If you enjoy being advertised to in every facet of your life, you’re in luck! Editor’s note: mention of gun violence.
Happening in the World: Imran Khan, former prime minister of Pakistan, was shot and wounded in what appears to be an attempted assassination. Khan was removed from office just last month. He was leading a march on the capital to demand snap elections when the shooting occurred. He has been taken to a hospital in Lahore and is in stable condition according to health minister Yasmeen Rashid. (BBC)
Happening in the US: Jerome Powell, Federal Reserve Chairman, revealed new information about the Federal Reserve’s upcoming strategies to fight inflation. The Fed may slow its aggressive interest rate hikes, which are currently up to 3.75 to 4%, the highest rates in 15 years. Powell stressed, however, that the rates may be increased again before that happens due to the lack of progress the Fed has made on curbing inflation. His speech caused a dip in the stock market, with the Dow Jones down by 1.5% by the end of the day. (AP)
Happening in NYC: Five hundred drones will fly over Lower Manhattan today in an advertisement for the mobile game Candy Crush. Pixis, a Virginia-based drone events company, has used the city’s skyline in advertisements before and describes it as “an amazing canvas to work with,” but the move has been criticized. Some point out the danger it poses to public and wildlife safety. Flying drones in NYC is illegal under the Avigation Law. The company defended itself, pointing out that the drones will actually never leave New Jersey, but many are still unsatisfied with the potential dangers. (The Gothamist)
Happening in Our Community: A guided historical tour of the Morningside Heights campus will be held today from 3 to 4 pm. It will depart from the Visitors Center (Low Library Room 213). The tour will focus on the history, architecture, and sculpture of the area. The tour will depart despite any weather changes, so attendees are encouraged to come prepared for the day’s weather conditions. Proof of vaccination is required to attend.
Drones via Flickr