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Why more schools are banning cellphones

Mar 29, 2024
Journalist Evan Gershkovich's wrongful detainment in Russia, schools banning cellphones, and Taylor Crumpton arguing Beyoncé's country roots are discussed in this episode.
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Quick takeaways

  • Efforts are being made to bring back journalist Evan Gershkovich wrongfully detained in Russia.
  • Schools are adopting cellphone bans to reduce distractions and improve academic performance.

Deep dives

Efforts to Bring Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gerskovich Home

Evan Gerskovich was wrongfully detained in Russia on charges of espionage while reporting for the Wall Street Journal. The State Department and the Journal refute the accusations. The US government and news organizations are actively working to bring him back home. Despite tough conditions in prison, Evan remains positive, reading, writing, and exercising.

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