Up First from NPR S. Korea President, Texas Abortion Lawsuit, Coffee Prices
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Dec 14, 2024 South Korea is in a political uproar as President Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment for attempting to impose martial law. Meanwhile, a lawsuit in Texas against a doctor for prescribing abortion medication highlights the complexities of reproductive rights. On a different note, coffee lovers might want to brace themselves, as a severe drought in Brazil has driven coffee prices to a staggering 47-year high, raising concerns for consumers and the coffee market.
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Impeachment Crisis
- South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment stemmed from his attempt to impose martial law.
- This action raised concerns about the country's democratic stability and US foreign policy implications.
Texas Abortion Lawsuit
- Texas AG Ken Paxton sued a New York doctor for prescribing abortion pills to a Texas resident.
- This lawsuit challenges shield laws protecting out-of-state doctors providing telehealth abortions.
Coffee Prices Soar
- A drought in Brazil significantly impacted coffee harvests, causing a surge in coffee futures prices.
- This price hike, the highest in nearly 50 years, affects both Arabica and Robusta beans.