President Biden has big plans to tackle climate change. The Washington Post profiles West Virginia senator Joe Manchin, a conservative Democrat who could make or break Biden’s climate agenda. A tiny detail in the global supply chain is having a big impact on COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Reuters explains why a shortage of a special syringe is making the vaccine rollout harder. The Boston Globe is now allowing people to petition to have information about themselves removed or added to old stories about minor crimes or transgressions. The Washington Post explains why the Globe and other news outlets are addressing how past coverage may have hurt people of color. An Oklahoma lawmaker has introduced a bill to create a hunting season for Bigfoot. And Fox News reports that he is getting criticism from believers and nonbelievers alike.

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