Headlines: What you need to know for May 26, 2023
- Russia-Ukraine war: Civilians flee Mariupol as Putin vows to 'liberate' Donbas
- China's economy slows in Q1, raising concerns about global growth
- US Supreme Court to hear case that could overturn Roe v. Wade
- New COVID-19 variant BA.2 spreads rapidly in Europe and US
- Winter storm brings snow, ice and power outages to the Midwest and Northeast
Russia-Ukraine war: Civilians flee Mariupol as Putin vows to 'liberate' Donbas
Thousands of civilians are fleeing the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol as Russian forces continue their assault. The city has been under constant bombardment for weeks, and conditions are dire. There is no running water, no electricity, and no food. Many people are sheltering in basements and underground bunkers, and there are reports of widespread looting and violence.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to "liberate" the Donbas region of Ukraine, which is home to pro-Russian separatists. However, his forces have so far failed to make significant gains in the region. The war in Ukraine is now in its third month, and there is no end in sight.
China's economy slows in Q1, raising concerns about global growth
China's economy grew at its slowest pace in a year in the first quarter of 2023, raising concerns about global growth. The economy expanded by 4.8% in the first quarter, down from 8.1% in the fourth quarter of 2022. The slowdown was due to a number of factors, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and the government's crackdown on the tech sector.
The slowdown in China's economy is a major concern for the global economy. China is the world's second-largest economy, and its growth has a significant impact on the global economy. The slowdown in China's economy could lead to a slowdown in global growth.
US Supreme Court to hear case that could overturn Roe v. Wade
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that legalized abortion nationwide. The case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, challenges a Mississippi law that bans most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
If the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, it would be a major victory for anti-abortion activists. It would also have a significant impact on women's rights in the United States.
New COVID-19 variant BA.2 spreads rapidly in Europe and US
A new COVID-19 variant, BA.2, is spreading rapidly in Europe and the United States. BA.2 is a subvariant of Omicron, and it is believed to be more transmissible than the original Omicron variant.
BA.2 has already become the dominant variant in some countries, including Denmark and Norway. It is expected to become the dominant variant in the United States in the coming weeks.
There is no evidence that BA.2 is more severe than the original Omicron variant. However, it is more transmissible, which means that it could lead to a surge in cases.
Winter storm brings snow, ice and power outages to the Midwest and Northeast
A winter storm has brought snow, ice and power outages to the Midwest and Northeast. The storm has caused widespread travel disruptions, and many schools and businesses have been closed.
The storm is expected to continue through the weekend, and more snow and ice is expected to fall. Residents in the affected areas are urged to stay safe and to be prepared for power outages.
