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SCOTUS to hear case that could decide future of trans health care nationwide
The Supreme Court is getting ready to hear a case that could transform the future of transgender health care in the United States. The nation’s highest court will hear a case Wednesday, Dec. 4, over whether a Tennessee law banning puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgery for trans minors discriminates based on sex. The American… -
White House sending $725M in weapons to Ukraine as Biden enters final weeks
President Joe Biden is sending as much aid as possible to Ukraine before his time in office runs out on Jan. 20. The White House announced Monday, Dec. 2, that it is sending Kyiv another $725 million worth of military equipment, including munitions for High Mobility Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and counter-drone systems. It’s reportedly unclear… -
Belgium first country in world to give sex workers employee rights
It might be considered the “world’s oldest profession,” but treating sex work as a real profession is very new. On Sunday, Dec. 1, Belgium became the first country in the world to decree sex work must be treated like any other job, meaning official employment contracts, health insurance, pensions, maternity leave and sick days. It’s… -
New San Francisco program adds ballet and church as part of drug treatment
A California nonprofit is taking an unconventional approach in helping treat people who are struggling with drug addiction, which includes using ballet and church services as a form of rehab. Earlier this year, voters in San Francisco voted to enforce drug treatment for welfare recipients. The city tapped the group Positive Directions Equals Changes to run… -
Migrant hate crime suspect found dead after apparent suicide in Chicago jail
A migrant hate crime suspect, accused of shooting a Jewish man walking into a synagogue in Chicago, is dead after being found unresponsive during routine checks at the jail’s health center. The man was facing several charges, including six counts of attempted first-degree murder. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office said on Sunday, Dec. 1, officers… -
Trump seeks ceasefire in Gaza before return to White House, Graham says
President-elect Donald Trump wants ceasefire in Gaza before returning to White House, Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., told Axios. The Biden administration has struggled to broker a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in order to bring home the remaining 100 hostages being held by Hamas militants, including six Americans. That number was seven Americans until… -
Hasbro stock jumps as Elon Musk toys with idea of buying company
A simple question Elon Musk posted on X led to Hasbro’s stock receiving a boost on Friday, Nov. 29. In the post, Musk asked, “How much is Hasbro?” toying with the idea of buying the company. The share price jumped 2% with speculation Musk may be interested in buying the legendary toy maker and owner… -
UK Parliament advances bill to allow assisted dying for terminally ill
Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom voted to advance a bill to give some terminally ill patients the right to end their lives with assistance. The bill would allow assisted dying for patients in England and Wales who have a terminal illness and have six months or less to live. Assisted suicide is currently… -
Kyiv says Russia suffered more than 2,000 casualties in 24 hours
Ukraine’s military announced on Friday, Nov. 29, that Russia suffered 2,030 casualties in a 24-hour period, which would be the first time since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine that the casualty count among Russian troops reached a number that high. Ukraine did not reveal whether those numbers included Russian soldiers killed, captured or missing. The casualty… -
Supreme Court to decide whether to ban sweet-flavored vapes
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Monday, Dec. 2, on whether to reinstate a federal ban on sweet-flavored vaping products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants to regulate the products as another step in its effort to fight teen nicotine addiction. Over the past few years, the FDA has denied more… -
China warns it will take action if US implements new chip control measures
China is putting out a warning that it plans to take action if the United States enforces new chip control measures. This comes after reports said the Biden administration could come out with new export procedures by the end of the week. Reuters reported the U.S. Chamber of Commerce told its members the plan includes… -
Fossilized vomit and waste tell 200-million-year story of what dinosaurs ate
Scientists analyzing 200-million-year-old fossilized feces and vomit have uncovered new insights into how dinosaurs became Earth’s dominant species. The study, published in Nature, highlights the role of adaptability and diet in their evolutionary success. More than 500 samples of bromalites, or fossilized digestive remnants, were excavated from Poland’s ancient Polish Basin. Experts said the fossils… -
Rudy Giuliani appears in court, says he can’t pay bills amid defamation judgment
Former New York City Mayor and lawyer Rudy Giuliani appeared in court Tuesday, Nov. 26, telling the judge that he cannot pay his bills after being accused of failing to comply with court orders to turn over his assets. The court action is part of a $148 million defamation judgment against him. Last month, U.S.…
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