Full Episode: Thursday, September 26, 2024
Digest
This podcast episode covers a variety of news stories, starting with an advertisement for Better Help, an online therapy platform. The episode then moves on to discuss Hurricane Helene, which has been upgraded to a Category 4 and is expected to make landfall in Florida. Authorities are warning of life-threatening storm surge, heavy rain, flooding, and powerful winds. The hurricane is moving fast and is expected to travel across several states. The episode then covers the indictment of New York City Mayor Eric Adams on federal charges, making him the first sitting mayor of the city to face criminal charges. He is accused of taking illegal campaign contributions and luxury gifts. Adams maintains his innocence and claims he is being targeted for speaking out about the migrant crisis. The podcast also discusses a deadly Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, which has claimed its 10th victim in New York State. The outbreak has sickened at least 59 people in 19 states and has been tied to Boar's Head products, including liverwurst. The episode then covers a story about a dozen lacrosse players at Tufts University who were injured during a workout led by a Navy SEAL. The players were treated for rhabdomyolysis, a potentially life-threatening condition that can cause muscle disintegration. The school has launched an investigation into the incident. The podcast also discusses the rise in COVID cases, likely due to people spending more time indoors during the fall. The Biden administration is again providing free at-home COVID tests. The episode concludes with a story about the Oakland A's playing their final game at the Oakland Coliseum, marking the end of 57 seasons in the city. Heartbroken fans gathered to say goodbye to the team, with some even collecting dirt from the field. The A's will now play in Sacramento before moving to Las Vegas.
Outlines
News Headlines and Updates
This episode covers a variety of news stories, including a major hurricane hitting Florida, the indictment of New York City's mayor, a deadly Listeria outbreak, and the Oakland A's final game in Oakland.
Hurricane Helene Hits Florida
A major hurricane, Helene, has been upgraded to a Category 4 and is expected to make landfall in Florida. Authorities are warning of life-threatening storm surge, heavy rain, flooding, and powerful winds. The hurricane is moving fast and is expected to travel across several states.
New York City Mayor Indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges, making him the first sitting mayor of the city to face criminal charges. He is accused of taking illegal campaign contributions and luxury gifts. Adams maintains his innocence and claims he is being targeted for speaking out about the migrant crisis.
Health and Safety Updates
This segment covers a deadly Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, which has claimed its 10th victim in New York State. The outbreak has sickened at least 59 people in 19 states and has been tied to Boar's Head products, including liverwurst. It also discusses a story about a dozen lacrosse players at Tufts University who were injured during a workout led by a Navy SEAL. The players were treated for rhabdomyolysis, a potentially life-threatening condition that can cause muscle disintegration. The school has launched an investigation into the incident.
Keywords
Hurricane Helene
A Category 4 hurricane expected to make landfall in Florida, bringing life-threatening storm surge, heavy rain, flooding, and powerful winds.
Eric Adams
The Mayor of New York City who has been indicted on federal charges of bribery and fraud.
Listeria Outbreak
A deadly outbreak linked to deli meat, primarily Boar's Head products, that has sickened at least 59 people in 19 states.
Rhabdomyolysis
A serious condition that occurs when damaged muscle tissue releases its contents into the bloodstream, potentially leading to kidney failure and other complications.
Oakland A's
A Major League Baseball team that played its final game at the Oakland Coliseum, marking the end of 57 seasons in the city.
COVID-19
The CDC is warning that COVID-19 cases are on the rise, likely due to people spending more time indoors during the fall.
Storm Surge
A rise in sea level caused by a hurricane or other storm, which can cause significant flooding and damage to coastal areas.
Campaign Contributions
Money or other gifts given to a political candidate or campaign, which are regulated by law to prevent corruption and ensure fairness in elections.
Migrant Crisis
A situation in which large numbers of people are forced to leave their homes due to conflict, persecution, or natural disasters, posing challenges for governments and humanitarian organizations.
Q&A
What is the latest track of Hurricane Helene?
Hurricane Helene has been upgraded to a Category 4 and is expected to make landfall in Florida's Big Bend area. It is then expected to travel across several states, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and powerful winds.
What are the charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams?
Mayor Adams has been indicted on federal charges of bribery and fraud. He is accused of accepting more than $100,000 in gifts and illegal campaign contributions from Turkey in exchange for official favors.
What is rhabdomyolysis and how did it affect the lacrosse players at Tufts University?
Rhabdomyolysis is a serious condition that occurs when damaged muscle tissue releases its contents into the bloodstream. It can lead to kidney failure and other complications. A dozen lacrosse players at Tufts University were treated for rhabdomyolysis after a workout led by a Navy SEAL.
What is the CDC warning about COVID-19?
The CDC is warning that COVID-19 cases are on the rise, likely due to people spending more time indoors during the fall. The Biden administration is again providing free at-home COVID tests.
What is the significance of the Oakland A's final game in Oakland?
The Oakland A's played their final game at the Oakland Coliseum, marking the end of 57 seasons in the city. The team will now play in Sacramento before moving to Las Vegas.
Show Notes
NYC Mayor Eric Adams charged with fraud, accepting improper campaign contributions; Hurricane Helene threatens 'unsurvivable' storm surge; Ukraine's Zelenskyy courts US, meets Kamala Harris.
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