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The Sunday Flyover Replay : Freezing Football, James Bond Watches, and a Horse Makes Snow Angels

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Sunday, January 19, 2025,

Good Morning! On this day in 1955, President Dwight D. Eisenhower hosted America’s first televised press conference, allowing film and sound newsreel cameras into the room to record the session.

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TAKEOFF,

Record Cold Temps to Blanket US,

The polar vortex is delivering a deep freeze to nearly 300 million Americans this weekend.

A developing coastal storm will likely dump moderate-to-heavy snow in several major cities from the mid-Atlantic to the Northeast on Sunday, including New York City, which is predicted to get 3 to 6 inches of snow. A wide swath of 4 to 8 inches of snowfall is expected from West Virginia to Maine.

As the cold snap progresses into the south, cities along the Gulf Coast may get frozen precipitation, including Houston and New Orleans.

At least 19 record-cold high temperatures are expected from the Plains into the East. Forecast temperatures will be 25-30 degrees below average for this time of year. Portions of North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin have an extreme cold warning in effect as wind chills may reach as low as -50°F.

Trump Signals Reprieve on TikTok Ban,

President-elect Donald Trump said on Saturday that he will “most likely” give TikTok a 90-day reprieve from a ban in the U.S. after he takes office Monday.

Tech observers and TikTok users are waiting to see what happens next with a ban on the social media platform scheduled to go into effect at midnight on Sunday, unless Chinese parent company ByteDance sells the app to an American entity.

RedNote, another Chinese-owned app, has been the most downloaded free app on Apple’s app store in the U.S. since Tuesday. The photo and video-sharing platform has often been compared to Instagram. RedNote, just like TikTok, could face an ultimatum to divest, or be banned.

Jury Finds CNN Liable in Defamation Case,

A Florida jury found that CNN defamed a U.S. Navy veteran in a 2021 story about people paid to rescue endangered Afghans following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.

The jury awarded $5 million in compensatory damages to Zachary Young, who blamed CNN for destroying his business. A CNN segment portrayed Young’s work helping corporate clients extract workers from Afghanistan after the government collapsed as “exploitation” and part of deals in a black market.

Young’s legal team obtained damning CNN internal messages through discovery, repeatedly showing staffers expressing overt hostility towards the Navy veteran.

A CNN spokesperson said, “We remain proud of our journalists and are 100% committed to strong, fearless and fair-minded reporting at CNN, though we will of course take what useful lessons we can from this case.”

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SPORTS,

The Washington Commanders upset the top-seeded Detroit Lions on the road yesterday, led by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels’ 350 total yards and two touchdowns.

The Kansas City Chiefs advanced to their 7th straight AFC championship game yesterday with a 23-14 win over the Houston Texans.

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed another Japanese superstar on Friday, bringing in starting pitcher Roki Sasaki, who has risen to fame due to his 102+ MPH fastball and deadly splitter.

Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic dropped jaws on Friday night with a no-look assist.

Marshall University has been fined $100,000 by the Sun Belt conference for their controversial decision to drop out of the Independence Bowl against Army.

The White House Transition,

Billionaire Bill Gates says he was “impressed” after a three-hour dinner with President-elect Donald Trump. Gates is the latest in a group of billionaires and tech leaders to meet with Trump ahead of Monday’s inauguration.

Trump successfully launched his own cryptocurrency on Friday night. $TRUMP rose more than 600% overnight, earning a value greater than $32 billion by Saturday.

Department of Homeland Security nominee Kristi Noem told lawmakers that she will end the CBP One app, which allows immigrants to be paroled into the U.S., “on day one.”

FINANCE,

Highly coveted weight-loss related diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic are among the medications that will be subject to price controls by Medicare.

GM is potentially facing a large warranty issue as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into engine failure affecting nearly 900,000 SUVs and trucks.

Walgreens is facing a lawsuit for allegedly dispensing millions of unlawful opioid prescriptions from 2012 to the present.

THE ROTATOR,
SUNDAY REWIND,

Ladies and Gentlemen: our most-clicked stories of the week. Enjoy!

A before-and-after video of a high-end neighborhood in Palisades devastated by last week’s wildfires showed destruction you’d expect in a war zone.

Mars hides behind the Full Wolf Moon in these photos of last week’s full moon passing in front of the Red Planet.

A 105-year-old woman shared her wisdom about how to think about how to think positively about aging.

QUICK HITS,

This chart details how America’s Top 20 billionaires made their wealth, from retail to automotive.

British superspy James Bond showcased a number of name-brand watches in his many films, and the Robb Report ranked the best 25.

