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Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Good Morning! On this day in 1980, NASA's Voyager 1 space probe made its closest approach to Saturn, capturing the first images of the planet's famous rings.

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Today's sponsor is The Voice of Martyrs, supporting children persecuted for following Jesus.

Trump Announces Key Roles for Second Term

President-elect Donald Trump has begun appointing key positions in his second administration, focusing on aides and allies who were his most dedicated supporters during the 2024 campaign.

On Monday, Trump announced plans to appoint former New York Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), longtime adviser Stephen Miller as deputy chief of policy, Rep. Mike Waltz of Florida as his national security adviser, and Rep. Elise Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador.

Trump’s transition team earlier tapped former ICE director Tom Homan for the position of border czar and senior adviser Susie Wiles as chief of staff, making her the first woman to hold the position.

Media sources also reported Monday that Trump was expected to name Sen. Marco Rubio to be Secretary of State, while cautioning that Trump could still change his mind.

Spirit Airlines Flight Hit by Gunfire in Haiti

A Spirit Airlines flight out of Florida was hit by gunfire Monday while attempting to land in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, injuring a flight attendant. See photos here.

The flight, en route from Fort Lauderdale, was diverted to Santiago, Dominican Republic, where it landed safely.

Toussaint Louverture International Airport grounded all commercial flights following the incident, which occurred just hours before Haiti's new prime minister was set to be sworn in.

The attackers remain unidentified, but the shooting aligns with recent gang violence targeting aircraft in the region. Spirit Airlines confirmed the incident and announced a suspension of service to Haiti.

Wildfires Devastate Both U.S. Coasts

Fire crews on both coasts of the U.S. continued to battle wildfires, including one in New York and New Jersey that resulted in the death of a parks employee, and another in Southern California that has destroyed over 170 buildings.

Hundreds of firefighters from New York and New Jersey struggled to contain nine blazes that have erupted across the region, including the Jennings Creek Fire, located about 30 miles northwest of Midtown Manhattan. Containment was 10% by late Monday.

An 18-year-old park ranger, Dariel Vasquez, died while fighting one of the blazes. He worked for New York's Parks and Recreation Department.

In Southern California, strong winds have intensified wildfires. Crews increased containment of the Mountain Fire in Ventura County, northwest of Los Angeles, to 36% as of Monday. The fire continues to span approximately 32 square miles. You can see fire damage here.

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➤ Republican Sen. Mike Lee offered to escort Pennsylvania Senator-elect Dave McCormick to Capitol orientation this week after Majority Leader Chuck Schumer blocked McCormick's attendance. Three-term Democratic incumbent Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey has yet to concede in the only Senate race still outstanding. (More)

➤ The GOP battle for Senate majority leader is set for a vote Wednesday between Rick Scott, the favorite among Trump supporters, and former Mitch McConnell deputies John Thune and John Cornyn. (More)

➤ The Kremlin denied reports on Monday that President-elect Donald Trump had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling the claims "pure fiction" despite a media report indicating otherwise (More)

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➤ Oklahoma City Thunder second-year NBA phenom Chet Holmgren suffered a pelvic fracture that will keep him out for eight to ten weeks. (More)

➤ Minnesota Vikings defensive back Cam Bynum imitated the viral "Raygun" breakdancing moves from the Olympics following an interception. (See Video)

➤ The Miami Marlins have hired former Los Angeles Dodgers first base coach Clayton McCullough as their new manager. (More)

➤ Auburn was the biggest riser in the newest men's basketball AP Top 25 poll, moving up six spots to No. 5, while Texas A&M saw the biggest fall, moving down ten spots to No. 23. (See Poll)

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Republican Gabe Evans flipped Colorado's 8th Congressional District, beating Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo in one of the nation's most closely watched races. (More)

Democratic strategist James Carville condemned left-wing support for "defund the police," calling it a hurdle for candidates and labeling it "the three stupidest words in the English language." (More)

A former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris suggested that President Joe Biden resign and appoint Harris as president for the remainder of his term. (More)

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Daily Market Report 11/11/2024

▲	NASDAQ Natl. Assoc. of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations	19,298.76	0.06%
▲	SPX S&P 500	6,001.35	0.10%
▲	DJI Dow Jones Industrial Average	44,293.13	0.69%
▲	BTC Bitcoin	$87,097.11	8.23%
▼	GOLD Per Ounce	$2,629.40	-2.16%
▲	BKPKF Bank Polska Kasa Opieki S.A.	$40.94	+21.02%

* Gold and Bitcoin are traded 24 hours

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➤ The dollar surged to its highest level in a year, following Donald Trump's re-election, bolstered by trade policy optimism and recent Federal Reserve rate cuts. (More)

➤ Chipotle named Scott Boatwright as permanent CEO, following Brian Niccol's departure to Starbucks. Boatwright aims to expand the chain to 7,000 locations. (See Details)

➤ Mattel recalled thousands of "Wicked" dolls after packaging mistakenly printed a link to an adult website. Major retailers removed the line as opportunistic resellers moved in. (More)

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➤ The year's final supermoon, appearing larger and brighter at 225,000 miles from Earth, peaks Friday. That's the last supermoon until 2025's three-supermoon sequence beginning in October. (More)

➤ Amazon is creating smart glasses for delivery drivers, offering turn-by-turn navigation on a small screen to help guide them through routes and within buildings. (More)

➤ Raw data captured by NASA's Juno spacecraft has been transformed into stunning, color-enhanced photos of Jupiter by scientists and citizen editors, revealing unprecedented images of the gas giant. (See Images)

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➤ Tolkien-inspired hobbit houses are available for rent across the U.S. on Airbnb. These eco-friendly hillside homes blend comfort with Middle-earth charm. (See Photos)

➤ Every November, residents of Poznań, Poland, celebrate St. Martin's Day with festive parades and this epic horseshoe-shaped croissant enjoyed by millions. (See Photos)

➤ Traveling with Parkinson's? These tips can help you stay safe, manage medication, and reduce the travel hassle. (See Tips)

➤ Nature's Best Photography Awards 2024 highlighted the grace of the animal kingdom, from tiger training in India to soaring egrets, and migrating monarchs. (See Photos)

➤ Just in time for scheduled Senate UFO hearings on Wednesday, witnesses reported swarms of UFOs near Area 51, with sightings described as "fireballs in a cube." (See Details)

➤ Pilgrims and visitors can now explore St. Peter's Basilica virtually, as an AI-powered Vatican-Microsoft project reveals hidden spaces. (See Video)

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