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Houston's Mayoral Runoff Election: A Clash of Generations and a Potential Historic Outcome
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023State Sen. John Whitmire and U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee are the candidates in Houston's mayoral runoff election. Whitmire led the initial election with 42% of the vote, while Jackson Lee placed second with 36%. The winner will replace term-limited Mayor Sylvester Turner. If elected, Jackson Lee would become the first Black woman to serve as Houston's mayor. The election takes place against the backdrop of new state laws that curb local Democratic control over elections in Harris County. First Case of Chronic Wasting Disease Confirmed in Kentucky
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023First case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) confirmed in Kentucky. The disease was detected in a 2-year-old white-tailed deer harvested from Ballard County. Efforts to combat the spread of CWD are underway, with close collaboration between national, state, and local partners. The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commissioner stated that they have a CWD Response Plan in place. Hunters are encouraged to donate the heads of legally harvested deer for testing. Mysterious Respiratory Illness in Dogs: Precautions Urged Amid Nationwide Spread
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023A mysterious respiratory illness is affecting dogs across the United States. Symptoms of the illness include coughing, fever, and lethargy. The illness is mostly mild, with most dogs recovering well. Scientists are getting closer to identifying the cause of the illness. Pet owners are advised to take precautions, especially during the holiday season. Patriots End Losing Streak, Jabrill Peppers Defends Coach Belichick Amidst Criticism
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023The New England Patriots recently ended a five-game losing streak with a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Patriots safety, Jabrill Peppers, has expressed support for head coach Bill Belichick amidst criticism. Belichick has praised the team's effort and expressed satisfaction with the results. Rocket Attack Targets U.S. Embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone, Causes Minor Damage
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Several rockets were fired at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone, causing minor damage but no casualties. The U.S. embassy has urged the Iraqi government to protect its personnel following the attack. No specific group has claimed responsibility for the attack, but Iran-backed militias have been responsible for similar attacks in the past. U.S. Unlikely to Rethink Military Aid to Israel Amid Rising Gaza Death Toll
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023The U.S. is unlikely to reconsider its military aid to Israel, despite the escalating conflict in Gaza. More than 17,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel began its bombardment in response to a cross-border rampage by Hamas militants. The U.S. has criticized Israel's conduct in the war, highlighting a gap between Israel's intentions to protect civilians and the mounting casualties on the ground. Arab states, led by the United Arab Emirates, have requested a vote on a draft resolution at the UN Security Council, pushing for a humanitarian ceasefire. University of Pennsylvania President Faces Backlash Over Antisemitism Response
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill is facing backlash and calls for her resignation following her testimony at a congressional hearing on antisemitism. The board of Penn's Wharton business school and the Wharton Board of Advisors have called for Magill's resignation. A major benefactor has threatened to withdraw a $100 million donation to the university. The congressional committee that held the hearing is now investigating the University of Pennsylvania, along with Harvard and MIT. Trump Comments on Weight During Ongoing Civil Fraud Trial
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023Former President Donald Trump is currently involved in a civil fraud trial in New York. Trump made a self-deprecating comment about his weight while viewing a courtroom sketch. The trial is centered around allegations that Trump's company manipulated the value of its properties to obtain favorable financing. Trump's lawyers argue that there is no evidence of accounting fraud. Trump has criticized the trial as a 'fraud' and a 'witch hunt,' claiming he is the victim of political targeting. Particle Physicists Propose Decade-Long Roadmap Featuring Muon Collider and Big Bang Research
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Particle physicists propose building a revolutionary particle collider in the US that would collide muons. The panel also recommended exploring the feasibility of two new types of particle accelerators. The top priority is the Cosmic Microwave Background Stage IV project, which aims to look for indirect evidence of physical processes in the instant after the Big Bang. Bachelor in Paradise Season 9 Finale: Engagements, Breakups, and a Wedding
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023The season 9 finale of 'Bachelor in Paradise' aired on Thursday, Dec. 7 on ABC. Two couples got engaged, one couple got married, and some contestants left Paradise without finding love. The season was filmed at the Playa Escondida resort in Sayulita, Mexico, with Jesse Palmer as the host.