1. Crucial points for July 17: Price drops for Dogecoin, USAID updates, Fire in Iraq, New flood risk research, Increase in Syphilis cases
In a poignant tribute, Prince Harry recreated his mother's landmine walk in Angola this morning, highlighting the ongoing efforts to eradicate these deadly devices.
Meanwhile, in the world of sports, the 2025 ESPY Awards honoured Katie Schumacher-Cawley, who received the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance. The medals for the Winter Olympics were also unveiled, representing both Olympic and Paralympic values.
In other news, a new film about the Smurfs is now gracing the big screen, providing a colourful escape for movie-goers. However, tragedy struck in eastern Iraq as a fire ripped through a shopping mall, claiming at least 61 lives. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
On a more local note, Carrie Preston, a well-known figure, underwent surgery and has since found a creative way to conceal her scar. Meanwhile, certain supplies of a long-acting injection of penicillin have been recalled due to contamination with floating particles.
In political circles, the Senate passed a spending cuts package proposed by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). However, the reasons for Maurene Comey's dismissal as a federal prosecutor remain unclear. Sources suggest President Trump's discontent with having a Comey in his administration may have played a role, although the official memo from the Department of Justice did not provide a reason for her termination. Maurene Comey, the daughter of James Comey, the former director of the FBI, worked on significant cases, including those against Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the prosecution of Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Finally, it was announced that nearly 500 metric tons of taxpayer-funded emergency food will be destroyed. The food, intended to help feed starving people around the world, has been sitting in a Dubai warehouse for months. The bill for the new air traffic control system for the country is estimated to be $31.5 billion. The bill must pass in the House by Friday.
As always, stay informed and stay safe.
- In the realm of environmental science, ongoing research emphasizes the impact of plastic waste on health-and-wellness, with particular focus on microplastics found in our water supply and their potential health risks for us and various marine species.
- In the realms of both science and health-and-wellness, recent studies have suggested that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can decrease the risk of various chronic diseases, while consumption of processed foods can lead to obesity and other health issues.
- In the evolving landscape of politics, there exists a growing concern over the influence of money in elections, with many advocating for stricter regulations on campaign finance to ensure a fair representation of environmental-science and general-news policies in our democratic process, in addition to the reduction of crime-and-justice issues.
