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'McDonald's Closes Restaurants in Crimea as Conflict Heats Up

McDonald's is pulling out of Crimea. It turns out that the fast food chain has "temporarily" suspended operations at its restaurants as conflict heats up.

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'Ebola Outbreak Update: Virus Spreads in Africa to Mali and Ghana

The Ebola virus continues to spread in Africa. Now, though, the Guinean Ambassador to Liberia, Abdoulaye Dore, has given a new update about the status of the virus within the country.
'Fat or Fit? New Gallup Study Reveals Thinnest Cities Across the Country

A new Gallup study reveals which cities are the fattest and thinnest across the country.
'Eating Watermelon May Lower Your Blood Pressure

Watermelon is seen as a favorite summer treat. Now, though, researchers have found that watermelon can significantly reduce blood pressure in overweight individuals both at rest and while under stress.
'Mali Works to Halt Spread of Deadly Ebola Virus from Guinea: Three Suspected Cases

The deadly Ebola virus continues to spread. Now, Mali authorities have reported three suspected cases of the virus, and Liberia is also feelings its effects.
'E-Cigarette Liquid Nicotine Poisons Children: FDA Examines New Regulations

Accidental exposure to the nicotine fluid in e-cigarette refills has caused a substantial rise in the calls to poison control centers.
'FDA Approves New Drug to Prevent Opioid Overdose and Heroin Deaths

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Evzio, a naloxone autoinjector, which may just help officials battle the increasing tide of opioid and heroin overdoses in the United States.
'Craft Beer Popularity Rises: Airlines Serve Beverages on Flights

The popularity of craft beer continues to rise as consumers seek out offerings from local and regional breweries. Now, though, it looks as if craft beer may be taking to the air. Airlines have started adding craft beers to their in-flight offerings.
'Ebola Outbreak: Guinea Rushes to Contain Virus as Death Toll Hits 84

The Ebola virus is continuing to spread in Guinea. Now, the fever has claimed the lives of 84 people out of the 134 infected with the sickness.
'Morning Sunlight May Help Manage Your Weight

Want to shed the pounds? Then you may want to get more sunlight. New research has revealed that the timing, intensity and duration of your light exposure during the day are all linked to your weight.
'Dark Chocolate May Prevent Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

Do you like dark chocolate? Then you may be in luck. It turns out that key ingredients in chocolate can actually help prevent diabetes.
'CDC Sodium Guidelines Too Low for Good Health: Eat More Salt

Do you eat too much salt? You may be eating just the right amount, surprisingly. A new study has found that the average daily sodium intake of most Americans is associated with better health than the levels currently recommended by the CDC.
'Cup of Early Grey Tea May Combat Heart Disease and Lower Cholesterol

Could a cup of Earl Grey tea improve your health? It just might be able to. Scientists have found that the tea can lower cholesterol and cut the risk of heart disease.
'UN Focuses on Climate Change: New Emphasis on Food Security and Carbon Targets

Climate change is impacting the world, changing environments and threatening nations' food security. Now, though, the UN's new report on climate change reveals that the time for environmental shifts may already be upon us.
'Children Confuse Burger King Apple Slices for French Fries in Fast Food Ads

We all know fast food isn't the healthiest, but there's been a new push to give kids better choices when they decide to go to their favorite restaurant. Now, though, it turns out that kids are mistaking these healthier options for unhealthy choices, which may impact what they decide to eat.