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Pro racing driver Bianca Bustamente on mental health amid the money challenges and safety risks of the sport.

Pro Race Driver Bianca Bustamante on Overcoming the “Mind Games” of the Track

Soccer star Tierna Davidson on maintaining an elite mindset and managing self-doubt.


How USWNT Star Tierna Davidson Trains Her Mind for the Biggest Stage in Soccer

Rose McDermott, a political scientist at Brown University, weighs in on presidential age limits, saying "part of the reason the founders of the Constitution didn’t have an upper age limit is that nobody lived long [enough]."

Let's Unpack This: Should There Be Limits For Presidential Candidates?

theSkimm checked in with Caroline Polisi, legal analyst and lecturer in law at Columbia Law School, to break down the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity. Here’s what she had to say...

Let's Unpack This: What the Supreme Court’s Ruling on Presidential Immunity Means

Paging all Skimm'rs. Ahead of November 5 (that's Election Day), we'll be asking for your take on the state of US politics. Weigh in and Tell Us right here. 

Skimm the Vote 2024

The US is the only developed country in the world that doesn’t offer national paid family leave. We Skimm’d what the hold up is and how it’s impacting families. 

Paid Family Leave: Why the US Falls Behind

The war between Israel and Hamas is an escalation of decades of conflict. It’s important to know the terms and historical background to understand this conflict in full. Here are the terms you’ll likely see the most.

What Is the Gaza Strip? And Other Israel-Hamas War Terms, Explained

Check out what's going on with Trump's Arraignment, Wisconsin and "Barbie" in your Daily Skimm. 

Daily Skimm: Trump's Arraignment, Wisconsin and "Barbie"

Check out what's going on with Wisconsin, Trump's arraignment, and "60 Minutes" in your Daily Skimm. 

Daily Skimm: Wisconsin, Trump's Arraignment, and "60 Minutes"  

Check out what's going on with abortion trafficking, Saudi Arabia, and Drake in your Daily Skimm. 

Daily Skimm: Abortion Trafficking, Saudi Arabia, and Drake 

Check out what's going on with women in baseball and National Poetry Month in your Daily Skimm Weekend. 

Daily Skimm Weekend: Women in Baseball and National Poetry Month

Check out what's going on with President Trump, health care, and Gwyneth Paltrow in your Daily Skimm. 

Daily Skimm: President Trump, Health Care, and Gwyneth Paltrow

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Daily Skimm: Artificial Intelligence, Kentucky, and Pope Francis

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Daily Skimm: Adnan Syed, Mexico, and Bad Bunny

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Daily Skimm: Nashville, commercial spyware, and planets aligning

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Daily Skimm: Tornadoes, SVB, and One Direction

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Women in Space and Cherry Blossoms

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Daily Skimm: UTIs, Utah, and "Bridgerton"

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Daily Skimm: LGBTQIA+, Moderna, and Jack Daniel’s

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Daily Skimm: Deepfakes on TikTok, Birth Control, and Lionel Messi

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Daily Skimm: Trump, Los Angeles Schools, and Vanderpump Rules

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Daily Skimm: Florida, Credit Suisse, and Berries

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Women in Politics and Novel Vacations

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Daily Skimm: Fort Hood, France, and The Cheese Tax

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Daily Skimm: State of the Economy, Eric Garcetti, and Miami's Last Call

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Daily Skimm: Abortion, Malawi, and Ted Lasso

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Daily Skimm: SVB, The Willow Project, and Lunchables

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Daily Skimm: SVB, The Oscars, and Sammi

Check out what's going on with Women in Tech and Oscars in your Daily Skimm Weekend.

