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[theSkimm Logo] Daily Skimm [Header Image]( [Together with]( [FX Kindred]( Skimmâd while [getting lost in a new show]( âYou were sort of the instigatorâ â [Jennifer Coolidge](, crediting Ariana Grande for relaunching her career by putting her in a music video. Thank Uâ¦next project, please. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=Jennifer Coolidge has always been in #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) Top Story That Real Big Energy The Story Forget the Department of Energy. Itâs the [Dept of Big Nuclear Fusion Energy]( today. What is this about? Nuclear fusion. Today, the head of DOE is expected to announce a âmajor scientific breakthrough.â Letâs take it back: Nuclear power plants work by [splitting]( atoms like uranium and releasing massive amounts of energy. But for decades, scientists have been trying to get energy from the flipside: merging atoms together. The sun and stars do it all the time and release a ton of energy, no problem. But itâs been harder for humans to make it happenâ¦until now. Whatâs the latest? This week, it was revealed that a federal lab in California has managed to reach [ignition](: doing nuclear fusionâ¦and releasing an amount of net energy in the process. It apparently did this by shooting almost 200 lasers at a capsule containing hydrogen atoms until they formed heliumâ¦and gave off more of the energy (reportedly 1.2 times) than it took to set this all up. Big win. For who exactly? Climate scientists. There are a few problems with nuclear power plantsâ¦like [radioactive waste]( and the fear of a [nuclear disaster](. Now, this update brings the world one (potentially big) step closer to a scalable energy-harnessing process that doesnât release greenhouse gasses. But there are two problems: timing and cost. Actually getting from this announcement to a point where we can harness cheap, fusion energy could take decadesâ¦and hundreds of billions of dollars. Thatâs not going to cut it for the UNâs goals of keeping warming below 1.5 degrees Celsiusâ¦which we are [failing at](. theSkimm This week marks a potentially big milestone in getting to a world with a clean energy option. Weâre not there yetâ¦but if the DOE pulls through, nuclear fusion is more than just a fantasy. Related Stories: - [What Does It Mean To Be Energy Independent?]( - [Watch: Fusion Power Explained]( [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=Researchers mightâve reached a nuclear breakthrough #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) And Also...This Whoâs been arrested⦠[Sam Bankman-Fried](. Yesterday, the disgraced FTX founder was arrested in the Bahamas after US prosecutors filed criminal charges against him. The move comes after SBF went on an [apology tour]( to address FTXâs collapse last month. SBF has said, he "screwed up." But has not been able to answer questions on the problematic links between FTX and its sister firm, Alameda (which SBF also founded). NY prosecutors are reportedly investigating Bankman-Fried for fraud. Now, the US will be requesting SBF's extradition (which could take weeks). But all this comes as SBF was scheduled to testify in front of a House financial committee today over what the FTX happened. The committee said it would continue the hearing with or without him. --------------------------------------------------------------- Whatâs one reason to be concerned about the [tripledemic](... [POTS](. Yesterday, researchers published a study confirming a link between COVID-19 and postural tachycardia syndrome â a debilitating heart condition that mostly affects women between the ages of 15-50. The condition often leads to a rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, fainting, and lightheadedness. Now, a new study â made up of more than 280,000 people â found that those whoâd gotten COVID were more than five times as likely to develop POTS than if they had gotten vaccinated. But that wasnât all: they found that getting mRNA vaccines also raised the risk of POTS over the general population. Itâs not clear why this is happening. In the case of the vaccine, researchers think the bodyâs immune response could play a role. But given the much higher prevalence of POTS in the COVID-infected group, authors said vaccination is still âthe best wayâ to reduce the risk of POTS. --------------------------------------------------------------- Whoâs over student debt⦠[BLM](. Yesterday, the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation announced its new student loan relief fund plans. Nearly [90% of Black students]( have to take out a loan