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An earthquake of 4.1 preliminary magnitude was reported in Tennessee on Saturday morning, with tremors felt in Atlanta, Georgia, and western North Carolina. The U.S. Geological Survey indicated the quake originated shortly after 9 a.m. EDT, about 12 miles from Greenback, Tennessee, south of Knoxville, prompting reactions from locals, including Gabriela Reilly in Braselton, Georgia, who initially mistook the shaking for a low-flying aircraft. The Eastern Tennessee seismic zone, known for its activity, has experienced...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is urging U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to address severe disruptions at Newark Airport, citing a recent spate of flight delays and cancellations linked to outdated technology. Schumer expressed concerns over aviation safety, highlighting issues such as radar failures and communication problems among traffic controllers, and called for immediate improvements, including a direct fiber-optic connection to enhance operations. In response, Duffy attributed the situation to long-standing infrastructure neglect, claiming that...

The Minnesota Timberwolves have launched an investigation after fans made "racially charged" comments toward Warriors forward Draymond Green during Game 2 of the NBA playoffs. One fan was ejected, while another left before being identified, prompting ongoing inquiries by the team. Green expressed frustration over perceived bias against him, emphasizing his success and education, while the Timberwolves reiterated their commitment to a respectful environment. The Timberwolves won the game 117-93, leveling the series at 1-1....

SummaryPresident Trump plans to sign an executive order aimed at reducing medication costs for Medicare by implementing a "Most Favored Nation's Policy," which ties U.S. drug prices to the lowest prices paid by other countries. This proposal, which targets drugs administered in doctors' offices, faced obstacles during Trump's first term due to legal challenges and was abandoned by the Biden administration. The pharmaceutical industry opposes the policy, arguing it could harm innovation and profits, while...

Summary of Listeria Outbreak and Recall At least 10 individuals have been hospitalized in California and Nevada due to a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat foods from Fresh & Ready Foods LLC, prompting a voluntary recall of over 80 products with best-by dates between April 22 and May 19. The FDA and CDC reopened their investigation in April 2025 after discovering listeria in environmental samples from the company. Consumers and retailers are advised to clean...

Ground Stops at Major Airports Impact Mother's Day Travel On Mother's Day weekend, ground stops at Newark Liberty International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport disrupted travel for many passengers. Atlanta's stop was due to a runway equipment issue, causing over 530 flight delays and three cancellations, while Newark's was linked to FAA equipment outages and telecommunications problems at a nearby traffic control facility. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed concerns about ongoing airspace issues, emphasizing...