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Following Donald Trump's election victory, there has been a significant increase in demand for reproductive health products, including emergency contraception and abortion pills. Many women are stockpiling these medications amid fears of potential restrictions under a second Trump administration. Reports indicate sales spikes of up to 1,650% in some cases.
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Recent elections in Namibia and the U.S. have raised concerns over election integrity. In Namibia, legal experts question the validity of extended polling hours, while in the U.S., certification processes have been less contentious following Donald Trump's victory. These developments highlight ongoing debates about voter access and election transparency.
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The 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marked its centennial with a vibrant display of balloons, floats, and performances despite rainy weather. Highlights included a Spider-Man balloon, a Minion float, and performances by stars like Kylie Minogue and Jennifer Hudson, drawing large crowds in Manhattan.
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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey confirmed the enforcement of a ban on abortions after fetal viability, following a recent ballot measure that enshrined abortion rights in the state constitution. The amendment allows for restrictions post-viability but includes exceptions for health-related cases. The law takes effect on December 5, 2024.
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Starting December 16, raw milk from dairy farms in six states must be tested for the H5N1 bird flu virus. This federal order aims to control the virus's spread, which has infected over 700 herds across 15 states since its detection in March. The risk to human health remains low, according to officials.
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California has declared a state of emergency as H5N1 bird flu spreads among dairy cattle, affecting 645 dairies statewide. The outbreak has raised concerns about potential human infections, with one severe case reported in Louisiana. Health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public remains low.