Security concerns for the Queen's funeral; why heat wave warnings aren't working

Plus, our top tips on cultivating healthy friendships [View this email online]( [NPR]( by Korva Coleman and Suzanne Nuyen First up [The hearse carrying the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, leaves from from St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh.]( Louisa Gouliamaki/AFP via Getty Images Here's what we're following today: As many as 750,000 people from all over the world are expected to travel to London next Monday for [Queen Elizabeth's funeral](. This is how the city is preparing for [unprecedented and challenging security risks](. Climate change is bringing more frequent, longer-lasting and more intense heat waves. They can be deceptively deadly, and disaster experts say traditional weather forecasts and warnings are [falling short]( at protecting people. The Affordable Care Act mandates that insurers pay the full cost of medical screenings and other preventive services. But a [ruling from a Texas lawsuit]( could put that in jeopardy. Nearly 7,000 freight trains crisscross the nation daily, hauling the stuff that runs our economy. But, [this whole system could shut down]( later this week, because drivers are angry about the tough lifestyle that comes with railroading. This doesn't just affect valuable goods either; passengers also could end up stranded. Starting today, nearly all abortions will stop in Indiana after state lawmakers passed a full ban in August. The ruling — [the first of its kind since the fall of Roe]( — doesn't just affect Indiana residents. It's been a destination for patients who need abortions in neighboring states, and they'll now have to travel to Illinois. ➡️ Similar laws are being passed around the nation. The West Virginia legislature passed [House Bill 302]( outlawing abortion with limited exceptions, on Tuesday. Quiet quitting has been the talk of the office for the past few weeks. But is that really the right name for it? And is it about [being a lazy employee, or setting healthy boundaries]( Workers tell us what they really think about the phenomenon. --------------------------------------------------------------- Newsletter continues after sponsor message --------------------------------------------------------------- The demise of fact-based journalism is one of democracy’s biggest threats. NPR and NPR stations work to cover our community in a way that nobody else does. Our role of seeking the truth and holding those in power accountable is more important than it has ever been. We are only able to do this with support from our readers and listeners. Your support matters. [Donate to public journalism today](. --------------------------------------------------------------- Today’s listen Malaka Gharib/NPR Meaningful social connections improve our mental and physical wellbeing. The stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to thrive. 🎧 Listen to a[psychologist and friendship expert's advice on deepening platonic relationships]( or [read the story](. --------------------------------------------------------------- Before you go [Dozens of parents of young Black girls are posting videos across social media of their children's reactions to the newly released trailer of Disney's live action "Little Mermaid" starring Halle Bailey as Ariel.]( Screenshot by NPR/Walt Disney Studios - I'm not crying, you're crying: Social media has been filled with videos of Black children gleefully watching the teaser trailer for the [new Little Mermaid movie]( which stars Black actress Halle Bailey. - Get ready for fall foilage! Aspen, maple and other trees are about to turn vivid shades of gold, orange and crimson — and [this map will tell you when](. - Oleksandr Shapoval, one of Ukraine's leading ballet artists, has died on the battlefield. He volunteered to fight after Russia invaded and is remembered as a "[courageous romantic]( - Jimmy Kimmel is facing backlash for a prank he pulled during Quinta Brunson's Emmy acceptance speech. The actress is the [first Black woman]( nominated in three comedy categories in the same year, and the youngest Black woman ever nominated as an actress in comedy. - Twelve-year-old Dreyton McDonald has been in a snow cone entrepreneur going on three years, and [hopes to expand his empire](. --------------------------------------------------------------- Stream your local NPR station. Visit NPR.org to find your local station stream. [Find a Station]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Enjoying this newsletter? Forward to a friend! They can [sign up here](. Looking for more great content? [Check out all of our newsletter offerings]( — including Music, Politics, Health and more! You received this message because you're subscribed to Daily News emails. This email was sent by National Public Radio, Inc., 1111 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( [NPR logo]