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Today’s Rundown:
- BREAKDANCING ISN’T RETURNING IN FOR THE 2028 OLYMPICS: The sport, officially known as “breaking,” garnered attention and controversy during its initial inclusion but has since been removed from the lineup for the next Games.
- ELON MUSK’S TRUMP INTERVIEW FLOPS IMMEDIATELY WITH TECH GLITCHES, HE CLAIMS ‘MASSIVE DDOS ATTACK’: The glitches, which occurred on August 13, 2024, drew immediate comparisons to a similar incident during Ron DeSantis’ 2023 campaign launch on the platform.
- RFK JR. WON’T APPEAR ON NEW YORK STATE PRESIDENTIAL BALLOT AFTER COURT RULES HE’S NOT A RESIDENT: Kennedy has three days to appeal the ruling, but as of now, he is blocked from appearing on New York’s presidential ballot due to this residency disputation.
- YOUNG THUG’S LONG-RUNNING CRIMINAL TRIAL RETURNS WITH JURY AND RELUCTANT STAR WITNESS: The trial’s progression has been marked by numerous delays, and the involvement of a hesitant key witness adds another layer of intrigue to the proceedings.
- GOOGLE AND SELENA GOMEZ PARTNER TO FUND TEEN MENTAL HEALTH IN THE CLASSROOM: The collaboration focuses on providing resources and support for mental well-being, leveraging Google’s platform to reach a wide audience.
- JAMIE LEE CURTIS AND LINDSAY LOHAN ANNOUNCE TITLE OF ‘FREAKY FRIDAY’ SEQUEL: The sequel has been eagerly anticipated by fans, and the reunion of Curtis and Lohan is expected to bring a nostalgic yet fresh take on the beloved story.
- ILLINOIS SCHOOL WORKER VERA LIDDELL GETS 9-YEARS FOR $1.5 MILLION CHICKEN WING HEIST: The theft occurred over a period of time, during which Liddell placed unauthorized orders for the wings using the school district’s funds.
- BILLIONAIRE RICHARD LUGNER DEAD AT 91 – JUST 2 MONTHS AFTER TYING THE KNOT WITH SIXTH WIFE, 42: His death marks the end of an era for the flamboyant businessman who was a well-known figure in Austria and beyond.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON AUGUST 13:
Danny Bonaduce (65)
Debi Mazar (60)
Sebastian Stan (42)
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1942: Walt Disney’s animated feature Bambi premiered at Radio City Music Hall in New York.
1960: The first two-way telephone conversation by satellite took place with the help of Echo 1, a balloon satellite.
1961: Berlin was divided as East Germany sealed off the border between the city’s eastern and western sectors in order to halt the flight of refugees.
WORD OF THE DAY: epistolary [ ih-pis-tl-er-ee ]
contained in or carried on by letters
The novel’s epistolary format, consisting entirely of letters between characters, offered a unique and intimate glimpse into their lives.
DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Am Proud Of Myself And All That I Have Accomplished.
Boosts Self-Esteem: This affirmation reinforces self-worth by acknowledging your achievements, which can significantly boost self-esteem and confidence, making you more resilient against negative thoughts and self-doubt.
PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: International Left-Handers Day
Today is the 32nd annual Left Handers Day! August 13th is a chance to tell your family and friends how proud you are of being left-handed, and also raise awareness of the everyday issues that lefties face as we live in a world designed for right-handers.
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