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Dr. Leana Wen says for bird flu, "we should have learned our lesson from COVID" in testing
Dr. Leana Wen, the former Baltimore health commissioner, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," that amid the concerns over the bird flu, the Biden administration should be making rapid ...CBS News - 1h -
Norovirus is surging in parts of the U.S. this winter, CDC data show
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in parts of the U.S.CBS News - 1h -
Good news you may have missed in 2024
You may remember 2024 as a year of bad news – and you'd be right! But it was also a year of GOOD news, and not all of it made headlines. Correspondent David Pogue reports on some of the year's best ...CBS News - 4h -
Bird flu virus likely mutated within a Louisiana patient, CDC says
A genetic analysis suggests the bird flu virus mutated inside a Louisiana patient who contracted the first severe case of the illness in the United StatesABC News - 1d -
Bird Flu Samples From Very Ill Patient Had ‘Concerning’ Mutations
Tiny genetic alterations could help the bird flu virus enter cells in the upper respiratory tract, the C.D.C. said. But there is no sign that mutations are widespread in nature.The New York Times - 1d -
Good news you may have missed in 2024
You may recall a lot of bad news this past year – but it was also a year of GOOD news, and not all of it made headlines. David Pogue reports on some of 2024's best underreported stories.CBS News - 4h -
Tornado outbreak reported in Texas
A series of tornadoes were reported in the Houston area Saturday, as severe weather was pounding Texas with high winds and large hail. Kati Weis has more.CBS News - 17h -
Breaking down what caused the first severe bird flu case in U.S.
A person in Louisiana has contracted the nation's first severe case of bird flu after the virus mutated inside their body, allowing it to more easily infect their upper respiratory system. Dr. ...CBS News - 1d -
Bird flu samples show mutations that may make it easier to spread to people, CDC reports
What is the bird flu pandemic risk? CDC analysis suggests the H5N1 virus has the capacity to mutate in ways that could make it more transmissible to humans.NBC News - 1d -
Bird flu virus in Louisiana patient likely mutated to be more transmissible, CDC says
A genetic analysis of viral samples from a patient in Louisiana hospitalized with the first severe case of bird flu showed mutations that may result in the virus becoming more transmissible among ...The Hill - 2d -
The Bald Eagle Is (Finally) the National Bird of the United States
The bird of brown and white feathers has long represented the United States as a majestic and soaring symbol, but only this week did a law make it official.The New York Times - 2d -
Bird flu virus shows mutations in first severe human infection in US, CDC says
Mutations are rare but have been reported in some cases in other countries and most often in extreme infections. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday its analysis of ...The Guardian - 2d -
Cats can get sick with bird flu. Here's how to protect them
The death of an Oregon house cat from bird flu and a pet food recall are raising questions about how people can protect their petsABC News - 2d -
Oregon house cat died after eating pet food that tested positive for bird flu
Oregon authorities say a house cat died after eating raw frozen pet food that tested positive for bird fluABC News - 2d -
Recall of raw and frozen cat food in Oregon after feline dies of bird flu
Northwest Naturals has told customers to throw out Feline Turkey Recipe pet food after batch tested positive for virus. A voluntary recall of raw and frozen cat food has been issued in Oregon after ...The Guardian - 2d -
Pet food recalled after cat death linked to bird flu contamination
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) alerted cat owners to throw out a brand of frozen food after it tested positive for bird flu. One house cat has already died due to the contamination. “We ...The Hill - 3d -
Popular cat food recalled after death linked to bird flu
Northwest Naturals' Feline Turkey Recipe Raw Frozen Pet Food has been recalled after a cat in Oregon died from bird flu. The product, sold in 12 U.S. states and Canada, has not been linked to any ...CBS News - 3d -
Family tensions can run high over Christmas. Here’s how to make things a little easier | Becca Bland
Approaching disagreements with respect and curiosity can deepen our connections with even difficult relatives. Becca Bland is a journalist and researcher with a specialism in family estrangement ...The Guardian - 3d -
Microsoft Is Forcing Its AI Assistant on People---and Making Them Pay
