Outbreak: Whooping Cough Cases Rise in Brookline as Officials Urge Vaccination Compliance

Brookline, Massachusetts – Health officials in Brookline recently reported a spike in cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis. This contagious bacterial infection has affected fifteen individuals in the area, with cases being identified at Brookline High School and the Runkle School. Whooping cough is a serious illness, particularly for very young children and infants, as it can spread easily and lead to severe complications. Symptoms typically appear 7 to 10 days after exposure …

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Compliance Deadline: Apple Must Upgrade iPad in 6 Months to Meet Regulators’ Standards

Brussels, Belgium – European regulators have issued a deadline for tech giant Apple to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) regarding its iPad operating system for tablets. The European Commission announced that Apple has six months to bring its iPad up to code and operate in accordance with the DMA regulations. Designated as a “gatekeeper” under the DMA, Apple has been identified as having a strong economic position in the market, a significant impact …

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Mandatory MBTA Compliance Jeopardizes Grant Funding for Milton: Town’s Defiance Faces Legal Threats

MILTON, Mass. – The town of Milton, Massachusetts is facing repercussions after not complying with the state’s MBTA Communities Law. This morning, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey’s administration announced that they have revoked state grant funding for the town of Milton due to their noncompliance. The town’s decision not to accept a zoning change, which would have added close to 2,500 housing units, led to their ineligibility for several state grants including a recent $140,800 grant …

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