Thursday, November 7, 2024

Politics

Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday conceded the 2024 presidential contest to President-elect Donald Trump during remarks at her alma mater, Howard University, in which she also encouraged a peaceful transfer of power. (More

President Joe Biden congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his election win Wednesday, inviting him to the White House and stressing the need for unity. (More)

A senior White House official confirmed the Biden administration plans to send billions in security assistance to Ukraine before January, aiming to support Kyiv before President-elect Trump’s inauguration. (More)  

Iran’s currency hit an all-time low on Wednesday, trading at 703,000 rials to the dollar after Donald Trump’s reelection, signaling new challenges for Tehran amid ongoing Middle East conflicts. (More)  

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Sports

The College Football Playoff Rankings debuted on Tuesday. Oregon, Ohio State, Georgia, Miami, and Texas made up the top five. (See Rankings)

➤ The NBA suspended Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid for three games without pay on Tuesday for shoving a reporter during a postgame altercation on Saturday. (More)

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid returned to the lineup Wednesday against the Vegas Golden Knights after missing three games due to an ankle injury suffered on Oct. 28. (More)

Yesterday’s Results: NCAAF | NHL | NBA | NCAAM | NCAAW | LPGA

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Election Countdown: +2 Days

CheckmarkFormer Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy defeated Democratic Sen. Jon Tester in Montana on Wednesday, joining West Virginia and Ohio in flipping to give the GOP a Senate majority of at least 52 seats. (More)  

CheckmarkIn other congressional voting, control of the House remained uncertain Wednesday, with the GOP holding a 207 to 187 seat advantage and 20 races yet to be called. (More

CheckmarkIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Hungary’s President Viktor Orbán, and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer were among world leaders who congratulated President-elect Trump on Wednesday, eager to reset diplomatic relations. (More)  

CheckmarkPhotojournalists captured Election Day reactions and emotions, with Trump supporters elated and Harris voters dejected as results unfolded. (See Photos)  

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Finance

Trend Line Daily Market Report   11/06/2024

NASDAQ
Natl. Assoc. of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations
18,983.46
2.95%
SPX
S&P 500
5,929.04
2.53%
DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average
43,729.93
3.57%
BTC
Bitcoin
$75,805.65
9.29%
GOLD
Per Ounce
$2,668.90
-2.61%
FMCCH
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
$12.57
+86.78%

Big Stock Move: Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation stock surged 87%, driven by investor optimism about its potential privatization following the election of Donald Trump. (More)

➤ Tech leaders, including Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, and Sam Altman, congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his election win, expressing hopes for collaboration on innovation. (More)

➤ CVS reported mixed Q3 earnings Wednesday, with rising medical costs squeezing profits. CEO David Joyner outlined turnaround efforts amid restructuring and store closures. (More)

➤ The Pentagon awarded its first generative AI defense contract to Jericho Security, a New York startup, for developing advanced cybersecurity tools under a $1.8 million deal. (See Details)

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Science & Technology

 Scientists discovered a massive water supply 400 miles underground in a rock called ringwoodite, potentially holding three times more water than Earth’s surface oceans. (More)  

The proposed SR-72 “Son of Blackbird” aircraft aims to succeed the SR-71, bolstering U.S. aerial superiority with hypersonic speeds to evade detection and deliver precision strikes. (See Photos)  

➤ Japanese scientists have developed “planimal cells,” hybrid plant and animal cells that combine algae chloroplasts with hamster cells, opening new possibilities for advancements in biotechnology and medicine. (More)  

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Throwback Thursday

These vintage mall photos showcase bustling shopping centers from the 1950s through the 1990s, highlighting iconic moments like performances, holiday crowds, and retro fashion. (See Malls)

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➤ A mid-century vintage Seattle home built in 1968, offers Puget Sound views, cedar walls, and a Japanese-inspired design. It feels like a serene treehouse retreat. (See House)

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Et Cetera

Hurricane Rafael intensified to a Category 3 as it neared Cuba, bringing 115 mph winds, life-threatening surges, and flash flood risks. The Florida Keys are expected to experience tropical storm conditions, including strong winds and heavy rain, starting Wednesday evening. (See Details)

Doctors expressed concern over the health of astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, stranded on the ISS for over 150 days due to Boeing Starliner malfunctions, after seeing photos showing significant weight loss and muscle atrophy. (More)

A Scandinavian cabin, available for $79,999 on Amazon, is a prefab tiny home blending minimalist design with modern amenities. The 400-square-foot, two-story house features a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, and cozy upstairs bedroom. (See Photos)

Poll Position

Have you become your parents?

  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. On my way


Yesterday’s Results:

Is it too early for Christmas music? 

  1. Yes: 78.9%
  2. No: 21.1%

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“Thank God for our firefighters that are here to help us when we need it.” 

—  Ken Levin, a California resident after evacuating his home due to the Ventura County Mountain Fire. 

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Which political cartoonist popularized the donkey and elephant as symbols for the Democratic and Republican Parties?

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