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Will Powdered Rhino Horn Cure My E. Coli? (a quiz)

The E. coli outbreak in Europe has become critical, claiming 30 lives and affecting over 2,800 people. Stay informed and cautious.

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It's Inkfish's 100th post! I considered celebrating by listing my top 100 stories, but instead I'm bringing you this review of recent science news.

By the way, if you've eaten any European produce lately and are feeling unwell, please stay off of airplanes. The TSA is after you, anyway.

1.

At an undisclosed location in the northeast, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is currently testing a system that will:

a. employ explosives-sniffing ferrets

b. identify people who are thinking about committing a terrorist act

c. scan travelers in 3D, so screeners (wearing 3D glasses, naturally) can get an even more accurate look at your body

d. scan your shoes without requiring you to take them off

2. As of Thursday night, the E. coli outbreak in Europe had killed 30 people and sickened more than 2,800. The culprit has now been identified as:

a. sprouts

b. cucumbers

c. broccoli

...

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