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Today’s Selected Eight:
Story Number 1
Charges dropped against Scottie Scheffler from Louisville arrest
Charges against professional golfer Scottie Scheffler have been dropped. Scheffler was arrested while driving to the PGA Championship in Louisville earlier this month. He expressed that he holds “no ill will” regarding the incident. The decision to drop the charges, made with prejudice, means the case cannot be reopened.
Story Number 2
Caitlin Clark makes WNBA history in Indiana Fever loss to Los Angeles Sparks
Caitlin Clark made WNBA history despite the Indiana Fever’s 88-82 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks. In this game, Clark became the first player in WNBA history to record a triple-double in her rookie season. She achieved this by scoring 20 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and providing 11 assists. Although the Fever have struggled this season, Clark’s performance highlights her as a standout player with a promising future in the league.
Story Number 3
Gabby Douglas pulls out of U.S. championships, ending bid to make 2024 Olympic team
Gabby Douglas, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, has withdrawn from the USA Gymnastics Championships due to an ankle injury. This withdrawal ends her attempt to qualify for the 2024 Olympic team. Douglas, who was the all-around champion at the 2012 Olympics, had been making a comeback in hopes of competing in Paris. However, the injury has forced her to end her bid prematurely.
Story Number 4
Vivek Ramaswamy demands BuzzFeed hire Tucker Carlson, Aaron Rodgers
Former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has urged BuzzFeed to hire several high-profile figures, including Bill Maher, Tucker Carlson, Aaron Rodgers, and Charles Barkley. Ramaswamy made this demand as part of his activist investment strategy in BuzzFeed. He believes that bringing these diverse and influential personalities on board could revitalize the company’s media presence and broaden its audience reach.
Story Number 5
Diddy’s ex-friends, Bad Boy artists detail alleged abuse, violence
Sean “Diddy” Combs has faced numerous allegations of violence and abuse from former friends and Bad Boy Records artists. Over the past six months, several individuals have come forward with stories detailing instances of physical abuse, threats, and exploitation during their time working with Combs. Mase, a former Bad Boy artist, referenced the increasing pressure on Combs, suggesting that “reparations” and accountability are on the horizon.
Story Number 6
Cardi B Defends Porn After Candace Owens Calls For All-Out Ban
Rapper Cardi B has publicly defended pornography following media personality Candace Owens’ call for a total ban. Owens argued that porn should be outlawed due to its negative societal impacts. In response, Cardi B countered by emphasizing the importance of personal freedom and the right to choose what content one consumes. Cardi B highlighted that porn has existed long before the internet and suggested that a ban would be against the public’s interest and freedom of expression.
Story Number 7
India may have recorded its hottest temperature ever amid severe heat wave
Delhi, the capital of India, has experienced its highest-ever recorded temperature, reaching 52.9 degrees Celsius (127.2 degrees Fahrenheit). This record-breaking heatwave has caused severe distress among residents and has strained infrastructure, with many areas facing water shortages and power outages. The extreme temperatures have sparked concerns over climate change and its impacts on India’s already hot summer months. Authorities are urging people to stay indoors, stay hydrated, and take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
Story Number 8
Chipotle says its portion sizes haven’t changed, despite complaints on TikTok
Chipotle has addressed recent customer complaints on social media about shrinking portion sizes. Despite these claims, the company insists that their portion sizes have not changed. Laurie Schalow, Chipotle’s Chief Corporate Affairs and Food Safety Officer, stated that the company is not implementing smaller portions and attributes the perceived differences to normal variations in serving sizes. This response comes amid increased scrutiny from popular social media platforms, especially TikTok, where users have voiced their dissatisfaction with the portion sizes at the restaurant.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON MAY 30:
Ted McGinley (66)
Idina Menzel (53)
Javicia Leslie (37)
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1981: The compact disc was first introduced.
1996: Britain’s Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson were granted an uncontested divorce ending their 10-year marriage.
2006: The FBI said it had found no trace of missing labor leader Jimmy Hoffa after digging up a suburban Detroit horse farm.
WORD OF THE DAY: wrath [ rath, rahthor, especially British, rawth ]
strong, stern, or fierce anger; deeply resentful indignation; ire
DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Am Prepared To Succeed.
Enhances Self-Confidence: Repeating the affirmation “I am prepared to succeed” bolsters self-confidence by reinforcing belief in one’s abilities and readiness to face challenges.
PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: World MS Day
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