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crime2 years ago•1 min saved

French Government Takes Action Against Ultra-Right Following Teen's Murder

French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin plans to propose a ban on small ultra-right groups following violent protests sparked by the murder of a 16-year-old schoolboy at a village dance in Crépol. Nine suspects have been placed under formal investigation, but extreme-right activists have exploited the incident. While the circumstances surrounding the killing remain unclear, far-right politicians have alleged a racial motive. Authorities have already sentenced six individuals in connection with the riots, and Darmanin revealed that 13 far-right terror plots have been foiled since 2017. Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne criticized politicians who exploited the murder for their own gain, emphasizing the need for respect for the victim.

via BBC.com|

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health-and-safety2 years ago•3 min saved

F.D.A. to Prohibit Formaldehyde in Hair Straighteners

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is planning to ban hair-straightening products that contain or emit formaldehyde, a chemical linked to an increased risk of uterine cancer. Studies have also linked these products to breast and ovarian cancer. The proposed ban would target hair-straightening and hair-smoothing products marketed in the United States and is expected to take effect in April 2024. The products are often marketed to Black women, and the increase in uterine cancer rates has been steepest among women of color. The FDA's expanded oversight authority now requires manufacturers to register their sites and disclose ingredients, but new products will not typically undergo agency review before being marketed. The agency encourages consumers to read labels, avoid products with formaldehyde, and report adverse reactions.

via The New York Times|

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