While the timing of this
detection is a bit sooner than
we anticipated, we have been
preparing for a resurgence
of the avian influenza we
dealt with this spring, Dr. Shauna Voss, Minnesota Board of Animal
Health senior veterinarian, via ABC.
Highly pathogenic avian
influenza (HPAI) is here
and biosecurity is the first line
of defense to protect your birds, Dr. Shauna Voss, Minnesota Board of Animal
Health senior veterinarian, via ABC.
The Oscars Will Not Have a Red Carpet , for the First Time Since 1961.
ABC News reports that the Academy Awards have had a red carpet for over six decades.
But this year, the Oscars will put out a champagne-colored carpet for stars to walk down.
But this year, the Oscars will put out a champagne-colored carpet for stars to walk down.
'Vogue' contributor Lisa Love and Met Gala creative director Raúl Àvila are the ones who implemented the change.
'Vogue' contributor Lisa Love and Met Gala creative director Raúl Àvila are the ones who implemented the change.
Jimmy Kimmel, host of the 95th Oscars, commented on the new carpet color.
I think the decision to go with a champagne carpet over a red carpet shows how confident we are that no blood will be shed, Jimmy Kimmel, via statement.
ABC News reports that the carpet will be covered to not only protect from weather, but to also portray the elegance of an evening event.
ABC News reports that the carpet will be covered to not only protect from weather, but to also portray the elegance of an evening event.
We turned a day event into night. It’s evening, even though it’s still 3:00, Lisa Love, creative consultant, to Associated Press.
Originally, Love and Àvila chose a different color, but it didn't get everyone's approval,
so they went with the champagne color.
We chose this beautiful sienna, saffron color that evokes the sunset, because this is the sunset before the golden hour. , Lisa Love, creative consultant, to Associated Press.
Somebody’s always got a way to find something wrong with something.
This is just a lightness and hopefully people like it. It doesn’t mean
that it’s always going to be a
champagne-colored carpet, Lisa Love, creative consultant, to Associated Press.
Somebody’s always got a way to find something wrong with something.
This is just a lightness and hopefully people like it. It doesn’t mean
that it’s always going to be a
champagne-colored carpet, Lisa Love, creative consultant, to Associated Press.
The Academy Awards' "red carpet" event starts at 3:30 p.m. ET on March 12.
The Academy Awards' "red carpet" event starts at 3:30 p.m. ET on March 12.
The show begins at 8 p.m. ET
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2 More Eyedrop Brands , Have Been Recalled.
ABC News reports that the FDA has posted recall notices for eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex.
ABC News reports that the FDA has posted recall notices for eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex.
Pharmedica said it is recalling
Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops for issues
"that could result in blindness.".
The OTC eyedrops are intended
to soothe eye irritation.
That recall affects
approximately 2,900 bottles.
Apotex recalled Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution 0.15%.
The eyedrops treat a form of glaucoma.
No injuries have been reported, but the recall was issued after cracks were found in several caps.
The two recalls come after
EzriCare Artificial Tears were recalled last month.
In that instance, five people suffered permanent vision loss and one person died
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Ford , Boosts Production Amid , Auto Industry Rebound.
ABC News reports that Ford plans to increase production on six of its cars in 2023 amid an auto
industry rebound from sluggish 2022 sales.
On March 3, the automaker announced
that half of those production increases
are for Ford's electric vehicles. .
Traditional models to see increased
production include the Mustang Mach-E,
Bronco Sport SUV and Maverick small pickup. .
Electric models include the F-150 Lightning electric
pickup and both the gas and electric versions
of the Transit and E-Transit full-size vans.
Electric models include the F-150 Lightning electric
pickup and both the gas and electric versions
of the Transit and E-Transit full-size vans.
Last year, Ford announced that it would add
a third shift and 1,100 jobs to its plant in
Claycomo, Missouri, outside of Kansas City.
In Dearborn, Michigan, Ford added
another 3,200 jobs related to
manufacturing the F-150 Lightning. .
According to spokesman Said Deep, Ford will also add
an unspecified number of jobs to increase production
of the Mach-E in Cuautitlan and Hermosillo, Mexico.
ABC reports that the auto industry has seen low sales
for over two years, largely caused by
a computer chip shortage amid the COVID pandemic.
As the chip shortage begins to ease,
automakers like Ford are beginning to step up
production and bolster supplies in dealer lots.
The industry is
on its track back, Jeff Schuster, executive vice president of
automotive for LMC and Global Data, via ABC
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Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino , Bottles Recalled.
Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino , Bottles Recalled.
ABC News reports that over
25,000 cases of the beverage have been recalled for possibly containing glass.
A representative for PepsiCo, which sells the drinks, issued a statement on behalf of the North American Coffee Partnership.
The impacted products have best buy dates of March 8, 2023; May 29, 2023; June 4, 2023; and June 10, 2023 and were distributed across the United States, PepsiCo representative, via statement.
The removal of these products from the marketplace is currently underway. The products are not sold at Starbucks retail locations, PepsiCo representative, via statement.
While the PepsiCo representative did not divulge why the product was being recalled.
the FDA confirmed it was because of
"foreign objects (glass)" in the bottles.
The PepsiCo representative went on
to talk about the company's commitment
to a quality consumer experience.
The North American Coffee Partnership is committed to a high level of quality in the products we serve. , PepsiCo representative, via statement.
Delivering a quality experience to our consumers is our top priority and we always act with an abundance of caution whenever a potential concern is raised, PepsiCo representative, via statement.
If a consumer has purchased a product and has questions or concerns, they can call Consumer Relations at 1-800-211-8307, PepsiCo representative, via statement
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Ford Halts Production of Electric F-150 , After Battery Fire.
Ford Halts Production of Electric F-150 , After Battery Fire.
ABC News reports that production and shipments of the F-150 Lightning at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, MI, have been suspended for at least a week.
ABC News reports that production and shipments of the F-150 Lightning at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, MI, have been suspended for at least a week.
The suspension is the result of a battery catching fire during a routine quality check.
By the end of next week, we expect to conclude our investigation and apply what we learn to the truck's
battery production processes.
This could take a few weeks, Emma Bergg, Ford spokesperson, via statement.
In a statement on Feb. 15, Ford said F-150s already in use by customers are not likely affected by the issue.
In a statement on Feb. 15, Ford said F-150s already in use by customers are not likely affected by the issue.
The batteries are currently supplied
by Korean company SK Innovation.
But it was recently announced that Ford will partner with Chinese company CATL to build an EV battery plant in Marshall, Michigan. .
Manufacturing these new batteries in America will help us build more EVs faster and will ultimately make them more affordable for our customers, Bill Ford, executive chair of Ford Motor Company, via statement.
ABC News reports that Ford sold over
15,000 electric F-150s last year.
ABC News reports that Ford sold over
15,000 electric F-150s last year.
The company says it currently has a backlog of about 200,000 F-150 Lightning reservations.
The company says it currently has a backlog of about 200,000 F-150 Lightning reservations.
The current production suspension
will set the company back
when it comes to fulfilling those orders.
The current production suspension
will set the company back
when it comes to fulfilling those orders
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Minnesota Power Plant, Leak Occurred in November, , Public Made Aware in March.
On March 16, regulators in Minnesota said
they were monitoring the cleanup of a leak
of 400,000 gallons of radioactive water.
NBC reports that Xcel Energy's
Monticello nuclear power plant said
that there was no danger to public health.
Xcel Energy took swift action
to contain the leak to the plant site,
which poses no health and safety
risk to the local community
or the environment, Xcel Energy, via statement.
According to NBC, while the leak was reported
to federal authorities in late November,
the public was not notified until March 16.
State officials claim they
waited to notify the public while
they gathered more information.
