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Monkeypox virus particles under a microscope, published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Photo: VCGThailand has confirmed the first case in Asia of the MPOX virus, a new strain of the virus that has changed its transmission pattern and may be more contagious and deadly. Experts have pointed out that children are more likely to be infected in this outbreak because they have relatively weak immune systems. According to BBC News, the Thai Department of Disease Control confirmed on Thursday that a 66-year-old European patient who had traveled to Thailand from Africa was infected with clade Ib, a…
The gap between the EU and the US allows funding to flow into Russia's military and must be closed if the West wants to tighten its grip on the Kremlin. These problems are also evident in the EU's 14th economic package against Russia, introduced on June 24. The most damaging measures are aimed at sanctions violators and Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. Despite the ban on the export of dual-use technologies and products, Russia continues to procure EU-made equipment and technology essential for its weapons systems, often through intermediaries in third countries such as China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey and…
Rookie quarterbacks always attract a lot of attention. After six were selected in the first 12 picks of the 2024 NFL Draft, many young playmakers will be garnering attention in our 2024 fantasy football rookie quarterback rankings. But relying on a rookie quarterback for fantasy football in 2024 is a risky proposition. As long as we have C.J. Stroud, we have Bryce Young, Sam Darnold, and Zach Wilson. So which rookie fantasy football 2024 quarterbacks could make an impact this season, and which quarterbacks should you avoid?Despite paying veteran QB Kirk Cousins $180 million this offseason, the Falcons shocked the…
article MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) and Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) have issued heat health advisories and watches for Monday, August 26th. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Dodge, Jefferson and Walworth counties from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, August 26th. Meanwhile, heat advisories are in effect for Fond du Lac, Kenosha, Waukesha, Racine and Washington counties for the same period. Finally, a heat advisory has been issued for all of southeastern Wisconsin from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday. Stay tuned to the FOX6 Weather Forecast for…
Although AI is rapidly gaining popularity, we know there are some blind spots where the new technology won’t immediately apply. One of these is the municipal world. Having seen this happen first-hand, I can say that going to local government offices in the United States to deal with even minor zoning or permitting issues can be frustrating for anyone. Not to mention projects like storm water quality and road maintenance and figuring out how to fund your local fire department and police department, and the bigger picture. That's why we're seeing so much centralization, because a lot of these smaller…
Georgia Hall, Anna Nordqvist, Emily Christine Pedersen and Albane Valenzuela were selected by Pettersen. Osterley, 26 August 2024 – Europe Captain Suzann Pettersen has today announced, live on Sky Sports, the four captaincy selections that will complete the line-up of 12 players who will represent Europe at the 2024 Solheim Cup. With the AIG Women's Open at St. Andrews coming to a close and the qualifying period wrapping up, Pettersen had to make the final decision on who to add to the eight players who would automatically qualify. Europe is chasing history, having won in 2019 and 2021 and hoping…
Through careful drafting, trades and asset management, the Minnesota Timberwolves have built a team that most consider to be a true top-tier championship contender. After finishing in the top three in the Western Conference last season, the team is poised to be one of the best teams in the conference again next season. One of the best ways Minnesota has utilized their assets has been by being judicious with their draft picks: It's simply not possible to hold onto all of your picks forever and try to build a championship team, and the Timberwolves' front office has made some calculated…
Arts and Crafts History Photography #Ashley Szuszczynski #costume #Europe #indigenous culture #mask August 26, 2024 Kate Moses “Statsi”, Voinyagovo village, Karlovo city, Plovdiv province, Bulgaria. All images © Ashley Sushchinski, used with permission. As a child, Ashley Szuczynski would draw lots of pictures in her school notebooks and escape into the fantasy worlds of books. “I loved the imaginative illustrations,” she tells Colossal. “Each story transported me to a new world, and I felt like I was detached from my own… Every page was full of magic and mystery, mythical monsters, talking animals, and immersive adventures into weird and…
Despite widespread awareness of the health risks, smoking and e-cigarette use among youth remain persistent problems.Today on TSET's Health Matters, News 9 Health Coach Dottie Small explores its evolution, its continuing appeal and the risks parents need to know about now.Dr. Ryan Brown, a leading expert on adolescent health, discussed historical context and current trends regarding youth smoking. He said tobacco marketing can be traced back to the mid-20th century, with campaigns like the “Marlboro Man” that appealed to the masses, but the landscape for nicotine products has evolved significantly since then.”Tobacco has been a problem for kids for as…
The 2024 college football season is one of drastic change across the entire landscape. The consolidation of teams has resulted in super conferences finally becoming a reality. And with the College Football Playoff tripling in size from four teams to 12, leagues like the Big Ten and SEC will expect to place multiple teams in the field on an annual basis. Within this new playoff format is the chance for things to get really strange. Because the top four conference champions will be awarded a first-round bye, it’s entirely possible for traditional blue bloods that normally expect to occupy one of…