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Story Number 1
SUZANNE COLLINS IS RELEASING A NEW ‘HUNGER GAMES’ NOVEL, ‘SUNRISE ON THE REAPING,’ NEXT YEAR
Suzanne Collins, the author of the popular “Hunger Games” series, is releasing a new book titled “Sunrise on the Reaping.” This will be the fifth book in the series and is set to be published on March 18, 2025. The story begins with the reaping of the Fiftieth Hunger Games, which takes place 24 years before the events of the original “Hunger Games” novel released in 2008.
Story Number 2
DR. PEPPER JUST PASSED PEPSI AS THE SECOND MOST POPULAR SODA BRAND
Dr Pepper has surpassed Pepsi to become the second most popular soda in the United States. Both Dr Pepper and Pepsi have a market share of around 8.3%, but Dr Pepper holds a slight edge. Coca-Cola remains the leading soda brand with a significant 19.2% share of the U.S. market.
Story Number 3
TRUMP ALLY STEVE BANNON MUST SURRENDER TO PRISON BY JULY 1 TO START CONTEMPT SENTENCE, JUDGE SAYS
Steve Bannon, a former adviser to Donald Trump, has been ordered to report to prison by July 1, 2024. He was convicted of contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena from the House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot. Bannon had his four-month prison sentence temporarily paused while he appealed the conviction, but a judge has now ruled that he must begin serving his sentence following the denial of his appeal by a three-judge panel.
Story Number 4
Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) has introduced the Constitutional Citizenship Clarification Act, aimed at amending birthright citizenship in the United States. This legislation seeks to end the practice of granting automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents, specifically targeting children of illegal immigrants. The bill is co-sponsored by Senators Marsha Blackburn, Ted Cruz, and J.D. Vance. Cotton argues that the current interpretation of birthright citizenship contributes to illegal immigration and burdens on public resources.
Story Number 5
GILGO BEACH SUSPECT REX HEUERMANN CHARGED WITH KILLING 2 MORE WOMEN
Rex Heuermann, the primary suspect in the Gilgo Beach murders, has been indicted on new murder charges. Heuermann, 60, was charged with the murders of Sandra Costilla in 1993 and Jessica Taylor in 2003. These charges are in addition to previous accusations related to the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Story Number 6
COLORADO TOWNS AGREE TO DEAL WITH WOMAN WHO WAS HANDCUFFED IN POLICE CAR HIT BY TRAIN
Yareni Rios-Gonzalez, a Colorado woman who was handcuffed and left inside a police car that was parked on train tracks, has reached an $8.5 million settlement with two Colorado towns. In 2022, while responding to a road rage incident, police detained Rios-Gonzalez and placed her in a patrol car that was then struck by a train. She suffered serious injuries from the crash. The incident led to significant legal actions, including the conviction of one of the involved officers, Jordan Steinke, for reckless endangerment.
Story Number 7
NO-TARIFF SHIPMENTS POPULAR WITH SHEIN, TEMU HIT US CUSTOMS SPEEDBUMP
The U.S. government is increasing its scrutiny on customs brokers managing no-tariff shipments for major online retailers like Shein and Temu. These companies often use a loophole that allows small packages to enter the U.S. without tariffs, but this practice has faced criticism for evading taxes and undercutting American businesses. The crackdown aims to ensure that these imports comply with customs regulations and proper duties are collected, potentially impacting the cost and delivery times for consumers purchasing inexpensive items from these international retailers.
Story Number 8
FLAMINGO SPOTTED IN MASSACHUSETTS IN POTENTIALLY UNPRECEDENTED EVENT
A flamingo was recently spotted at Chapin Beach in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, marking a potentially unprecedented event for the area. This sighting is exceptionally rare as flamingos are not typically found in Massachusetts. The bird’s appearance has captured significant attention from locals and bird enthusiasts. If confirmed to be a wild flamingo, it would be the first recorded instance of such a sighting in the state.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON JUNE 7:
Liam Neeson (72)
Mike Pence (65)
Karl Urban (52)
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1966: Former movie star Ronald Reagan became the 33rd governor of the state of California.
1975: Sony introduced the Betamax videocassette recorder for sale to the public. It was the first VCR. Eventually the VHS format proved more successful.
1993: Singer Prince changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol.
WORD OF THE DAY: knight [ nahyt ]
(in Europe in the Middle Ages) a man, usually of noble birth, who after an apprenticeship as page and squire was raised to honorable military rank and bound to chivalrous conduct
The young squire dreamed of one day becoming a knight, dedicating his life to honorable military service and chivalrous conduct.
DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Give Myself Space To Grow And Learn.
Fosters a Growth Mindset: Recognizing the importance of personal growth and learning cultivates a growth mindset, which is key to overcoming challenges and persevering in the face of adversity.
PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: June Bug Day
June Bug Day is celebrated annually on June 7th to recognize the importance of June bugs in the ecosystem and to embrace their natural role. The day was started by insect enthusiasts and naturalists to raise awareness of the intricate connections in the environment and how even small creatures like June bugs play a significant part in maintaining balance.
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