The tech company has made Copilot part of its 365 subscription service in several markets and raised prices.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Bird flu kills 20 big cats at US animal sanctuary
The animals - including a Bengal tiger, cougars and bobcats - have died of the virus over the past several weeks.BBC News - 3d -
Pet food brand issues recall over bird flu contamination
A voluntary recall was issued for a line of raw and frozen pet food after a cat died of bird flu.CBS News - 3d -
Twenty big cats die of bird flu at sanctuary in Washington state
Bengal tiger, cougars, a lynx and bobcats dead as disease spreads rapidly among US poultry flocks and dairy herds. Twenty big cats, including a Bengal tiger, four cougars, a lynx and four bobcats, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Pet food recalled over bird flu contamination after cat dies
Northwest Naturals voluntarily recalled a batch of raw frozen food after an indoor cat died of bird flu, Oregon officials said.NBC News - 3d -
20 big cats die from bird flu at Washington wildlife sanctuary
Bird flu ripped through a Washington state wildlife sanctuary, killing 20 big cats, the center said in a Facebook post, calling the deaths a "significant loss."NBC News - 3d -
With Biden's signature, bald eagle officially America's bird
President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.CBS News - 4d -
Never Stop Learning. It’s the Most Vital Skill, and It’s Easier Than Ever
The most valuable skill you can work on is the one that allows you to continue to learn new skills.Inc. - 4d -
20 Big Cats Die From Bird Flu at a Washington Sanctuary
More than half of the cats at the sanctuary in Shelton, Wash., died of the virus over the past several weeks.The New York Times - 4d -
Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after being treated for flu
Former President Bill Clinton was discharged from a Washington, D.C., hospital on Tuesday after being treated for the flu.CBS News - 4d -
Biden signs a bill officially making the bald eagle the national bird of the US
President Joe Biden has made it official: The bald eagle is now the national bird of the United StatesABC News - 4d -
Bill Clinton discharged from the hospital after being treated for the flu
Former President Bill Clinton has been discharged from a hospital in Washington after being treated for the flu according to his spokesperson.NBC News - 5d -
Bill Clinton discharged after hospitalization for flu
Former President Clinton was discharged Tuesday morning after being hospitalized a day earlier for flu, according to his spokesperson. “He and his family are deeply grateful for the exceptional ...The Hill - 5d -
Display Option on Smart Glasses Shows How Meta May Succeed Where Google Glass Failed
Meta’s Ray-Ban sunglasses successful partnership adds a breakthrough feature in 2025, which could show us what “future smartphones” might look like, and kick off a new app economy.Inc. - 5d -
Ethics report says Matt Gaetz may have paid for sex, drugs
The House Ethics Committee released its report on former Florida congressman Matt Gaetz which found “substantial evidence” that he engaged in conduct that broke House rules and may have even broken ...NBC News - 5d -
The video games you may have missed in 2024
A returning classic, a Love Island send-up and an answer to the age-old question: can you fry eggs atop Mount Everest? The year’s best games that might have passed you by. • More on the best ...The Guardian - 5d -
Bird flu case reported in Los Angeles after state officials declare emergency
Los Angeles County health officials reported the first human case of bird flu in the area less than a week after a statewide emergency declaration was announced.ABC News - 5d -
New report says Matt Gaetz may have violated laws on prostitution, statutory rape
The House Ethics Committee’s final report on its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., revealed he engaged in conduct that violates House Rules and some that are potentially criminal ...NBC News - 5d -
12:30 Report — Gaetz ethics report released
Plus: Biden’s Christmas gift to death row prisoners {beacon} View Online 12:30 REPORT Happy Christmas week! 🎅❄️🎄Washington, D.C., has totally cleared out since lawmakers passed a government ...The Hill - 6d -
BATMMAAN begins: These may be the dominant stocks for next year
A new acronym has been making the rounds since another potential tech kingmaker — Broadcom — began closing in on the $1 trillion market cap club last week.MarketWatch - 6d -
House Ethics report says Matt Gaetz may have violated state laws on prostitution, statutory rape
The House Ethics Committee released the report summarizing the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who vacated his seat in November.NBC News - 6d