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Following Donald Trump's election victory, there has been a significant increase in demand for reproductive health products, including emergency contraception and abortion pills. Many women are stockpiling these medications amid fears of potential restrictions under a second Trump administration. Reports indicate sales spikes of up to 1,650% in some cases.
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As Donald Trump returns to the White House, abortion rights advocates confront renewed challenges. A Kentucky woman has filed a lawsuit against her state's abortion bans, while recent rulings in Wyoming have blocked restrictive laws. Activists are mobilizing to protect reproductive rights amid fears of a national abortion ban.
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The Beaver Supermoon, the last supermoon of 2024, peaked on November 15, showcasing a bright and large lunar display. This event marks the final supermoon until March 2025, with varying definitions of what constitutes a supermoon among astronomers. The phenomenon is linked to beaver activity in November.
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Recent elections in Namibia and the U.S. have raised concerns over election integrity. In Namibia, legal experts question the validity of extended polling hours, while in the U.S., certification processes have been less contentious following Donald Trump's victory. These developments highlight ongoing debates about voter access and election transparency.
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San Jose State's volleyball team advances to the Mountain West Championship after Boise State withdrew amid a lawsuit concerning a transgender player. The situation has sparked significant debate over fairness in women's sports, leading to multiple forfeits from opponents throughout the season.
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Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research, began her two-year prison sentence on November 7, 2024, after pleading guilty to fraud charges linked to the FTX collapse. Her release date is now set for July 20, 2026, due to good behavior provisions under the First Step Act.
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Recent developments have raised concerns about maternal mortality review committees in states with strict abortion laws. Georgia dismissed its committee members, Texas halted reviews for 2022 and 2023, and Idaho reinstated its panel after disbanding it. These changes highlight the growing scrutiny and challenges faced by these committees in addressing maternal health issues.