We knew there was a presence
of tritium in one monitoring well,
however Xcel had not yet identified
the source of the leak and its location, Michael Rafferty, Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency spokesman, via NBC.
Now that we have all the information
about where the leak occurred, how
much was released into groundwater,
and that contaminated groundwater
had moved beyond the original location,
we are sharing this information, Michael Rafferty, Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency spokesman, via NBC.
Xcel, which notified the state of the leak on November 22,
said they have been pumping groundwater, while
also storing and processing contaminated water. .
Ongoing monitoring from over two dozen
on-site monitoring wells confirms that
the leaked water is fully contained on-site
and has not been detected beyond
the facility or in any local drinking water, Xcel Energy, via statement.
According to the company, the water
being stored and processed contains
tritium levels below federal limits
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Over 1,000 Flights Canceled , as Winter Storm Hits United States.
CNN reports that by 8:40 a.m. ET on Feb. 22,
1,004 flights to and from America had been canceled.
According to FlightAware, a flight tracking site, Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and Denver International Airport had the most issues.
Other airports that were affected include Chicago O'Hare International Airport,
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Southwest Airlines had
over 230 flights canceled.
Southwest Airlines had
over 230 flights canceled.
Delta Air Lines and SkyWest
each canceled about 200 flights.
Delta Air Lines and SkyWest
each canceled about 200 flights.
The canceled flights come after 29 states issued winter weather alerts.
Severe cold, ice and sleet are expected
amid the three-day storm.
CNN reports that Minneapolis, MN, could accumulate at least 15 inches of snow.
The National Weather Service warns that the storm
“will bring widespread accumulating snow, with blowing
and drifting snow mainly Wednesday through Thursday.”
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T-Mobile Experiences , Service Outages Across US.
T-Mobile Experiences , Service Outages Across US.
According to Associated Press, T-Mobile customers reported widespread outages late on Feb. 13.
According to Associated Press, T-Mobile customers reported widespread outages late on Feb. 13.
Many customers took to Twitter to say that their service had been put in "SOS mode"
and they could only make emergency calls.
T-Mobile President of Technology Neville Ray took
to Twitter to address the outage on Feb. 14.
We have seen significant improvement and are operating at near normal levels. , Neville Ray, T-Mobile President of Technology, via Twitter.
Our teams continue to monitor and we greatly appreciate everyone’s patience. We apologize for any impacts this issue may have had for our customers, Neville Ray, T-Mobile President of Technology, via Twitter.
AP reports that T-Mobile has yet to provide more details regarding the cause or extent of the issue.
According to Downdetector.com, there were over 69,000 outages reported within a two-hour span.
Users appear to have been affected in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida.
Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, North Carolina.
Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas and Washington.
Service appears to have now been restored
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Biden Administration , Facing Dilemma Over, Large Alaska Oil Project .
Biden Administration , Facing Dilemma Over, Large Alaska Oil Project .
'The Independent' reports that
the Biden administration is considering
approval of a major oil project in Alaska. .
According to supporters of the oil project on Alaska's
petroleum-rich North Slope, approval would provide
an economic lifeline for Indigenous communities. .
Meanwhile, opposition to the project, including
environmentalists, claim that the project would
undermine President Joe Biden's avowed climate goals.
Meanwhile, opposition to the project, including
environmentalists, claim that the project would
undermine President Joe Biden's avowed climate goals.
A decision on ConocoPhillips
Alaska's Willow project is reportedly
expected as early as March.
A decision on ConocoPhillips
Alaska's Willow project is reportedly
expected as early as March.
According to the company, the project could
produce up to 180,000 barrels of oil per day from
the federal oil reserve roughly the size of Indiana.
Alaska Republican Senator Dan Sullivan said
the development of the Willow project could be , “one of the biggest, most important resource
development projects in our state’s history.”.
Currently, an average of about
499,700 barrels of oil flow through
the trans-Alaska pipeline every day. .
