The Supreme Court allowed President Trump’s ban on transgender people in the military to proceed, though legal challenges continue. The policy disqualifies trans individuals from service, potentially leading to the dismissal of experienced officers. The court’s liberal justices dissented, and multiple federal judges have ruled against the ban. (AP)
During a meeting with President Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly rejected the idea of Canada being acquired by the U.S., asserting that Canada “won’t be for sale, ever.” Trump expressed interest in Canada joining the U.S., invoking the idea of a “wonderful marriage” between the two countries. (CBS News)
A recent study warns that approximately 10% of internal medicine doctors in the U.S. are at high risk of burnout, with those in the Western region facing a significantly higher risk. Understanding and addressing burnout in this group is crucial, given the projected shortage of primary care physicians in the coming years. (UPI)
Rite Aid has filed for bankruptcy for the second time, aiming to sell assets while keeping stores open for customers. Despite financial challenges, the company secured $1.94 billion in financing to continue operations. The pharmacy chain faces industry competition and plans to ensure a smooth transition for customer prescriptions to other pharmacies. (ABC News)
The deadline for obtaining a REAL ID has caused long lines at government offices, but Homeland Security assured travelers that additional identity checks will allow them to fly. REAL ID-compliant identification is a federally mandated, more secure form of identification, required for domestic air travel and accessing federal buildings. (ABC News)
