CHICAGO, Illinois: Value meals helped McDonald's U.S. sales recover in the third quarter, but an E. coli outbreak tied to the company's Quarter Pounder hamburgers could dent that recovery in the final months of the year. McDonald's reported this week that U.S. same-store sales-sales at locations open for at least a year-increased by 0.3 percent from July to September. In response to a disappointing second quarte

E. coli outbreak could slow McDonald's US sales, says official

$5 value meal helps McDonald's US recover sales

McDonald's US sales rebound on value meals, but E. coli slows recovery

DUBLIN, Ireland: Cutting Ireland's motorway speed limit to 110 km/h could significantly reduce carbon emissions, according to Green Party MEP Ciaran Cuffe. Cuffe suggests that reducing car and truck speeds by 10 km/h would lower emissions from Ireland's largest carbon-emitting sector: transport. Transport accounted for 40 percent of the country's energy-related emissions in 2018 and continues to rise.The 

Speed limit reduction could lead to drop in emission in Ireland: MEP

Drop in emissions possible in Ireland if speed limit is reduced: MEP

MEP says reducing speed limit could help reduce emissions in Ireland

DUBLIN, Ireland - Ireland's health officials have raised concerns over an increase in cases of whooping cough, also known as a 'Victorian sickness' due to its prevalence and severity during that period.The infection, known medically as pertussis and informally as the '100-day cough', has peaked here in years.According to fresh data from Ireland's Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC), 514 cases h

Ireland's 'Victorian sickness' returns: Whooping cough cases soar to new highs

Historic illness returns: Ireland battles dangerous whooping cough upsurge

'100-day cough' strikes again: Ireland faces surge in whooping cough cases among kids

SAN FRANCISCO, California: Tech behemoth OpenAI's artificial intelligence-powered transcription tool Whisper has been called out by experts for making up chunks of text or even entire sentences. Whisper's claim to have near "human level robustness and accuracy" has been put to the test by more than a dozen software engineers, developers, and academic researchers who said some of the invented text - known in the 

AI-powered transcription tool in hospitals invents things: Researchers

Fake text put out by AI-powered transcription tool used in hospitals

AI-powered transcription tool Whisper used in hospitals fakes stuff

CHICAGO, Illinois: McDonald's has identified onions from Taylor Farms in Salinas, California, as the source of a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder hamburgers, prompting the fast-food giant to pull the menu item from several states.  The outbreak has affected at least 49 people across 10 states, with one reported death. Health investigators are focusing on slivered onions as the probable sourc

McDonald's says onions from California farm caused E. coli outbreak

McDonald's blames California-based farm onions for E. coli outbreak

Onions from California-based farm caused E. coli outbreak: McDonald's

NEW YORK CITY, New York: U.S. health officials now recommend that adults aged 50 and older receive a pneumococcal vaccine to protect against bacteria that cause pneumonia and other serious infections.  The recommendation, approved by a CDC advisory panel and endorsed by CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen, lowers the minimum age for pneumococcal vaccination from 65 to 50. "Now is a great time to get vaccinated a

People 50 and older should get pneumococcal vaccine: US government

Get a pneumococcal vaccine, US government urges adults 50 and over

US government urges adults 50 and over to get pneumococcal vaccine

One million, six hundred and fifty thousand New Jerseyites on Medicare - almost 18 percent of the state - have a big decision to make, because the Medicare open-enrollment period runs now

Medicare open-enrollment period to run through Dec., 7

Time to plan for future Medicare cover

Decision time for 1.65 million people in New Jersey

DUBLIN, Ireland: According to figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO), over 100,000 patients have waited on trolleys in Irish hospitals this year.  So far, in 2024, 100,111 patients have been treated in hospitals without beds. In response to these ongoing issues, the INMO has begun balloting its members on potential industrial action due to recruitment challenges. University Hospita

Over 100,000 patients waited on trolleys in Ireland so far in 2024

INMO says in 2024, over 100,000 patients waited on trolleys in Ireland

In Ireland, over 100,000 patients waited on trolleys in 2024

DUBLIN, Ireland: Doctors across Ireland are raising awareness about sepsis, a life-threatening condition that has become one of the country's leading causes of death.  The Irish College of GPs (ICGP) has spearheaded the campaign, emphasizing the importance of recognizing sepsis symptoms early to save lives. Dr. Diarmuid Quinlan, medical director of the ICGP, highlighted the gravity of the issue during an 

