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Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus
Some health officials say mpox cases in Congo appear to be “stabilizing.”Health - ABC News - November 3 -
Criminal cases against Trump will be "brought to a halt," says election law expert
President-elect Donald Trump promised to fire special counsel Jack Smith and the Department of Justice said it will wind down the cases against Trump before his inauguration. Rick Pildes, ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
RFK Jr. recommends fellow vaccine skeptic to Trump for HHS secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has been advising the Trump transition team, has recommended a fellow vaccine skeptic to lead the Health and Human Services Dept., sources say.Top stories - ABC News - November 1 -
Trump team fully embraces RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism
In the closing days of the campaign, Donald Trump and some of his top allies have increasingly embraced Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anti-vaccine rhetoric.Politics - NBC News - November 1 -
RFK Jr. could lead a Trump administration’s efforts to battle ‘childhood chronic disease’
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may be poised to play a key health role in the next administration should Donald Trump get re-elected, according to two people close to the campaign and familiar with the plans.Top stories - NBC News - November 1 -
Trump says he wants vaccine skeptic RFK Jr to ‘take care of health’ if he wins
Republican adds Kennedy’s remit would include women’s health and says Liz Cheney should be placed in a war zone. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump said late on Thursday that he ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
A Conservative Case Against Trump
In a choice between misfortunes, one is clearly worse.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
Pakistan begins another vaccination campaign after a worrying surge in polio cases
Pakistan has begun a nationwide vaccination campaign to protect 45 million children from polio after a surge in new casesWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
Pakistan begins another vaccination campaign after a worrying surge in polio cases
Pakistan has begun a nationwide vaccination campaign to protect 45 million children from polio after a surge in new casesHealth - ABC News - October 28 -
Doctors trial world’s first mRNA vaccine against vomiting bug norovirus
Jab could bring huge health and economic benefits as virus often spreads rapidly and can be serious. Doctors have begun trialling the world’s first mRNA vaccine against the vomiting bug norovirus ...World - The Guardian - October 23 -
CDC recommends lower age for people to get vaccine against pneumonia
All adults aged 50 and older should receive a vaccine against bacteria that can cause pneumonia and meningitis, federal health officials said. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
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Finland warns of increasing Ukraine fatigue among distracted west
Also in this newsletter: Meloni hits back against Albania migration hub criticismWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
National insurance rise will hit lower-wage parts of UK economy hardest, study shows
Findings of IFS think-tank come as Reeves acknowledges policies could dampen pay growthBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
How will UK tax rises on private equity’s carried interest work?
Changes unveiled in Rachel Reeves’ Budget mean the performance fee will be treated as income from 2026Business - Financial Times - October 31 -
The U.S. Warned Israel to Increase Gaza Aid. The Results Are In Dispute.
The Biden administration says Israel has taken steps to improve humanitarian situation, but aid groups say conditions are dire.World - The Wall Street Journal - 25 minutes ago -
Election integrity expert warns about the spread of misinformation
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Michael Waldman, President of NYU’s Brennan Center for Justice, on how elections are actually becoming more secure.Top stories - ABC News - November 5 -
Experts warn 'famine is imminent' in Northern Gaza
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) issued a report Friday stating Northern Gaza's citizens are threatened by an “imminent and substantial likelihood of extreme famine." The ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
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CDC warns whooping cough cases are on the rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning that cases of whooping cough are on the rise, with more cases reported this year compared to this time in 2023. Dr. William Schaffner, a ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Idaho health department isn't allowed to give COVID vaccines anymore
A regional public health department in Idaho is no longer providing COVID-19 vaccines to residents in six counties after a narrow decision by its boardHealth - ABC News - November 1 -
Hunt warns that Reeves will ‘trash’ economy with business tax hikes
Shadow chancellor says he rejected Treasury advice to raise employers’ national insurance paymentsWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
Trump warned against meddling with Federal Reserve’s independence
Any effort by president-elect to interfere in interest rate policy could destabilise marketsBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
What happens to Trump's criminal cases if he wins the election? Experts weigh in.
Trump's third campaign for president has played out alongside the four criminal cases against him. Where they go could very well depend on whether he's elected.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Hospitality bosses warn Reeves’ UK tax increases will lead to ‘drastic’ job cuts
More than 200 sign letter to chancellor saying rises in national insurance contributions will cause business closuresBusiness - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
NHS needs better plan around weight loss jabs, warn experts
Experts call for an urgent review of obesity treatment services amid booming demand for weight loss jabs.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Trump vows to impose tariffs as experts warn of price hikes and angry allies
In often-combative conversation with Bloomberg editor in Chicago, Trump says ‘tariff’ is his favorite word. Donald Trump doubled down on his promise to levy tariffs on all imports in a bid to ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Employers’ national insurance rise a risk for SMEs, tax experts warn
Keir Starmer refuses to rule out increase in this month’s BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Weight loss jabs not ‘quick fix’ for UK worklessness, health experts warn
Scientists say using the drugs to get people back into work could carry logistical and ethical problems. Weight loss jabs are not a “quick fix” and the health secretary’s plan to use them to help ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
Protecting the Green Triangle: experts warn of ‘irreversible’ groundwater decline
The groundwater system in western Victoria and south-east South Australia has begun to show signs of collapse, threatening the water security of SA’s second biggest city. Sign up for the Rural ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Humanity is on the verge of ‘shattering Earth’s natural limits’, say experts in biodiversity warning
As the Cop16 conference begins, scientists and academics say human activity has pushed the world into a danger zone. Humanity is “on the precipice” of shattering Earth’s limits, and will suffer ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Gambling poses huge global threat to public health, experts warn
Lancet commission calls for gambling to be treated in same way as alcohol and tobacco after technology widens reach. Gambling poses a growing worldwide threat to public health, with its rapid ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Threat of foodborne pathogens is growing with climate change, experts warn
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Dentists are pulling treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn
Americans are getting dental implants more than ever — and at costs reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Experts worry some dentists have lost sight of the soul of dentistry: preserving and ...Top stories - CBS News - October 31
