Early voting begins ahead of 2024 election, Shohei Ohtani 1st in MLB history to reach 50/50 and Netflix drops new ‘Squid Game’ teaser
The Yodel newsletter: Get caught up on this morning’s news
Good morning, everyone. Fall officially begins this weekend with the equinox. Here are some things you might not have known about it. Now, on to the news.
NEED TO KNOW
What to know about early voting
Minnesota, South Dakota and Virginia begin early voting today, while several other states will start sending out their absentee ballots, signaling the start of the 2024 voting season.
What to know: Experts predict many Americans will cast their votes before Election Day, either through mail-in ballots or early voting. Here’s what to know if you’re in a state that begins today, and when early voting starts in your state. [GMA/USA Today]
Mail-in PSA: Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said the U.S. Postal Service would undertake “heroic efforts” to deliver mail-in ballots on time but still recommended that voters mail theirs at least one week before Election Day on Nov. 5. [CNN]
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
? Ohtani’s 50/50
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani made MLB history by becoming the first player ever to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in the same season. Watch his impressive 50th home run. [Yahoo Sports]
?? Gulf hurricane threat
Forecasters warned that there’s a high risk of a tropical development in the Gulf of Mexico, which could turn into a hurricane next week and potentially threaten the southern U.S. [AccuWeather]
?? Israel-Hezbollah airstrikes
Israel and Hezbollah traded airstrikes after Hezbollah’s leader said the pager and walkie-talkie explosions that killed dozens and injured thousands this week amounted to a declaration of war. [BBC News]
?? iPhone 16 hits stores
Apple released the iPhone 16 without the major AI features it has touted since June. Users will have to individually download the software as it becomes available in the coming weeks and months. [Bloomberg]
?? ‘Squid Game’ teaser
Netflix released a new teaser for Squid Game Season 2, with Lee Jung-jae back in the starring role of Seong Gi-hun. The new season will premiere on Dec. 26. Take a look. [Hollywood Reporter]
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY
?? George Clooney and Brad Pitt’s new action-comedy Wolfs is now in theaters. [Rolling Stone]
?? Katy Perry and Keith Urban dropped new albums overnight. [Variety/Billboard]
? In baseball, the Phillies and the Mets play again at 7:10 p.m. ET on the MLB app. [AP]
?? And don’t forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the Crossword. Check the forecast in your area.
TODAY IN HISTORY
In 1964, the Beatles concluded their first U.S. tour by performing a charity concert at the Paramount Theater in New York City. It was a full-circle moment for the band, whose tour ended where it began. Take a look at their wild reception. [Yahoo Entertainment]
3 QUESTIONS
...about Canada’s ‘best’ train ride
Searching for a unique fall travel idea? Travel influencers Kara and Nate Buchanan recommend riding a train across Canada. Anthony asked why.
Anthony: Why do you recommend traveling through Canada by train?
Kara and Nate: We traveled with VIA Rail, Canada’s national railway. There were plenty of amenities and activities on the train, but we loved the glass-topped observation cars that offered panoramic views of the surrounding scenery. They also have fall travel packages.
Anthony: If you had to choose one of their fall packages, which one would it be and why?
Kara and Nate: We absolutely loved VIA’s weeklong Vancouver to Toronto tour. It was a relaxing way to see a lot of the country in a short amount of time.
Anthony: Why is Canada such a great fall destination?
Kara and Nate: We think the fall is an ideal time to visit because the fall foliage is incredible, the weather is cool yet comfortable and, with post-summer travel, there tends to be fewer tourists and lower prices.
Want more travel ideas? Kara and Nate have international and domestic recs. Follow them on YouTube.
FEEL-GOOD MOMENT
Moo Deng, a 2-month-old pygmy hippo, is the internet’s newest sensation after photos and videos of her rolling around and getting baths went viral. “The moment I saw Moo Deng born, I set a goal to make her famous,” said zookeeper Atthapon Nundee. [BuzzFeed]
Have a stellar weekend. See you on Monday!
?? P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: Stop opening your oven while baking to check on your dish — it’ll cool it down too much. Do this instead. [Food Republic]
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