Phil Harriman, guest hosting for Matt Gagnon, commemorates the 81st anniversary of D-Day, highlighting Operation Overlord as a turning point in World War II. He recalls the bravery of British, Canadian, and American forces who stormed the beaches and climbed cliffs, resulting in over 175,000 Allied troops and 20,000 airborne troops involved. Mike discusses the casualties, including 4,000 deaths and 3,000 wounded on D-Day. He shares a personal story about his uncle, a 76th Ranger, and the emotional impact of visiting the Normandy cemetery. Both emphasize the importance of teaching history to prevent the resurgence of anti-Semitism and fascism.
The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.
Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.
The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.
Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.
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