At its peak in the late-1980s,
the pipeline carried approximately
2.1 million barrels a day.
'The Independent' reports that the number of new
drilling permits issued to companies with federal
leases spiked during Biden's first year in office.
At the time, officials said they were working through
a backlog of applications from the Trump administration,
however, environmentalists claim Biden has done too little. .
At the time, officials said they were working through
a backlog of applications from the Trump administration,
however, environmentalists claim Biden has done too little.
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Around 300 documents with classified markings have been discovered in former US Vice-President Mike Pence's Indiana home, but his lawyer says Mr Pence was unaware of the fact
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Classified Documents , Found at Mike Pence’s Home.
Associated Press reports that classified documents were found in the former vice president's home in Indiana last week.
Pence's lawyer made the discovery known
to the National Archives via a letter. .
[The records] appear to be a small number of documents bearing classified markings that were inadvertently boxed and transported to the personal home of the former vice president at the end of the last administration, Greg Jacob, Mike Pence's lawyer, via letter to the National Archives.
Pence's lawyer, Greg Jacob, contends that Pence "was unaware of the existence of sensitive or classified documents at his personal residence.".
His lawyer also said that Pence sought outside counsel once he discovered the documents were in a locked safe at his home.
[Pence] understands the high importance of protecting sensitive and classified information and stands ready and willing to cooperate fully with the National Archives and
any appropriate inquiry, Greg Jacob, Mike Pence's lawyer, via letter to the National Archives.
FBI agents have since
collected the documents.
AP reports that in August, Pence said
he didn't take any classified documents
home with him after his time in office.
The Justice Department is currently using special
counsels to also look into classified documents
found at the homes of former President
Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden. .
The Justice Department is currently using special
counsels to also look into classified documents
found at the homes of former President
Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden.
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Gwyneth Paltrow Caused
Utah Skiing Accident, , Witness Testifies.
NBC News reports that Paltrow is accused of crashing into Terry Sanderson and injuring him at Deer Valley Resort in Utah in 2016.
The actress appeared in court on
March 21 for the first day of the trial.
Sanderson alleges that Paltrow caused him "to suffer a concussion, brain injury and four broken ribs.".
He is seeking $300,000, though he
previously wanted $3.1 million.
Paltrow denies Sanderson's claims
and is countersuing him for $1.
A sole eyewitness, Craig Ramon, has corroborated Sanderson's allegations.
We were skiing down the run,
and I heard this, this scream, and I looked over, and about one or two seconds ... I hear this scream,
and I see this skier slam
into the back of Terry, Craig Ramon, crash witness, via NBC News.
However, Paltrow's attorney found discrepancies between Ramon's previous statements and testimony.
Each party had entirely different stories regarding what happened before,
during and after the crash. .
NBC News reports that
Sanderson, 76, also has dementia.
Medical professionals and
Paltrow's children will testify next
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Actress Gwyneth Paltrow and serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer are two names you probably never thought you would hear in the same sentence. Well, that all changed.. TMZ.com
American actress Gwyneth Paltrow appeared in court in Utah on Tuesday for the start of a civil trial over claims she seriously injured a man in a skiing accident in 2016.
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The 10 Most Expensive , US States to Retire In .
CNBC reports that WalletHub compared
the affordability, quality of life and
health care of all 50 states.
It found that these 10 states are the
most expensive to currently retire in.
10. , Oregon.
9. , Illinois.
8. , Maine.
7. , Connecticut.
6. , Washington.
5. , Maryland.
4. , Massachusetts.
3. , Vermont.
2. , New Jersey.
1. , New York.
According to Alan Castel, author of
'Better with Age: The Psychology of Successful Aging,'
if you expect to have a fixed income in
retirement, there are a few things you should consider.
Sometimes our spending habits need to be re-evaluated, and many senior discounts can be utilized to lower bills. It may also be useful to consider downsizing or minimizing certain costs that are no longer needed, According to Alan Castel, author of 'Better with Age:
The Psychology of Successful Aging,' via CNBC
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Over 150,000 Without Power in Texas , After Intense Storm Hits.
