😴 The debate over naps

It’s Monday, March 18 — people are talking about Putin’s election results, the debate over napping, and more.

As always, we’ve summarized and organized the different shades of perspective, so you can see the big picture quickly. Here at Shades we believe that seeing multiple points of view is the best way to stay informed.

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🗳️ Putin’s election results

What are the implications of Putin’s landslide victory?

🗳️ CNN: Vladimir Putin secured another term in a tightly controlled Russian election. Putin's “victory” extends his rule amid crackdowns and international tensions.

🗳️ Hot Air quips that Putin's “win” wasn't really a win at all. Voters didn't have much of a choice in the matter.

🗳️ The Guardian agreed: Putin was forced to fabricate a “landslide” victory to mask deep Russian rifts and fears of dissent.

🗳️ For what it's worth, Conversation Magazine says the election should force the West to adapt: Western countries need to manage, not solve, Putin's long reign.

😴 The debate over naps

Is it wrong for naps to be taboo?

😴 Forbes says it's time for Americans to embrace naps: They're wrongly stigmatized! Promoting rest as a priority is the next wellness revolution.

😴 Honisoit.com agreed: Viva la nap culture! To rest is human, and Americans deserve more guilt-free naps.

😴 But Barstool Sports (jokingly) quips that big brains don't rest: Napping is for the simple-minded!

😴 And maybe napping should stay taboo? Health.com warns that napping could signal underlying health risks, despite the short-term perks.

😴 Yahoo says naps are a double-edged sword, though: If done right, naps can boost your brain and health. Just don't overdo it.

Quick hits

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⚖️ The Supreme Court examines if government “jawboning” to social media and the NRA violates free speech rights.

👑 Kate Middleton was spotted looking healthy amid a photo editing scandal and swirling health rumors.

🇭🇹 Haiti's capital is under siege by gangs, leading to the PM's resignation and a rise in vigilantism and displacement.

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