Republicans Won’t Stop at Banning Abortion
The attack on bodily autonomy is an assault both on political equality and reproductive freedom. #press
Why the Fani Willis Prosecution of Donald Trump Is Indispensable
Her indictment powerfully complements the federal Jan. 6 case against Donald Trump. #press
For Sweden, the Right Way to Play Is the One That Wins
The World Cup semifinal between Spain and Sweden will be a battle of styles, of passing versus pragmatism. Opponents discount the latter at their peril. #press
The Hidden Trauma of Ukraine’s Soldiers
Facing a growing mental health crisis among soldiers, Ukraine’s therapists and doctors use a variety of treatments, but the need far outstrips the available care. #press
The Hidden Trauma of Ukraine’s Soldiers
Facing a growing mental health crisis among soldiers, Ukraine’s therapists and doctors use a variety of treatments, but the need far outstrips the available care. #press
The Ukrainian Mechanics Who Fix Tanks at the War’s Frontline
Behind the thousands of troops fighting the counteroffensive are engineers and technicians who perform an essential, and often dangerous, job. #press
China Suspends Youth Unemployment Report
The Chinese government said it would no longer release monthly data about unemployment in young people, which had risen each month this year and reached 21.3 percent. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/15/business/china-youth-unemployment.html?utm_source=press.coop
FEMA Outlines Maui Wildfire Support as Victims Critique Government Response
FEMA is typically the first agency to face scrutiny after disasters. But while the federal agency plays a critical role in disaster response, it is not meant to be the first on the scene. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/14/us/politics/fema-maui-hawaii-wildfires.html?utm_source=press.coop
Hawaiian Electric Draws Scrutiny in Search for What Sparked Maui Wildfire
The main utility serving Hawaii did not pre-emptively shut off power before high winds reached Maui, and power lines fell in the windstorm. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/14/us/hawaiian-electric-maui-wildfire.html?utm_source=press.coop
Prosecutors Detail Evidence Against Sam Bankman-Fried
In a filing, prosecutors laid out the evidence they plan to use to convict the founder of the failed crypto exchange FTX, who faces trial in October. #press
Roaring Back From Pandemic, Japan’s Economy Grows by 6 Percent
The rapid expansion came as exports have risen and tourists have flooded the country. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/14/business/japan-economy-gdp.html?utm_source=press.coop
At a College Targeted by DeSantis, Gender Studies Is Out, Jocks Are In
A Florida school targeted by DeSantis is becoming unrecognizable. #press
Opioid Settlement Money Is Being Spent on Police Cars and Overtime
As states and counties spend the first wave of billions of dollars from the pharmaceutical industry, public health groups are challenging how some funds are being used. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/14/health/opioids-settlement-money.html?utm_source=press.coop
Prosecutors Object to Trump Proposal to Discuss Classified Evidence at Mar-a-Lago
The arguments in the classified documents case stem from the government’s attempts to put a protective order in place governing the handling of a trove of discovery materials. #press
Mayor Adams Pays $250,000 to Tell New York He’s ‘Doing a Damn Good Job’
Mayor Eric Adams promoted a spokesman to become deputy mayor on Monday, part of his strategy to go around traditional media outlets to reach New Yorkers directly. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/14/nyregion/adams-fabien-levy-deputy.html?utm_source=press.coop
How Economists Missed the Big Disinflation
The fault lay not in the models, but in themselves. #press
How to Make the Most of Your Trip to Amsterdam
It’s all fun and games until you’re elbowing your way through hordes of tourists at Dam Square. But a little quiet is far from impossible in the Dutch capital. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/14/travel/amsterdam-travel-tips.html?utm_source=press.coop
Arkansas Warns School Districts Not to Offer A.P. African American Studies
Like Florida, which refused to approve the class, the Arkansas education department suggested that the course violates state law. #press
Russia Fires Warning Shots and Boards a Freighter in the Black Sea
Russia’s military made good on its threats to enforce its blockade of Ukraine, adding to the tensions in an increasingly active theater of war. #press
Kansas Paper Warns Police Not to Review Information on Seized Devices
Newspaper raids are rare in the United States, and the one that happened at The Marion County Record last week has drawn condemnation from First Amendment advocates. #press
