Today's Catch Up

The surprising link between baking soda and early death

What if one small change to your shower routine could do more than just help you feel refreshed?

This simple shower trick is getting attention for its potential to support healthy blood pressure, circulation, and overall heart health.

It’s easy to try, requires no expensive equipment, and can fit into your normal morning routine.

Some people have also reported noticing changes in their blood pressure after making the switch.

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Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House

President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move by his administration to target media outlets over their reporting.

Firefighters struggle with staffing, equipment shortages amid record wildfire season

Other firefighters have described similar circumstances this summer, telling that a nationwide shortage of resources, including firefighters and equipment, left crews struggling to manage the turbulence of this year's record wildfire season.

American Sports & Culture

Carson Wentz Gets Second Chance to Lead Vikings While First Round Pick Watches

The Minnesota Vikings announced that veteran quarterback Carson Wentz will start Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears.

Braves head to playoffs for 8th time in 9 years

The Braves are back in the playoffs after missing out last season.

Pistons, Ausar Thompson reach 5-year, $155M extension

Pistons All-Defensive forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale contract extension, sources told ESPN.

American Business & Markets

Mortgage Rates Approach Seven Percent as American Homebuyers Face Growing Challenges - Americans Digest

The American dream of homeownership continues to slip further from reach for millions of families as mortgage rates climb to their highest levels in nearly a year.

Moderna's mRNA Flu Shot Approved for Americans 50 and Older

The first messenger RNA flu vaccine has arrived in American pharmacies, marking a significant development in the nation’s ongoing effort to combat seasonal influenza.

SpaceX scores another $950 million from NASA for 3 more crewed flights to ISS

SpaceX is getting an extension to an existing contract that will allow three additional crewed Dragon flights to the International Space Station.

American Fact of the Day!

On September 19, 1957, the United States conducted “Rainier,” the first fully contained underground nuclear weapons test at the Nevada Test Site. The 1.7-kiloton device was detonated inside an underground tunnel, producing no visible mushroom cloud and marking a significant shift in how the U.S. conducted nuclear testing. The successful test demonstrated the feasibility of underground detonations and helped pave the way for future efforts to contain radioactive fallout during the nuclear testing era.

3-Month-Old Starves to Death as Parents Now Face Murder Charges