Morning Wire Thursday Afternoon Update | 12.8.22
Dec 8, 2022
Brittany Greiner's release from Russian captivity makes waves, shedding light on the complexities of negotiating for detained Americans. The show highlights a 24-hour strike at The New York Times as union members advocate for better working conditions. In legal updates, topless sunbathing gains traction in Nantucket, while a new gun law in Oregon faces challenges. Political drama unfolds with the indictment of a Ukrainian politician and the arrest of Peru's former president. Meanwhile, Celine Dion battles health issues with her Stiff Person Syndrome.
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Griner Released
- WNBA star Brittney Griner was released from Russian captivity in exchange for Viktor Bout.
- Griner was arrested in February for possessing marijuana vaping materials.
NYT Strike
- Over 1,000 union members at The New York Times went on a 24-hour strike.
- They demand better wages, remote work policies, and a fairer evaluation system.
Topless Sunbathing Legalized
- Topless sunbathing is now legal in Nantucket, Massachusetts.
- The Attorney General approved the amendment passed in May.