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Friday, December 6, 2024
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Good Morning! On this day in 1884, the Washington Monument was completed when workers placed a nine-inch aluminum pyramid inscribed with “Laus Deo,” which eans “praise be to God,” atop a white marble tower.
Offbeat football news: Bengals’ quarterback Joe Burrow, similar to ex-NFL star Doug Flutie, won a Heisman Trophy and now owns a Batmobile. Flutie has a 1966 version, while Burrow spent $3 million on a newer model featured below.
Today’s sponsor is Dr. Steven Gundry, MD; check out their nutritional advice in today’s edition.
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 Details Emerge on NYC Shooting Suspect
Authorities continue to collect evidence as new details and images emerged on the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson two days ago. You can see newly released photos here.
At the scene, authorities found a cell phone and shell casings marked with the words “deny,” “defend,” and “depose,” resembling the phrase “delay, deny, defend” used to describe how insurers deny services and payments. It’s also the title of a 2010 book critical of the industry.
The gunman is still at large, but surveillance cameras captured footage of the suspect at a New York City hostel, a coffee shop, and exiting a subway station near the site of the shooting. You can see a map of the suspect’s movements here.
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7.0 Quake Hits Northern California
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the Northern California coast in Humboldt County Thursday morning.
The epicenter was about 130 miles south of the Oregon border, with tremors felt as far as San Francisco, 270 miles away. A tsunami warning was issued for 5.3 million residents along the coast but was later canceled.
The quake caused minor damage in Humboldt County, including cracked roads and power outages affecting 10,000 residents. Over 30 aftershocks followed, the largest at 4.3 magnitude.
Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency to assist recovery efforts.
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Bitcoin Breaks $100,000 Wall
The price of Bitcoin broke through the $100,000 barrier for the first time Wednesday night, reaching $103,713 before falling back to the mid-$90,000 range on Thursday.
Bitcoin’s recent price run followed Donald Trump’s victory at the polls, climbing over $30,000 since Election Day.
Wednesday’s record high arrived after President-elect Trump announced his choice of cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission.
“Clearly, there is anticipation that the new administration is going to be somewhat more favorable to crypto than the old administration was,” said S&P Global digital assets expert Andrew O’Neill.
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➤ Ronald Rowe, acting director of the Secret Service, had a heated exchange with Rep. Pat Fallon during a House hearing into Secret Service procedures that led to the men shouting accusations at each other. (See Video)
➤ Senate Republicans are considering a potential $85 billion spending bill aimed at limiting illegal immigration as their first budget effort next year’s session. (More)
➤ French President Emmanuel Macron vowed to remain in office until 2027 and appoint a new prime minister after Michel Barnier’s resignation, despite a no-confidence vote creating political deadlock. (More)
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Whistleblowing Doctor Links Common Health Issues to Widespread “Grocery Scam”
One of America’s top doctors is hoping you’ll read this before you set foot in another grocery store.
Renowned cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Steven Gundry has found an “invisible problem” affecting almost everything we eat. But almost nobody knows it’s happening — except the big food companies responsible for it.
And, Dr. Gundry’s research shows it could be the true cause of low energy, digestive issues, and unwanted weight gain in millions of Americans over 35.
Click Here to see Dr. Gundry’s report.
