The Monday Flyover Replay : U.S. Intelligence Leak, Life Extension Drug, and a $35,000 Whisky

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

Narrated by Artificial Intelligence, Our Hosts are Christopher and Jenny,

THE FLYOVER,

Monday, October 21, 2024,

Good Morning! On this day in 1854, Florence Nightingale and a team of 38 nurses left England to serve in the Crimean War, laying the foundation for modern nursing practices.

The New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers won their league’s pennants this weekend, setting up the first World Series battle in 43 years between these two great rivals. For the baseball fans among us, this will be a treat.

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TAKEOFF,

U.S. Investigates Top Secret Leak,

U.S. officials are investigating the leak of two top-secret documents detailing American intelligence agencies’ tracking of a potential Israeli attack on Iran.

The documents, dated Oct. 15 and 16 and attributed to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and National Security Agency, are marked with the highest level sharing restrictions.

They were posted Friday on Telegram, a messaging app known for its encryption, by a channel that claims to be based in Tehran. U.S. officials say damage assessment is ongoing, with one official calling it “deeply concerning.”

The documents describe Israel’s preparations for a potential strike against Iran, including moving munitions and conducting air force exercises, in response to Iran’s Oct. 1 missile attack.

Seven Dead in Georgia Dock Collapse,

A dock gangway on Georgia’s Sapelo Island collapsed Saturday, killing seven people as festival-goers were preparing to board a ferry, authorities said.

The aluminum gangway, installed three years ago, suffered a “catastrophic failure” before 4 p.m., causing about 20 of the approximately 40 people on it to fall into the water. Three individuals remain in critical condition.

The U.S. Coast Guard and local agencies responded, with witnesses and first responders rescuing victims from the water.

The incident occurred during Sapelo’s annual Cultural Day, which honors the island’s historic Gullah Geechee community, descendants of enslaved West Africans.

Musk Gives $1 Million to Petition Signer,

John Dreher of Pennsylvania became the first person to receive a $1 million award from Elon Musk, randomly selected for signing his America PAC petition.

Musk presented him a check immediately after announcing he would award $1 million every day until the Nov. 5 election to petition signees in swing states.

“You know, when he called me, the first thing that happened, you know, I screamed—it’s a million dollars—and I was pumping my check in the air,” Dreher said. You can watch the announcement here.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, raised questions in the media about the legality of the money giveaway but Musk says the program will continue.

POLITICS,

South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham questioned why members of his party were supporting Vice President Kamala Harris, saying, “What the hell are you doing?”

A new study on election spending suggests that the 2024 cycle could break the previous record set in 2020, with $15.9 billion in spending projected.

Former President Donald Trump worked in the kitchen at a McDonald’s location in Pennsylvania on Sunday, drawing a crowd of over 1,000 people.

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Now, back to the News.

SPORTS,

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Mets 10-5 Sunday night, winning the National League pennant and ensuring the first World Series between the Dodgers and the New York Yankees since 1981. This will be the 12th time the two teams have competed for baseball’s World Championship.

The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in overtime to win the WNBA championship for the first time in the team’s 28-year franchise history.

The Detroit Lions defeated the previously unbeaten Minnesota Vikings 31-29 in Week 7 of the NFL season.

Undefeated Oregon jumped to No. 1 in the AP college football poll Sunday, with Georgia at No. 2 following the Bulldogs 30-15 victory over Texas Saturday night.

2024 Election Countdown,

Election Countdown: 15 Days,

Vice President Kamala Harris has agreed to participate in a CNN town hall on Oct. 23. The network also invited former President Trump, but his campaign hasn’t responded yet.

A new TIPP poll shows former President Trump with a two-point advantage over Vice President Harris nationally, marking a momentum shift.

More than 1 million votes have been cast less than a week into Georgia’s early voting period, breaking the state’s previous record.

FINANCE,

CVS CEO Karen Lynch stepped down Friday as earnings continued to fall short of forecasts for the pharmacy chain.

Bed Bath & Beyond is returning to physical store locations, announcing a partnership with The Container Store after filing for bankruptcy and closing all locations in 2023.

Boeing workers will vote on a new wage deal Wednesday, which, if accepted, could end the employees’ five-week strike.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

A new drug developed by Mayo Clinic researchers has the potential to extend human life by 30%. Senolytic drugs boost a key protein that combats aging and related diseases.

Inflatable space habitats could revolutionize space exploration, providing expandable, lightweight housing for missions to the moon, Mars, and beyond. Several companies are leading this effort.

Suntory’s new Hibiki 40, a $35,000 blend of five whiskies aged at least 40 years, will see just 400 bottles released globally. The bottle’s design features hand-carved crystal, mother-of-pearl inlays, and a keepsake box made from 12 types of Japanese wood.

THE ROTATOR,
BEYOND OUR BORDERS,

Former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan shared his experiences after being released from a Russian labor camp, describing harsh conditions, including sleep deprivation.

Three major tobacco companies reached a tentative $24 billion settlement in Canada to resolve tobacco-related claims, compensating provinces and victims and funding anti-tobacco efforts.

Many Cubans remain without power after a widespread electrical failure on Friday. Hurricane Oscar was expected to make landfall Sunday, worsening conditions across the island.

ET CETERA,

In Mexico Beach, Florida, a dome home called “Golden Eye” withstood Hurricane Michael’s 160 mph winds. Built in 2015, it remained intact even as neighboring homes were destroyed.

An 81-year-old woman in Covington, Georgia, voted for the first time on Oct. 16. She hadn’t voted before because she couldn’t read or write but received help this year.

A light blanket of snow covered Yellowstone National Park after a fall snowstorm, delighting visitors despite some road closures.

Daily Quote,

“I’ll just take whatever he gives me.”

— McDonald’s customer ordering food from former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania campaign event.

And thats the news for today.

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