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  • Michigan Democrats want to ease access to abortion. But one Democrat is saying no

    Michigan Democrats’ push to simplify access to abortion hit a roadblock from within their own party. The obstacle: Despite backing from both chambers of the legislature and a guarantee of approval from Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the Democrats’ Reproductive Health Act stalls due to opposition from one of their own, State Representative Karen Whitsett. * Whitsett […]

  • Israel’s Netanyahu says offensive against Hamas is only just beginning

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that his country’s offensive against Hamas is only beginning, following a surprise attack from Gaza with an estimated 3,000 rockets fired into Israel and several infiltrations of Israel’s border. Offensive escalations: Netanyahu declared a total siege on the Gaza Strip in response to the assault, the extent of […]

  • European leaders condemn Hamas, pledge support for Israel and halt Palestinian aid

    European leaders have shown support for Israel in response to the ongoing conflict with Gaza, including halting aid to Palestinian territories. Landmark show of support: Key European buildings, such as 10 Downing Street in London and the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, have been lit with the Israeli flag. * There have also been pro-Palestinian protests […]

  • Controversial issues to come up in Texas special legislative session

    Texas lawmakers convene for a third special legislative session, focusing on contentious issues such as school vouchers and a state deportation force. Gov. Greg Abbott’s Agenda: The Texas Governor has laid out a range of controversial topics for this special session, advocating for school vouchers and the creation of a state deportation force. * Abbott […]

  • Nobel Prize in Economics goes to Claudia Goldin for her research on women at work

    Harvard University’s Claudia Goldin has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Economics for her research on women in the labor market. Honoring the laureate: Goldin’s research has focused on the evolving roles of women in the workforce and the factors contributing to the enduring wage gap between men and women. * Goldin’s rigorous research […]

  • Voices from the Israel-Gaza Conflict

    The death toll rises as the Israel-Gaza conflict continues into a second day. On the ground: The Israeli military and Hamas militants in Gaza have continued their hostilities for another day. * This has resulted in a rising death toll in both Israel and Gaza. Further details: The summary cannot provide further details on the […]

  • What survivors of trauma have taught this eminent psychiatrist about hope

    Psychiatrist Robert Jay Lifton, known for studying survivors of various traumatic events, emphasizes the importance of storytelling in recovery and encourages resilience and renewal in his latest book, “Surviving Our Catastrophes: Resilience and Renewal from Hiroshima to the Covid-19 Pandemic.” Backstory: Lifton commenced his study into the psychology of trauma survivors back in 1968, interviewing […]

  • Individual actions you can take to address climate change

    The article presents various individual measures, including home improvements, sustainable eating, and commuting changes, that can be taken to mitigate climate change. Indoor changes: The steps homeowners can take include adjusting the use of AC systems, upgrading gas furnaces to heat pumps and switching to electric cooking. * Houses can also be protected from smoke […]

  • Israel trying to regain full control of its territory day after Hamas attack

    Israel is still attempting to regain full control over several areas following recent attacks by Hamas militants. The Attack Overview: On Saturday, Hamas militants executed a large-scale, surprise attack on Israeli civilian and military targets from the Gaza Strip. * Over 300 Israeli civilians and soldiers were killed, and more than 1800 injured. * The […]

  • How kids are making sense of climate change and extreme weather

    Children across the United States are using platforms like podcasts to discuss their experiences and perspectives on climate change and its impact on their communities. In the spotlight: Over a hundred entries in the NPR’s Student Podcast Challenge this year focused on climate change, as young journalists delved into examining extreme weather events such as […]