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Today's Rundown:
Harris summons Americans to reject political divisions, warns of consequences posed by a Trump win
https://apnews.com/article/democratic-national-convention-kamala-harris-807cf9d4a609a18ceaa9eee9c9422af5
   
Stevie Wonder's DNC performance leaves viewers confused due to teleprompter controversy
https://www.the-express.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/146574/stevie-wonder-performance-Democratic-National-Convention/amp
 
Russia opens criminal investigation into CNN correspondent for reporting in Ukrainian-occupied Russia
https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/22/europe/russia-cnn-paton-walsh-investigation-intl/index.html
  
Body of California Woman Found in Cold Storage 1 Year After Hospital Said She Checked Out
https://www.yahoo.com/news/body-calif-woman-found-cold-144114634.html
Floridians balk at DeSantis administration plan to build golf courses at state parks
https://apnews.com/article/florida-desantis-state-parks-golf-pickleball-development-f6f1e129cdd316207eeabc90edf2aad6
   
New Study Suggests "Doom Scrolling" Through Short-Form Videos Causes More Boredom And Less Satisfaction
https://earlygame.com/news/entertainment/new-study-reveals-scrolling-short-videos-can-cause-boredom-and-lower-satisfaction
French actor Gerard Depardieu should face trial over rape allegations, prosecutors say
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/08/22/gerard-depardieu-trial-rape-assault-request/74903783007/?tbref=hp
One half of gay penguin 'power couple' dies, and his partner Magic leads tribute song
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/gay-penguin-sphen-dies-magic-mourns-song-sydney-aquarium-rcna167723
 
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ONE DAY OLDER ON August 23:
Barbara Eden (93)
Shelley Long (75)
Rick Springfield (75)
  
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1784: Eastern Tennessee declared itself an independent state under the name of Franklin. The step was rejected by the United States Congress one year later.
2000: Richard Hatch was the first winner of the TV show Survivor.
2012: Lance Armstrong, the seven-time Tour de France winner, announced he would not contest the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency’s charges of doping, a result of which would include being stripped of all of his Tour de France victories.
  
WORD OF THE DAY: gale [ geyl ]
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/gale
a very strong wind
The sailors braced themselves as the gale roared across the open sea, threatening to overturn their vessel.
    
DAILY AFFIRMATION: I Am A Creator Of My Own Destiny.
Reinforces Self-Belief: Affirming that you are the creator of your own destiny strengthens your belief in your ability to shape your future. This enhanced self-belief helps combat negative thoughts and fosters a positive self-image, leading to improved self-esteem and confidence.
https://www.amazon.com/100-Daily-Affirmations-Positivity-Confidence/dp/B0D2D6SS2D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1WQBWD1QLPY95&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NRYOXILA_fPs_fuXcyiwODc6ZLTRzYtg7HkX2KxYA70.NatQgGVyJVt3ySzvXdHtT8q-IUGRsteKym8W5ZZ27dM&dib_tag=se&keywords=100+affirmations+payne&qid=1724015654&sprefix=100+affirmations+payne%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-1
  
PLUS, TODAY WE CELEBRATE: Cuban Sandwich Day
https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-cuban-sandwich-day-august-23
While the Cubano traditionally consists of ham, roast pork, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard on Cuban bread, restaurants and home cooks serve up different versions. While the sandwich alone may serve as a satisfying meal, some very flavorful sides complement this globe-trotting sandwich. Like any grilled sandwich, a creamy, dunkable soup makes the perfect complement.