With an economy hit hard by COVID, many Bhutanese have left for jobs abroad. Bhutan’s government, which for years has prioritized Gross National Happiness, is now working to lure people back. Source
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Scientists still identifying 9/11 victims’ remains, giving answers to loved ones
The New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner has pledged to continue efforts to identify 9/11 victims’ remains for as long as there are families looking for answers. Source
What is Bluesky, the online platform welcoming users leaving Elon Musk’s X?
Bluesky reported one million new users after President-elect Trump tapped X owner Musk for his next administration. Source
Organic carrots recalled after E. coli outbreak. These are the brands impacted.
Grimmway Farms, which made and packaged the organic carrots, issued the recall on Saturday after nearly 40 cases were recorded in 18 states. Source
Trump’s controversial Cabinet and senior staff picks face uncertain future
President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington. Source
Birx says she is “excited” for data-driven discussions in RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearings
Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House Coronavirus response coordinator, said Sunday she is “excited” for the data on key health issues that will surface in Senate confirmation hearings for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Source
Full transcript of “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Nov. 17, 2024
On this “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” broadcast, Sue Gordon and Dr. Deborah Birx join Margaret Brennan. Source
Biden becomes first sitting U.S. president to visit Amazon rainforest
Mr. Biden has made addressing climate change a key part of his policy agenda. Source
Biden OKs Ukraine’s use of U.S.-provided weapons inside Russian territory
The easing of restrictions would allow Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMS, to hit targets inside Russia. Source
Ohio governor, other leaders condemn neo-Nazi march in Columbus
Video showed nearly a dozen people wearing black pants, shirts and head coverings and red masks covering their mouths marching down the street. Three of the people were carrying black flags with red swastikas. Source