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Testing rules out beef patties as the source of E. coli outbreak, McDonald’s says
LOS ANGELES — McDonald’s announced Sunday that Quarter Pounders will again be on its menu at hundreds of its restaurants…
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A rare but deadly mosquito virus infection has Massachusetts towns urging vigilance
A rare but deadly disease spread by mosquitoes has one town in Massachusetts closing its parks and fields each evening.…
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UN confirms sexual spread of mpox in Congo for the 1st time
LONDON — The World Health Organization said it has confirmed sexual transmission of mpox in Congo for the first time…
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Over half of Sudan’s population needs humanitarian aid after nearly 7 months of war, UN says
UNITED NATIONS — Almost seven months of war between Sudan’s military and a powerful paramilitary group have left a wave…
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Road collision kills 4 Greek rescue workers dispatched to flood-stricken Libya
CAIRO — Four Greek rescue workers dispatched to Libya following devastating flooding in the eastern city of Derna were killed…
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Florida family accused of selling fake COVID-19 cure through online church goes on trial in Miami
A Florida family accused of selling a toxic industrial bleach as a fake COVID-19 cure through their online church is…
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Kansas governor vetoes measures to aid anti-abortion centers, limit health officials’ power
TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas’ Democratic governor on Friday vetoed Republican legislation that would have provided a financial boost to anti-abortion…
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