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Carbon monoxide poisoning ruled out in death of Gene Hackman and wife, police say
Investigators say ‘good assumption’ actor died on 17 February while autopsies reveal no external trauma. ‘The greatest’: Hollywood pays tribute to Gene Hackman Authorities have ruled out that ...The Guardian - 5d -
Family speaks out after teens die of apparent carbon monoxide poisoning
A day after two teens died in what appears to be a case of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning, the family of one of the victims is speaking out.NBC News - 2d -
Carbon monoxide poisoning kills hundreds each year. Here's how to stay safe.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that takes hundreds of lives each year, and makes even more people sick.CBS News - Feb. 27 -
Detroit mother gifted home after 2 children die from sleeping in van during frigid weather
A Detroit mother whose two children died from possible exposure to the cold this month while the family was living in a van has been given a new home days after her son and daughter were laid to rest.NBC News - 6d -
Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa tested negative for carbon monoxide, officials say
Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, tested negative for carbon monoxide poisoning officials said Friday as they continue to investigate what caused the couple's deaths.NBC News - 5d -
Gene Hackman and his wife test negative for carbon monoxide
Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, tested negative for carbon monoxide poisoning, officials said as they continue to investigate the couple's death. NBC’s Liz Kreutz reports for Saturday TODAY.NBC News - 5d -
'No significant findings' of carbon monoxide or gas leak in Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's home
The deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife remain a mystery as authorities confirm there were "no significant findings" of carbon monoxide or gas leaks at their New Mexico home.NBC News - 1d -
USAID official placed on leave after saying barriers to lifesaving programs will cause 'preventable death'
An official at the federal foreign aid agency targeted by the Trump administration with layoffs, cuts and funding obstacles was placed on leave Sunday after saying those moves will lead to ...NBC News - 3d -
Watch: Children evacuate from Gaza for medical treatment
The first of an estimated 2,000 Gazan children needing medical treatment arrive in Jordan.BBC News - 1d -
Cause of death of missing sisters was drowning
Henrietta and Eliza Huszti - both 32 and from a set of triplets - disappeared in Aberdeen in January.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Did Utah mom charged in husband's death poison him with a cocktail?
A medical examiner ruled Eric Richins, a Utah father of three, died of a lethal dose of fentanyl. His wife Kouri was charged in his death.CBS News - 4d -
Ministers ignored evidence of farm animals poisoned by lead, experts say
Government accused of failing to ‘get to grips’ with cases showing impact on livestock reared near abandoned mines in EnglandFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
KCAL journalist Chauncy Glover's cause of death revealed, ruled an accident
Chauncy Glover died accidentally after a mix of the chemical chlorethane and methamphetamine were found in the KCAL anchor's system, the medical examiner says.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19 -
Michelle Trachtenberg’s cause of death undetermined as family declines autopsy
Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor, 39, died this week after being found unresponsive at her apartment. Michelle Trachtenberg’s natural talent shone in everything from Harriet the Spy ...The Guardian - 6d -
Cause of death remains mystery after Gene Hackman, wife found dead
Authorities in New Mexico are expected to provide an update on the investigation into the death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa.CBS News - 6d -
Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death undetermined, family objects to autopsy
Michelle Trachetenberg's cause and manner of death will remain undetermined after her family objected to having an autopsy conducted on her body.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Van Hollen says Trump's approach to Ukraine and Russia is "terrible negotiating"
Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland faulted President Trump for undermining Ukraine in any eventual peace talks with Russia, saying that taking several Ukrainian demands off the table is ...CBS News - Feb. 23 -
6 babies have frozen to death in Gaza as displaced people shelter in tents: Medics
Palestinian medics say at least six infants have died from hypothermia in the last two weeks in the Gaza StripABC News - Feb. 25 -
‘There’s something wrong about it’: Santa Fe abuzz as residents wonder what caused Gene Hackman’s death
New Mexico town shocked by deaths of actor, wife and dog – but answers to critical questions may take time to emerge. As New Mexico authorities investigate the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, ...The Guardian - 5d -
Pope Francis' medical team says he is not out of danger yet
Pope Francis' medical team provided a health update as he battles pneumonia in both lungs. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Seth Doane reports.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Media caused us lasting damage, say Liam Payne's family
The star's family says speculation over his death last year caused 'indescribable, lasting damage'.BBC News - 4d -
Treasury Secretary Bessent says Trump tariffs won't cause inflation to increase
The Treasury secretary's comments come just two days before the tariffs are scheduled to go into effect.CNBC - 4d -
Hamas killed Bibas children 'with bare hands,' Israeli army says
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Record number of children died crossing Channel last year, says UN
Data from UN agency’s Missing Migrants Project should serve as ‘wake-up call’, say officials. A record number of children died in the Channel last year according to UN data shared with the Guardian ...The Guardian - Feb. 25 -
Met did not try to find missing children, report says
The Met has improved how it tackles child exploitation but more needs to be done, a report says.BBC News - Feb. 26 -
Children with disabilities swept up in DEI fight, advocates say
Children with disabilities are getting swept up in the Trump administration's crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and its push to end the Education Department, advocates say. So ...The Hill - 6d -
Children as young as 1 raped during Sudan's civil war, U.N. says
Children as young as 1 are being raped and sexually assaulted by armed forces in Sudan, according to a new report by UNICEF.NBC News - 2d -
Hundreds of Children Are Among the Rape Victims of Sudan’s War, U.N. Says
A report issued by UNICEF investigators described horrific abuses, affecting children as young as 1 year old, in the civil war in Sudan.The New York Times - 22h -
Children Were Forced to Torture Sam Nordquist, Prosecutors Say
Seven people are now charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Mr. Nordquist, a transgender man whose killing has drawn national attention.The New York Times - 18h -
Apple says a bug caused iPhone voice-to-text feature to write 'Trump' when a user says 'racist'
Apple said it is working on repairing a glitch after some iPhone users noticed that speaking the word “racist” into the voice-to-text feature causes it to write “Trump” before quickly switching to ...NBC News - Feb. 25 -
‘America is going down’: China can capitalise on damage caused by Trump, former PLA colonel says
Exclusive: Zhou Bo says harm done to US image may make Taiwanese reconsider their attitude towards Beijing but says he sees Trump as overall being ‘rather friendly’. The damage caused by Donald ...The Guardian - 4d -
Jordan Travis' agent says Jets tried to rush QB's rehab from ankle injury, caused a setback
Travis missed his entire rookie season after suffering a gruesome injury in collegeCBS Sports - 4d -
Trump's Mexico, Canada tariffs are 'clearly' going to cause inflation, says shipping giant Maersk
There will 'clearly' be an inflationary impact from President Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, according to shipping giant Maersk.CNBC - 1d -
Bodybuilder dies at 20 after heart attack caused by severe dehydration, family says
Bodybuilder Jodi Vance died last week after her heart gave out, according to a statement from her family and loved ones.NBC News - 1d -
Judge Says Trump Can’t Fire Chair of Federal Workers Board Without Cause
Cathy Harris had sued to block her dismissal from the panel that handles government employee disputes. Employees swept up in the Trump administration’s mass firings have appealed to the board.The New York Times - 1d -
Lost Causes
When we lose things, it’s tempting to think we need to keep better track of them, to hold on to stuff more tightly. What if the opposite is true?The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
French surgeon accused of abusing 299 patients, mostly children, says he did ‘hideous things’
Joël Le Scouarnec tells court on first day of trial he will take responsibility for his actions. A 74-year-old surgeon accused of abusing 299 people, most of them children, while they were ...The Guardian - Feb. 24
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