The Tuesday Flyover Replay : Massive Israeli Protest, Polaris Launch Set, and a Coastal Landslide

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

Narrated by Artificial Intelligence,

THE FLYOVER,

Tuesday, September 3, 2024,

Good Morning! On this day in 1752, the United Kingdom adopted the Gregorian calendar, so there was no September 3 that year: The date went from September 2 to September 14, “losing” 11 days and sparking the British “Calendar Riots.”

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TAKEOFF,

Half a Million Israelis Protest in Streets,

Half a million protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv and across Israel Sunday night, demanding a cease-fire agreement and the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas.

The demonstration followed the recovery of six hostages’ bodies from Gaza tunnels by the Israel Defense Forces.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologized to the hostages’ families, saying, “We were close, but we did not succeed.”

President Joe Biden confirmed that negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage release are ongoing, with U.S. coordination involving Qatar and Egypt.

On Monday, Hamas released a propaganda video showing Eden Yerushalmi, who was kidnapped on Oct. 7. Her body was among those recovered and buried on Sunday.

U.S. Seizes Maduro’s Luxury Jet,

The U.S. government seized a luxury jet used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Monday in the Dominican Republic, alleging it was smuggled out of the U.S. in violation of sanctions.

The Dassault Falcon 900EX was transferred to federal custody in Florida shortly after its seizure.

U.S. officials claim the plane, valued at $13 million, was illegally purchased through a shell company by Maduro’s associates and used for his benefit.

Venezuela called the seizure an act of “piracy,” while U.S. officials warned against using illegally acquired aircraft.

‘Lifetime’ Cruise Stuck in Belfast for 3 Months.

A luxury cruise promising a 3 ½-year world voyage has been stuck in Belfast, Northern Ireland, along with all its passengers, for three months due to mechanical issues.

The cruise ship Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey, offering cabins priced between $99,999 and $899,000, has left customers who invested heavily in the trip frustrated and uncertain.

Many sold homes and quit jobs to embark on this “lifetime” journey, which was set to visit 425 ports across 147 countries. Here’s photos of the ship from the company’s promotional material.

Despite the setbacks, CEO Mikael Petterson said he’s optimistic about the cruise’s future and expects the ship to launch by the end of next week.

POLITICS,

Vice President Kamala Harris announced her opposition to the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel during a Pittsburgh campaign event with President Joe Biden.

Germany’s anti-immigration Alternative for Germany party won a “historic success” in the eastern state of Thuringia, the first time since World War II that a party labeled “far-right” won a state parliament election.

The NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles are removing a series of counterfeit political ads that have cropped up around Philadelphia, purporting to be an endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign.

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Now, back to the News.

SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT,

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, who was shot during an attempted armed robbery, was discharged from the hospital just one day after being shot in the chest.

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese broke the WNBA’s single-season rebounding record on Sunday, reaching 418 rebounds in 32 games during a 74-79 loss to the Minnesota Lynx.

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames hit his 12th three-run homer of the season Saturday, matching Sammy Sosa’s feat in 2000 and approaching Ken Griffey Jr.’s record of 13 set in 1996.

2024 Election Countdown,

Election Countdown: 64 Days,

Billionaire Mark Cuban asked his followers on X whether they would prefer their children to grow up to be like Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. Trump dominated the vote, 70% to Harris’ 30%

Teamsters president Sean O’Brien says he hasn’t made an endorsement yet because “you don’t hire someone unless you give them an interview.” He says he’s awaiting a meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss labor issues.

A federal judge blocked an Ohio law banning foreign nationals from donating to ballot campaigns, citing constitutional free speech protections for lawful permanent residents.

FINANCE,

Hotel workers across major U.S. cities began a three-day strike, seeking higher wages and better working conditions. A list of affected hotels is here.

Brazilian users of Elon Musk’s X risk daily fines of nearly $9,000 for accessing the court-banned platform, far exceeding the average annual wage, amid a growing free speech debate.

Disney networks, including ABC and ESPN, went dark on DirecTV amid a carriage dispute, affecting 11 million subscribers ahead of major sports events.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

Polaris Dawn, SpaceX’s historic civilian mission featuring the first commercial spacewalk, is set to launch Wednesday after delays and FAA clearance.

Meanwhile, NASA solved the mystery of “strange noises” from Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, attributing the pulsating sound to audio feedback between the station and capsule.

Earthquakes trigger quartz to form giant gold nuggets by generating electric charges that cause dissolved gold to precipitate and cluster, a new study finds.

THE ROTATOR,
TRAVEL TUESDAY,

Travelers revealed their choice of the most incredible swimming spots worldwide, from the Galápagos Islands to Nordic lakes.

The GoldenPass Express, an ultra-luxury train in Switzerland, offers panoramic views and seamlessly switches between track gauges during its scenic Alpine journey.

Brooklyn restaurant Bang Bang Bangkok offers a virtual bus tour of Thailand’s capital with projection tech and a 10-course menu—no plane ticket needed.

ET CETERA,

A worsening landslide in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., prompted evacuations and power cuts to 140 homes. The crisis affected 680 acres, damaging homes and infrastructure.

itanic’s iconic bow railing, featured in the famous movie scene, has fallen to the ocean floor as the wreck deteriorates.

Minnesota residents witnessed a rare spectacle as severe thunderstorms produced a simultaneous rainbow and lightning strike.

Daily Quote,

“We have eaten in every restaurant and had a Guinness in every pub.”

— Stephen Theriac, a passenger on the Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey, on three months stuck in Belfast due to mechanical issues.

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