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Two people in US hospitalized with bird flu, CDC reports
Wyoming woman still in hospital while Ohio man released after facing ‘respiratory and non-respiratory symptoms’. Two people, in Wyoming and Ohio , have been hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu , ...The Guardian - 3d -
The US May Start Vaccinating Chickens Against Bird Flu
With egg prices soaring, the US is considering vaccinating laying chickens, which have been hit particularly hard by the avian influenza outbreak.Wired - 17h -
US personnel office walks back email ultimatum from Musk to workers
OPM says failure to respond to email will not be considered resignation but Trump ally digs in and threatens job losses. The US government’s human resources office has walked back an ultimatum ...The Guardian - 3d -
Bird flu ravaged this farmer’s chickens. Here’s his plan to lower egg prices.
The U.S. needs to make sure USDA has enough staff to conduct research, monitor outbreaks and support farmers.MarketWatch - 1d -
Second US company recalls pet food as bird flu spreads to cats through tainted meat
Cats in two states tested positive after eating raw food from Wild Coast Raw, which issued voluntary recall. As the bird flu outbreak continues gaining force in the US, a second company selling ...The Guardian - 2h -
Stop criticising Trump and sign $500bn mineral deal, US official advises Kyiv
National security adviser says Ukraine is wrong to push back against Trump’s approach to peace talks with Russia. White House officials have told Ukraine to stop badmouthing Donald Trump and to ...The Guardian - Feb. 20 -
Is Bird Flu the Only Reason Egg Prices Are Soaring?
The nation’s biggest egg producer has seen rising revenues and profits. Now some Democrats are calling for an investigation into pricing practices in the industry.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump walks back Zelenskyy "dictator" comments
President Trump on Thursday appeared to walk back comments he made about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy being a "dictator." During an Oval Office meeting with U.K. Prime Minister Starmer, ...CBS News - 14h -
Agriculture Department tries to rehire fired workers tied to bird flu response
The Agriculture Department is scrambling to rehire several workers it fired as part of President Donald Trump’s broad cuts because they were involved in the government’s response to the ongoing ...ABC News - Feb. 19 -
Denny's slaps surcharge on eggs as bird flu drives up prices
The company said the size of the surcharge will vary across locations and markets.CNBC - 3d -
HHS weighs rescinding Moderna bird flu vaccine contract
The Trump administration confirmed it is reevaluating a $590 million human bird flu vaccine contract awarded to Moderna in the waning days of the Biden administration. “While it is crucial that ...The Hill - 18h -
Here’s why the U.S. is not working to vaccinate birds against avian flu
More than 160 million birds have been culled during the bird-flu outbreak that started in 2022. So why is the U.S. not vaccinating chickens?MarketWatch - 1h -
Dairy Workers May Have Passed Bird Flu to Pet Cats, CDC Study Suggests
But the study, whose publication was delayed by a pause in public communications by the agency, leaves key questions unanswered.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Alarm as bird flu now ‘endemic in cows’ while Trump cuts staff and funding
Experts say current US outbreak is unlikely to end without intervention with further mutation of virus likely. A newer variant of H5N1 bird flu has spilled over into dairy cows separately in ...The Guardian - 6d -
U.S. will spend up to $1 billion to combat bird flu, USDA secretary says
The U.S. will invest up to $1 billion to combat the spread of bird flu, including increasing imports of eggs, agriculture secretary Brooke Rollins said.NBC News - 1d -
Washington state warning pet owners after bird flu confirmed in 2 indoor cats
Washington state officials are warning pet owners that two domesticated indoor cats have become infected with the bird flu after consuming potentially contaminated pet food. The Washington State ...The Hill - 21h -
Moderna’s stock stumbles on report HHS is reviewing $590 million award for bird-flu vaccine
The Trump administration is reviewing a contract extended to Moderna in the final days of the Biden administration.MarketWatch - 21h -
Worker Strike Forces California Lab to Send Bird Flu Tests Out of State
Striking are workers from the California Animal Health and Food Safety Lab.Inc. - 15h -
Dozens of dead birds found on Long Island beach believed to have died from avian flu
A Long Island beachside community in Suffolk County is worried about dozens of dead birds that have washed up on the shore and been found in backyards, especially because officials believe the ...NBC News - 5h -
Dead birds found on New York beach believed to have died from avian flu
At least 20 dead birds found on a small beach in East Patchogue, New York, are now being tested for avian flu, sparking concerns in the community. WNBC’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.NBC News - 5h -
John Oliver has no plans to stop poking fun at his adopted homeland
John Oliver has been unleashing his searing, satirical take on the U.S., his adopted homeland, for years. The comedian plans to continue for "as long as America has systemic problems."CBS News - 4d -
Ukraine official says minerals deal agreed with US
Donald Trump says the deal would give Ukraine "the right to fight on" in its war with Russia.BBC News - 2d -
Waltz insists Zelesnkyy will sign Russia war deal as Trump appears to walk back comments
National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is adamant that Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will sign a deal to end the war with Russia. This comes as President Trump appears to walk back comments ...CBS News - 6d -
If You’re Using One of These 8 Ways to Deliver Feedback, Stop Now
Honest assessments of employee projects and overall performance are crucial. Our columnist describes common ways they can go wrong and offers suggestions for maximizing the effectiveness of clear ...Inc. - 4d -
Christianity in US stops decline after years of losses: Pew
The decline in the number of Americans who identify as Christian appears to be slowing down after years of losses, according to a Pew Research Center survey published Wednesday. The expansive ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump officials prepare plans to revive Title 42 policy to expel migrants
The Trump administration has prepared plans to implement a policy that would allow U.S. officials to swiftly expel migrants on the grounds that they could spread diseases.CBS News - 5d -
Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants
Also, archaeologists found a pharaoh’s tomb. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.The New York Times - 6d -
Football fraudster back in prison after US arrest
The former footballer fled the UK after he was released from prison on licence, Derbyshire Police said.BBC News - 3d -
How the Tate brothers won US backing for their release
‘Manosphere’ links with Trump’s circle preceded push for Romania to lift travel banFinancial Times - 18h -
Trump Appears to Back Away From His Gaza Plan
Earlier this month, the president said he favored taking control of Gaza and displacing the Palestinian population of the devastated seaside enclave. But Egypt and Jordan flatly rejected cooperating.The New York Times - 6d -
BP’s going back to petroleum as it plans more oil spending and production
Embattled oil major BP on Wednesday unveiled what it billed as a strategic reset, planning to increase oil and gas investment while reducing outlays for greener fuels.MarketWatch - 2d -
Senate Republicans 'aren't going to rubber stamp' Trump-backed budget plan
NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Melanie Zanona joins Meet the Press NOW to report on the House’s adoption of a budget plan aimed at advancing President Trump’s agenda.NBC News - 1d -
Senate GOP to vote on its plan for Trump's agenda despite Trump backing House plan
Senate Republicans plowing ahead with their efforts to advance the first stage of their two-part package to pay for Trump's agenda despite Trump backing the House’s plan.ABC News - Feb. 20 -
Senate adopts GOP budget plan in "vote-a-rama," despite Trump backing competing House plan
The Senate has adopted a slimmed-down GOP budget proposal focusing on defense, border security, and energy priorities, despite President Trump's earlier backing of a competing plan put forward by ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
A swarm of underwater drones can help artificial reefs off Cyprus bring back sea life, officials say
Officials say a first-of-its-kind project will use a swarm of small, independent submersibles to monitor, protect and provide data on offshore artificial reefs whose purpose is to attract new ...ABC News - 3d
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