Tonight’s Brief: The Wind Down 🌙
Cancer, deepfakes, and a crackdown on plastics—here’s what happened today.
Late night brain still on? Same here, but let’s wrap the day right—fast, no fluff, and smarter than doomscrolling!
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1. Biden Shares ‘Aggressive’ Cancer Diagnosis
Former President Biden revealed he has aggressive, metastatic prostate cancer. The announcement comes months after he left office, and has sparked a wave of support, conversations, and questions from all across the political spectrum.
2. Trump Signs ‘Take It Down Act’ with Melania by His Side
President Trump signed the “Take It Down Act,” making it a federal crime to share nonconsensual intimate images, including deepfakes. The law requires platforms to quickly remove flagged content and hits offenders with tough penalties. Melania Trump, a major advocate for the law, stood beside him at the signing.
3. RFK Jr. Launches Microplastics Crackdown
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. discussed a federal initiative to tackle the microplastic situation. This will target harmful chemicals in food packaging and reward companies that shift to safer, sustainable materials.
4. Walmart to Absorb Some Tariffs, Prices Still Set to Rise
Walmart says it will absorb part of the new tariffs from Trump’s trade policies, but shoppers will still feel the pinch. Prices for items like toys, electronics, and groceries are expected to rise in the coming weeks.
5. Trump-Putin Call Sparks Ceasefire Talks
President Trump spoke directly with Vladimir Putin and announced that ceasefire negotiations between Russia and Ukraine will begin immediately.
6. CBS News Boss, Wendy McMahon, Resigns
Wendy McMahon stepped down as president of CBS News after internal clashes over the network’s editorial direction. Her exit marks another shakeup in the evolving media landscape as many battle with the Trump Administration.
7. Milwaukee Moves Forward with New Museum
Milwaukee is moving forward with plans to build a major African American art and culture museum. The project, backed by the Bronzeville Center for the Arts, aims to honor Black history and revitalize a historic neighborhood.
8. Army Scientsits Go All In on AI Training
Army Scientists are training soldiers to use AI tools in the field. From logistics to battlefield decision-making, the program is part of a broader effort to modernize military operations with advanced tech.
9. S&P 500 Closes Higher for the 6th Straight Day
The S&P 500 rose for the sixth day in a row, ending slightly higher on Monday. The gains came even after a U.S. credit rating downgrade, as markets continued to trend upward.
10. Dell Doubles Down on AI Hardware
Dell unveiled a new line of AI-focused servers powered by Nvidia’s cutting-edge Blackwell Ultra chips. It’s a clear signal the company wants a bigger stake in the booming enterprise AI market.
The Last Atom: It Can Wait
Not everything needs fixing tonight. Not every tab in your brain needs to close before bed. That thing that’s bugging you? It might feel different in the morning. Be excited to work on it then! Let your brain cool off—rest is part of the process too.
Sleep isn’t slacking, it’s part of the human experience, and one so many people treat as an afterthought. Get your rest.
The future needs the best version of you.
Good night, people! This edition of ATOMS, is for the night owls. 🦉
-Adam