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The Wednesday Flyover Replay : Massive Drone Strike, Cheapest New Cars, and Asian Needle Ants.
Presented by Russell Sherrard.
Narrated by Artificial Intelligence, Our Hosts are Christopher and Jenny.
THE FLYOVER REPLAY.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Good Morning! On this day in 1949, country music legend Hank Williams Sr. played the Grand Ole Opry radio broadcast for the first time, one of the most famous debuts in the show’s history. Williams was called out for six encores.
Today, we’re reporting on “office chair butt”—a not-so-flattering term for gluteal muscle loss that comes from too much sitting. Even short bursts of movement can make a big difference. So we’re curious: How do you keep yourself moving these days?
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TAKEOFF.
Russia Unleashes Massive Drone Strike on Ukraine.
Russia launched one of its largest air assaults yet, firing 315 drones and seven missiles over a five-hour barrage across Ukraine, killing at least eight and injuring dozens more.
Ukraine’s air force said it downed the majority of drones, but strikes still hit civilian infrastructure in Kyiv, Odesa, Dnipro, and Chernihiv. In Odesa, a maternity hospital and emergency center were among the targets.
President Zelensky condemned the attack and called for “action from America” and stronger pressure from Europe and global allies.
The strikes followed a recent round of prisoner exchanges between Russia and Ukraine after talks in Turkey.
States Sue to Stop 23andMe Genetic Data Sale.
Twenty-seven states and D.C. are suing to block bankrupt DNA testing firm 23andMe from selling genetic data without customer consent.
The lawsuit argues that biological samples and health traits are too personal to be treated as assets in a bankruptcy sale.
The lawsuit follows Regeneron’s $256 million acquisition attempt and a surprise $305 million counterbid from 23andMe co-founder Anne Wojcicki.
23andMe insists the sale complies with its privacy policies and applicable law, but states argue those protections aren’t enough for 15 million customers.
A court decision is pending as the bankruptcy sale process continues.
America’s 10 Cheapest New Cars in 2025.
The list of 10 cheapest sedans and hatchbacks in America shows the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage as the least expensive at $18,015.
Only three vehicles start below $20,000—two Mitsubishi Mirage models and the Nissan Versa at $18,330—compared to the $48,000 average price for new cars in the U.S.
Nine of the 10 cheapest models come from Japanese or South Korean manufacturers, with one from Germany. No American automakers made the list.
Only three new car models are available for under $20,000 in 2025.
POLITICS.
Protests against immigration enforcement spread Tuesday across the country, as activists planned demonstrations in New York, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta and elsewhere. Nine people were taken into custody Monday during a protest at Trump Tower in New York.
House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Mark Green, a Tennessee Republican, announced Monday that he plans to resign after Congress makes a final vote on President Trump’s budget bill. He has served in Congress since 2019.
Missouri GOP Sen. Josh Hawley said Tuesday he would introduce legislation to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour—a position that aligns him with liberal members of Congress.
President Trump visited Fort Bragg on Tuesday with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.
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Now, back to the News.
SPORTS.
Ownership of the Indianapolis Colts has officially passed down to Jim Irsay’s three daughters, continuing the family’s run of the franchise since 1972.
ESPN is launching the Dick Vitale Invitational this November, a college basketball event that will pit two prime-time programs—UNC and Texas—against each other.
Oakland A’s outfielder Denzel Clarke wowed fans with a spectacular home run robbery against the Angels, which the announcer called one of the “greatest catches you’ll ever see in your life.”
The Women’s College World Series matchup between Texas Tech and Texas was the most viewed softball game in NCAA history, garnering 2.4 million viewers.
FINANCE.
Big Stock Move: Insmed stock jumped 28% on Tuesday after the biopharmaceutical company reported positive results from a phase two trial for its treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Paramount Global is cutting its U.S.-based staff by 3.5%, or several hundred employees, in the latest round of layoffs at the media company as it contends with the decline of the traditional pay-TV bundle.
Disney will pay Comcast nearly $439 million to acquire the final 33% stake in Hulu, completing a deal first announced in 2023.
Tom Bodett, the well-known voice of Motel 6 ads, sued the motel chain Monday for using his name and voice without permission. Bodett said Motel 6 missed a $1.2 million annual payment due on Jan. 7.
SCIENCE AND TECH.
More than a century after her groundbreaking discoveries, Marie Curie’s old lab and belongings in Paris still emit faint radioactivity—from doorknobs to handwritten notes.
A social media trend warns about “office chair butt,” a real condition where prolonged sitting causes gluteal muscle atrophy and sagging. Experts recommend standing, walking, and glute exercises every 30-90 minutes to prevent the flattening effect.
Asian needle ants, an invasive species with venomous stings that can cause life-threatening allergic reactions, have now been found in over a dozen U.S. states, stretching from Washington to Florida.
THE ROTATOR.
WISCOM WEDNESDAY.
Slower walkers tend to have weaker cognitive performance, even by age 45. A simple at-home walking test can reveal how fast your body and mind are aging.
Couples who make regular “deposits” into their emotional bank account argue less and feel more secure, according to a therapist.
Seven tried-and-true life lessons from older folks offer timeless wisdom for navigating work, love, and everything in between.
ET CETERA.
Sly Stone, the trailblazing frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, died at age 82 after a long illness, his family confirmed. Known for hits like Everyday People and Dance to the Music, Stone revolutionized funk and pop in the late ’60s and ’70s.
Airstream is releasing a $184,900 limited-edition trailer modeled after Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West home. Just 200 units feature multi-use rooms and etched glass accents.
A Tucson woman found a pack of javelinas lounging under her foosball table after they mysteriously broke into her screened-in porch.
Daily Quote.
“It is vital that the response to this and other similar Russian attacks is not silence from the world, but concrete action.”
— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in response to Russia’s five-hour drone attack on Kyiv.
Inspirational Verse of the Day.
Proverbs Chapter 1 Verse 20. Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets: KJV
And thats the news for today.
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