Prologue Journal – Page 32748 – Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

NAACP Issues Travel Advisory for ‘Openly Hostile’ Florida

Wall Street Journal The move is in response to Gov. Ron DeSantis’s ‘aggressive attempts to erase Black history’ and restrict diversity, equity and inclusion programs in Florida schools, the advisory said. https://www.wsj.com/articles/naacp-issues-travel-advisory-for-openly-hostile-florida-af2e9321

The Healthcare Plan Most People Should Buy—and Why They Don’t

Wall Street Journal Many people choose the wrong plan simply because it all seems too complicated to understand https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-healthcare-plan-most-people-should-buyand-why-they-dont-9cf2aa20

Russian invasion kills 42K Ukrainian civilians since start of war, US officials say

Fox News A reported 42,000 Ukrainian civilians have been killed since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, U.S. officials told Fox News. The data was based on the latest American battlefield assessment of the war, and the number of deaths is roughly five times greater than previously reported. Officials also…

Here’s What Retirement Looks Like for Americans Abroad

Wall Street Journal Six retirees open up about the financial and personal challenges of relocating overseas in retirement. https://www.wsj.com/articles/heres-what-retirement-looks-like-for-americans-abroad-68b0d6d5

Gas hub in Turkey to be commission within one year — energy minister

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. According to Turkish Energy Minister Fatih Donmez, the gas hub is especially important for Southern Europe https://tass.com/economy/1620837

Faith leaders unite in Haifa to champion religious diversity amid tensions

Jerusalem Post The timing of the event is particularly significant, as political strife and surging violence dominate headlines in Israel, while the Middle East conflict continues to present complex challenges. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-743750

Explosion occurred during air-raid warning in Odesa

Pravda Ukraine On Sunday evening, an explosion occurred during an air-raid warning in the city of Odesa. Source: Suspilne, alerts.in.ua, Dumska Details: According to Suspilne’s correspondents, an explosion occurred in the city. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/05/21/7403215/

Condemnations pour in after Ben-Gvir claims Israel ‘in charge’ during al-Aqsa raid

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Escorted by the regime troops, the minister claimed Israel’s ownership of the al-Aqsa compound in a video message from the courtyard. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/05/21/703839/Ben-Gvir

Only Iran stood by Yemeni people in tough times: Yemen Ambassador

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Ibrahim Mohammad al-Deilami was speaking with Iran’s Mehr news agency. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/05/21/703847/Yemeni-ambassador-Ibrahim-Mohammad-Deilami

Iran’s Raeisi urges practical action to boost ties with Muslim, neighboring states

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Raeisi said the Foreign Ministry of Iran is responsible to put a premium on foreign relations. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/05/21/703837/Iran-President-Raeisi-relations-Navy-Army