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Stormy Daniels testifies
Stormy Daniels, leading adult film actress donald trumpThe witness took the stand yesterday in the hush money trial.
Mr Daniels said: She testified in sometimes graphic detail about her first meeting with Trump in 2006 and payments allegedly made by Trump's lawyers before the 2016 election. [AP]
Intense cross-examination: Mr. Trump's lawyers have accused Mr. Daniels of using allegations of extramarital affairs to extort money from Mr. Trump during the 2016 campaign, a charge he denies. Their questioning will continue when the trial resumes on Thursday. [Yahoo News]
In case you missed it
🏀 NBA fines Murray
NBA Nuggets player fined jamal murray He received $100,000 after he threw a heat pack and towel on the court during Monday's playoff game against the Timberwolves. He won't be suspended. [Yahoo Sports]
🌧️ severe storm in the midwest
More than 14 million people in the Midwest are under tornado watches, including Michigan, where Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency in four counties yesterday. [CNN]
🌍 US bombing of Israel
Biden administration officials said the United States had suspended bomb shipments to Israel over concerns that the weapon could be used in Rafah, where many Palestinians have fled. [Reuters]
📱 TikTok files lawsuit
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have filed a lawsuit against the federal government, claiming that the recent ban on TikTok violates the First Amendment rights of TikTok's 170 million U.S. users. [Yahoo Finance]
📺 Reba's new sitcom
NBC greenlights Reba McEntire's new sitcom Happy's Place. A woman who takes over her father's restaurant discovers that her new business partner is her own half-sister. [Hollywood Reporter]
What happened today
📺 New sci-fi series dark matteris based on the best-selling book by Blake Crouch and premiered on Apple TV+. [IndieWire]
🎬 1970 Beatles Movie let it be is on Disney+. Now available for viewing for the first time in 50 years. [People]
🏒 In the NHL Playoffs, the Bruins and Panthers will play Game 2 of the series at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN. [AP]
🏀 In the NBA Playoffs, the Pacers face another injured player, the Knicks, at 8pm ET (TNT). [USA Today]
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today in history
In 1887, the first Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show began. Here are 16 dog breeds that have never won the top prize. [Insider]
three questions
…about last minute mother's day gift
Mother's Day is approaching on Sunday. If you still need to buy a gift, Anthony consulted our resident gift expert Amanda Garrity to find out what to buy.
Anthony: What should I order today if I want it delivered in time for Mother's Day?
Amanda: Popular items on Amazon and Walmart, such as small electronics and jewelry, can sell out, so you'll want to grab them last minute. While you're at it, order her some flowers!
Anthony: Speaking of flowers, where can I order them now?
Amanda: Depending on where you live, 1-800-Fflowers and Teleflora may offer same-day delivery. Please note that many flower delivery services do not deliver on Mother's Day.
Anthony: What gifts can you buy at a local retailer on your way to brunch with your mom?
Amanda: I always say that handwritten cards are very effective. Pair it with a few face masks and her favorite snacks for an easy (yet thoughtful) self-care gift.
Looking for the perfect gift on a budget? Check out Amanda's picks.
pleasant moment
Roger Wanson recently celebrated his 100th birthday by playing drums for his band Current Voltage at a nursing home in Massachusetts. This centenarian has this advice for those younger than him: “Don't wait until you're older to live your life and do what you love.” [People]
Have a great day! see you tomorrow!
💡 PS Before I leave, please give me some daily advice. If you're feeling anxious, try the 5-4-3-2-1 method to ground yourself. [Yahoo Life]
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