5 things to know for May 11: Hantavirus, gas prices, Iran war, runway fatality, World Cup
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Key Points:
- Bipartisan support is emerging in Congress for the "banana bill," aimed at making it easier for daycares to serve fruit instead of chips, reflecting rare cooperation amid political divisions.
- At least 17 Americans from a hantavirus-exposed cruise ship arrived in Nebraska for evaluation, with one confirmed case and another showing mild symptoms, prompting CDC involvement.
- The Trump administration is considering suspending the federal gas tax to alleviate rising fuel costs, as national average gas prices have surged to $4.52 per gallon, a significant increase from last year.
- President Trump rejected Iran’s recent peace proposal, which included demands over the Strait of Hormuz and compensation but omitted nuclear program concessions, highlighting ongoing tensions.
- Denver International Airport is reviewing safety protocols following a fatal incident where a person trespassed onto a runway and was struck by a departing Frontier plane, raising concerns about securing the large facility.