Chiefs beat Ravens in tight NFL season opener, Hunter Biden pleads guilty to tax charges, Linkin Park reunites with new singer
The Yodel newsletter: Get caught up on this morning’s news
Good morning, folks. Today is National Read a Book Day, so consider adding some of these titles to your list. (I’m diving into Attica Locke’s new novel this weekend!) Now, on to the news.
NEED TO KNOW
Chiefs beat Ravens in tight NFL season opener
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Baltimore Ravens 27-20 in a much-anticipated matchup that kicked off the NFL’s 2024 regular season.
Chiefs’ nail-biter: Their victory came after a Ravens touchdown was ruled incomplete as time expired in the fourth quarter. The game also cemented Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes as the franchise’s all-time leading passer. [Yahoo Sports]
Swift shows up: Taylor Swift attended the game to cheer on boyfriend and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. She spent much of the night watching with Kelce’s dad and waving to fans. [People]
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
?? Record summer heat
A new report from the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service found that this summer was the hottest ever recorded in the northern hemisphere, beating the record set last summer by 1.19°F. [ABC News]
?? Georgia shooting update
The father of the alleged gunman in the Apalachee High School shooting was arrested and is facing charges including manslaughter and second-degree murder that stem from him “knowingly allowing his son” to possess a gun, an official said. [Yahoo News]
?? N.Y. store safety
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a new law that will require retailers to boost safety protections for store workers, including a first-of-its-kind mandate for panic buttons in major chains. [Reuters]
?? Hunter Biden’s guilty plea
Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to misdemeanor and felony charges for failing to pay at least $1.4 million in taxes, saying he wanted to spare his family from “more invasions of privacy and needless embarrassment” at trial. [AP]
?? Linkin Park’s new singer
Rock band Linkin Park introduced a new singer, Emily Armstrong, seven years after frontman Chester Bennington died. The group also announced a new single, album and tour. See them perform. [Hollywood Reporter]
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY
?? Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a sequel to the 1988 film Beetlejuice, is in theaters. [Yahoo Entertainment]
?? Season 8 of of the real estate reality TV show Selling Sunset dropped overnight on Netflix. [Today]
?? In tennis, the U.S. Open semifinals continue, with primetime coverage airing at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. [USA Today]
?? In football, the Packers and the Eagles play in Brazil at 8:15 p.m. ET on Peacock. [AP]
?? In women’s basketball, the Sparks and the Sky take the court at 9:30 p.m. ET on WNBA League Pass. [Chicago Tribune]
?? And don’t forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the Crossword. Check the forecast in your area.
TODAY IN HISTORY
In 1995, Baltimore Oriole Cal Ripken Jr. got a 22-minute standing ovation after playing his 2,131st consecutive game and breaking Lou Gehrig’s 56-year-old MLB record. Ripken ultimately expanded his own record to 2,632 games, which still stands today. [Yahoo Sports]
3 QUESTIONS
...about tailgating prep
Tomorrow is National Tailgating Day. Anthony asked Yahoo shopping curator Zainab Akande, who writes The Checkout newsletter, about what to bring for a great outing.
Anthony: What are two game changers when it comes to tailgating gear?
Zainab: I love this portable drink dispenser that can keep beverages hot (or cold) for up to 20 hours. Fill it with coffee, hot chocolate or a pregame punch. This $50 portable grill was also cool. One reviewer said it cooks a “surprisingly large” amount of food. Here’s some other great gear.
Anthony: What should I bring if I’m invited to a tailgate?
Zainab: I’ve found that items like a foldable chair and camping table will come in handy. You and your friends will definitely want to be comfortable!
Anthony: If it’s my first time tailgating, what’s an underrated item I should make sure to have on hand?
Zainab: Insulated can sleeves can help keep beer and other canned drinks cold. Also: To stay cozy when it gets colder, I recommend hand warmers. This pack of 10 is only $7 right now.
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FEEL-GOOD MOMENT
An auctioneer uncovered a rare Rembrandt portrait in a Maine attic while doing a routine house call. The painting, which was described as being in “remarkable condition” despite its age, later sold for $1.4 million. [People]
Have an excellent weekend. See you on Monday!
?? P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: The CDC just named watercress the healthiest vegetable. Here’s how to add it to your meals. [Today]
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