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What to Know About the Newest COVID Booster Shots: Reformulated bivalent COVID boosters which target the XBB.1.5 variant lineage may get sign-off from the FDA ...
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What to Know About the Newest COVID Booster Shots: Reformulated bivalent COVID boosters which target the XBB.1.5 variant lineage may get sign-off from the FDA ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/what-to-know-about-the-2023-covid-booster-shots.html
CDC ‘disease detectives’ study mold infections in COVID patients, more: CDC's EIS conference of "disease detectives" begins today in Atlanta and will cover a ...
ajc.com/news/health-news/cdc-disease-detectives-study-mold-infections-in-covid-patients-more/KJHQJMFWSBBPBLLYG3SBUQOVQY/
Why South Korean pop culture rocks and North Korea’s does not: Dictatorship stifles creativity and joy
economist.com/culture/2024/04/22/why-south-korean-pop-culture-rocks-and-north-koreas-does-not
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Climate change is slowing Earth’s rotation: This simplifies things for the world’s timekeepers
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/24/climate-change-is-slowing-earths-rotation
What to Know About Babesiosis, a Tick-Borne Disease That's on the Rise: Babesiosis is a parasitic illness spread by the same blacklegged ticks that spread Lyme ...
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Quick Glance: Understanding Babesiosis: On the Rise
- Babesiosis is a tick-borne disease that follows Lyme in commonality and is increasing.
- The disease is transmitted by Babesia microti parasites and can lead to anemia and other symptoms.
- While cases are on the rise, they are still rare, but the CDC recommends screening blood donations in specific states as the disease is endemic.
- The spread of babesiosis is linked to various factors, including deer and mice populations aiding tick transmission.
Has Taylor Swift peaked?: The musician is at the height of her commercial, but not her creative, power
economist.com/culture/2024/04/24/has-taylor-swift-peaked
Dairy Cows Transported Between States Must Now Be Tested for Bird Flu: Since a new form of bird flu arrived in 2022, federal officials have sought to reassure ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/health/bird-flu-dairy-cows-testing-usda.html
Why so many Chinese graduates cannot find work: Our number-crunching suggests that their plight could be much worse than previously thought
economist.com/china/2024/04/18/why-so-many-chinese-graduates-cannot-find-work
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Covid Inquiry: Call for examination of disabled people's experience: Peter Livingstone hopes the inquiry will look at how people with disabilities coped in the ...
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FDA Says Milk Is Safe, Even After Tests Show Signs of Bird Flu: Particles of the bird flu virus recently found in dairy cattle have been detected in pasteurized ...
webmd.com/food-recipes/food-poisoning/news/20240424/fda-says-milk-safe-even-after-tests-show-signs-bird-flu
Quick Glance: Key Insights on Bird Flu-Traced Milk Safety
- FDA confirms traces of bird flu in milk, but emphasizes low public risk.
- Although genetic material of the virus was found in milk, tests show no infectious or live form.
- Authorities have not conducted specific studies on bird flu inactivation in cow's milk through pasteurization.
- Experts stress that milk with bird flu traces is safe as long as it is pasteurized and sourced from infected cows.
US CDC warns of harmful reactions to fake Botox injections: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday alerted clinicians about risks ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-cdc-warns-harmful-reactions-fake-botox-injections-2024-04-23/
US birth rate falls to record low after pandemic bump: The U.S. birth rate fell to a record low after seeing a bump during the COVID-19 pandemic ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4621485-us-birth-rate-falls-to-record-low-after-pandemic-bump/
CDC Investigating Illnesses from Potentially Bogus Botox : At least 19 people from nine states have reported serious reactions after receiving botox injections ...
webmd.com/beauty/news/20240416/cm/cdc-investigates-potentially-bogus-botox-injections
What are the obligations of Israel and Hamas to protect civilians?: International Humanitarian Law creates obligations—but contains numerous caveats
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/04/24/what-are-the-obligations-of-israel-and-hamas-to-protect-civilians
Finally, America’s Congress does right by Ukraine: Disaster has been dodged. But the political malaise that delayed the Ukraine funding bill remains
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/20/finally-americas-congress-does-right-by-ukraine
Long Covid blood clues could prompt future trials: The UK's largest study of Covid patients treated in hospital found signs of active inflammation.
