The U.S. Department of Labor has reached a settlement with Dollar Tree Inc., the parent company of discount retailers Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, to address workplace safety violations. The agreement requires Dollar Tree Inc. to conduct a nationwide assessment to identify and address safety hazards, as well as provide training and resources to store managers and employees. The settlement is part of the Department of Labor's ongoing efforts to ensure that all workers are provided with safe and healthy working conditions.
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A dangerous heat wave is affecting 130 million people in 22 states, with temperatures reaching as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat wave is accompanied by Tropical Storm Franklin, which is expected to dump up to 15 inches of rain in isolated areas. People in the affected areas are encouraged to take precautions and stay safe.
At least three people have died and six have been hospitalized due to a listeria outbreak at a Frugals burger restaurant in Tacoma, Washington. The Washington State Department of Health has found listeria bacteria in all milkshake flavors sold at the restaurant, and has attributed the outbreak to inadequate cleaning of the ice cream machines. Frugals has shut down all of its stores’ ice cream machines for cleaning and testing, and is urging anyone who has eaten at the Tacoma location to seek medical attention if they experience any symptoms associated with listeria.
Ohanian praised his wife, calling her the "Greatest mother of all time" and thanked the medical staff who took care of them. Fans and fellow celebrities have sent an outpouring of well wishes to the couple and their two daughters.
Greece is facing a major wildfire crisis, with 18 people found dead in the city of Alexandroupolis and two people dead and two firefighters injured in separate fires in northern and central Greece. A new heatwave hitting southern Europe has made the situation worse, with scientists linking the hot, dry and windy conditions to climate change. The Greek government has urged citizens to take extra precautions and firefighters are continuing to battle the fires.
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Three people were tragically killed and six others were wounded in a shooting in south Seattle early Sunday morning. The victims were taken to local hospitals, with one in critical condition, and police have not released any information about a possible suspect or suspects. Technology such as AI can help identify potential threats and analyze data to better understand and prevent gun violence.
Rosalynn Carter, former First Lady and advocate for mental health, will celebrate her 96th birthday on Friday surrounded by her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, and other family members. Plains, Georgia, where the couple were born, married, and where Jimmy Carter's 1976 presidential campaign was launched, will honor Rosalynn's years of public health advocacy and her unwavering support of her husband’s work. The Carter Center announced that Rosalynn will have a quiet birthday celebration as she navigates dementia and the former president continues to receive hospice care.