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Karl-Anthony Towns opens up about ongoing emotional journey after mother's death
NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns is still grappling with the emotional aftermath of his mother's passing six years ago due to complications from COVID-19.
Kelly Nhedega's plans derailed by pregnancy at 16.
Aid cuts and shipping disruptions are exacerbating challenges in accessing contraceptives in Africa, making it difficult for girls like Nhedega to pursue their education.
Protests Against School Funding Cuts Result in Thousands of Arrests in France
Youth protests demanding better funding for schools in France have led to thousands of arrests and raised concerns about police tactics.
US Food and Drug Administration Extends Safety Review of Mifepristone into Next Year
The FDA will extend its safety review of mifepristone, the nation's primary abortion pill, until next year.
Plague Remains Present-Day Threat Despite Belief It's a Relic of the Past
The World Health Organization reports that most human cases of the plague have occurred in Africa since the 1990s, with an average of seven cases reported annually in the United States.
Failed Execution Attempt in Tennessee Raises Concerns Over Lethal Injection Drugs
A Texas man's scheduled execution has been put on hold due to concerns over the potential degradation of lethal injection drugs used in his case.
Kenyan Authorities Confirm First Imported Ebola Case
A traveler from Congo has died of Ebola in Nairobi, marking Kenya's first imported case of the disease.
Worker at Plague Research Institute in Siberia Dies from Unknown Cause Pneumonia
A worker at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute in Siberia has died after contracting pneumonia of an unknown cause, prompting Russian authorities to take swift action to contain the spread of the disease.
California Governor Newsom Faces Lawsuit Over Healthcare Tax
A lawsuit has been filed against California's Governor Gavin Newsom and the State Legislature over a recently approved healthcare tax that could increase insurance premiums for residents.