Video Analysis of ICE Shooting Sheds Light on Contested Moments - The New York Times

The New York Times provides a detailed video analysis of the shooting incident involving an ICE officer and Renee Good in Minneapolis. The analysis uses synchronized and assessed videos to reveal contested moments and provide a more nuanced understanding of the incident.

Why not? 😂

This satirical petition from Denmark, which owns Greenland, has garnered over 200,000 signatures as a playful response to Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland. The petition humorously proposes buying California from the US, highlighting Danish culture and values as potential benefits to the state.

Need a pep talk? Pep talk hotline created by a group of elementary school kids in California. 🤍

$7 Cancer Pills, $2,400 Medicare Tab: Fort Worth Pharmacist Calls Out PBM Profiteering

A Fort Worth pharmacy has raised concerns about inflated prices of cancer medications for Medicare patients, revealing that Medicare paid $2,400 for a $7 cancer drug. Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are being criticized for their role in the pricing discrepancies, with critics arguing that their practices lack transparency and result in overpayments benefiting big pharmaceutical companies. The pharmacy recommends using price checkers to avoid overpaying for medications.

Fentanyl Vaccine?

An experimental fentanyl vaccine, which aims to prevent overdose by blocking the drug's effects, is set to enter human trials in early 2026. Developed with funding from the U.S. Department of Defense, the vaccine works by generating antibodies that bind to fentanyl in the bloodstream, preventing it from reaching the brain. The vaccine, which has shown promising results in rat studies, will first be tested for safety in a Phase I trial in the Netherlands. If successful, it could become the first proactive treatment for opioid use disorder.

Geminids peak ends tonight ✨

The Geminids meteor shower, which peaks during mid-December each year, is considered one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers. Originating from the asteroid 3200 Phaethon, the Geminids are known for their bright, fast, and yellow meteors. Best viewed under dark skies during the night and predawn hours, this shower offers a great opportunity for skywatchers, especially for young viewers. To maximize your viewing experience, find a location away from city lights, dress warmly, and be patient as the show lasts until dawn.

Was there actually an earthquake in Nevada this morning or…?

A false earthquake alert for a magnitude 5.9 quake near Carson City, Nevada, was canceled by the U.S. Geological Survey, which later deleted related information. The alert, which caused panic, was issued due to a glitch, as no quake occurred. Earthquakes, which can cause significant damage, are most common in certain U.S. regions. Safety tips include dropping, covering, and holding on during an earthquake, and being aware of potential aftershocks and hazards.

How the Trump Administration Abandoned Plans for a Major Cut in Disability Benefits for Older Workers

“After reporting by ProPublica and other publications, the administration is dropping an effort that could have led 830,000 people, disproportionately blue-collar workers in red states, to lose eligibility for Social Security disability payments.“

Yea to benevolent philanthropists.