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Need to know
FDA approves blood test for colon cancer
The US Food and Drug Administration yesterday approved a blood test to screen for colon cancer as incidence rates continue to rise, especially among younger people.
test: It is approved for people over 45 who are at “average risk.” Experts say: Not a replacement He said that while it is not suitable for colonoscopies, it could lead to increased screening tests. [ABC News]
Why is this important: With FDA approval, Medicare and private insurers will likely cover the $895 cost of the test, which is expected to cost $1.2 billion by 2025, the highest rate of colorectal cancer in the United States. 1-2% increase per year For people under 55 years old. [NBC News]
In case you missed it
➡️ Sonia Massey’s latest update
The Illinois sheriff who hired the deputy accused of killing Sonia Massey in her kitchen He refused to resign. He asked the public for forgiveness at a town hall meeting yesterday. “We let her down,” he said. [USA Today]
🏛️ Iowa’s abortion ban
Iowa’s six-week abortion ban It came into effect Yesterday, I learned that there are four US states that ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, and 14 states that have near-total bans on abortion at all stages of pregnancy. [AP]
🌍 Influencing foreign elections
U.S. intelligence agencies believe that Iran and Russia areCovert influence campaign They were active on social media, posing as activists, with the aim of influencing the presidential election. [CNN]
🥉 Men’s Gymnastics Bronze
The U.S. men’s gymnastics team won the bronze medal in the team event. First time in 16 yearsOne of the highlights was specialist Steven Nedorosik’s performance on the pommel horse. Check it out here. [Yahoo Sports]
📺 “The Voice” teaser
The Voice A teaser was released The upcoming season will see new judges Snoop Dogg and Michael Bublé join Reba McEntire and Gwen Stefani in singing The Four Tops’ “Reach Out I’ll Be There.” [Entertainment Weekly]
Today’s happenings
⚾ In baseball, the Guardians and the Tigers Play again It will be available on the MLB app at 1:10 PM ET. [Detroit Free Press]
🇫🇷 At the Olympics, women’s 100m backstroke and Gymnastics Team Finals It will air in primetime at 8pm ET on NBC. [Yahoo Sports]
☀️ Don’t forget: Every day Horoscope. play CrosswordPlease check forecast In your area.
History Today
In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare and Medicaid Act The program was first proposed 20 years ago by President Harry S. Truman, who joined President Johnson when the act was passed. [AP]
Three Questions
…About Olympic Women’s Gymnastics
Simone BilesWith Suni Lee and the rest of Team USA aiming for gold today in the women’s gymnastics team final, we asked the four-time Olympic medalist: Shawn Johnson EastWe asked him, reporting from Paris for Yahoo Sports, what to expect.
Lily: As the U.S. women prepare for today’s competition, what do you think has changed since their second-place finish in Tokyo?
Sean: I feel that there has been a big change. The players’ mental and physical strength has improved. And A lot of effort Beacon, a coach, psychologist, family, friends and one of the team leaders, was committed to the overall wellbeing of the players. Emotional support dogsHe’s amazing!
Lily: There is one new member of the team who didn’t compete in Tokyo – 16-year-old Hezly Rivera. What will she bring to the team?
Sean: Hesley is the anchor. She brings consistency, strength and lots of joy to every event. She is adorable! And she has 4 vets who coach her.
Lily: What are your predictions for Team USA this week? Can they win the gold medal?
Sean: Making predictions always makes me nervous, but Team USA is by far the strongest team right now.
What is Simone Biles’ signature move? here All Skills It was named after her.
A comfortable moment
Lucas, a 4-year-old Schnauzer Poodle, Becoming a travel influencer Lucas has been traveling around the US in a camper van since his owner, Luisa Carrion, quit her job to take a cross-country trip in a camper van. Carrion said Lucas has his own hiking boots and is “living his best life.” [People]
Have a great day and see you tomorrow!
💡 PS Before you go, some everyday advice: Want to extend the life of your headphones? Turn down the volume before use. One of several tricks. [How-To Geek]
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