Quick takeaways

• Fighting intensifies in southern Gaza, with reports of trapped civilians, prompting the International Court of Justice to rule on South Africa's request for a court order to stop Israel's military campaign.

• Ohio lawmakers pass anti-trans legislation banning gender-affirming care for trans-minors and participation of transgender girls in school sports teams, reflecting a broader trend of similar bills being enacted across the nation.

• Alabama's upcoming execution using untested nitrogen gas raises concerns of potential pain and torture, marking the first time in over 40 years that this method will be employed.

• Enrollment in health plans through the Affordable Care Act's marketplaces experiences an 80% surge since President Biden took office, indicating a significant increase in sign-ups with more than 21 million people now enrolled.

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