1. A 10th grader from Worcester, MA who participated in Paqui One Chip Challenge on social media died from eating a large quantity of chile pepper extract and also had a congenital heart defect, according to an autopsy report obtained by the Associated Press. Paqui, a Texas-based subsidiary of the Hershey Co., pulled the product from store shelves shortly after Harris’ death. A warning noted that the chip was for adult consumption only, and should be kept out of the reach of children. Despite the warning, children had no problem buying the chips, and there had been reports from around the country of teens who got sick after taking part in the chip-eating challenge. (PH)
2. The Maine Principals’ Association has updated its Gender Identity Participation Policy to follow the Maine Human Rights Act, removing barriers for transgender athletes. No medical records or official documents need to be requested or required to establish a student’s gender identity. Under this policy, a transgender student must only participate in sports with either their birth sex or gender identity, not both. (WGME)
3. Plans to redevelop the former Beech Ridge Motor Speedway in Scarborough into a FedEx warehouse and distribution facility are entering the final phase of review and approval. The planning board is scheduled to vote on the proposal Monday. (WMTW)
4. The Bruins face a critical elimination game tonight at home against the Panthers in Game 6 of the second round of the NHL Playoffs, starting at 7 PM.
5. Legally, tacos are sandwiches. According to an Indiana judge, tacos and burritos can be classified as “Mexican-style sandwiches.” Famous Taco wanted to add a second location at a strip mall, but the Allen County Planning Commission in Fort Wayne had conditions for any new restaurant in the area. One of the concessions was that the eatery needed to offer “made-to-order or Subway-style sandwiches.” The conditions were meant to keep some fast-food giants out of the strip mall. The ruling also applies to dishes like Greek gyros, Indian naan wraps, or Vietnamese Banh mi. (CBS)
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