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NEED TO KNOW
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New studies released this week revealed a surprising relationship between warmer weather and sugar consumption, and that many people with diabetes may be unaware that they have the condition.
What to know: One study found that Americans were far likelier to reach for sugary products, particularly sweetened drinks like soda and juice, when temperatures climbed. The trend was higher among low-income families. [AP]
Check your blood sugar: A separate study found that 44% of people worldwide are living with undiagnosed diabetes, according to new data analysis — with the figure higher among those under 35. Here’s what to look out for. [CNN]
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
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Epstein documents drop
House Democrats released a birthday letter to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein that was allegedly signed by Donald Trump. The White House quickly denied its authenticity. See the letter and read other takeaways. [ABC News/CNN]
Operation Midway Blitz
The Trump administration confirmed that it’s launching immigration raids in Chicago, hours after the Supreme Court allowed it to resume what some have called “indiscriminate” immigration stops in L.A. [Chicago Tribune/Los Angeles Times]
Real-life ‘Succession’ saga
After years of infighting, media mogul Rupert Murdoch’s children struck a deal to allow his son Lachlan to eventually control Fox Corporation and News Corp, while his siblings will walk away with major buyouts. [Hollywood Reporter]
CMA Awards nominations
Women were the frontrunners among the nominees for the Country Music Association Awards, released last night, with six nods each for stars Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley and Megan Moroney. The awards show will air on Nov. 19. [Variety]
An incredible turnaround
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy’s NFL debut got off to a rough start before he rebounded in the fourth quarter, leading his team to a comeback 27-24 victory over the Chicago Bears. Watch the highlights. [Yahoo Sports]
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY
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Now streaming
The first three episodes of Season 5 of Only Murders in the Building are now on Hulu. Could this be the end of the mystery comedy series? “You have to live season by season,” star Selena Gomez said. [USA Today]
On bookshelves
Charlie Sheen’s tell-all memoir, The Book of Sheen, and The Unexpected Journey, Emma Heming Willis’s book about caring for loved ones with dementia — written after husband Bruce Willis’s diagnosis — are now available. [AP/Yahoo Entertainment]
In Cupertino, Calif.
Apple is expected to reveal new iPhones and Apple Watches during its “awe dropping” event at 1 p.m. ET on YouTube. Here’s what to expect. [Yahoo Finance]
On the field
With the MLB postseason just around the corner, the Brewers — who are in line to be the first team to secure a spot — face the Rangers at 8:05 p.m. ET on the MLB app. [Yahoo Sports]
On the court
The Sparks, potentially without star Kelsey Plum, face the Mercury at 10 p.m. ET on WNBA League Pass. The matchup could determine whether the Sparks make the playoffs. [ClutchPoints]
And don’t forget to…
Read your daily horoscope. Play the crossword. Check the forecast in your area.
TODAY IN HISTORY
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In 2007, the New England Patriots were caught secretly recording the New York Jets’ coaching signals — a scandal that became known as Spygate and resulted in a $500,000 fine for head coach Bill Belichick. Read about four other scandals that rocked the NFL. [Sportsnaut]
FEEL-GOOD MOMENT
St. Louis Zoo
Dot and Samson, a pair of critically endangered Amur leopards at the St. Louis Zoo, recently welcomed a new litter of cubs. The zoo said that while mom and the cubs are thriving, it’ll be a few months before their first appearance. Take a look at them bonding. [People]
💡 P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: If you use a sleep tracker, experts say it’s better to check it weekly for bigger trends rather than day-to-day. [Time]
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