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Happening in the World: The WHO has declared that mpox is no longer a public health emergency of international concern, citing a sustained drop in cases across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other affected countries. The viral infection, which causes flu-like symptoms and lesions, was first declared an emergency last August. The decision follows recommendations from the WHO’s Emergency Committee, which reviews outbreaks every three months. (Reuters)

Happening in the US: The College Board has quietly discontinued Landscape, a tool used by colleges to identify promising students from disadvantaged neighborhoods following the Supreme Court’s 2023 affirmative action ban. The dashboard, which excluded racial data but included factors like income and crime rates, had faced mounting scrutiny from anti-affirmative-action groups. The decision comes as schools face growing legal pressure to avoid “hidden racial proxies” in admissions. (NYT)

Happening in NYC: Transportation officials unveiled plans to turn two car lanes on Flatbush Avenue into center-running bus-only lanes between Livingston Street and Grand Army Plaza, with work potentially starting this fall. The overhaul will add bus boarding islands, pedestrian space, loading zones, and bike parking in an effort to speed up service for 132,000 daily riders and improve safety on one of Brooklyn’s most dangerous roads. The project is slated for completion in fall 2026. (Gothamist)

Happening in Our Community: Curious about studying abroad? Join the virtual Study Abroad 101: Finding Your Program session on Friday, September 5, from 12 to 1 pm via Zoom to learn about program types, applications, finances, and earning academic credit. Register even if you can’t attend to get the recording.

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