The number of cases — and deaths — in Bangladesh is staggering. As of Sunday, 528 have died, mostly children. How did this measles outbreak begin? And how is the country responding?
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The 76th Annual Louisiana Peach Festival will be in Ruston on Saturday, June 6, bringing a full day of live music, local art, family-friendly activities, peach-inspired food, and community traditions to one of Louisiana's longest-running agricultural festivals.
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This year 46 businesses and organizations were recognized as nominees across multiple categories.
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EBT cardholders who shop at Louisiana stores and through approved online retailers will not be affected by this policy change. Louisianans who regularly shop just across the state line in Texas, Mississippi, and Arkansas will also experience little to no disruption, as many of those ZIP codes are included under the policy’s in-state designation.
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The provisions of the agreement include opportunities for the two universities to collaborate academically through avenues such as guest lectures, virtual exchanges, and academic workshops. The agreement also opens doors to collaboration on research and innovation and joint pursuit of strategic funding and grant development.
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The program was created to keep children engaged during summer months and avoid summer reading slumps.
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President Trump announced the unfinalized deal on social media after talks with Israel and other allies. Iran did not officially confirm the deal, and state media contradicted parts of it.
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Three months since the start of its conflict with Iran, the Trump administration is oscillating between strike threats and diplomatic overtures. Neither path has yielded a clear resolution.
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The two-time NASCAR champion died on Thursday, a day after passing out in a Chevrolet simulator.
The National Hurricane Center predicts eight to 14 storms will form during this year's Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1.
Doug Duffey & B.A.D.D. performed at the Rhythm & Relief Concert for KEDM. These talented musicians wowed the crowd with their energy and passion as they volunteered their time and skills to support public radio.
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The program was created to keep children engaged during summer months and avoid summer reading slumps.
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