bbc.com/news/health-68762171
Don’t be gloomy about Tesla and its EV rivals: The industry has had a terrible few months. But demand is likely to pick up
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/24/dont-be-gloomy-about-tesla-and-its-ev-rivals
Can anyone pull Boeing out of its nosedive?: The American planemaker needs one hell of a pilot
economist.com/business/2024/04/24/can-anyone-pull-boeing-out-of-its-nosedive
Efforts to tackle student protests in America have backfired badly: Police intervention at Columbia has provoked protests at other universities
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/23/efforts-to-tackle-student-protests-in-america-have-backfired-badly
India’s financial system has improved dramatically in the past decade : There is much more change to come
economist.com/special-report/2024/04/22/indias-financial-system-has-improved-dramatically-in-the-past-decade
“We have to make Biden lose”: Arab-Americans are switching to Trump: Anger over Gaza in the swing state of Michigan might cost the president the election
economist.com/1843/2024/04/24/we-have-to-make-biden-lose-arab-americans-are-switching-to-trump
Changes Are Coming to Melatonin Packaging, Industry Group Says: An organization representing dietary supplement makers has advised its members to update ...
webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20240416/changes-coming-melatonin-packaging-industry-group-says
Meet Argentina’s richest man: The boss of Mercado Libre ponders Javier Milei, self-doubt and the dangers of wokery
economist.com/the-americas/2024/04/25/meet-argentinas-richest-man
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America’s latest aid will give Ukraine only a temporary reprieve: The bitterness of the struggle in Washington is a sign of trouble ahead
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/24/congress-has-given-ukraine-a-reprieve-with-its-new-aid-package
Primary schools in Britain are beginning to close : A baby bust is starting to work its way through the system
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/primary-schools-in-britain-are-beginning-to-close
Biden mocks Trump on anniversary of COVID bleach controversy: "Don't inject bleach. And don't vote for the guy who told you to inject bleach ...
axios.com/2024/04/23/trump-covid-biden-disinfectant-bleach
How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/how-russia-targeted-france-and-radicalised-emmanuel-macron
Taking Multiple Medications? You May Need to Scale Back.: Many people in the United States are taking five or more prescription drugs. That can lead to serious ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/well/live/medication-prescription-drug-use.html
Two years of war have impoverished many Ukrainians: The elderly, the displaced and the disabled are the worst affected
economist.com/europe/2024/04/21/two-years-of-war-have-impoverished-many-ukrainians
Congress tells China: sell TikTok or we’ll ban it: Only America’s courts can save the video app now
economist.com/business/2024/04/24/congress-tells-china-sell-tiktok-or-well-ban-it
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Israel should not rush to strike back at Iran: Instead it should try a novel response to Iran’s missile attack: restraint
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/israel-should-not-rush-to-strike-back-at-iran
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Reasons to be cheerful about Generation Z: They are not doomed to be poor and anxious
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/reasons-to-be-cheerful-about-generation-z
Israel responds to Iran’s barrage with a symbolic strike: Both sides have a chance to de-escalate their conflict, at least for now
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/19/israel-responds-to-irans-barrage-with-a-symbolic-strike
How ruthless is Amazon, really? : It is too simplistic to portray business as a battle of might versus right
economist.com/culture/2024/04/25/how-ruthless-is-amazon-really
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India’s difficult business environment is improving : The changes are allowing Indian firms to become more dynamic
economist.com/special-report/2024/04/22/indias-difficult-business-environment-is-improving
Frozen Russian assets will soon pay for Ukraine’s war: And America now hopes to convince others to make better use of the stash
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/frozen-russian-assets-will-soon-pay-for-ukraines-war
How Iran covered up the damage from Israel’s strikes: New images shared with The Economist show how a swap helped calm a crisis
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/24/how-iran-covered-up-the-damage-from-israels-strikes
Can women-only factories help more Indian women into work?: Ola, an electric-scooter manufacturer, is trying to find out
economist.com/asia/2024/04/25/can-women-only-factories-help-more-indian-women-into-work
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The House of Representatives gives Ukraine its best news in a year: $61bn of aid is on the way. It should have an almost instant effect
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/20/the-house-of-representatives-just-gave-ukraine-the-best-news-it-has-had-for-a-year
Rare case presented: Man has Corona for 613 days and dies: In February 2022, a man becomes infected with the coronavirus and remains continuously positive until ...
