Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024

Politics

Donald Trump will participate in a Fox News town hall next week, competing with CNN’s GOP Iowa primary debate. Rivals Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis had urged him to join them on CNN. (More)

The FBI is investigating a car explosion in Rochester, N.Y., on New Year’s Eve that killed three people and injured several others. The vehicle was filled with over a dozen gas canisters. (See Video)

Police arrested a man Tuesday who broke into the Colorado Supreme Court building in Denver with a gun. The man shot out a window and set a fire in the stairwell before being captured. (More)

 New Jersey officials say buses are now letting migrants off at New Jersey Transit stations to avoid New York City rules that strictly regulate how and when they can unload migrants. (More)

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They don’t just focus on the numbers on the scale; they focus on the behaviors driving those numbers. By understanding the psychology of your choices, you’ll unlock the keys to sustained weight loss.

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Sports

Michigan senior Blake Corum’s touchdown run to beat Alabama in overtime set a new all-time rushing record for the school. The game-winning 17-yard plunge marked Corum’s 56th career touchdown. (See Video)

Luke Littler, a 16-year-old darts phenom, has taken England by storm, blowing past all competitors to make the semi-finals of the world championship. He’s the youngest player ever to reach this stage. (See Photos)

 The first AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll of 2024 is out, with Purdue, Kansas, and Houston at Nos. 1, 2, and 3. Connecticut moved to No. 4, its highest ranking since the season began. (See Top 25)

Finance

Trend LineMarket Report   1/2/24

NASDAQ
Natl. Assoc. of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations
14,765.94
1.63%
SPX
S&P 500
4,742.83
0.57%
DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average
37,715.04
+0.07%
BTC
Bitcoin
$45,110.0
+2.12%
MRNA
Moderna, Inc.
$112.50
+13.12%

➤ Big Stock Move: Moderna shares jumped 13% Tuesday after the Covid drug maker received a key analyst upgrade to “outperform” based on improvements to its cost structure. (More)

Tesla delivered a record number of vehicles in the fourth quarter, beating estimates and meeting its 2023 target of 1.8 million vehicles. Increased discounts helped drive a big year-end sales push. (More)

Apple stock slipped 4% on Tuesday after Barclays downgraded the stock based on weakening iPhone 15 sales, a warning sign for iPhone 16 sales. (More)

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Noom is more than just an app; it’s a community that believes in science-driven behavior change.

Their goal isn’t just to help you lose weight; it’s to guide you toward lasting health. With Noom, you’re not alone in your journey – you’re part of a family committed to your success.

Take their quick health assessment and begin your 30-day free trial today.

Science & Technology

➤ Scientists are developing a new vibrating capsule they say will help people lose weight without drugs or surgery. The vibrations signal the brain that the stomach is full. (See Photo).

New images of Jupiter’s moon Io show a red sphere dotted with gray volcanos. The images, taken during a close flyby by the Juno spacecraft, confirm Io as the solar system’s most volcanic world. (See Images)

Astronomers have discovered a rapidly whirling star racing through the universe at millions of miles per hour while spinning 14 times a second. It’s producing a powerful “pulsar wind nebula.” (See Image)

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Wisdom Wednesday

➤ Researchers say there’s actual science to being happy, and they offer ten evidence-backed tips to being happier, healthier, and wiser in the new year. (See Advice) 

Philosophers might argue that the right questions are more important than the right answers. Here are ten questions to help you figure out your priorities. (See Questions)

➤ The 13 surviving siblings of the Beers family, ages 74-95, have a combined age of 1,116 years, and they credit their long lives not to genetics, but to their strong family bond. (See Their Story)

Et Cetera

A lucky lottery player in Michigan won the $842.4 million Powerball drawing Monday, the first time the lottery has been won on New Year’s Day since the game’s start in 1992. (More)

Twins born within minutes of each other in New Haven, CT on New Year’s Eve have birthdays in different years. The first baby was born at 11:59 p.m. in 2023, and his sister arrived at 12:02 a.m. in 2024. (More)

The rivalry between ketchup and mustard has heated up again, with nutritionists saying one is the clear winner when it comes to health —and it’s mustard. Ketchup, they warn, is filled with sugar. (More)

Poll Position

Which is better, ketchup or mustard?

  1. Ketchup
  2. Mustard

 

Tuesday’s Results:

Have you ever felt an earthquake?

  1. Yes: 71%
  2. No: 29%

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“”I heard an explosion about 10 minutes after everyone and I got off the plane. I can only say it was a miracle, we could have died if we were late.”

Tsubasa Sawada, a passenger on the Japanese airline that collided with a Coast Guard plane.

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Which state has the highest average elevation?

Show me the answer

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Politics

Donald Trump will participate in a Fox News town hall next week, competing with CNN’s GOP Iowa primary debate. Rivals Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis had urged him to join them on CNN. (More)

The FBI is investigating a car explosion in Rochester, N.Y., on New Year’s Eve that killed three people and injured several others. The vehicle was filled with over a dozen gas canisters. (See Video)

Police arrested a man Tuesday who broke into the Colorado Supreme Court building in Denver with a gun. The man shot out a window and set a fire in the stairwell before being captured. (More)

 New Jersey officials say buses are now letting migrants off at New Jersey Transit stations to avoid New York City rules that strictly regulate how and when they can unload migrants. (More)

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New Year, New You: Your Personalized Path to Holistic Health

Noom is not about fleeting fixes; it’s about the power of behavior change.