Doctors launch awareness campaign on deaths from sepsis in Ireland

Awareness campaign launched on sepsis-related fatalities in Ireland

Doctors in Ireland launch awareness campaign sepsis-related fatalities

WASHINGTON, D.C.: From new required testing and blast monitors to reshaping an explosive charge that reduces blowback on troops, the U.S. Military is developing new ways to better protect its soldiers from blast overpressure and evaluate their health risks. "We have guys lining up to volunteer for these studies," retired Sgt. Maj. F. Bowling, a former special operations medic who now works as a contractor at the

Rising brain injuries force US military to protect troops from blasts

US military testing to save troops from brain injuries in blasts

US military tests how to protect troops from brain injuries in blasts

A recent survey of OB/GYNs in the state shows that doctors are concerned and confused by Texas' abortion ban. 76 percent of doctors surveyed say they feel like they can't practice medicine according to best practices and evidence-based medicine, and 60 percent of those who responded fear legal repercussions. Dr

60% of Texan doctors fear legal repercussions over abortion ban

Abortion law in Texas causing confusion among doctors

Doctors in Texas raising concerns over state's abortion ban

OAK BROOK, Illinois: TreeHouse Foods has announced that hundreds of frozen waffle products sold at major retailers like Walmart and Target are being recalled due to potential listeria contamination.  The company initiated the voluntary recall after routine testing at its production facility revealed the possible presence of the harmful bacteria. Both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Canadian food 

TreeHouse Foods recalls listeria-tainted frozen waffle products

Listeria forces recall of hundreds of frozen waffle products

Hundreds of listeria-tainted frozen waffle products recalled

October marks Spina Bifida Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a birth defect that affects one in 2,000 births in the United States, every year. Ohioans, like the Badenhop family, have faced this medical challenge head-on when their daughter Lexi was diagnosed with spina bifida in the womb, during a 20-week ultrasound. For Brittany, Lexi's m

Spina Bifida affects one in 2,000 U.S. births each year

October marks Spina Bifida Awareness Month

Hope for those born with spina bifida

DURANT, Oklahoma: Federal officials say a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria has expanded to nearly 12 million pounds, now including ready-to-eat meals sent to U.S. schools, restaurants, and major retailers.  The recall covers various prepared foods such as salads, burritos, and wraps sold at stores like Costco, Trader Joe's, Target, Walmart, and Kroger. The affecte

Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry

Listeria-tainted meat and poultry expands to US, schools, restaurants

12 million pounds of meat and poultry recalled due to listeria

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey: Johnson & Johnson (J&J) raised its 2024 profit and sales forecasts on October 15, thanks to strong sales of oncology drugs, particularly Darzalex, a treatment for multiple myeloma.  The healthcare giant's third-quarter results surpassed Wall Street expectations. Darzalex sales rose 20.7 percent to over US$3 billion, exceeding analysts' estimates of $2.92 billion. Analysts predict the d

Cancer drugs sales lift J&J past Wall Street expectations

J&J exceeds Wall Street expectations with cancer drugs sales

J&J raises 2024 profit and sales with cancer drugs

SEATTLE, Washington: Less than two years after it was passed, a law forcing Washington state companies to reduce carbon emissions while raising billions of dollars for climate programs faces a repeal by voters this fall. Conservatives are gunning for the Climate Commitment Act, which they say has ramped up energy and gas costs in Washington. The city currently has the third-highest gas prices in the nation. The 

Washington state's landmark climate law hangs in balance in November

Two years on, Washington state's climate law faces repeal next month

Washington state's landmark climate law could be repealed in November

LONDON, The U.K.: King Charles III is set to embark on a significant overseas tour, visiting Samoa and Australia, with a focus on addressing climate change and strengthening ties within the Commonwealth.  This will be his first visit to Australia since assuming the throne and marks an important moment in his reign as he takes on more public duties following a cancer diagnosis earlier this year. "He doesn'

King Charles to visit Australia and Samoa

King Charles' trip to Australia, Samoa will highlight the Commonwealth

King Charles to visit Australia, Samoa; focus on climate change

DUBLIN, Ireland: In response to a critical shortage of IV fluids caused by Hurricane Helene, Irish medical supplies are being sent to hospitals across the United States. The hurricane severely disrupted supply chains, particularly after floodwaters damaged Baxter International's manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This facility produces around 60 percent of the IV fluids used in American hospitals daily.</

