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Big 12 partners with Monster Energy, doctors warn of risks to young sports fans

September 30, 2026 08:59 AM
The Big 12 announced its partnership with Monster Energy in July. Several doctors responded with concerns over how this partnership would use college sports to promote energy drinks to young audiences.
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Things you should know today: 4/3/19

April 03, 2019 12:00 AM
Lori Lightfoot celebrates at her election night rally at the Hilton Chicago after defeating Toni Preckwinkle in the Chicago mayoral election, Tuesday, April 2, 2019. (Ashlee Rezin/Chicago Sun-Times via AP)
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US investigates seizure risk with electronic cigarettes

April 03, 2019 12:00 AM
On Wednesday, April 3, 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it has not established a direct connection between vaping and seizures but is seeking more information. Regulators noted that seizures and convulsions are a known side effect of nicotine poisoning. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
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