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WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024

Good Morning! On this day in 1955, the original Disneyland held its grand opening in Anaheim. ABC marked the opening with a TV broadcast that included actor Ronald Reagan as one of the hosts. (See Opening Day Photos)

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Democrats Push to Stop Virtual Biden Vote

Over 20 House Democrats have called for the Democratic National Committee to delay the imminent virtual roll call nomination of President Biden, which could otherwise happen as soon as Sunday.

In a letter to the DNC, the House member said serious concerns remain about Biden's place at the top of the ticket. Three former chairs of the DNC are resisting the call to delay, sending letters to committee members urging them to approve the virtual vote.

The use of a virtual roll was organized to address the challenge of getting Biden on the Ohio ballot ahead of the Aug. 19 convention. Ohio state law requires nominees to be named by Aug. 7 or they won't appear on the ballot.

Reps. Jared Huffman, Mike Levin, Adam Smith, and Susan Wild are believed to be some of the 20 House members to have signed the letter. Huffman, who has publicly called for Biden to step down, appears to be leading the effort.

Sen. Bob Menendez Convicted of Bribery

New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez was convicted of all 16 charges in his corruption trial Tuesday, including bribery and acting as a foreign agent for Egypt.

Prosecutors presented evidence that Menendez accepted gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz in exchange for political favors, with $150,000 worth of gold and $480,000 in cash found during an FBI raid on his residence.

His wife, Nadine Menendez, was also implicated, accused of orchestrating the bribery scheme and facing 15 charges herself.

This marks the second time Menendez has faced corruption charges, with a previous case in 2017 ending in a hung jury.

List: Most and Least Stressed U.S. Cities

A new study ranking the most and least stressed American cities found Cleveland as the most stressed, followed by Detroit and Baltimore.

Key factors contributing to stress include low median household incomes, high poverty rates, and elevated levels of violent crime.

Conversely, the least stressed cities include South Burlington, Vermont, and Fremont, California, which benefit from stronger economies, lower crime rates, and better public health.

The study compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, including average weekly work hours and unemployment rates, as well as divorce and suicide rates. See the full list here.

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➤ Third-party candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed and apologized for a leaked video showing him on the phone with former President Trump. Trump can be heard talking about vaccines and asking Kennedy for an endorsement. (More)

➤ Tech billionaire Elon Musk announced that he would commit $45 million per month to American PAC, a new political action committee backing former President Trump and focusing on voter outreach and registration efforts. (More)

➤ Former President Trump once again disavowed Project 2025 on Monday, stating that the Heritage Foundation document was too extreme, particularly regarding the group’s abortion policy recommendations. (More)

➤ A new poll of likely voters by The Times/SAY24 found that former President Trump is leading President Biden in seven major swing states, with the closest races in Michigan and Pennsylvania. (See Polls)

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CBDC, FedNow and the Risks to Your Financial Privacy.

Will It Be the End of Our Economic Freedoms?

A major ground shift is occurring in the world of finance right now, and anyone who is not prepared will be caught completely off guard and could be holding a bunch of worthless dollars.

The U.S. Federal Reserve, along with other central banks worldwide, has been studying the implications of CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies), including how they might impact the financial system, monetary policy, and financial stability.

These discussions were driven by factors such as the increasing use of digital payments, the rise of cryptocurrencies, and the desire to modernize the financial system.

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In this 100% Free Wealth Kit, we will delve into these issues, providing insights into the interconnected nature of these challenges and offering considerations for individuals seeking financial resilience.

➤ Teoscar Hernandez is the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby champion. Hernandez is the first Dodgers player to ever win the derby, swatting 49 homers over the course of the contest. (More)

➤ Jarren Duran took home the MLB all-star game MVP honors after hitting a tie-breaking two run home run to help the American League defeat the National League 5-3. (More)

➤ The president of the Colombian Football Federation was one of many people arrested when fans swarmed the gates at the Copa America final. He was accused of assaulting a security guard at the event. (More)

➤ Yesterday's results: MLB | WNBA | Tour de France

Daily Market Report 07/16/2024

▲	NASDAQ Natl. Assoc. of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations	18,509.34	+0.20%
▲	SPX S&P 500	5,667.20	+0.64%
▲	DJI Dow Jones Industrial Average	40,954.48	+1.85%
▼	BTC Bitcoin	$64,667.18	-0.31%
▲	GOLD Per Ounce	$2,473.40	+2.08%
▼	SCHW The Charles Schwab Corp.	$67.43	-10.18%

➤ Big Stock Move: Charles Schwab stock dropped 10% Tuesday after CEO Walt Bettinger said the financial services firm intends to shrink after missing expectations in its quarterly earnings report. (More)

➤ Hours after Donald Trump named Senator J.D. Vance as his 2024 running mate, Vance's memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" topped Amazon's best-seller list. The book, exploring Vance's Appalachian upbringing, jumped from #220 to #1. (More)

➤ A Senate probe found that Amazon's Prime Day caused major worker injuries, with nearly half of the warehouse staff hurt during the event years ago despite the company's safety claims. (See Details)

➤ Nestlé introduced Star 4, a new high-yielding Arabica coffee variety, targeting Brazil's large coffee market. The company claims it's more resilient and sustainable than local varieties. (More)

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➤ Astronauts report that food tastes bland in space. A new study used virtual reality to simulate space conditions and found that isolation affects food's taste. (See Study)

➤ New magnetic therapy shows promise for bipolar disorder treatment. A study found powerful brain stimulation reduced depression symptoms in treatment-resistant patients. (More)

➤ A powerful X-class solar flare erupted on Sunday, causing radio blackouts over Australia, Southeast Asia, and Japan. (See Video)

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➤ A psychiatrist has identified a specific three-word phrase that helps people win arguments in a way that respects both participants and opens a more empathic dialogue. (See Phrase)

➤ A U.S. Navy technique helps 96% of pilots fall asleep in two minutes. Developed for use in high-stress environments, this method can be applied by anyone seeking faster, more reliable sleep. (See Method)

➤ A persuasion expert revealed how using one specific word to reframe requests could make people much more likely to say yes. Research shows the tactic increased agreement by 30%. (See Word)

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➤ Severe storms and tornadoes ripped through the Midwest on Monday night and Tuesday morning, leaving over 500,000 people in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa without power. (More)

➤ Country singer Ingrid Andress admitted she was drunk when she sang her widely panned performance of the U.S. national anthem at baseball's Home Run Derby on Monday. The singer issued an apology on Tuesday and said she will enter rehab. (See Anthem)

➤ Scientists believe the 16-foot sea creature that washed up on a New Zealand beach earlier this month is a spade-toothed whale, an animal so rare that only six specimens have been studied. (More)

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