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Trader Joe’s Issues Recall for Signature Soup Dumplings Trader Joe’s has issued a recall for its signature steamed chicken soup dumplings with a best-by date of March 7, 2025. The popular grocery chain announced the recall due to the potential presence of “foreign materials” or plastics in the product. This marks at least the sixth product recall for Trader Joe’s so far this year. In February, the company recalled four products for potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination and another product for possible foreign material. Customers who have purchased the affected soup dumplings are advised to return them to the store for…

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A powerful blizzard wreaked havoc on the Sierra Nevada mountains, causing chaos for residents and travelers alike. The storm brought more than 10 feet of snow to higher elevations, shutting down Interstate 80 in Northern California and forcing ski resorts to close their doors. The extreme blizzard was dubbed “as bad as it gets” by meteorologists, creating treacherous driving conditions, power outages, and closures of major highways. Avalanche danger was rated as high to extreme in backcountry areas, posing a serious threat to those living near Lake Tahoe. Tens of thousands of homes in California and Nevada were left without…

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a concerning increase in measles cases across the United States, with at least 41 cases reported in 16 states so far this year. This staggering rise in cases has raised fears among experts that the country could face a repeat of last year’s surge in measles infections. Dr. Daskalakis, a CDC official, has warned about the risks of low vaccination coverage in communities, which can lead to outbreaks of preventable diseases like measles. The CDC is currently providing support to investigators in Florida, the state with the most reported measles…

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In a fortunate turn of events, SpaceX took advantage of a weather delay to successfully launch 23 Starlink satellites from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission, known as Starlink 6-40, saw the addition of the Starlink Version 2 Mini satellites to the ever-growing low Earth orbit constellation. The Falcon 9 rocket liftoff occurred at 10:30 a.m. EST on Feb. 29, marking only the fourth time an orbital launch has happened on Leap Day. The first stage booster, tail number B1076, made a successful landing on the droneship ‘Just Read the Instructions’ in the Atlantic Ocean. The…

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Parties in Gaza Offer Mixed Signals on Cease-Fire Negotiations Parties involved in negotiations for a possible cease-fire in Gaza are sending mixed signals, with no clear breakthrough in sight. Hamas’s political leader Ismail Haniyeh stated that the group is open to talks but remains dedicated to protecting the people of Gaza. Meanwhile, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of Egypt expressed optimism that a truce could be reached in the coming days. Mediated negotiations are taking place in Doha, Cairo, and Paris, with Hamas pushing for a permanent cease-fire while Israel is adamant on continuing until Hamas is eliminated. Despite ongoing talks,…

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Actor Gary Sinise Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Late Son Mac Battling Rare Cancer Actor and philanthropist Gary Sinise recently took to Instagram to honor his late son Mac, who tragically passed away at the age of 33 after a five and a half year battle with rare cancer chordoma. Sinise shared a touching tribute, directing followers to the Gary Sinise Foundation website to learn more about their family’s journey. In his post, Sinise also reflected on his wife’s battle with stage 3 breast cancer in 2018 and expressed gratitude that she is now cancer-free. Chordoma is a rare cancer that…

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At the 2024 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, Qualcomm made waves by showcasing its latest generation of chips and AI models for mobile devices. The company’s CFO and COO, Akash Palkhiwala, took the stage to discuss Qualcomm’s artificial intelligence hub and the various use cases across devices. One of the highlights of Qualcomm’s presentation was the AI hub, which allows developers to easily access and deploy more than 75 language models for a variety of applications. Palkhiwala emphasized the potential of deploying large language models on edge devices such as phones, PCs, automotive, and IoT devices, with Qualcomm’s chips…

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The highly anticipated SpaceX Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station is set to launch on March 1, 2024, from NASA’s Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center. The white SpaceX Endeavour Dragon capsule has been mated to its Falcon 9 rocket in preparation for the mission, which will include a four-person crew consisting of NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barrett, Jeannette Epps, and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin. The Crew-8 astronauts arrived at the Kennedy Space Center on Sunday for final preparations ahead of the launch, which was originally scheduled for Feb. 22 but was delayed to March 1 to…

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The Financial Times Offers Special Promotion for Print Edition Great news for print lovers! The Financial Times is currently running a special promotion for its print edition. For just $199, readers can now subscribe for 12 months and enjoy the iconic FT print edition delivered to their door Monday to Saturday. Subscribers will not only have the satisfaction of holding valuable insight and expertise in their hands but also benefit from the convenience of having it delivered to their doorstep regularly. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who prefer the tangible experience of reading a physical newspaper. The Financial…

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The Puck Drop: UFC Mexico City Results Revealed The latest UFC event in Mexico City did not disappoint as fans witnessed intense matchups and jaw-dropping results. MMA Fighting provided a detailed rundown of the fight card, headlined by the highly anticipated rematch between former UFC champion Brandon Moreno and Brandon Royval. In a thrilling bout, Moreno emerged victorious once again against Royval, solidifying his dominance in the octagon. The co-main event was equally exhilarating, with Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega going head-to-head in a featherweight rematch that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The main card also featured…

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