Yes, “Pressure” is a Neil Young song.

Happening in the World: Spotify has begun removing music by Neil Young after he gave the streaming service an ultimatum to choose between him and podcast host Joe Rogan. Young has accused Rogan of spreading COVID-19 misinformation that could be “life-threatening.” While Spotify elected to keep The Joe Rogan Experience on its platform, the company has also stated it “regrets” Young’s move and hopes the rock star can return to Spotify soon. (BBC)

Happening in the US: On Wednesday, Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer informed President Biden of his plans to retire. Breyer reportedly faced mounting pressure to step down from the left, urging him to give Biden a clear path for replacement. During his campaign, Biden promised that should he receive a vacancy on the Supreme Court, he would fill the seat with a Black woman. (CNN)  

Happening in NYC: A spokesperson for the mayor’s office confirmed that President Biden will visit Mayor Eric Adams in New York City next week. In what will be the first time Biden will meet with Adams as mayor, the two plan to discuss public safety, especially given the shooting of two NYPD officers last week. This also comes after Adams released a 15-page plan Monday outlining steps to reduce violent crime, in which he encourages the federal government to provide more assistance in curbing gun violence. (Gothamist) 

Happening in Our Community: A project entitled “Ice Bridges” will be having its launch party today between 2 and 3:30 pm on Facebook. The event will celebrate the launch of a film that looks at the intersection between Arctic climate study and Indigenous and Western scientific knowledge. Those interested can watch the film Ice Edge ahead of time here, and register for the event here.

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