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Deadly Screwworm Reappears in Texas After 60 Years, Threatening Livestock
HealthAl JazeeraSCMPEL PAIS+2japan-timesn1-bih2mo ago5 sources

Deadly Screwworm Reappears in Texas After 60 Years, Threatening Livestock

The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in Texas for the first time in 60 years, prompting a rapid containment effort by US authorities. The re-emergence of this deadly parasite poses a significant threat to the nation's cattle supply and livestock industry.

US Imposes New Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labor Claims
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+89FTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeranrknzzyle-uutiset+81 more24d ago92 sources

US Imposes New Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labor Claims

The United States has imposed new tariffs on 60 trading partners, including the EU and China, citing claims of forced labor. This move has drawn opposition from China and dismay from other affected countries, with some questioning the legal basis.

US Battles New World Screwworm Infestation in Texas
Worldrzeczpospolita1mo ago

US Battles New World Screwworm Infestation in Texas

The United States is combating an infestation of the New World screwworm in Texas, utilizing biological methods and pharmacological solutions, with authorities seeking FDA approval for ivermectin use.

Flesh-Eating Screwworm Parasite Detected in Texas Calf, Prompting Quarantine
HealthBBCbloombergNYT+32The GuardianFox Newscnbcnosfazaftonbladetle-figaroSCMP+24 more2mo ago35 sources

Flesh-Eating Screwworm Parasite Detected in Texas Calf, Prompting Quarantine

A flesh-eating New World screwworm parasite, previously eradicated in the United States for decades, has been confirmed in a calf in Texas. This discovery has prompted the USDA to issue a quarantine and initiate efforts to prevent the spread of the dangerous parasite, which poses a threat to livestock.

Texas Screwworm Outbreak Continues with New Infections Reported
HealthcnbcThe IndependentYahoo2mo ago3 sources

Texas Screwworm Outbreak Continues with New Infections Reported

New cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas, with two more infections found in animals, prompting officials to continue implementing strategies involving sterile insects to prevent the parasite from devastating the nation's cattle industry.

US-Iran Tensions Simmer Amid Conflicting Reports on Nuclear Deal Progress
CultureBBCbloombergNYT+27Al Jazeeraabc-australiaberlingskeDWSCMPNHK WorlddeloThe Independent+19 more2mo ago30 sources

US-Iran Tensions Simmer Amid Conflicting Reports on Nuclear Deal Progress

Tensions between the US and Iran continue to simmer following recent clashes in the Gulf, with conflicting reports emerging regarding potential breakthroughs in nuclear material removal talks. While President Trump claimed negotiations were progressing well, Iran indicated no significant advancements.

New World screwworm detected near US border
HealthThe Independent4mo ago

New World screwworm detected near US border

Officials have confirmed the presence of New World screwworm, parasitic flies that lay eggs in open wounds, just 90 miles from the US border, with Texas agriculture commissioner Sid Miller calling it an "imminent threat."