Amid an E. coli outbreak linked to onions at McDonald’s, experts warn against risky produce like sprouts, salad greens, and cantaloupe. Handling and processing increase contamination risks, with uncooked fruits and vegetables posing a challenge due to the inability to heat away bacteria. While regulations have reduced meat-related outbreaks, E. coli incidents tied to produce remain a concern, especially for vulnerable populations.
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Appeals court lifts blocks on Trump’s orders restricting diversity, equity and inclusion programs
An appeals court lifted a block on executive orders by President Trump seeking to end government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, allowing them to be enforced as a lawsuit unfolds. The court found that the orders could eventually raise concerns about First Amendment rights but ruled that the nationwide injunction was too broad. The orders, which target DEI programs, had been challenged for being unconstitutional and discouraging support for diversity initiatives. Full Article
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