Mar-a-Lago Reveal

Good morning. It's Friday, Aug. 26, and we're covering a high-profile tennis absence, an anticipated release illuminating the Mar-a-Lago raid, and much more. Have feedback? Let us know at hello@join1440.com.   First time reading? Sign up here. NEED TO KNOW Djokovic to Miss US Open Tennis star Novak Djokovic announced yesterday he would not play in the US Open next week due to proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirements for all inbound non-US citizens. The decision follows confirmation of the policy Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.   The No. 6 ranked player in the world has missed several tournaments in countries requiring COVID-19 vaccinations this year. In January, he was deported from Australia ahead of the Australian Open after his vaccine exemption was challenged in court. The Serbian tennis star, one shy of a tie with Rafael Nadal for most Grand Slam men's singles titles, has opposed receiving a COVID-19 vaccine out of concerns about its side effects. See current US COVID-19 stats here.   Separately, women's tennis great Serena Williams begins what she has signaled will be her last major tournament, facing off against unseeded Danka Kovinić in the opening round.  Mar-a-Lago Reveal The Justice Department yesterday submitted proposed redactions to the affidavit underpinning its search warrant of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence earlier this month. Late last evening, the presiding judge said he would release redacted materials sometime today.   Federal officials have alleged Trump improperly took White House documents from the Florida estate instead of providing them to the National Archives per requirements. Reports have suggested an estimated 700 pages of classified documents were recovered from a previous search in January, and officials have indicated talks to retrieve documents without a warrant have proceeded since last year. The contents of recovered materials, either from previous searches or the Aug. 8 warrant, have not been revealed.    Justice Department officials had argued revealing too much information may compromise an ongoing probe. Evidence of Early Walking Some of the earliest human ancestors may have begun walking upright around 7 million years ago, according to a new analysis of remains discovered about two decades ago. Researchers say the findings show the species Sahelanthropus tchadensis habitually walked on two feet and may represent the transition in human evolution when the hominin lineage—modern humans and extinct related species—diverged from chimpanzees.    The analysis was performed on part of a set of bones found in the central African country of Chad in 2001. Nicknamed Toumaï, the specimen gained widespread publicity due to its remarkably intact skull. Scientists say smaller forearm and femur bones found in the same location suggest the species still spent time in trees, and the partial nature of the thighbone prevents a definitive conclusion that it was bipedal.   See where researchers think Toumaï sits in the modern human family tree.  In partnership with Caraway NON-STICK DONE RIGHT Do you know what makes non-stick kitchenware so non-sticky? Much of the time, it's potentially harmful chemicals. In fact, over 95% of non-stick kitchenware on the market includes chemicals deemed to be toxic. Thankfully, Caraway Home’s ceramic-coated kitchenware is 100% non-toxic, always. But is it non-stick? Absolutely. Caraway kitchenware is designed with a naturally slick ceramic coating for easy cooking and seamless cleanup. All Caraway ceramic-coated pans are designed to stand the test of time. 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IN THE KNOW Sports, Entertainment, & Culture In partnership with The Inkey List > Harvey Weinstein granted appeal in 2020 New York rape conviction; Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years for committing a criminal sexual act in the first degree and third-degree rape (More)   > Mark Zuckerberg confirms Meta will launch new virtual reality headset featuring eye- and facial-tracking technology in October (More)   > UEFA Champions League draw announced; group stage matches for the 32-team field begin Sep. 6 (More) | Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren, No. 2 pick in NBA Draft, to miss entire season with foot injury (More) From our partners: A retinol serum for your PM skincare routine. The Inkey List's under-$11 serum (which just won an Allure Best of Beauty award) reduces fine lines and wrinkles, boosts collagen, and leaves your skin glowing. Give improved skin clarity a shot for less, and enjoy a 1440-exclusive 15% off today. Science & Technology > World Health Organization officials say global monkeypox cases dropped by more than 20% over the past week (More) | New US cases down slightly, averaging around 330 per day; see state-by-state totals (More)   > Chinese tech giant Baidu unveils 10-bit quantum computer; says it integrates with its current software and is available for use in certain applications (More)   > Synthetic mouse embryo grown using stem cells, without traditional fertilization of an egg; embryos grew for more than eight days, showed organ development (More) Business & Markets > US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.4%, Dow +1.0%, Nasdaq +1.7%) ahead of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s speech today at annual conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming (More)   > Peloton shares fall 18% after connected fitness giant posts $1.2B quarterly operating loss with revenues down 28% over last year (More)   > Gap withdraws 2022 financial outlook after posting a quarterly loss with same-store sales down 10% over last year (More) Politics & World Affairs > Death toll rises to 25 in Russian strike on Ukrainian train station and surrounding area in the small town of Chaplyne (More) | Russian President Vladimir Putin gives order to increase military size by 13% by end of the year (More)   > Two convicted in plot to steal diary, other personal items from daughter of President Joe Biden; pair allegedly sought to sell materials to conservative watchdog group (More)   > At least 180 people killed, thousands of homes reportedly destroyed, in Afghanistan following weeks of heavy rains and flooding (More) IN-DEPTH A Hole in the Head Harper's Weekly | Zachary Siegel. Early trials of a new procedure—the insertion of two electrodes into the brain—have proven remarkably effective at curing opioid addiction. (Read) This is Actually Happening Wondery | Whit Missildine. (Podcast) After routine surgery, Vermont state legislator John Killacky woke up to the horror of being unable to move. (Listen) Slow-Motion Insects Aeon | Adrian Smith. (Video) At 6,000 frames per second, slowed 200 times the normal speed, these videos of insects launching into flight couldn't be more delightful. (Watch) COOKWARE FOR YOU In partnership with Caraway Whether you’re a weeknight chef looking to amplify your meals or making a healthy swap to protect your loved ones from harmful chemicals, Caraway Home Cookware and Bakeware is built for you.  Function, style, longevity, and—most importantly—keeping you safe, Caraway checks all the boxes. Because what recipe calls for chemicals, anyway? Check it out today and receive a 10% discount by following our links—code automatically applies at checkout. Please support our sponsors! Dear Readers—   Thanks for being a part of 1440! Want to further support our mission of sharing fact-focused information with the world? Here are the three best ways you can continue to help our small team:    • Email 1440 to friends, family, and coworkers. • Support our team with a monthly subscription to our ad-free newsletter. • Earn 1440 swag and other rewards via our referral program. 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