The Pour Over Today - Malibu Fire, Nasdaq Milestone, World Cup Hosts Selected, & More | 12.13.24

Episode Date: December 13, 2024

Today, we’re talking about a fire raging in Malibu; the Nasdaq crossing 20,000 for the first time; controversy over Saudi Arabia being chosen to host the World Cup; and other top news for Friday, December 13th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over Today.

Today, we're talking about a fire raging in Malibu, the Nasdaq crossing 20,000 for the first time, controversy over Saudi Arabia being chosen to host the World Cup, and other top news for Friday, December 13th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with the poor over today. Here's the quote of the day, One of the things that has helped me as much as any other is not how long I am going to live, but how much I can do while living.

George Washington Carver. Let's get started with some espresso shots. Firefighters have been working overtime to contain a wildfire that has spread across more than 4,000 acres in Malibu, California. The Franklin fire started early Monday morning and grew rapidly Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, fueled by Santa Ana winds, strong, very dry winds from inland high-pressure areas in California.

As of yesterday, the fire was around 7% contained. While no injuries have been reported, almost half of Malibu's 10,000 residents, including stars like Cher, Barbie, Ken, and Dick Van Dyke, who's celebrating his 99th birthday today, have evacuated the area. Malibu's Pepperdine University canceled its final exams, but issued a shelter in place to students earlier this week, prompting many students to sleep in the school's library

as flames roar outside. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Massive weather events and natural disasters remind us that all of the world has been broken by sin, but Christians can look forward to eternity where there's redemption, not just for people, but for creation itself. Romans 8, 20 and 21 says,

"'For the creation was subjected to futility, "'not willingly, but because of him who subjected it "'in the hope that the creation itself "'will also be set free from bondage "'to decay into the glorious freedom of God's children. Traders are feeling festive after some milestone moments. The tech-heavy Nasdaq closed above 20,000 for the first time ever this week, an exclamation point on a massive year plus 33% driven by excitement over AI, falling interest rates, and the promise of deregulation under Trump administration 2.0.

Recent surges in Tesla plus 70% and SpaceX plus 67% have driven slash rocketed Elon Musk's personal net worth to $447 billion. He's the only person to have ever crossed the $400 billion mark. Jeff Bezos is in a distant second at $250 billion. Kroger and Albertsons aren't in the mood for supermarket merriment after both a federal and state judge blocked their $25 billion merger, agreeing with the FTC that an alberger alliance would lead to higher prices at the checkout conveyor belt. Here's the verse to consider whether your stocking is stuffed or hanging empty.

Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be arrogant or to set their hope First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17.

First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. First Timothy 6, 17. FIFA announced the 2030 and 2034 World Cup locations. The 100th anniversary 2030 tournament will take place on a hat-trick of continents, with Spain, Portugal, and Morocco hosting after early games in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia will host solo in 2034, a decision that has human rights groups waving red cards. Saudi Arabia has been accused of sports washing, luring big names like Neymar and Ronaldo

to playing global image boosting events, and critics argue FIFA is ignoring dangerous, potentially deadly labor conditions. The bidding process also raised eyebrows. FIFA's 2030 slash2034 package deal forced members to accept or reject both bids, and Saudi Arabia ran unopposed. Officials defended the decision,

claiming it could spark social change. In other sports news, six-time Super Bowl champ Bill Belichick, 72, is headed back to college as UNC's new head coach. ["The New World"] is headed back to college as UNC's new head coach. Injustice and controversy in this world stir up longing in us for a better world where justice always wins and righteousness is never corrupted. As you wait, celebrate the patience of your merciful Father and live holy lives in anticipation of His coming.

2 Peter 3 9 says, The Lord does not delay His promise, as some understand delay, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish, but ought to come to repentance. Hey, it's Emily from the Poor Over. The holidays are upon us and that means extra expenses are piling up all the time. Secret Santa's, kids class parties, end of year donations, then buying myself a coffee to get through all the gift wrapping and magic making. Thankfully, I can put a little jingle back in my wallet by getting cash back with Upside. Since I'm already filling up my tank and grabbing a bite to eat here and there, why not earn cash back while I do it? I even get cash back on our regular Friday pizza nights.

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TPO. In other brews, here's a rapid round of updates. President-elect Trump is Time's Person of the Year for changing the course of politics and history in 2024. He celebrated by ringing the NYSE opening bell yesterday to mark the market's massive run since his election win. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark, WNBA Rookie of the Year, earned Athlete of the Year for her crossover appeal and the Caitlin Clark effect. President Biden announced the largest single act of clemency in modern history, affecting

more than 1,500 individuals sentenced under outdated laws, policies, and practices. The action commutes the sentences of 1,499 people who have been in home confinement for over a year under COVID era policies and pardons 39 people who are convicted of nonviolent crimes and have turned their lives around. New year new boss for the FBI. On Wednesday, FBI Director Christopher Wray said he'll step down by Inauguration Day after President-elect Trump announced plans to appoint a new director, Cash Patel. Trump has been critical of Ray many times since appointing him in 2017, most fervently

following the FBI's 2022 raid on Mar-a-Lago. The Onion's $1.8 million bid to buy Alex Jones Infowars was rejected by a federal judge who cited issues with the bankruptcy auction process, including lack of transparency and failure to maximize value for Jones' creditors. The owners of the union, a satire news site, say they are deeply disappointed. Infowars will remain under Jones' control for now. Mysterious lights in New Jersey's night sky turned out to be 180 commercial grade drones, not Rudolph. But it's unclear who is operating them.

The fleet of Skybots has been seen repeatedly for weeks, including near a military installation. The FBI says there are no specific or credible threats related to these sightings. The FBI says there are no specific or credible threats related to these sightings. And that's all we have for today. Thanks so much for listening. If you're listening on the Apple Podcasts app, give us a 5-star rating and drop a review. If you're listening on Spotify, give us a follow and hit the notification bell to never miss a new episode. We appreciate your support and hope you have a great weekend. We'll see you on Monday. If you love inspiring testimonies of courageous faith, look no further. The Voice of the Martyrs is offering TPO listeners free access to a film called Sabina Tortured

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