in order to attend college. And with President Bidenâs [student loan forgiveness plan]( in the [Supreme Courtâs hands]( now, BLM is stepping in. The foundation opened up the application and will announce recipients in January â awarding up to $4,500 to help people pay down their debt. The relief is meant for those with bachelor's degrees or those whoâve dropped out with student debt. Foundation members say the goal is to remove the burden from borrowers instead of âsit around and waitâ for the gov to provide relief. But this move has apparently revived criticism over how the org spends the millions it received in donations. Earlier this year, a tax filing showed it had nearly [$42 million]( in assets. --------------------------------------------------------------- Where you can still have âLet's Get It Onâ on replay⦠[Bali](. Yesterday, Baliâs governor said its law banning sex outside of marriage wonât affect touristsâ¦or their well-spent dollars. It comes after many feared the conservative law would rub visitors the wrong way. Tourists, rejoice (responsibly). --------------------------------------------------------------- Whoâs shipping off⦠[Jin](. Today, the BTS star will be starting his mandatory military service in South Korea. As the oldest member of the boy band, heâs the first to join. Other members will be joining soon, and the group isnât expected to reunite âtil 2025 after they complete their service. --------------------------------------------------------------- While Taylor Swift [shook it off]( and [picked up a camera](⦠[The Golden Globes dropped some noms](. --------------------------------------------------------------- Whoâs giving us âThe Crownâ spoilers⦠[Harry and Meghan](. --------------------------------------------------------------- What weâre all worried about now... [Dog flu](. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=SBF's been arrested. The tripledmic has us worried about POTS. And Harry and Meghan are giving us more deets #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) GLOWING, GLOWING, GONE [Together with]([thrive causemetics]( 2023 is a few weeks away. Meaning your cal is probably filled with holiday gatherings, EOY parties, and other excuses to get glam. But donât get your tinsel in a tangle. [Thrive Causemetics]( has everything you need to look and feel your best. And itâs all clean, 100% vegan, and cruelty-free. Think: - [Mascara thatâll have you racking up compliments ($25)](. It makes lashes look so long and luscious, your friends will swear youâre wearing extensions. - [A highlighting stick for the perfect sparkle in your eye ($25)](. One swipe of this creamy color brightener to the corner of your eyes = instant glow. - [A tinted brow gel that sculpts and sets ($24)](. Next stop: naturally defined, fuller-looking brows that stay in place. The best part? [Skimmârs get an exclusive 15% off](. Skimm Tested Ever wonder what products are really, really worth it? Our series [Skimm Tested]( â where we try out and review items so you know what to add to cart â aims to answer that Q. Check out: - [Cozy Earth, and why weâre totally obsessed with the brand]( - [A handheld iron thatâs perfect for anyone who hates ironing]( Skimm Picks Here are todayâs recs to help you live a smarter life⦠1. A new show worth canceling your plans for. Grab the popcorn. Because every episode of [FXâs âKindredâ]( (based on Octavia E. Butlerâs critically acclaimed novel) are fiiiinally available on Hulu. Itâs got time travel, romance, and a plot that keeps ya guessing. [Start streaming](.* 2. Wow-worthy jewelry for all your giftees. [This brand](âs essentials are made with high-quality materials, like 14K solid gold, natural gemstones, and responsibly sourced diamonds. And their curated guides make it easy to find something shiny for everyone on your list â fast. [Shop to it](.* 3. 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And one of her designs was selected to be featured in the Australian quilting magazine, âMake Modern.â (Some) Birthdaysâ¦Elizabeth Gregory (NJ), Taylor McCall-Mazza (CT), Cidnye Weimer (OH), Caroline Read (TX), Coley Wogsland (ND), Carrie Johnson (PA), Genevieve Parshley (NC), Elizabeth Spencer (GA), Tammy Renzi (CA), Pauline Minas (KY), Becky Balistreri (WI), Amanda Meigs (TX), Carol Harper (OH), Lauren Marie Paciullo (NY), Dania Borrero (FL) PS: Paging all members of theSkimm. Reach out [here]( for a chance to be featured. Skimm'd by: Rashaan Ayesh, Melanie De Lima, Julie Shain, and Mariza Smajlaj Design: theSkimm | Photos: Getty Images *PS: This is a sponsored post.
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