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Richard “Rick” Slayman, the first recipient of a genetically modified pig kidney transplant, has tragically passed away nearly two months after undergoing the groundbreaking procedure. The news of his death has raised questions about the future of xenotransplantation.

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Three Atlanta police officers were shot while responding to a call Saturday evening, officials said. The unidentified officers were called to Desoto Avenue SW shortly after 5 p.m., about a call of a man with a gun, Atlanta PD Chief Darin Schierbaum told reporters.

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As wildfires continue to ravage parts of Canada, thousands of residents have been urged to evacuate from affected areas, with the looming threat of poor air quality and reduced visibility due to smoke posing additional dangers. Blazes in northeastern British Columbia and Alberta have prompted evacuation orders and alerts, while smoke from the infernos has led to air quality concerns extending from British Columbia to Ontario.

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A fourth Indian national living in Canada has been charged in the slaying of a Sikh separatist leader last June that became the center of a diplomatic spat with India.

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Former President Donald Trump's youngest son, Barron Trump, has made headlines once again, this time for declining to serve as a delegate at this summer's Republican National Convention. According to a senior Trump campaign adviser and a statement from Melania Trump's office, Barron, who turned 18 in March, has opted out of the role due to prior commitments.

"While Barron is honored to have been chosen as a delegate by the Florida Republican Party, he regretfully declines due to prior commitments", the statement from the former first lady's office explained.

Barron Trump's decision comes amidst speculation about his potential involvement in the political arena, given his family's prominent role within the Republican Party. Several other Trump family members, including Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Tiffany Trump, were selected as delegates by the Florida GOP for the convention.

The news of Barron Trump's decline was first reported by the Daily Mail, shedding light on the dynamics within the Trump family as they navigate their roles within the political landscape.

The Republican National Committee is set to hold its convention in Milwaukee in July, with Donald Trump hinting at the possibility of announcing his running mate around thetime of the convention. Despite the speculation surrounding his political future, Barron
Trump's decision to step back from the delegate role underscores his focus on otherpriorities currently.

In a recent radio interview, Donald Trump praised his youngest son, highlighting Barron's academic achievements and interest in politics. "He's a great guy... He's a good-looking guy, and he's really been a great student and he does like politics", Trump remarked, sharing glimpses into their father-son relationship.

As Barron Trump prepares to graduate from high school and embark on his college journey, his decision to decline the delegate role reflects his desire to prioritize his education and personal commitments. While the Trump family continues to be a prominent force within the Republican Party, Barron's path forward may diverge from the political spotlight as he charts his own course in the years to come.

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More working U.S. parents than ever are celebrating their first Mother’s Day with hard-fought access to paid time off to care for newborns. But the majority still must forego pay to care for new babies or other loved ones, even as efforts to expand paid parental and family leave gain traction.