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➤ Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley headline the NFL’s Players of the Month for November. (More)
➤ The NFL has announced each team’s nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award — considered the most prestigious award a player can receive. (See Nominees)
➤ MLB is reportedly considering a “Golden At-Bat” rule, which would allow teams to substitute their best hitter in any spot once per game. (More)
➤ Tickets to get into the WNBA’s opening night game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky are currently starting at $271, which is more expensive than every NBA opening night game except for the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics. (More)
➤ Yesterday’s results: NFL | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | PGA
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Today’s Holiday section is brought to you by:
 Uber launched holiday delivery options on Uber Eats, offering Christmas trees, festive decor, and even a troupe of carolers in select locations. (See Details)
Rockefeller Center’s iconic Christmas tree, a 74-foot Norway spruce, was illuminated Wednesday evening with 50,000 lights and crowned by a Swarovski star under heightened security. (See Photo)
London tops the list of the most desirable Christmas holiday destinations for people from around the world, followed by Vienna and Prague. (See List)
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 Daily Market Report 12/05/2024
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NASDAQ
National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations |
19,700.72 |
-0.17%
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SPX
S&P 500 |
6,075.11 |
-0.19%
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DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average |
44,765.71 |
-0.55%
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BTC
Bitcoin |
$97,100.95 |
-1.69%
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GOLD
Per Ounce |
$2,655.00 |
0.05%
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SOUN
SoundHound AI Inc. |
$13.33 |
+31.33%
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Gold and Bitcoin are traded 24 hours a day.
➤ Big Stock Move: SoundHound AI stock jumped 31% Thursday on news that the company’s conversational AI technology would be rolled out at Torchy’s Tacos. (More)
➤ Dollar General is testing same-day delivery from about 75 of its stores to compete with bigger chains, with hopes that it will expand to “thousands of stores” in the future. (More)
➤ Blue Ridge Beef recalled 9,600 pounds of its Puppy Mix pet food over fears it may be tainted with salmonella. The recall covers seven states. (See Recall Details)
➤ Waymo announced it will expand its autonomous robotaxi to Miami in 2026. It’s currently testing and operating in Los Angeles, Austin, and Atlanta. (More)
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Americans’ Health In Big Trouble (Don’t Do This)
One of the top nutrition researchers in the world has just reported a surprising discovery. And it may prove life-changing for middle-aged and older Americans.
According to Dr. Gundry’s research, there’s one “anti-nutrient” that’s become widespread in American food. And this unhealthy compound — rather than just “age” — is often behind the digestive, energy, and weight problems people are having.
Click Here to watch Dr. Gundry’s short report about the toxic compound in food that causes problems in your body. And the food you can eat to block it.
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➤ Stargazers could view three celestial phenomena this week: a crescent moon, the Northern Lights, and Venus, the “Christmas Star,” set to appear in the night skies. (More)
➤ Google’s AI weather forecasting model, GenCast, has delivered more accurate weather predictions than top forecasting systems, officials claim. (More)
➤ A scientist has developed a 3D-printed, coral-inspired bone graft material that promotes bone growth within four weeks and naturally dissolves in 6-12 months. (More)
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➤ You’ve Got Mail, Die Hard, and The Sound of Music lead a list of the 25 best holiday films that may not prominently feature Christmas, but honor the spirit of the season. (See List)
➤ Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow revealed that he purchased a fully functional, 525-horsepower Batmobile for nearly $3 million after signing a contract extension last year. (More)
➤ Talk show host Drew Barrymore left Wicked star Ariana Grande speechless by surprising her with Glinda’s original wand from The Wizard of Oz. (See Wand)
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➤ An AI-generated Jesus avatar at a church in Switzerland has sparked controversy due to a confessional booth that allows people to interact with a lifelike screen in over 100 languages. (More)
➤ A Canadian man suffered serious injuries after jumping onto a polar bear to protect his wife from an early Tuesday morning ambush, police say. (More)
➤ An investigation into firearm sales found numerous law enforcement officials illegally buying and selling weapons online, through dealers, out of their homes, or the back of their cars. (More)
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Does tinsel belong on a Christmas tree?
- Yes
- No
Yesterday’s Results:
Are matching family Christmas pajamas a good idea?
- Yes: 33.5%
- No: 66.5%
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 Daily Quote
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“I didn’t realize it was an earthquake…I saw my shower doors moving and my towels twitching. I have ghostly things happen here so I just thought it was that!”
— California resident Sheri Morrison after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit the Golden State Thursday.
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 Today’s Trivia
Which department store created Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
Show me the answer
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