In-Depth: Can you be lonely even while surrounded by people? Researchers say loneliness isn’t about whether a person is actually alone.

What would the Empire State Building look like in different architectural styles? Here are nine radically different designs developed by digital artists.

An Australian freediver went for a 370-foot, 2-inch stroll at the bottom of a pool to break the Guinness World Record for the longest underwater walk with one breath by a woman.

NASA’s “Beautiful Earth” collection features 14 startling photos of Earth landscapes taken from space.

Daily Quote,

“What we’re telling ICE, you’re going to go enforce the immigration law without apology. You’re going to concentrate on the worst first, public safety threats first, but no one is off the table.”

— Tom Homan, incoming border czar, indicating that Chicago will be among the cities where federal authorities make arrests

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The Saturday Flyover Replay : TikTok Ban Upheld, NFL Playoff Weekend, and Trump’s New Portrait

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Saturday, January 18, 2025,

Good Morning! On this day in 1803, President Thomas Jefferson requested $2,500 from Congress to fund the Lewis and Clark expedition. A vast area of the land the expedition surveyed and explored eventually became part of the Louisiana Purchase.

With an Arctic air cold blast on its way, this is a reminder that freezing cold temperatures will sweep across much of the country into next week. If you’re in its path, please stay safe and warm.

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TAKEOFF,

Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban,

The Supreme Court unanimously upheld a law requiring TikTok to shut down by Sunday unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the app to an American entity.

While the Court sided with the government that the law addressing national security concerns doesn’t violate First Amendment rights, President Joe Biden announced he wouldn’t enforce the ban, leaving the decision to incoming President Donald Trump.

TikTok CEO Shou Chew responded with a video thanking Trump, who has generated 60 billion views on the platform.

Meanwhile, “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary has put forward a $20 billion cash offer to buy the app while warning that service providers could face fines exceeding $1 billion daily after Sunday. Trump remains noncommittal, saying he needs “time to review the situation.”

Trump Inauguration Moved Indoors,

President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony will be moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda due to cold temperatures expected Monday in Washington, D.C., with highs in the low 20s and wind chills in the single digits.

The temperatures make this the coldest inauguration since Reagan’s 1985 ceremony, which was also forced indoors due to extreme weather.

In a Truth Social post announcing the change, Trump cited safety concerns for law enforcement, first responders, and supporters, noting that traditional outdoor events will be relocated to Capital One Arena.

Startup Freezes Patients Hoping for Later Revival,

Tomorrow.Bio, Europe’s first cryonics lab, is offering to freeze patients after death for $200,000 with the hope of reviving them in the future when medical technology advances sufficiently to cure their cause of death.

The Berlin-based startup has already preserved “three or four” people and five pets, with nearly 700 more signed up, and plans to expand across the U.S. in 2025.

However, critics call the concept “preposterous,” noting that no one has ever been successfully revived after cryopreservation and that there’s no proof complex human brains can be restored.

Still, the company’s co-founder Emil Kendziorra remains optimistic, comparing initial skepticism of cryonics to early doubts about organ transplantation.

POLITICS,

President Biden on Friday commuted the sentences of nearly 2,500 nonviolent drug offenders, setting a record for the most pardons and commutations in a single term.

Also on Friday, Biden stated that the Equal Rights Amendment should be considered ratified, even though it didn’t receive the necessary approval from three-fourths of the states before the deadline for ratification.

Vivek Ramaswamy, former presidential candidate and co-chair of the new Department of Government Efficiency, plans to run for Ohio governor, sources confirmed Friday.

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SPORTS,

The NFL divisional playoff round starts today with the Kansas City Chiefs vs. the Houston Texans and the Washington Commanders vs. the Detroit Lions. On Sunday, the Los Angeles Rams will face the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Buffalo Bills will battle the Baltimore Ravens.

Naomi Osaka retired from her third-round Australian Open match Friday after the two-time champion strained an abdominal muscle, losing the opening set against Belinda Bencic.

U.S. Olympic skiing champion Lindsey Vonn’s attempted comeback suffered a minor setback Thursday, crashing during a training session in Italy, stating, “My bum is sore, but otherwise I’m good.”

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin’s Stanley Cup championship rings, which were feared stolen during a burglary last weekend, have been found in his home, authorities say.

The White House Transition,

President-elect Donald Trump’s official portrait shows a stern-faced Trump staring down the camera, breaking new ground in presidential headshots.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine appointed his lieutenant governor, Jon Husted, to the Senate seat vacated by Vice President-elect JD Vance.

