Newsletter Jul 11, 2024

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Trump's trio of VP finalists vies for spot on Republican ticket
Donald Trump's search for a running mate on the Republican presidential ticket is in the home stretch, with a trio of frontrunners jockeying to be first across the finish line. The former president is expected to make his choice public at next week's Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Trump appears to have zeroed in on two US senators -- J.D. Vance of Ohio and Marco Rubio of Florida -- as well as North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, who initially ran against Trump for the nomination before falling in line.
SEE WHICH FINALIST MAKES THE BEST MATCH FOR TRUMP

Walmart rolls out five new automated distribution centers
Walmart revealed Wednesday that it is opening five automated distribution centers to cater to increasing online orders for fresh foods across the country. The 700,000 square feet facilities will store perishable items to be sold in stores or added to customers' e-commerce orders. Walmart is modernizing its supply chain to satisfy customers who prefer home delivery or curbside pickup.
ARE WALMART CENTERS A GROCERY GAME-CHANGER?

CNN lays off workers amid new streaming service launch
CNN, which has struggled amid the decline of the US cable broadcasting industry, plans to launch a paid streaming service and to cut about 100 jobs, the company said Wednesday. The network, which once set the pace in cable news, aims for its new $1 billion-plus subscription news product to launch before the end of 2024, CNN CEO Mark Thompson said in a memo.
SEE HOW CNN PLANS TO IMPROVE ON ITS CNN+ FAILURE

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NATO seeks to 'Trump-proof' Ukraine aid

NATO countries at their summit in Washington on Wednesday came up with what alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg called a "substantial package" of support for Ukraine. In addition to providing critical F-16s to Ukraine, NATO will take a greater role from the US in coordinating training and weapons deliveries for Ukraine by setting up a centralized command. The move is aimed at shielding supplies to Kyiv from a potential return to power by Donald Trump after November's presidential election.

SEE HOW NATO HOPES TO 'TRUMP-PROOF' AID FOR UKRAINE

From LA to DC, calls grow for Biden bow-out

President Joe Biden suffered a stunning blow Wednesday when actor and leading Democratic supporter George Clooney urged him to drop his reelection bid, while party heavyweight Nancy Pelosi declined to back his candidacy. After Pelosi made vague comments reflecting wavering support for the president, Clooney joined a growing list of public figures asking Biden, 81, to step aside after his debate poor performance against Donald Trump last week, but Biden's isn't listening.

SEE WHY BIDEN IS TURNING A BLIND EYE TO HIS OPPONENTS

Starliner leaves astronauts stranded on ISS

A pair of NASA astronauts stranded on the ISS without a departure date expressed confidence Wednesday that their Boeing Starliner spaceship would bring them home. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams blasted off following years of delays and safety scares affecting the Starliner. They docked the next day for what was meant to be a week-long stay, but their return has been pushed back due to malfunctions.

SEE WHAT'S GOING WRONG WITH THE STARLINER SPACESHIP

Extra point

Who holds the record for the most consecutive and total days in space?

Wednesday's answer: The SS Great Western, built and launched in Bristol, England in 1837, was the first transatlantic cruise ship.

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