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2023 in Gaming: Baldur's Gate 3 Crowned Game of the Year, Other Top Titles Recognized
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023Baldur's Gate 3 was crowned Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023. Other winners at the Game Awards included Alan Wake 2, Super Mario Bros Wonder, Forza Motorsport, Cocoon, Sea of Stars, Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon, Hi-Fi Rush, Honkai Star Rail, Resident Evil Village VR, Tchia, Final Fantasy XVI, Street Fighter 6, Cyberpunk 2077, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Pikmin 4. According to NME, the top five games of 2023 are Alan Wake 2, Baldur's Gate 3, The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. AP News highlighted the top 10 video games of 2023, including Baldur's Gate III, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Cocoon, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Chants of Sennaar, Sea of Stars, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew, and Starfield. FDA Approves Groundbreaking Gene Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023The FDA has approved two gene therapies, Casgevy and Lyfgenia, for the treatment of sickle cell disease in patients aged 12 years and older. Casgevy is the first FDA-approved treatment to utilize CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing technology. Concerns have been raised about the accessibility, affordability, and potential long-term effects of these therapies. Ethan Crumbley Faces Sentencing in Oxford High School Shooting
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Ethan Crumbley pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including first-degree murder and terrorism, for the Oxford High School shooting. Victim impact statements were presented during the sentencing hearing, highlighting the lasting impact of the tragedy. Crumbley's parents are set to face separate trials on involuntary manslaughter charges, marking a first in the U.S. An independent investigation revealed missteps at each level of the school district that contributed to the shooting. White House Distances Itself from CAIR Following Controversial Comments
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023The Biden administration has distanced itself from CAIR following controversial comments made by its executive director, Nihad Awad. Awad's comments, expressing support for the October 7 attacks on Israel, were condemned by the White House as antisemitic. The White House has removed CAIR from its national strategy on antisemitism. Fossil Initially Identified as Plant Revealed to be Baby Turtle
Broke On: Friday, 01 December 2023The fossil was discovered by a Colombian priest in the 1950s. The turtles were likely less than a year old and belonged to a group of extinct marine turtles. The discovery is significant because fossilized baby turtles are rare, and it provides insight into the growth and development of these ancient creatures. Shohei Ohtani's Free Agency Decision: Impact and Anticipation
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023Shohei Ohtani's free agency decision is imminent, with several teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels, and Chicago Cubs still in the mix. Ohtani's decision will have a significant impact on Japanese reporters covering his career, who may have to relocate depending on his choice. Ohtani's agent has warned teams against leaking any details of the process, emphasizing Ohtani's desire to keep everything under wraps until he has made a final decision. Fortnite Introduces New Rocket Racing Mode
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023Fortnite has introduced a new mode called Rocket Racing, developed by Psyonix, the team behind Rocket League. Rocket Racing is a free-to-play mode that went live on Friday, Dec. 8, at 7 a.m. PST. The game features 26 tracks and unique driving systems, with an emphasis on drifting, boost management, and jumping. Players can use their Rocket League cars in Rocket Racing, marking the start of cross-game ownership. Epic Games has promised to support Rocket Racing with new features and cars throughout 2024. UK Regulator Reviews Microsoft-OpenAI Partnership
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is reviewing the partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI. Microsoft has invested over $10 billion into OpenAI and will take a non-voting position on the board. The CMA has invited interested parties to comment on the matter by January 3, 2024. Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cantaloupes Results in Eight Deaths Across US and Canada
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023A salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes has resulted in eight deaths and hundreds of illnesses across the United States and Canada. The outbreak has been particularly severe among the elderly and children, with more than half of the cases resulting in hospitalization. The recall was initiated by Cut Fruit Express and TGD Cuts, LLC, affecting various stores and brands. U.S. Economy Adds 199,000 Jobs in November Amid Cooling Labor Market
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023The U.S. economy added 199,000 jobs in November, decreasing the unemployment rate to 3.7%. Wages increased by 0.4 percent over the month, exceeding expectations. The retail industry shed 38,000 jobs, reflecting the weakest holiday hiring season since 2013. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep its benchmark rate unchanged in its next meeting, with the possibility of rate cuts in the future.