The NewsWorthy Catholic School Shooting, CDC Boss Ousted & Camp for Adults - Thursday, August 28, 2025
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Aug 28, 2025 A tragic mass shooting at a Catholic school highlights ongoing concerns about youth safety in educational settings. In public health news, the CDC experiences a shakeup, including new COVID vaccine limitations and funding cuts for sex education. Meanwhile, adult sleepaway camps are gaining popularity, offering a nostalgic escape for grown-ups. The podcast also touches on a major cybersecurity breach affecting American companies and discusses initiatives to combat AI-related mental health issues.
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Catholic School Shooting Details
- A shooter attacked children at a Minneapolis Catholic school during first-week mass, killing an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old and injuring 17 others.
- Officials say the attacker, a 23-year-old transgender woman who died by suicide, may have been a former student and left disturbing social media posts.
Tariff Hike Narrows Global Sourcing Gap
- President Trump raised tariffs on Indian imports by adding a 25% tariff to an existing 25% one over oil purchases from Russia.
- The move narrows the tariff gap between imports from China and India, complicating recent supply-chain shifts.
Global Pause Over New De Minimis Rule
- Multiple countries paused U.S. package deliveries over confusion about a new de minimis rule lowering the tariff-free threshold from $800 to $100.
- Businesses face unclear collection processes and data requirements, so many shipments are temporarily suspended.