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- 1Rhodes Gastroenteritis Cases Stay High With Cause Unclear●Rhodes Gastroenteritis Cases Stay High as Cause Remains Unclear
Health authorities on the Greek island of Rhodes are reporting persistently high numbers of gastroenteritis cases, but the source of the outbreak has not been identified. Investigators have yet to determine whether contaminated food, water or another factor is responsible. The ongoing illness levels are drawing attention as the island remains a major summer tourist destination.
- 2Rhode Island Audubon switches to solar to cut fossil fuels▼RI Audubon goes solar in bid to eliminate fossil fuels
The Audubon Society of Rhode Island has moved to solar power as part of an effort to eliminate fossil fuels from its operations, the Providence Journal reports. The shift marks a step toward making the conservation organisation's facilities run on renewable energy.
- 3Rhode Island bridge authority imposes travel restrictions▼RITBA issues travel restrictions on bridges
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued travel restrictions on the bridges it operates. The announcement, reported by WPRI, affects drivers crossing the authority's bridges, though the specific limits and reasons were not detailed in the initial report. Motorists in the region are advised to check for updates before traveling.