Author: Newslooks Team
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Analysis: Are Cops allowed to shoot suspects in back?
The AP has an analysis: Cops that shoot suspects in the back aren’t always legally allowed to, it depends on the circumstances. Questions have risen about the practice of police officers shooting suspects in the back, after a rash of several high-profile fatal shootings recently emerged. The Associated Press has the story: Legally, the police…
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Indians desperate, turning to black market for COVID-19
As India sets another global record in new virus cases Thursday, those infected are looking to the black market for treatment due to overwhelmed hospitals. Medications like remdesivir and steroids are scarce. The Associated Press has the story: Surge of COVID-19 in India has patients obtaining drugs from the black market NEW DELHI (AP) —…
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Nuclear plant near NYC shutting down amid protests
Although it’s been a key source of energy for New York City suburbs, Indian Point Energy Center is shutting down after public pressure. Gov. Andrew Cuomo had fought for its shutdown. The Associated Press has the story: Indian Point Energy Center nuclear plant shutting down in New York BUCHANAN, N.Y. (AP) — Indian Point will…
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Non-whites exposed to more air pollution
On average Black, Hispanic and Asian people are exposed to higher than average levels of fine particle pollution, a study found. It did not examine the cause of this. The Associated Press has the story: Blacks disproportionately exposed to pollution, other minorities almost as much (AP) Across America, people of color are exposed to more…
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Idaho lawmaker accused of rape may be censured
An Idaho legislative ethics committee is recommending censure and suspension for Idaho Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger. The lawmaker was accused of rape by a 19-year-old intern. The Associated Press has the story: Legislative ethics committee recommending censure and suspension for Idaho Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A legislative ethics committee on Thursday…
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US economy recovering fast post-pandemic
The economy continues to rebound as employers step up hiring and GDP rises. The number of people applying for unemployment benefits reached its lowest since the pandemic started. The Associated Press has the story: Economy rebounding as unemployment decreases, GDP rises and home sales spike WASHINGTON (AP) — Powered by consumers and fueled by government…
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Biden’s speech: Jobs, spending, raising taxes
Biden’s first address to a joint session of Congress focused considerably on his expensive infrastructure program. He also mentioned “jobs” 43 times and admitted that taxes will need to be raised on the wealthy in order to pay for everything. The Associated Press has the story: Biden’s first speech to a joint session of Congress…
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No baby boom after COVID-19 lockdown
Contrary to the expectations of many, there will be no expected baby boom from Americans being shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. John Santelli, a Columbia University professor of population and family health, suggested it could be because people were too stressed out. The Associated Press has the story: Baby bust: Figures show birthrate…
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SEALS’ priority changing away from counterterrorism
As the U.S. begins removing troops from Afghanistan, the Navy SEALs’ priority will be to focus more on world threats, such as from China and Russia. This will change how and where they fight. The Associated Press has the story: U.S. Navy Seals pivot to threats from global powers over terrorism WASHINGTON (AP) — Ten…