Missing Moose, Thunderstorms and Phone Tossing

1. Weather Report: Today will have scattered thunderstorms. A few storms may be severe. High near 80F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tonight will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms. A few storms may be severe. Low 68F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent.

2. Where's the moose? The Union Leader reports that the moose population is declining, and it is hurting tourism in key areas of the state. Read more.

3. ICYMI: The Homestead Grocery & Deli is hosting a "Thank You" barbecue on the anniversary of a cash mob held in their honor. Join them on Friday from 2-6 p.m. for free food, ice cream and more!

4. A dangerous game.  A novelty app called Send Me To Heaven challengers phone users to throw their phone higher and higher to earn points. Even if you win, chances are you will eventually lose big...

5. Fact of the Day: The gold standard is the use of gold as the standard of value for the money of a country. A country is on the gold standard when it will redeem any of its money in gold and when it agrees to buy and sell gold at a fixed price.