Tourists Flee Geyser, Olympics Begin, and the ‘777’ Rule

A group of tourists in Yellowstone’s Biscuit Basin raced to escape Tuesday when an [explosive black stream]( of water, smoke, and rocks erupted from the earth. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ [The Flyover] [The Flyover]( [Calendar] WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1959, Vice President Richard Nixon and Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev engaged in the so-called “[kitchen debate,](” a heated argument about capitalism and communism in the middle of a model kitchen. The Flyover begins its 2024 Paris Olympics coverage today. See our special section below. In the coming weeks, we look forward to bringing you the stories and highlights that make the Olympics special. If you have a comment or suggestion about our Olympics section, hit the reply and let us know. Until then, GO TEAM USA! We hope you enjoyed reading today's Flyover. Let us know how we're doing by replying to this email. Our sponsors today are [SmartAsset](, offering advice on how to choose the best financial advisor for you. [Take Off] [Article Icon 1]Secret Service Director Resigns Secret Service Director Kimberly [Cheatle resigned Tuesday,]( a day after appearing before angry legislators in Congress to review the assassination attempt on former President Trump. Cheatle has faced [calls to step down]( by both Republicans and Democrats since July 13, when a gunman managed to fire multiple shots at Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, striking his ear. The pressure increased after lawmakers said she failed to answer their questions during Monday’s hearing. [In her resignation letter](, Cheatle took “full responsibility” for the lapsed security. It's unclear when Cheatle’s last day will be, but a statement released by President Biden said he expected to appoint her successor “soon.” [Article Icon 1]Olympics Bars 1,000 Suspected Spies Three days before the 2024 Paris Olympics, the French interior minister announced that about [1,000 people suspected of espionage]( had been barred from attending the Games. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin emphasized the [significant security challenges]( due to past extremist attacks in Paris, current international tensions, and concerns about potential cyberattacks. To ensure the safety of 10,500 athletes and millions of visitors, Paris will deploy around 30,000 police officers daily, with a peak of 45,000 for the opening ceremony along the Seine River. [Article Icon 1] Tourists Flee Geyser Explosion A group of tourists in Yellowstone’s Biscuit Basin raced to escape Tuesday when an [explosive black stream]( of water, smoke, and rocks erupted from the earth. [The hydrothermal explosion](, which damaged the boardwalk but caused no injuries, prompted some visitors to record the scene on their phones. "God, I'm shaking... We're getting out of here!" one tourist is heard saying on a video. Geologists are [investigating the event](, which temporarily closed Biscuit Basin, though the Grand Loop road remains open. [Politics] ➤ President Biden is scheduled to address the nation from the Oval Office tonight, delivering his first on-camera remarks since ending his campaign for a second term. ([More]() ➤ Former President Trump has called for a change in venue for the second presidential debate, the first without President Biden, claiming ABC is biased and promoting Fox News to be the new host. ([More]() ➤ The Harris campaign has requested vetting materials from at least seven candidates who could be her running mate. They include North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, U.S. Sen. 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Josh Christopher scored 24 points and was named MVP. Pelle Larsson won the game for the Heat on this game-winning shot. ([See Video]() ➤ The Jaguars are signing cornerback Tyson Cambell to a four-year $76.5 million contract that will make him the highest-paid corner in NFL history. ([More]() ➤ Yesterday's results: [MLB]( [2024 Summer Olympics] Today's Olympic section is brought to you by: [The Flyover]( U.S. Olympics officials have selected four-time NBA champion and four-time Olympian LeBron James as Team USA’s male flag bearer at Friday’s opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics. His female counterpart is yet to be announced. ([More]() Data management firm Gracenote projected that Team USA could win the most Olympic medals, with 123. China was projected to come in second with 89 medals, followed by Great Britain with 66 total medals. ([See Projections]() Olympic competition starts today with eight men's soccer matches and 12 men's rugby games. 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([See it Here]() [Poll Position] Which decade's music is your favorite? - [1950s]( - [1960s]( - [1980s]( - [1990s]( - [Other]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Tuesday's Results: Do you think Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle should resign? - Yes: 87.7% - No Opinion: 6.3% - No: 6.0% [Quote Box]Daily Quote [Quote] "We’re here to make sure ... that sport isn’t used for spying, for cyberattacks or to criticize and sometimes even lie about France and the French." — [Gerald Darmanin](, French Interior Minister about the security during the Olympics. [Trivia]Today's Trivia Which 1980 song won the first and final Grammy for Best Disco Recording? [Show me the answer]( [Unsubscribe]( (Step One) The Flyover, LLC 1910 Thomes Ave. Cheyenne, WY 82001-3527 [.]( [Flyover] [Join the Flyover]( [Facebook Icon]( [Instagram Icon]( [Twitter Icon]( [LinkedIn Icon](