Everything you need to know about the total eclipse, Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan, and what’s next for Caitlin Clark

Hello friends. There is a total solar eclipse today. Here’s who has the best chance of getting clear skies (and scroll down for a complete guide to this rare celestial event). Now for the news.

MUST KNOW

Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan

President Biden today will announce a second attempt at widespread student loan forgiveness, which could help more than 30 million American borrowers reduce or eliminate their debt.

The plan: It targets five groups of borrowers, including interest relief for 23 million people whose loans have exceeded the amount originally borrowed. (New York Times)

What is different: After the Supreme Court struck down its original plan, Biden administration officials say the new plan operates under a different law and is more targeted. (GMA)

Next steps: Before the plan can be implemented by the Department of Education, it will have to go through a public comment period and could face legal challenges. (CNN)

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

🏀 NCAA Women’s Final

South Carolina went a perfect 38-0 season after beating Iowa 87-75 in the NCAA women’s championship. that of Iowa Caitlin Clark now looks to the WNBA draft, where she will likely be the No. 1 pick. (Yahoo Sports / USA Today)

🌍 Israel’s withdrawal from the south

Israel said it had withdrawn most of its ground troops from Khan Younis in southern Gaza. The exodus comes ahead of an expected offensive in Rafah, which Israel says is Hamas’ last major stronghold. (PA)

🎵 Taylor Swift radio

SiriusXM has launched a channel for Taylor Swift’s music called Channel 13 (Taylor’s Version) — a tribute to her favorite act — to coincide with the upcoming release of her new album. (Today)

➡️ Aftershocks of the earthquake

Seismologists said aftershocks in the New York area from Friday’s 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey could last a week, but would likely be relatively small. (CBS News)

WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY

⚾ In baseball, the Marlins take on the Yankees at 6:05 p.m. ET on the MLB app. The departure time was postponed due to the eclipse. (CNN)

🏀 UConn and Purdue face off in the men’s NCAA Tournament final at 9:20 p.m. ET on TBS. (Yahoo Sports)

☀️ And don’t forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play crosswords. Check the forecast in your area.

TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1990, the beloved show Twin Peaks created. Fun fact: Sheryl Lee had no experience in film or television before playing Laura Palmer. (Yahoo Entertainment)

3 QUESTIONS

…about the solar eclipse

What do you need to know about today’s solar eclipse? I asked Dylan Stableford, who wrote a guide on what to expectto break it down before going out.

Lily: Why is today’s eclipse special?

Dylan : Because we haven’t had many. Only 13 total solar eclipses have been visible in the United States over the past century. The next one, in Alaska, won’t happen until 2033. And we won’t see one again in the contiguous United States until 2044.

Lily: Exactly what time does the eclipse take place?

Dylan : It depends where you are on the path of totality. In Texas, it will start around 1:40 p.m. local time. In Maine, it will be closer to 3:30 p.m. This should last about four minutes.

Lily: What else should I watch out for during the eclipse?

Dylan : Here’s one thing: If you’re in the path of totality, look for bright streams of light around the edges of the sun during totality. This is the corona, the ultra-hot outer atmosphere of the sun, which is usually obscured by the sun’s bright surface.

MOMENT OF WELL-BEING

After being paralyzed in a fall, Ohio mom Leah Weiher said learning to walk alongside her 1-year-old daughter became her main motivation. They both took their first steps in March. (GMA)

Have a great day. See you tomorrow!

💡 PS Before leaving, your daily advice: Experts say olive oil is the healthiest oil for your cooking, but make sure you store it properly. (Today)

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