CNN 10: December 1, 2023

Introduction

• Host: Coy Wyer
• Description: 10 minutes of news, allowing viewers to form their own opinions

Tribute to Jimmy Carter

• Funeral Services:
  • Jimmy Carter, 39th U.S. President, passed away at 100 years old
  • State funeral held at Washington National Cathedral
  • Attended by prominent figures including former presidents and President-elect Donald Trump
  • Eulogized by President Joe Biden
  • Musical tributes by Garth Brooks, Tricia Yearwood, U.S. Marine Orchestra, Cathedral Choir, and Armed Forces Chorus
• Significance:
  • First gathering of four living former presidents since 2018
  • Carter laid to rest in Plains, Georgia, beside wife Rosalynn

TikTok's Uncertain Future

• Legislation:
  • Potential U.S. ban unless owner ByteDance sells TikTok by January 19th
  • Supreme Court hearing on the issue
• Impact on Creators and Economy:
  • Joanne Molinaro, content creator, discusses financial impacts
  • Estimated losses: $1 billion for small businesses, $300 million for creators
  • Resilience and potential shifts to other platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Flag Football: Upcoming Olympic Event

• History and Growth:
  • Originated in WWII, known as touch-and-tail football
  • Second fastest growing sport for ages 6-17
  • Significant increase in participation and equipment sales
• Current Developments:
  • Becoming a significant sport with corporate sponsorships and youth participation
  • Olympic debut at Los Angeles 2028 games

Drone Rescue Story

• Incident:
  • Two-year-old Bernese Mountain dog, Charlie, rescued using thermal drone technology
  • Dog found injured but safe after a week-long search

Closing Remarks

• Shout-outs:
  • Vista Heights Middle School in Saratoga Springs, Utah
• Encouragement:
  • Motivation for viewers to recognize their impact and power