Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times
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Yesterday, Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. What alleged action is being investigated?
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With notable announcements including an improved camera and new “double-tap” gesture by tapping your finger and thumb, which two new products did Apple announce yesterday?
Apple's annual hardware refresher event, titled "Wonderlust," took place yesterday. They announced iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, Apple Watch Series 9, and Apple Watch Ultra 2. The new iPhones include a better camera and faster chips, and a switch from their Lightning charger to USB-C ports. The new “double-tap” feature for Apple Watch allows you to trigger actions on your watch by tapping your index finger and thumb together twice.
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Which ingredient, marketed in over 250 cold medicines as a decongestant, is potentially facing a ban by the FDA after an advisory panel deemed it ineffective?
The FDA advisory panel's unanimous decision was based on a review of existing studies which concluded that phenylephrine is ineffective as a decongestant when taken orally. Despite being found in over 250 products that generated nearly $1.8 billion in sales last year, it's been deemed no better than a placebo. However, it's still considered safe and effective as a nasal spray or for surgical and eye dilation purposes.
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What drastic change occurred in 2022 in the United States, primarily due to the ending of federal aid programs and escalating living expenses?
In 2022, the U.S saw a significant increase in the poverty rate, with the largest one-year jump on record. This was primarily due to the expiration of various federal aid programs that were implemented during the pandemic, including direct payments, enhanced unemployment benefits, and expanded child tax credit.
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After months of hype about New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, what caused backup QB Zach Wilson to take over during the team’s first game of the season?
Aaron Rodgers is regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. He was traded to the New York Jets in April after playing for the Green Bay Packers for 17 years. On Monday, in the first quarter of the Jets’ first game of the season, Rodgers suffered a torn left Achilles. He will miss the remainder of the season.
