Objectives
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Who
is protesting outside a coming gathering of world leaders in Glasgow, Scotland?
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What
did a recent report reveal about how some large forest areas are affecting carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere?
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Where
has China recently stepped up a campaign of military harassment, according to this segment?
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Why
is the state of Florida suing the federal government, according to this segment?
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How
has the social media company Facebook chosen to rebrand?
Summary
In this news wrap, inflation hits a 30-year peak, up 4.5 percent from a year ago. The Food and Drug Administration formally recommended Pfizer's COVID vaccine for young children. Southern Australia is recovering from the strongest winds in at least a decade. The White House will try again to stop making asylum seekers wait in Mexico.
Key terms:
Inflation
refers to the increase in the cost of good and services throughout the economy. Inflation is a normal feature of any growing economy, but sometimes it grows at a faster rate and can lead to strain for consumers, especially when wages don't grow as quickly.
Five Facts
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Who
has agreed to hear a case that may determine whether the Environmental Protection Agency can regulate the carbon dioxide emissions that lead to climate change?
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What
Trump-era immigration policy is the Biden administration preparing to change?
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When
was the last time inflation was as high as it is now, according to some measurements?
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Why
did protesters turn out around the world this past weekend?
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How
are authorities proposing changing rules to protect the Mexican gray wolf?
Focus Questions
Why do you think inflation is high right now, and do you think the federal government should do something to address it? If so, what?
Media literacy:
Was there an item in this news wrap that didn't make sense to you, or that you wish had been covered in more detail? If so, what?
