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Felony charges against Ken Paxton to be dropped: Paxton, who will not have to enter a plea under the terms of the agreement, faced the prospect of decades in ...
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Felony charges against Ken Paxton to be dropped
Quick Glance: Texas AG Paxton to Pay Nearly $300K in Fraud Case
  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has agreed to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution to end the fraud charges that have been looming over him for almost a decade.

  • In a deal with special prosecutors, Paxton will have three felony charges dropped and will be required to provide full restitution to victims, complete community service, and undergo legal ethics education.

  • The resolution of the case marks a significant legal and political victory for Paxton, allowing him to retain his elected position and legal license despite ongoing legal challenges.

  • Despite facing a federal investigation and other legal battles, Paxton has maintained strong political support within the GOP, including from former President Donald Trump, showcasing his resilience amidst adversity.
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Authorities seize Instagram-famous magpie, ending friendship with English staffy: After Molly the magpie was found alone on a Gold Coast beach, she became best ...
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Quick Glance: Queensland Authorities Take Action Against Molly the Magpie: Instagram Sensation
  • An Instagram sensation, Molly the magpie, who garnered a significant following by befriending an English staffy, was seized by authorities in Queensland.

  • Juliette Wells, a photographer on the Gold Coast, discovered the baby chick in September 2020 after it had fallen from its nest and made the decision to rescue it.

  • The bond between Molly and Peggy, an English staffy, went viral on social media, resulting in a notable increase in followers on their respective pages.

  • Despite their efforts to maintain a stable and safe environment for Molly, the owners had to relinquish her as complaints were lodged with the authorities, leading to the magpie being placed in captivity.
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Ex-oil and gas workers push geothermal power forward in Texas: Texas has become an early hot spot for geothermal energy exploration as scores of former oil ...
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Ex-oil and gas workers push geothermal power forward in Texas
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Animal lover cares for sick 'baby hedgehog' all night - before learning truth: An animal lover thought they had made the rescue of a lifetime when they brought ...
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Animal lover cares for sick 'baby hedgehog' all night - before learning ...
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Appeals court extends block on Texas migrant arrests: A federal appeals court issued a ruling late Tuesday that extends the block on a Texas immigration law that ...
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Appeals court extends block on Texas migrant arrests
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Video made animal world famous: Largest snake in the world is dead: At the end of February, a Dutch biologist gets up close and personal with the world's largest ...
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Video made animal world famous: Largest snake in the world is dead
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A new law allowing local authorities to deport migrants remains tied up in court. Even if it goes back into effect, logistical challenges of applying the law ... Show more
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Texas Republican under investigation by House Ethics Committee: The House Ethics Committee announced Tuesday it is investigating Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) ...
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Texas Republican under investigation by House Ethics Committee
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Appeals court keeps controversial Texas immigration law on hold: A controversial Texas law that allows state officials to arrest and detain people they suspect ...
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Appeals court keeps controversial Texas immigration law on hold
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Supreme Court considers Texas ruling revoking FDA approval of abortion drug: The nation’s highest court will consider a ruling from an Amarillo federal judge who ...
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Supreme Court considers Texas ruling revoking FDA approval of abortion ...
Quick Glance: The Significance of the Supreme Court Mifepristone Case
  • On June 24, 2022, the constitutional jurisprudence on abortions was overturned by the Supreme Court.

  • A pivotal aspect in the dispute FDA v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine revolves around making access to medication abortions more challenging.

  • The decision could impact not only abortion access but also have implications for miscarriage treatment.

  • There are also repercussions for the entire country, voters' preferences in blue states, and state sovereignty.
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Texas judge blocks state from accessing information on trans youth at LGBTQ nonprofit - UPI.com
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Texas judge blocks state from accessing information on trans youth at ...
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Brand new Fulton animal shelter needs repainting: A swath of Fulton County’s new, $40 million animal shelter needs new interior paint because the original coat ...
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Brand new Fulton animal shelter needs repainting
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Horse breeder wants to sue country Wolves threaten his animals: A horse breeder in Styria has been having trouble with the wolf for months - One mare has already ...
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Horse breeder wants to sue country Wolves threaten his animals
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Texas Democrat slams immigration law as an ‘absolute disaster’: Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas) claimed the state’s immigration law is an “absolute disaster” ...
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Texas Democrat slams immigration law as an ‘absolute disaster’
Quick Glance: Court Blocks Migrant Arrests in Texas Once Again
  • Following the enforcement of the strict new immigration law, a federal appeals court issued an order late Tuesday preventing Texas from arresting migrants suspected of illegal entry into the USA.

