Harry and Meghan, Tim Scott, Soleil Moon Frye & More - 8/6/2024

Things You Might Not Have Heard

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Today's Rundown:
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle launch Parents' Network to address the dangers of online harm
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-on-social-media-online-harm-and-the-parents-network/
TikTok agrees to withdraw rewards feature after EU raised concerns about potential online addiction
https://apnews.com/article/tiktok-digital-services-act-screen-time-f3c635bd7d46e37c12f6411f8e641ade
Google violated antitrust laws to maintain dominance over online search, judge says
https://abcnews.go.com/Business/google-violated-antitrust-laws-maintain-dominance-online-search/story?id=112591120
Frontier Airlines pilot arrested in Houston, flight canceled
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/airline-news/2024/08/04/frontier-pilot-arrested-houston-dallas/74666182007/?tbref=hp
Chiefs make Harrison Butker NFL’s highest-paid kicker
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/chiefs-harrison-butker-highest-paid-kicker-rcna165253
Judge orders Justice Department to return helmet, spear to 'QAnon Shaman'
https://abcnews.go.com/US/judge-orders-justice-department-return-helmet-spear-qanon/story?id=112588009
Sen. Tim Scott marries Mindy Noce in South Carolina ceremony
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/sen-tim-scott-marries-mindy-noce-south-carolina-ceremony
11 operator calmly walks expectant mom through a surprise at-home delivery
https://apnews.com/article/911-call-baby-delivery-5bdc9531b430d57be4d8dcebbf9ad788
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ONE DAY OLDER ON AUGUST 6:
Michelle Yeoh (62)
M. Night Shyamalan (54)
Soleil Moon Frye (48)
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1991: The World Wide Web was born. The development of global internet access and linking was announced by two innovators at the Cern Laboratory in Geneva, Switzerland. In 1993, there were just 130 sites on the web.
1998: Former White House intern Monica Lewinsky spent 8½ hours testifying before a grand jury about her relationship with President Bill Clinton.
2015: Jon Stewart hosted The Daily Show for the last time.
WORD OF THE DAY: maraud [ muh-rawd ]
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/maraud
raid and rove in search of plunder
In the aftermath of the war, many soldiers turned to maraud in search of food and valuables amidst the chaos.
DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Choose To See The Good In The People Around Me.
Improves Relationships: Focusing on the positive aspects of those around you fosters appreciation and respect, leading to stronger and more meaningful relationships.
https://www.amazon.com/100-Daily-Affirmations-Positivity-Confidence/dp/B0D2D6SS2D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EETIICRH9WKL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fTzmfgWDkLbB298QSG1XHw.XNema1TWDSl7tirdaNi6vv-LBlJA9T-P0y-UeCE2MN8&dib_tag=se&keywords=100+affirmation+payne&qid=1722807450&sprefix=110+affirmation+payne%2Caps%2C1345&sr=8-1
PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: Farmworker Appreciation Day
https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/farmworker-appreciation-day/
Farmworker Appreciation Day celebrated on August 6th, recognizes the hardworking individuals in the agricultural sector. It’s a day filled with gratitude for those who work tirelessly to ensure our tables are never without fresh produce. The significance of this day stems from acknowledging the immense contributions farmworkers make to society and the economy, and it offers a moment to reflect on their critical role in food production.