The Tuesday Flyover Replay : Dockworker Strike, Pete Rose Dies, and a VP Debate

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

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

THE FLYOVER,

Tuesday, October 1, 2024,

Good Morning! On this day in 1962, Johnny Carson began his legendary 30-year tenure as host of “The Tonight Show,” succeeding Jack Paar and becoming one of the most influential figures in 20th-century entertainment.

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TAKEOFF,

Dockworkers’ Strike Shuts Down Major Ports,

Dockworkers’ strike shut down major U.S. ports on Tuesday. The 45,000-strong walkout threatens product shortages and higher prices ahead of the holiday shopping season.

The White House is urging negotiations but says President Joe Biden doesn’t plan to intervene, despite warnings from business groups that a strike could cost the economy an estimated $5 billion per day.

The International Longshoremen’s Association and employer group United States Maritime Alliance are at an impasse over wages and automation at 36 ports that handle about half of the nation’s cargo.

Many retailers have rushed to import holiday merchandise early, but a prolonged strike would disrupt supply chains as the Christmas season approaches.

U.S. Sends More Troops to Mideast,

The Pentagon announced on Monday that it will deploy thousands of additional U.S. troops, including fighter jet squadrons, to the Middle East to defend Israel, bringing the total U.S. forces in the region to around 43,000.

President Biden initially denied Sunday that the U.S. was planning to send more troops to the Middle East, but the situation changed as Israel began limited strikes across the border into Lebanon Monday.

The Israeli military said its targets were located in villages close to the border that posed “an immediate threat to Israeli communities in northern Israel.” It said its air force and artillery were helping with “precise strikes.”

Baseball Legend Pete Rose Dies,

Former Cincinnati Reds superstar Pete Rose, who retired as the sport’s all-time leader in hits before being banned from the sport forever, died Monday at 83.

Rose, whose nickname was “Charlie Hustle,” finished his career with 4,256 hits, the most in baseball history. He and Ty Cobb are the only two players to ever surpass 4,000 hits. He also holds the record for games played, plate appearances and at-bats.

The end of his career came swiftly when evidence arose that he was betting on baseball games. He received a lifetime ban in 1989 and was jailed for several months for tax evasion.

That ban also made him ineligible for induction into baseball’s Hall of Fame, a decision that remains controversial to this day.

POLITICS,

Former President Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 100th birthday today with philanthropic events as he becomes the longest-living president in American history. This will be his first birthday since the death of his wife Rosalynn last November.

Ryan Wesley Routh pleaded not guilty to five federal charges on Monday, including the attempted assassination of former President Trump, following an incident at Trump’s Florida golf course last month.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ lawyers requested the dismissal of the bribery charge in his federal indictment, arguing that the allegations were vague and didn’t show that Adams broke the law.

President Biden announced on Monday that he would request additional funds from Congress for disaster assistance while officials and aid groups worked to deliver supplies to areas devastated by Hurricane Helene.

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Now, back to the News.

SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT,

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, known for his shot-blocking prowess and post-career basketball ambassadorship, died at 58 from brain cancer after an 18-season career with six teams.

The MLB Wild Card round will kick off the MLB postseason today, with games starting as early as 2:30 PM ET and as late as 8:30 PM.

➤ Washington Commanders’ star rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels has completed 82.1% of his passes through four games this season, surpassing Tom Brady’s previous NFL record set during his 2007 MVP season.

2024 Election Countdown,

Election Countdown: 34 Days,

Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are set to face off tonight in the only scheduled vice presidential debate, with a 90-minute event moderated by CBS in New York City.

In other vice-presidential candidate news, the Department of Veterans Affairs confirmed that employees improperly accessed the medical records of both Vance and Walz, prompting a Justice Department investigation into the breach.

Vice President Harris voiced her support for marijuana legalization on a podcast Monday, her first public statement on the issue since becoming a candidate.

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: FUTU stock was up 12% on Monday after Bank of America raised its price target on the company from $80.20 to $90.00.

Salt Life, an outdoor apparel chain, will close 28 stores nationwide after filing for bankruptcy and being acquired by new owners. Liquidation sales offering up to 40% off began on September 20.

Verizon customers nationwide experienced widespread network outages on Monday morning, with over 100,000 reports logged and many phones limited to SOS mode.

Netflix cancelations reportedly tripled after co-founder Reed Hastings revealed a $7 million donation to Kamala Harris’ campaign, peaking on July 26.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

The Energy Department approved a $1.5 billion loan to restart Michigan’s Holtec Palisades nuclear plant, echoing the $1.6 billion deal between Microsoft and Constellation Energy to revive Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island.

The Army has invested over $40 million to develop eight radio-controlled prototype vehicles capable of transporting up to 1,000 pounds of equipment and weapons, reducing soldier fatigue and injury.

A list of the best-reviewed science museums in America features family-friendly experiences in diverse fields, including paleontology and physics.

THE ROTATOR,
TRAVEL TUESDAY,

From Asia’s towering Statue of Unity to Oceania’s modest Big Merino, here’s a list of the tallest statues on each inhabited continent.

Haunted roads across the U.S. offer spooky drives, from New Mexico’s Route 666 to Nevada’s alien-filled Route 375. Drivers report ghostly sightings, mysterious figures, and paranormal activity.

Keanu Reeves has won the admiration of air travelers who’ve met him in airports over the years, as he demonstrated by patiently answering a young fan’s rapid-fire questions at baggage claim.

ET CETERA,

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards announced 2024 finalists for funniest animal photos, including a hide-and-seek cheetah, hugging bears, and a “mafia boss” flying squirrel.

Teslas are bursting into flames from the salt-water flooding caused by Hurricane Helene, prompting officials to warn electric vehicle owners about potential fire risks.

A Montana rancher was sentenced to six months in prison for illegally breeding hybrid sheep. The 81-year-old used tissue and testicles from imported Marco Polo sheep to create larger animals for trophy hunting.

Construction began on the world’s first 3D-printed hotel in Texas. A massive printer is building 43 rooms and 18 homes near Marfa.

Daily Quote,

“I think he has probably done more personally in his post-presidency than anyone else because he’s not out there looking for attention.”

— Presidential historian Cassandra Newby-Alexander on Jimmy Carter’s legacy.

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