Welcome to Wednesday, January 10th, readers and writers...

Scientists claim 2023 was the hottest year on record by a large margin.

Experts stated that the Earth's life support system in 2023 was so damaged that the planet is now "well outside the safe operating space for humanity."

In 2023, the planet had a global average temperature 1.48C hotter than pre-industrial levels, before the world started burning mass levels of fossil fuels and releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

Will climate change impact your vote this year? Let us know.

2024 Iowa Caucus: What you need to know

The Iowa Caucus is a critical, closely-watched event in the U.S., serving as the initial contest in the presidential primary election. It provides an early glimpse into voter sentiment and candidate viability, setting the tone for the rest of the primary elections. Here's all you need to know.

Are you ready for the presidential election?

Combat the surge in teen vaping

Illegal, foreign-made vapes - with youth-appealing flavors like "rainbow cotton candy" - are a growing issue among U.S. teens. Since 2019, high school usage of these disposable vapes has skyrocketed by an astounding 2616%. These are not just statistics – they represent real kids in real communities, with Florida at the forefront, ranking #1 in illegal vape sales.

The impact is visible in our schools and neighborhoods. We've seen the negative effects these vapes have on the health and well-being of America's youth. This is not just a problem; it's an epidemic, and it requires immediate action.

Your experience and your voice are powerful tools in this fight. By sharing your story, you join a community of concerned individuals dedicated to protecting our youth. Together, we can amplify the call to action, urging for these illegal, youth-targeted vapes to be removed from store shelves and eradicated from our communities.

And, in the end...

It's Save the Eagles Day, a time to raise awareness about the species and keep them from returning to the endangered species list. How will you honor these mighty birds of prey today?

—Jamie Epstein

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