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U.S. boosts passenger screening as Marburg and mpox viruses spread
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Rwanda says no community transmission of Marburg virus, with zero new infections in recent days
Rwanda’s health minister said Sunday that an outbreak of the Marburg virus is not spreading in the country, citing the absence of new infections or deaths in the past six days14 hours ago -
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Protesters Say Uber and Lyft Are Still Failing Their Blind Passengers
At a protest in San Francisco, blind Uber and Lyft users claim that the ride-hailing companies aren’t doing enough to prevent drivers from turning them away.18 hours ago -
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Reba McEntire finds a new on-screen family in NBC's 'Happy's Place'
Reba McEntire finds herself behind the bar in her latest return to network TV, making a series that’s a nicely calibrated cocktail of drama and comedy2 days ago -
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"Blue Bloods" actors on show's success, their close-knit on-screen family
As "Blue Bloods" enters its final stretch of new episodes, the Reagan family continues to capture audiences. Star Tom Selleck and the cast discuss the show's lasting impact and the iconic family ...2 days ago -
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Africa's mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Africa's top public health agency says the number of mpox-related deaths in the continent has surpassed 1,000 and warned of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid ...3 days ago -
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Passengers stuck on planes and homes without power
Northern Ireland Electricity restored power to more than 10,000 customers over the course of Sunday.6 hours ago -
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Rwanda says no community transmission of Marburg virus, with zero new infections in recent days
Rwanda’s health minister said Sunday that an outbreak of the Marburg virus is not spreading in the country, citing the absence of new infections or deaths in the past six days14 hours ago -
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Japan "zombie" train spooks passengers ahead of Halloween
A chartered bullet train filled with thrill-seekers descended into a zombie apocalypse just in time for Halloween.Yesterday - Japan -
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Biden gives geothermal a boost
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden administration gives geothermal energy a boost The administration proposed this week to speed up approvals for geothermal ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
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‘You can see the money on screen’: why Hollywood is betting on Gladiator II not being another Folie à Deux
From the 1:1 scale Colosseum to the marauding model rhino, Ridley Scott’s forthcoming sequel screams conspicuous spending – but how bullish is Hollywood feeling, and what do we know about the film ...2 days ago -
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‘Soft landing’ bets push US corporate spreads to lowest in almost 20 years
Fed cuts and robust economy spur ‘tremendous demand’ for US credit2 days ago -
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What is genomic prediction and can embryos really be ‘screened for IQ’?
A startup in the US, Heliospect, appears to be preparing to launch a service to enable parents to select ‘desirable’ traits. US startup charging couples to ‘screen embryos for IQ’ There is ...2 days ago -
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US startup charging couples to ‘screen embryos for IQ’
Heliospect’s services were marketed at up to $50,000 for 100 embryos, undercover footage shows. What is genomic prediction and can embryos really be ‘screened for IQ’? A US startup company is ...2 days ago -
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Being Gronk: How this actor and stunt double plays the NFL legend on screen
Laith Wallschleger looked like a mess.2 days ago - NFL -
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Africa's mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Africa's top public health agency says the number of mpox-related deaths in the continent has surpassed 1,000 and warned of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid ...3 days ago -
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Merck KGaA Shares Jump on Expectations of AI Boost
The German company said booming artificial-intelligence demand would help its electronics sales grow faster than previously expected over the medium term.3 days ago -
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Nigeria's lithium ambition is getting an unexpected boost
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China to boost lending for stalled property projects to $560bn
Beijing is trying to restore confidence in economy amid prolonged real estate slowdown4 days ago - China -
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Amazon announces first Kindle ever with color screen, retailing for $279
Amazon on Wednesday announced a new Kindle e-reader, and for the first time ever it has a color display.4 days ago - Amazon -
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Lufthansa Fined $4 Million for Stopping Jewish Passengers From Boarding Plane
The Transportation Department handed out a record fine after the airline prevented 128 travelers from making a connecting flight in 2022.4 days ago -
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Amazon announces first Kindle ever with color screen, retailing for $279
The company is refreshing its entire e-reader lineup, launching four new Kindle devices.4 days ago - Amazon -
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Whitbread Aims to Boost Profit, Shareholder Returns
The U.K. hotel-and-restaurant company said it forecasts an increase of at least £300 million in profit by fiscal 2030, and to generate more than £2 billion for dividends, share buybacks and ...4 days ago -
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Nut bans unlikely to help allergic air passengers, say specialists
The real danger comes from passengers on previous flights leaving peanut residue on seats, a review says.4 days ago -
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Hong Kong slashes tax on spirits to boost nightlife
Chinese territory’s chief executive John Lee tries to turn around economy amid fall in tourism and consumption4 days ago - Hong Kong -
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Musk gives $75mn boost to Trump’s presidential run
World’s richest man aims to sway outcome of November election with donation4 days ago - Elon Musk -
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US gives Israel 30 days to boost Gaza aid or risk cut to military support
The letter, sent on Sunday, amounts to the strongest known written warning from the US to its ally.5 days ago - Israel -
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Citigroup earnings top estimates, but stock falls as bank boosts loan loss reserves
The bank's third-quarter report was stronger than Wall Street expected but still showed a year-over-year decline in earnings.5 days ago -
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Lufthansa fined $4 million for blocking Jewish passengers from flight
Fine is largest ever issued by U.S. Department of Transportation against an airline for civil rights violations.5 days ago -
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Lufthansa hit with record penalty after barring Jewish passengers
The German airline has agreed to pay $4m to resolve claims it discriminated against Jewish passengers.5 days ago -
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Lufthansa fined $4M over allegations it discriminated against Jewish passengers
The U.S. Department of Transportation fined German airline Lufthansa $4 million for allegedly discriminating against Jewish passengers who were traveling in May 2022, it announced in a release ...5 days ago -
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Lufthansa fined record $4 million for discriminating against Jewish passengers
Germany’s flagship airline has been fined $4 million by the U.S. Department of Transportation over allegations it discriminated against a group of Jewish passengers.5 days ago -
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Mitie boosted by summer UK riot response
Half-year revenues rose 13% after government used outsourcer to provide additional security5 days ago - United Kingdom -
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NJ Transit operator killed, passengers injured after train hits tree
An NJ Transit train operator is dead and nearly two dozen passengers are injured after a train struck a tree on the tracks Monday morning.6 days ago -
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Pilot killed, passenger injured in small plane crash in Savannah, Georgia
A plane crash in Savannah, Georgia, on Sunday left the small aircraft's pilot dead and a passenger injured, officials said.6 days ago -
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Outbreaks of Marburg virus, Mpox and avian flu underscore need for reset of pandemic preparedness, report says
A new report warns world leaders that they are not fully prepared for the next global pandemic.6 days ago -
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Europe searches for scale in race to boost ammunition production
Efforts to supply Ukraine and replenish inventories are hampered by bottlenecks and under-investment, say industry expertsOctober 14
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'You're not my King', Australian senator shouts at Charles during Parliament visit
Senator interrupts ceremony in Australian capital city of Canberra on the second official day of royal engagements .9 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
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JK Rowling turned down House of Lords peerage twice
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