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U.S. to provide Ukraine with controversial cluster munitions

The Biden administration announced Friday that the U.S. will provide Ukraine with cluster munitions in its latest $800 million military aid package. Cluster munitions, which break up in mid-air into smaller explosives as they approach their target, are banned by more than 120 countries. Charlie D’Agata has details. Source

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The best ways to stay safe from mosquito-borne illnesses, according to a doctor

The CDC has confirmed two new malaria cases in Florida, for a total of six in the state, as well as one case in Texas. Officials also say at least two mosquitoes in Michigan have tested positive for EEE, a deadly virus that has a 33% mortality rate. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has more on the rise of mosquito-borne illnesses, and Dr. Rajiv Chowdhury, chair of the Department of Global Health at Florida International University, joins CBS News to discuss how people can protect themselves. Source

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Texas uses green energy to keep power on during heat wave

Millions of Americans are still feeling the heat. At least 33 states saw temperatures reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit on Friday, and it’s a trend scientists say will likely continue. Texas Tribune energy reporter Emily Foxhall joins CBS News to discuss how the Lone Star State’s power grid is keeping up with demand. Source

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