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A 40-year-old woman was stung by a scorpion while retrieving her luggage at Boston Logan International Airport in Massachusetts, leading to her hospitalization. The scorpion's presence at the airport remains under investigation, with bark scorpions being the only U.S. species known to carry potentially serious venom. Symptoms of a scorpion sting can include intense pain, numbness, swelling, and allergic reactions, with some cases resulting in life-threatening anaphylaxis. Full Article

A New York City day care center owner, Grei Mendez, was sentenced to 45 years in prison after a toddler died from ingesting fentanyl at her facility. Mendez pleaded guilty to drug charges related to the incident, where a 22-month-old child died and three others were poisoned. The judge emphasized that Mendez prioritized her own family over the safety of the children in her care, leading to a tragic outcome and a lengthy prison term....

Israeli troops recently tore down a shed belonging to a Palestinian family in al-Tuwaneh, West Bank, as part of ongoing destruction targeting hamlets in the area. The documentary "No Other Land," which won an Oscar, depicts the struggles of the community and was celebrated by residents. The film, co-directed by Basel Adra and Yuval Abraham, highlights the destruction in Masafer Yatta and has won international awards. The area has faced threats and pressure since the...

The Philadelphia Eagles have released veteran cornerback Darius Slay to save $4.3 million against their salary cap, allowing them to make other offseason moves. Slay, a six-time Pro Bowl player, was a key part of the Eagles' defense but was let go to create space for younger players. Slay is looking to play one more year and may potentially return to the Detroit Lions, where he started his career and had significant success. Full Article

Robert Crimo III, accused of killing seven people with a high-powered rifle during a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago in 2022, unexpectedly pleaded guilty to 69 criminal counts, including murder and attempted murder, resulting in at least seven consecutive life sentences without parole. The attack left Highland Park in shock, with dozens wounded and town events cancelled, and efforts to prosecute Crimo had been ongoing for years, despite his father's involvement in helping...

Pope Francis experienced two acute respiratory crises, attributing to a significant accumulation of mucus in his bronchial tubes due to pneumonia, while hospitalized in Rome for over two weeks with double pneumonia and a complex infection. Despite alternating between improvements and setbacks, the 88-year-old pontiff has remained alert and cooperative as doctors suctioned mucus from his airways. Concerns about his health persist, with speculation on the possibility of resignation dismissed by the Vatican. Full Article