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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

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2015 “Astronomers and physicists from some of the world’s top institutions grappled with a dire scenario,” said Newsweek about a gathering of industry experts in Rome. “An asteroid possibly as large as 1,300 feet in diameter—big enough to cause epochal damage—was hurtling toward Earth, and the countries likely to be hit included some of the poorest and most unstable in the world.” An exaggeration, the meeting still proves an age-old pattern—scientists warned of the possibility of something like COVID-19, yet governments, businesses and citizens paid little heed to its reality. 1967 “Israeli staff officers had worked out their ground-war tactics down to the last detail,” said Newsweek on their victory in the Six-Day War under the leadership of newly appointed Defense Minister Moshe Dayan. Clashes in May between Israel and…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

The Young Men No One Really Knows

Periscope NEWS, OPINION + ANALYSIS SOCIETY BORN BETWEEN THE LATE 1990S AND THE EARLY 2010s, Gen Z, the first generation reared on the internet, has come of age; more than 30 million of them—the oldest of whom are now 26 years old—have reached legal voting age as of 2021. By 2028, demographers anticipate Gen Z and their older millennial counterparts will constitute most of the U.S. electorate, setting them up to have a profound influence on the direction of the country for decades to come. Early in their political lives, they’ve proven to be a reliably Democratic voting bloc at a time the United States finds itself at a crossroads on issues like abortion, labor rights and protections for LGBTQ+ people. A look under the hood, however, paints a more…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

BEST SPECIALIZED HOSPITALS ASIA PACIFIC 2023

ASIA PACIFIC (APAC) IS ONE OF THE WORLD’S most diverse and dynamic regions, with over 4 billion people and a GDP of over 30 trillion U.S. dollars. Demographics in the region are shifting, and the proportion of people over 60 is expected to grow to over a quarter of the population by 2050—placing more demand on the health care system. APAC is the fastest-growing area in the world for health care investment and much of that focuses on specialized care. To provide patients with a comprehensive resource for informed decision-making, Statista and Newsweek have partnered to highlight the Best Specialized Hospitals Asia Pacific 2023. For the first time, we recognize the leading hospitals in the Asia-Pacific region, encompassing Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. We…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

Jesse Garcia

EVERYTHING HAS A STORY, INCLUDING FLAMIN’ HOT CHEETOS. IN FACT, the story behind the person who claims to have invented the flavor, Richard Montañez, was so good it warranted a film. “We worked very hard to make sure that it was entertaining as well as telling Richard’s story,” says Jesse Garcia, who plays Montañez in the new Eva Longoria-directed film Flamin’ Hot (June 9). “When I first got the script, I knew the part was mine.” That’s because Garcia connected to Montañez’s story on a personal level. “He’s Mexican American, he came from not much money, which I didn’t either.... It’s the same story a lot of us have.” On the surface, the story is about the addictive spicy flavor. “It’s like Mexican food. You get just the right amount…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

Paying the Debt

Senator Bernie Sanders arrives at the U.S. Capitol Building on June 1 to vote on the Fiscal Responsibility Act. The bipartisan legislation to raise the debt ceiling until 2025 passed the Senate in a vote of 63-36, ensuring that the U.S. would not default on its debt. Sanders opposed the measure, calling it “totally unnecessary” and urging the president instead to invoke the 14th Amendment as authority to pass the debt ceiling. President Joe Biden, meanwhile, called the agreement a “big win” for the American economy.…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

Europe’s New ‘Iron Lady’

ESTONIAN PRIME MINISTER KAJA Kallas has emerged as one of Europe’s most combative leaders as the continent grapples with the return of major war. The 45-year-old’s ceaseless repudiation of Russian aggression—and of those allies who are seemingly hesitant to face it—has earned Kallas vitriol from the Kremlin and a new nickname in the West: Europe’s “new Iron Lady,” a moniker once bestowed upon former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. “I don’t know how to answer this,” Kallas says, laughing, at the nickname during an exclusive Newsweek interview at the Stenbock House, the official seat of the Estonian government. “I guess it shows that I’ve been very firm about the issues that I’m talking about. And I think it is meant as a compliment. Although maybe in some countries, it’s not.…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

Weird and Wacky Roadside Attractions

Why did the chicken cross the road? To see these amazing sites just off the highway! Summer is a great time for a road trip, and along the way to your destination, take note of these unique roadside attractions. There’s something for everyone, from pop culture fanatics to art fans to Trekkies. Many of the destinations are free to visit, but some have entry fees. Additionally, not all are available 24/7, so be sure to check the latest hours and admission prices before you go. Music by Storm The Singing Ringing Tree BURNLEY, ENGLAND This 10-foot-high art installation uses the wind combined with multiple levels of steel pipes to create music that can be heard from about 400 feet away. Built using materials recycled from a rundown transmission station on…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

Power Couple

Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah and Saudi architect Rajwa Al Saif wed at Zahran Palace on June 1. The nuptials held deep political significance, symbolizing a new relationship between the two countries. Among the guests were American First Lady Jill Biden and Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton. Jordanians celebrated country-wide and thousands gathered to see the procession.…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

The China Loophole

MILLIONS OF FEDERAL EMPLOYEES CAN invest in Chinese companies sanctioned by the U.S. government via its flagship retirement plan—even though these companies have been branded a danger to national security or are accused of profiting from forced labor or other human rights abuses, a Newsweek investigation reveals. Since June 2022, the federal government’s employee retirement savings plan—the largest in the world with $720 billion in assets—has offered its 6.8 million members the option to invest some of their savings via a platform that gives them access to an additional 5,000 mutual funds beyond the plan’s core funds. Some of the funds available through the portal have holdings in Chinese companies that are on at least nine U.S. government sanctions or watch lists, according to an exclusive analysis for Newsweek by…

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Newsweek|June 16, 2023

Stories from the South

JASON ISBELL’S SEVENTH STUDIO album, May 2020’s Reunions, got nearly universal raves. But, as told in the HBO documentary Running With Our Eyes Closed, making the record was a challenge for the Alabama-born singer and guitarist. At the time, Isbell, a recovering alcoholic, was going through personal and creative tensions with his wife, musician Amanda Shires. Then the pandemic forced him to postpone a tour with his band, the 400 Unit. “Sometimes you have a hard time connecting with people, whether it be your bandmates, your spouse, whoever,” Isbell tells Newsweek. “I think the documentary does a good job of showing people who are just trying to make the right choices and trying to be good people. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t, but you just keep moving, keep…

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