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Democrats bash Justice Clarence Thomas but their plan to investigate ethics allegations is unclear

Democrats Criticize Justice Thomas. Their Next Steps Remain Undefined. Here's What You Can Actually Control.

What Happened

Democratic lawmakers have publicly criticized Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas over ethics allegations. However, their specific plans for investigating these allegations or taking concrete action remain unclear and unspecified.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you vote for representatives whose judicial philosophy and ethics standards align with your values
• How much time you spend following day-to-day political theater versus long-term civic ...

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technology

Netflix is winding down its DVD business after 25 years

Netflix Ends DVD Service After 25 Years. Industries Change. This Is How.

What Happened

Netflix announced it will shut down its DVD-by-mail service after 25 years of operation. The company is ending the service that originally made it famous as consumer habits shifted toward streaming.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you adapt your own skills to changing industries
• How you respond to technological shifts in your field
• Your decision to learn new technologies rather than resist them
• Whether you se...

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world

Two Russians claiming to be former Wagner commanders admit killing children and civilians in Ukraine

Two Former Wagner Soldiers Confess to War Crimes in Ukraine. Justice Processes Continue.

What Happened

Two individuals claiming to be former Wagner Group commanders gave testimony admitting to killing civilians and children during operations in Ukraine. Their statements were reported by CNN as part of ongoing documentation of alleged war crimes.

What's In Your Control

• How you process disturbing news without letting it consume your day
• Whether you support organizations providing humanitarian aid to conflict victims
• Your choice to stay informed without doom-...

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technology

FTC chair Lina Khan warns AI could 'turbocharge' fraud and scams

FTC Chair Warns AI Could Make Scams Easier. Scams Have Always Existed. Here's How to Protect Yourself.

What Happened

FTC Chair Lina Khan made public statements warning that artificial intelligence technology could make it easier for scammers to create more sophisticated fraudulent schemes. She expressed concerns about AI's potential to enhance existing criminal tactics.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you verify requests for money or personal information through independent channels
• How much personal information you share online and with whom
• Whether you educate elderly relatives a...

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politics

Toddler crawls through White House fence, prompts Secret Service response

Toddler Crawls Through White House Fence. Secret Service Responds Appropriately. This Is How Systems Work.

What Happened

A toddler crawled through the White House fence, prompting a Secret Service response. The child was safely reunited with their parents and the situation was resolved without incident.

What's In Your Control

• How you supervise your own children in public spaces
• Whether you use this as a teaching moment about boundaries with kids
• Your understanding that security systems are designed for exactly the...

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politics

Oklahoma governor calls on officials to resign over recording of racist and threatening remarks

Oklahoma Officials Made Racist Threats on Recording. The Governor Called for Resignations. Here's What This Means for You.

What Happened

Oklahoma officials were recorded making racist and threatening remarks. The state's governor publicly called for these officials to resign from their positions. The incident has sparked calls for accountability in local government.

What's In Your Control

• How you treat people of different backgrounds in your daily interactions
• Whether you vote in local elections where such officials are chosen
• Your response to racism when you witness it person...

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travel

Southwest says flights resumed after delays caused by 'tech issues'

Southwest Had Tech Problems. Flights Are Back to Normal. Your Trip May Still Happen.

What Happened

Southwest Airlines experienced technical issues that caused flight delays across their network. The airline has resolved the problems and flights have resumed normal operations.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you build buffer time into travel plans for inevitable delays
• Your response to disruptions - patience vs. anger changes nothing about the flight schedule
• Having backup plans or flexib...

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local news

See pizza delivery guy take out suspect fleeing police

Pizza Delivery Driver Helps Police Catch Fleeing Suspect. Good People Still Do Good Things.

What Happened

A pizza delivery driver intervened to help police apprehend a suspect who was fleeing from law enforcement. The incident was captured on video and shared by CNN.

What's In Your Control

• How you would respond in a similar situation (but don't overthink scenarios that may never happen)
• Whether you choose to help your neighbors in everyday moments
• Your own situational awareness...

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health

FDA clears the way for additional bivalent boosters for certain vulnerable individuals

FDA Approves Additional COVID Boosters for High-Risk Groups. Here's What Changed.

What Happened

The FDA authorized additional bivalent COVID-19 booster shots for certain vulnerable populations, including immunocompromised individuals and those at higher risk of severe illness. This expands eligibility beyond the previous booster recommendations.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you consult your doctor about your personal risk factors
• Whether you stay informed through your healthcare provider rather than news headlines
• How you treat immunocompromised friends ...

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entertainment

Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis spent the Covid-19 lockdown together

Two Actors Spent Lockdown Together. This Is Not News That Affects Your Life.

