Will Smith Apologizes for striking Chris Rock at the Oscars
Summarized Samaria Williams
What's going on?
Will Smith released a public apology on Monday (28th) after slapping comedian Chris Rock. Smith called his behavior "unacceptable" and "inexcusable." Chris Rock declined to press charges.
Why is this information important?
When the incident occurred and Smith apologized on live TV, he failed to mention Rock. The next day he publicly apologized again, this time mentioning Rock to show he's better than that.
At Least 3 dead, 20 injured after snow squalls in Pennsylvania lead to 50 vehicle crash on Interstate 81
Summarized by Kentrell Laguerre
What's going on?
This news article was about an accident on a Pennsylvania highway which caused 3 deaths and a collision with more than 50 vehicles. More then 20 people were sent to the hospital and many tractor trucks were too. The accident was so bad that EMS, fire and police agencies could barely see because of the smoke that was caused during and after the collision.
Why is this information important
This information is important to know because it just shows the importance of driver safety. This could encourage normal drivers and truck drivers to take driving and safety precautions more seriously.
Ketanji Brown Jackson speaks on abortion, faith, and race in Supreme court confirmation hearings
Summarized by Wesley Michel
What's going on?
During her weeklong confirmation hearing, Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman nominated to serve on the Supreme Court, answered senators' questions about her qualifications, judgments, and philosophy during her weeklong confirmation hearing. For hours, she discusses some of the nation's most controversial issues, such as abortion, critical race theory, and court packing. A number of the hearing's most captivating moments involved no words, but rather the expressions of the family in attendance: a husband overcome with emotion, a daughter whose smile of awe filled the room. Jackson's introduction of her family members added important context for how she had arrived. They were tender moments that hinted at the importance of the day.
Why is this important?
This is important because it shows history being made as Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to be nominated to the Supreme court. It also shows that Black people in the United States can make a difference.