Sen. Chuck Schumer revealed that he privately urged President Joe Biden not to run for re-election after Biden’s faltering debate performance with President-elect Donald Trump. At the time, Schumer publicly supported Biden.

THE ROTATOR,
BEYOND OUR BORDERS,

The Israeli cabinet approved a cease-fire deal with Hamas on Friday after delays, enabling the release of 33 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

Satellite photos revealed a mysterious airstrip nearing completion on a remote Yemeni island amid a stalemated war between Houthi rebels and a Saudi-led coalition.

Archaeologists in Pompeii unearthed a 2,000-year-old private bathhouse with mosaics, hot and cold rooms, and a large plunge pool.

ET CETERA,

A SpaceX rocket test on Thursday ended with a destroyed Starship upper stage, briefly delaying Miami flights. The booster successfully landed in Texas.

A doorbell camera captured a bear family visiting a Florida home, exploring the yard and porch.

Six planets will be in alignment for the rest of January 2025, with Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars visible to the naked eye.

Daily Quote,

“(You’ll) go down in American history as one of the darkest figures.”

— Sen. Chuck Schumer to President Joe Biden, listing potential consequences if Biden didn’t pull out of the 2024 presidential election.

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The Friday Flyover Replay : ‘Siberian Express’ Hits U.S., Darth Vader Fish, and a New South Pole Record

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Friday, January 17, 2025,

Good Morning! On this day in 1916, the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) was established when a group of golf professionals and several leading amateur golfers gathered at the Taplow Club in New York City.

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TAKEOFF,

‘Siberian Express’ to Bring Record Cold to U.S.,

A brutal blast of cold air, dubbed the Siberian Express, is set to sweep across the United States starting Thursday night in the Rockies, affecting up to 280 million Americans with temperatures colder than Anchorage, Alaska.

The frigid air will make President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington on Monday the coldest since Ronald Reagan’s second swearing-in, with temperatures around 22 degrees and wind chills in the single digits.

The Arctic outbreak, caused by a disruption in the polar vortex, will reach its peak intensity Tuesday morning. Watch a report here.

About 80 million people are likely to experience subzero temperatures during this cold snap, which experts say could last through the end of January, with another possible polar vortex event returning in early February.

Netanyahu Delays Gaza Truce Vote Amid Crisis,

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu postponed the Israeli Cabinet vote on a Gaza ceasefire deal until today, citing a “last-minute crisis” with Hamas over unspecified parts of the agreement.

The delay comes as Netanyahu’s coalition partners mount fierce resistance, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir threatening to withdraw his party from the government if the deal is approved.

The proposed agreement would pause the 15-month war and see 33 of about 100 remaining hostages released over six weeks in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, though air strikes continued overnight.

Mr. Baseball Passes Away at 90,

Bob Uecker, the beloved Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster known as “Mr. Baseball” who turned a mediocre playing career into a Hall of Fame broadcasting tenure spanning 54 seasons, has died at 90.

His family said he had battled small-cell lung cancer since early 2023. View his life in photos here.

Beyond the broadcast booth, Uecker gained national fame through his self-deprecating humor on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Miller Lite commercials, and roles in the Major League films and TV series Mr. Belvedere.

In his final radio broadcast on Oct. 3, 2024, Bob Uecker called the Milwaukee Brewers’ Wild Card Game 3 loss to the New York Mets when a 2-0 ninth-inning lead slipped away in what would be the legendary announcer’s last time behind the microphone.

POLITICS,

Two journalists disrupted Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s last press briefing on Thursday, criticizing his handling of the war in Gaza and claiming he participated in genocide.

Residents and businesses impacted by the Palisades Fire filed a lawsuit Monday against Los Angeles and the Department of Water and Power, alleging negligence and demanding damages.

Attorneys for former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani announced a tentative agreement in his $146 million defamation lawsuit, allowing him to retain key assets, including his apartments and World Series rings.

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SPORTS,

LIV Golf and Fox Sports reached a multiyear broadcast deal Thursday to air over half of the tour’s 14 events, with financial terms undisclosed.

The National Football Foundation announced the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame class Wednesday, including coaches Urban Meyer and Nick Saban among 18 players and four coaches.

American tennis player Danielle Collins was booed by Australian Open spectators after eliminating a local player on Thursday night, responding to the heckling by blowing kisses and repeating the phrase, “How about that?!”

Buffalo Sabres forward Ryan McLeod recorded his first career hat trick Wednesday, scoring the final goal against an empty net despite not getting the shot off.

