Daily Skimm: My shoes are scrapin' the sky

Skimm'd while shopping our readers' fave products July 7, 2022 [Read in browser]( [theSkimm Logo] Daily Skimm [Faves The most popular products of the year (so far)]( Skimm'd while [shopping our readers' fave products]( [daily skimm logo] “I don't want anybody whining” — [Director James Cameron]( on what he doesn’t want happening during the three-hour “Avatar" sequel. The audacity. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=We see you, “Avatar” sequel…but maybe not for three hours #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23qotd) Brexit Getty Images The Story Boris Johnson is expected to [step down](. What? The UK prime minister has been experiencing [scandal after scandal]( in recent months. The list includes everything from “[partygate](” (and surviving a no-confidence vote) to [corruption allegations]( to the latest: This week, Johnson’s team acknowledged that he knew about [sexual misconduct allegations]( against a fellow Conservative Party member before appointing him to a senior position. But the team says he “forgot” about it. Dozens of ministers have resigned since Tuesday. At first, Johnson resisted calls to step down. Now, he’s agreed to move aside. What happens next? Johnson’s set to formally announce his resignation later today. But he reportedly wants to stay on until the fall — something it’s not clear his party will allow. The news makes Johnson only the latest British prime minister who dipped out before a scheduled election, joining the company of former PMs [Theresa May]( and [David Cameron]( (among others). theSkimm It’s been a wild 48 hours at 10 Downing Street, when the wave of resignations first began. Now, the man most known for taking the UK out of the EU will be seeing himself out. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=UK PM Boris Johnson will resign after months of scandals #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23brexit) And Also...This Who people are keeping their eyes on… [Chrystul Kizer](. In a landmark ruling, the child sex abuse victim can argue in court that she’s immune from prosecution. In 2018, Kizer — who is Black — drove to her sex abuser’s house, shot him in the head, set his house on fire, and took off in his car. Prosecutors acknowledged that she was sexually abused by the white, 33-year-old trafficker. But they still charged her with arson and first-degree intentional homicide — which carries a mandatory life sentence. But yesterday, Wisconsin's Supreme Court said ‘hold on a minute.’ State law allows trafficking victims to defend themselves over crimes committed as a “direct result” of the trafficking. And yesterday, the court said she could defend herself on those grounds. Next: she has to convince a judge and jury that this was just that. - Ripple effect: More than 30 states have legal protections for sex trafficking victims. The protection reportedly often applies to prostitution charges...not homicide. But some state laws keep it broad — and many could take cues from this case and expand protections — or restrict them. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=Chrystul Kizer can make her case in court #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23aat-1-07-07-2022-kizer) What hasn’t gone away... [Omicron](. Subvariants of the COVID-19 variant — including the highly transmissible BA.5 — are pushing cases back to February levels, with rates in New York and California especially high. Some Omicron subvariants — including BA.5 — are resistant to vaccines and prior immunity. Meaning, that people who got the virus could still be at risk of reinfection. But there are two good pieces of news: yesterday, some pharmacists were cleared to prescribe [Paxlovid]( to those who qualify. Meanwhile, another trial showed that a cancer drug — [sabizabulin]( — could help cut death rates for COVID-19 patients by as much as half. If the FDA clears that drug for COVID-19 patients, those at the highest risk of death could have the drug administered in hospitals. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=Omicron subvariants are pushing cases to high levels #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2307-07-2022-thursday-aat-2-omicron) What’s ready for Prime time… [Grubhub](. The company is teaming up with Amazon to offer Prime members one year of free Grubhub+ membership. In other words: use your Prime account to sign up for Grubhub+ and the company will send free deliveries for a year. The news came as Amazon agreed to take a stake in Grubhub over the next few years. Homebodies rejoice. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=This new partnership is Prime…like the steak we’re about to order #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2307-07-2022-thursday-aat-3-amazon) Who’s behind bars… [Nipsey Hussle’s killer](. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=The suspect in Nipsey Hussle’s death is found guilty #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2307-07-2022-thursday-aat-4-nipsey) Who’s asking ‘is he proposing or is he just putting a medal around my neck’... The recipients of the [Presidential Medal of Freedom](. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=President Biden’s saying ‘you get a medal, you get a medal’ #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%2307-07-2022-thursday-aat-5-prez-medal) Skimm Tested We’ve been busy putting buzzy products to the test. And since we’re all about making our homes as comfy and clean as can be, we decided to dive a little deeper and try out three things that may seriously upgrade your space. Our results are in: - [Our official review of the Loftie alarm clock]( - [Why your floors absolutely need this Bissell vacuum]( - [How the Branch Daily chair will improve your WFH setup]( Skimm Picks Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life… 1. A sitewide sale you’re gonna want to text your friends about. Your breast friends, that is. [This brand](’s bras, undies, and bralettes are so comfy, you’ll forget you’re wearing ‘em. Plus their chic swimwear pairs nicely with that upcoming OOO message. [Snag 15% off](.* 2. 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After being on pause for over two years, her project, KIOO, is hosting its next workshop in Nepal. The org helps girls build self-confidence by teaching them photography who then teach the art to boys. (Some) Birthdays…Nancy Oelbaum (FL), Anja Sherry (FL), Lindsey Dorman (NY), Alexandra Loizzo-Desai (NJ), Ann Peters (PA), Ardina Colby (TX), Brianna Weiss (WI), Dervela O'Brien (NJ), Eleda Plouch (MI), Elise Englander (NY), Ilene Nedelman (TN), Julia Rettig (CA), Lauren Hoes (TX), Meghan Kaiser (CA), Paul Granger (VA), Sara Bonefas (IL), Sasha Wisotsky (CA), Shelby Crane (IA), Stephanie Spencer (CO) PS: Paging all members of theSkimm. Reach out [here]( for a chance to be featured. theSkimm Loyalty Program Design: theSkimm Don't miss out on the latest member-only discounts. We’re saying hello to self-care staples, gifts, and more — and goodbye to full prices. [Log in or join]( theSkimm Loyalty Program to get in on the savings. 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