What researchers are looking into...National abortion rates. Yesterday, a new report found the rate of monthly abortions before and after Roe v. Wade was overturned is about the same. As expected, the report found the number of abortions dropped in the 14 states that banned the procedure post-Roe. States with abortion access, like Illinois and Florida, saw a surge. Between July and September of last year, there were between 81,000 and nearly 89,000 abortions per month — not far from the average in 2022 when Roe was in place. The report suggests what many have suspected: Abortion bans don't stop people from getting the reproductive health care they need but only make it more difficult. The report also suggests many had to travel out of state to get the procedure or turn to medication abortion. …Oh and speaking of abortion access, France is one step closer to enshrining a woman’s right to the procedure in its constitution. If next week’s final vote goes as planned, France will be the first country in the world to pull it off.
Who might be rethinking their puff, puff, pass...Cannabis users. A new study published yesterday found weed use is associated with a higher number of heart problems. Researchers said daily cannabis users, mainly by smoking, are 25% more likely to have a heart attack and have a 42% higher risk of a stroke than non-users. Even as a number of states have legalized weed and more people light up, the long-term health effects of the drug are still relatively unknown. That’s why researchers are calling for more studies — a challenge since marijuana is still illegal at the federal level.
What responded to some frosty criticism…Wendy’s. Yesterday, the fast-food chain said it has no intention of raising prices during peak demand periods. It comes after Wendy's CEO said the burger joint would test dynamic pricing at restaurants, causing beef with customers who compared it to Uber and Lyft.
Who people are remembering...Cat Janice and Richard Lewis.
While Prince Harry’s not getting the full royal treatment…People are running wild with theories about Kate Middleton.
Why people are revisiting their emo era…“Heat Wentz,” aka Jimmy Butler. | 
