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But we always want to keep you informed, so we’re bringing you three things to know to start your day, plus recommendations for what to read, eat, watch, and follow in honor of today’s holiday. — theSkimm editors [know] - Yesterday, the Biden administration [announced a new policy]( to offer legal status and protections for some undocumented spouses of US citizens — shielding about 500,000 immigrants from deportation, according to officials. Experts say the move, which could provide a pathway to citizenship and legal work status in the US, is one of the most significant actions to protect immigrants in over a decade. Though, immigration advocates warn that the program is likely to face legal challenges. - In a “[monumental step forward](” for LGBTQIA+ rights, Thailand’s Senate overwhelmingly passed a landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriage. The bill still requires the king’s endorsement to become law, which he is widely expected to give, making Thailand the country the first in Southeast Asia to recognize marriage equality. - Justin Timberlake was [released from police custody]( in Sag Harbor, NY, after he was arraigned on charges of driving while intoxicated. Police arrested Timberlake — who allegedly “[had one martini](” — early Tuesday morning, when he reportedly ran a stop sign, failed to stay in his lane, and “performed poorly” on field sobriety tests. Now, the pop singer’s summer tour may include an extra pit stop — to the courtroom, that is — on July 26 for a hearing. [READ: “One of Our Kind” by Nicola Yoon ] “One of Our Kind” by Nicola Yoon theSkimm When Jasmyn and King Williams move their family to Liberty, CA — a beautiful, all-Black gated community — it seems too good to be true. They’re surrounded by like-minded, socially aware people, great schools, and statues of influential Black figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. There’s even an upscale wellness center at the heart of the community. But when a terrifying secret is revealed, Jasmyn realizes Liberty may not be the idyllic world she thought it would be. Part thriller and part Jordan Peele horror film, Nicola Yoon’s “[One of Our Kind](” will have you on the edge of your seat until you turn the last page. We asked Yoon a few questions. Here’s what she had to say… Q: What’s the one place everyone needs to visit? Yoon: The Scottish Highlands. It’s otherworldly beautiful. Also, there are more sheep than people. Q: What’s your favorite unapologetic indulgence? Yoon: Fancy tea sets. It’s fair to say that I watch “Bridgerton” primarily for the tea sets. Q: What’s one recipe everyone should make? Yoon: [Nestlé Toll House’s Original Chocolate Chip Cookies](. Before baking, sprinkle some flaky sea salt on top. It looks beautiful, seems fancier than it is, and tastes absolutely delicious. [EAT: Peach Cobbler Pound Cake] This Peach Cobbler Pound Cake Might Ruin All Other Cakes for You theSkimm While every Juneteenth celebration looks a little different, most share one common thread: an abundance of delicious food. For Jocelyn Delk Adams, creator of [Grandbaby Cakes](, no feast is complete without her [Peach Cobbler Pound Cake](. Rich, buttery, and oozing with juicy peach filling, this decadent dessert is inspired by the cobbler her grandmother — “Big Mama” — makes. “Whenever I think back to those days in Winona, Mississippi, the enticing aroma would waft from her kitchen,” says Adams. “I wanted to create a recipe that reminded me of those nostalgic moments [and] wonderful summer flavors but in my fave pound cake vehicle.” The Time Commitment: Don’t be intimidated by the total cooking time, which is three hours and 10 minutes. Just 35 minutes is active prep work. The rest is baking and cooling time — which requires little to no attention. Key Tips: Ran out of sour cream? No problem. Milk or plain Greek yogurt will keep the cake just as moist, according to Adams. And if you’re worried about this cake being a touch too sweet, she says you can skip the glaze entirely: “I promise you, the cake stands tall on its own.” Other Takes: Now that you’ve got dessert covered, Adams also recommends her [Rib Tips](, her mother’s [Baked Beans](, and her cousin Johnnie Mae’s [Southern Potato Salad]( as excellent additions to any Juneteenth menu. You might also consider [Black-Eyed Pea Bruschetta](, [Watermelon and Tomato Salad with Hibiscus Gastrique](, or one of these [58 other Juneteenth-inspired dishes](. Not to mention, this no-machine-necessary [Fresh Strawberry Soda]( is so refreshing, it just might become your go-to drink for the rest of the summer. You’ll thank us later. 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