9 AM ET: Campaign attack tactics, Southwest safety review, Tesla profits plunge & more
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This news segment covers five key events for Wednesday, July 24th, including Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign rally in Wisconsin, Donald Trump's upcoming rally in North Carolina, President Joe Biden's over-office address, and the controversy surrounding Harris's absence from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress. The FAA is investigating Southwest Airlines following a series of safety incidents, including a flight that flew as low as 150 feet from the ground and another that descended 4,000 feet per minute. Southwest is cooperating with the review and has formed a team of experts to examine its safety systems. Tesla's profits fell by over 40% in the second quarter, marking the second time the EV maker has seen a year-over-year sales decline outside of the pandemic. This decline highlights the increasing competition Tesla faces in the electric vehicle market. A US reality TV contestant was given a warning after killing and eating a protected bird in New Zealand. The contestant, Spencer Cory Jones, was disqualified from the show and apologized for his actions, citing desperation as a reason for his actions.
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News Roundup: July 24th
This news segment covers five key events for Wednesday, July 24th, including Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign rally in Wisconsin, Donald Trump's upcoming rally in North Carolina, President Joe Biden's over-office address, and the controversy surrounding Harris's absence from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress.
FAA Investigates Southwest Airlines Safety Incidents
The FAA is investigating Southwest Airlines following a series of safety incidents, including a flight that flew as low as 150 feet from the ground and another that descended 4,000 feet per minute. Southwest is cooperating with the review and has formed a team of experts to examine its safety systems.
Tesla's Profits Plunge in Second Quarter
Tesla's profits fell by over 40% in the second quarter, marking the second time the EV maker has seen a year-over-year sales decline outside of the pandemic. This decline highlights the increasing competition Tesla faces in the electric vehicle market.
Reality TV Contestant Faces Consequences for Eating Protected Bird
A US reality TV contestant was given a warning after killing and eating a protected bird in New Zealand. The contestant, Spencer Cory Jones, was disqualified from the show and apologized for his actions, citing desperation as a reason for his actions.
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Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris is the 49th and current Vice President of the United States. She is the first woman, the first African American, and the first Asian American to hold the office. Harris is a prominent figure in the Democratic Party and is considered a potential candidate for the presidency in 2024.
Donald Trump
Donald Trump is an American politician, media personality, and businessman who served as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021. He is a controversial figure known for his outspoken views and his business dealings. Trump is a member of the Republican Party and is currently running for president in 2024.
Benjamin Netanyahu
Benjamin Netanyahu is an Israeli politician who has served as Prime Minister of Israel for a record 15 years, making him the longest-serving prime minister in Israeli history. He is a controversial figure known for his right-wing views and his policies towards the Palestinians.
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines is a major American airline headquartered in Dallas, Texas. It is known for its low-cost fares and its point-to-point route network. Southwest has been involved in a number of safety incidents in recent years, leading to increased scrutiny from the FAA.
Tesla
Tesla, Inc. is an American electric vehicle and clean energy company based in Austin, Texas. It is known for its high-performance electric cars, battery energy storage from home to grid-scale, solar panels and solar roof tiles, and related products and services. Tesla is a leading player in the electric vehicle market, but it faces increasing competition from other manufacturers.
FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for regulating civil aviation. The FAA is responsible for ensuring the safety of air travel and for promoting the development of the national airspace system.
Electric Vehicle
An electric vehicle (EV) is a vehicle that uses electric motors for propulsion. EVs are becoming increasingly popular as a more environmentally friendly alternative to gasoline-powered vehicles.
Reality TV
Reality television is a genre of television programming that documents purportedly unscripted real-life situations, often starring unknown people rather than professional actors. Reality TV shows are often controversial, but they are also very popular with viewers.
Q&A
What are the key events happening on Wednesday, July 24th?
The key events include Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign rally in Wisconsin, Donald Trump's upcoming rally in North Carolina, President Joe Biden's over-office address, and the controversy surrounding Harris's absence from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress.
What is the FAA investigating regarding Southwest Airlines?
The FAA is investigating a series of safety incidents involving Southwest Airlines, including a flight that flew as low as 150 feet from the ground and another that descended 4,000 feet per minute.
What is the reason for Tesla's declining profits?
Tesla's profits have declined due to increasing competition in the electric vehicle market, slowing growth, and declining consumer interest in electric vehicles.
What happened to the reality TV contestant who killed and ate a protected bird?
The contestant, Spencer Cory Jones, was disqualified from the show and given a warning. He apologized for his actions, citing desperation as a reason for his actions.
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