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 | Thursday, January 2, 2025 | | | Good Morning! On this day in 1788, Georgia ratified the U.S. Constitution, becoming the fourth state admitted to the Union. This is a friendly reminder that a blast of arctic air is expected to drop temperatures by up to 30 degrees this month. Check the national weather forecast below, and stay warm! Today's issue is abbreviated as we return from the holiday break. We'll resume our regular Flyover coverage on Friday. Today's sponsor is Dr. Steven Gundry, MD, sharing expert health and nutrition advice. | | | |  15 Dead in Suspected ISIS Plot in New Orleans
An early New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, Louisiana that left 15 dead and at least 30 injured is being investigated as an act of terrorism, authorities said. The number of victims may change. Follow the live updates here. Police and FBI officials said a man, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, a U.S. citizen from Texas and an Army veteran, intentionally drove a pickup truck into a crowded area of Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, killing and injuring bystanders. Following the incident, he engaged in a gun battle with the police, who ultimately shot him dead at the scene. Police found multiple explosive devices at the scene, and an ISIS flag was recovered from the suspect's vehicle. The FBI believes the suspect wasn't acting alone. Wednesday's Sugar Bowl has been postponed to today at 3 p.m. CT. | U.S. Sanctions Iran and Russia The White House announced new sanctions against Russia and Iran on Tuesday, alleging both countries attempted to influence the 2024 election. Officials claim organizations affiliated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a Russian intelligence agency targeted the election process through disinformation campaigns designed to divide the American people. U.S. intelligence believes Russia favored President-elect Trump and pushed numerous false videos, while Iran backed Vice President Harris and pushed disinformation in Spanish. Both Russia and Iran have denied the allegations, with one Iranian official calling them "unfounded." | College Football Quarterfinals Yesterday's College Football Playoff schedule began the day with three planned quarterfinal matchups, but the Sugar Bowl showdown between 2-seed Georgia and 7-seed Notre Dame was cancelled due to the deadly terror attack in New Orleans. As of last night, the game was scheduled for today at 4 ET. In the Peach Bowl, 5-seed Texas found a way to beat 4-seed Arizona State in a double-overtime thriller, 39-31. Texas had a commanding lead in the 4th quarter, but RB Cam Skattebo helped the Sun Devils erase the lead with several big plays. In OT, the Longhorns found the endzone on a 4th down and then quickly scored the game's last TD on their next possession. Later, 8-seed Ohio State dominated top-seeded Oregon in the Rose Bowl, 41-21. The Buckeyes jumped out to a 31-0 lead and were never seriously challenged, led by QB Will Howard's 319 passing yards and three touchdowns. | |  | | Today's Holiday section is brought to you by: 
 The Associated Press has compiled its best 2024 photos, showcasing the joy, wonder, and exuberance of people and animals worldwide. (See Photos)
Bluey, the NFL, and Fox News dominated the 2024 ratings, while traditional cable news outlets and the CW experienced a decline, according to a review of American viewing habits. (See Review) Artificial Christmas trees are harder to dispose of than real ones, but these tips can help you recycle, donate, or reuse your old tree properly. (See Tips) Flying together with our sponsor Market downturn around the corner? Diversify beyond stocks Goldman Sachs projects U.S. stocks to return only 3% annually over the next decade. With the market at all-time highs, a correction could be just around the corner. For investors heavily exposed to equities, private credit offers a strategic way to diversify and drive growth potential in 2025. Private credit has been a go-to for institutional investors, particularly during market downturns, and has historically delivered stability and strong returns even when equities struggle. Protect and grow your portfolio with private credit. Sign up with Percent and earn up to $500 on your first investment. | | | Flying together with our sponsor We've been told our whole lives to eat certain fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to stay in good health. However, according to Dr. Steven Gundry, a world-renowned heart surgeon, many so-called "health foods" in the American diet contain a dangerous toxin that could expand your waistline. This harmful condition is best known as "leaky gut," and it's affecting millions of people nationwide. Warning signs include weight gain, fatigue, digestive discomfort, stiff, achy joints, and even skin problems. The good news is this problem can be easily fixed from your own home. Dr. Gundry has decided to release a free and uninterrupted video to the public showcasing exactly which foods to avoid. Click here to watch the presentation. | |  | | ➤ A Tesla Cybertruck exploded Wednesday morning outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing the driver and injuring seven. Police suspect fireworks or a bomb in the vehicle's bed, and the blast is being investigated as a possible terrorist attack. (More) ➤ At least three people died, and over 20 were injured after a fireworks explosion in a Honolulu residential neighborhood, apparently caused by illegal aerials toppling over. (Watch Report) ➤ Arctic air from Canada could bring a 30-degree temperature drop this week across areas east of the Rockies, boosting snow chances in the Northeast and Great Lakes. (See Forecast) ➤ Puerto Rican officials suspect a faulty underground power line caused Tuesday's outage, which left at least 90% of the island without electricity. (More) ➤ Three luxury watches, including a $9,000 Rolex stolen from actor Keanu Reeves' Los Angeles home, were recovered in Chile, according to police. (More) ➤ Shooting stars over Stonehenge and pink solar flames rank among the top 10 space photos of 2024, according to Live Science. (See Photos) ➤ The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks on Friday, offering a chance to see as many as 120 meteors per hour, according to NASA. (More) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Impress your guest with the Wine Wand. The Wand purifies any wine in minutes. Finally, enjoy wine without the nasty side effects, plus it makes a great stocking stuffer. (See It Here) | |  Daily Quote |  | "With all the grandkids and all the violence that they got going on, it's time to get it up off the street."
— Leticia Clanton, a grandmother of eight, on participating in a PlayStation for guns exchange program in New Orleans. | | |  Today's Trivia Georgia, known as the Peach State, is the nation's largest producer of which crop? Show me the answer | | |
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