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Climate Change and Indigenous Health: A Fight for Justice in Guatemala

November 30, 2024

Imagine a world where your health depends on the whims of the weather. This is the reality for many Indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Researchers are working with 16 communities in this region, using a mix of local involvement, national data, and advocacy to help them tackle extreme

politics

Why Elon Musk Backs Gaetz for Attorney General

November 26, 2024

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, expressed his support for Matt Gaetz, the ex-congressman who's now Trump's pick for attorney general. Musk praised Gaetz's qualities, calling him the "Judge Dredd America needs" to clean up corruption and put powerful people behind bars. Musk believes Gaetz has what it takes

business

Will Google's Ad Tech Be Called a Monopoly?

November 25, 2024

A big decision is coming up for Google. A judge in Virginia, U. S. , will soon decide if Google's advertising technology is a monopoly. This isn't just any judge, but Judge Leonie Brinkema, who’s expected to give a written ruling by the end of the year. If she finds Google has done something illegal

politics

Black Women Reassess Political Role After Trump's Win

November 25, 2024

The 2024 election brought a wave of disappointment for many Black women. Teja Smith, founder of Get Social, feels the country has spoken and it's time to take a step back. After Trump's win, despite his divisive rhetoric and actions, many Black women are reevaluating their role in politics and socia

environment

Climate Deal at Cop29: Is It Fair for All?

November 25, 2024

The climate finance deal agreed at Cop29 has faced criticism from negotiators of some countries. The deal aims to triple the amount of money given to poorer countries to fight climate change, but it falls short of the $1. 3 trillion requested by developing nations. Instead, it sets a goal of $300 bi

politics

Black Women Reevaluate Their Role in US Politics

November 24, 2024

When Donald Trump won re-election, many Black women felt disheartened and started rethinking their roles as political organizers. These women have historically been at the forefront of social and political change in the US, but after Trump's victory, some are considering taking a step back. They've

politics

Cheating No Longer a Crime in New York

November 23, 2024

New York has officially removed an old law that made cheating on your spouse a crime. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the bill to repeal this 1907 law, making adultery a misdemeanor. While charges weren't common and convictions even rarer, the law still existed. Governor Hochul found it ironic to sign

politics

Why Trump's Sentence Hit Pause Button

November 23, 2024

In an unexpected turn, a New York judge has pushed back Donald Trump's sentencing. Why the sudden change? Trump was found guilty of 34 crimes linked to a "hush money" case before the 2016 election. His team isn't pleased and wants the case thrown out. They argue that if the judge agrees, a new trial

health

Justice Health Research: A Decade of Progress and Gaps

November 23, 2024

In the last decade, a new field called justice health research has popped up. It's like a bridge between the worlds of public health and the justice system. To make sure this area of study is fair and focused, researchers are taking a close look at what's been done so far. They're checking for any m

crime

College Student’s Killer Convicted: Trump’s Stance on Immigration

November 21, 2024

Earlier this year, a university student named Laken Riley tragically lost her life while jogging on the University of Georgia campus. The case took a political turn when former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the matter. A man from Venezuela, Jose Ibarra, was convicted for the murder o