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October 24, 2023

National News

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed more than 700 people in the past day, Gaza Health Ministry says

The Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza says Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip had killed more than 700 people in the past day.

apnews.com/article/israel-palestinian-gaza-war-hamas-hostages-macron-c2482817f230580c20b898bd65e5a4c3

Video Young voters could have a big impact in 2024, study says

Americans under 30 hold more liberal views than the general electorate across a range of policy issues.

abcnews.go.com/538/video/young-voters-big-impact-2024-study-104186875

There's a long list of candidates for House speaker as Republicans try voting again on a new leader

House Republicans will meet privately to try nominating a new House speaker. It's three weeks since Republicans ousted Kevin McCarthy.

apnews.com/article/house-speaker-republicans-emmer-mccarthy-c7ddb6abf4c7322f9fc44fdaa07791fc

Thank U, Next

After all of the flipping last week, who could come next? To help us understand how prosecutors think in these situations, and what we might expect to see in the coming weeks, I asked four former prosecutor friends to share their thoughts about who might be next. But before we get there, leave a comment about who you think might be the next flipper. No peeking at Barb McQuade, Elie Honig, Katie Phang and Paul Butler’s ideas before you do!

open.substack.com/pub/joycevance/p/thank-u-next?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

State News:

Murfreesboro anti-LGBTQ ordinance on hold for BoroPride event – Tennessee Lookout

The Tennessee Equality Project and Murfreesboro officials reached an agreement hold a BoroPride event, putting anti-LGBTQ measures on hold.

tennesseelookout.com/2023/10/24/murfreesboro-anti-lgbtq-ordinance-on-hold-for-boropride-event

Local News:

L ooking for innovative entertainment and gift ideas for the holidays? Join UT Extension McMinn and Monroe Counties for a Holiday Beverage Design Class on Thursday, November 9th, at UT Extension McMinn Office located at 2345 Denso Drive in Athens from 10:30 amnoon. Highlights of the class include creating and tasting mixes for Spiced Chai, and Spiced Tea (with and without sugar). These make great gifts for teachers and others for whom you want to show your appreciation. Your friends will love your new skills in creating Hot Cocoa and other delicious mixes. Each participant will take home Hot Cocoa mix that you make to your own taste. Also, to spice up your apple cider a Beetle Cider mix (no insects involved) will be made. Cost of the class is $25 and can be paid online: https://mcminn.tennessee.edu/ or in-person at either the McMinn or Monroe County Extension Office. Please register by November 6th . Class is limited to 22 people.

The Arts:

Seniors:

Who Bombed the Gaza Hospital and Why Are DeSantis and Haley Still Lying?

Gaza Hospital Bombing Leads to Rush to Judgement, DeSantis Knowingly Let People Die, Haley Lies About Her China Connection, My Special Book Recommendation, Al Jarreau Sings Beautifully

kareem.substack.com/p/who-bombed-the-gaza-hospital-and?r=2cuzj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

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