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University Presidents Testify Before Congress on Antisemitism on Campuses
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023The presidents of Harvard, MIT, and UPenn testified before Congress about rising antisemitism on their campuses. The universities are taking steps to combat antisemitism, including increasing security and providing mental health support. The Department of Education has opened investigations into several colleges, including Harvard and Penn, under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Week 14 Fantasy Football Rankings and Strategies for 2023 NFL Season
Broke On: Monday, 04 December 2023The top five players in the ranking are Christian McCaffrey (49ers), Dak Prescott (Cowboys), CeeDee Lamb (Cowboys), Tyreek Hill (Dolphins), and Jalen Hurts (Eagles). Understanding roster positions and bye weeks is crucial for setting up a successful fantasy football lineup. The rankings for Week 14 are dynamic and are updated throughout the week based on news and injury developments. Lakers Triumph Over Suns in NBA In-Season Tournament Quarterfinals
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Phoenix Suns in the NBA In-Season Tournament quarterfinals with a score of 106-103. LeBron James led the Lakers to victory with 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists. The Lakers will face the New Orleans Pelicans in the next round of the NBA In-Season Tournament. Reddit Addresses Bug Allowing Offensive Slurs in URLs
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023Reddit has identified a bug that allows unexpected characters, including offensive slurs, to be added to the subdomains of its links. These manipulated URLs have been found to occasionally surface in Google search results. Reddit is actively working with its partners to address the bug and prevent similar incidents in the future. No Winner for $377 Million Mega Millions Jackpot on December 5, 2023
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday, December 5, 2023, was $377 million, but no one claimed the top prize. The winning numbers were 18, 35, 40, 64, and 67, with the Mega Ball being 18. There were three tickets that matched five numbers, each winning $1 million prizes. The next Mega Millions drawing is estimated to be $395 million. Atmospheric River Causes Record-Breaking Rainfall and Flooding in Pacific Northwest
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023An atmospheric river has caused heavy rainfall, flooding, and unusually warm temperatures in the Pacific Northwest. The town of Forks saw its rainfall record for December 4 more than double. Over 17 million people are under flood alerts due to the atmospheric river. Vegan Diet Shows Significant Cardiometabolic Health Improvements in Twin Study
Broke On: Monday, 04 December 2023Vegan diet leads to significant reductions in LDL cholesterol, fasting insulin levels, and body weight. Potential nutritional deficiencies, particularly vitamin B12, associated with a vegan diet. Additional benefits of a vegan diet include increased gut bacteria and reduced telomere loss. Aaron Rodgers Defends Zach Wilson Amid Jets' Quarterback Controversy
Broke On: Monday, 04 December 2023Zach Wilson is reportedly hesitant to return to the field due to injury risk. Aaron Rodgers criticizes the report and defends Zach Wilson. Jets' head coach, Robert Saleh, states that Wilson wants to play and believes he is the best quarterback for the team. The Jets have struggled at the quarterback position this season, with Wilson being benched multiple times. SAG-AFTRA Union Ends Historic Strike with Ratified Contract
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023The SAG-AFTRA union has ratified a new three-year contract with Hollywood studios, ending the longest ever work stoppage for US film and television actors. The contract includes wage increases, higher residuals, streaming bonuses, and protections against the use of artificial intelligence. The contract is estimated to generate over a billion dollars in new compensation, health benefits, and pensions. Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy Crowned Champions of 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 32
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy win Season 32 of 'Dancing With the Stars'. This victory marks Gomez as the first Marvel star and the second woman of Latino descent to win the competition. The finale featured a redemption round and a freestyle round, with performances from past champions and a routine choreographed by Ray Leeper.