
Wildfire Fighters Face Serious Health Risks Due to Lack of Protection
Investigative reports highlight that U.S. Forest Service crews are frequently deployed to combat wildfires without adequate masks, exposing them to toxic smoke and resulting in severe health issues. The agency has faced criticism for failing to ensure the safety of its firefighters, leading to alarming rates of illness and fatalities among the crews.

Phil Knight and Wife Donate $2 Billion to Oregon Cancer Research
Phil Knight, former CEO of Nike, and his wife have made a historic pledge of $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University for cancer research. This donation is the largest single gift to a higher-learning institution in the U.S., highlighting the importance of private funding amidst ongoing debates about public funding for education.
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