It’s not all that bad out there, but…

Happening in the world: Just when we were trying to come up with the most interesting dynamic between two people, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Russia this week for their first ever talk. Topics of conversation include nuclear warfare and potential lifting of sanctions. (Washington Post)

Happening in the US: The US is seeing its largest measles outbreak since 2000. Meanwhile, California moves to tighten up on vaccination policies, which some anti-vaxxers call “a crime against humanity.” (NPR, LA Times)

Happening in NYC: Multiple manhole fires have been reported in Midtown. Four minor injuries were reported. (NY1)

Happening on campus: Check out “The Ethics of Covering Extremism” in Pulitzer Hall tonight from 5:00 to 6:30 PM!

Overheard: “It’s MoMA, for fuck’s sake!” –My professor

my reaction when the only news i can find online is depressing/terrifying via Bwog Archives.