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H5N1 mutation may make it easier for virus to latch to human cells: Study
Scientists are warning the bird flu virus may be able to more easily spread to human cells than previously thought. Researchers with Scripps Research Institute found it may take just a single mutation for this version of H5N1 to become capable of latching onto human cells. In a study published on Thursday, Dec. 5, scientists… -
Who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson? NYPD shares new photos
The New York Police Department shared new photos Thursday, Dec. 5, of the suspected killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The suspect is still at large after Wednesday morning’s shooting, and police have launched a city-wide manhunt. The pictures show the suspect’s face from inside a hostel, which NYPD believes he stayed at. Previous footage… -
LPGA and USGA update policies for transgender players in 2025
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and the United States Golf Association (USGA) have updated their gender policies, which will go into effect in 2025. In official releases Wednesday, Dec. 4, the LPGA and USGA announced that players must be assigned female at birth, or have been male at birth but did not go through… -
ICE seeks new immigration detention center in California, despite opposition
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is looking to establish a new detention center in Northern California, CalMatters reported. Democratic lawmakers have criticized the effort but will likely be unable to prevent the move. California was unsuccessful at banning new federal immigration detention centers during President-elect Trump’s first term in office. A federal appeals court… -
UK defense minister warns British Army could be wiped out in large-scale war
A U.K. defense minister warned the British Army could be wiped out within six months of a large-scale war. Alistair Carns, the nation’s minister for veterans, said a rate of casualties similar to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine would lead to the army’s demise. “In a war of scale, not a limited intervention but one similar… -
Trump picks Musk-tied billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead NASA
President-elect Donald Trump has picked a billionaire entrepreneur with ties to Elon Musk to lead NASA. Trump said he plans to nominate Jared Isaacman, announcing his choice Wednesday, Dec. 4. “Jared will drive NASA’s mission of discovery and inspiration, paving the way for groundbreaking achievements in space science, technology and exploration,” Trump said in a… -
NC town’s lawsuit accuses Duke Energy of climate change deception
A North Carolina town is suing utility giant Duke Energy, accusing the company of deceiving the public on climate change. It is the first U.S. lawsuit seeking climate accountability from an electric company. The town of Carrboro announced Wednesday, Dec. 4, that it had filed the lawsuit. They argue the company’s actions led to a… -
Millions in Cuba without power after electrical grid collapse
Millions of people in Cuba are without power after the country’s electrical grid collapsed for a second time on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Schools across the communist country were forced to close, and non-official workers were ordered to stay home. Cuban Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy said the Matanzas power plant failed around 2… -
Washington Commanders stadium talks may come down to Maryland-DC deal
The Washington Commanders are looking to build a new stadium, exploring trade negotiations. Maryland senators offered a deal that would give Washington the RFK Stadium for one of its Air National Guard squadrons. The team is looking for a new venue to replace its aging stadium in Landover, Maryland. Washington has been trying to get… -
Texas Gov. Abbott threatens to defund hospital over doctor’s viral TikTok
A viral TikTok video is creating tension between the Texas Children’s Hospital and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican. The video, posted by one of the hospital’s doctors, criticizes an executive order signed by Abbott that requires Texas public hospitals to collect information on patients’ immigration status and report healthcare costs for undocumented immigrants. In… -
Hamas says 33 hostages killed, Trump demands release of remaining captives
Hamas announced on Monday, Dec. 2, 33 hostages have been killed as Israel’s more than year-long war against the militant group continues. This marks the first time the Palestinian militia group has revealed the number of Israeli hostage deaths since the war in Gaza began. The announcement has also drawn the attention of President-elect Donald… -
South Korean president sparks protests, declares ’emergency martial law’
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in the country Tuesday, Dec. 3, appointing an army general to serve as martial law commander. Less than three hours later, parliament voted to lift the declaration. National Assembly Speaker Woo Won Shik declared that the martial law was “invalid” and that lawmakers “will protect democracy… -
Mexican drug cartels recruit college students to make fentanyl: Report
Mexican drug cartels have a new target for their production of fentanyl and other illicit drugs: chemistry students. Colleges and universities have become the latest recruiting ground for Mexican cartels looking to build their own fentanyl empires. The New York Times reported how the Sinaloa cartel worked to recruit so-called “cooks” to make fentanyl for…
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