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A few midwives seek to uphold Native Hawaiian birth traditions. Would a state law jeopardize them?

A few midwives seek to uphold Native Hawaiian birth traditions. Would a state law jeopardize them?

HONOLULU (AP) — Ki‘inaniokalani Kahoʻohanohano longed for a deeper connection to her Native Hawaiian ancestors and culture as she prepared to give birth to her first child at home on the north shore of Maui in 2003.
Biden, Meloni meet on sidelines of G7 summit but one notable matter wasn't on the table: abortion

Biden, Meloni meet on sidelines of G7 summit but one notable matter wasn't on the table: abortion

BORGO EGNAZIA, Italy (AP) — President Joe Biden and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had a lot to talk about Friday when they met on the sidelines of the Group of Seven summit, but one notable matter wasn't on the table: abortion, an issue that
Bird flu is highly lethal to some animals, but not to others. Scientists want to know why

Bird flu is highly lethal to some animals, but not to others. Scientists want to know why

NEW YORK (AP) — In the last two years, bird flu has been blamed for the deaths of millions of wild and domestic birds worldwide.
The Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone isn't the last word on the abortion pill

The Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone isn't the last word on the abortion pill

The Supreme Court 's ruling on technical grounds Thursday keeps the abortion pill mifepristone available in the U.S.
Patients going without care due to nursing shortage in Manitoba First Nation

Patients going without care due to nursing shortage in Manitoba First Nation

OTTAWA — The chief of a First Nation in northern Manitoba says its nursing station is operating at half-capacity, and as a result members are going without the care they need.
'Tis the season for swimming and bacteria alerts in lakes, rivers

'Tis the season for swimming and bacteria alerts in lakes, rivers

TUFTONBORO, N.H. (AP) — With summer about to start, many people flocking to their favorite swimming holes may also want to read up on bacteria warnings.
Gov. Hochul considering a face mask ban on New York City subways, citing antisemitic acts

Gov. Hochul considering a face mask ban on New York City subways, citing antisemitic acts

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Gov. Kathy Hochul said Thursday that she is considering a ban on face masks in the New York City subway system due to concerns about people shielding their identities while committing antisemitic acts.

Couples ask judge to find Alabama law that provides legal immunity to IVF providers unconstitutional

MONTGOMERY, Ala.
Converting cow manure to fuel is growing climate solution, but critics say communities put at risk

Converting cow manure to fuel is growing climate solution, but critics say communities put at risk

PIXLEY, Calif. (AP) — The stench of cow feces, urine and ammonia forces residents to keep windows and doors closed in parts of California's farming country.
Make mine medium-rare: Men really do eat more meat than women, study says

Make mine medium-rare: Men really do eat more meat than women, study says

CHICAGO (AP) — Vacationing in Chicago this week from Europe, Jelle den Burger and Nirusa Naguleswaran grabbed a bite at the Dog House Grill: a classic Italian beef sandwich for him, grilled cheese for her.
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