Changing America - Internet detectives take on Gabby Petito's case, firefighters try to save the world's largest tree, George Washington mandated inoculations, and why 'fat can be fit'

View in browser     © Getty.com How amateur detectives on social media helped crack the Gabby Petito case By Christian Spencer   The FBI confirmed on Tuesday that the remains found in Wyoming are those of Gabby Petito, the 22-year-old who was reported missing earlier this month while on a trip with her fiancé. Her case has captivated amateur investigators, sharing theories and footage on social media. Are they helping?  Read the full story here       © Getty.com Firefighters wrap world's largest tree to save it from wildfire By Jenna Romaine   The General Sherman Tree is under threat as fires rage through Sequoia National Forest. Caused by a lightning strike on Sept. 9, the fires have burned over 25,000 acres, propelled by dryer conditions and warmer weather. Read the full story here     © Getty.com Why George Washington mandated inoculations By Christian Spencer   In 1777, the general required his troops to get inoculated for smallpox, leading the first mandatory military inoculation. “We should have more to dread from it, than from the Sword of the Enemy,” Washington said in regards to the disease.  Read the full story here     Feature of the Week: © Getty.com 'Fat can be fit': Physical fitness rather than weight loss should be focus, says study By Chia-Yi Hou   When it comes to health, a lot of focus falls on losing weight and body mass index. Research on weight loss may find correlations to lower mortality risk, but should we be emphasizing physical activity over weight loss? A new paper suggests that could be the key for many.  Read the full story here           Did a friend forward you this email?   Sign up for Changing America       Forward Changing America       Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe  |  Email to a friend  |  Sign Up for Other Newsletters   The Hill 1625 K Street, NW 9th Floor, Washington DC 20006 © 1998 - 2021 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved.

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