Thanksgiving travel forecast hits new high amid security
About 46.9 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from home, the largest since 2007, as lower gas prices cushion costs. Roughly 25 million will fly, with most travel domestic. A State Department alert adds security concerns for holiday plans.
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State Department terror warning casts shadow over travel
After the Paris attacks, a State Department terror alert warns of possible strikes at sports events and theaters, plus aviation. TSA hints at longer screening lines as travelers report intense security measures including dog patrols and removed toothpaste.
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Carson Cratering as Trump Rises in GOP Power Rankings
USA TODAY notes Ben Carson slips from the top three in the weekly GOP Power Rankings for the first time since October amid the Paris attacks aftermath. Panelists say Carson lacks front-runner support while Donald Trump strengthens, with no first-place votes for Carson this week.
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Trump still leads in volatile GOP race after week of shifts
In week 13 Trump holds top spot with 18 first place votes as Rubio and Cruz gain while Carson slips. Cain notes Cruz and Rubio rising. Leubsdorf cites Carson’s stance issues and evangelical drift to Cruz. Jindal exits race, narrowing evangelical competition in Iowa. analysts say field shifting slowly.
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Daily HIV PrEP pill prevents infection but uptake is low
CDC reports about 1.2 million Americans could benefit from PrEP using Truvada, yet only about 21,000 take it. PrEP reduces HIV risk by 92% in men who have sex with men and over 70% in injection drug users, while doctors cite kidney and bone risks and access barriers including cost and insurance coverage.
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