E-cigs raise formaldehyde exposure concerns study says
A New England Journal of Medicine brief reports that ten puffs from an electronic cigarette may deliver about 2.5 times more formaldehyde than one tobacco cigarette. Formaldehyde exposure arises from heated e liquid components and is linked to cancer risks per WHO IARC and EPA.
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King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia Dies in Riyadh at 90
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz died in Riyadh after a long reign noted for cautious reforms. He became de facto regent in 1995 and ruled since 2006, with Crown Prince Salman succeeding him. Obama called the death a loss for U.S.-Saudi ties. The king was born in 1924 and pursued gradual changes while balancing conservative clerics and a youthful population.
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Congress Bans Federal Funds for Abortion in House Vote
The U S House approved a bill to permanently bar federal subsidies for abortions in health plans, amid party rifts over stricter 20 week limits. The measure, 242 to 179, faces Senate hurdles, while anti abortion demonstrators march on the capital.
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Obama to skip Netanyahu meeting during Israel elections
President Obama and Prime Minister Netanyahu will not meet during Netanyahu’s Washington visit to address AIPAC and speak to Congress near Israel’s March 17 election. White House spokeswoman explains heads of state avoid signaling influence on foreign elections.
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U S Cuts Staff at Yemen Embassy Amid Turmoil
The United States has further reduced its staff at the U S Embassy in Sanaa Yemen officials said amid escalating turmoil. The embassy remains open and continues to operate with a reduced American personnel level as resources are realigned based on the security situation.
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