CDC: Skin-nibbling pedicure fish may carry bacteria harmful to humans
by Meghann Myers, Medill News Service on 05/16/12
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning that the new trend of fish pedicures may use fish that carry bacteria that could cause serious infections.
Washingtonians step out for ‘Ball on the Mall’
Nearly 1,000 people attended this year's annual Ball on the Mall on a recent weekend, swinging and rocking to benefit the National Mall. Proceeds from the event benefit the National Park Service. Full Story
USDA grant will increase access to farmers markets for food stamp recipients
Soon more farmers markets will be able to accept food stamps, increasing access to affordable local produce for low-income Americans. Full Story
Kids get a refresher on bike safety
Parents and kids learned about the importance of bike safety on the first National Bike to School Day. Full Story
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A high-profile panel of journalism experts talk about the craft and its future in a digital world. Moderated by NPR’s Robert Siegel, the group discussed the value of tweets, citizen journalists, Syria, and how the First Amendment changed the world.
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