Daily Skimm Weekend: Girls Who Code and Oscars

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Daily Skimm: COVID-19, Germany, and Fruit Roll-Ups

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Daily Skimm: Policing, Michigan, and Lilibet

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Daily Skimm: Abortion, Medicare, and Vegan Reese’s 

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Daily Skimm: Jan 6 investigation, Twitter, and Argentina

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Holiday Blues, Long Reads, and 2023 Goals

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Grant Wahl, AI, and Holiday Parties

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Daily Skimm Weekend: US v. Netherlands and Holiday Gifting

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Daily Skimm: Neuralink, Student Loans, and Pantone

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Daily Skimm Weekend: CEOs and Thanksgiving Leftovers

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Daily Skimm Weekend: World Cup, Thanksgiving Prep, and Long Reads

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Daily Skimm Weekend: The Gen Z Wave, Election Stress

Check out what's going on with the VA, advocates, and culture picks in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: Veterans Day

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Daily Skimm: Elections, Brittney Griner, and Vogue

For the first time in its history, the VA’s offering abortion services to some veterans — despite state bans. That’s a big move, but female vets say there's still more work to be done.

Veterans on the VA Offering Abortion Services: ‘It Is a Huge Step Forward’

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Voter Intimidation, Cookbooks, and Daylight Saving Time

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Daily Skimm: Ethiopia, Interest Rates, and Twitter

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Elon Musk's Twitter and Prepping for Halloween

Check out what's going on with TikTok, Sober October, and early voting in your Daily Skimm Weekend.

Daily Skimm Weekend: TikTok, Sober October, and Early Voting

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

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Daily Skimm: Indigenous Peoples’ Day

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Daily Skimm Weekend: Midterms Countdown and Fall

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Daily Skimm: OPEC+, DACA, and Anna Sorokin

Check out what's going on with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Russia-Ukraine war in your Daily Skimm Weekend.

Daily Skimm Weekend: Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Russia-Ukraine

Daily Skimm Weekend: Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Russia-Ukraine (1)

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Daily Skimm: Chess, Hurricane Ian, and The Try Guys

Check out what's going on with Puerto Rico, Arizona's abortion ban, and long reads in your Daily Skimm Weekend.

Daily Skimm Weekend: Puerto Rico, Arizona's Abortion Ban, and Long Reads

Latinx voters are diverse and their viewpoints could help shape what happens come November. Here’s what you need to know about the second-largest voting bloc in the country.

How Latinx Voters Could Influence The 2022 Midterms

Planned Parenthood of Illinois is seeing a rise in the number of out-of-state patients. One abortion provider shares her experience helping them. 

‘The Post-Roe Universe Is Worse’: An Illinois Abortion Provider On The Impact of Roe v. Wade’s Reversal

Hillary and Chelsea Clinton are putting a spotlight on brave and bold women. We spoke to one of the women featured in the series about why it’s coming at the perfect time.

‘Gutsy’ Docuseries Shines a Light on Brave, Strong Women

Andrea Gallegos has seen abortion restrictions chip away at reproductive health care in the South. But the reversal of Roe v. Wade meant closing two abortion clinics in the region for good. And moving services to states where abortion’s still legal. 

'Geography is Now a Privilege': An Abortion Provider on Life Post-Roe

Check out what's going on with Pakistan, Ukraine, and PSL Season in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: Pakistan, Ukraine, and PSL Season

A new docuseries is diving into the abuse allegations against the embattled actor. And exposing the Hammer family’s legacy of “dark, twisted secrets.” 

‘House of Hammer’ Doc Gives Alleged Victims A Voice, Dives Into Family’s ‘Dark Secrets’

We’re looking back at some of the president’s key promises from the campaign trail. And where he stands with them today.

Is President Biden Staying True to His Campaign Promises? Here’s What Progress He Has (And Hasn’t) Made

Demi Lovato’s latest single has women sharing their relationship experience with older men on social media. And sparking a larger conversation about grooming.

Demi Lovato’s New Song Sparks Conversations About Grooming

Check out what's going on with quiet quitting, primaries, and Finland in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: Quiet Quitting, Primaries, and Finland

Russia’s invasion in Ukraine has destroyed entire communities, torn families apart, and changed lives. But a new book’s putting a spotlight on Ukrainians’ fight for freedom. We spoke to five photojournalists featured in the book.

