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But first: not-boring work clothes for your in-office days — Check out what we Skimm’d for you today September 9, 2024 [Subscribe]( [Read in browser]( [daily_skimm] [Header Image]( But first: [not-boring work clothes for your in-office days]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Update location]( or [View forecast]( Good morning. [Grab your bingo cards](, debate week is upon us. VP Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will hit the stage tomorrow in their [first head-to-head matchup](. It could be a crucial moment for both candidates in what is an [extremely tight race]( (although the "Nostradamus" of US presidential elections has already predicted [who's going to win]() and as you likely expected, they have two [very different preparation styles](. Now let's get to the news... — Marina Carver / Senior Editor / Brooklyn, NY What's Happening [Apalachee High School memorial for victims] US News Are Parents Responsible? Prosecutors Charge Georgia School Shooter's Dad What's going on: Last week, Georgia prosecutors [arrested the father]( of the 14-year-old Apalachee High School shooting suspect on cruelty to children, manslaughter, and murder charges. Colin Gray, 54, is accused of giving his son access to firearms despite knowing he “was a threat to himself and others,” according to the arrest warrant. In May 2023, the [FBI investigated the minor]( after receiving a tip that he made online threats to attack a school. Officials questioned both the teen and his father, who said his son did not have “unfettered” access to firearms in the home. Law enforcement officials said on Christmas, Gray gifted his son the semi-automatic AR-15 that was used in last week’s shooting — killing four people and injuring nine others. The suspect’s mother, who has not been charged, said she [contacted the high school]( the morning of the shooting to warn them about an “extreme emergency” after receiving cryptic texts from her son. What it means: Prosecutors are starting to look at [parental accountability]( in the aftermath of school shootings. Earlier this year, the parents of a teenage school shooter in Michigan were [convicted on manslaughter charges]( — the first parents in the country to be tried and charged for their child’s actions in a mass shooting. In Colin Gray’s case, [The Washington Post]( reports police charged him within less than 36 hours after his son's attack. Meanwhile, this is all putting a spotlight on gun control laws. In Georgia, lawmakers considered [safe gun storage laws]( a couple of weeks before the shooting happened. But even after the attack, there is still no consensus in Georgia despite 26 states having a similar law in place. Related: [Nearly 50 People Have Been Killed in School Shootings in 2024]( (USA Today) Health The Doctor Will See You Now…Or in a Few Months What's going on: Need to see a doctor? It’s likely going to take some time. Patients across the country are [experiencing longer wait times]( to see their doctor as more people schedule health care visits post-pandemic, according to an [Axios-Ipsos survey](. It found that nearly one in five respondents said they had to wait over two months to see a primary care physician or specialist. Some patients have also had their primary care visit time cut in half. [Gothamist]( reported that NYC Health + Hospitals ordered PCPs to limit appointments to 20 minutes instead of 40 so they can take on more patients. Meanwhile, about 100 million Americans struggle to secure a PCP due to physical or financial barriers, according to a [recent estimate](. For those who get access, studies suggest that a negative experience makes patients less likely to return — an issue common among people of color who [often expect to experience discrimination]( during their visits. What it means: The US [spends more on health care than most countries](, and yet its medical system is facing a crisis with symptoms that aren’t letting up, putting the American public’s well-being at risk. [Clinical evidence]( shows that having a consistent primary care relationship can make a difference in patients’ health and longevity, but medical services have become inaccessible to many. It comes as fewer medical students are pursuing primary care, opting instead for [higher-paying specialties](. The Association of American Medical Colleges [projects a shortage]( of between 21,100 and 55,200 primary care doctors by 2032. Yikes. Related: [Manage To See Your Doctor But Got a Hefty Bill? It Could Pay to Challenge It]( (NBC News) Sports The Paralympics Come to a Historic Close What's going on: We’ll always have Paris. In a cosmic testament to our emotions about the 2024 Paralympic Games ending, it poured during [yesterday's closing ceremony]( (at least giving us the parting gift of these incredibly meme-able [umbrella](-[holders](). But mostly, the event paid tribute to the athletes who made history this year. There was Jodie Grinham of Great Britain, who became the first [pregnant person to earn a Paralympic medal](. We saw Taekwondo fighter Zakia Khudadad win bronze to become the first medalist for [the Refugee Paralympic Team](. We witnessed incredible athletic [feats in archery](, [wheelchair rugby](, and [blind football]( (aka soccer in the US). We also saw the sweetest [proposals](, and this [true power couple moment](. Plus, countless [other highlights]( for the reel. What it means: The Paralympic Games have come a long way since they started in 1948, when [a doctor working with injured World War II]( veterans organized a small competition for sixteen athletes using wheelchairs. Over time, the event grew and underwent several name changes before officially becoming the Paralympics. And this year, the Games were bigger than ever with a record 4,400 athletes from over 160 countries competing in 22 sports. Many say there’s still room for the Paralympics to be even more inclusive. Currently, [the classification system]( excludes [some people with disabilities from participating](. But as the event keeps expanding, we’ll see if any changes are made to include more athletes in the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. Related: [Why These Athletes With Disabilities Can’t Qualify for the Paralympics]( (PS) Quick Hits 🏈 While Tom Brady might’ve [fumbled his NFL broadcast debut](, Kendrick Lamar is [getting ready to take the field](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🥚 In not so eggs-ellent news, there’s an egg recall in [these states]( due to a salmonella outbreak. --------------------------------------------------------------- 😴 “[Sleepmaxxers](” are doing the most for the perfect night of Zzz's. The stuff of nightmares or absolute genius? --------------------------------------------------------------- 🥐 [This croissant lamp]( is sparking conversations about the horrors of ordering online. Yep, the internet is flaky. --------------------------------------------------------------- ⛴️ The hottest NYFW ticket? The one for [Pete Davidson and Colin Jost’s Staten Island Ferry](. Thing To Know [Together with]( [climate power]( Nearly 4.5 million That’s how many gallons of oil, fuel, and harmful substances were spilled into the environment between 2017 and 2020. Meet [Climate Power](, an org fighting for affordable, accessible renewable energy across America. They highlight the benefits of clean energy including the thousands of new jobs created, lower energy bills, reduced pollution, and healthier communities. They also educate others about other effects of climate change and provide opportunities for people to get involved from the comfort of their home. [Join the climate fight](. Fashion You’ll Actually Wear Week [fashion you'll actually wear the work edit]( Welcome to [Fashion You’ll Actually Wear Week](, our annual event that makes getting dressed in the mornings a little easier (and, dare we say, fun). We’re kicking things off with the age-old question: Where are all the good work clothes? Sorry to the pumps and slacks of workplaces past, but these outfits for the office, interviews, and commuting are actually cool. Check out: - [Foolproof basics for different office dress codes]( - [What to wear to in your chronically freezing office]( - [The best, comfiest commuting shoes]( Skimm Picks Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life… Intensify your intimacy with [this doctor-recommended vibrator]( that’s clinically proven to heighten arousal and alleviate dryness — thanks to its ultra-flexible shape that hits all the right spots. [Here’s 30% off](.* --------------------------------------------------------------- Fall into a routine that includes prioritizing your mental health with [this quiz]( that’ll match you with a therapist in as little as 24 hours. Skimm’rs [get 25% off](, btw.* --------------------------------------------------------------- Stumped on what to wear to your next interview? 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