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Popcorn factory worker wins US$20mn

A man in the US has been awarded US$20mn after he suffered lung injuries from mixing butter oils in a popcorn factory. He claimed that the injuries were caused by fumes from the butter oils. Another 29 popcorn workers are reported to be making similar claims.

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