  • The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals made the decision after weeks to allow Texas to enforce the law by pausing a lower judge's ruling.

  • Earlier on Tuesday, a divided Supreme Court granted permission for Texas to implement a law granting police extensive powers to arrest migrants suspected of illegally crossing the border as litigation on the matter unfolded.

  • The federal government and Mexico have raised concerns about the contentious law and announced measures to impede its enforcement.
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What a bird flu outbreak among cows means for milk supply: Federal officials said the nation’s milk supply should be not at risk after a bird flu outbreak hits ...
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What a bird flu outbreak among cows means for milk supply
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Trump has embraced Jan. 6. The extremist message may alienate — or resonate: He praises defendants who are charged with rioting that day. His campaign's launch ...
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Trump has embraced Jan. 6. The extremist message may alienate — or ...
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Gun rights YouTuber Brandon Herrera gains momentum in race against U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales
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Texas Republican on why he opposed funding bill: ‘I wanted some sense of sanity on spending’
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Texas Republican on why he opposed funding bill: ‘I wanted some sense of ...
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Judge accuses Musk’s X of trying to intimidate critics as he tosses lawsuit: A federal judge ruled the lawsuit against the Center for Countering Digital Hate was ...
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Quick Glance: Court dismisses Musk's lawsuit against hate speech watchdog
  • A U.S. judge rejected Musk's lawsuit against an organization holding him accountable for hate speech on his X social media platform.

  • The judge stated that X Corp sued the Center for Countering Digital Hate to punish criticism and deter advertisers.

  • X plans to appeal the ruling, as Musk faces criticism for handling abusive content since acquiring Twitter.

  • The ruling supports accountability for social media companies and demonstrates Musk's inability to manipulate the law.
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Texas border law plagued by legal doubts: The whiplash created by rapid-fire court orders is sparking alarm over whether a Texas law clearing the way for state ...
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Texas border law plagued by legal doubts
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Farewell to a great animal and humanitarian: With his research into the social intelligence of animals, primatologist Frans de Waal tore down walls in our minds ...
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Farewell to a great animal and humanitarian
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Texas installs another big solar + battery storage project: Power-hungry Texas needs solar and battery storage to help meet demand and balance the grid ...
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Texas installs another big solar + battery storage project
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Texas man running for president under name Literally Anybody Else: A Texas man is hoping a legal name change and a long-shot presidential bid will get his ...
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Texas man running for president under name Literally Anybody Else
Quick Glance: US Election: Texan Enters Race as 'Literally Any Other Person'
  • A man from Texas, USA, plans to run in the upcoming presidential elections under the name 'Literally Any Other Person' to express his dissatisfaction with presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

  • Dustin Ebey, a 35-year-old US Army veteran, has legally changed his name to 'Literally Any Other Person' to contest for the White House as he is 'fed up' with the 'constant power struggle' between the Democrats and the Republicans, as reported by The Guardian.

  • 'Literally Any Other Person' needs at least 113,000 signatures from non-primary voters in the state of Texas by May to have his name listed on the ballots. Given the improbability, he is advocating for people to manually write his name in.
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Over 100 migrants break through razor wire, knock down guards as they illegally cross El Paso border in wild scene
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Over 100 migrants break through razor wire, knock down guards as they ...
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Florida passes law requiring age verification for porn sites, social media restrictions
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Florida passes law requiring age verification for porn sites ...
Quick Glance: Florida's Legislation Limits Social Media Access for Minors
  • Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting social media use for children under 14.

  • Supporters aim to safeguard children's mental health, while critics argue against potential infringement on free speech.

