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Call it ‘stealth mental health’ — some care for elders helps more without the label
The pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues among older adults, a group that already struggles with access to care, prompting strategies that subtly introduce mental health services. Key Challenges: Fewer than half of older adults who require mental health care receive it due to a variety of factors. * Many professionals are under-trained to deal […]
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A ‘mob of criminals’ stole as much as $100,000 worth of goods from an L.A. Nordstrom
A “mob of criminals” conducted a daylight robbery at a Nordstrom department store in Topanga, Los Angeles, stealing $60,000 to $100,000 worth of products. Driving the news: The Los Angeles Police Department reported that an estimated 20 to 50 robbers were involved in the crime on Saturday, making this the third such incident at a […]
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Latest on Ukraine: Ukraine makes some gains; China’s defense minister visits Russia
Several international developments are taking place this week connected to the conflict in Ukraine, including high-level official visits and military actions by Ukraine, Russia, and other countries. Diplomatic moves: China’s Defense Minister Li Shangfu is visiting Russia and Belarus, while Germany’s Finance Minister Christian Lindner is in Kyiv for talks. * Beijing has not publicly […]
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Clarence Avant, a major power broker in music, sports and politics, has died at 92
Clarence Avant, a major power broker in the entertainment industry and politics, has died at home in Los Angeles at the age of 92. Notable Career: Avant had a profound influence on the careers of numerous musicians, entertainers, sports stars, and politicians. * He signed singer-songwriter Bill Withers and was the promoter for Michael Jackson’s […]
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Up First briefing: Maui fire rescue; Alabama voting districts; no more boring salads
Today’s key stories include the impact of the Maui fires, new congressional maps in Alabama, and a cryptocurrency project using iris scans. Devastation in Hawaii: The Maui fire has destroyed at least 2,700 structures and claimed at least 96 lives. * Hawaii Governor Josh Green has announced a “comprehensive review” of the initial response to […]
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A police raid of a Kansas newsroom raises alarms about violations of press freedom
Law enforcement officers in Marion, Kansas conducted a raid on a local newsroom and a journalist’s home, leading to concerns about violations of federal law protecting press freedom. The crux of the situation: Officers raided the Marion County Record and confiscated various items from the premises under the justification of investigating “identity theft” linked to […]
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A lot is happening in Florida education. These are some of the changes kids will see
Several changes are happening in Florida’s education system including the use of conservative promoting videos, raised income limit for private school vouchers, and new protocols for addressing students. Videos with a conservative stance: The Florida Board of Education has approved the use of PragerU Kids videos in K-12 schools. * PragerU Foundation is a nonprofit […]
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Alabama lost a voting rights case at the Supreme Court. It’s still trying to win
Alabama faces a crucial court hearing related to its congressional voting map this week, despite its recent loss in a case that discussed potential Voting Rights Act violations, at the Supreme Court. The legal fight: Previously, a three-judge panel upheld a ruling that found Alabama’s congressional map likely violated Black voters’ rights under the Voting […]
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A history of Hawaii’s sirens and the difference it could have made against Maui fires
Hawaii’s siren warning system, not activated ahead of recent deadly wildfires in Maui, could have potentially saved more lives. The backdrop: Maui’s 80 green siren towers function as alert systems for the residents in times of danger, blasting a clear three-minute tone. * However, during last week’s historic fires that have killed at least 93 […]
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Niger’s coup leaders say they will prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazou
Niger’s military junta plans to prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazoum for “high treason” and undermining state security. Statement from the coup leaders: The announcement made by spokesman Col. Maj. Amadou Abdramane, stated that the military regime had gathered the necessary evidence to prosecute President Bazoum and his local and foreign accomplices. * Bazoum, Niger’s democratically […]