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Shrimp certification mired by low-quality imports, human rights abuses | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square – 2024-11-01 09:11:00

SUMMARY: An investigation revealed serious issues at Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)-certified shrimp facilities in India, which supply 40% of U.S. shrimp. Reports of forced labor, poor working conditions, underpayment, and environmental harm contradict BAP’s claims of high ethical standards. The Corporate Accountability Lab and Southern Shrimp Alliance filed a complaint with the FTC, arguing that BAP misleads consumers about shrimp safety and ethics. They highlighted that 87% of shrimp shipments rejected for antibiotic contamination in 2024 came from BAP-certified sources. BAP certifications, lacking effective regulatory oversight, often serve as marketing tools rather than genuine assurances of ethical and sustainable practices.

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Four shot, 1 dead in French Quarter shooting

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www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2024-11-21 13:26:14

SUMMARY: New Orleans police are investigating a deadly shooting near the intersection of Iberville and Royal Streets in the French Quarter, where four people were shot, one fatally. The shooting occurred around 12:30 PM and follows a recent mass shooting in the Saint Roch neighborhood. Authorities are still gathering details. Meanwhile, families are preparing for Thanksgiving, with some small savings expected for the holiday dinner this year. Updates on both stories are being provided on air and online.

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Coastal protection authority highlights milestones, projects in 2024 Review | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square – 2024-11-21 13:19:00

SUMMARY: The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) has made significant strides in protecting Louisiana’s coast, with 109 ongoing projects focused on hurricane protection, wetland restoration, and community resilience. The CPRA is advancing 16 hurricane protection projects, and wetland restoration dominates its workload, with 11 marsh creation projects underway. In 2023, the authority initiated 16 new construction projects, investing $3 billion. Notable completions include the Cypremort Point State Park and Freshwater Bayou Shoreline projects. The authority also began large-scale efforts like the LaBranche East Marsh Creation and Grand Isle Beach Restoration, with continued support from local and federal funding. 

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Beautiful afternoon underway, plus a look at the new drought monitor ~ Mia

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-11-21 13:18:00

SUMMARY: Meteorologist Mia Montgomery reports a cool Thursday in San Antonio, with morning temperatures in the upper 30s and a light freeze in the Hill Country, marking the coldest morning since February. Sunny, dry conditions helped afternoon highs reach the low 70s. Temperatures will dip into the upper 50s by 8 p.m. and low to mid-50s by late evening. The coming days will remain chilly, with highs rebounding into the mid to upper 70s. A potential cold front may impact the area around Thanksgiving, but no rain is expected, and severe drought conditions persist.

After the coldest morning since February, low humidity, sunshine, and calm winds will help temperatures warm into the pleasant low 70s this afternoon. A gradual warming trend takes shape over the next several days as we monitor another front sometime around Thanksgiving. Here’s an update with Mia.

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