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Montana Supreme Court rules parental consent for abortion law unconstitutional
In a landmark decision, the Montana Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday, Aug. 14, that minors do not need their parents’ permission to get an abortion within the state. The court ruled that the law violates the privacy clause of the state constitution. The high court agreed with a lower court ruling in a unanimous decision.… -
Health issues reported due to mail-order medications in extreme temperatures
Across the nation, the summer sun isn’t just a nuisance for outdoor plans. The hot weather is potentially jeopardizing the effectiveness of millions of prescription medications that are arriving at patients’ doorsteps. With delivery trucks reaching up to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, medications are often exposed to temperatures far beyond the safe range of 68 to… -
Upside Foods files lawsuit against Florida officials after lab-grown meat ban
Florida became the first state to ban lab-grown meat in May, causing a new legal battle to emerge. The outcome of this lawsuit could have far-reaching implications for the future of food technology and regulation in the United States. A cultured meat company is at the head of the lawsuit. Upside Foods, a California-based company… -
Students file petitions against cellphone bans in several states
High school students are petitioning against schools in several states across the U.S. as cellphone bans come into effect. Thousands in Florida, Louisiana and Nevada have signed such petitions, stating that they want access to their cellphones during school hours. Broward County Schools in Miami, Florida, recently implemented new restrictions for student cellphone use. The…