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Nobel Laureates Oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Nomination for Health Secretary

In a powerful statement, 77 Nobel laureates have expressed their opposition to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) under President-elect Donald Trump. The Nobel Prize winners, who come from diverse fields including medicine, chemistry, physics, and economics,......

Mpox Cases in Africa Surpass 62,000 in 2024, with Over 1,200 Deaths

Mpox cases in Africa have surpassed 62,000 since the start of 2024, with more than 13,500 confirmed infections and 1,200 related deaths, according to a recent report from the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). The latest data highlights the gravity of the outbreak, as it......

First Case of New Mpox Variant Detected in Canada

The Public Health Agency of Canada has reported the country's first case of infection with a new variant of the mpox virus. The infected individual, a resident of Manitoba, contracted the clade 1b variant, according to federal health officials. Despite this development, the agency assured that the......

First Mpox Case in the U.S. Detected in California

The United States has confirmed its first case of Mpox (commonly known as Monkeypox) in California, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Saturday. The patient recently traveled from East Africa, where the outbreak continues to spread, according to the CDC. The individual......

Key Customs and Taxation Amendments in Morocco's 2025 Finance Bill

In a meeting held on Tuesday, the Finance and Economic Development Committee at the House of Representatives discussed several proposed amendments to Morocco's 2025 Finance Bill (PLF), which primarily focus on customs and fiscal measures. These amendments were reviewed in the presence of the Minister......

Fast Food Chains Act Swiftly to Remove Onions Amid E. Coli Concerns

In a proactive response to a significant E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders, major fast-food chains including Burger King, Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut have removed onions from select locations. This decision follows a food safety alert issued by the Centers for Disease Control......

Morocco's Strategic Health Tax Reform: Balancing Public Wellness with Economic Growth

Morocco's parliament is taking bold steps toward modernizing its tax system through a comprehensive Finance Bill that targets consumable goods with significant public health implications. The proposed legislation, discussed in a recent ministerial council session led by King Mohammad VI, aims to......

Agadir's Ambitious Stray Animal Shelter: Morocco's Humane Approach to Urban Wildlife Management

Morocco is taking a significant step forward in addressing its stray animal crisis with the construction of a major shelter in Agadir. This state-of-the-art facility, designed to accommodate approximately 1,000 dogs and 200 cats, represents a shift towards more humane and sustainable urban animal management......

Tragic Alcohol Poisoning Outbreak Claims Lives in Iran

In a devastating incident, at least 26 individuals have died in Iran after consuming alcoholic beverages contaminated with toxic methanol, according to state media reports. The official IRNA news agency revealed that the fatalities occurred across various cities and towns in the northern provinces of......