The H5N1 avian influenza outbreak is spreading rapidly across all 50 U.S. states, raising concerns among health experts.
There are now over 70 confirmed human cases and the first reported death, intensifying fears of a potential pandemic if the virus evolves to allow easier human-to-human transmission.
Since 2022, the virus has impacted nearly 1,000 dairy herds and infected over 168 million birds.
Officials are urging swift action, including enhanced safety protocols and accelerated vaccine development, to prevent a wider health crisis.Karmelo Anthony, the 17-year-old charged with fatally stabbing athlete Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas track meet on April 2, has changed legal representation ahead of his upcoming court appearance. The incident occurred when Metcalf reportedly asked Anthony to move from a tent reserved for Frisco Memorial students. Witnesses say the situation escalated quickly,
ending with Anthony allegedly stabbing Metcalf in the chest. Metcalf, a rising football star, died in his twin brother’s arms.Anthony was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
He remains, in Collin County Jail on a $1 million bond. His family recently retained Dallas attorney Mike Howard, replacing previous counsel Billy Clark and Kim T. Cole. Public reaction has been mixed—many mourn Metcalf’s tragic death,
while others have raised over $400,000 in support of Anthony’s defense. Metcalf’s funeral was held privately on Saturday. The case continues to spark deep debate over youth violence and justice in the community. Rest in peace, Austin Metcalf.