n-tv.de/wissen/Mann-hat-613-Tage-lang-Corona-und-stirbt-article24888893.html
Trump v Biden: who’s ahead in the latest polls?: The Economist is tracking the race to be America’s next president
economist.com/interactive/us-2024-election/trump-biden-polls
America’s $61bn aid package buys Ukraine time: It must use it wisely
economist.com/briefing/2024/04/25/americas-61bn-aid-package-buys-ukraine-time
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How to get more people into military uniforms: Why mandatory military service makes sense for some countries but not others
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/how-to-get-more-people-into-military-uniforms
CDC Investigating Illnesses from Potentially Bogus Botox : At least 19 people from nine states have reported serious reactions after receiving botox injections ...
webmd.com/beauty/news/20240416/cm/cdc-investigates-potentially-bogus-botox-injections
Why the stockmarket is disappearing: Large companies such as ByteDance, OpenAI and Stripe are staying private
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/why-the-stockmarket-is-disappearing
Think red-hot heat’s bad? Just wait until code magenta.: A new warning tool created by the National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and ...
csmonitor.com/Environment/2024/0423/cdc-weather-extreme-heat-warning
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Does 'zombie deer disease' pose risks for humans?: The deaths of two hunters who ate meat from deer infected with chronic wasting disease has scientists arguing ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/514832/does-zombie-deer-disease-pose-risks-for-humans
Fauci to testify before Congress for the first time since stepping down: Anthony Fauci, former chief medical adviser to President Biden, will testify before the ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4619450-fauci-to-testify-before-congress-for-the-first-time-since-stepping-down/
US births retreat after pandemic-era growth: The number of births in the United States fell by 2% in 2023 from the previous year, driven in part by a marked ...
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Quick Glance: Decline in US Births, Teen Births at Record Low: CDC
- The overall number of births in the United States dropped in 2023 as teenage births reached a record low, according to new provisional federal data published early Thursday.
- Between 2015 and 2020, there was an average decrease in the number of births by 2% per year, including a 4% decline from 2019 to 2020.
- There was a slight increase in births by 1% from 2020 to 2021, and the number remained generally stable from 2021 to 2022, according to the report.
Meningococcal disease on the rise in the US: Meningococcal disease is on the rise in the US. Here from a Mayo Clinic expert about this bacterial infection and ...
newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/meningococcal-disease-on-the-rise-in-the-us/
Generation Z is unprecedentedly rich: Millennials were poorer at this stage in their lives. So were baby-boomers
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/16/generation-z-is-unprecedentedly-rich
Who will lead the LVMH luxury empire?: Bernard Arnault sizes up his heirs apparent
economist.com/business/2024/04/18/who-will-lead-the-lvmh-luxury-empire
Syphilis case increase sparks Colorado public health order: An alarming spike in syphilis cases in Colorado prompted a statewide public health order ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4605205-syphilis-colorado-public-health-order/
Would you really die for your country?: Military conscription is on the agenda in the rich world
economist.com/international/2024/04/17/would-you-really-die-for-your-country
The growing role of fighting robots on the ground in Ukraine: Drones already fill the skies. Now uncrewed vehicles are heading to the front lines
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/04/19/the-growing-role-of-fighting-robots-on-the-ground-in-ukraine
Heart Failure, Not Stroke, Is Most Common Complication of AFib, Study Finds: A new study found that for those who receive a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation ...
healthline.com/health-news/heart-failure-not-stroke-is-most-common-complication-of-afib-study-finds
Chinese firms are expanding in South-East Asia: This new business diaspora is younger, better-educated and ambitious
economist.com/asia/2024/04/25/chinese-firms-are-expanding-in-south-east-asia
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The tiny republic of San Marino is alarmingly friendly to Russia: Intelligence sources are concerned about the country, which is surrounded by Italy
economist.com/europe/2024/04/24/the-tiny-republic-of-san-marino-is-alarmingly-friendly-to-russia
As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
After Dobbs, Americans are turning to permanent contraception: More young women are tying their tubes
economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/19/after-dobbs-americans-are-turning-to-permanent-contraception
CDC describes cases of HIV transmitted via ‘vampire facial’ cosmetic injections: Three women likely got HIV while receiving “vampire facials” at a New Mexico spa ...
