Hi! Welcome to Tuesday, the ultimate underdog! Sure, it’s not Friday, but hey, it’s not Monday either. Think of today as your golden hour to conquer all those to-dos like a boss.
But before we start, here’s a lil task for you:
📌 Compliment someone today. A colleague, a friend, or even the barista who gets your coffee order just right
Now, let’s get started…
Wow, now you can cheat guilt-free?
Adultery is no longer a crime in New York! Governor Kathy Hochul just signed a bill to repeal a law that had been around for over 100 years. This law, which classified cheating as a class B misdemeanor, could send people to jail for up to 90 days. But Hochul called it “silly” and “outdated,” saying that personal matters like this should be dealt with privately, not by the criminal justice system.
BTW, you’ll be SHOCKED to know about this professor’s hypocrisy
Here’s a strange story: Jeff Hancock, a top professor at Stanford, got into trouble for using a fake study while testifying about a law to stop AI-generated misinformation in elections. The study he cited, supposedly about deepfakes, doesn’t actually exist. It looks like it was created by AI, possibly from a tool like ChatGPT. The plaintiffs in the case pointed this out, casting doubt on Hancock’s entire expert opinion.
It’s an ironic situation since Hancock was supporting a law meant to protect elections from deepfake content.
You need to learn from Nicole Kidman's unusual marriage rule
So, here’s something I found super interesting about Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s relationship. They’ve been married for nearly two decades, and they’ve got this one rule that might surprise you: no texting.
Yep, you heard that right. Kidman shared in a podcast that she’s just not a fan of texting - she finds it can lead to misunderstandings, and honestly, who hasn’t read a text and wondered, “What do they mean by that?”
Instead, they’ve agreed that if they want to reach each other, they’ll pick up the phone and call. No quick replies, no mixed messages - just genuine, voice-to-voice connection. She believes it’s helped keep their communication clear and their bond strong.
Are you open to having 12 children?
Elon Musk has recently been advocating for "extreme breeding" and encouraging Americans to have more children. Yes, you read that right. Musk, who has 12 kids, is encouraging more people to have children to combat what he sees as the “underpopulation crisis.” In fact, he’s gone as far as saying that a declining birth rate is the biggest threat to civilization.
While he’s clearly practicing what he preaches, having fathered 12 children with three different women, Musk's personal life has sparked controversy, too. His estranged relationship with his transgender daughter Vivian, who legally changed her name to Wilson, has been a topic of discussion.
Now, about something that’s trending
This holiday season, Bogg Bag is dropping a new design you’re going to want on your wish list - think red and white bullseye vibes! Starting December 8, these iconic perforated totes will be available in Target stores nationwide. With over 1,900 locations carrying them, Bogg Bag is on track to sell 75,000 bags in just the first two months.
Lastly, in America, you gotta follow these rules if you want to watch a movie
While most people agree that loud talking and spoilers are totally unacceptable, opinions on texting and PDA (public displays of affection) are split. Whispering during a movie? Totally fine. But speaking at a normal volume? Not so much.
When it comes to theater rules, most folks are all for banning phones (78%) and requiring kids under 18 to be with an adult (60%). But banning kids under 6? That's a bit more controversial. People also feel strongly about sneaky behaviors like sneaking in food (63%) or walking out mid-movie (40%).
As for movie snacks, it's no surprise that popcorn is the favorite (74%), followed by M&Ms and nachos.
So, that’s it for today. Let’s meet again tomorrow👋