Rina Torchinsky
Stories
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Science
Elon Musk hints at a crewed mission to Mars in 2029
In 2016, Musk said that a "meaningful number of people" could reach the red planet in 10 years. Now, he seems to predict a crewed Mars landing in 2029.
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Health
Stroke rates are increasing among young people. Here's what you need to know
Hailey Bieber's blood clot in the brain shows that young people can experience stroke-like symptoms, too. And among young people, stroke rates are on the rise.
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Politics
Obama has tested positive for COVID
The former president said he tested positive for COVID-19. He has a scratchy throat "but am feeling fine otherwise." He said he is vaccinated and boosted.
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Health
Therapy dogs can help relieve pain in the ER
They have offered comfort at nursing homes, schools — even disaster sites. Now, a study shows that a 10-minute visit from therapy dogs can help relieve emergency room patients' pain.
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Environment
GM plans to test using electric vehicles as a power backup for homes
General Motors and California's Pacific Gas & Electric are aiming to test the technology by this summer. Ford previously announced a similar feature on its electric F-150 Lightning pickup.
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Food
McDonald's, Coca-Cola and Starbucks join a corporate exodus from Russia
The big American companies are the latest to suspend their operations in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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World
A joint Europe-Russia mission to Mars is likely to be delayed because of sanctions
The mission, which had been set for this year, is a part of the ExoMars program to search for signs of life on Mars. It's likely to be delayed by nations' response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Sports
From chess to tennis, global sports organizations distance themselves from Russia
The International Chess Federation banned tournaments in Russia and Belarus. It's among several actions taken by sports organizations against Russia in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
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Business
Target is raising its minimum wage to as much as $24/hour
The retail giant currently pays a $15-per-hour starting wage, but said it would raise it to as much as $24. Companies have been boosting pay and benefits in an effort to keep and attract workers.
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Health
FDA warns against using another powdered baby formula after a second death
The FDA now cautions against using a specific lot of Abbott Nutrition's Similac PM 60/40 after a second infant dies. Abbott voluntarily recalled the specialty product on Monday.