It’s time to step away from one-size-fits-all solutions and embrace a weight loss journey that’s uniquely yours. Noom’s comprehensive approach blends science-backed insights, personalized coaching, and a vibrant community to guide you toward a healthier, happier you. 

They don’t just focus on the numbers on the scale; they focus on the behaviors driving those numbers. By understanding the psychology of your choices, you’ll unlock the keys to sustained weight loss.

With Noom, you’re not just losing weight; you’re gaining knowledge, empowerment, and a healthier future. Begin your journey with a 30-day free trial.

Sports

Michigan senior Blake Corum’s touchdown run to beat Alabama in overtime set a new all-time rushing record for the school. The game-winning 17-yard plunge marked Corum’s 56th career touchdown. (See Video)

Luke Littler, a 16-year-old darts phenom, has taken England by storm, blowing past all competitors to make the semi-finals of the world championship. He’s the youngest player ever to reach this stage. (See Photos)

 The first AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll of 2024 is out, with Purdue, Kansas, and Houston at Nos. 1, 2, and 3. Connecticut moved to No. 4, its highest ranking since the season began. (See Top 25)

Finance

Trend LineMarket Report   1/2/24

NASDAQ
Natl. Assoc. of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations
14,765.94
1.63%
SPX
S&P 500
4,742.83
0.57%
DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average
37,715.04
+0.07%
BTC
Bitcoin
$45,110.0
+2.12%
MRNA
Moderna, Inc.
$112.50
+13.12%

➤ Big Stock Move: Moderna shares jumped 13% Tuesday after the Covid drug maker received a key analyst upgrade to “outperform” based on improvements to its cost structure. (More)

Tesla delivered a record number of vehicles in the fourth quarter, beating estimates and meeting its 2023 target of 1.8 million vehicles. Increased discounts helped drive a big year-end sales push. (More)

Apple stock slipped 4% on Tuesday after Barclays downgraded the stock based on weakening iPhone 15 sales, a warning sign for iPhone 16 sales. (More)

Flying together with our sponsor

Transform for Good: Noom’s Approach to Lasting Weight Loss

Noom is more than just an app; it’s a community that believes in science-driven behavior change.

Their goal isn’t just to help you lose weight; it’s to guide you toward lasting health. With Noom, you’re not alone in your journey – you’re part of a family committed to your success.

Take their quick health assessment and begin your 30-day free trial today.

Science & Technology

➤ Scientists are developing a new vibrating capsule they say will help people lose weight without drugs or surgery. The vibrations signal the brain that the stomach is full. (See Photo).

New images of Jupiter’s moon Io show a red sphere dotted with gray volcanos. The images, taken during a close flyby by the Juno spacecraft, confirm Io as the solar system’s most volcanic world. (See Images)

Astronomers have discovered a rapidly whirling star racing through the universe at millions of miles per hour while spinning 14 times a second. It’s producing a powerful “pulsar wind nebula.” (See Image)

Flying together with our sponsor

You’ve probably got thousands of important moments saved on your phone or computer. Are they properly backed up? The PhotoStick Omni is the solution. (Video)

The Rotator
Wisdom Wednesday

➤ Researchers say there’s actual science to being happy, and they offer ten evidence-backed tips to being happier, healthier, and wiser in the new year. (See Advice) 

Philosophers might argue that the right questions are more important than the right answers. Here are ten questions to help you figure out your priorities. (See Questions)

➤ The 13 surviving siblings of the Beers family, ages 74-95, have a combined age of 1,116 years, and they credit their long lives not to genetics, but to their strong family bond. (See Their Story)

Et Cetera

A lucky lottery player in Michigan won the $842.4 million Powerball drawing Monday, the first time the lottery has been won on New Year’s Day since the game’s start in 1992. (More)

Twins born within minutes of each other in New Haven, CT on New Year’s Eve have birthdays in different years. The first baby was born at 11:59 p.m. in 2023, and his sister arrived at 12:02 a.m. in 2024. (More)

The rivalry between ketchup and mustard has heated up again, with nutritionists saying one is the clear winner when it comes to health —and it’s mustard. Ketchup, they warn, is filled with sugar. (More)

Poll Position

Which is better, ketchup or mustard?

  1. Ketchup
  2. Mustard

 

Tuesday’s Results:

Have you ever felt an earthquake?

  1. Yes: 71%
  2. No: 29%

Quote BoxDaily Quote

Quote

“”I heard an explosion about 10 minutes after everyone and I got off the plane. I can only say it was a miracle, we could have died if we were late.”

Tsubasa Sawada, a passenger on the Japanese airline that collided with a Coast Guard plane.

TriviaToday’s Trivia

Which state has the highest average elevation?

Show me the answer

Flyover

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