Biden, Government Shutdown, and Covid Lockdowns: Weekly News Recap

TLDRIn this week's headlines, we cover accusations against Biden, the possibility of a government shutdown, and surprising findings about Covid lockdowns. We also discuss the discovery of the oldest blackhole, Bidenomics, Trump's civil fraud trial, psychedelic drug treatments for pain, and recent elections. Plus, we delve into the effects of lockdowns on public health and wealth inequality.

Key insights

🔍Accusations against Biden and a study about Covid lockdowns spark controversy

🌌Scientists discover the oldest blackhole in history

💼Bidenomics raises questions about the economy

🤝Trump testifies at his civil fraud trial

💊Psychedelic drug ketamine being used for pain treatment

Q&A

What are the accusations against Biden?

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer claims Biden received $40,000 in laundered money from Communist China. However, CNN's documents suggest this money was part of loan repayment.

What is Bidenomics?

Bidenomics refers to the economic policies implemented during President Joe Biden's presidency, which have received mixed reviews.

What did Trump testify about?

Trump testified at his New York civil fraud trial and insulted various individuals involved in the trial.

How is ketamine being used for pain treatment?

Doctors are prescribing ketamine to treat pain, with the goal of helping patients disassociate from their pain, depression, or anxiety.

How are Covid lockdowns affecting public health and wealth?

One study suggests that lockdowns may have caused more harm than good in terms of public health and wealth, with estimates that they may claim 20 times more life years than they save.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Accusations against Biden related to money laundering from Communist China.

07:34Impending government shutdown due to disagreements on funding government operations.

14:28Study reveals surprising findings about the effects of Covid lockdowns.

23:00Discovery of the oldest blackhole in history.

39:00Controversy surrounding Bidenomics and its impact on the economy.

48:42Trump testifies at his New York civil fraud trial and insults various individuals involved.

56:50Psychedelic drug ketamine being used for pain treatment.

01:05:30Results of recent elections and their implications.