  • The law mandates social media platforms to delete accounts of minors and conduct third-party age verification.

  • Several other states have implemented comparable regulations, with Meta opposing the law citing privacy concerns.
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Supreme Court allows Texas to begin enforcing controversial immigration law: The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for Texas to immediately begin enforcing ...
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Supreme Court allows Texas to begin enforcing controversial immigration ...
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Texas companies race to develop hydrogen as a fuel: Supporters say developing hydrogen as a fuel is critical to slowing climate change. Critics are concerned ...
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Texas companies race to develop hydrogen as a fuel
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85 years after a white mob burned down her childhood home, Opal Lee is moving back.
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85 years after a white mob burned down her childhood home ...
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April 2024 total eclipse guide: How to watch, understand and stay safe on April 8
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April 2024 total eclipse guide: How to watch, understand and stay safe on ...
Quick Glance: Officials caution public to prepare for solar eclipse
  • US officials have warned locals to stock up on food and supplies ahead of a spectacular astronomical event.

  • The solar eclipse on April 8 is expected to attract a large number of tourists to the continent, potentially straining local resources and causing traffic disruptions.

  • Schools in Texas districts are closing due to concerns about traffic and emergency response times.

  • The total solar eclipse will darken the sky, providing a spectacular show visible from Canada to Mexico.
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Ken Paxton challenge could end Austin’s light-rail plans: The attorney general took issue with the financial strategy Austin used to navigate the limits state ...
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Ken Paxton challenge could end Austin’s light-rail plans
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“We Don’t Need More Detention Centers, More Border Patrol”: Fernando García on SB4 & New Spending Law
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“We Don’t Need More Detention Centers, More Border Patrol”: Fernando ...
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Texas GOP chair race deepens party's divide: Some Republicans and candidates are calling for a serious change, warning that the party could be vulnerable in ...
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Texas GOP chair race deepens party's divide
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Texas woman denied abortion decries ‘cruelty’ of Trump 15-week ban proposal: Amanda Zurawski, who nearly died waiting for procedure, says Trump will inflict ...
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Texas woman denied abortion decries ‘cruelty’ of Trump 15-week ban ...
Quick Glance: Trump expresses support for national ban on abortions around 15 weeks of pregnancy
  • Donald Trump suggested supporting a national ban on abortions around 15 weeks of pregnancy.

  • When asked about a specific time limit for the procedure, Trump criticized Democrats for not endorsing such a ban.

  • Trump seemed reluctant to a federal ban, emphasizing that abortion should be a state issue.

  • The discussion on abortion rights is expected to be a key issue in the 2024 election as Democrats and President Biden's campaign clearly oppose Trump's stance.
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Biden courts Latino voters while fundraising in Arizona : President Biden on Tuesday aimed to court Latino voters while fundraising in Arizona ...
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Biden courts Latino voters while fundraising in Arizona 
Quick Glance: Biden Campaigns in Sun Belt: Focus on Latino Voters
  • President Joe Biden embarks on a campaign to strengthen his position in the Sun Belt and reenergize his coalition.

  • Biden emphasizes pro-union and pro-abortion rights messages during stops in Nevada, Arizona, and Texas.

  • The campaign aims to boost support from Latino voters and re-engage crucial constituencies.

  • Democrats focus on expanding the voter base and advancing Biden's reelection through targeted efforts.
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Eclipse will sap solar energy, affecting Texas’ power grid: April 8's solar eclipse could lead to shortfalls in solar energy. ERCOT says it has plans to ...
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Eclipse will sap solar energy, affecting Texas’ power grid
Quick Glance: Inspiring Students Through Solar Eclipse Simulation
  • An Indianapolis teacher uses a solar eclipse simulation to inspire her students.

  • Students simulate a total solar eclipse and learn about the upcoming event.

  • Insight from an astronomy professor and emphasis on eclipse safety.

