Hopes fade for avalanche survivors at Italian resort
In Farindola the death toll from the Jan. 18 avalanche rose to 17 as 12 remain unaccounted for and rescuers faced a continuing emergency after days of heavy snow and power outages. A second tragedy occurred nearby when a helicopter crashed at Campo Felice ski area, killing six.
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Gorsuch Emerges as Leading Supreme Court Contender
Judge Neil M. Gorsuch of the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver rises as a top candidate for President Trump’s first Supreme Court nomination. A former clerk for Justices White and Kennedy, he is praised for originalist views and clear writing, with a history of easy Senate confirmation.
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Trump administration imposes EPA media blackout on contracts and outreach
The Trump White House issued a temporary suspension of new EPA contracts and bans on press releases and social media posts, directing staff to route media inquiries to a central office. Officials say the freeze affects outside vendors but will not halt pollution cleanup or infrastructure work, while officials nationwide seek guidance on impacts.
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Cancer death gaps widen in poor U S areas
A new study shows cancer death rates rose up to 50 percent in poorer regions with high obesity and smoking, while wealthier areas saw declines near 50 percent. From 1980 to 2014 the national rate fell 20 percent, but regional outcomes varied greatly.
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Flint Overlead Levels Drop Below Federal Action Threshold
Michigan officials say Flint's lead in drinking water fell to 12 ppb in the latest six months, below the 15 ppb action limit, beating the prior period's 20 ppb. The mayor notes continued monitoring and a long pipe replacement program, while residents urge caution and bottled water use amid skepticism.
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