-This afternoon marks the beginning of Elena Kagan ‘s confirmation hearings, and her Republican opponents are gearing up for battle . [ CBS ]
-An Iranian research team has developed a blood test that could predict the approach of menopause. [ The Guardian ]
-In developing countries, widows fall victim to abuse and discrimination . [ The Daily Beast ]
-Parents are calling for schools to help prevent and punish cyberbullying. [ New York Times ]
-FAIL Blog wants to make clear that it has no involvement with Meg Whitman ‘s new campaign ad. [ New York ]
Photograph of Elena Kagan by Tim Sloan/Getty Images.
