What to watch for during Casey Means' confirmation hearing for surgeon general - NPR

Casey Means Confirmation Hearing: Key Issues and the Future of the Surgeon General Role

High Stakes Hearing: Dr. Casey Means Faces Senate Scrutiny for Surgeon General Post The Senate HELP Committee is tasked with vetting the nominee for the U.S. Surgeon General, a role often referred to as the ‘Nation’s Doctor.’ Image for illustrative purposes only. Source: Pixabay As the Trump administration moves forward with its public health agenda,…
Trump says South Korea can build nuclear-powered submarine - DW

Trump’s Nuclear Submarine Approval for South Korea: Policy and Current Status

Unpacking the Authorization: South Korea’s Pursuit of Nuclear Submarines The geopolitical landscape of the Korean Peninsula remains highly volatile, driven by North Korea’s advancing missile and nuclear programs. Against this backdrop, a significant policy statement made by former US President Donald Trump during his administration continues to shape defense discussions in Seoul. While visiting South…
Hurricane Melissa kills at least 30 in the Caribbean as it crosses the Bahamas - CNN

Hurricane Melissa Leaves 30 Dead in Caribbean, Devastation Across Bahamas and Jamaica

Catastrophic Toll: Hurricane Melissa Claims At Least 30 Lives in the Caribbean The Caribbean region is grappling with a humanitarian crisis following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, a powerful storm that has claimed the lives of at least 30 people as it tracked across the Bahamas and slammed into major islands, including Jamaica and Cuba.…