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Hunter Biden Agrees to Public Testimony Before House Oversight Committee
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023Hunter Biden has agreed to testify publicly before the House Oversight Committee on December 13, in response to a subpoena. The subpoenas mark the first time the panel has directly subpoenaed members of the Biden family. Republicans leading the impeachment inquiry allege that Hunter was involved in connecting the Biden family to foreign money, but have yet to provide evidence directly implicating President Biden. Hunter Biden is also charged with three firearms felonies related to the 2018 purchase of a gun during a period he has acknowledged being addicted to drugs. Senate Negotiations on Immigration Policy Key to Ukraine-Israel Aid
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023The U.S. Senate is currently grappling with immigration policy changes that are crucial to passing aid for Ukraine and Israel. Senate Democrats are considering making it harder for migrants to seek asylum in order to secure Republican support for aiding Ukraine and Israel. The Biden administration has requested nearly $106 billion in funding for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and the border. Nikki Haley Receives Endorsement from Koch-Backed Group for 2024 Presidential Bid
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023Nikki Haley has received an endorsement from Americans for Prosperity Action, a political group backed by billionaire Charles Koch. The Koch network believes that three in four Republicans are open to a Trump alternative if they believe that person has a better chance of winning. The super-PAC has raised over $70 million to spend on political races. China Increases Fever Clinics in Response to Surge in Respiratory Illnesses
Broke On: Sunday, 26 November 2023China's health ministry has called for an increase in the number of fever clinics in response to a surge in respiratory illnesses. The World Health Organization (WHO) had previously requested more information from China, citing reports of clusters of undiagnosed pneumonia in children. National Health Commission spokesperson Mi Feng attributed the surge in acute respiratory illnesses to the simultaneous circulation of several kinds of pathogens, most prominently influenza. Cases among children are particularly high in northern areas like Beijing and Liaoning province. The health ministry has stated that the illnesses are caused by the flu and other known pathogens, not by a novel virus. Upcoming NBA Games: Teams Aim to Break Losing Streaks
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023Memphis is set to play Utah, having lost eight consecutive home games. Detroit Pistons, on a 14-game losing streak, will face Los Angeles Lakers. Chicago, on a six-game road losing streak, will play against Boston. Portland aims to break its five-game road losing streak in a game against Indiana. New York and Charlotte will face off in an Eastern Conference matchup. Los Angeles and Denver will play in a Western Conference matchup. Houston, on a five-game road slide, will play against Dallas. The Denver Nuggets, despite being undermanned and without Nikola Jokic, defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 113-104. Lake-Effect Snowstorm Impacts Great Lakes Region, Causes Hazardous Travel Conditions
Broke On: Monday, 27 November 2023The first significant lake-effect snow event of the year is expected to impact several regions near the Great Lakes, with forecasts predicting as much as 1-2 feet of snow in some areas. The snow event is anticipated to cause hazardous travel conditions, with the National Weather Service advising residents in several counties to avoid all travel to allow snow plows to operate. Nearly 2 feet of snow has already fallen on the Tug Hill plateau in the first lake effect storm of the season. Surge in Respiratory Illnesses Across Pacific Region and China
Broke On: Monday, 27 November 2023There has been a notable increase in epidemic and emerging disease alerts in the Pacific region, including COVID-19, Dengue, and Influenza A & B. The Indian government is tracking all cases of serious respiratory illnesses among children and adolescents at the district level. The recent surge in respiratory illnesses in China is not as high as before the COVID-19 pandemic. Tom Nitti Unexpectedly Exits 'The Voice' Ahead of Playoff Rounds
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023Tom Nitti has unexpectedly left 'The Voice' ahead of the Playoff Rounds. The news was confirmed by his team coach, Reba McEntire. Nitti had been a standout performer throughout the season. His departure leaves Team Reba with five remaining members: Jordan Rainer, Ruby Leigh, Jacquie Roar, Noah Spencer, and Super Save singer Ms. Monet. 33rd Gotham Awards Recognize Independent Film and Television Achievements
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023'Past Lives' won the Best Feature award at the Gotham Awards Lily Gladstone and Charles Melton won for Outstanding Lead and Supporting Performances respectively Robert De Niro Alleges Censorship of His Gotham Awards Speech
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023Robert De Niro claimed his speech at the Gotham Awards was edited without his knowledge to remove criticisms of Donald Trump. De Niro accused Trump of lying more than 30,000 times during his term. De Niro suggested that Apple, the distributor of 'Killers of the Flower Moon', was responsible for the censoring of his speech.