Things You Might Not Have Heard – Thursday, August 8, 2024

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Today’s Rundown:

  1. LOGAN PAUL’S PRIME SUPPLIER IS SUING THE ENERGY DRINK COMPANY FOR $68 MILLION, ACCUSING IT OF CUTTING TIES AS DEMAND CRATERED: Refresco is suing for $67 million, alleging breach of contract and deceptive practices as Prime abruptly cut ties as demand for the product fell.
  2. HARVARD ‘FAILED ITS JEWISH STUDENTS’ AND MUST FACE ANTISEMITISM LAWSUIT, JUDGE RULES: The plaintiffs claim that Harvard did not take adequate measures to stop or deter antisemitic behavior, which they argue created a hostile environment for Jewish students.
  3. SUGARY DRINK CONSUMPTION AMONG KIDS CLIMBED NEARLY 23% OVER THREE DECADES, STUDY FINDS: The study, conducted by researchers in the United States, highlights a significant rise in the intake of sugary beverages by kids, which raises concerns about the associated health risks, such as obesity and dental problems.
  4. NASA DELAYS NEXT CREW LAUNCH TO BUY MORE TIME AT THE SPACE STATION FOR BOEING’S TROUBLED CAPSULE: The decision comes as NASA seeks to address problems with Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft, aiming to ensure the safe return of astronauts who are currently stranded on the ISS due to these technical difficulties.
  5. CREW OF TITAN SUB KNEW THEY WERE GOING TO DIE BEFORE IMPLOSION, ACCORDING TO MORE THAN $50M LAWSUIT: The suit claims that the company responsible for the submersible, OceanGate, failed to ensure the safety of the crew, leading to the fatal disaster during the expedition to the Titanic wreck.
  6. BANK OF AMERICA, WELLS FARGO ARE UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR HANDLING OF CUSTOMERS FUNDS ON ZELLE: The proliferation of fraud and scams on Zelle, which is owned by seven major banks including JPMorgan and Bank of America, has drawn attention from U.S. lawmakers including Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren and regulators concerned about consumer protection.
  7. COSTCO TO START SCANNING MEMBERSHIP CARDS AT THE ENTRANCE OF ALL ITS STORES: The policy change comes as Costco seeks to enhance the efficiency and security of its shopping experience, addressing concerns about unauthorized use of membership benefits.
  8. MCDONALD’S TAPS INTO NOSTALGIA WITH COLLECTIBLE CUP DROP: This initiative is part of McDonald’s strategy to boost sales and engage with its customer base through exclusive and appealing offers. The collectible cups are expected to be a popular item among fans of the brand.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON AUGUST 8:

The Edge (63)

J.C. Chasez (48)

Drew Lachey (48)

WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:

1974: In the fallout from the Watergate scandal, President Richard Nixon announced his resignation, effective the next day.

1988: The lights were turned on at Wrigley Field for the first time, making it the last major league stadium to have only day games.

2017: The Walt Disney Company announced plans to create its own streaming service.

WORD OF THE DAY: malice [ mal-is ]

the desire to see others suffer

The villain’s actions were driven by pure malice, taking pleasure in the chaos and pain he inflicted upon the city.

DAILY AFFIRMATION: My Potential To Succeed Is Limitless.

Enhances Self-Belief: Affirming that your potential to succeed is limitless reinforces a strong sense of self-belief, combatting negative thoughts and self-doubt, and leading to improved self-confidence.

PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: Mochi Day

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice dessert made from glutinous rice. It dates back to the 3rd century (AD 201 to AD 300) during the Nara period. In fact, Mochi is said to have evolved during the same time as rice cultivation. In Japan, rice is a significant part of Japanese culture. History tells us Mochi relates to Japanese lore, gods and goddesses, celebrations, and art that dates back to the 3rd century.

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