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Could flesh-eating screwworms end up in your beef? USDA reveals risk level

The New World screwworm, a parasite that eats flesh, has returned to the US. It was eradicated in the 1960s. The USDA says there is a risk it could be in beef. But experts say it is not a threat to our food.

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Humanoid robots perform live surgery in world first

Humanoid robots helped surgeons with two surgeries. The robots used standard surgical tools. They worked inside an operating room. This was the first time robots did live surgery.

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Pixel Watch 5 leak shows off four different finishes

Leaked computer images show what the new Google Pixel Watch 5 will look like. The watch will come in four different colors: black, silver, yellow gold, and a dark gold. Each color will be paired with a different colored band. This news comes before Google's official event next month.

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India’s goods trade deficit widens to $30.4bn in June

India's trade deficit grew in June. The country imported more goods than it exported. This means India bought more things from other countries than it sold.

Jul 14, 10:49upd. 18d
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Wells Fargo profit jumps on interest income boost, trading windfall

Wells Fargo made more money in the second quarter because it earned more interest from loans and made a big profit from trading. This is good news for the bank. The bank's stock price went up.

Jul 14, 10:54upd. 18d
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Bank of America profit rises on trading boost

Bank of America made more money in the first quarter of 2024 because people were buying and selling things on the stock market. This helped the bank's profits.

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European shares slip as Middle East tensions spook investors

European shares went down because of problems in the Middle East. Many investors are worried about what might happen next. This makes them less likely to invest in European companies.

Jul 14, 09:01upd. 18d
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Iran executes 2 Islamic State members convicted of armed rebellion

Iran executed two people who were part of the Islamic State group. They were found guilty of fighting against the government. This is the first time Iran has executed members of the group.

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