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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
What's An Everyday Aspect Of Living In The US That's Actually Quite Dystopian The More You Think About It?
Listen, I'm an American, and I've read enough dystopian books to know that some things about the US are almost too similar for my taste — especially right now. So, if you're American, what's something considered totally normal in the US but is actually pretty dystopian the more you think about it? To rip the Band-Aid off, maybe you still, to this day, can't wrap your head around the fact that the regulation of women's bodies has been a long-time (and still!) discussed topic among politicians and how it pertains to "the law." To you, the idea of the government dictating what women can and can't do with their bodies is deeply upsetting. Related: Maybe you find it extremely disturbing and repulsive how normalized mass shootings in America have become, and how many shootings Americans have had to grieve through. Related: Maybe you're still shell-shocked when you see how normalized it's become to wear merch of the President, and how some loyalists believe that the current president can do no wrong. Or maybe you literally can't stop thinking about income inequality and how the wealthy and powerful have a lot more access to necessities that should be considered basic — particularly when it comes to healthcare. Americans, how are we holding up? If you're American, what normal aspect of the US do you find is actually pretty dystopian? Let me know in the comments, or you can anonymously submit your thoughts using the form below! Also in Community: Also in Community: Also in Community: Solve the daily Crossword
News24
14-07-2025
- News24
‘We just want peace,' say Mitchells Plain residents, calling for end to ‘free-flowing guns'
Mitchells Plain residents want police to carry out visible patrols every day and not only when there are mass shootings. Lisalee Solomons/News24 Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once.
The Guardian
06-07-2025
- The Guardian
US hit with mass shootings and fatal accidents on Fourth of July holiday
Friday's US Independence Day holiday was marked by multiple shootings across the US, including one in Indianapolis that left at least two dead and five wounded as a police chief voiced frustration over the latest acts of violence in his city. Indianapolis metropolitan police chief Chris Bailey told reporters early Saturday morning that the Fourth of July mayhem a day earlier was 'completely unacceptable and unnecessary' – and that parents and guardians needed to better control their children. 'Hundreds of unsupervised kids down here,' he said, while speaking in the city's downtown. 'I don't know how many times I had to say it: We are not your children's keepers. You are! And parents and guardians have got to step up.' Police said one minor had died at a hospital after the shooting. Mass shootings – defined as cases where four or more shooting victims are injured or killed – were reported in other cities, including Philadelphia and Chicago and Brockton, Massachusetts, where six people were hospitalized following an early morning fight Saturday. Violence and shootings often surge in the summer months, especially around the Fourth of July, historically one of the deadliest days of the year in the US. The shooting in Chicago, which left seven people in serious or critical condition, came on the heels of another mass shooting that happened late Wednesday in that city in a busy neighborhood known for its restaurants and nightlife. Four people were killed and 14 others injured. As of Saturday, there had been more than 205 mass shootings in the US so far this year, according to the nonpartisan Gun Violence Archive. Perennially high numbers of mass shootings in the US have prompted many to call for more meaningful gun control, though Congress has largely left such pleas unheeded over the years. In the New York City borough of Queens, police said one person was dead and three injured in a triple stabbing following fireworks celebrating the 249th anniversary of the US's declaration of independence from the UK. Meanwhile, a Wareham, Massachusetts, man is dead after being hit by a firework. Police said they found 70-year-old Robert Spagnuolo with a 'facial injury'. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials in Georgia reported two boat explosions Friday on lakes. Seven people ranging in age from five to 45 suffered second- and third-degree burns when a boat exploded on Lake Lanier, according to the Georgia department of natural resources. Seven more people suffered burns when a boat exploded and then sank on Lake Nottely, the department said.
The Guardian
05-07-2025
- The Guardian
US hit with mass shootings and fatal accidents on Fourth of July holiday
Friday's US Independence Day holiday was marked by multiple shootings across the US, including one in Indianapolis that left at least two dead and five wounded as a police chief voiced frustration over the latest acts of violence in his city. Indianapolis metropolitan police chief Chris Bailey told reporters early Saturday morning that the Fourth of July mayhem a day earlier was 'completely unacceptable and unnecessary' – and that parents and guardians needed to better control their children. 'Hundreds of unsupervised kids down here,' he said, while speaking in the city's downtown. 'I don't know how many times I had to say it: We are not your children's keepers. You are! And parents and guardians have got to step up.' Police said one minor had died at a hospital after the shooting. Mass shootings – defined as cases where four or more shooting victims are injured or killed – were reported in other cities, including Philadelphia and Chicago and Brockton, Massachusetts, where six people were hospitalized following an early morning fight Saturday. Violence and shootings often surge in the summer months, especially around the Fourth of July, historically one of the deadliest days of the year in the US. The shooting in Chicago, which left seven people in serious or critical condition, came on the heels of another mass shooting that happened late Wednesday in that city in a busy neighborhood known for its restaurants and nightlife. Four people were killed and 14 others injured. As of Saturday, there had been more than 205 mass shootings in the US so far this year, according to the nonpartisan Gun Violence Archive. Perennially high numbers of mass shootings in the US have prompted many to call for more meaningful gun control, though Congress has largely left such pleas unheeded over the years. In the New York City borough of Queens, police said one person was dead and three injured in a triple stabbing following fireworks celebrating the 249th anniversary of the US's declaration of independence from the UK. Meanwhile, a Wareham, Massachusetts, man is dead after being hit by a firework. Police said they found 70-year-old Robert Spagnuolo with a 'facial injury'. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials in Georgia reported two boat explosions Friday on lakes. Seven people ranging in age from five to 45 suffered second- and third-degree burns when a boat exploded on Lake Lanier, according to the Georgia department of natural resources. Seven more people suffered burns when a boat exploded and then sank on Lake Nottely, the department said.
Washington Post
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Passing a new law restricting assault weapons took Rhode Island lawmakers more than 10 years, but it may offer a road map to other states looking to ease the proliferation of such firearms. For advocates, the fight is a prime example of the current challenges to passing gun control measures in the U.S., particularly surrounding semiautomatic rifles that have become the weapon of choice among those responsible for most of the country's devastating mass shootings.
