| | John Riley | Audience Editor
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👋Hello again! I'm John Riley, and this is The Short List weekend edition✨, where we take a second look at some of the best stories from USA TODAY this past week. I can't wait for you to see the latest batch. |
Now, here are this week's must read stories: |
The grave situation at cemeteries amid climate change |
🔵For centuries, people have buried their dead in scenic spots meant to comfort the living and the spirits of the dead. Today, many of those burial grounds are threatened by rising seas, swollen streams, wildfire and other natural disasters made worse by climate change. Powerful forces rip vaults and caskets from their final resting places, bringing heart-rending grief to families. Read more |
When social media censorship gets it wrong |
✋Stephanie Germino calls herself a "previvor" who chose a mastectomy as a preventative measure because she faces a higher risk of breast cancer. Her TikTok account @theebooblessbabe aims to normalize the post-surgical option of "going flat" or not getting breast implants. In the year since she posted her first topless video, her account has accrued 1.6 million followers – and been temporarily banned six times. Read more |
Gen Z is putting its own spin on personal finance |
💳A vast majority (89%) of Gen Z — or people born between 1997 and 2012 — said they have saved money on something in 2023, more than any other generation, according to a recent Harris Poll. But they're also not shy about splurging: Seventy-five percent of Gen Z said they spent a lot on something in 2023, also more than other age groups. Read more |
⬇️We're just getting started: There are more great stories below. See you next week! | | | | Donald Trump has persuaded millions of Republicans that prosecutors are only playing politics, and it has been a pretty easy sell. | | | | Studies suggest the new vaccines will work against current variants. The oldest, youngest and people with weakened immune systems will benefit most. | | | | Hundreds of law officers searched for escaped killer Danelo Cavalcante, described as "armed and extremely dangerous." He was captured this morning. | | | | Kristen Welker begins her tenure as moderator of NBC's "Meet the Press" Sunday by interviewing former President Donald Trump. | | | | The space agency will join other government departments in collecting information about unidentified anomalous phenomena, the new name for UFOs. | | | | Experts say the focus on Ashton Kutcher after the Danny Masterson sentencing is, in part, because as a society we put a big emphasis on friendships. | | | | Climate change is helping invasive species flourish. We look at five species that love warmer temperatures. | | | | Hollywood labor strikes are upending the traditional fall TV season. But we've got you covered with this list of the best new shows to watch. | | | | Many airlines quote a dirt-cheap base fare. But if you want to check a bag or just a carry-on bag, the cost of your fare can easily double. | | | | The Jets have said that Zach Wilson will be the starter after Aaron Rodgers' injury, but another QB move could still be on the horizon. | | | | | | | Sign up for the news you want | Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. | | | | | | |
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