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A recent study shows that circumcision rates in the U.S. have declined from 54% to 49% between 2012 and 2022, influenced by parental distrust of medical advice, demographic shifts, and changes in health insurance coverage, despite recommendations from health authorities about its health benefits.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has expressed curiosity about the controversial "California Forever" project, a plan by prominent tech investors to develop a new city in farmland outside San Francisco. Newsom criticized the secretive rollout of the proposal and plans to meet with representatives of the development to learn more. The success of the project, which faces challenges due to local land use laws, environmental regulations, and public skepticism, may depend on the governor's support. The investors, including prominent figures from Silicon Valley, have acquired 50,000 acres for the development. However, their acquisition methods and lack of transparency have raised doubts and mistrust among the public and political leaders.