Things You Might Not Have Heard – Wednesday, June 26, 2024

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Today’s Rundown:

  1. AILEEN CANNON REPRIMANDS JACK SMITH’S TEAM IN COURT: ‘DON’T INTERRUPT ME’: Judge Cannon emphasized the importance of maintaining courtroom decorum and respect, highlighting the tension and high stakes involved in the legal proceedings surrounding Trump and his associates.  
  2. JANICE DICKINSON CLAIMS TYRA BANKS IS ‘NOT A FRIENDLY LADY’ AND ‘DOES NOT LIKE BEAUTIFUL WOMEN’: Dickinson made these remarks while discussing their time together on the reality TV show “America’s Next Top Model,” where tensions between them were often evident.
  3. MTV NEWS ABRUPTLY NUKES SITE, ERASES MORE THAN 20 YEARS WORTH OF CONTENT: The sudden removal of this extensive archive has left fans and industry observers puzzled and concerned about the loss of valuable pop culture history.
  4. HOOTERS CLOSES SEVERAL ‘UNDERPERFORMING’ RESTAURANTS: While specific locations and the number of affected restaurants were not disclosed, the move reflects the challenges facing the casual dining sector, including changing consumer preferences and increased competition.
  5. WHATABURGER SUES NORTH CAROLINA MOM-AND-POP WHAT-A-BURGER #13 OVER NAME: The dispute arises as Whataburger plans to expand into North Carolina, with What-A-Burger #13, in business since 1969, arguing that its operations are being threatened by the corporate chain’s actions.
  6. SNAPCHAT INTRODUCES NEW SAFETY FEATURES TO LIMIT BAD ACTORS FROM CONTACTING USERS: These updates include measures to enhance privacy and security, particularly for younger users, by restricting how unknown users can connect with them.
  7. ELON MUSK AND OTHER DEI CRITICS ARE LATCHING ON TO ‘MEI,’ A NEW HIRING CATCHPHRASE THAT EXPERTS SAY MISSES THE POINT: The debate highlights the growing polarization around DEI practices in corporate environments, with proponents advocating for their necessity in fostering inclusive work cultures, while opponents see them as potentially counterproductive.
  8. LAUREN BOEBERT WINS PRIMARY AFTER ABANDONING CURRENT DISTRICT: This victory secures her place on the ballot for the upcoming general election.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON JUNE 26:

Sean Hayes (54)

Jennette McCurdy (32)

Ariana Grande (31)

WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:

1974: The Universal Product Code — the barcode — was scanned for the first time to sell a package of Wrigley’s chewing gum at a supermarket in Troy, Ohio. Realizing the significance of the event, the buyer returned the item. The 10-pack of Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit is now on display at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.

1997: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was published in the UK with an initial print run of 500 copies. It became a smash almost overnight. The seventh title, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, was published just over a decade later.

2015: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled same-sex marriage is a legal right across all states.

WORD OF THE DAY: reprise [ ri-prahyz ruh-preez]

to execute a repetition of; repeat           

The band decided to reprise their hit song during the encore, much to the delight of the audience.

DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Am Infinite, Eternal, And Love.

Promotes a Sense of Connection: This affirmation deepens your connection to the universe and everything in it, fostering a sense of belonging and unity with the world around you.

PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: Parchment Day

National Parchment Day falls on the Last Wednesday in June and brings innovation and convenience to the kitchen. While adding convenience, parchment infuses flavor, locks in moisture, and preserves vital nutrients.

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