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West African Virus Takes Life in Iowa: A Rare Case of Lassa Fever

October 29, 2024

In Iowa, a resident has recently died due to a rare virus called Lassa fever. This virus, originating in West Africa, can lead to permanent hearing loss in one-third of cases. Pregnant women aren't safe either; about 95% of infected pregnant women miscarry. The individual, who traveled back to the U

crime

Teenager Faces Terrorism Charge in UK Dance Class Stabbing Case

October 29, 2024

In a shocking turn of events, the teenager accused of murdering three young girls at a dance class in Southport, England, is now facing terrorism charges. Axel Rudakubana, who turned 18 after the July attack, will be charged with producing the deadly toxin ricin and possessing information useful for

science

Let's Talk About the Crew-8 Return to Earth

October 29, 2024

The SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, named "Endeavour, " splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico near Florida on Oct. 25, 2024, successfully ending the Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission lasted 235 days, just a bit longer than the typical six-month stay. After the splashdown

technology

Tesla's Affordable Electric Car: When and What?

October 29, 2024

Electric vehicles (EVs), especially those from Tesla, often come with a hefty price tag. But Tesla has been promising a more affordable option for years. In their recent quarterly report, they reiterated that plans are in motion to launch such a vehicle in the first half of 2025. This comes after di

health

Deadly Virus from West Africa Surfaces in Iowa

October 29, 2024

Recently, Iowa reported a death from Lassa fever, a disease similar to Ebola. The patient, from eastern Iowa, had traveled back from West Africa. State health officials assured that the risk of spreading the virus in Iowa is very low. Health workers are investigating and monitoring the situation, en

sports

Patriots Snatch Last-Minute Win with Stevenson's Touchdown

October 28, 2024

In a thrilling finish, the New England Patriots squeezed past the New York Jets with a 25-22 victory at Gillette Stadium. The turning point came with just 22 seconds left on the clock. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson (who had been subbed in for the injured Drake Maye) managed a one-yard touchdown,

science

Astronaut Hospitalized After SpaceX Splashdown

October 26, 2024

On October 25, 2024, SpaceX's Crew-8 astronauts safely returned to Earth, but one of them had to be hospitalized as a precaution. The group, which included NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps, along with Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, had spent a remarkable

politics

Delayed Vote on Trump Advisor's Censure: Politics or Academic Freedom?

October 26, 2024

A recent vote by Stanford's Faculty Senate to decide whether to lift the censure on Scott Atlas, a COVID-19 adviser to former President Trump, has been delayed. The Senate wants to avoid any political interpretations, especially with the 2024 elections coming up. This delay seems to be a way to stee

science

Astronaut Hospitalized After Space Mission’s Safe End

October 25, 2024

After safely splashing down near Florida early Friday morning, a crew of four astronauts were taken to a hospital for check-ups. One of them, a NASA astronaut, remained in the medical facility for a precautionary look-up due to a medical issue, but they're okay. The crew, which spent nearly eight mo

politics

Drag Performer Sues Idaho Group for False Claims

October 25, 2024

A North Idaho drag performer is suing the Idaho Family Policy Center for spreading false information about him. This comes after he won over $1 million in a separate case. The performer, Eric Posey, says the group's false statements caused him emotional distress and harassment. The group, a conserva