CBS News reports that as a storm in
California moved east on March 2, tornadoes, rain and hail hit Texas and Louisiana. .
CBS News reports that as a storm in
California moved east on March 2, tornadoes, rain and hail hit Texas and Louisiana. .
CBS News reports that as a storm in
California moved east on March 2, tornadoes, rain and hail hit Texas and Louisiana. .
Early on March 3, PowerOutage.us reported that over 150,000 Texans had no power.
That number was down from
338,000 without power earlier. .
About 400 flights to and from
the area were canceled.
The Federal Aviation Administration's
ground stop was later lifted.
Normal operations are resuming after heavy winds and rains
moved through our area. , Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, to CBS News.
Several school districts canceled events
due to the impending storm. .
This is the same system that struck California and it's now in New Mexico and will be crossing
Texas and then Arkansas, Rich Thompson, lead forecaster for the
Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, via CBS News.
Some areas of California and Oregon accumulated up to 7 feet of snow. .
However, experts say that the "once-in-a-generation" snow helped to reduce, or even eliminate,
drought conditions in some areas of California
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In the US, Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley from Oregon and Republican Senator Bill Hagerty from Tennessee collaborated on a Senate resolution which affirms the United States' recognition of Arunachal Pradesh, an Indian state, as an integral part of the Republic of India.
#ArunachalPradesh #LAC #IndiaChina
The Most Popular Valentine’s Day Candies in the United States.
CandyStore.com has analyzed sales figures
from the past 13 years to find America's
favorite Valentine’s Day candies. .
According to the analysis, heart-shaped boxes
of chocolate took the top spot in 2019 and 2020.
Overall, the assorted chocolate
treat is favored in 19 states. .
Conversation hearts came in at a close second and
were found to be the favorite in 14 states. .
Originally the most popular Valentine’s Day candy,
conversation hearts fell from their top spot in 2019
because Spangler Candy Company paused production.
Their absence led to a 24 percent drop in
conversation hearts sales and made room for
heart-shaped boxes of chocolate to take the lead. .
In 2021, Spangler will be back with all-new
sayings on their conversation hearts, making it
likely that they’ll once again sit at the top. .
M&Ms came in third place, taking the top spot in
eight states including Arizona, Iowa and Maryland. .
The chocolate morsels have been gaining
ground over the years, landing new #1 spots in
North Dakota and Oregon in 2020. .
Hershey's Kisses were the favorite in four states,
and chocolate roses only reigned supreme in
two states, Kentucky and Wyoming. .
CandyStore.com discovered
that chocolate hearts were the #1 choice in Maine and
candy necklaces were the #1 choice in Alabama.
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Colorado Looks to , Artificial Intelligence , to Prevent Forest Fires.
Following the most destructive wildfire in Colorado's
history, the state is looking into adopting artificial
intelligence (AI) to detect threats before they occur.
Fox News reports that a proposal by
lawmakers would create a $2 million pilot program
to install cameras in high-risk locations.
An AI program developed by a private company
would analyze data from a 10-mile radius with the
aim of detecting anything that could start a blaze.
Fox News reports that the state's efforts
represent an ongoing push to equip
firefighters with new technology.
The combination of a historic drought
and record-smashing heatwaves has made
wildfires harder to fight in the American West.
Scientists warn that climate change-driven
temperature increases will continue to make
fires more frequent and destructive.
The proposed Colorado program is meant to give
first responders more time to put out a blaze
before it can grow and spread out of control. .
The proposed Colorado program is meant to give
first responders more time to put out a blaze
before it can grow and spread out of control. .
Once these fires get into cresting in
the tree tops, it’s going to take a lot of
resources, a lot of manpower, and
a lot of good luck to knock them down, Don Coram, former Republican Colorado
state senator, via Fox News.