Ireland sends IV fluid supplies to US after Hurricane Helene

After Hurricane Helene, Ireland supplies IV fluid to US hospitals

IV fluid from Ireland en route to US after Hurricane Helene

      PEACH BOTTOM TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania: Ingesting toxic mushrooms sent children and adults from this township in Pennsylvania to the hospital on October 11, authorities said. The Delta-Cardiff Volunteer Company Station 57, said in a social media post that around 9:30 p.m. emergency medical personnel responded to a report of 11 people becoming ill after ingesting the mushrooms in Peach Bot

Kids, adults in Pennsylvania hospital after eating 'toxic mushrooms'

'Toxic mushrooms' hospitalizes kids, adults in Pennsylvania

'Toxic mushrooms' send kids, adults in Pennsylvania to hospital

BAKERSVILLE, North Carolina: Volunteers with the nonprofit Footprint Project and a local solar installation company delivered a solar generator with six 245-watt solar panels, a 24-volt battery and an AC power inverter to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone in North Carolina. Until then, the residents were dependent on some electricity from a gas-powered generator that makes a huge din nearly two weeks after Hurric

Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone

Hurricane Helene's disaster zone in North Carolina gets solar power

North Carolina's Hurricane Helene's disaster zone gets solar power

SACRAMENTO, California: State officials announced a new partnership to boost sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and cut air travel emissions.  The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has teamed up with Airlines for America - representing airlines such as Delta, JetBlue, and United - with a goal to increase SAF availability in the state to 200 million gallons by 2035, meeting about 40 percent of in-stat

California announces sustainable fuel deal to curb aircraft emissions

California to curb emissions with sustainable jet fuel production deal

California to boost sustainable jet fuel production, reduce emissions

SACRAMENTO, California: California is planning to overhaul its Low Carbon Fuel Standard, a key climate program that aims to reduce emissions from transportation fuels.  The proposal has sparked heated debate, primarily because it could raise gasoline prices in a state where residents already pay the most at the pump. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will vote on the proposed changes on November 8

California's plan to overhaul a key climate program ignites debate

California's fuel price could rise if state overhauls key climate program

Californian plan to revamp key climate program could raise fuel prices

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan - The government has recruited three law firms to fight Iran's case against Pakistan at the Court of Arbitration in Paris for not completing its section of the gas pipeline and failing to meet the 750mmcfd gas intake requirement under the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline.According to top officials in the Law Division and Attorney General's Office, Pakistan hired the services of well-known internat

High stakes arbitration: Iran sues Pakistan for million dollar-a-day penalty in France

Pipeline Stalemate: Pakistan gears up for legal showdown with Iran in Paris

Battle over gas pipeline: Pakistan taps global legal experts to counter Iran's claims

MOSCOW, Russia: Russia's central bank has raised its key interest rate to a record 21 percent to curb inflation, which is driven by heavy government spending, especially on military needs.  The increase, announced on October 25, reflects concerns that demand is outpacing Russia's capacity to produce goods and services, pushing up prices and wages.  According to the central bank's statement, inflation is r

Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21% to fight inflation

Military needs force Russian central bank to hike interest rate to 21%

To fight inflation, Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21%

Westlake Village, CA - Dr. Jim Stoppani, renowned fitness expert and founder of JYM Supplement Science, has unveiled a new way to build bigger, stronger arms as part of his revolutionary &apos;Shortcut to Size&apos; program. This latest addition, accessible on JimStoppani.com, introduces the High Cable Curl exercise-a ta

Dr. Jim Stoppani Introduces a New Method for Building Bigger Arms in His &apos;Shortcut to Size&apos; Program

 JimStoppani.com, a leading fitness and nutrition platform, announces that only three weeks remain for fitness enthusiasts to register for the highly anticipated 2024 Holiday Shred Challenge. This transformative 5-week workout program offers participants the chance to win a grand prize of $25,000 while achieving their fitness goals during the holiday season.'The Holiday Shred Challenge combines the motivation of

Time Running Out: Three Weeks Left to Join JimStoppani.com&apos;s $25,000 Holiday Shred Challenge

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month kicks off, Results Driven Marketing, a leading digital marketing agency, is leveraging its online presence to raise awareness for this important cause. CEO Janeene High, a strong advocate for women's health, is sharing her personal journey to encourage early detection and 

Results Driven Marketing&reg; Highlights Early Detection, Support & Advocacy for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

MedAesthetics Med Spa, a trusted provider of innovative aesthetic treatments, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new location in Melbourne, Florida. Known for personalized skincare solutions, this expansion allows even more clients in Brevard County to experience high-quality aesthetic treatments, including popular options like Botox, fillers, and Morpheus8 

MedAesthetics Med Spa Expands in Melbourne With Longer Hours and Expert Staff

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