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Mercredi 17 décembre 2025 à 22:02
Society – Community Impact & Social Justice
Long‑lost Kentucky child reunited with family after four decades
Detectives’ relentless investigation, bolstered by a Crime Stoppers tip, led to the discovery of Michelle Newton, missing since 1983, in another state. Her mother, Debra Leigh Newton, now faces custodial‑interference charges, underscoring both the triumph of modern policing and the lingering shadows of past abductions. The case highlights how cold‑case resources can still yield life‑changing outcomes.
USA Today
Parents sue Meta over tragic sextortion death
The parents of Murray Dowey, a 16‑year‑old who died after being blackmailed on Instagram, have filed the first UK wrongful‑death claim against Meta, alleging the platform prioritized profit over child safety. Lawyers argue that Meta’s inadequate safeguards enabled the sextortion gang, raising urgent questions about corporate responsibility in the digital age. The lawsuit could set a precedent for holding tech giants accountable for online harms.
The Guardian
Coast Guard admiral’s promotion blocked amid harassment policy dispute
Admiral Kevin Lunday saw his promotion stalled after a new workplace‑harassment policy re‑classified swastikas and nooses as “potentially divisive” rather than prohibited symbols. Critics, including several senators, contend the policy dilutes protections against extremist imagery, while the Coast Guard argues it balances free‑speech concerns. The impasse reflects broader tensions over how federal agencies address hate symbols.
Washington Post (national)
Bulgarian Gen Z protests fueled by corruption revelations
Youth demonstrators in Bulgaria have taken to the streets, demanding transparency after investigative reports traced large sums of public money siphoned by elite networks. The protests, dubbed “Money Matters,” illustrate a generational push against entrenched corruption and a desire for accountable governance. Authorities warn of potential unrest if reforms are not swiftly enacted.
World Politics Review
Education – Learning for a Sustainable Future
Boston unveils Climate‑Ready Workforce Action Plan to power green jobs
The city’s new Climate Ready Workforce Action Plan, crafted by the Dukakis Center and partners, maps the skills gap for the 2050 carbon‑neutrality goal, proposing targeted training for electricians, HVAC technicians, and construction workers transitioning to low‑carbon roles. Researchers emphasize that without robust funding for wages and apprenticeships, the pipeline of qualified green workers could collapse. This blueprint aims to align climate ambition with economic opportunity.
Grist
Canada’s population dip linked to crackdown on international students
Statistics Canada reports a 0.2 % quarterly population decline, the first since the pandemic, driven by tightened immigration rules targeting international students. Universities warn of reduced enrolments and financial strain, while policymakers debate the long‑term impact on Canada’s skilled‑labour pipeline and multicultural fabric. The shift signals a pivotal moment for higher‑education institutions reliant on foreign enrolments.
The Guardian
Politics – Governance & Policy Battles
EU leaders wrestle with Ukraine financing as summit approaches
Diplomats are negotiating a last‑minute compromise to fund Ukraine, split between using frozen Russian assets held at Euroclear and issuing a joint EU debt loan. Germany and Nordic states push the assets route, while Belgium and Italy demand a budget‑backed plan, exposing lingering north‑south fault lines reminiscent of the eurozone crisis. The outcome will determine whether Kyiv receives a lifeline before the European Council convenes.
Politico Europe
Bipartisan push forces vote on extending ACA subsidies
Four Republican senators joined Democrats in a petition demanding a vote on a bill to extend Affordable Care Act premium subsidies for three years, countering House GOP efforts to let tax credits lapse. The move reflects growing anxiety within the Republican ranks about rising health‑care costs ahead of the 2026 midterms and signals a rare cross‑party alignment on protecting consumer health benefits.
The Guardian
Environment – Climate, Energy & Public Health
Mississippi residents sue Drax over hazardous wood‑pellet emissions
Residents of Gloster, Mississippi, allege that the Amite Bioenergy plant, operated by British firm Drax, releases illegal levels of methanol, acrolein, and formaldehyde, causing respiratory issues and cancer risks. The lawsuit seeks stricter monitoring and compensation, highlighting the tension between bioenergy’s touted climate benefits and local health impacts.
The Guardian (Environnment)
National Grid proposes 10 % gas rate hike, sparking affordability concerns
The utility plans to request a 10 % increase to its base distribution rate for Massachusetts customers, citing rising procurement costs and infrastructure upgrades. Consumer advocates warn the hike could hinder state climate goals by making natural‑gas less competitive with renewable alternatives, while the company argues the revenue is essential for grid resilience.
bostonglobe.com
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