Good Morning!

It's Monday, October 6, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• Trump administration sends National Guard troops to Chicago.

• Do you come from a ‘sleep supportive family’?

• Dating red flags that you should be looking out for!

Love this newsletter? Don’t keep it all to yourself—share it with your friends!

Reading for the first time? Join over 50,000 intellectually curious women.

Help us be better, write at: [email protected]

Top headlines

SPILL THE NEWS

US News

Trump Administration To Send Troops To Chicago

Chicago was on edge this weekend after federal agents shot an armed woman during escalating immigration protests near a suburban ICE facility. Officials said Marimar Martinez drove her car into Customs and Border Protection vehicles in Broadview before being shot and taken into custody. The incident came amid growing anger over Operation Midway Blitz, a Department of Homeland Security crackdown that has led to over a thousand arrests in the Chicago area. 

Hours later, President Donald Trump authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard troops to Chicago, calling the city “plagued by lawlessness”. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker condemned the move as “an attempt to manufacture a crisis”, warning that deploying federalized troops would “incite unrest, not prevent it”. Hundreds have protested outside the ICE facility, with demonstrations turning tense as federal agents used tear gas and pepper balls to disperse crowds.

Meanwhile, in Oregon, a federal judge temporarily blocked Trump’s plan to send 200 National Guard troops to Portland, ruling the move unconstitutional and “untethered to the facts”. Governor Tina Kotek called it “a victory for democracy”, while California’s Gavin Newsom joined the lawsuit, accusing Trump of “a breathtaking abuse of power”.

Jeff Bezos Says This New Breakthrough is Like “Science Fiction”

He called it a “renaissance.” No wonder ~40,000 people backed Amazon partner Miso Robotics. Miso’s kitchen robots fried 4M food baskets for brands like White Castle. In a $1T industry with 144% employee turnover, that’s big. So are Miso’s partnerships with NVIDIA and Uber. Initial units of its newest robot sold out in one week. Invest before Miso’s bonus shares change on 10/9.

_{This is a paid advertisement for Miso Robotics’ Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.misorobotics.com.}

World

Israel, Hamas To Begin Talks In Qatar

Israel and Hamas are set to begin mediated talks in Egypt on Monday, aiming to end a two-year conflict that has devastated Gaza and destabilized the region. The negotiations follow Hamas’s agreement to discuss parts of US President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan, including releasing hostages and allowing a new Gaza government, though the group has yet to commit to disarmament or a postwar role. ‘So f***ing negative’: Did Trump really say to Netanyahu?

US envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner will join the talks, alongside Israeli delegates led by Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and a Hamas team headed by Khalil al-Hayya. Discussions are expected to focus first on an immediate swap: Israel would release Palestinian prisoners while Hamas frees Israeli hostages. Netanyahu has said the military will redeploy in Gaza, keeping the option of disarming Hamas by force open. How likely is it that Trump’s Gaza plan will work?

Trump has urged both sides to act quickly, warning that delays could cost more lives. The talks mark the most promising diplomatic opportunity since the war began in October 2023, which has killed over 66,000 Palestinians and more than 450 Israeli soldiers. Analysts caution that while the hostage exchange may come soon, broader agreements on Gaza’s governance and Hamas disarmament will be far more complex. 

Related Read: PTSD, suicides spike among Israeli troops amid Gaza war devastation.

US News

US Supreme Court Returns To Test Trump’s Presidential Powers

The Supreme Court returns on Monday for a term that could redefine presidential power, with Chief Justice John Roberts marking 20 years on the bench. Over the summer, the justices issued emergency orders favoring President Donald Trump on policies from tariffs to immigration, often without full explanation, a pattern critics call the “shadow docket”.

Now, the court will confront these issues directly, hearing arguments that could determine whether Trump can maintain sweeping tariffs, remove independent agency officials at will, or end birthright citizenship by executive order. Legal experts say the stakes are extraordinary, with decisions likely to affect the U.S. economy, civil liberties, and the balance of powers.

Other cases on the docket could reshape society, including challenges to transgender rights in schools, the Voting Rights Act, and state rules on mail-in ballots. Conservative justices have repeatedly sided with the administration, while liberals have issued sharp dissents. Observers warn of potential clashes between the Supreme Court and lower courts, setting the stage for a term described as unprecedented in its political and constitutional significance.

In the know

DON’T MISS

🇪🇺 Were European leaders just caught making fun of President Trump’s geographic confusion at a summit!

💰 How much do you need to earn to be in the top 1% in each US state?

☕ Coffee’s rising prices are prompting long rants from caffeine lovers, but they’re buying it anyway.

❤️ Breadcrumbing and other red flags you should be looking out for in relationships!

🇫🇷 French Prime Minister resigns less than a month after being appointed.

🌍 While routines are comforting, these micro-adventures can help you boost your mood and mental health.

🧠 You should never say these things to your therapist.

💻 Quiet! Some people are working here. Are your office’s noise and constant pings making you unproductive too?

😴 Did you celebrate naps? You’d know it if you come from a ‘Sleep supportive family’. The trend’s all over TikTok. 

📱 Instagram head swears that the app isn’t listening to you, but here’s what it might be doing instead.

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

🧠 Can knowing your diagnosis make you feel better? From autism to anxiety, getting a label isn’t just clinical — it can be quietly healing.

👩‍👧 Do you have the Eldest Daughter Syndrome? If you’re always the responsible one, the family’s fixer, caretaker, and peacekeeper — here’s the truth about it and it’s more real than you think.

☕ The ultimate morning combo? Creatine in your coffee because why not sip smarter and stronger? This is how you can make it best!

✋ Struggling with hand fatigue? Strengthen your wrists and hands with this quick, sit-at-your-desk routine that is perfect for busy workdays.

Fashion & Beauty

BEYOND THE MIRROR

👠 From casual flats to stylish heels, there’s a new animal print taking over wardrobes this fall. Cow-print shoes are the statement accessory making every outfit pop.

💇‍♀️ Want thicker, fuller hair without expensive treatments? Try these expert-backed tricks that actually work, fast and easy.

🧣 Taking over your wardrobe as potentially your most versatile accessory, silk scarves can instantly elevate everyday outfits with minimal effort. Here are multiple ways you can use them.

✨ From Kim Kardashian’s chic pixie to Amal Clooney’s bronzy glow, these are the week’s standout beauty moments.

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

🎥 Nicole Kidman steps out in Dallas, days after divorce filing. Where’d she go?

💃 Taylor Swift takes over box office as ‘Showgirl’ hits $46 million.

🎤 Bad Bunny defends Super Bowl halftime gig in savage SNL monologue.

⚖️ Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ attorneys react to singer’s 4-year prison sentence. 

👑 Meghan Markle debuts at Paris Fashion Week in custom Balenciaga.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

After years of screens and solitude, adults are swapping brunches and bar nights for playground chaos — complete with sack races, tug-of-war, and a touch of midlife competition. Across the US, “adult field days” are booming, fueled by nostalgia, influencer hype, and a craving for offline fun. But with no teachers, rules get blurry, drinks flow freely, and the drama can feel all too familiar.

“You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.” 

– Rumi