The tradition of wedding rings may be much older than you’d think; dating back to Ancient Egypt, the custom is around 3,000 years old. Much like in modern times, the wedding ring was seen as a symbol of protection and true love. Although only women traditionally wore wedding rings, men have recently adopted the practise to “keep their relationships alive” amid various wars waged over the past century. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