According to David Blankinship, senior technology adviser
for the Western Fire Chiefs Association, similar detection
technology has already proven effective in other states. .
AI-equipped systems have already been
established in California, Nevada and Oregon.
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California Announces Contract , to Produce Its Own Affordable Insulin.
CBS News reports that on March 18,
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that
California has struck a 10-year deal with
nonprofit drug company Civica Rx.
The partnership will result in
low-cost insulin for state residents.
A 10-mililiter vial will soon cost $30.
Newsom praised Civica RX for
its role in the agreement.
Thank you for being willing
to disrupt the market. , Gavin Newsom, California governor, via statement.
Thank you for being willing to save lives without fear of failure, but more importantly without money being your motivator, Gavin Newsom, California governor, via statement.
The news comes after major insulin manufacturers such as Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk announced significant price cuts to their insulin.
The news comes after major insulin manufacturers such as Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk announced significant price cuts to their insulin.
The cost of their medications will be slashed by 70% and 75%, respectively.
However, Anthony Wright, executive director of Health Access California, says there will be several obstacles to overcome before cheaper insulin is available to California residents.
The work to develop a generic, get FDA approval and set up manufacturing will take real time. , Anthony Wright, executive director of Health Access California,
via CBS News.
There may even be more time in the effort to get doctors to prescribe the drug, insurers and (pharmacy benefit managers) to include it on their formularies and patients and the public to accept and ask for it, Anthony Wright, executive director of Health Access California,
via CBS News.
CBS News reports that California may attempt to produce other drugs as well, such as Naloxone, an opioid overdose medication.
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Another Train , Derails in Arizona.
On March 15, a train operated by BNSF carrying
corn syrup derailed in western Arizona. .
On March 15, a train operated by BNSF carrying
corn syrup derailed in western Arizona. .
NPR reports that the railroad operator confirmed
the derailment, and the local county sheriff's
office said that there had been no injuries.
The sheriff's office also reportedly said that it was , "not made aware of any spills or leaks.".
The BNSF train derailed around
7:40 p.m. in Mohave County, Arizona. .
The cause of the incident near
the California border is
still under investigation.
There were no injuries as a result
of the derailment and preliminarily
reports indicate there are no
hazardous materials involved, Lena Kent, Spokesperson for BNSF, via NPR.
According to Lena Kent, a spokesperson for BNSF,
approximately eight cars were involved in
the incident and were left blocking the main track.
It remains unclear when
the track will be able to reopen.
Anita Mortensen, a spokesperson for
the Mohave County Sheriff's Office, said that
the incident did not occur near a populated area.
NPR reports that the news comes following a streak
of high-profile train derailments, beginning with
a Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
NPR reports that the news comes following a streak
of high-profile train derailments, beginning with
a Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine, Ohio
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Rats Can Carry COVID-19, , New Study Shows .
'The Independent' reports that a new study conducted
on wild rats in New York City found that the animal could
be infected with the Alpha, Delta and Omicron variants.
'The Independent' reports that a new study conducted
on wild rats in New York City found that the animal could
be infected with the Alpha, Delta and Omicron variants.
The research was published in
the 'American Society for Microbiology.'.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Animal and
Plant Health Inspection Service conducted a search
for evidence of infection in 79 test samples.
Rats used in the study were mostly
trapped in city parks in Brooklyn, while
others were captured near buildings.
Researchers found that , 13 out of 79 rats , tested positive for COVID-19.
The results also showed, “high replication levels in the upper and lower
respiratory tracts and induction of both
innate and adaptive immune responses”.
To the best of our knowledge,
this is one of the first studies to
show SARS-CoV-2 variants can cause
infections in the wild rat populations
in a major U.S. urban area, Dr. Henry Wan, professor and director of the Center
for Influenza and Emerging Infectious Diseases at
the University of Missouri, via 'The Independent'.
