory McIlroy was during the back nine of this year's Masters tournament. With every shot, viewers had literally no idea if McIlroy would com… [+2153 chars]

Here's what might go down when the draft kicks off on Thursday night

CBS Sports

2025 NFL mock draft: Shedeur Sanders taken late in Round 1 after QB-needy team trades up to get him - CBS Sports

The Biggest Benefit of Eating BlueberriesHispanolistic - Getty Images
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Blueberries offer many health benefits, including antioxidants, polyphenols, and more. Here, one editor shares what happened when she ate blueberries every d...

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