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It's Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• Trump’s FDA backpedals on Autism medicine touted by President. 

• Want to eat sourdough everyday? Well, go ahead!

• People quitting smoking resorting to psychedelics not nicotine patches.

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SPILL THE NEWS

Health

Trump’s FDA U-Turns On Autism Medicine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday that the drug Leucovorin has been approved for a new use: treating Cerebral Folate Deficiency, a rare neurological condition caused by low vitamin B9 levels in the brain. 

The decision clarifies that the medication is not approved to treat Autism Spectrum Disorder, despite earlier comments from Donald Trump and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary suggesting it could help autism symptoms. FDA officials say there is currently insufficient scientific evidence to support the drug’s broader use for autism, though doctors may still prescribe it off-label in some cases.

Education

Have School Breaks Gone Digital?

Many elementary schools that expanded technology during the pandemic continue giving students devices as early as kindergarten, raising concerns among some parents and experts. Surveys show most US elementary teachers say students now receive devices in class by kindergarten. 

Parents report children using iPads for games, videos, and apps during school hours. Research suggests excessive screen time may affect children’s attention, mental health, and social development. In response, parent groups across several states are pushing schools to limit screen use, while some districts are beginning to scale back classroom technology for younger students.

Social Media

Time To Switch Up That Algorithm

Social media platforms use algorithms that analyze user behavior to keep people scrolling. These systems study what captures attention and promote similar content, often prioritizing posts that trigger strong emotions like humor, anger, or sadness. 

Experts say prolonged exposure to fast-paced online content can contribute to mental fatigue, while advances in AI have made it harder to distinguish real information from misleading material. Platforms offer limited ways to bypass algorithmic feeds, but users can adjust settings, limit recommendations, follow trusted accounts, and reset feed preferences. TikTok’s system, for example, relies heavily on watch time to decide which videos to promote.

In the know

DON’T MISS

💣 Pentagon says Iran war injured about 140 troops as US bombs Iran in most intense strikes yet. Meanwhile, Lebanon’s president talks with Israel to end escalating war with Hezbollah.

🐟 Find a worm in your fish sandwich? The internet’s obsessed but, ew.

💉 New data shows GLP-1 users still reaching for chocolate bars at an increasing rate.

🤧 Wait, can you really be allergic to your boyfriends?

📺 YouTube expands AI deepfake detection tool access to protect politicians and journalists.

🍞 This is the case for eating your favorite sourdough bread everyday. Go make that sandwich, queen. 

🏛️ Donald Trump appoints Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, to Air Force Academy board.

🔫 Two men fire gun toward US Consulate in Toronto, authorities say.

🗿 A Trump-Epstein statue appears in Washington in the viral ‘Titanic’ pose.

🗳️ Georgia voters head to pollsto choose successor to Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

 🚬 Trying to quit smoking with no luck? A new study in JAMA finds that more people quit smoking with psychedelics than with nicotine patches. 

😬 One in ten adults is damaging their teeth because of this nightly (and surprisingly common) habit. If you’re waking up with a stiff jaw or mysterious headaches, it’s time to address some things. 

🤧 Turns out, you could actually be biologically allergic to your own partner. Call it a cosmic intervention or a biological mismatch, doctors have clever workarounds that don't involve a breakup.

🍽️ A recently published study says you should stop eating this many hours before bed.

Decor & More

HOUSE TO HOME

🎨 Tired of boring walls? Meet “double drenching”, the bold paint trend that says goodbye to white ceilings and hello to dramatic color.

🧹 Spring cleaning can feel overwhelming. So, start with these surprisingly satisfying chores you can finish before your coffee gets cold and they’ll make your home feel cleaner in minutes.

🪵 The thrift store find designers didn’t expect: vintage matchbox holders are becoming surprisingly perfect bathroom storage.

📀 From Hilary Duff posters to Disney Channel DVDs,Gen Z’s “nestalgia” trend is turning adult bedrooms into Y2K time capsules.

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

🦶 Benny Blanco addresses viral “dirty feet” moment and opens up about hygiene habits.

🏠 Woman accused of targeting Rihanna’s home charged with attempted murder.

🎭 ‘Heated Rivalry’ stars call out fans over racist, homophobic and toxic online behavior.

🏈 Travis Kelce reveals that Taylor Swift influenced his decision to return to NFL for another season.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

A new partnership between Costco, Sesame, and fertility clinic network IVI RMA aims to make fertility care more accessible. For $99 a month with a Costco membership, patients can get a virtual fertility consult, diagnostics, and referrals to nearby clinics for treatments like In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) or Intrauterine Insemination (IUI). The companies say the model could cut IVF costs by thousands and reduce long wait times to see specialists. Still, critics note that affordability, insurance gaps, and clinic access remain big hurdles for many families.

“Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it.”

— Helen Keller