Biles bounces back with bronze, Covid overwhelms Florida doctors and why you shouldn't eat what you see on TikTok

To ensure delivery to your inbox add email@mail.nbcnews.com to your contacts Today's Top Stories from NBC News Tuesday, August 3, 2021 Good morning, NBC News readers.     Gymnastic superstar Simone Biles took bronze on the balance beam in a dramatic comeback at the Tokyo Olympics. Closer to home, Florida doctors are deeply distressed by the surge of younger, sicker Covid patients and a new Senate report warns that major federal agencies are woefully unprepared for potential cyberattacks.    Here's what we're watching this Tuesday morning.     Bronze for Biles as she bounces back to Olympic action on balance beam Simone Biles fought back her fears and returned to competition Tuesday, bringing home a bronze in the balance beam competition.    Widely considered the world's best gymnast, Biles, 24, overcame a few small wobbles during her routine, and smiled broadly as she landed on the mat when it concluded.     Last week she stunned spectators by withdrawing during the team gymnastics final. She said the emotional toll of the Tokyo Games, not a physical injury, prompted her to withdraw.    Get all the latest news and updates from the Tokyo Olympics here.  Top Stories Florida doctors deeply distressed by flood of younger, sicker Covid patients READ MORE A 'D' for NASA, a 'C' for HUD: Senate report warns agencies unprepared for cyberattacks READ MORE U.S. struggles to unite democratic European allies against China READ MORE Also in the News Four officers who responded to Capitol riot have died by suicide Missing Belarusian activist found dead in Kyiv park An unexpected side effect of the pandemic: Nearsightedness in kids 'White supremacy, racism': Remembering the El Paso massacre that targeted Latinos Amazon violated labor law in Alabama union election, labor official finds Tik Tokers are eating frozen honey. Health experts say, please, don't.  Editor's Pick OPINION This December phone call offers more bad news for Trump — but good news for America Notes from a post-election phone call highlight the importance of key Republicans who withstood enormous pressure from Trump and his allies, attorney and author Teri Kanefield writes in an opinion piece.  READ MORE Shopping Medical experts break down the different at-home Covid testing methods and how reliable they are — and where to find FDA-authorized options. One Inspiring Thing Team USA sprinter Noah Lyles' journey to Tokyo   Sprinter Noah Lyles has had Olympic dreams since he was 12 years old watching the Opening Ceremony with his brother.   Lyles speaks with NBC News' Lester Holt about overcoming adversity — from asthma to dyslexia — to make it to the Tokyo Games.  Thanks for reading the Morning Rundown.    If you have any comments — likes, dislikes — send me an email at: petra@nbcuni.com   If you're a fan, please forward it to your family and friends. They can sign-up here.    Thanks, Petra Cahill     FOLLOW US     Want to receive NBC Breaking News and Special Alerts in your inbox? SIGN UP HERE Check out all of NBC Newsletters here.     Get the NBC News Mobile App   30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Manage Subscription | Contact | Privacy