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[Content note: Guns, gun violence]

It's Thursday All Over Again:

Younger Americans die earlier and live in poorer health than their counterparts in other developed countries.

Also: The flu has been spreading fiercely across the United States.

What a new doctor learned about medical mistakes from her mom's death.

Liz Carmouche, the UFC's only openly gay athlete, will be brawling in the main event this Winter.

The National Rifle Association has gained more than 100,000 new members since the Sandy Hook shooting. Gross.

Also: The White House is weighing all available means to reform gun laws, including executive orders the President may issue.

The Marine Corps has advised its legal staff that spouses clubs operating on its installations must admit same-sex spouses if they wish to remain on the bases.

Dick Armey accidentally talked some shit.

Al Roker accidentally took a shit.

Jobs are not growing fast enough to keep up with potential workforce.

Adorable Labradoodle mistaken for lion. Cute!

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