8.17.2024

It's easy to forget that our sweat isn't just water. But why is it that we only down a glass of water after a long run or a hot day? Our sweat consists of water and salt, so next time you're reaching for that glass of water ... remember to replenish electrolytes too.

After years of mixing his own homemade electrolyte blends and frustration with the lack of healthy options on the market, LMNT Co-founder Robb Wolf used his experience as a biochemist and Navy SEAL resiliency committee member to create his own product—and thus was born LMNT. With no sugar, artificial ingredients, or junk found in conventional sports drinks, LMNT is your chance for a clean electrolyte boost after a long day or intense workout. And even if you’re not an athlete, you’d be surprised how useful LMNT can be. It tastes great, which makes it the perfect cocktail mixer—or hangover cure. Plus, their popular, once-seasonal grapefruit flavor is now a mainstay and in all their sample packs! Get it while supplies last.

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Hurricane Ernesto poised to hit Bermuda today.

Ernesto—a Category 2 hurricane as of this writing—is expected to pass over or near the British island of Bermuda and bring as much as 15 inches of rain. In Puerto Rico, over 250,000 homes remain without power, and over 170,000 homes remain without running water after Ernesto passed by the US territory late Tuesday. Ernesto is on track to brush parts of Newfoundland, Canada, by Monday. 

Vice President Kamala Harris unveils economic proposals.

The Democratic presidential nominee released her plans Friday while giving a speech in North Carolina, a key battleground state. Harris' plans include calling for the construction of 3 million new housing units and a $40B fund to help local housing initiatives, expanding the child tax credit to $6K, and limiting taxes on tips. See all details of her economic proposals here.

Thailand elects its youngest prime minister.

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, was elected as the country's head two days after Thailand’s Constitutional Court removed former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office. The court dismissed Srettha for an ethics violation in appointing a cabinet member who had been jailed over an alleged bribery attempt. Shinawatra is the daughter of billionaire and former Prime Minister Thaksin, who led Thailand from 2001-06. Her aunt, Yingluck, also served as prime minister from 2011-14. 

Wanted Peruvian gang leader arrested in the US.

Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, who is wanted for the murder of 23 people in Peru, was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in New York. The 38-year-old Torres-Navarro is believed to be the leader of Peruvian gang "Los Killers." He entered the US illegally through the Texas-Mexico border in May and was awaiting immigration proceedings; US authorities were informed in July that Torres-Navarro was wanted in Peru. 

Eugene Levy and Dan Levy to host 2024 Emmy Awards.

The two will make history as the first father-and-son duo to cohost an awards show when the 76th Emmy Awards air Sept. 15 (8 pm ET, ABC). The two Canadians are best known for starring in and cocreating "Schitt's Creek," which broke Emmy Award records in 2020 after winning nine trophies and becoming the first comedy to sweep the four main comedy acting categories.  

Jack Russell, former Great White singer, dies at 63.

The singer, who led the 1980s rock band, died from Lewy body dementia (see 101) and multiple system atrophy (see 101) earlier this month, according to a Thursday night announcement. Russell previously had survived a fatal fire in 2003 at a nightclub in Rhode Island where the band was performing. The band’s pyrotechnics ignited the blaze, which killed 100 people, including Great White guitarist Ty Longley.

In partnership with LiquidPiston

Automotive giants (Toyota, BMW, Ford) are shifting their focus toward hydrogen-powered vehicles as a clean energy alternative. This is great for LiquidPiston, whose engines have the capability to burn low/no-carbon fuels like hydrogen.

LiquidPiston’s engines’ ability to effectively use heavy fuels has helped them secure $65M+ in US government and DoD contracts–and the company turned a profit in their last reporting period.

Due to overwhelming demand from their last funding round, the company is reopening an investment opportunity for a limited time.*

Today, we're sharing a story from reader Sarah G. in Omaha, Nebraska.

"We had an unexpected and devastating storm here. More than 200,000 people without power and widespread damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure. I will try to keep the acts of kindness I saw brief, for it was too many to list. Mutual aid utility workers came from all over to help restore power. In our case, it took 6 days and a dozen workers in dangerous conditions. The night of the storm, almost every house on our street had a tree or pole down, one blocking the whole street."

"Our neighbors were out in droves—many I had never met before—working together to clear the road. Neighbors that had minimal or no damage were out chopping up trees for other neighbors. People with power opened their homes to those without. It was the most wonderful feeling of community I have ever experienced, and has reminded and inspired me with the awesome power of kindness."

What act(s) of kindness did you experience this week? Tell us here.