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Bird flu is a real pandemic threat. Are we prepared for the worst? | Devi Sridhar
A strain now circulating in dairy cows appears to carry little risk for humans at present, but we need to develop an effective strategy before it mutates. As usual, I’m back with cheery topics to ...The Guardian - 7h -
WATCH: Bear prepares for hibernation at Yellowstone
A bear appeared to "tuck itself in" for hibernation by gathering grass, sticks and dirt as it backed into its den in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.ABC News - 1d -
Automakers Thrived in the Pandemic. Many Are Now Struggling.
Changing technology, political turmoil and competition from China are cutting into profits and forcing carmakers to cut jobs and close factories.The New York Times - 1d -
Mega-Farms Are Driving the Threat of Bird Flu
In the West, where herds of thousands of cattle are common, researchers are seeing cases rise at poultry and dairy operations. More than 50 workers have contracted the virus.Wired - 2d -
Two more cases of bird flu in humans reported in California
Both occurred in farmworkers with exposure to infected animals, and are amid 34 confirmed cases across state. Two cases of bird flu have been reported in California’s San Joaquin county, according ...The Guardian - 1d -
Patient hospitalized with possible bird flu infection in Louisiana
A person in Louisiana is hospitalized with what may be the state’s first case of bird flu, state health officials said Friday.NBC News - 2d -
2 cats die from suspected bird flu traced to raw milk in California
Health officials are investigating possible cases of H5 bird flu after two cats died from consuming recalled raw milk, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.The Hill - 3d -
For Wild Animals, the Bird Flu Disaster Is Already Here
Scientists are concerned that the H5N1 virus could set off another human pandemic. But it is already putting species under pressure in the wild.The New York Times - 3d -
Demand for UK rented properties falls for first time since pandemic
Surveyors also find estate agents are expecting the slowest growth in rental costs in almost four yearsFinancial Times - 4d -
Biden administration has no current plans to authorize a bird flu vaccine for humans
Biden administration officials said Wednesday they have no current plans to authorize a stockpiled bird flu vaccine, despite an escalating outbreak among livestock in the U.S. and at least 58 human ...NBC News - 4d -
Lawmakers face deepfake threats
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Lawmakers targeted by sexually explicit deepfakes More than two dozen lawmakers have been the victims of ...The Hill - 4d -
Could Cats Become a Vector for Bird Flu?
A new study highlights the need for public health officials to ramp up bird flu surveillance in our feline companions.The New York Times - 4d -
California child drank raw milk before possible bird flu infection: Local health officials
A California child with a suspected bird flu infection drank raw milk before getting sick, local health officials said. A Marin County child last month presented to a local emergency department ...The Hill - 5d -
Monthly rent soars by £270 since pandemic, says Zoopla
The cost of renting rose sharply after lockdown was lifted but the rate of increase is now slowing.BBC News - 5d -
Heathrow preparing for busiest Christmas
The airport expects the number of passengers travelling through its terminals on December 25 to be 21% higher than on the same day last year.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Raw and unpasteurized milk must test for bird flu, USDA mandates
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a national mandate requiring raw and unpasteurized milk be tested for bird flu. Dr. William Schaffner, professor of preventive medicine at Vanderbilt ...CBS News - 5d -
USDA Will Begin Mandatory Milk Testing for Bird Flu
Bird flu has been seen in more than 500 dairy herds in California and 700 across the country.Inc. - Dec. 8 -
‘Gun control is dead, and we killed it’: the growing threat of firearms that can be made at home
One far-right cell wanted to use 3D-printed guns to cause ‘maximum confusion and fear’ on the streets of Finland. Could the police intercept them in time?. . Long before he started making guns with ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Merkel-worship was liberalism at its worst
Fans of the former German chancellor should be contrite — even if she isn’tFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
Is Milk Safe? Your Questions About Bird Flu and Dairy, Answered
Federal officials will soon begin testing the country’s milk supply for the virus. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
MAP: Flu season is here, especially in these states
Flu activity spiked in states across the U.S. during the last week of November, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The Hill - Dec. 7 -
USDA orders nationwide testing of milk for bird flu to halt the virus
The U.S. government has ordered testing of the nation’s milk supply for bird flu to better monitor the spread of the virus in dairy cowsABC News - Dec. 6 -
USDA issues order for raw milk samples nationwide to be tested for bird flu
Raw samples nationwide will now be collected and shared with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to test for bird flu, according to a new federal order issued Friday.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Agriculture Department to Require Testing of U.S. Milk Supply for Bird Flu Virus
New federal rules call for testing unpasteurized milk from dairy processors and for farm owners to provide details that would help officials identify and track cases more easily.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Agriculture Department orders testing of the nation's milk supply for bird flu
Agriculture Department orders testing of the nation's milk supply for bird fluABC News - Dec. 6 -
USDA orders testing of milk for bird flu
The national milk supply must be tested for bird flu under a federal order announced Friday by the U.S.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
USDA requires bulk testing of raw milk supply for bird flu virus
The nation’s milk supply must be tested for the bird flu virus H5N1 under a new order announced Friday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The rules require unpasteurized milk samples ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
US agriculture officials mandate testing of milk supply for bird flu
USDA will test raw milk in attempt to stop spread of virus as more than 700 dairy herds infected since March. America’s national milk supply must be tested for the bird flu virus under a new ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
USDA orders national milk testing to monitor bird flu in dairy herds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing a new federal order requiring raw, unpasteurized milk samples nationwide to be collected and tested.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
League-worst Blackhawks fire coach Richardson
The Blackhawks fired coach Luke Richardson on Thursday after just eight wins in their first 26 games left them with the worst record based on points in the league. Anders Sorensen will take over on ...ESPN - Dec. 6 -
How Consumer Brands Are Preparing for Trump-Proposed Tariffs
Founders will be working overtime this holiday season on reconfiguring their supply chains away from China.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
What is the real toll of natural and climate disasters? Science has staggering new answers | Devi Sridhar
New research challenges us to look beyond the event to the devastating long-term impacts. Governments must take note. The devastation of hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis or tornadoes is often ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Colliding galaxies and migratory birds: photos of the day – Thursday
The Guardian’s staff select photographs from around the world Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
How the Messy Process of Milking Cows Can Spread Bird Flu
On America’s large dairy farms, milking is a vast operation, and the potential for disease transmission is worrying, health experts say.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
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Raw milk recall in California expands after tests detect more bird flu virus
A California farm has expanded a recall of raw milk sold in stores and has halted productionABC News - Dec. 4 -
To defend Taiwan tomorrow, we must prepare to sanction China today
Taiwan is reportedly considering a $15 billion military package to strengthen its military against China, while the U.S. and Taiwan have agreed to spend over $2 billion in American weapons ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Native American students miss school at higher rates, it got worse during pandemic
Years after COVID-19 disrupted American schools, nearly every state is still struggling with attendanceABC News - Dec. 3 -
These are the worst cities for package theft in 2024
These are the 10 worst cities for package theft in 2024, according to an annual report from SafeWise.The Hill - Dec. 3 -
READ: House COVID-19 pandemic panel's final report
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee’s COVID-19 panel issued its final report on Monday ahead of a hearing this week. The report yields five points of bipartisan consensus and seven ...The Hill - Dec. 2