The White House Transition,

A poll released Thursday shows 56% of Americans believe President-elect Donald Trump will perform well in his second term, while 43% expect him to do poorly.

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will skip President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday, her spokesperson confirmed, without providing a reason.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will raise American flags at the Capitol on Monday during Trump’s inauguration, joining other states in pausing half-staff tributes to the late President Carter.

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: Symbotic Inc. shares surged 19% Thursday after announcing the acquisition of Walmart’s robotics business for $520 million, with plans to automate 400 stores.

BP plans to cut 5% of its global workforce, eliminating 4,700 jobs, primarily in the UK and the U.S., as part of CEO Murray Auchincloss’s cost-cutting initiative.

Tesla announced discounts of up to $2,630 on the Cybertruck models as demand cools. Analysts cite styling, high prices, and a modest mileage range for weak sales.

The Federal Trade Commission sued John Deere on Thursday, accusing the company of unfairly restricting farmers’ ability to repair their own tractors.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

Scientists discovered a new species of giant sea bug off Vietnam’s Spratly Islands. The 2.2-pound isopod, named Bathynomus vaderi for its resemblance to Star Wars villain Darth Vader.

NASA astronaut Suni Williams, one of two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station, conducted her first spacewalk Thursday after seven months aboard.

Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, successfully launched its New Glenn rocket Thursday, becoming the first company to reach orbit on its inaugural launch of a new orbital-class rocket.

THE ROTATOR,
ENTERTAINMENT,

Director and writer David Lynch, known for dark and surreal themes in film and television projects including Blue Velvet, Mulholland Drive, and Twin Peaks, has died at 78.

President-elect Donald Trump named actors Mel Gibson, Jon Voight, and Sylvester Stallone “Special Ambassadors” to Hollywood, saying they would be his eyes and ears in a troubled industry.

Live Nation is organizing FireAid, a late-January charity concert featuring resident musicians to raise funds for Los Angeles wildfire relief, with the lineup yet to be announced.

ET CETERA,

A Southwest pilot was removed from the cockpit in Savannah, Georgia, after allegedly showing signs of alcohol intoxication before a flight to Chicago. He faces DUI charges.

A 21-year-old Norwegian adventurer, Karen Kylleso, became the youngest person to reach the South Pole on skis, solo and unassisted, completing the 702-mile journey in 54 days.

A red fox delighted skiers in Aspen, Colorado, by diving headfirst into the snow to catch prey. The moment, captured on video, is trending online.

Daily Quote,

“I was one of those people who just got caught up watching poker on ESPN.”

— Tom Goldstein, a Supreme Court lawyer and Harvard Law professor, who was indicted for federal tax evasion after failing to declare millions in poker winnings.

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The Thursday Flyover Replay : Biden Farewell, Gaza Ceasefire, and a Big Boy Spider

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Thursday, January 16, 2025,

Good Morning! On this day in 1919, the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, establishing Prohibition as national law, was ratified by the necessary number of states.

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TAKEOFF,

Biden Delivers Farewell Address,

President Joe Biden delivered his farewell address to the nation on Wednesday night, reflecting on his decades-long political career and achievements. He also cautioned against what he described as a “rising oligarchy.”

The 17-minute speech started with praise for his foreign policy team on securing a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. He then warned about the “dangerous concentration of power among a few ultra-wealthy individuals.”

Describing it as an oligarchy and a tech-industrial complex, Biden stated that this new power posed a threat to the nation’s democracy and fundamental rights and freedoms, referencing President Dwight Eisenhower’s warnings about the military-industrial complex when he left office.

Biden then called for reforms to the tax code, term limits for Supreme Court justices, and a constitutional amendment to end presidential immunity, concluding that it has been a privilege to serve the nation for over 50 years.

Israel, Hamas Agree on Ceasefire,

Israel and Hamas on Wednesday reached a tentative ceasefire agreement and hostage release deal, pausing the 15-month war in the Gaza Strip.

The negotiated ceasefire will be implemented in three phases over six weeks, starting on Sunday. Phase one calls for the release of 33 of the nearly 100 hostages still held by Hamas and a drawdown of Israeli troops in Gaza.

Negotiations for phase two will start on Day 16 of the ceasefire, aiming for the release of all living hostages and the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces. Phase three will involve returning the bodies of remaining hostages and beginning reconstruction in Gaza.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hasn’t formally accepted the ceasefire agreement, stating he would only issue a formal response “after the final details of the agreement, which are currently being worked on, are completed.”

TikTok to Shut Down in the U.S. on Sunday,

TikTok plans to completely shut down its app for U.S. users starting this Sunday when a federal ban could take effect unless blocked by the Supreme Court.

