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It's Friday, May 15, 2026, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• SCOTUS preserves mail and telehealth abortion pill access.

• Those ‘miracle’ hydration electrolytes might not be working.

• Optimism works towards better heart health!

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SPILL THE NEWS

US News

Supreme Court Preserves Mail Access to Abortion Pill

The Supreme Court issued a high-stakes order on Thursday, maintaining nationwide access to the abortion pill mifepristone via telehealth and mail. The decision pauses a 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that would have mandated in-person doctor visits, a requirement the FDA dropped years ago. While the majority did not explain its reasoning, Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito dissented. Alito argued the stay "undermine[s] our decision" to overturn Roe v. Wade, while Thomas claimed manufacturers are not entitled to protection from "lost profits from their criminal enterprise".

Now what: The legal battle now heads back to the New Orleans-based appeals court to weigh Louisiana’s challenge. “This buys time, but no peace of mind,” warned Nancy Northup of the Center for Reproductive Rights. Meanwhile, the Trump administration remained notably silent, navigating a rift with anti-abortion groups who labeled the court's decision "shocking"

World

Trump and Xi Wrap Beijing Summit

President Donald Trump concluded a high-stakes two-day summit in China on Friday with a rare tour of the exclusive Zhongnanhai compound. What was on the menu. Escorted by President Xi Jinping through the 14th-century imperial gardens, Trump hailed the visit as "incredible," while Xi promised a "new bilateral relationship". The summit focused heavily on trade and the Iran war. Trump claimed to have secured "fantastic trade deals," including the purchase of 200 Boeing jets and American oil. "China is going to invest hundreds of billions of dollars," Trump told Fox News, though Beijing’s foreign ministry remained more reserved, emphasizing "mutual benefit" over specific figures. See photos.

Tensions remained beneath the surface. Xi issued a stark warning regarding Taiwan, stating that mishandling the issue could lead to "clashes and even conflicts." On the Middle East, Trump noted Xi’s desire for an open Strait of Hormuz, quoting the Chinese leader: "If I can be of any help whatsoever, I would like to help." The leaders have already scheduled a follow-up summit in Washington this September.

Jobs

The “Girlbossification” Of AI?

We’re just in time to witness a corporate-feminist push happening in tech — led by celebrities like Reese Witherspoon, Mel Robbins, and Sheryl Sandberg. Just this week, Demi Moore urged the film industry to work with AI technology (while stressing in the same breath that it can never replace “true art” created by humans). Meanwhile, Reese Witherspoon was seen blending smoothies on Instagram while telling her 30 million followers that it's time to log on.

Well, Well: The Cutsays“the girlbossification of AI” is “famous women trying to convince other women that adopting the technology isn’t just the best thing they can do for their careers — it’s the only way to survive”. Statistically speaking, women's jobs are more vulnerable to automation, and the new playbook says it’s time to “lean in” to the tech or get left behind — some say it’s exactly why women are resisting it.

In the know

DON’T MISS

🌎 President Trump suggests Venezuela could become the 51st state.

🚨 Alabama woman sues after allegedly being forced to give birth on a jail floor.

📱 Your gut health might be for sale. This app literally wants to monetize your poop.

📌 Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks resigns.

👰 Thrift store gold! See the stunning wedding gown that cost this bride literally three dollars.

🌳 The suburbs are so last year. Everyone is moving to the "exurbs" across the US for more space.

🚔 ICE agents under fire for conducting “wellness checks” near Cincinnati schools.

🍳 Tired of losing half the egg to the shell? This game-changing trick is a total brunch saver.

🦠 CDC confirms zero US Hantavirus cases, though officials continue monitoring several exposed individuals nationwide.

💧 Salty much? A top doc reveals if those "miracle" hydration electrolyte packets are helping or hurting.

🕵️ Want to catch a liar? Forget their "shifty eyes"—the real secret is hidden in their voice. This trick can really help!

⛽ Cuba blames new US sanctions as Energy Minister says the nation has run out of oil and diesel.

🛒 Costco’s new desserts are here, and yes, they’re worth the inevitable bulk-buy breakdown.

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

❤️ If you’ve got heart trouble — sure, hit the gym. Though science says you might want to actually check your mood first. Sunshine, daisies, and all!

😴 Sleeping in a lot? We hate to break it to you, but clocking more than eight hours might actually be a red flag. And no, you can't blame this one on your genes.

🥗 Eating a certain way for just four weeks could make you biologically younger. Luckily, it’s all about going back to the basics.

🎻 Is Sudoku too easy? Congrats, you've hit the cognitive autopilot stage. Time to drop that daily crossword and finally pick up that cello.

Fashion & Beauty

BEYOND THE MIRROR

✨ Shake it up! The lazy-girl fringe trend is the easiest way to add high-fashion drama to your favorite sweatpants.

💋 Want pillow-soft lips? Stop ignoring your skincare. This simple routine hack delivers a plump, hydrated look without the filler.

🌴 Manifesting a glamorous getaway? Dior just took us to the future of fashion. From sharp silhouettes to dreamy textures, the latest runway is basically a mood board for the chicest summer of your life.

💄 TikTok’s "Anti-iPhone Face" makeup trend is the ultimate real-life filter for a flawless, soft-focus finish. At least we can blur the digital age away.

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

🤍 Barbara Palvin just hard-launched her baby bump at Cannes, and she’s absolutely glowing.

🚫 Cannes is reportedly cracking down on this dress trend for “decency reasons”.

👀 Christopher Nolan or Elon Musk? The wild casting debate over the new “The Odyssey” movie is here.

🏈 Kylie Kelce reveals the one type of guy her daughters are absolutely never allowed to date.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

The term “girl dad” has become a bigger cultural conversation, with some people embracing it as a sign of emotionally involved fatherhood and others rolling their eyes at the branding around it. Supporters say actively loving, encouraging, and showing up for daughters matters more than people admit, while critics think turning basic parenting into an identity can feel performative. The debate taps into modern masculinity, parenting expectations, and whether emotionally expressive dads are still treated as unusual.

"The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity."

— Amelia Earhart