 It's time now for a look at some of the other stories making news in New York and around the world. For that, we're joined by Bloomberg's Michael Barr. Michael, good morning. Good morning, Karen. New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez says he plans to appeal Tuesday's conviction for taking bribes from Egypt. A jury found the former Senate Foreign Relations Chair guilty on all 16 counts, accepting gold bars, lavish gifts, and other items in exchange for official favors. The calls rang out for Menendez to resign, including from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.