
France detects Ebola virus in doctor who traveled to Congo
France has detected the Ebola virus in a doctor who had traveled to Congo, prompting public-health monitoring and contact tracing to contain any potential exposure.
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France has detected the Ebola virus in a doctor who had traveled to Congo, prompting public-health monitoring and contact tracing to contain any potential exposure.

Scout Motors says its Terra pickup and Traveler SUV, both using the Harvester range extender, were thought to incur a 50% tow-rating drop with the extender. CEO Scott Keogh says the company has a “tool kit” and potential solutions to address the issue, but won’t disclose details yet. Production is expected around 2028, and reservations show most buyers prefer the extender option over a fully electric version.

An unidentified traveler with measles visited various locations in Los Angeles County, including Universal Studios and the Santa Monica Pier, between March 30 and April 1. Health officials have issued an exposure warning and are investigating other possible locations. Visitors to the specified places during those dates are advised to confirm their measles vaccination status, as the disease is highly contagious and symptoms can appear up to three weeks after exposure.

A traveler was removed from a WestJet flight after using the bathroom excessively due to an upset stomach before takeoff. The incident sparked a debate on Twitter, with some supporting the airline's decision and others sympathizing with the traveler. The traveler, Joanna Chiu, expressed her frustration on social media, claiming she was not provided with proper assistance after being removed from the flight. WestJet has been contacted for comment on the incident.

An international traveler in Colorado has tested positive for measles, prompting health officials to launch an investigation and notify those who may have been exposed. The last confirmed case of measles in the state was in January 2019. Measles is a highly contagious infection that can lead to severe complications, including brain damage and death. The MMR vaccine is highly effective in preventing measles, and those who have received it do not need to get vaccinated again if exposed to the virus. Measles is spread through the air and can remain airborne for up to two hours.

A female traveler attacked and injured three TSA agents during a security screening at Phoenix's Terminal 4. The checkpoint was temporarily closed as responding Phoenix police officers arrested her. Two of the three agents were treated at the hospital for their injuries and have since been released. The incident inconvenienced approximately 450 travelers who TSA redirected to a nearby checkpoint for security screening. The woman, identified as 19-year-old Makiah Coleman, was booked into jail without incident.

Three TSA officers were injured in an "unprovoked and brazen" attack by a 19-year-old female traveler at a security checkpoint at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Two officers were taken to the hospital and later released. The checkpoint was closed, inconveniencing approximately 450 travelers. The TSA will pursue independent enforcement actions against the traveler, who could face fines of nearly $14,000. This is not the first such incident at the airport.