400 Richest Americans, Radioactive Storms, and a Junkyard Picasso

The latest Forbes top 400 wealthiest Americans includes billionaires from nearly every state with a combined record worth of $5.4 trillion. 

                
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A federal judge released Special Counsel Jack Smith's revamped indictment against former President Trump Wednesday, alleging Trump’s actions were private and exempt from presidential immunity. (More)  

President Biden recognized Israel's right to respond to Tuesday's Iranian missile attack but opposed striking Iran’s nuclear sites, stating G7 allies agreed Israel should respond proportionally. (More)  

 Former President Trump clarified Tuesday he would veto a federal abortion ban, supporting exceptions for rape, incest, and the life of the mother while opposing Democrats' late-term abortion stance. (More) 

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Sports

➤ Las Vegas Raiders star wide receiver Davante Adams has made it publicly known that he wants out of Las Vegas. The New York Jets, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the New Orleans Saints are reportedly interested. (More)

NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan, who co-owns a NASCAR team, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, claiming it's blocking fair competition. (More)

Buffalo Bills star pass rusher Von Miller has been suspended for the next four games for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. (See Details)

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CheckmarkA federal appeals court ruled Wednesday that Americans can bet on the outcomes of the 2024 congressional elections, dismissing the government's concerns about election integrity. (More)

CheckmarkSen. JD Vance was declared the winner in Tuesday’s vice-presidential debate in several polls. He outperformed Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz 42% to 41%, according to CBS News. (More)

CheckmarkSpeaking of Vance, he traveled to Michigan for a campaign rally on Wednesday, delivering remarks on manufacturing, electric vehicles, China, and Gov. Walz. (More)  

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Finance

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BTC
Bitcoin
$60,535.21
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GOLD
Per Ounce
$2,679.90
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MTRN
Materion Corp.
$97.00
-11.67%

Big Stock Move: Materion stock dropped 12% Wednesday after the materials solutions company lowered its earnings forecast due to decreased demand. (More) 

➤ Hurricane Helene forced the closure of two North Carolina quartz facilities, vital for semiconductor and solar panel production. The company hasn't set a date to reopen. (More)

➤ Toyota invested an additional $500 million in Joby Aviation to support the production and certification of electric air taxis, aiming for commercial passenger flights by 2025. (More)

➤ A new survey shows 73% of Amazon employees are considering quitting after CEO Andy Jassy announced a full-time return-to-office policy. (More)

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Science & Technology

 Mount Everest has grown an estimated 15 to 55 yards taller due to water erosion of rock and soil at its base, which has helped tectonic plates push it upwards, according to a new study. (More)  

Scientists have mapped the position, shape, and connections of all 130,000 cells and 50 million synapses in a fly's brain, calling the breakthrough instrumental in understanding the human brain. (More)  

➤ Researchers using a retrofitted spy plane discovered tropical thunderstorms are radioactive, frequently emitting long-duration gamma-ray glows and flickering gamma-ray flashes. (More)  

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Throwback Thursday

➤ A son recreated his parents' 1994 New York City honeymoon photos, capturing them in the same locations 30 years later. (Watch Video)

A new book released this week, Marilyn Monroe by Eve Arnold, features over 100 never-before-seen photos of Marilyn Monroe, highlighting moments from their long friendship. (See Photos)

Older adults on social media shared nostalgic items they still use, from flip phones and wristwatches to physical media and Game Boys. (See Items)

Et Cetera

A Pompeii junk dealer unknowingly kept a Picasso painting for 50 years despite his wife's dislike of it. Experts confirmed its authenticity, valuing it at $6.6 million. (See Details)

A World War II-era American bomb exploded at Miyazaki Airport in Japan, creating a large crater and causing the cancellation of over 80 flights. No injuries were reported. (See Details)

7UP confirmed the launch of a limited-edition Shirley Temple soda featuring pomegranate and cherry flavors, available nationwide from Oct. 15 to Dec. 31 in 12-ounce cans and 2-liter bottles. (See Photos)

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Vance, Walz Showdown, 'Awe Walking,' and a Moose Encounter

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

In perhaps the most civil debate in recent memory, vice-presidential candidates Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz frequently agreed on issues as they discussed policies ranging from immigration to

Dockworker Strike, Pete Rose Dies, and a VP Debate

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

A potential strike by 45000 dockworkers could shut down major ports in the US on Tuesday, threatening product shortages and higher prices ahead of the holiday shopping season. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Helene's Devastation, Kris Kristofferson Dies, and a Cat ‘Man Cave’

Monday, September 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene was blamed for at least 89 deaths this weekend, up to a third of them in North Carolina alone, while leaving over 2 million people struggling without electricity. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Israel Strikes Hezbollah, Trump Gains Ground, and the Grumpiest Fish in the Sea

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Israel has killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and other key commanders in targeted airstrikes in Beirut, Lebanon. Hezbollah confirmed their longtime leader's death Saturday. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Helene's Deadly Impact, U.S. Exits Iraq, and a Seal's 50th Birthday

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm Thursday evening, killing at least 40 people across four states and leaving 3 million without power in Florida, Georgia, and the

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