July 24, 2024

SE02:EP136

In today's episode, we remember the 25th anniversary of Eileen Collins becoming the first woman to command a space shuttle mission, a milestone achievement for women in space exploration. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 PM followed by mostly cloudy skies with a high near 77 degrees. Local news focuses on Karen Read's retrial for the alleged murder of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, which is set for January 27th. Sports highlights TNT Sports' plans to match Amazon's media rights package, setting the stage for a showdown with the NBA. Top News dives into Delta's ongoing meltdown, with over 700 cancellations reported by Monday morning. Business news covers Verizon's Chief Executive, Hans Vestberg, noting that people are now keeping their phones for over three years. Tech dives into a WIRED investigation that reveals the public Venmo account of US senator Jay-Dee Vance. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Eminem unseating Taylor Swift on the Billboard 200. We conclude the episode with a quote from Eileen Collins, reflecting on the drive and dedication of astronauts.

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