In Sudan, protests erupted against a military coup that saw the detention of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok and other officials, leading to a declaration of a state of emergency and the dissolution of the government. The coup has been met with widespread international condemnation, with the UN demanding Hamdok's release and the Security Council set to discuss the crisis. The United States has strongly condemned the military's actions and suspended $700 million in aid. Clashes in Khartoum resulted in at least four deaths and numerous injuries as security forces reportedly used live ammunition against demonstrators. The coup threatens the transition to civilian rule following the overthrow of Omar al-Bashir in April 2019. The international community, including the EU, African Union, and Arab League, has expressed concern over the coup, which is seen as a betrayal of the Sudanese people's aspirations for democracy.

The article discusses the findings from an analysis of U.S. census data, which revealed that less than 10 percent of individuals aged 85 and older reside in nursing homes. The focus of the piece is on the living preferences and decisions of the aging population. To provide a more personal perspective, the article includes insights from 11 seniors who share their reasons for choosing their current living arrangements as they age. These personal accounts help to shed light on the trends and factors influencing the decisions of older adults regarding their accommodations and care.