5 Photojournalists On The Russia-Ukraine War: ‘People Shouldn't Look Away’

Catch that office break now because we’re breaking down the latest trends that are making waves at work and on social media.

Meet The New Workplace Trends, From Boomerang Employees to Quiet Quitting

Former President Trump’s potential mishandling of gov docs has everyone talking about the Espionage Act. From the FBI to lawmakers who want to repeal it. Here’s what you need to know about the law.

Former President Trump Is Being Investigated Under The Espionage Act. Here’s What That Means.

Check out what's going on with tampons, Kenya, and Viola Davis in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: Tampons, Kenya, and Viola Davis

As kids get ready to go back to school, state officials are scrambling to get teachers into classrooms. Here’s why. 

How The Teacher Shortage Could Impact Your Child's Education

The former Nickelodeon star is opening up about her mother’s abuse and experience as a child actor in a new memoir. Here’s a closer look at “I’m Glad My Mom Died” and why it has people talking. 

Why Former Child Star Jennette McCurdy’s Memoir Is Making Headlines

Check out what's going on with the Inflation Reduction Act, Israel and Gaza, and Brewery probs in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: Inflation Reduction Act, Israel and Gaza, and Brewery probs

ICYMI, #RushTok has returned to TikTok. And for many fans, it’s season 2 of the mini docuseries they didn’t know they needed. Here’s why it’s all over your feed. And the larger questions it's raising about diversity and inclusivity. 

#RushTok Is Back. Here’s Everything You Need To Know.

Titanium dioxide is in many foods you eat and everyday products you use. Now, a number of TikTok videos are spotlighting how the ingredient is used in tampons. Leaving many to ask: Am I safe? Here’s what experts say. 

TikTok Is Raising Alarms About Titanium Dioxide In Tampons and Food. Should You Be Concerned?

Selena Quintanilla’s family is honoring her with a new album. Here’s why some people aren’t loving the idea. 

Selena Quintanilla’s New Album Features Digitally Altered Vocals. Here's Why It's Getting Mixed Reviews.

One of Beyoncé’s new songs is falling flat with disability advocates. Here’s why the superstar’s making changes.

Beyoncé’s ‘Heated’ Is Facing Backlash. Why It Isn’t Music To Everyone’s Ears. 

Queen Bey’s "Renaissance" is officially out. Here’s what you need to know to get in formation.

Get In Formation. Beyoncé’s Giving Us A ‘Renaissance.’

ICYMI, the American West has been living under drought conditions for the past 22 years. And this year is breaking records with heat waves and wildfires. Here’s how it impacts your life.

The US Is Feeling the Heat. What Droughts, Heat Waves, And Wildfires Have To Do With It. 

It’s been more than a year since the Jan. 6 attack. But a series of televised hearings are shedding light on what led up to the violence. If you haven’t had time to tune in, here's what you need to know. 

Key Takeaways From The Jan. 6 Hearings If You Haven’t Had Time To Watch

Indiana’s considering a near-total ban on abortion. VP Kamala Harris spoke to theSkimm about what that means for abortion rights across the US — and for the upcoming midterms.

Indiana’s Considering A Near-Total Abortion Ban. Here’s Why VP Kamala Harris Says It’s Part Of A Larger ‘Health Care Crisis.’

Check out what's going on with abortion doulas, doombingeing, and pointless goals in your Daily Skimm Weekend.

Daily Skimm Weekend: Abortion Doulas, Doombingeing, Pointless Goals

Calling all “Insecure” fans: Issa Rae’s back with a new show. Here’s how “Rap Sh!t” is tackling stereotypes in the music biz all while delivering laughs. 

Issa Rae’s Back With A New Show. Here’s Why You Won’t Want To Miss ‘Rap Sh!t.’ 

For years, abortion doulas have helped people navigate a procedure that’s been at the center of political debate. Now, one woman is sharing her journey to becoming one. And what the future of her work looks like in a post-Roe America. 