Meanwhile, American users are flocking to Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu (dubbed “RedNote”), making the Chinese-language app the most downloaded on the Apple App Store this week despite having no English interface.

President Joe Biden signed legislation in April requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. assets by January 19, 2025, or face a nationwide ban, although President-elect Donald Trump has called for extending the deadline.

According to three sources familiar with the matter, the Biden administration is now reportedly exploring options to keep TikTok accessible in the United States if a ban moves forward.

POLITICS,

Two advocacy groups linked to Democrats Stacey Abrams and Raphael Warnock were fined $300,000 Wednesday after the Georgia Ethics Commission found 16 violations, including their illegal election work for Abrams.

A federal pilot program has recovered $31 million in Social Security payments that went to dead people, aiming for $215 million by 2026.

Two House Democrats crossed party lines, joining GOP lawmakers to help pass a bill banning men from competing in women’s sports, sending the legislation to the Senate for consideration.

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Thanks Christopher,

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SPORTS,

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers declared for the NFL draft in a post on social media Wednesday after leading the Longhorns to their only two appearances in the modern College Football Playoff era.

The Pittsburgh Penguins and local authorities are investigating a weekend burglary at forward Evgeni Malkin’s Sewickley Heights home, where his three Stanley Cup championship rings were reportedly stolen.

Tennis star Coco Gauff extended her 2025 unbeaten streak to seven matches Wednesday, advancing to the third round of the Australian Open with a win over 173rd-ranked Jodie Burrage.

The Oklahoma City Thunder pranked their beloved sideline reporter, Nick Gallo, Tuesday night, stacking towels on him during a post-game interview with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

The White House Transition,

A number of President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks sat for Senate confirmation hearings Wednesday, including Secretary of State nominee Sen. Marco Rubio, who supported Trump’s position on Greenland.

The garbage truck that Trump rode in response to President Joe Biden calling his supporters “garbage” is scheduled to make an appearance at Monday’s inauguration.

Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey gifted Trump with the first-ever Presidential Commemorative Inaugural Diet Coke bottle featuring the event’s date and an illustration of the White House.

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: IonQ shares surged 33% Tuesday after announcing a $21.1 million project with the U.S. Air Force Research Lab, advancing quantum computing.

The Dow surged 700 points on Wednesday as cooling inflation and strong bank earnings fueled investor optimism. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also posted major gains.

Coors Light is rebranding as “Mondays Light” for a limited time to combat post-Super Bowl fatigue, sure to set in after Feb. 9, featuring special packaging nationwide.

The SEC sued Elon Musk on Tuesday, alleging he failed to disclose Twitter stock purchases in 2022, potentially saving $150 million by buying shares at lower prices.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

SpaceX launched two lunar landers on Wednesday, sending spacecraft from the U.S. and Japan on a monthslong journey to the moon to carry out separate missions.

Australian scientists have discovered a new species of funnel-web spider, larger and more venomous than its relatives, nicknaming it “Big Boy.”

Skywatchers captured striking images of Monday’s Full Wolf Moon, the first full moon of the year, showing Mars as the moon appeared to pass in front of the Red Planet.

THE ROTATOR,
THROWBACK THURSDAY,

Watch a clip of the hit show Friends reimagined as a 1950s sitcom by an AI artist, complete with vintage visuals and voiceovers.

This curated collection of 50 photos from Instagram’s “Historical Snapshots” page offers a vivid glimpse into 20th-century America.

Marriage practices have evolved since Baby Boomers tied the knot. Explore which traditions have faded and which ones might deserve a comeback.

ET CETERA,

The Food and Drug Administration is banning Red No. 3, a synthetic food coloring linked to cancer in laboratory animals, giving manufacturers until Jan. 15, 2027, to reformulate thousands of products.

All blue-eyed people share a genetic link tracing back 6,000-10,000 years to a single ancestor, the result of a rare DNA mutation, according to scientists.

A trail camera captured two bald eagle chicks, Whisper and Skylar, hatching in Beaufort, South Carolina, offering a rare glimpse into their first moments.

Daily Quote,

“You’re all so worried about (prosecuting) Liz Cheney, Senator, you know what we should be worried about? The crime rate in California right now is through the roof.”

— Pam Bondi, U.S. attorney general nominee, responding to California Sen. Adam Schiff’s concerns about Liz Cheney.

And thats the news for today.

