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New England is facing a surge in Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) cases, with one death reported in New Hampshire and multiple infections in Massachusetts and Vermont. Health officials are urging residents to take precautions, including staying indoors during peak mosquito activity and implementing aerial spraying in affected areas.
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A Missouri resident has tested positive for H5N1 bird flu without known exposure to infected animals, raising concerns about potential undetected human-to-human transmission. This case marks the first instance in the U.S. of bird flu infection without direct animal contact. Health officials are investigating the source of the infection as the outbreak continues to spread among livestock in various states.
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Recent court rulings in Missouri and Florida have raised significant hurdles for ballot measures aimed at enshrining abortion rights in state constitutions. As November elections approach, advocates are preparing for legal battles to ensure these measures appear on the ballot, amidst ongoing political tensions surrounding reproductive rights.
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Karen Read's retrial for the alleged murder of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, is set for January 2025 after a previous mistrial. Read faces serious charges, including second-degree murder, while her defense claims she was framed. The case has drawn significant media attention due to its complex circumstances.