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CDC describes cases of HIV transmitted via ‘vampire facial’ cosmetic injections: Three women likely got HIV while receiving “vampire facials” at a New Mexico spa ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-first-known-cases-hiv-cosmetic-injections-rcna149357
What to read to understand Chechnya: Four books and a film that unpack an influential region of Russia
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/16/what-to-read-to-understand-chechnya
How strong is India’s economy?: It isn’t the next China, but it could still transform itself and the world
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/25/how-strong-is-indias-economy
Memorable images make time pass more slowly: The effect could give our brains longer to process information
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/24/memorable-images-make-time-pass-more-slowly
Could U.S. Measles Cases Break a Record This Year? What to Know: Within the first 3 months of 2024, the U.S. surpassed the total number of measles cases recorded ...
webmd.com/children/news/20240412/us-measles-cases-record-what-to-know
Quick Glance: Measles Resurgence: Key Updates for Your Practice
- Measles have returned to the US, primarily due to declining vaccination rates and increased international travel.
- The disease is highly contagious, affecting areas with low vaccination coverage, even in states with high rates.
- Vaccination rates among kindergarteners have decreased, raising concerns about increased susceptibility to outbreaks.
- Emphasis is placed on combating misinformation about vaccines and improving public understanding of the severe risks posed by measles compared to the minimal risks of vaccination.
Ukraine is ignoring US warnings to end drone operations inside Russia: Its superdrones can reach targets as far away as Siberia
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/ukraine-is-ignoring-us-warnings-to-end-drone-operations-inside-russia
Will war snuff out the Gulf’s global business ambitions?: Companies far and wide are feeling the effects of the conflict
economist.com/business/2024/04/25/will-war-snuff-out-the-gulfs-global-business-ambitions
China's drugmakers can't sell mRNA shots but haven't quit yet: China's vaccine developers stuck with unused mRNA COVID shots and idle manufacturing plants are ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/chinas-drugmakers-cant-sell-mrna-shots-havent-quit-yet-2024-04-19/
Without fanfare, the Philippines is getting richer: And its economy is unusually well-defended against American politics
economist.com/asia/2024/04/23/without-fanfare-the-philippines-is-getting-richer
China’s ties with Russia are growing more solid: Our columnist visits a future Russian outpost in China’s most advanced spaceport
economist.com/china/2024/04/25/chinas-ties-with-russia-are-growing-more-solid
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A conservative strategist on how Joe Biden can win: Sarah Longwell says “double-haters” will decide the election
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/23/a-conservative-strategist-on-how-joe-biden-can-win
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
Possible measles exposure at Indiana children's museum during total eclipse event, officials say
abcnews.go.com/US/possible-measles-exposure-indiana-childrens-museum-total-eclipse-event/story
What to read about India’s economy: Can it emulate China’s past manufacturing success—and should it even try?
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/22/what-to-read-about-indias-economy
The Supreme Court seems divided over Donald Trump’s immunity : Whether Mr Trump stands trial for trying to steal the 2020 election may come down to one justice
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/25/the-supreme-court-seems-divided-over-donald-trumps-immunity
The dark side of growing old: A coming wave of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia will test China to its limits
economist.com/china/2024/04/18/the-dark-side-of-growing-old
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COVID vaccines not linked to cardiac death in young people: CDC study: A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study has found that mRNA vaccines for ...
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Measles cases are up sharply in 2024. Here’s what’s driving the increase — and why it’s such a big deal
richmond.com/news/nation-world/science/measles-cdc-outbreak-chicago-mmr-vaccine/article_6089a65b-de31-5b0a-bd52-6f1cb787f957.html
Quick Glance: CDC warns of looming measles outbreak in the US
- A report from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant decline in measles immunization since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in a record high of almost 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
- With the increase in cases that could jeopardize the virus's eliminated status in the U.S., the CDC is calling for measures to boost measles immunization.
- So far, 113 measles cases have been confirmed since 2020, compared to 58 cases detected last year. The majority of measles patients since 2020 have not been vaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
- Experts express concerns that the rise in measles cases in the U.S. may signal a troubling trend. The CDC emphasizes the need to increase routine MMR vaccination coverage to maintain elimination.
What happens if Ukraine loses?: Russian victory would be debilitating for the West, and especially for Europe
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/what-happens-if-ukraine-loses
Why is so much of the internet’s infrastructure run by volunteers?: Malware smuggled into XZ Utils software highlights a bigger problem
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/04/23/why-is-so-much-of-the-internets-infrastructure-run-by-volunteers
Truth Social is a mind-bending win for Donald Trump: And disturbing evidence of how he destabilises reality for Americans
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/18/truth-social-is-a-mind-bending-win-for-donald-trump
What to read about the history of California: Five books that help explain the power and problems of the Golden State
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/25/what-to-read-about-the-history-of-california
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