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Hantavirus quarantine ends for Americans held for six weeks in Nebraska

The US health department said the enforced 42-day quarantine was necessary to protect the public

The Guardian - US

Quarantine comes to an end for the last of the hantavirus ship passengers in Nebraska

The last eight Americans who endured 42 days in a specialized hospital quarantine unit after exposure to an unusual hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that killed three people have left the Nebraska facility

The Independent UK

What lies beneath Omaha Beach: Microscopic WWII shrapnel found in sand reveals the land still carries the memory of war

For most visitors, Omaha Beach appears much as any broad stretch of northern European coastline might. The tide advances and retreats, families wander across the sand, and the horizon seems distant and quiet. History is present, certainly, but it tends to exist in visible forms: memorials, museums, rows of graves,…

The Times of India

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MLB Prospects to Watch On Every Men’s College World Series Team

The action in Omaha is set to commence Friday. Here are 17 players set to participate whom you may one day be watching in the major leagues.

Sports Illustrated

Men’s College World Series: One Statistic That Defines Each Remaining Team

The festivities begin Friday in Omaha.

Sports Illustrated

Warren Buffett's net worth is $169 billion, but the ace US investor still lives in the house he bought for $31,500 over 70 years ago

Warren Buffett, with a fortune of $169 billion, continues to live in the Omaha home he purchased over 75 years ago for $31,500. His remarkably modest lifestyle, including driving older cars, defies billionaire stereotypes and highlights his long-held philosophy of focusing on smart financial decisions and long-term value over extravagance.

The Economic Times

Omaha Family Feared Being Stranded in Mexico — Scammers Stole $7,000 Posing as Airline Staff

An Omaha family fell victim to a $7,000 airline scam after their Cancun holiday. Learn crucial tips to protect yourself from travel fraud and avoid similar traps.

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Warren Buffett says ‘you’re giving up your potential’ if you don’t have this one skill—and it has nothing to do with the stock market

The Oracle of Omaha says communication is the most under-taught skill in school. In the AI era, executives from Jeff Bezos to Jamie Dimon say it's the one that pays.

Fortune

Americans exposed to hantavirus on ship enjoy some Nebraska hospitality while waiting in quarantine

The 18 American passengers who were exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship are getting a taste of Nebraska hospitality as they wait to find out how much longer they will have to remain in quarantine at the hospital in Omaha

The Independent UK

Omaha crook wears “crook” shirt while stealing a 2018 Dodge Journey. Police search underway

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Wealth wisdom of the day: ‘Rule No. 1: Never lose money. Rule No. 2...' – Warren Buffett’s advice for investors

‘Oracle of Omaha’ Buffett’s investment style has been patient. He never chased quick returns and has always talked about the power of compounding. Warren Buffett once also credited compounding for almost all his financial success. "My life has been a product of compound interest. Nothing more. Nothing less. And nothing…

The Economic Times

Omaha Severe Weather: Homes Ripped Apart by Suspected Tornado Near Ashland Amid Mass Outages

Severe weather in Omaha triggered tornado warnings, damaged homes, and caused power outages. Local authorities continue to assess damage and monitor clean-up efforts.

International Business Times UK

Plains Tornado Warning: Multi-Day Storm Blasts Midwest With 'Softball-Sized' Hail and Long-Track Twisters

A volatile storm system has pummelled the central United States as forecasters warn that an even more dangerous Plains tornado outbreak could unfold on Monday.

International Business Times UK

Why are flags at half-mast in the US today? Peace Officers Memorial Day and Nebraska Tribute explained

Flags at half mast today reason explained: United States flags fly at half-staff today, May 15. This honors fallen law enforcement officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day. Nebraska also remembers Staff Sergeant Robert A. Keuchel, a World War II airman. His remains were identified after decades. Flags will remain lowered…

The Economic Times

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Omaha woman ditches infant on baby daddy’s porch, well aware no one would answer the door: ‘I told her I wasn’t home’

“DoorDashing the baby is crazy.”

Fortune

Here are the best hiring hotspots for recent graduates—and cities in the Midwest and South are even outpacing career hubs like New York City

Metropolitan areas in Alabama, Tennessee, and Ohio are competing with New York and San Francisco as the top hubs for new grads—and Gen Zers are flocking to the smaller cities.

The Mary Sue

John Magaro Talks the Emotional Toll of ‘Omaha’: [INTERVIEW]

John Magaro is a Midwestern man, so he understands the plight of people like his character in Omaha, which premiered at Sundance over a year ago now. It’s a heart-wrenching film about poverty in America’s heartland and the tough decisions that sometimes are made, with Magaro’s quiet performance anchoring the…

Fortune

The 10 best cities for college grads: Omaha ranks higher than New York and L.A. because Gen Z ‘actually have a shot at purchasing a house’ for under $300K

“With a lot of homes selling for under $300,000, young grads actually have a shot at purchasing a house,” one Omaha real estate agent said.

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Police Take Down Woman Who Attacked Toddler After Kidnapping Him From Walmart

Cops arrived to find the attacker wielding a knife, moments away from attacking a 3-year-old boy sitting in a shopping cart.

The Independent UK

Woman killed by police after slashing child in attempted kidnapping at Walmart

The child was being treated at a hospital for a large laceration across the left side of his face

The Independent UK

An Omaha sinkhole went viral. Hundreds of others fall under the radar.

Video of a sinkhole that swallowed two vehicles in Omaha, Nebraska captured attention around the world, but hundreds of others happen with little notice

The Independent UK

They have a nose for finding people. Bloodhounds and their low-tech sniffers help police track

The North Dakota Highway Patrol's newest recruit has floppy ears, four legs and a powerful tool for finding people

The Mary Sue

‘Smells like a class action suit’: Omaha woman shamed at airport over needing ‘extra room,’ vows to never fly Southwest Airlines again

TikTok user @erikawithak27 had never anticipated what she was about to experience while boarding a Southwest Airlines flight from Omaha. What should have been a normal experience for her turned into a tale of embarrassment and anger that is sure to leave a lasting impression on her life.

Fortune

Warren Buffett's big bet on Japan earned Berkshire Hathaway $24 billion in just 6 years

Smart timing and changing political winds made the Oracle of Omaha’s last big overseas play a success.

Fortune

Warren Buffett left his Berkshire Hathaway job with a parting lesson for young Gen Z workers: 'Be very careful who you work with'

The prolific investor, entrepreneur, and Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, advises young professionals to be selective about jobs and bosses—but not salaries.

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