The Trump administration, aligning with its policy against gender-affirming care for minors, celebrated a statement from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons recommending delaying gender-related surgeries for minors until age 19, according to multiple news sources. This stance follows the Supreme Court upholding state bans on such care and a presidential executive order prohibiting federal funding for these procedures, reflecting a broader effort to limit access to gender-affirming care.
The administration's actions, as reported by NPR News, are part of a larger initiative to restrict access to gender-affirming care. This includes the Supreme Court's upholding of state bans on such care and a White House executive order aimed at limiting these procedures. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons' statement, which the administration celebrated, advocated for delaying gender-related surgeries for minors until they reach the age of 19.
Simultaneously, the global demand for battery components is driving resource-rich nations like Indonesia to intensify mining efforts for critical minerals, according to Nature News. This has led to a scramble for these strategic resources, with journalist Nicolas Niarchos's upcoming book, "The Elements of Power," exploring the complex supply chain. The book highlights the human cost and geopolitical competition surrounding the extraction of these metals, particularly in places like the Democratic Republic of Congo, including the impact on communities and the rise of resource nationalism.
In other news, the government launched a new clearing-style system to connect young people who miss out on apprenticeships with alternative placements, similar to university clearing, according to BBC Business. This online platform, backed by significant funding, aims to simplify the apprenticeship process, provide information on potential earnings and career prospects, and contribute to the government's goal of increasing apprenticeship opportunities.
Meanwhile, an article in Vox explored the ethical considerations surrounding surrogacy. The article, written by Sigal Samuel, highlighted that the line between medically necessary and elective surrogacy isn't as clear as people assume.
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