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New book details the battle between man and mosquitoes

It may be hard to believe, but the mosquito has wreaked havoc on the world, killing as many as 50 billion people over the course of human existence. It’s a startling number. And it’s had a huge impact on our history. It’s all detailed in the new book: “The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator.” Michelle Miller reports. Source

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Toxicology report will determine how Kennedy granddaughter died

Authorities now say they will rely on toxicology reports to determine how the granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy died. An autopsy found no trauma to the body of Saoirse Kennedy Hill. The 22-year old died Thursday after being found unconscious at the Kennedy Compound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. Adriana Diaz reports Source

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Eye Opener: Trump intel pick bows out

President Trump is once again looking for a Director of National Intelligence; a judge rules the police officer at the center of Eric Garner’s death should be fired. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source

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Trump says press is part of vetting process after intel pick withdraws

Texas Congressman John Ratcliffe withdrew from consideration for Director of National Intelligence Friday after criticism of his lack of intelligence experience. President Trump said he believed Ratcliffe was treated unfairly, but also implied he relied on the press for vetting. Nikole Killion reports Source

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Police officer shooting at dog accidentally kills woman

The Dallas Morning News reports a police officer in Arlington, Texas has been placed on administrative leave after firing three shots at a dog and accidentally shooting and killing a woman nearby. The officer was checking up on a woman who was said to be passed out near a shopping center when the barking dog ran toward him. A police body camera caught the action. Source

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