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Climate Change Reshaping Flu Season in Asia, Posing Global Health Risks Flu season is changing significantly across Asia. Historically, influenza outbreaks followed predictable patterns. However, these patterns are now shifting. Countries like Japan, India, and Singapore are experiencing longer and less predictable flu seasons. This trend creates new challenges for public health officials worldwide. The Impact of Climate Change Scientists point to climate change as a major cause. Altered weather patterns affect virus spread. Higher temperatures and humidity levels play a crucial role. These changes create conditions that allow influenza viruses to circulate longer. Traditionally, flu peaks occurred during specific…

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on CFPB Funding The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday regarding the funding mechanism of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The case could significantly impact the agency’s authority and the future of consumer financial protection in the United States. Background of the Case The CFPB was established in 2010 in response to the 2008 financial crisis. Congress designed the agency to be independent. Unlike most government agencies, the CFPB doesn’t rely on annual congressional appropriations. Instead, it receives funding directly from the Federal Reserve. This structure was intended to shield the CFPB from political influence. However,…