How the Pandemic Upended Our Lives

As extreme heat increasingly impacts Phoenix, the city's Fire Department is employing a novel lifesaving method: cold water immersion using bags of ice, originally developed by the military. This technique cools heatstroke victims three to five times faster than traditional methods, significantly reducing heat-related deaths despite rising temperatures, and is being stockpiled at fire stations and popular trailheads for rapid response. Want More Context? 🔎

Authorities in Anchorage, Alaska, are warning hikers to avoid salmon-running streams after two bear maulings occurred within a week, both involving unidentified hikers who survived. Officials emphasize the importance of safety precautions, such as traveling in groups and being aware of surroundings, especially near bear habitats during this critical time before hibernation. Want More Context? 🔎

During a Senate floor disagreement, Democratic Sen. Cory Booker criticized colleagues for supporting a bipartisan policing package, claiming it aligns with President Trump's agenda and violates constitutional principles. He accused fellow Democrats, including Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, of complicity and called for a stronger Democratic stance against Trump's actions regarding law enforcement funding. Want More Context? 🔎

The family of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr, who recently died from a brain-eating amoeba infection in South Carolina, is raising awareness about the risks associated with swimming in freshwater bodies like Lake Murray. His parents expressed their shock and emphasized the need for public education on the dangers of Naegleria fowleri, which can cause primary amebic meningoencephalitis when water enters the nose. Want More Context? 🔎

A man facing drug charges has challenged Alina Habba's authority as the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey, prompting a federal judge to pause his trial and transfer the case to Pennsylvania. This legal dispute arises after President Trump appointed Habba, whose nomination was withdrawn after a panel of judges selected another attorney, raising questions about the legitimacy of her prosecutorial actions. Want More Context? 🔎

Following Jeffrey Epstein's death in August 2019, Attorney General William Barr and other officials asserted that surveillance footage showed no one entered his cell area, supporting the suicide conclusion. However, a CBS News analysis revealed discrepancies between the officials' claims and the video evidence, raising doubts about the investigation's integrity and the handling of Epstein's status as a suicide risk. Want More Context? 🔎