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CDC Warns of Measles Risk for TravelersThe CDC has updated its warning regarding the risk of measles transmission among travelers, reporting 62 cases of infectious individuals flying within or into the U.S. this year. The agency now advises all travelers to be fully vaccinated before international travel and suggests postponing trips if vaccinations can't be obtained. The current outbreak has seen over 1,088 cases in the U.S., primarily linked to domestic outbreaks, prompting increased vigilance...

The White House is bustling ahead of Elon Musk's meeting with Donald Trump, marking a significant public event. Their meeting is anticipated to be friendly, with both praising Musk’s contributions, although tensions have surfaced due to Musk's recent criticisms of Trump's policies. Additionally, Musk may face questions regarding allegations of drug use during the Trump campaign, which White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller downplayed by focusing on border drug issues. Full Article

Thirteen-year-old Faizan Zaki from Dallas won the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee by correctly spelling "éclaircissement," marking his triumph after placing second the previous year. The competition saw him overcoming challenges, including a brief misstep with the word "commelina," but he ultimately secured victory as confetti fell around him. This year, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Bee, 243 contestants competed, with many participating for the first time, showcasing the event's growth since its inception....

Over the past week, six dead gray whales have been discovered in the San Francisco Bay area, coinciding with an unusually high number of whale sightings this year. The whales were found between May 21 and Wednesday, with causes of death still unclear; three of the deceased whales were confirmed to have died from boat strikes. Researchers are investigating the reasons behind the spike in sightings, with 14 gray whales and a minke whale reported...

An Alaska man, Kell Morris, survived being trapped face-down under a 700-pound boulder in a creek for about three hours, thanks to his wife, Jo Roop, who held his head above water until help arrived. The incident occurred near Godwin Glacier while hiking on a rocky trail, where Morris tumbled down an embankment and was struck by the boulder. With the assistance of local firefighters and a helicopter, he was airlifted to a hospital, where...

Multiple senior officials from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are departing the Trump administration as Elon Musk steps away from his role as a Special Government Employee. Key departures include James Burnham, DOGE's chief attorney, and Steve Davis, a senior adviser, along with Katie Miller, who will work with Musk post-departure. Although Musk plans to remain an unofficial adviser to President Trump, his critical remarks regarding Trump's recent spending bill have raised questions about...