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Most women in the United States fear that a ban on abortion could put them or a loved one in danger, according to a new poll. Women who identify as Democrats were most likely to express these fears, but a significant number of women who identify as Republicans also expressed the same concerns.
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Tropical Storm Ernesto is growing increasingly dangerous today as it circles Puerto Rico and other parts of the Caribbean. Although the center of the storm will not pass directly over Puerto Rico but will move northeast, Ernesto is still capable of dumping between 8 and 10 inches (20 to 25 centimeters) of rain on the island, likely triggering dangerous flash flooding and mudslides, the National Hurricane Center said. Residents have also been warned to prepare for widespread power outages as the island’s fragile and aging power grid is still being repaired after being knocked out by Hurricane Maria in 2017. Some cruise lines have also changed the itineraries or port dates of some of their ships to avoid strong winds and rough seas.
Former President Donald Trump continues to call Vice President Kamala Harris’ nomination as the Democratic nominee “unconstitutional” and accuses her of participating in a “coup.” There are no serious efforts to challenge Harris’ status as the Democratic nominee, but some Trump critics warn that doing so could lay the groundwork for a challenge to the outcome of the 2024 election if he loses a second time. The Democratic National Committee made it official last week: Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are their party’s nominees for president and vice president, respectively. Delegates held a virtual roll call ahead of the convention, with Harris receiving 99% of attendees’ votes. Republicans have acknowledged that after the DNC vote, there is no way to challenge Harris’s placement on the ballot.
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that the University of California, Los Angeles, cannot allow pro-Palestinian protesters to deny Jewish students access to classes and other areas of campus. It is the first time a U.S. judge has ruled against a university over demonstrations against the war between Israel and Hamas that took place on campus earlier this year. In a lawsuit filed in June, three Jewish students at UCLA alleged that they were discriminated against because of their faith during the protests on campus and that the university failed to ensure access to campus for all Jewish students. UCLA argued that it had no legal responsibility in the matter, but the judge ruled that the university is prohibited from offering classes and providing access to campus buildings if Jewish students are denied access.
Russia’s border region of Belgorod declared a state of emergency today following new attacks by Ukrainian forces. After its rare border crossing, Kyiv claimed control of hundreds of square kilometers of Russian territory. Tens of thousands of Russians were forced to flee their homes this week as Ukrainian troops advanced into the region. Regional authorities are now appealing to the Russian government to declare a federal state of emergency. The incursion – the first time foreign troops have entered Russian territory since World War II – is a major embarrassment for the Kremlin. Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to “drive” the enemy out of Russia, but his burned-out military has so far failed to stop the Ukrainian advance.
Ukraine claims to have conquered as much land in one week as Russia has this year
President Joe Biden made a major cancer funding announcement Tuesday on his first official trip since dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. The Cancer Moonshot program, created during Biden’s tenure as vice president and receiving billions in new funding since 2022, is designed to conduct cutting-edge research to halve cancer deaths in the coming decades. Biden highlighted $150 million in new research grants to eight organizations, including $23 million to Tulane University — the backdrop for the announcement. It comes as the White House works to disburse as much funding as allowed under current programs, with uncertainty looming in November. The theme of the trip was also personal for the president: His eldest son, Beau Biden, died in 2015 at age 46 from complications of a brain tumor.
Thailand’s Prime Minister removed from office by shocking court ruling
Thailand’s Prime Minister Strettha Thavisin has been removed from office after a court ruled he had violated the constitution – a shocking decision that plunges the kingdom into further political uncertainty.
Street art featuring animals is appearing all over London
Banksy strikes again. Employees at London Zoo were surprised on Tuesday when they discovered an exhibit that suggested the animals would be released.
Jimmy Kimmel explains why he won’t host the next Oscars
The late-night host has shared why he recently turned down a request to host the Academy Awards for the fifth time next year.
“Veep” star Julia Louis-Dreyfus moderates panel discussion at DNC
Actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus will co-moderate a panel with the Democratic Governors Association during the Democratic National Convention to spotlight female governors across the United States.
Why turning cities into ‘sponges’ could help fight floods
For over a decade, Kongjian Yu has been designing nature-based “sponge cities” that absorb rainwater and release it back into the environment.
Enrich your life and protect your brain
Feeling like your life lacks meaning may put you at risk for cognitive impairment later in life, according to a new study. Read why it’s important to continue to develop as you age.
1.2 million US dollars
That’s how much money was raised for British charities in a series of auctions that sold some of the first versions of the banknotes featuring King Charles III to come off the printing presses. New £5, £10, £20 and £50 banknotes featuring King Charles entered circulation in the UK in June. This was the first time the Bank of England changed the monarch on its banknotes. Queen Elizabeth II, who died in September 2022, was the first monarch to be depicted on pound banknotes in 1960.
“All initial signals point to a glaciation event.”
— Peter Goelzformer NTSB executive director who suspects the catastrophic plane crash in Brazil last week was likely caused by ice building up on the plane. In-flight icing can “disrupt airflow over the wings,” according to Federal Aviation Administration documents, which can cause the plane to “roll or pitch uncontrollably.” Investigators are still trying to determine what caused the plane’s high-speed crash Friday near São Paulo, killing all 62 passengers on board.
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Video: Food scientist explains how to prevent your food from spoiling
How to prevent your food from spoiling
A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is important for long-term health, but some shoppers avoid buying large quantities of fresh fruits and vegetables at once because they can spoil easily. Watch this video to learn how to properly store your food so it lasts longer.
