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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 federal judge has raised concerns over a proposed $2.8 billion NCAA settlement, questioning provisions that could limit athlete payments. This comes as New Jersey seeks to address public school segregation through mediation, marking significant developments in both college sports and education policy as of September 6, 2024.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled a new tax policy that lowers the capital gains tax rate for high earners to 28%, diverging from President Biden's proposal of 39.6%. Additionally, she aims to increase tax deductions for small businesses, promoting entrepreneurship as she campaigns for the presidency.
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Former President Donald Trump is altering his campaign strategy, focusing on key blue wall states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan, while scaling back efforts in New Hampshire, Minnesota, and Virginia. This shift follows a decline in his poll numbers after Kamala Harris's rise as the Democratic nominee.
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Recent voter ID laws in the US and UK have raised concerns about accessibility and disenfranchisement. In North Carolina, a lawsuit challenges the approval of a mobile ID for voting, while New Hampshire's new law mandates proof of citizenship for first-time voters. The UK's ID requirements have reportedly discouraged participation in elections, particularly among poorer demographics.
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The 60-year-old was walking with her husband and dog near a geyser when she broke through the ground into scalding waters on Monday afternoon, according to the National Park Service.
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Donald Trump faced a second assassination attempt while golfing in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 15, 2024. The Secret Service intervened after spotting a suspect armed with an AK-47-style rifle. This incident follows a previous attempt in July, raising serious concerns about security for presidential candidates as the election approaches.