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 | Thursday, January 16, 2025 | | | Good Morning! On this day in 1919, the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, establishing Prohibition as national law, was ratified by the necessary number of states. For our stargazing subscribers, we have photos of this week's Full Wolf Moon in today's edition. If you look closely, you can spot Mars shining bright red in the night sky. Today’s sponsor is Weight Loss by Hims. Check out their products below. | | | |  Biden Delivers Farewell Address
President Joe Biden delivered his farewell address to the nation on Wednesday night, reflecting on his decades-long political career and achievements. He also cautioned against what he described as a "rising oligarchy." The 17-minute speech started with praise for his foreign policy team on securing a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. He then warned about the "dangerous concentration of power among a few ultra-wealthy individuals.” Describing it as an oligarchy and a tech-industrial complex, Biden stated that this new power posed a threat to the nation’s democracy and fundamental rights and freedoms, referencing President Dwight Eisenhower’s warnings about the military-industrial complex when he left office. Biden then called for reforms to the tax code, term limits for Supreme Court justices, and a constitutional amendment to end presidential immunity, concluding that it has been a privilege to serve the nation for over 50 years. | Israel, Hamas Agree on Ceasefire Israel and Hamas on Wednesday reached a tentative ceasefire agreement and hostage release deal, pausing the 15-month war in the Gaza Strip. The negotiated ceasefire will be implemented in three phases over six weeks, starting on Sunday. Phase one calls for the release of 33 of the nearly 100 hostages still held by Hamas and a drawdown of Israeli troops in Gaza. Negotiations for phase two will start on Day 16 of the ceasefire, aiming for the release of all living hostages and the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces. Phase three will involve returning the bodies of remaining hostages and beginning reconstruction in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hasn’t formally accepted the ceasefire agreement, stating he would only issue a formal response “after the final details of the agreement, which are currently being worked on, are completed.” | TikTok to Shut Down in the U.S. on Sunday TikTok plans to completely shut down its app for U.S. users starting this Sunday when a federal ban could take effect unless blocked by the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, American users are flocking to Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu (dubbed "RedNote"), making the Chinese-language app the most downloaded on the Apple App Store this week despite having no English interface. President Joe Biden signed legislation in April requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. assets by January 19, 2025, or face a nationwide ban, although President-elect Donald Trump has called for extending the deadline. According to three sources familiar with the matter, the Biden administration is now reportedly exploring options to keep TikTok accessible in the United States if a ban moves forward. | |  | | ➤ Two advocacy groups linked to Democrats Stacey Abrams and Raphael Warnock were fined $300,000 Wednesday after the Georgia Ethics Commission found 16 violations, including their illegal election work for Abrams. (More) ➤ A federal pilot program has recovered $31 million in Social Security payments that went to dead people, aiming for $215 million by 2026. (More) ➤ Two House Democrats crossed party lines, joining GOP lawmakers to help pass a bill banning men from competing in women's sports, sending the legislation to the Senate for consideration. (More) | |  | | ➤ Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers declared for the NFL draft in a post on social media Wednesday after leading the Longhorns to their only two appearances in the modern College Football Playoff era. (More) ➤ The Pittsburgh Penguins and local authorities are investigating a weekend burglary at forward Evgeni Malkin’s Sewickley Heights home, where his three Stanley Cup championship rings were reportedly stolen. (More) ➤ Tennis star Coco Gauff extended her 2025 unbeaten streak to seven matches Wednesday, advancing to the third round of the Australian Open with a win over 173rd-ranked Jodie Burrage. (More) ➤ The Oklahoma City Thunder pranked their beloved sideline reporter, Nick Gallo, Tuesday night, stacking towels on him during a post-game interview with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. (See Prank) ➤ Yesterday's Results: NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer | Tennis | |  | | Today's White House section is brought to you by: 