What Happened

Actors Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis spent time together during the COVID-19 lockdowns. This appears to be a human interest story about how celebrities managed during the pandemic period.

What's In Your Control

• How you spend your attention and mental energy today
• Whether you focus on your own relationships and community
• What media you choose to consume
• How you support the people actually in your life

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entertainment

Newly released video shows scene of Jeremy Renner's snowplow accident

New Video Shows Jeremy Renner's Snowplow Accident. He Recovered. Here's What Happened.

What Happened

CNN released video footage showing the scene of actor Jeremy Renner's January 2023 snowplow accident near his Nevada home. Renner was critically injured when he was run over by his own 14,000-pound snowplow while trying to help his nephew with a stuck vehicle. He has since recovered and returned ...

What's In Your Control

• How you approach heavy machinery safety if you operate such equipment
• Whether you follow proper safety protocols when helping others with vehicles
• Your own preparedness for winter weather eme...

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politics

Repeated gunshots fired on live TV as ex-lawmaker shot by assassins

Former Politician Shot on Live TV. The Attackers Are in Custody. Here's What This Means for You.

What Happened

A former lawmaker was shot by gunmen during a live television broadcast. The attack was captured on camera and the perpetrators have been apprehended by authorities.

What's In Your Control

• How you consume news about violence (avoid repetitive viewing of graphic footage)
• Whether you engage in respectful political discourse in your own community
• Your own civic participation throu...

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technology

Apple CEO was presented with an original Macintosh. See his reaction

Apple CEO Gets Nostalgic Over Old Computer. This Is Not News.

What Happened

Apple CEO Tim Cook was shown an original Macintosh computer during what appears to be a public event or interview. CNN reported on his emotional reaction to seeing the vintage device.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you consume personality-focused business content instead of substantive news
• How much time you spend on stories about CEO emotions vs. actual company performance
• Whether you let nosta...

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politics

'My stomach is hurting from laughing': Hear panelist's reaction to DeSantis' threat to Disney

DeSantis and Disney Continue Their Public Dispute. Here's What Actually Happened.

What Happened

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made another statement regarding Disney during what appears to be a political discussion or panel. A CNN panelist responded with laughter to DeSantis' comments about the entertainment company. This continues an ongoing public disagreement between DeSantis and Disney ...

What's In Your Control

• Whether you choose to engage with this political theater or focus on more meaningful issues
• Your decision to visit Disney properties based on your own values and budget, not political drama
• H...

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entertainment

Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized nearly a week after 'medical complication'

Jamie Foxx Hospitalized for Medical Issue. His Family Asks for Privacy. Here's What We Know.

What Happened

Actor Jamie Foxx was hospitalized approximately a week ago due to what his family described as a "medical complication." His daughter Corinne Foxx posted on social media asking for privacy while he receives care. No specific details about his condition have been disclosed by his family or represe...

What's In Your Control

• How you respond to this news - with respect for privacy vs. speculation
• Whether you engage with gossip or rumor-spreading about his condition
• Your own health choices and regular medical check...

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health

Eating too much of these foods is driving the rise in type 2 diabetes, study says

New Study Links Specific Foods to Type 2 Diabetes. Here's What You Can Control About Your Health.

What Happened

Researchers published a study identifying certain foods that correlate with increased type 2 diabetes rates globally. The study analyzed dietary patterns and diabetes prevalence across different populations to establish these connections.

What's In Your Control

• What you choose to eat at your next meal
• Whether you read ingredient labels when shopping
• How often you cook meals at home vs. eating processed foods
• Your daily movement and exercise habits...

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media

Here are the 20 specific Fox broadcasts and tweets Dominion says were defamatory

Dominion Lists 20 Fox Statements in Lawsuit. Legal Process Continues As Designed.

What Happened

Dominion Voting Systems has identified 20 specific Fox News broadcasts and tweets as defamatory in their ongoing lawsuit against the network. CNN reported on these specific examples as part of the legal proceedings.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you consume news from multiple sources to form your own understanding
• How much time you spend following legal proceedings that don't directly affect you
• Your choice to focus on local ...

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world

Pilot makes history after landing on top of a 56-story hotel

Pilot Lands Helicopter on Dubai Hotel Helipad. This Is What Skilled Pilots Do.

What Happened

A pilot successfully landed a helicopter on the helipad of a 56-story hotel, likely the Burj Al Arab in Dubai. The landing was completed safely and appears to have been a planned maneuver rather than an emergency.

What's In Your Control

• Whether you appreciate human skill and achievement when you see it
• How you respond to sensationalized "history-making" headlines (with healthy skepticism)
• Whether you let clickbait distract y...

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