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Welcome to the week!

It’s a short week and the logo at the top of this email says 5 minutes or less so let’s get to it, shall we?

This week:

• 🏭️Cutting aluminum emissions

• 🔫Gun violence and public health

• 🍞Ultra-processed bread

•  ⏺️Record labels vs AI

• And more

Have a great week,

— Willow

This is science for people who give a shit.

Every week, we help 35,000+ humans understand and unfuck the rapidly changing world around us. It feels great, and we’d love for you to join us.

🙋‍♀️ Vote!

Last week, we asked: Do you live somewhere that has implemented measures to help residents cope with heatwaves?

You said:

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Yes (35%)

“Cooling centers, air-conditioned spaces like libraries open longer hours.”

“A program for seniors to be able to receive a free portable air conditioner if they qualify. This is a huge step in the right direction!”

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 No (47%)

“London seems woefully under-prepared for extreme weather of any sort. But I'm seeing more lighter cladding materials and rooftops starting to filter in. ”

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ I don't know (18%)

“We live in a rural area so we don't get a ton of extra stuff.”