  • Efforts to ensure students can safely observe the eclipse during a remote learning day.
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Editorial: The states dive deep into immigration. This cannot stand.: Who knew that the nation's immigration system would, in the second decade of the 21st ...
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Editorial: The states dive deep into immigration. This cannot stand.
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Child care costs in Texas pose a major challenge. These panelists discussed potential solutions.
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Child care costs in Texas pose a major challenge. These panelists ...
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Trader Joe’s Houston grocery store to open in Sugar Land: Trader Joe’s plans to open a grocery store in Sugar Land, joining five other Houston locations ...
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Trader Joe’s Houston grocery store to open in Sugar Land
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‘Words can’t describe’: Puggle magic in Royal National Park after 50 years: Ten platypuses were released into Australia’s oldest national park ...
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‘Words can’t describe’: Puggle magic in Royal National Park after 50 years
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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas calls Texas immigration law ‘unconstitutional’
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U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas calls Texas immigration law ...
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Texas’ SB 4 immigration law: What you need to know: Senate Bill 4 seeks to make illegal immigration a state crime and give Texas police the authority to arrest ...
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Texas’ SB 4 immigration law: What you need to know
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Texas’ immigration-enforcement law again kept on hold by federal appeals court: The 2-1 decision came late Tuesday from a three-judge panel at the Fifth Circuit ...
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Texas’ immigration-enforcement law again kept on hold by federal appeals ...
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Chick-fil-A Modifies Its ‘No Antibiotic’ Chicken Policy: The fast food restaurant chain will continue to bar the use of antibiotics used to treat people but will ...
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Chick-fil-A Modifies Its ‘No Antibiotic’ Chicken Policy
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AI execs are turning to fossil fuels to power their tech revolution: The Wall Street Journal reported that one question loomed at an annual energy conference in ...
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AI execs are turning to fossil fuels to power their tech revolution
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Errors raise questions about Texas hand vote count: After declaring a successful hand count of ballots, Gillespie County Republicans had to fix a series of ...
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Errors raise questions about Texas hand vote count
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First drive in Tesla’s new Cybertruck: it’s like a visit from outer space: This stainless steel tank with its flat panels and almost sharp edges looks like a ...
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First drive in Tesla’s new Cybertruck: it’s like a visit from outer space
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Woman mistakes bobble for baby hedgehog and rushes to Cheshire animal hospital: The 'adorable hoglet' was brought in nestled in a cardboard box with ...
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Woman mistakes bobble for baby hedgehog and rushes to Cheshire animal ...
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Kneecap say Catherine Martin will be 'on her own' at SXSW festival as Irish artists pull out
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Kneecap say Catherine Martin will be 'on her own' at SXSW ...
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Scientists studied how cicadas pee. Their insights could shed light on fluid dynamics
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Scientists studied how cicadas pee. Their insights could shed light on ...
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Which is better? Animal or plant protein?: A significant number of Kenyans eat a lot of meat, especially beef, which about 80 per cent of the population prefers.
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Which is better? Animal or plant protein?
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Total solar eclipse could cause air travel delays: FAA: Air traffic and airports along the eclipse's path may be impacted, the FAA said.
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Total solar eclipse could cause air travel delays: FAA
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Man 'recovering well' after pig kidney transplant: Surgeons say using animals for organ donation could cut waiting lists and save lives.
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Man 'recovering well' after pig kidney transplant
Quick Glance: Historic Transplant: Human Receives Genetically Modified Pig Kidney
  • Surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston perform the groundbreaking transplant of a genetically modified pig kidney into a living human.

  • A 62-year-old man from Weymouth, Massachusetts, suffering from end-stage kidney disease, received the organ in a successful four-hour procedure.

  • The hope is that this transplant approach will offer a lifeline to millions of patients worldwide who are suffering from kidney failure.

  • Despite advancements in using animal organs in transplantation, concerns exist regarding ethical considerations and disease transmission.
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Climate change helping drive an increase in large wildfires in the US: The biggest wildfires are happening more often in the U.S. and researchers say climate ...
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Climate change helping drive an increase in large wildfires in the US
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Texas judge blocks AG’s subpoena of migrant nonprofit | The Texas Tribune: The judge questioned Paxton’s true motives to investigate the shelter ...
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Texas judge blocks AG’s subpoena of migrant nonprofit | The Texas Tribune