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Five of the injured passengers were taken to nearby hospitals, according to airport authorities.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Public-health officials in states including Virginia, Texas and Georgia are now monitoring other Americans who got off the ship before authorities confirmed the outbreak.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

"We are investigating this incident and gathering more information in coordination with the airport and other safety authorities," Frontier Airlines said.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

The boy was traveling at around 35 mph on a black E Ride Pro electric motorcycle when he struck the median and lost control of the vehicle, according to authorities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

“We should call the authorities, Juanita,” I said, trying to control the situation like Mamá would’ve wanted.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall