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Thursday, January 8, 2026
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Good Morning! On this day in 1790, President George Washington delivered the first State of the Union address to Congress in New York City, opening with congratulations to North Carolina on its recent decision to join the federal republic.
Today’s Flyover Podcast shares how millions of Americans could get money back following a $2.5 billion settlement over Amazon Prime’s subscription practices. On today’s episode, host Ayla Brown breaks down how much you could receive and what to do next. Tune in here! (Clicking the link here as well as in the Podcast Extra section below will now take you directly to the respective story in the podcast.)
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US Seizes Russian Oil Tanker at Sea
The U.S. Coast Guard seized two sanctioned ships Wednesday morning, one a Russian-flagged oil tanker, after a dramatic chase across the Atlantic, despite that ship being shadowed by a Russian submarine.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said the vessel had changed flags and names to avoid capture while attempting to pick up sanctioned Venezuelan oil.
The operation, supported by U.S. and British surveillance near Iceland and Scotland, marked a rare direct standoff between U.S. ships and a Russian-escorted vessel.
A second, stateless tanker was also seized in the Caribbean as the U.S. aims to block oil trade among Venezuela, Russia, Iran, and China.
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ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis
Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis woman, was shot and killed by an ICE agent Wednesday morning during a federal immigration operation in south Minneapolis, triggering protests and sharply conflicting accounts.
Federal officials say Good drove her SUV into an agent near 34th Street and Portland Avenue; President Trump shared video of the incident and said the officer was “viciously” run over and is now hospitalized. See the footage here (Warning: graphic content).
State and city leaders dispute that version. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey bluntly rebutted the official account, which described officers as “fearing for their life” before shooting into the victim’s vehicle.
“They are already trying to spin this as an act of self-defense,” Frey said. “Having seen the video myself, I want to tell everybody directly: that is bulls—.”
The shooting drew protesters within hours, just blocks from the site of George Floyd’s killing in 2020. The FBI and Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension are investigating.
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RFK Jr. Unveils ‘Upside Down’ Food Pyramid
The Trump administration released new Dietary Guidelines for Americans that “turn the food pyramid upside down,” emphasizing protein and healthy fats, while limiting added sugar and ultra-processed foods.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the guidelines replace “corporate-driven assumptions” and recommended potentially doubling protein consumption from 0.8 grams to 1.2-1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight. A kilogram is 2.2 pounds.
The 10-page document reintroduces an inverted food pyramid, with meat, cheese, and vegetables at the top, departing from the MyPlate visual guide and directly impacting millions of meals served in public schools, military bases, and federal facilities. Read the guidelines here.
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The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes. Clicking the link will take you directly to these stories:
➤ Are you one of the millions of Amazon Prime users who may be eligible for a refund? (Hear Details)
➤ The Knoxville Symphony was sued after a clarinet job offer was allegedly withdrawn because of the applicant’s DEI views. (Hear Episode)
➤ A Georgia resident claimed the eighth-largest jackpot in Mega Millions history. (How Much?)

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➤ U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he plans to meet with Danish officials next week after the Trump administration renewed its interest in Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark. (More)
➤ Meanwhile, new CBS News anchor Tony Dokoupil ended the network’s evening newscast Tuesday with an unusual “salute” to Rubio. “Whatever you think of his politics, you’ve got to admit it’s an impressive resume,” Dokoupil said. (More)
➤ President Trump’s approval is now higher than that of 43rd President George W. Bush and 44th President Barack Obama when compared to the same period during each leader’s second term, according to Newsweek’s polling average. (See Details)
➤ Michael Reagan, the son of former President Ronald Reagan and a conservative political commentator, died in Los Angeles at age 80 following a battle with cancer. (See Details)
➤ Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called a special session of the state legislature to consider congressional redistricting, beginning in mid-April after the regular session ends. (More)
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Board-Certified Surgeon Reveals What Really Causes Swollen Legs
Swollen legs are often attributed to aging, excessive salt intake, or weight gain.
But board-certified surgeon Dr. John Jairo says that’s not the entire story.
After almost 35 years of treating patients, he discovered the real culprit: tiny cellular pumps in your lymphatic system that push fluid out of your legs.
When these pumps break down, toxic fluid becomes trapped in your legs, ankles, and feet, causing them to swell up like balloons. And compression socks, leg elevation, and diet changes don’t fix the broken pumps.
That’s why Dr. Jairo developed what he calls the “2-Second Edema Flush.” A simple nighttime method that supports these pumps, allowing your body to release trapped fluid while you sleep.
Many people report waking up with lighter legs, less tightness, and improved comfort after making this small change.
Click here to watch Dr. Jairo explain how this natural lymphatic method works.
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➤ No. 6 Ole Miss football plays No. 10 Miami tonight in the Fiesta Bowl for a spot in the national championship game later this month. The Rebels enter as 3.5-point underdogs in the matchup. (How to Watch)
➤ In men’s basketball, Auburn hit a nearly half-court shot at the end of regulation to beat Texas A&M, only for officials to wave it off for being after the buzzer. The Aggies won 90-88. (See Highlight)
➤ The Texas Longhorns lead all teams in the country with a $23 million transfer portal budget, followed by Ohio State ($20 million), Oregon ($19 million), and Texas A&M ($18.5 million). (See Full List)
➤ Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson will enter the 2026 NFL Draft, forgoing his final year of eligibility with the Crimson Tide. (More)
➤ Yesterday’s results: NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer
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Daily Market Report 01/07/2026
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NASDAQ National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations |
23,584.28 |
0.16%
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SPX S&P 500 |
6,920.93 |
-0.34%
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DJI Dow Jones Industrial Average |
48,996.08 |
-0.94%
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BTC Bitcoin |
$90,894.43 |
-3.02%
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GOLD Per Ounce |
$4,465.70 |
-0.37%
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RGC Regencell Bioscience Holdings |
$52.88 |
+60.10%
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Bitcoin and gold are traded 24 hours a day.
➤ Big Stock Move: Regencell Bioscience stock soared 60% on Wednesday, driven by optimistic market sentiment. (More)
➤ President Trump said he’s taking steps to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes, arguing that corporate ownership has helped push housing further out of reach for everyday Americans. (See Details)
➤ Alaska Airlines is ordering more than 100 Boeing jets, its largest purchase ever, including 105 yet-to-be-certified Boeing 737 Max 10 jets and five 787-10 Dreamliners. (More)
➤ Warner Bros. Discovery released a letter Wednesday rejecting a sweetened revised offer from Paramount, declaring it would stick with its signed agreement to be acquired by Netflix. (More)
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➤ The Consumer Electronics Show 2026 showcased bizarre tech, including a holographic anime desk companion that watches you with a built-in camera, musical lollipops that play through bone conduction while in your mouth, and an AI baby panda robot designed to combat loneliness in elderly adults. (See Gadgets)
➤ A photographer in Shanghai captured a stunning composite image of the International Space Station passing in front of January’s Wolf Moon. (See Image)
➤ For the first time in 55 years, scientists from MIT and Harvard Medical School successfully synthesized a fungal compound with cancer-fighting potential that was previously impossible to produce in the lab. (See Details)
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Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:

➤ A collection of vintage photos traces the evolution of swimsuits from 1875 to the 1990s, highlighting how fashion and social norms have changed over time. (See Swimsuits)
➤ A Harvard linguist explained that older generations use ellipses in texts because they grew up separating thoughts with “dot dot dot” to save space on postcards and letters. Today’s unlimited texting has made ellipses redundant, which is why younger generations interpret them as hesitation or passive-aggressiveness rather than simple thought separation. (See Details)
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➤ Winter storm warnings have been issued for five states, as up to 35 inches of snow and high winds are expected to impact Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho, and Montana from Tuesday through Thursday. (More)
➤ Eighty-year-old Circo’s Pastry Shop in Brooklyn is selling giant cannolis weighing 4 to 5 pounds, described as “the size of a teacup poodle,” for $100 each. (See Cannoli)
➤ NYC’s first lady, Rama Duwaji, has inspired young women to copy her signature haircut, dubbed the “Rama,” which falls somewhere between a bob and pixie. (See Rama)
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➤ Struggling to open jars? The doctor says it’s a warning sign. Most people dismiss this as a natural sign of aging. But a 75-year-old doctor says your grip strength is one of the first things to go as you age—which means the knees, back, and energy aren’t far behind. That’s why he’s urging every American over 40 to take care of their collagen. However, simply taking collagen supplements is not the answer. Click here to watch his free presentation now.
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Which local news information do you care about the most?
- Weather
- Sports
- Roads
- Schools
- Crime
- Government
- Other
Yesterday’s Results:
Which classic Girl Scout cookie is your favorite?
- Thin Mints: 27%
- Samoas: 18%
- Peanut Butter Patties: 15%
- Trefoils: 12%
- Lemon-Ups: 10%
- Other: 10%
- Toffee-tastic: 8%
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Daily Quote
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“This ship, with a nefarious history, is part of a Russian-Iranian axis of sanctions evasion which is fueling terrorism, conflict, and misery from the Middle East to Ukraine.”
— U.K. Defence Secretary John Healey, on the seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker attempting to evade U.S. sanctions.
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Today’s Trivia
Which state was the first to sell Girl Scout cookies in 1917?
Show me the answer
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