NN in the AM

Editor's note: Here's a look at what we're following and talking about this morning. Chime in on what you're talking about in the comments below, or on our blog or Facebook page.

What we're following:

The economy - it slowed down in the second quarter

More U.S. deaths in Afghanistan - July becomes deadliest month for US forces there

The latest on the crisis in the Gulf

And did you see...

Who's quitting American Idol?

Guess how many people there are in the world?

What's on the menu at Chelsea's wedding?

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