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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will remain aboard the International Space Station (ISS) until February 2025 after their Boeing Starliner capsule returned uncrewed due to safety concerns. The duo's extended stay follows a series of technical issues with the Starliner, which was deemed too risky for their return.
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New Mexico's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against Snap Inc., alleging that Snapchat's design facilitates child sexual exploitation. The lawsuit follows an undercover investigation revealing that the platform is a primary site for predators using sextortion schemes against minors.
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Boar's Head has permanently discontinued liverwurst production following a listeria outbreak linked to the product, resulting in nine deaths and 57 hospitalizations across 18 states. The company has closed its Jarratt, Virginia plant, where the contamination originated, and is implementing new food safety measures.
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A visitor's discarded Cheetos bag in Carlsbad Caverns National Park has triggered mold growth, threatening the fragile cave ecosystem. Park rangers emphasize the significant impact of littering on local wildlife, particularly bats and insects, highlighting the need for responsible visitor behavior.
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Recent data highlights the increasing rent burdens faced by Floridians, with significant percentages of renters spending over half their income on housing. This trend is exacerbated by demographic factors, including a large retiree population and racial disparities in rent burdens.