July 16, 2025

SE03:EP177

In today's episode we cover the devastating extreme rainfall across the United States, resulting in over one hundred and thirty fatalities in Central Texas. We delve into the impact on New York subway stations and New Jersey roadways, as experts link these events to global warming and unusually warm oceans. In sports, Major League Baseball is strategizing to include players in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, with Commissioner Rob Manfred and Tony Clark emphasizing the opportunity for global exposure. We discuss the Los Angeles Chargers' return to San Diego for training camp practices, highlighting Jim Harbaugh's involvement and the sold-out event at the University of San Diego for military personnel. In tech, we introduce the Photon Matrix, an AI-guided laser system designed by Jim Wong to combat mosquito-borne diseases by zapping mosquitoes mid-flight. This innovative device has already raised over seven hundred fifty-eight thousand dollars through crowdfunding. Finally, in entertainment, a rare Darth Vader lightsaber from the original Star Wars trilogy is set for auction in Los Angeles, with expectations to reach up to three million dollars, offering a unique opportunity for collectors worldwide.

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