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The Wednesday Flyover Replay : Hegseth Hearing, New Walmart Logo, and a Tiny House on the Moon

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Wednesday, January 15, 2025,

Good Morning! On this day in 2009, Captain Chesley Burnett Sullenberger III performed the “Miracle on the Hudson,” safely landing an Airbus A320 on the Hudson River after it was struck by a flock of birds shortly after takeoff.

In today’s edition, we feature a story about a 105-year-old who advises younger generations to always find the positives in life.

We hope you enjoyed reading today’s Flyover. Let us know how we’re doing by replying to Russell Sherrard at russellsherrard@reagan.com.

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TAKEOFF,

Hegseth Battles Through Four-Hour Hearing,

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Defense Department, endured a four-hour Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday, fielding questions about his qualifications, personal conduct, and military policy.

Senate Armed Services Committee Democrats criticized Hegseth, alleging that the veteran and former Fox News host held a negative view of women in the military and accused him of degrading female soldiers.

GOP lawmakers and officials praised Hegseth’s temperament and his ability to handle personal attacks while staying on message. Former White House Press Secretary Ari Fleischer described Hegseth as “refreshing” for remaining focused on policy instead of playing politics.

Confirmation hearings will continue through the week with lawmakers scheduled to question Department of Homeland Security candidate Gov. Kristi Noem, Attorney General candidate Pam Bondi, and State Department nominee Sen. Marco Rubio.

DOJ Releases Trump Report,

The Justice Department released Volume One of former Special Counsel Jack Smith’s report on his investigation into President-elect Donald Trump’s alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

The 174-page document contained a letter from Smith to Attorney General Merrick Garland in which the special counsel asserted that the evidence presented would have been sufficient to secure a conviction.

Trump responded to the report through a series of social media posts, labeling Smith as “deranged” and proclaiming his innocence, stating, “The Voters Have Spoken!!!”

Starbucks Ends Its Open-Door Policy,

Starbucks announced Monday it is reversing its 2018 open-door policy and will now require purchases for customers who want to hang out in the cafe or use its restrooms.

The new rules reverse an open-door policy put in place in 2018, after two black men were arrested at a Philadelphia Starbucks where they had gone for a business meeting. They bought nothing and the store ended up calling the police, leading to an outcry against the company.

The new code of conduct prohibits activities including discrimination, drug use, and panhandling, with violators facing potential removal and law enforcement intervention.

The policy shift comes under new CEO Brian Niccol’s leadership as the company aims to prioritize paying customers and address safety concerns that have led to store closures.

POLITICS,

President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will create an “External Revenue Service” to collect all revenue from foreign sources, stating it was time for them to pay their “fair share.”

Members of the Jan. 6 Select Committee, fearing retribution from President-elect Donald Trump, have met privately with the White House to discuss possible presidential pardons, according to sources.

President Biden announced Monday that the Navy’s next two aircraft carriers will be named after former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, adding that he personally informed the two of them.

After a word from one of our sponsors Jenny will be Narrating the last half of the news.

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Now, back to the News.

SPORTS,

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones discussed the team’s coaching vacancy with Hall of Famer and Colorado coach Deion Sanders, though no formal interview is planned.

Daniil Medvedev, a three-time Australian Open finalist, broke his racket and a net camera in frustration after losing a set, but bounced back to reach the second round Tuesday.

The Texas man accused of stalking WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark appeared in an Indiana court on Tuesday, disrupting the proceedings by shouting that he was “guilty as charged.”

The White House Transition,

President-elect Donald Trump will virtually address over 60 world leaders as President of the U.S. at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland three days after he’s officially sworn into office.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama’s office confirmed she will skip President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next week, marking her second absence from recent gatherings of former U.S. leaders and spouses.

Vice President Kamala Harris has not invited Vice President-elect J.D. Vance and his family for a pre-inauguration conversation or Naval Observatory residence tour, sources report.

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: H&E Equipment Services stock jumped 105% Tuesday after the company agreed to a $4.8 billion takeover by United Rentals.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau sued Capital One, accusing the bank of deceptive marketing that allegedly cost customers over $2 billion in savings interest.

Walmart unveiled its first logo redesign in nearly 20 years on Tuesday, modernizing its look while nodding to founder Sam Walton’s legacy.

Southwest Airlines paused corporate hiring and summer internships to cut costs, citing the need for better margins after activist investor pressure.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

NASA astronaut and astrophotographer Don Pettit captured images of comet C/2024 G3, which passed through Earth’s southern hemisphere with its glowing tail visible this week.

A Chinese aerospace firm plans to test its supersonic jet prototype this year, aiming for a 2030 launch to cut New York-London travel to under an hour.

