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 | Tuesday, December 31, 2024 | | | Good Morning! On this day in 1879, Thomas Edison gave the first public demonstration of his incandescent lamp in Menlo Park, New Jersey, showcasing the potential of electric lighting. In today’s edition, we feature an article about setting resolutions for the new year. It includes 120 ideas to assist those who are undecided. Here's a sneak peek at our 2025 plans: we're starting a Flyover podcast! We're looking to hire an on-air host, and you can find the application here if you'd like to work with us (or know somebody else who would be a great fit). We're sponsored today by Arthrozene, offering pain management for your knee pain. | | | |  China Hacks Treasury Department
Treasury Department officials confirmed that a state-sponsored Chinese hacking group exploited third-party software to gain access to department computers, describing this as a "major incident." Officials were notified of the breach on Dec. 8. During the breach, the group remotely infiltrated the Treasury's cloud service and workstations to acquire unclassified documents. The Treasury has collaborated with the FBI, CISA, and the intelligence community to investigate the breach and assess its impact, according to officials. One security expert described the technique of exploiting third-party services as a prominent method used by China-linked groups. | Biden Sends $6 Billion in Aid to Ukraine The U.S. announced on Monday nearly $6 billion in aid to Ukraine, including $2.5 billion in military assistance and $3.4 billion in budget support, as President Joe Biden aims to bolster Ukraine before leaving office on Jan. 20. The military package includes $1.25 billion drawn from U.S. stockpiles and $1.22 billion for future equipment procurement, while the budget funding helps maintain Ukrainian government operations. Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov rejected President-elect Trump's peace proposals, including plans to delay Ukraine's NATO membership. Lavrov said U.S.-Russia ties would not be easily restored under Trump, arguing he would have to "swim against the stream" of bipartisan consensus. | Actress Linda Lavin Dies at 87 Award-winning stage and television actress Linda Lavin, star of the beloved sitcom Alice, died Sunday. She was 87. Lavin was recently diagnosed with lung cancer but continued working, promoting her new Netflix series, No Good Deed, and filming the comedy series Mid-Century Modern. She made her stage debut at the age of five, and her big break occurred in the 1960s when a string of Broadway hits led to multiple Tony nominations and one win. Her success on stage and roles in Barney Miller and Alice earned her enduring fame, leading to decades of steady work, with one producer calling her "a magnificent actress." | |  | | ➤ Former President Jimmy Carter's funeral will be held on Jan. 9 at Washington National Cathedral, with a lying-in-state ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda, the Carter Center announced Monday. (More) ➤ President-elect Donald Trump offered his "complete" and "total" endorsement of Rep. Mike Johnson as House Speaker on Monday, amid ongoing disagreements among Republicans over immigration and budget issues. (More) ➤ A federal appeals court upheld a $5 million award to writer E. Jean Carroll for defamation and sexual abuse claims against President-elect Donald Trump, which he has repeatedly denied. (More) | | | Flying together with our sponsor 
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 Are you making resolutions for 2025? Here's a list of 120 ideas, from health to career goals. Use SMART planning and tracking for success. (See Ideas)
See what retail stores are open today. Walmart, Target, Home Depot, and others adjust hours, with most closing early. (See Stores) Why everyone should be an alpine ski racing fan: One of the world's most thrilling sports is having its moment—now is the time to join the excitement. (More) Flying together with our sponsor Sabina: Tortured for Christ, the Nazi Years is the true story of how God's love transformed an ambitious, worldly atheist into one of the greatest Christian women of the 20th century. Get your copy free with any gift to The Voice of the Martyrs. | |  |  Daily Market Report 12/30/2024
| ▼ | NASDAQ
National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations | 19,486.79 | -1.19% | | ▼ | SPX
S&P 500 | 5,906.94 | -1.07% | | ▼ | DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average | 42,573.73 | -0.97% | | ▼ | BTC
Bitcoin | $92,173.49 | -1.45% | | ▲ | GOLD
Per Ounce | $2,620.80 | 0.14% | | ▲ | MESO
Mesoblast Limited | $21.04 | +20.02% | Gold and Bitcoin are traded 24 hours a day. ➤ Big Stock Move: Mesoblast Ltd's stock soared 20% after FDA approval of Ryoncil, a drug for severe post-transplant complications in children. (More) ➤ The NYSE, Nasdaq, and other financial markets will close on Jan. 9 for a National Day of Mourning honoring former President Jimmy Carter, following the tradition observed for George H.W. Bush. (More) ➤ Trader Joe's confirmed it has plans to open at least 12 new locations across seven states and Washington, D.C., in 2025. (More) ➤ A Volkswagen-linked software company reported an extensive data leak spanning several months, exposing the personal and geographical data of 800,000 EV owners, including drivers of VW, Audi, Seat, and Skoda. (More) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ If you have outstanding credit card debt, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Our credit card experts identified top credit cards that are perfect for anyone looking to pay down debt and not add to it! Click through to see what all the hype is about. | | | Flying together with our sponsor The #1 Mistake That Makes Bad Knees Worse - Boston MD: One mistake causes most joint problems
- 77% unknowingly worsen joint aches every day
- 180,547 people regain mobility with a counterintuitive solution
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| |  | | ➤ The northern lights may be visible tonight across several upper, northern states, including Washington, Montana, and Michigan, as solar plasma bursts are set to reach Earth, according to scientists. (See States) ➤ NASA confirmed that its Parker Solar Probe set two records last week, becoming both the fastest human-made object at 430,000 mph and the closest spacecraft to the Sun's surface. (See Probe) ➤ An at-home DNA test can identify a gene mutation linked to alcohol intolerance, which can cause nausea, facial flushing, or a racing heart, according to test provider Genex Diagnostics. (More) | |  | | 
| | ➤ Tours are available of a huge bunker 720 feet beneath White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, that was completed in 1962. Designed to protect government officials from a nuclear attack, the once secretive bunker includes auditoriums, water tanks, 1,000 bunk beds, and a 400-seat cafeteria. (See Photos) ➤ Europe is home to astonishing architectural marvels, clinging to cliffs, perched on peaks, and built into mountains. (See Photos) ➤ Airplanes can take you to dramatic destinations around the world, but drama aboard those planes is less appealing. Don't read The 10 Worst Airline Passengers of 2024 if you're about to board a flight. (More) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ ZQuiet is a ready-to-use, anti-snoring mouthpiece that provides immediate relief by gently moving your jaw forward. With ZQuiet, you can finally stop snoring at the source — for good! (See It Here) | | |  | | ➤ Spanish authorities seized seven tons of cocaine hidden beneath a farm in Seville, arrested three suspects, and confiscated weapons, including an AK-47. (Watch Video) ➤ Russia and Ukraine exchanged hundreds of prisoners in a deal brokered by the United Arab Emirates. Ukraine welcomed 189 nationals. Russia retrieved 150 troops. (See Photos) ➤ Commanders safety Jeremy Reaves proposed to girlfriend Mikaela Worley after an overtime win clinched a playoff spot. (Watch Video) ➤ Did you miss our tip jar yesterday? Your donations sustain our work, and we wouldn't exist without you. Would you consider making a year-end gift to help us make 2025 even better? Thank you for being part of our journey! Give $15
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| |  Daily Quote |  | "Gronk simple, Gronk wants simple Tax codes and so does everyone else."
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