Our findings highlight
the need for further monitoring
of SARS-CoV-2 in rat populations
for potential secondary zoonotic
transmission to humans, Dr. Henry Wan, professor and director of the Center
for Influenza and Emerging Infectious Diseases at
the University of Missouri, via 'The Independent'.
Overall, our work in this space
shows that animals can play a role
in pandemics that impact humans,
and it’s important that we continue
to increase our understanding so we
can protect both human and animal health, Dr. Henry Wan, professor and director of the Center
for Influenza and Emerging Infectious Diseases at
the University of Missouri, via 'The Independent'.
Overall, our work in this space
shows that animals can play a role
in pandemics that impact humans,
and it’s important that we continue
to increase our understanding so we
can protect both human and animal health, Dr. Henry Wan, professor and director of the Center
for Influenza and Emerging Infectious Diseases at
the University of Missouri, via 'The Independent'.
'The Independent' reports that New York City
is home to an estimated eight million wild rats.
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USDA Commission , Issues Report on , Racial Equity in Farming .
NPR reports that the United States Department of Agriculture's
Equity Commission has released its first report on over
30 recommendations to make farming more equitable.
The report is the product of a Biden
executive order calling for federal
departments to address racial equity. .
Outgoing Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh
and United Farm Workers President Emeritus
Arturo Rodriguez headed the commission.
We didn't want this set of interim
recommendations to look like things
we've seen in previous reports.
We wanted to get at systemic change, Tom Vilsack, Agriculture Secretary, via NPR.
NPR reports that a final report
is expected by the end of 2023.
The group's recommendations reportedly include making it
easier for farmers to qualify for conservation programs
and making Farm Service Agency loans more accessible.
There's a reason
why this is different.
We have very serious
people around this table, Tom Vilsack, Agriculture Secretary, via NPR.
People that have lived experiences,
people who have studied and dedicated
their life to these issues and it would
be disrespectful for us not to take
this work incredibly seriously, Tom Vilsack, Agriculture Secretary, via NPR.
NPR reports that the commission's 32 recommendations cover
how USDA works with farmers, the structure of the department
itself and other programs like nutrition assistance.
The report also recommends supporting congressional
legislation, conducting research on distribution
within programs and increasing language access.
The report also recommends supporting congressional
legislation, conducting research on distribution
within programs and increasing language access
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Pandemic SNAP Benefits
Set To Expire, , Food Banks Brace , for Spike in Demand.
The enhanced pandemic food-stamp aid is set to expire on March 1 in 32 states.
This means a slash in the monthly benefit of at least $95.
Millions are likely to be affected as
food prices continue to increase.
When they cut this extra benefit from SNAP, that’s going to put me in a serious problem, Charles Jones, U.S. Veteran and SNAP Participant,
via NBC News.
[The enhanced benefit] helped me out a lot. You know how the government is. They want to keep the rich, rich and the
poor, poor, Charles Jones, U.S. Veteran and SNAP Participant,
via NBC News.
U.S. Department of Agriculture officials underscored how "powerful" the extra increase in aid has been for recipients.
That can’t be underscored enough in the difference it’s made in mitigating increases in hunger and addressing economic hardship and poverty, Stacy Dean, U.S. Department of Agriculture,
via NBC News.
In states where the extra aid has already been cut, reliance on food banks increased sharply.
We saw what happened in the other states, where they ended so early, Laura Lester, Feeding Alabama Food Bank Network,
via NBC News.
We are currently preparing ourselves for that, Laura Lester, Feeding Alabama Food Bank Network,
via NBC News.
Analysts say that curtailing the SNAP program means that struggling families will face increased hardship.
SNAP is our most effective tool at fighting hunger, Dottie Rosenbaum, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, via NBC News.
Now that this temporary boost is coming to an end in all states, , Dottie Rosenbaum, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, via NBC News.
... families who are already struggling to afford the rising cost of food and other expenses are going to feel a big impact, Dottie Rosenbaum, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, via NBC News
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