‘A Doula Has One Job: It’s You.’ An Abortion Doula On Her Work And What The Future Looks Like After Roe.

BA.5 is spreading fast across the US. And those who’ve already been vaxxed and infected aren’t entirely safe. Here’s what Dr. Fauci’s saying about your best lines of defense. 

BA.5’s Spreading Quickly. But Dr. Fauci Says It Doesn’t Have To ‘Disrupt Your Life.’ Here’s Why.

If it’s one thing we’ve learned from Barbie’s life in plastic, it’s that she’s got style. Now, her hot-pink look has become the latest fashion trend. 

Meet: Barbiecore. Aka Everyone’s Latest Summer Obsession.

“Where the Crawdads Sing” is hitting the big screen. But the book-turned-movie is raising questions about the author’s connection to a 1995 murder in Africa. 

Did A Real Murder Inspire ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’? What You Need To Know About The New Film and The Author’s History.

Pop superstar Kesha’s on the hunt for the paranormal in the new series “Conjuring Kesha.” Here’s what you need to know about the show — from the celebrity guests, the spooky sites, and how to watch. Boo.

Spooky Szn Gets An Early Start With 'Conjuring Kesha' Premiere

In 2007, Tahyira Arias had an abortion. Amid the potential reversal of Roe v. Wade, she’s reflecting on her experience 15 years ago. And how it gave her the courage and power to live her life.

‘It Made Me Brave': How One Woman’s Abortion In College Changed Her Life

Larada Lee-Wallace has navigated two separate abortions. And is in the process of having their third. Here's how each one has exposed different barriers to access.

‘Abortion Is Essential, Whatever The Reason’: How Navigating 3 Separate Abortions Raised Unique Challenges

In 2019, Karli VanZile had an abortion. But it took another life-changing event for her to open up about her story. Here’s how both experiences have ushered her into an activist role.

Having An Abortion Was A Difficult Choice. But She Knew It Was Right: ‘It Doesn’t Have To Be One That I Regret’

Over a decade ago, Stephanie had two abortions. But she's only just started to explore how each one changed her life. Now amid the reversal of Roe v. Wade, she’s sharing her story, including how she’s overcoming feelings of shame.

She Was Ashamed Of Her Two Abortions. Now, She’s Sharing Her Story: 'I Know I Made The Right Decision.’

Meet Dylan Mulvaney: The trans TikTok star who’s using social media to share vulnerability, joy, and discovery with millions.

‘I Never Got To Be A Girl Growing Up’: Dylan Mulvaney On Sharing Her Transition Journey on TikTok

Spoiler: She’s busy reinventing herself.


Where Is Anna Delvey Now? Your ‘Inventing Anna’ Questions, Answered

Check out what's going on with the 2022 Winter Olympics, Russia, and Crypto in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: 2022 Winter Olympics, Russia, and Crypto

We’re breaking down the buzz on critical race theory — a concept typically practiced in higher education (read: law school). Since 2020, it’s been wrapped in misinformation across the country. So, ahead of the 2022 midterm elections, we chatted with some educators and experts who weighed in on the debate. 

Breaking Down the Buzz on Critical Race Theory

Omicron is the newest COVID-19 variant. Here’s everything we know so far.

Omicron: What To Know About the Newest COVID-19 Variant

Check out what's going on with things we Skimm'd in 2021 in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: Things We Skimm'd in 2021

‘Tis the season to get updated on the CDC’s guidelines so you can stay safe. And keep your family and friends safe too.

The Holidays and COVID-19: How to Stay Safe

Check out what's going on with [Top Story], [First Repeat], and [One-Liner] in your Daily Skimm.

Daily Skimm: [Top Story], [First Repeat], and [One-Liner]

Derek Chauvin’s murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd is a landmark moment. In part because murder convictions against cops are rare. Here’s why.

Derek Chauvin's Conviction: Why This Moment is Rare

We couldn't fast forward on 2020. But we could recap it. 