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'It's not unusual': RFK Jr. comments on growing Texas measles outbreak
When questioned about a growing measles outbreak in West Texas that has claimed at least one life, Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told reporters "we have measles outbreaks ...NBC News - 1d -
NY Post challenges RFK Jr. on Texas measles outbreak: 'This vaccine is safe'
The editorial board of the New York Post is urging Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to clarify that the measles vaccine is safe amid a deadly outbreak in Texas. "Go to ...The Hill - 17h -
KFC to Leave Kentucky for Texas
KFC, formerly named Kentucky Fried Chicken, disappointed state leaders when it announced it was moving to Texas.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Texas measles outbreak grows
A measles outbreak that spread in Gaines County, Texas, slammed a Mennonite community and has grown to around 100 cases, according to health officials. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - 2d -
Abortion medication faces RFK Jr. scrutiny
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story How RFK Jr. could restrict abortion medication Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ...The Hill - 10h -
Why the Texas measles outbreak was ‘inevitable’
An outbreak of measles is wreaking havoc in the South Plains region of Texas where nearly 60 children have been confirmed to be infected so far. Physicians in the state say the current situation ...The Hill - 6d -
Texas measles outbreak grows to 124
The measles outbreak in west Texas grew to 124 cases over the weekend, with 18 patients requiring hospitalization, the state’s health department said on Tuesday. The cases increased by 34 since ...The Hill - 2d -
Why Are Tech Titans Investing in Texas?
Apple is just the latest tech company to make big AI and infrastructure commitments in the Lone Star State.Inc. - 2d -
More measles cases reported in Texas
Measles cases in Texas from an outbreak in Gaines County are growing. There are now more than 120 cases confirmed. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - 1d -
RFK Jr. Announces New HHS Guidance Recognizing Only Two Sexes
The new guidance follows President Trump’s demand that the Health and Human Services Department align with his executive order barring transgender athletes from women’s sports.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Top FDA official resigns, warns firings will backfire on RFK Jr.
James Jones resigned as FDA deputy commissioner and said the Trump administration's "indiscriminate" job cuts show "disdain for the very people necessary to implement your agenda."CBS News - Feb. 20 -
RFK Jr. thrusts antidepressants into the spotlight — unnecessarily, advocates say
RFK Jr. plans to investigate SSRI and antidepressant use, particularly among children and teens, as part of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
With RFK Jr. in charge, supplement makers see chance to cash in
The FDA is already limited in policing claims of health benefits by makers of supplements and herbal remedies — a $70 billion industry. Get ready for even less regulation.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Roy Wood Jr. on Trump, unity, personal connection and more
Comedian Roy Wood Jr., host of "Have I Got News For You," joined CBS News to discuss President Trump, his latest comedy special, the state of the world and more.CBS News - 6d -
Eubank Jr slaps Benn with egg at chaotic face-off
Chris Eubank Jr slaps Conor Benn across the face with an egg during a head-to-head at an extraordinary media conference for their fight in Manchester.BBC News - 2d -
RFK Jr. targets childhood psychiatric drugs; doctors push back
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made psychiatric medications a focus of his review of the country’s childhood chronic disease crisis, claiming they’ve been ...The Hill - 1d -
How RFK Jr. could restrict abortion medication access
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suggested that he is open to restricting access to abortion medication, the primary method used for abortions across the U.S. ...The Hill - 23h -
Conor Benn ‘deserved embarrassment’ of egg hit, says Chris Eubank Jr
‘If I had an opportunity to do it again then I would’ Egg hit during Tuesday press conference sparked brawl Chris Eubank Jr said Conor Benn “deserved the embarrassment” of being hit with an egg ...The Guardian - 13h -
Some experts question RFK Jr. calling measles outbreak 'not unusual'
Public health experts are questioning RFK Jr's comments after he said the Texas measles outbreak was "not unusual."ABC News - 9h -
In Texas, 'energy dominance' is the solar industry's new motto
AUSTIN, Texas — Solar energy might be clean, cheap and slow the heating of the planet. But that’s not what the solar industry wants lawmakers to focus on. Instead, solar leaders are at the Texas ...The Hill - 3d -