Neuralink has implanted its third brain-computer interface device in a human, with CEO Elon Musk confirming success and plans to complete at least 20 more implants this year.

THE ROTATOR,
WISDOM WEDNESDAY,

Understanding your partner’s personal love language can help make gestures of love and gratitude more meaningful.

A 105-year-old redefined the idea of middle age with a surprising answer while sharing insights on staying positive through life’s stages.

A personal finance blogger experimented with letting artificial intelligence software manage her finances for 30 days. She reported 15-30% savings, reduced stress, and smarter spending insights.

ET CETERA,

Firefighters dropped pink retardant over L.A. wildfires, slowing flames and marking targets. The vivid color now coats homes, cars, and yards.

A Swedish artist’s miniature red house will be launched to the moon on a SpaceX rocket. The project, funded by over $620,000 in donations, merges art with space exploration in a groundbreaking way.

Eagles star receiver A.J. Brown was spotted reading Inner Excellence during a playoff game. The little-known inspirational book launched immediately from obscurity to Amazon’s No. 1 bestseller.

Daily Quote,

“I know that well, I’m a Sheehy. I’m on board.”

— Sen. Tim Sheehy, responding to Sec. of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth’s statement that there are only two genders.

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The Tuesday Flyover Replay : New Winds Threaten L.A., ‘Ghost Island’ Disappears, and a Feral Cat Condo

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Tuesday, January 14, 2025,

Good Morning! On this day in 1943, Franklin D. Roosevelt landed in Casablanca, becoming the first U.S. president to travel on official business by airplane to avoid German U-boats and meet with Winston Churchill.

We hope you enjoyed reading today’s Flyover. Let us know how we’re doing by replying to Russell Sherrard at russellsherrard@reagan.com.

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TAKEOFF,

Strong Winds Return to Fuel L.A. Fires,

Another round of strong winds moved into the Los Angeles area on Monday, threatening progress in the fight against historic wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and claimed at least 24 lives.

The return of powerful, gusting winds could also present firefighters with unexpected events like the “firenado,” a flaming tornado capable of producing 100 mph winds. See the Palisades firenado here.

Over 60 square miles of land have burned as the Palisades and Eaton wildfires remain active in Southern California. Officials have issued red flag warnings, implemented curfews, and announced the evacuation of 92,000 people in Los Angeles County.

As crews battle wildfires, police are addressing concerns about looting in evacuated areas. Authorities have arrested nearly 40 people, including 10 in possession of burglary tools.

Judge Clears Release of Smith’s Jan. 6 Report,

Federal Judge Aileen Cannon ruled Monday that the Justice Department can release Volume One of former special counsel Jack Smith’s final report on his Jan. 6 investigation.

However, she reserved a ruling on whether Volume Two, which contains classified documents, can be shared with congressional leadership.

A hearing on the classified documents portion is scheduled for Jan. 17, three days before Trump’s inauguration. The first volume could be released as soon as midnight Monday.

Senate Democrats are pushing to preserve Jack Smith’s final report and related records before Trump takes office, though his incoming administration is expected to shelve the documents.

Greenland Open to Talks with U.S.,

Greenland’s leader Múte Egede expressed willingness to enter discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump about the Arctic territory’s future while maintaining that Greenlanders have no interest in becoming American citizens.

Meanwhile, Danish officials have reportedly also sent private messages to the president-elect, signaling a willingness to discuss expanding the U.S. military presence in Greenland.

Speaking alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Egede acknowledged Greenland as “a place that the Americans see as part of their world” but emphasized his people’s desire for independence, stating “Greenland is for the Greenlandic people.”

Vice President-elect JD Vance indicated Sunday “there’s a deal to be made” regarding the strategic Arctic island.

POLITICS,

President Joe Biden addressed the State Department on Monday, asserting that his administration left President-elect Donald Trump a “strong hand” to play in foreign affairs.

The Hunter Biden investigation report was released Monday, with Special Counsel David Weiss criticizing President Biden for a “miscarriage of justice” for pardoning his son.

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo won 32% of likely Democratic voters in an early New York City mayoral poll, surpassing current Mayor Eric Adams and other candidates by double digits.

After a word from one of our sponsors Jenny will be Narrating the last half of the news.

And Now, A word From one of Our Sponsors,

Promote your book/ebook on twitter and anything digital. For example, Christian Apps. I can hear all the naysayers say that twitter is a cesspool and you can’t sell anything on twitter. I have been on twitter since August 2012. I am an author and I can tell you this is false. I have sold many, many books that I can track back to twitter. I have 14 thousand 190+ followers on twitter and it all depends on who you follow. My followers are about half political and half writers, authors and readers. Now there are some writers, and especially christian writers say that they don’t feel right selling their books. You mean to tell me that God led you to write the book and all that goes into it and not mean for you to not tell people about it? I just don’t buy it.

