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cantaloupes sold in multiple U.S. states during the week of October due to concerns about potential salmonella contamination. Consumers uncertain about their cantaloupe purchases during this period are advised to contact their retailer. As of now, there have been no reported illnesses linked to the recalled cantaloupes. The company is responsible for distributing cantaloupes, which are under scanner, directly to 10 states and Canada through various retailers, and there is a possibility that the fruits reached stores in additional states, as per the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Sold between October 16 and October 23, the cantaloupes were packaged in cardboard containers bearing the «Malichita» label. Additionally, the fruits feature stickers with individual price look-up (PLU) codes. The upper portion of the sticker is white with «Malichita» in black, while the lower half is black with the number 4050 in white, accompanied by the words «Product of Mexico/produit du Mexique.» Salmonella, the cause for concern, can result in severe and potentially fatal infections in vulnerable populations, including young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. The FDA notes that healthy individuals may experience symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, salmonella infections can lead to more serious conditions like arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis. Consumers in possession of the recalled cantaloupes are strongly advised to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a refund, according to the FDA. Those who suspect they have fallen ill due to the consumption of the recalled product should seek medical attention promptly.

Britney Spears’ memoir, According to Page Six. Several sources have revealed that besides Brad Pitt and Reese Witherspoon, Margot Robbie and Shonda Rhimes too have shown interest in bringing “The Woman in Me” Spears’ memoir either on film or TV series. Meanwhile, representatives for Spears, Pitt, Witherspoon, Robbie and Rhimes refused to give any comments on Page Six’s requests. An insider informed that the project is not happening soon as it is still in a very early stage and more and more people are showing interest. According to the Ankler, who first broke the news said that the 41 year Britney Spears had «at the last minute» rescheduled a recent meeting with a top producer, whose name is yet to be known because she “didn’t feel up to it". Sources said that Spears was “overwhelmed by the response” and the “media frenzy surrounding it,” at the time of the release of her book on October 24. These have led her team to “hold off on making any major decisions about where the rights end up until she has time to catch her breath.” Meanwhile, the Ankler reported that Spears is also in talk for a documentary that could come up with a $40 million paycheck. In her memoirs, the pop star has spoken about the various aspects of her life from fame to relationship, marriages, secret abortion with ex Justin Timberlake and much more. Spears just did one interview to promote her book and despite that the book “The Woman in Me” continued to top the bestseller list of the New York Times with 1.1 million copies already sold in the US alone in the first week. She did not give any interview by stating that reliving her traumatic past during the writing of her book was “heart-wrenching and emotional.”

The weeklong Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit began on Nov. 11 in San Francisco. The highlight of the event will surely be on the sidelines, when United States President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Ping meet on Nov. 15. But with the focus of the organization being on the regional economy, the finance ministers’ meeting is also of primary importance.

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could approve all 12 pending spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications by Nov. 17. Beginning on Nov. 9, the SEC reportedly has a “window” to approve all 12 spot Bitcoin ETF filings, including Grayscale Investments conversion of its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust product.

The Blockchain Association, a United States-based cryptocurrency advocacy group, has submitted a comment letter mainly in opposition to tax regulations proposed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

The foolish immigration policies of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberals and their NDP backers have burdened Canada’s health-care system, inflated housing costs and are now starting to annoy Washington.

By Steve Holland and Nandita Bose

By Miguel Lo Bianco and Claudia Martini

Tokenized secure note issuer Ondo Finance and Web3 cross-chain platform Axelar came together Monday, November 13th to unveil Ondo Bridge, a cross-chain mechanism designed to facilitate easy transfers of Ondo tokens across blockchains.

(Reuters) — Boeing (NYSE:BA) said on Monday it will increase Huntsville factory production capacity for sensors that are used to guide Patriot missiles to their targets to meet rising air and missile defense needs worldwide.

By Suzanne McGee

Investment Week understands the move has been made in order to take advantage of the institutional and European distribution capabilities of Landseer.

The fund is the latest addition to Pantheon's $7bn global private wealth platform, which offers a range of evergreen fund solutions, including the $2.4bn AMG Pantheon fund: Credit: iStock

Major blue-chip crypto markets are mixed on Monday, with Bitcoin (BTC) dipping back into the mid-$36,000s and Ether (ETH) mounting a challenge of the $2,100 level once again, while most other major altcoins also pull back ahead of the release of key US  inflation and retail sales figures later in the week.

Following massive pushback from the crypto industry, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) held a public hearing on Monday morning, chiefly discussing their recently proposed digital asset broker reporting regulations.

Monday, November 13, 2023 – The Bitcoin price predictions are rolling in, and among the most bullish is $120,000 by the end of 2024 from Standard Chartered Bank – but Bitcoin ETF Token has raised $500,000 and could gain 10x at launch. 

Tom Segura has unveiled the initial stage of his upcoming worldwide stand-up comedy tour, titled «Tom Segura: Come Together.» As disclosed by the comedian, the tour is set to commence on December 30, 2023, in Honolulu, Hawaii, and will culminate on June 15, 2024, in Bangor. Segura during an interview said that this tour is bigger and blacker than any other tours he did. Adding more, the comedian said that the name has been taken, but 'Come Together' effectively conveys the message. The comedian also said that let's unite for an unforgettable night. Segura further said that in one way or another, we're bound to create lasting memories with this event. Currently, the comedian and podcaster is completing the last leg of his recent global tour, "I'm Coming Everywhere."

Cboe Digital has announced the launch date of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) margin futures trading – Jan. 11, 2024. The regulated crypto-native exchange and clearinghouse will become the first in the United States to offer both spot and leveraged derivatives trading on a single platform, it said in a statement.

how to spur trade and economic growth across the Pacific region. The meeting between US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday is expected to be a centerpiece of the gathering.

By Lewis Krauskopf

MILAN (Reuters) — Luxury sportscar maker Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) said on Monday it would hire 250 people in the first six months of next year and announced progammes for workers including a new share ownership plan and an enhanced bonus scheme.