➤ A number of President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks sat for Senate confirmation hearings Wednesday, including Secretary of State nominee Sen. Marco Rubio, who supported Trump’s position on Greenland. (More) ➤ The garbage truck that Trump rode in response to President Joe Biden calling his supporters “garbage” is scheduled to make an appearance at Monday’s inauguration. (See Truck) ➤ Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey gifted Trump with the first-ever Presidential Commemorative Inaugural Diet Coke bottle featuring the event’s date and an illustration of the White House. (See Bottle) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Double the Savings: Buy One Window, Get One 40% Off + $200 Off Your Project Make your home more energy-efficient this winter while saving big. For a limited time, Renewal by Andersen® is offering Buy One Window, Get One 40% Off—plus an extra $200 off your project. Enjoy cozier rooms, lower energy bills, and the peace of mind that comes with expertly installed, energy-efficient windows. This deal won’t last long, so act now and lock in your savings! | |  |  Daily Market Report 01/15/2025
| ▲ | NASDAQ
National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations | 19,511.23 | 2.45% | | ▲ | SPX
S&P 500 | 5,949.91 | 1.83% | | ▲ | DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average | 43,221.55 | 1.65% | | ▲ | BTC
Bitcoin | $99,795.44 | 3.38% | | ▲ | GOLD
Per Ounce | $2,721.30 | 1.64% | | ▲ | IONQ
IonQ, Inc. | $39.39 | +33.48% | Gold and Bitcoin are traded 24 hours a day. ➤ Big Stock Move: IonQ shares surged 33% Tuesday after announcing a $21.1 million project with the U.S. Air Force Research Lab, advancing quantum computing. (More) ➤ The Dow surged 700 points on Wednesday as cooling inflation and strong bank earnings fueled investor optimism. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also posted major gains. (More) ➤ Coors Light is rebranding as "Mondays Light" for a limited time to combat post-Super Bowl fatigue, sure to set in after Feb. 9, featuring special packaging nationwide. (See Branding) ➤ The SEC sued Elon Musk on Tuesday, alleging he failed to disclose Twitter stock purchases in 2022, potentially saving $150 million by buying shares at lower prices. (More) | | | Flying together with our sponsor If prescribed, Hims' science-backed program is available 100% online. Oral medication kits are available for as little as $69/mo with a 10-month plan paid upfront, and GLP-1 injections start at $165/mo for a 12-month plan paid upfront for new subscribers. Paid upfront. The actual price to the customer will depend on the product and subscription plan purchase. Compounded products are not approved nor evaluated for safety, effectiveness, or quality by FDA. The actual price to the customer will depend on the product and subscription plan purchase. Not available in all 50 states. Weight Loss by Hims & Hers is a holistic program that includes nutrition support, technological tools, and compounded GLP-1 injections or medication kits, including customized compounded medications prescribed based on what your provider determines is medically appropriate and necessary for you. See the website for full details, important safety information, and restrictions, including online provider consultation requirements. | |  | | ➤ SpaceX launched two lunar landers on Wednesday, sending spacecraft from the U.S. and Japan on a monthslong journey to the moon to carry out separate missions. (See Landers) ➤ Australian scientists have discovered a new species of funnel-web spider, larger and more venomous than its relatives, nicknaming it "Big Boy." (See Spider) ➤ Skywatchers captured striking images of Monday’s Full Wolf Moon, the first full moon of the year, showing Mars as the moon appeared to pass in front of the Red Planet. (See Photos) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ The One Mineral That Could Make You Feel Young Again. Why do some people seem to age gracefully while others struggle with constant aches, poor sleep, and low energy? Scientists have uncovered a fascinating connection between aging and a specific mineral that most adults are severely lacking. (Learn more) | |  | | 
| | ➤ Watch a clip of the hit show Friends reimagined as a 1950s sitcom by an AI artist, complete with vintage visuals and voiceovers. (See Clip) ➤ This curated collection of 50 photos from Instagram's "Historical Snapshots" page offers a vivid glimpse into 20th-century America. (See Photos) ➤ Marriage practices have evolved since Baby Boomers tied the knot. Explore which traditions have faded and which ones might deserve a comeback. (See Traditions) | | |  | | ➤ The Food and Drug Administration is banning Red No. 3, a synthetic food coloring linked to cancer in laboratory animals, giving manufacturers until Jan. 15, 2027, to reformulate thousands of products. (More) ➤ All blue-eyed people share a genetic link tracing back 6,000-10,000 years to a single ancestor, the result of a rare DNA mutation, according to scientists. (See Details) ➤ A trail camera captured two bald eagle chicks, Whisper and Skylar, hatching in Beaufort, South Carolina, offering a rare glimpse into their first moments. (See Video) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ The easiest weight loss method ever—delivered to your door. Join 10,000+ weight loss patients. Get Semaglutide from U.S.-based pharmacies with no insurance, no waitlist, and no hidden fees. Check out GetThin MD today! | |  Daily Quote |  | "You're all so worried about (prosecuting) Liz Cheney, Senator, you know what we should be worried about? The crime rate in California right now is through the roof.”
— Pam Bondi, U.S. attorney general nominee, responding to California Sen. Adam Schiff's concerns about Liz Cheney. | | | |
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