The Daily 3: Dish Soap Is More Powerful Than We Thought

Could ordinary dish soap be more powerful than we give it credit for? Researchers put it up against 70% alcohol and a professional-grade disinfectant — and the results might make you look at that bottle by your sink a little differently. Plus, Chili’s is having a major comeback, with five straight years of sales growth and plans for more restaurants — including possible expansion in Ohio. And if you noticed Al Roker suddenly disappear from TODAY, we finally know where he went. Spoiler: he had a pretty good excuse. Also today: It’s National Coffee Day! We’re sharing the very American reason coffee got a boost after the Boston Tea Party — and Len puts Sara to the test with a Price Is Right–style coffee game. Today in History: Confucius was born, the five-day workweek begins to take shape, and we look at how much the workweek has changed over the years. Win the Day: Len shares what he says is the best cure for the hiccups. And as always, we’ll end the morning with a little encouragement and prayer. Everything you need to know. None of the doom. Start your day with Sara & Len! Thanks to our sponsors Northeast Factory Direct and Liberty Healthshare