Recent News Highlights
President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row, investing in research for long COVID treatments, assessing damage to cultural heritage sites in Lebanon, musician Saint Levant's performances about Gaza, Bolivian skateboarders at Smithsonian Folklife Festival, and Blake Lively's legal complaint against co-star and director Justin Baldoni.
Key Points
- President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row
- NIH invested $300 million in long COVID research
- Assessment of damage to cultural heritage sites in Lebanon due to Israel-Hezbollah war
- Musician Saint Levant's performances in Europe and U.S. about Gaza
- Bolivian skateboarders showcased their skills at Smithsonian Folklife Festival
- Blake Lively's legal complaint against co-star and director Justin Baldoni
Pros
- Commuted sentences against capital punishment
- Investment in long COVID research
- Assessment of damage to cultural heritage sites
- Awareness through musician's performances
- Cultural exchange through Bolivian skateboarders
Cons
- Damage to cultural heritage sites in Lebanon
- Allegations of sexual harassment on set