UCLA protests, Arizona abortion ban, bird flu, menopause drugs and more
May 2, 2024
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UCLA protests, Arizona abortion ban, bird flu, menopause drugs, Harvey Weinstein retrial, and an unbelievable story of a cat surviving a 630-mile journey in an Amazon box.
College protests intensify over Israel-Gaza War, sparking arrests and First Amendment debates.
Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban, potential delays expected before final approval.
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College Protests Against Israel-Gaza War
College protests against the Israel-Gaza War are escalating across various states. Incidents include 90 arrests at Dartmouth College and confrontations at UCLA. A bill expanding anti-Semitism's definition in response to these protests has been passed by House Republicans and Democrats, stirring First Amendment concerns.
Repeal of Arizona's 1864 Abortion Ban
Arizona Senate voted to repeal the state's 1864 abortion ban, sparked by a national dispute. Approval of the repeal by the governor is anticipated. Potential procedural delays might temporarily enforce the law in June with a ballot measure in November to solidify abortion rights in Arizona constitution.
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