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The Thursday Flyover Replay : Fed Cuts Rates, ABC Yanks Kimmel, and Adorable Baby Animals.
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Narrated by Artificial Intelligence, Our Hosts are Christopher and Jenny.
THE FLYOVER REPLAY.
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Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Good Morning! On this day in 1793, President George Washington laid the cornerstone of the U.S. Capitol, marking the start of construction for the legislative branch’s enduring home.
Yesterday, following the passing of Hollywood legend Robert Redford, we listed some of his biggest movies and asked which was your favorite. Many of our readers wrote in a choice not listed in our poll: Jeremiah Johnson—an excellent film!
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TAKEOFF.
Fed Cuts Interest Rates a Quarter Point.
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point on Wednesday, lowering its benchmark rate to a range of 4.00% to 4.25%.
Officials signaled two more cuts could come before the end of the year. Fed Chair Jerome Powell described the move as “risk management,” saying the decision places monetary policy in a more neutral position.
The vote was 11-to-1, with Governor Stephen Miran, newly appointed by President Trump, holding out for a deeper half-point cut.
Major U.S. banks quickly followed by lowering their prime lending rates. JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America all reduced their prime rate to 7.25% from 7.50%.
ABC Yanks Kimmel After Charlie Kirk Remarks.
Disney-owned ABC-TV has pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live! off the air and suspended Kimmel indefinitely after the comedian made controversial remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
During his Sept. 15 monologue, Kimmel accused the “MAGA gang” of trying to spin Kirk’s murder for political gain, saying, “We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang trying to characterize this kid who killed Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them.”
The decision came just minutes after Nexstar Media Group, the largest TV station group in the country, said its affiliate stations across the country would preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live starting Wednesday evening over his comments.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr also warned ABC and Disney about the remarks, suggesting the FCC might take action as well. “They have a license granted by us at the FCC, and that comes with an obligation to operate in the public interest,” he said.
Trump Concludes Historic UK State Visit.
President Trump wraps up his historic second state visit to the United Kingdom today, the first time a U.S. president has ever been formally invited for two full state visits by a British monarch.
Over the past two days, Trump and First Lady Melania were welcomed with full pageantry at Windsor Castle, including a guard of honor, carriage procession, and a state banquet hosted by King Charles III.
Guests at the banquet included Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Before heading home, Trump and Starmer are expected to finalize agreements on nuclear technology and trade.
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Now, back to the News.
POLITICS.
An FBI investigation dubbed “Arctic Frost,” launched in the wake of the 2020 election, investigated nearly 100 Republican and GOP-aligned groups, including Turning Point USA, which was co-founded by Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was killed last week, according to unclassified bureau files released Tuesday.
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after he drove his car into a metal gate at the FBI building in Pittsburgh early Wednesday, a ramming that federal law enforcement officials described as intentional.
Senate Republicans cleared a key hurdle on Wednesday toward confirming four dozen of President Trump’s lower-level nominees, teeing up a final vote slated for today.
Democratic Party leaders warned Wednesday that they’re likely to reject a GOP plan to pass a clean funding resolution keeping the government open if it doesn’t include extra money for health care, a plan that Republicans have rejected.
SPORTS
Seattle Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh passed Mickey Mantle for the most home runs by a switch-hitter in a season with 56. He’s now tied with Ken Griffey Jr. for the most home runs in a season in Mariners history.
American tennis player Taylor Townsend issued a public apology after criticizing the Chinese food in China, which included bullfrog and turtle, on social media before the Billie Jean King Cup finals in Shenzhen.
Commissioner Adam Silver said that the NBA could launch a European league by 2027 or 2028, although no firm timeline has been set yet.
LA Rams coach Sean McVay hurt his foot on the sideline during the team’s win against the Titans on Sunday. He’s not expected to miss any time coaching, although he admitted he’ll probably have to limp on the sideline for the time being.
FINANCE.
Big Stock Move: Gemini Space Station stock dropped nearly 13% Wednesday, continuing a week-long decline for the cryptocurrency platform launched by the Winklevoss twins.
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield announced he was quitting the ice cream company after 47 years, saying the independence it once had to speak up on social issues had been stifled by parent company, Unilever.
Eli Lilly plans to build a $5 billion manufacturing facility in Virginia, the first of four plants the pharmaceutical giant is expected to open in the U.S. within five years.
Christian activist Charlie Kirk’s upcoming new book ranks No. 1 on Amazon Books, and “The Charlie Kirk Show” podcast was No. 1 on Apple’s platform in the wake of his murder last week. The book, Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life, will be published in December.
SCIENCE AND TECH.
NASA scientists say solar winds and magnetic activity have intensified since 2008, defying expectations and raising the odds of more solar storms that could disrupt satellites, power grids, and communications on Earth.
Nurabot, an AI-powered robot tested in Taiwan since April, is designed to deliver medication and guide patients, potentially cutting nurses’ workloads by 30% amid global staffing shortages.
Early risers on Friday will see a rare celestial gathering as the crescent moon, Venus, and the bright star Regulus cluster tightly in the constellation Leo.
THE ROTATOR.
THROWBACK THURSDAY.
While converting Michigan’s landmark Red Barn into an event venue, its new owner uncovered 18 classic cars, including a 1962 Cadillac hearse and a 1941 Buick Special with a long-forgotten straight-eight engine.
Here are some of the most iconic photos from each decade of the last century, from Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, to the far-flung reaches of the universe.
Kodak has launched the Charmera, a 30-gram digital keychain camera modeled after its 1980s disposable Fling. The pocket-sized gadget captures photos and videos, and comes with seven vintage-style filters.
ET CETERA.
A binder of 1940 Buick concept drawings, discovered at a farm estate sale in upstate New York, showcases car designs originally drawn by students at the Detroit Institute of Automobile Styling, some of whom became industry legends.
IKEA is rolling out a quirky new dish designed specifically for its iconic Swedish meatballs. The 12-inch trough-shaped platter can hold about a dozen meatballs lined up “like they’re sitting on little thrones.”
Alaska’s Katmai National Park’s beloved Fat Bear Week is back for its 11th year, with public voting set for Sept. 23–30. The online contest spotlights the park’s salmon-stuffed grizzlies preparing for hibernation, with fan favorites like Chunk, Grazer, and Bucky.
Here are 50 photos of adorable animals that veterinarians and vet techs couldn’t resist snapping during their workdays.
Daily Quote.
“Today, as tyranny once again threatens Europe, we and our allies stand together in support of Ukraine to deter aggression and secure peace.”
— King Charles, during the U.K. state dinner for President Trump
Inspirational Verse of the Day.
Proverbs Chapter 3 Verse 27 Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it. KJV
And thats the news for today. Thanks for listening.
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