over a popular park. the city closing the area so it can undergo maintenance. dr. anthony fauci is backtracking after saying it's so soon if americans can gather in person on christmas. listen. >> i will be spending christmas with my family. i encourage people, particularly the vaccinated people who are protected to have a good, normal christmas with your family. jillian: the cdc encouraging americans to celebrate the holiday virtually or with outdoor gatherings to reduce the spread of covid-19. how about this? william shatner is t minus one week away from blasting off into space aboard a blue origin rocket. jeff bezos confirming the 90-year-old will be on board the october 12th flight. "star trek's" captain kirk calling it a miracle. shatner's journey will last 11 minutes as he a soars international boundary of space. brian: how great is that. ainsley: so cool.