Things to Know on April 22

In Texas, a new court decision allows public schools to put the Ten Commandments on classroom walls. This move has sparked a debate about religion in education and could lead to a future Supreme Court case. On Earth Day, a recent study shows that almost half of the U. S. population lives in areas with poor air quality, putting millions at risk for health problems. While pollution worsens in many big cities, one city stands out as a bright spot. A heartbreaking incident in Shreveport, Louisiana, saw eight children killed by a parent. This tragedy is part of a larger issue: nearly 500 parents are arrested each year for filicide, and experts think the true number may be higher.President Trump announced an extension of a ceasefire with Iran, even though he had promised not to. Meanwhile, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard claimed that two ships were seized in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for about 20% of global oil. In Virginia, voters approved a new congressional map that could give Democrats up to four additional seats in the House. As other states like Florida consider new maps, Republicans might still gain a slight advantage. The Pentagon has made the flu shot optional for U. S. troops, ending a blanket requirement as flu cases decline. The vaccine remains recommended for everyone over six months old to reduce serious illness.