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Which animal in Florida may be behind a rise in transmitted cases of leprosy?

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Nine-banded armadillos were identified as the animals known to carry the bacteria that causes the disease.

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Which U.S. state passed a law raising the minimum wage for fast-food workers to $20 per hour?

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The new California law takes effect April 1 and ensures fast-food workers in the Golden State have the highest guaranteed base salary in the fast-food industry.

What happened to U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, (D-Texas)?

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The carjacking took place about a mile from the Capitol and involved three armed attackers. Cuellar was unharmed.

Which pop singer has announced a 13-stop tour this winter?

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“All I Want for Christmas Is You” singer Mariah Carey is going on a Merry Christmas One and All tour. Tickets go on sale Oct. 6.

India told which country to remove 41 of its 62 diplomats?

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India told Canada to remove the 41 diplomats after Canada accused India of being involved in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in suburban Vancouver.

Which military branch is launching a sweeping recruitment overhaul to reverse enlistment shortfalls and focus more on young people?

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The Army is creating a professional force of recruiters rather than rely on soldiers randomly assigned the job of finding new enlistments.

What does Apple say caused its recently released iPhone 15 models to heat up and spark?

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Apple says the software bug, along with other issues tied to apps, including Instagram and Uber, are “causing the iPhone 15 to overload the system.”

Which celebrity is facing a second U.K. police investigation for harassment and stalking?

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The allegations against actor and comedian Russell Brand allegedly took place between 2018 and 2022.

Who was killed in a small plane crash this week?

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North Dakota State Senator Doug Larsen, along with his wife and their two young children, died after the plane crashed Sunday evening shortly after takeoff.

Which celebrity made news for attending a second NFL football game?

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Singer Taylor Swift was spotted at another Kansas City Chiefs game amid rumors she’s dating Travis Kelce, the Chiefs’ star tight end.

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