Eye Opener: Measles outbreak in Texas is largest in decades
A measles outbreak in Texas is the largest to hit the state in decades. Also, President Trump's budget advances after a chaotic vote, and Democrats slam what could be deep cuts. All that and all ...CBS News - 1d -
One death confirmed in Texas measles outbreak
The director of public health in Lubbock, Texas, confirmed that one child has died of measles, the first death related to the disease in the U.S. in a decade. NBC News’ Sam Brock reports on how the ...NBC News - 1d -
Texas reports first death in Measles outbreak
An unvaccinated child in Texas has died from Measles, officials said Wednesday. It's the first reported death in the outbreak impacting the Lone Star State. CBS News' Omar Villafranca and Dr. Jon ...CBS News - 1d -
First measles death in Texas outbreak reported
An unvaccinated child hospitalized with measles has died, the first reported death from the illness amid an outbreak across Texas and New Mexico. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - 1d -
Unvaccinated Child Dies of Measles in Texas Outbreak
At least 124 cases have been reported since late January, mostly among children and teenagers who were unvaccinated or whose vaccination status was unknown.The New York Times - 1d -
Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis Jr. suspended 25 games over drug policy violation
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis, Jr., will miss Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers after the NBA announced he violated the league's anti-drug policy.NBC News - Feb. 20 -
No extension for Vlad Jr., Devers vs. Bregman drama in Boston & can Ohtani parallel park? | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman react to Vladdy not signing an extension in Toronto, 3B drama in Boston, Manfred's latest appearance before the press and play a game of The Good, The Bad, The Uggla.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Is Toronto's gamble with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. a massive mistake? | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is poised to hit free agency next winter. Did the Blue Jays miss their opportunity?Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr. boosts NBA Defensive Player of the Year chances with game-saving block
Jackson blocked Paolo Banchero's leaner as time expired to save the Grizzlies' win over the Magic.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. says he would sign with Yankees in free agency despite old comments: 'It's in the past'
Guerrero previously said he wouldn't sign with the Yankees even when he was 'dead'CBS Sports - 4d -
2025 NFL Draft: First-round prospect Shavon Revel Jr. on schedule to be fully cleared this summer
Revel is considered by many to be a top player in this draft classCBS Sports - 3d -
Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Jr. fight: 'Tank' talking retirement among storylines to watch in New York
The WBA lightweight champion is back in action against a childhood rivalCBS Sports - 2d -
Healthy Returns: HHS Secretary RFK Jr. is making early moves that may affect vaccine access
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is making moves that could affect immunization uptake and policy in the U.S., while Oracle submits a formal application to join TEFCA.CNBC - 2d -
Mel Kiper Jr. makes new Patriots prediction in latest 2025 mock draft
Best player or best fit? The Patriots have a tough choice with the No. 4 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Watch as Chris Eubank Jr. slaps Conor Benn in the face with an egg during kickoff press conference
Things got messy between the boxing rivalsCBS Sports - 2d -
Ohtani's free agency 2.0? Why Vlad Jr.'s free agency is a potentially disastrous situation for the Jays
The Blue Jays know what it will take to keep Vladimir Guerrero Jr. -- and they must pay it.ESPN - 2d -
Why Lamont Roach Jr. is brimming with confidence ahead of Gervonta Davis showdown that matches amateur rivals
Roach believes he has something up his sleeve on Saturday night thanks to the pair's historyCBS Sports - 17h -
Vergil Ortiz Jr. shows interest in fights with Terence Crawford, Sebastian Fundora after breakthrough win
Ortiz earned the interim WBC title at 154 pounds in a victory over Israil Madrimov on SaturdayCBS Sports - 17h -
BBC Verify: Viral Donald Trump Jr audio highly likely AI fake
A clip has been widely shared of Donald Trump Jr allegedly saying on his podcast that the US should have sent arms to Russia.BBC News - 14h -
With RFK Jr. at his side, a measles outbreak could prove 'politically perilous' for Trump
Trump's choice of RFK Jr. to be HHS secretary poses a risk to GOP lawmakers in the midterm elections if measles, bird flu, ebola or another disease rips through the country.NBC News - 13h