Congress begins investigating Trump’s assassination attempt, judge blocks Biden immigration policy, Oasis announces reunion tour
The Yodel newsletter: Get caught up on this morning’s news
Good morning, all. If you’re looking for new breakfast ideas, try these 10-minute recipes. (I’m going to add the mango-turmeric smoothie to my rotation.) Now, on to the news.
NEED TO KNOW
Congress begins probe into Trump’s assassination attempt
A bipartisan congressional task force promised a “thorough investigation” into the security lapses that led to Donald Trump’s attempted assassination after they toured the Butler, Pa., rally site yesterday.
The investigation: The group’s Chairman Mike Kelly cautioned that figuring out who was responsible for the lapses would be “a slow process.” They have until December to issue a final report and recommendations. [CNN]
Parallel probe: Some far-right legislators who feel they were iced out of the investigation said they’d started their own inquiry, with one suggesting the task force would attempt a cover-up. [New York Times]
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
?? Oasis reunion
The rock band Oasis, which has been on hiatus since 2009, announced a 2025 reunion tour in the U.K. and Ireland, with plans underway to take the tour outside of Europe later in the year. [Billboard]
?? Immigration program paused
A judge temporarily blocked a Biden administration program that would have allowed about 500,000 undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens to apply for green cards without first leaving the U.S. [NBC News]
?? Deadly heat
A new study found that more Americans — 2,325 people — died from heat in 2023 than in any other year after looking at records dating back to 1999. Researchers warned the number is likely an undercount. [USA Today]
?? Israel-Hamas negotiations
A U.S. spokesperson said Israel and Hamas are having “constructive” talks about a ceasefire in Gaza. Officials are now ironing out details, such as an exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners. [Reuters]
? Jansen’s 2-team game
Catcher Danny Jansen made MLB history by playing for both the Red Sox and Blue Jays in the same game. The reason: Their game in June was delayed and resumed yesterday, and Jansen was traded in the meantime. [Yahoo Sports]
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY
?? Only Murders in the Building Season 4 premiered on Hulu. Here’s what critics are saying. [Variety]
?? Netflix released Adam Sandler’s comedy special Love You overnight. Watch the trailer. [Hollywood Reporter]
? In baseball, the Phillies and the Astros play again at 6:40 p.m. ET on the MLB app. [USA Today]
?? The first round of the U.S. Open continues, with primetime coverage airing at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. (More on that below.) [Yahoo Sports]
?? In women’s basketball, the Aces and the Wings take the court at 8 p.m. ET on WNBA League Pass. [AP]
?? And don’t forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the Crossword. Check the forecast in your area.
TODAY IN HISTORY
In 1955, the first edition of the Guinness Book of World Records was bound. The name comes from the same company behind the iconic Irish beer, and it was originally created as a way to settle arguments at pubs. [Yahoo]
3 QUESTIONS
...about the U.S. Open
The U.S. Open kicked off this week. I asked sports reporter Liz Roscher about what to expect during the tennis season’s last grand slam.
Lily: What’s exciting about the U.S. Open this year?
Liz: The men's singles competition is packed with possible winners — such as Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner — who will give us so much good tennis. For the women, reigning champ Coco Gauff is back after a disappointingly short tournament at the Olympics.
Lily: Which player could have a breakout tournament?
Liz: Keep an eye on Ben Shelton, the 21-year-old American who excels on hard courts and is known for his cheeky personality. He made the semifinals in 2023 and could do even better this year.
Lily: Anything I should make if I’m hosting a watch party with friends?
Liz: Serve the Honey Deuce, the official U.S. Open cocktail. All you need is lemonade, vodka, raspberry liqueur, simple syrup and honeydew melon scooped out to look like tennis balls.
Go deeper: Here are the other big storylines at this year’s U.S. Open.
FEEL-GOOD MOMENT
Shelby Alfredson started making videos of her pet chinchillas during the pandemic, including dressing them up in silly themed costumes. Millions of people now follow the so-called chinfluencers. “Their personalities are really unique,” she said. “They’re a lot of fun.” [People]
Have a great day. See you tomorrow!
?? P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: Wish your Facebook feed was less chaotic? Take advantage of the platform’s “snooze” feature. [How-To Geek]
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