It's Tuesday, May 28th.

Welcome to Schim this.

We're breaking down the most complex stories of the day,

and giving you the context on why they matter.

Today, Oklahoma is taking Johnson and Johnson to court.

It's the first state trial connected to the opioid epidemic.

We'll break down how this could set a precedent for lawsuits in the future.

Then, there's been an uptick in deaths on Mount Everest this season.

But what Snippel got to do with it?

And finally, a small town in Germany has a new council member,

and she's making a splash.

We're here to make your Tuesday smarter.

Let's give this.

Today's episode is brought to you by Honeybook.

The most complicated story today is about the opioid crisis.

Prescription opioids can relieve pain from injuries, arthritis, and cancer.

But they're very addictive, and they can be deadly.

It's become a public health emergency.

Across the country, more than 130 people die every day from opioid overdoses.

That's more deaths per day than from car crashes or shootings.

Over the last few years, states and federal prosecutors have sued drug manufacturers

and distributors who make and sell opioids.

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