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Insurance policies were halted in California due to the extreme wildfires.

America's largest home insurer, State Farm, is halting the sale of new home insurance policies in California due to the growing risk of wildfires and rising construction costs. The decision will not impact existing State Farm customers.

Are you worried about the everyday impacts of climate change?

Australia to prescribe MDMA and psilocybin for mental illness

On July 1, Australia became the first country to regulate psilocybin and MDMA as medications for treating psychiatric conditions such as depression and PTSD. Recent research has found that certain illicit substances commonly used recreationally can be helpful in treating specific mental health conditions when used alongside psychotherapy.

Should the U.S. follow?

Pregnant workers fairness act goes into effect

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act was signed into law by President Biden in Dec. 2022. The act went into effect on June 27, after a decade of efforts by a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers. The act requires employers to make fair and reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers. 

Do you think the protections go far enough?

All the Memes Fit to Post

And, In The End...

Today is World Day for International Justice. Do you think the justice system should be celebrated?

—Emma Kansiz

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