News Above the Noise—Week of June 22, 2025
1. U.S. Strikes 3 Nuclear Sites in Iran
The United States has struck three Iranian nuclear sites: Fordo, Natanz, and Eshahan. President Trump announced the news Saturday evening via Truth Social, saying the U.S. "completed a successful attack" as the conflict with Israel escalates into its second week. Follow along here for the latest.
2. Stop Taking Offense
Arthur C. Brooks examines the dichotomy of living in an "Age of Offense," where constant, widespread insults coexist with heightened emotional sensitivity. Drawing from psychology and neuroscience, he explains how offense is processed, and offers strategies such as laughter, self-control, and media avoidance to build resilience. Learn more about how to react to offense.
3. ChatGPT Isn’t Great for the Planet
AI chatbots may seem convenient, but their carbon and water use adds up, as billions of questions drive data centers to gulp electricity and freshwater to keep the technology cool—about one bottle’s worth for every 100 words of text ChatGPT produces. Experts urge using smaller search engines for trivial tasks and keeping prompts concise. Learn more about how to use AI responsibly.
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