Things You Might Not Have Heard – Wednesday, August 21, 2024

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Today’s Rundown:

  1. A DOUBLE DOSE OF OBAMA FIREPOWER, A DOTING SPOUSE AND A DANCE PARTY: TAKEAWAYS FROM DAY 2 OF THE DNC: The event highlighted the importance of continuity and the role of past Democratic leaders in supporting the current ticket. 
  2. JENNIFER LOPEZ FILES FOR DIVORCE FROM BEN AFFLECK, NO PRENUP: The divorce filing lists April 26, 2024, as the official date of separation.
  3. OKLAHOMA STATE FOOTBALL HELMETS TO HAVE QR CODES FOR FANS LINKING TO NIL DONATION PAGE: The QR codes will direct fans to a donation page managed by “Pokes With A Purpose,” the program’s NIL fundraising arm.
  4. STAR WARS: THE ACOLYTE CANCELED AFTER ONE SEASON: Lucasfilm decided not to proceed with a second season, making the series a standalone entry within the broader “Star Wars” universe.
  5. CHAPPELL ROAN SLAMS ABUSE AND HARASSMENT FROM FANS IN TIKTOK VIDEO: Roan’s openness about her struggles has resonated with many fans, shedding light on the often overlooked challenges that public figures face. 
  6. UPS DRIVER SUFFERING FROM HEAT EXHAUSTION ‘PASSED OUT,’ GOT INTO CRASH, TEAMSTERS SAY: The Teamsters union has highlighted this event as part of broader concerns about the risks faced by delivery drivers, especially during extreme heat conditions. 
  7. JUDGE GIVES MIKE LINDELL ULTIMATUM IN $5 MILLION ‘PROVE ME WRONG’ CASE: The judge has ordered Lindell to produce his financial records by Friday or appear in federal court.
  8. ANGELINA JOLIE AND BRAD PITT’S DAUGHTER SHILOH GRANTED NAME CHANGE, WILL GO BY SHILOH JOLIE: The name change has sparked considerable media attention, reflecting ongoing dynamics within the Jolie-Pitt family.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON AUGUST 21:

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Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss (43)

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WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:

1858: The first of seven debates between U.S. Senate candidates Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas was held in Ottawa, Illinois.

1912: Arthur Eldred became the first Eagle Scout, by earning 10 badges of his choice and 11 specific badges.

1959: President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed an executive order proclaiming Hawaii the 50th state of the union.

WORD OF THE DAY: multitude [ muhl-ti-tood, -tyood ]

a large indefinite number

The library was home to a multitude of books, offering endless knowledge and adventure to those who sought it.

DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Am Focused, Persistent, And Will Never Give Up.

Enhances Skills: Affirming your focus and persistence can lead to significant improvements in your abilities. A dedicated mindset encourages continuous learning and skill enhancement, making you more adept in your personal and professional endeavors.

PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: Sweet Tea Day

Iced tea is the second most popular beverage in the world, following water. The oldest tea remains date to around 453BC. Archeologists from Shandong University and the University of Science and Technology found 2,400 year old tea remains in a royal tomb in the Shandong province.

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