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US health authorities have linked an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, to shredded lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations. The CDC and FDA are investigating the contamination, and the fast-food chain is expected to remove affected lettuce. Consumers are being advised to watch for symptoms such as diarrhea and nausea after eating there.

Donald Trump has given a formal red carpet welcome to China's President Xi Jinping, according to ABC News. The meeting between the leaders of the world's two largest economies is drawing attention as observers watch for signals on trade, tariffs and broader US-China relations. Details of any agreements reached during the visit have not yet been reported.

Virginia Democrats have asked the US Supreme Court to step in after a state court rejected their redistricting plan, seeking to override the state ruling. The dispute centers on the drawing of the state's legislative district maps, with Democrats hoping the justices will revive their favored boundaries ahead of upcoming elections. The case adds to the ongoing national battles over redistricting and political mapmaking.

Megan Fox is drawing attention for her new commercial campaign with telehealth company Ro, promoting erectile dysfunction medication in an all-red ensemble. Outlets including Variety note the ad aims to ease taboos around the condition. Separately, Machine Gun Kelly publicly responded to a fake post claiming he had 'fumbled' his relationship with Fox, adding to the online buzz around the actress.

Paris Saint-Germain delivered a dominant performance against Manchester City in the Champions League, with Dutch media describing PSG as overwhelming their opponents. The match also saw Michael Olise receive a red card, described as a 'very dumb' dismissal. The results are drawing attention from football fans in the Netherlands tracking the European competition standings.

Ukraine reportedly struck Russian datacenters, and traffic on major U.S. political subreddits dropped sharply in the aftermath. The timing has fueled speculation online that the facilities hosted infrastructure used for coordinated activity or automation on Reddit, though no official confirmation has linked the strike to the traffic decline.

Older people in the UK who do not qualify for Pension Credit may still be able to cut their bills. The Mirror reports that pensioners who miss out on Pension Credit can 'just ask' their local council for a council tax reduction worth up to £46 a week. The reminder comes amid ongoing attention to Pension Credit take-up and support for low-income pensioners.

LASK Linz are set to take on Liverpool in a Champions League fixture, with the English side under pressure to respond after recent setbacks. Football fans and pundits are sharing predictions for the match, with many expecting the Reds to push for a win to regain form in Europe. Interest is being reported from Mexico and Italy.

Major League Soccer is trending internationally amid a busy stretch of results: the Vancouver Whitecaps, down to ten men, drew 1-1 with LAFC thanks to an Oliver Larraz goal, Nashville beat Austin 4-1 behind rookie goalkeeper Brian Schwake, Charlotte FC edged FC Dallas 3-2, and Orlando City beat Columbus by the same score. Roster moves also made news, including Red Bull New York signing winger Pedro Castro on a short-term deal ahead of a match against San Diego FC, while Toronto FC faced CF Montreal and Real Salt Lake visited Philadelphia.

A tiger killed a man who climbed into its enclosure at a wildlife park. The animal was reportedly not put down, with authorities treating the incident as a trespassing case rather than fault of the tiger. Coverage has focused on zoo safety barriers and why the man entered the enclosure.

Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT announced it has achieved a breakthrough in chip technology that rivals such as Samsung had spent years pursuing. The claim remains unsubstantiated, but it was enough to jolt stock markets, sending share prices moving as investors weighed China's push to close the gap in advanced semiconductors against foreign incumbents.

A whole chicken cooked in a covered clay pot using an ancient village cooking method is attracting enormous attention, with engagement approaching ten million. The technique involves sealing the bird in mud or clay and slow-cooking it, a traditional preparation being showcased by a rural cooking channel that films outdoor recipes on a large scale.

Example.com has launched what is being described as its most significant redesign in decades, a change documented in a detailed retrospective of the site's visual history. The redesign is drawing heavy attention online, with readers debating how the once plain reference page has evolved and what the new look signals about the direction of the web.

The MLB postseason is underway, with wild card games streaming live and divisional series matchups set. Rosters are being finalized, including the White Sox's AL Division Series lineup and the Braves designating Luke Williams for assignment. Attention is on series like Red Sox versus Yankees and Padres facing tough pitching in the NLDS, with oddsmakers releasing favorites for every divisional round matchup.

Forecasts for the 2026 housing market are drawing attention, with a central question being when, or whether, home prices will finally fall. Buyers frustrated by high mortgage rates and limited affordability are watching analyst projections closely, while experts remain divided on whether 2026 will bring meaningful price declines or continued elevated costs.

Reports circulating online claim a woman destroyed $2.7 million worth of wine after she was fired from her job. The story is drawing widespread attention and reaction, with many debating the scale of the damage and the circumstances that supposedly led to it. Details about who she is, where it happened, and whether any charges were filed remain unclear.