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Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews: Rookie Sensations Set to Shine in 2024 MLB All-Star Game
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Rookie sensation Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates, with a historic 1.90 ERA and 6-0 record, will start for the NL in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game at Globe Life Field. The AL roster includes stars like Aaron Judge and Steven Kwan. Skenes is excited to potentially face Judge but may only pitch an inning due to NL manager's plans. Top prospects Dylan Crews and Wyatt Langford, both with impressive stats, are also in the spotlight. 
EA Sports College Football 25: Ranking the Top Players of Iowa Hawkeyes and West Virginia University
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024EA Sports College Football 25, released July 15, 2024 for preordered fans on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, features the Iowa Hawkeyes (87 overall) with top-rated players Jay Higgins (MLB, 94), Sebastian Castro (FS, 92), and Wyatt Milum (WVU's highest-rated player, 90). The game's delay resulted in improved gameplay and Dynasty mode. 
Teoscar Hernandez Wins 2024 MLB Home Run Derby: A Thrilling Finale Against Bobby Witt Jr.
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Teoscar Hernandez of the Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby at Globe Life Field, hitting a total of 14 home runs in the final round against Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals. Hernandez became the first Dodgers player to win and earned a $1 million bonus. Notable absences included Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Juan Soto. 
Revolutionizing Spreadsheet Data Analysis: Microsoft's New AI Model, SpreadsheetLLM
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Microsoft's SpreadsheetLLM AI model revolutionizes spreadsheet data analysis by compressing complex spreadsheets for efficient processing by large language models, improving performance in table detection tasks and enabling more comprehensive data analysis, with potential implications for finance, accounting, and data analysis industries. 
Mixed Stock Market Performances: Dow Hits New Record Amid Disappointing Earnings and Anticipated Chinese Leadership Meeting
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Mixed performances in global stock markets on July 16-17: Dow Jones sets new record, but Europe and Asia decline due to disappointing earnings and economic data; China's GDP growth misses expectations at 4.7%; U.S. futures rise, Trump faces assassination attempt, JP Morgan lowers China growth forecast; Federal Reserve Chair Powell to speak on inflation and interest rates; Oil prices fall. 
Indian PM Modi Raises Concerns Over Indians Fighting in Russian Army with Putin Amidst Diplomatic Tensions
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024During his visit to Moscow, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of Indians serving in Russian forces in Ukraine with President Vladimir Putin. About 35-50 Indians are believed to be currently serving, with at least four having lost their lives. Delhi claims they were deceived into active combat roles under false promises of jobs and a Russian passport. Despite India's opposition to Russia's war in Ukraine, the two countries signed new agreements on science, trade, and climate change. 
Republican National Convention Kicks Off with Economic Themes and Trump's Surprise Appearance: A Miraculous Survival and America First Policies
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024The Republican National Convention began on July 18, 2024, with economic themes and Trump's first public appearance since an assassination attempt. Trump urged Republicans to win elections using all means and emphasized his America First policies. Speakers highlighted the GOP's economic achievements under Trump, including tax cuts and trade deals. Despite some misinformation, the convention marked a populist shift in the Republican Party. 
Judge Dismisses All Charges in Trump Classified Documents Case, Raising Questions About Legality of Investigation
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Judge Aileen M. Cannon dismissed all charges against former President Donald J. Trump in the classified documents case on July 15, 2024, ruling that Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment was unlawful due to lack of specific federal statute and Senate confirmation. The decision came amid ongoing investigations into Trump's handling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago and raised questions about the legality and legitimacy of the investigation. 
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Distinct Morning and Evening Atmospheres on Exoplanet WASP-39b: A Tidally Locked World with Extreme Temperature Differences
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024NASA's James Webb Space Telescope reveals distinct morning and evening atmospheres on exoplanet WASP-39b, with temperature differences up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit due to gas circulation and extreme tidal locking. Neemias Queta Shines as Boston Celtics Defeat Los Angeles Lakers in NBA 2K25 Summer League
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Boston Celtics' Neemias Queta shines in 88-74 Summer League win over Los Angeles Lakers, scoring a game-high 22 points and leading the team to a dominant performance. LeBron James' son, Bronny, had another disappointing shooting night for the Lakers who now hold a 1-5 record.
