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A multistate E. coli outbreak has sickened more than a dozen people, including at least one in Oregon, prompting an urgent recall of raw cheddar cheese. Health officials are warning consumers not to eat the affected product while investigators work to confirm the full scope of the contamination and identify additional cases.

An Italian worker was fired after his boss found him playing five-a-side football while officially on sick leave. A tribunal ruled the dismissal unlawful, deciding he must be compensated with around 12,000 euros. The case, reported by Il Messaggero, has drawn attention in Italy, where it feeds an ongoing debate over employees' rights during illness and how far employers can go in checking on absent staff.

The tail end of Hurricane, later Tropical Storm, Nolo is lashing coastal areas with heavy rain, turning surf conditions poor and water quality dismal. A surfer reportedly went out in the storm-churned water and fell sick immediately, prompting jokes about surfers ignoring pollution and staph infection warnings in pursuit of waves despite the health risks.

US health authorities have declared an end to the Salmonella Javiana outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers. In total, 488 people across 34 states fell ill and 65 were hospitalized before the outbreak was contained. Food safety advocates and commentators are noting the scale of the outbreak and the lengthy investigation that traced the illnesses to peppers.

Cleveland Guardians left-hander Parker Messick looked back on his rookie season as he prepares to take the mound for Game 1. The young pitcher spoke about his development and what the moment means as the club opens its postseason run, drawing attention from baseball fans following the matchup.

A discussion is under way over whether taking time off for mental health is a genuine need or an excuse. Advocates argue that stepping away from school or work to rest and recover can prevent burnout and improve wellbeing, while sceptics question whether such absences should carry the same legitimacy as sick days for physical illness. The debate touches employers, schools and health professionals alike, as more workplaces add wellness policies and younger workers increasingly treat mental health as a valid reason to pause.

Cleveland Guardians left-hander Parker Messick spoke with reporters about being named the starter for Game 1 of the American League Division Series. The young pitcher discussed his preparation and mindset heading into the postseason opener. His selection is notable given his limited major league experience, and fans are debating whether the choice gives Cleveland its best chance to advance.

Health officials report that more than a dozen people have fallen ill in a parasite outbreak traced to a hotel swimming pool. The story is being carried by local television stations across several US states. A waterborne parasite such as cryptosporidium is a common culprit in pool-related outbreaks, as it can survive standard chlorine levels. Officials are urging swimmers to avoid pools when experiencing diarrhea and to shower before swimming.

Fantasy football analysts are highlighting Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki among the top players fantasy managers should add on the waiver wire ahead of Week 5, advising early moves before the rush of claims once the weekend's games finish. The column suggests acting now to grab breakout candidates before opponents catch on to their rising value.

Donald Trump has rejected suggestions that he is downplaying the risks of artificial intelligence, while claiming there is a 'SICK conspiracy' being run against data centers. The remarks put him at the centre of the ongoing debate over AI safety, energy demands and the rapid expansion of data center infrastructure, drawing attention from both tech industry figures and AI critics.

US health regulators have opened a new investigation into a Listeria outbreak, confirming 11 people sickened. No food source has been identified and no affected states have been disclosed, leaving the public with limited information. Health writers are urging pregnant women, older adults and immunocompromised people to follow standard precautions against listeriosis while the source is traced.

A nationwide recall of cheese products has been issued after health officials linked them to an E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least 13 people across the United States. Regulators are investigating the source, and consumers are being urged to check their refrigerators and discard affected products.

US health officials have declared the end of a Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers, with 488 people sickened across 34 states. The case count makes it one of the larger produce-linked Salmonella outbreaks in recent years. Coverage is recapping the investigation's course, the affected states, and food safety warnings for consumers handling fresh peppers.

Electric vehicle owners are largely happy with their cars, but a recurring complaint from passengers is motion sickness. The BBC examines possible explanations, including the way EVs accelerate and brake smoothly and quietly, which may affect how passengers' senses perceive motion. Drivers experience the effects less because they anticipate the car's movements. The report is prompting discussion among drivers and those prone to travel sickness.

Frieze has published a feature on artist and writer Johanna Hedva, whose work blends performance, music and writing with themes of illness, pain and care. Hedva, known for exploring chronic sickness and the politics of who is allowed to be sick, is presented as an artist who turns suffering into creative material. Readers are discussing the piece in art circles.

Alabama Politics This Week, hosted by Dale Jackson and Mecca Musick, featured associate attorney general Stanley Woodward Jr. as a special guest this week. The program regularly covers Alabama state political developments, and Woodward's appearance drew attention as the show discussed current issues with a senior Justice Department official.

A raw milk cheese has been recalled across the United States over a potential link to an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 13 people and hospitalized 8. The recall applies nationwide as investigators work to confirm whether the cheese is the source of the infections. Consumers are being urged to check whether the product is in their homes.

A Pac-12 college football program is dealing with a growing mumps outbreak, with dozens of people reported sick, according to Yahoo Sports. The illness is spreading within the team environment, raising questions about player availability and containment measures as the season continues.

An outbreak of foodborne illness linked to Everything Sprouts has sickened 76 people across 16 US states, according to a report by Food Poisoning Bulletin. The cases have prompted concerns about the safety of sprout products and questions about how the contamination occurred and spread so widely.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is tracking a seasonal outbreak of epizootic hemorrhagic disease affecting white-tailed deer and pronghorn in the Casper region. The disease, spread by biting midges, typically flares up in late summer and can cause significant die-offs. Officials are monitoring affected herds and asking the public to report sightings of sick or dead animals.

The Cleveland Guardians have set their rotation for the opening two games of the American League Division Series, handing the ball to rookie standout Messick in Game 1 and AL strikeout leader Williams in Game 2. The assignments signal the club's confidence in its young arms as it opens its postseason run, and fans are debating whether the unproven rookie or the strikeout king should get the ball first.