I will send your messages either manually or scheduled. Will gain followers daily which could turn into customers. I will boost your traffic and business. I will do my research in order to understand your niche and I will make sure I can help you boost your business.

For more information or to schedule one of these plans send email to Russell Sherrard at russellsherrard@reagan.com

Thanks Christopher,

Now, back to the News.

SPORTS,

The Los Angeles Rams beat the Minnesota Vikings 27-9 Monday night, completing the Wild Card round of NFL playoffs in a game moved from L.A. to Arizona because of the California fires.

The Dallas Cowboys announced Monday they won’t renew coach Mike McCarthy’s contract. McCarthy was coach for five seasons but won only one playoff game.

Auburn’s men’s basketball team claimed the No. 1 spot in the AP poll Monday, unseating Tennessee after the Volunteers’ loss to Florida ended their five-week reign.

A Texas man has been charged with felony stalking for sending violent messages to WNBA star Caitlin Clark on social media and driving to her Indianapolis home, authorities say.

The White House Transition,

The Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee announced the inauguration weekend schedule, including three inaugural balls, a fireworks display, and Monday’s official swearing-in ceremony.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis informed state lawmakers of a special session called for the week of Jan. 27 to help implement President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed immigration policies.

Incoming First Lady Melania Trump announced production has begun on her documentary about returning to the White House, noting she plans to spend most of her time in Washington this term.

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: Shares of Trump Media & Technology surged 31% on Monday—one week before Donald Trump’s inauguration.

Despite strong holiday sales, shares of Lululemon, Abercrombie, and American Eagle dipped as Wall Street remained unimpressed with their performance, while Macy’s also struggled.

Billionaire Frank McCourt’s Project Liberty has made a bid to acquire TikTok from ByteDance before its U.S. ban, proposing American ownership, an open-source platform, and enhanced user data safety.

The Biden administration has proposed stricter chip export rules for artificial intelligence research, aiming to secure U.S. technological leadership while limiting access in nations like China. The industry has pushed back, citing risks to innovation.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

To their surprise, scientists discovered that northern cricket frogs use a unique “porpoising” behavior in water, performing rapid belly flops across the water instead of skipping like a stone.

Satellites captured images of a “ghost island” emerging and disappearing off Azerbaijan’s coast, formed by a 2023 mud volcano eruption later eroded away by the ocean.

A new Japanese-designed electric spoon uses a weak electrical current to stimulate taste buds, enhancing sodium ions in food and adding a salty taste without extra salt.

THE ROTATOR,
TRAVEL TUESDAY,

Noctourism? Calmcations? Off-season Safaris? The BBC has identified the seven top travel trends emerging for 2025 based on surveys and interviews with industry experts.

Here is a video showcasing the top 10 prohibited items TSA agents intercepted from passengers last year. Items include a vape pen inside a tube of toothpaste and live snakes smuggled in a passenger’s pants. (See Video)

What are the most reliable airlines? According to a new survey, tiny Avelo Airlines ranked first both for on-time performance and fewest cancellations. Delta landed second for on-time flights, while Southwest came in second for the lowest cancellation rate.

ET CETERA,

Portland, Maine, was ranked as the most livable U.S. city in 2024, excelling in health care, education, and coastal amenities. Lincoln, Nebraska, ranked second overall.

Feral cat rescue in Minnesota went viral after a family hand-built a heated outdoor condo for a pregnant stray and her kittens. It’s now livestreamed on YouTube.

Firstborn children face a higher risk of anxiety and depression, a new study reveals, citing the heightened pressures and responsibilities they often endure as contributing factors.

Daily Quote,

“(Trump) has a negotiating style which involves positioning himself in the best way he can for discussions. I think that is what this is.”

— Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman on Canada’s willingness to purchase more U.S. goods to avoid tariffs.

And thats the news for today.

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Long Ago, when the Roman Empire was at the height of its glory, a common saying was “All Roads Lead to Rome.” I want to tell you about a very special road — a road that existed then and still exists now. This road, now almost 2,000 years old, has never led to Rome. Yet, strangely enough, it is called the Romans Road.

This takes the reader to selected passages in the Book of Romans in the Bible to explain the plan of Salvation. This is the ideal way to share the gospel using your Kindle. The reader can also read the entire book of Romans un-interrupted.