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โค๏ธโ๐ฅ Is love at first sight real?
Itโs Saturday, November 11 โ people are talking about a new SCOTUS case for gun restrictions, the phenomenon of love at first sight, and more.
As always, weโve 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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๐๏ธ In the news: Domestic violence gun restrictions
SCOTUS hears a case on domestic violence restraining orders and gun rights.
๐๏ธ The US v. Rahimi case is before the Supreme Court. The question is whether itโs constitutional to stop people with domestic violence restraining orders from owning guns.
๐๏ธ The LA Times says historical gun laws don't account for modern dangers. Lives are at stake โ itโs a no-brainer to stop abusers from owning guns.
๐๏ธ But Reason Magazine questions if all individuals under domestic violence orders truly pose danger. This restriction may be way too broad.
๐๏ธ The WSJ thinks protecting domestic violence victims is important. But losing your right to gun ownership after a civil proceeding is unfair. Letโs instead work on existing gun laws.
๐๏ธ Either way, the NYT says politicians have been largely silent on the issue of domestic abusers and gun laws. It's unclear how SCOTUS will rule.
โค๏ธโ๐ฅ Cultural trend: Is love at first sight real?
Is love at first sight real, or is it just lust?
โค๏ธโ๐ฅ Cleveland Clinic says itโs real, but it doesn't automatically mean you'll have a successful relationship.
โค๏ธโ๐ฅ Choosing Therapy thinks it's not necessarily love at first sight, but there definitely is a strong initial attraction that can lay the foundation for love. It's a good sign that you two are compatible!
โค๏ธโ๐ฅ But a Redditor on r/UnpopularOpinion asserts that it can't be real โ you don't know anything about them! You're operating off an idea of who they are โ until you really get to know them, it can't be real love.
โค๏ธโ๐ฅ Brides.com thinks it's possible, but unlikely. Don't feel bad if you and your partner didnโt have a love spark right when you met โ most couples build attraction over time.
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Quick hits
โซ The Gaza Health Ministry said Israel's attacks on a hospital in Gaza led to the deaths of two patients. (Reuters)
๐ฎ๐ธ Iceland declared a state of emergency after earthquakes in the southwest of the country. Officials warn that a volcano eruption may follow. (CNN)
๐ฉ The Air Force conducted a test flight for its new nuclear stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider. (AP News)
๐ The Big Ten banned Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh for three games following allegations of illegal sign-stealing. Michigan thinks it was premature. (The Hill)