The Wednesday Flyover Replay : U.S. Charges Hamas Leaders, Sleeping Sharks, and a Hairy-nosed Wombat

The Wednesday Flyover Replay : U.S. Charges Hamas Leaders, Sleeping Sharks, and a Hairy-nosed Wombat

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

Narrated by Artificial Intelligence,

THE FLYOVER,

Wednesday, September 4, 2024,

Good Morning! On this day in 1781, the city of Los Angeles was founded by its first 44 residents, sent by Spain’s King Carlos III to establish a commercial supply network for his troops.

You can tell summer is ending because the pace of news is picking up. Today we’re covering U.S. charges against Hamas terrorists, a Chinese spy in the New York governor’s office, and one of the worst attacks by Russia against Ukraine. Buckle your seatbelts, folks.

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TAKEOFF,

U.S. Charges Hamas Leaders for Oct. 7 Attack,

The U.S. Justice Department announced Tuesday it has charged six Hamas leaders, including political head Yahya Sinwar, with terrorism-related crimes connected to the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel.

The charges, filed in the Southern District of New York, include conspiracy to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization resulting in death and conspiracy to murder U.S. nationals.

Attorney General Merrick Garland emphasized that these charges are part of ongoing efforts to target Hamas’s operations, stating the DOJ will pursue those responsible “for the rest of their lives.”

Ex-NY Governor Aide Arrested as Chinese Spy,

A former top aide to New York governors Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo was arrested Tuesday on charges of acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government.

The former aide, Linda Sun, allegedly used her high-ranking positions in state government to serve Chinese interests in exchange for millions of dollars. Her husband Chris Hu was arrested on related charges.

Prosecutors claim Sun blocked Taiwanese officials’ access to state leaders, altered messaging on China-related issues, and facilitated unauthorized travel for Chinese officials.

The couple reportedly used the money to purchase luxury homes and vehicles, with both pleading not guilty to the charges.

Musk’s Starlink Defies Brazil’s X Ban,

Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court has officially banned Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter), giving internet providers and app stores until today to comply.

Adding to the standoff drama, Musk’s Starlink, with 250,000 users in Brazil, has refused to block the platform and may also be cut off.

The ban resulted from X’s failure to assign a legal representative in Brazil and comply with orders to suspend certain accounts, primarily people publishing right-wing posts.

This has resulted in $3 million in fines and asset freezes, with Brazilian authorities also freezing some Starlink assets. Musk claims that the assets of SpaceX and X have been seized.

POLITICS,

A federal judge ruled that former President Donald Trump’s so-called “hush money” case can’t move to federal court and has to remain in New York state court.

A House Homeland Security subcommittee will hold the first congressional hearings on the global CrowdStrike software outage later this month, with testimony from a top CrowdStrike executive.

Ballistic missiles fired into Ukraine Tuesday by Russia blasted a military academy and a nearby hospital, killing more than 50 people and wounding more than 200 in one of the deadliest strikes since the war began.

Mongolia defied the International Criminal Court by welcoming Russian President Vladimir Putin instead of arresting him for alleged war crimes. The ICC has issued an international warrant for Putin’s arrest, and Mongolia is a party to that treaty.

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Now, back to the News.

SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT,

The College Football AP Top 25 Week 2 rankings came out yesterday—USC was the biggest riser, moving up 10 spots, while Florida State saw the biggest fall going from No. 10 to unranked entirely.

New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres closed out the team’s 8-4 win with a smooth diving stop for the final out of the game.

ESPN has launched a new “Where to Watch” feature for its app and website that allows sports fans to see how to watch any sports event, even if it’s not on ESPN.

2024 Election Countdown,

Election Countdown: 62 Days,

Several vehicles in Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s motorcade crashed on the way to a Wisconsin campaign stop, causing minor injuries. Walz was unharmed and continued to the event.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to sue two Texas counties over their plans to mail voter registration forms, claiming it could lead to ineligible voters registering.

Elon Musk posted a manipulated image of Vice President Kamala Harris in communist attire on X, responding to her post “Donald Trump vows to be a dictator on day one.”

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: Dyne Therapeutics stock fell 31% Tuesday after the company released new clinical trial data and announced senior management changes.

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific canceled dozens of flights due to engine troubles, affecting 15 Airbus A350s with faulty Rolls-Royce parts. The airline expects disruptions to last until Saturday.

Ticketmaster faces fresh backlash over Oasis ticket sales, with fans reporting errors, long wait times, and inflated resale prices of up to $7,800.

Restaurants increasingly are catering to the rising solo dining trend, with individual reservations up 29% in the US over two years. Many patrons report enjoying the solitude and time for reflection.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

Space tourism company Space Perspective transported its capsule through Port Canaveral, preparing for flights to the edge of space by 2025. The $125,000 journey will lift passengers via space balloon for a six-hour experience.

An underwater robot discovered thousands of Port Jackson sharks sleeping on the seabed in southern Australia, puzzling scientists about the unusual gathering’s purpose.

Scientists developed a novel process to recycle common plastics by turning them into gas.

THE ROTATOR,
WISDOM WEDNESDAY,

Nice isn’t always best in relationships, experts warn. Common “kind” behaviors could spell trouble for long-term couples.

A longevity expert unveiled a nighttime habit crucial for those over 50. The advice challenged common health assumptions.

A psychologist unveiled surprising tactics to use in arguments, challenging conventional wisdom about effective communication.

ET CETERA,

Two U.S. Marines were assaulted by anti-American protesters in Turkey, with a video showing a bag placed over one Marine’s head. Turkish authorities arrested 15 people.

Pope Francis began a historic Asian tour in Indonesia despite health concerns. The 87-year-old pontiff will visit four countries, including a major interfaith meeting at Jakarta’s largest mosque.

➤ Rare footage of a juvenile northern hairy-nosed wombat in Australia, an endangered species, thrilled ecologists.

Daily Quote,

“We will pursue the terrorists responsible for murdering Americans and those who illegally provide them with material support for the rest of their lives.”

— U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland on bringing kidnapping and murder charges against six Hamas terrorists.

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