| ⏰ Good Morning! Here's your historical nugget for August 11: | On this day in 1942, actress Hedy Lamarr and composer George Antheil received a patent for a frequency-hopping communication system—a groundbreaking invention that later became the foundation for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and secure radio. | —Tap into your own creative frequency today. 📡✨ | Table of Contents | | | | | | The AM Shift | Georgia Man Kills Officer in CDC-Targeted Shooting, Citing COVID-19 Vaccine as Motive | | A Georgia man who opened fire outside the CDC's Atlanta campus last week believed the COVID-19 vaccine caused him depression and suicidal thoughts, officials said. The suspect, 30-year-old Patrick Joseph White, was stopped from entering before firing multiple rounds at the building. DeKalb County Police Officer David Rose, 33, was killed while responding. White died soon after, though it's unclear if he was killed by police or by suicide. | The CDC employees' union urged federal leaders to denounce vaccine misinformation and called for stronger security. Some staff also criticized Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for fueling distrust and reacting slowly. Officer Rose, a former Marine and expectant father, is remembered for his dedication to service. | |
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| | | | | 📈 U.S. Stock Market Snapshot | Stocks edged higher Monday as Wall Street kicked off the week on an optimistic note, buoyed by strength in technology and consumer sectors while awaiting key inflation data later this week. Gains were tempered by caution, with traders mindful of August's typical volatility and lingering geopolitical concerns. | 🔹 Key Indicators | S&P 500 (SPY): ▲ 0.29% → 638.15
Nasdaq 100 (QQQ): ▲ 0.41% → 575.90
Dow Jones (DIA): ▲ 0.22% → 443.82
10-Year Treasury Yield: ↑ 4.30% | 🔍 Notable Moving Stocks | 📈 Gainers:
Microsoft (MSFT): ▲ 2.0% – Climbed after unveiling new AI-driven cloud offerings and securing multiple enterprise contracts.
Tesla (TSLA): ▲ 1.8% – Advanced as delivery forecasts for the second half of the year were revised upward by analysts.
Coca-Cola (KO): ▲ 1.1% – Gained on strong summer beverage sales and upbeat guidance. | 📉 Decliners:
Pfizer (PFE): ▼ 3.5% – Fell after mixed trial data on a new respiratory treatment.
Intel (INTC): ▼ 2.2% – Weakened as a major investment bank cut its semiconductor sector outlook.
Home Depot (HD): ▼ 1.7% – Slipped on concerns about slowing home renovation spending. | 📅 Looking Ahead:
Investors are focused on the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) reports, which could shape expectations for the Federal Reserve's next policy move. With earnings season wrapping up, macroeconomic data and interest rate speculation are likely to dominate market direction in the coming weeks. | The information provided in this summary is sourced from CNBC and is for informational purposes only. It is not intended as financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Please conduct your own research or consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions. |
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| How do you prefer to spend a free Saturday?Saturdays can be for adventure, relaxation, or quality time—what's your favorite way to make the most of your weekend? | | | | | | The Political Shift | Pritzker Criticizes Abbott and Trump Over Texas Redistricting Effort | | Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker criticized Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and President Donald Trump over their support for a mid-decade congressional redistricting effort in Texas. Pritzker argued the move was politically motivated and contrasted it with Illinois' redistricting process, which he said was more transparent. The dispute comes as more than 50 Texas Democratic lawmakers left the state to block the Republican-led plan. | Abbott has responded by calling multiple special legislative sessions and threatening to have the absent lawmakers arrested, though such actions are unlikely to be enforced outside Texas. Supporters of the Texas plan say the new maps are needed to account for population changes, while opponents argue the changes would secure long-term partisan advantages. The fight reflects a broader national debate over redistricting and its impact on political representation. | |
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| | Did you like this Newsletter?We work to make this an enjoying read for you. Please let us know what we can do better. | | | | | | The AM Challange | 🧠 Time for the 5-Minute Daily Challenge! ⏳🧩
No hints. No shortcuts. Just your brain against the puzzle. | Riddle:
I hide in pockets, cling to sleeves,
And vanish when it's time to leave.
I'm small and light, yet cause dismay—
What am I, that won't stay? | Take your time… then scroll for the answer.
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Answer: Lint. 🪶 | Did you brush that one off or get stuck on it? Either way, you just cleaned up another clever riddle! 🧠✨ |
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