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Seven Dead, Twelve Injured: Two Separate Shooting Incidents Rock Birmingham on July 13, 2024
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024In a devastating night for Birmingham, Alabama on July 13, 2024, seven people were killed and twelve others injured in two separate shootings. The first incident claimed the lives of an adult male, an adult female, and a young child in Echo Highlands neighborhood. Three hours later, outside a North Birmingham nightclub on 27th Street North, four more lives were lost and nine others were injured. Police are investigating both incidents and asking for public help as Birmingham grapples with a surge in violence, reporting 89 homicides this year compared to last year's 74. 
Horoscopes for July 14, 2024: Insights into Relationships and Personal Growth for Different Zodiac Signs
Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024Horoscopes for July 14, 2024 reveal insights into relationships and personal growth for various zodiac signs. Honesty, openness, and effective communication are essential in dealing with challenges related to shared responsibilities or confrontational people. Cancer individuals should protect bonds by lowering expectations while Aries must be honest with partners. Capricorns should reflect on past experiences without letting them hinder new opportunities. 
Powerful Figures Convene at the Exclusive Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference: Jeff Bezos, Bob Iger, and More in Attendance
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024At Sun Valley, Idaho's exclusive Allen & Company conference, billionaires Jeff Bezos, Bob Iger, Mark Zuckerberg, and more gathered for high-level discussions on business deals and industry trends. Notable attendees included Bezos with partner Lauren Sanchez and Stacey Bendet Eisner in a head-to-toe red outfit. Past conferences have influenced major business decisions like Bezos' purchase of The Washington Post. 
Google Fi Introduces Number Lock: Protecting Users Against SIM Swapping at No Extra Cost
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Google Fi introduces Number Lock, a new feature that prevents unauthorized SIM swaps and protects users against related scams at no extra cost. Enabling this added layer of security on Google Fi requires signing in to the account and following the prompts in Phone settings > Privacy & security > Number lock. 
North and South Korea Tensions Escalate: Kim Yo Jong Threatens Military Steps Amid Propaganda Leaflets and Military Drills
Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024North and South Korea tensions escalate as North Korea retaliates against South Korean propaganda balloons with threats and provocative actions, including the suspension of a military pact and renewed psychological warfare. Kim Yo Jong accuses Seoul's conservative government of deliberately escalating tensions to distract from domestic political crises. North Korea's weapons testing and condemnation of joint military drills between South Korea, the U.S., and Japan further strain relations. 
Israel's Strikes on Hamas Leadership: The Elimination of Muhammad Deif and Rafa Salameh and Its Impact on the War
Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024Israeli forces successfully strike and eliminate Hamas' most potent symbol and architect of its fighting force, Muhammad Deif, along with Rafa Salameh in a Hamas compound. This loss could lead to cracks within Hamas as Israel continues its military campaign against the terror group. However, civilian areas in Gaza have also been targeted, resulting in significant loss of life. 
England vs Spain at Euro 2024: A Clash of Strategies and Talents
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024The Euro 2024 final between England and Spain on July 14, 2024, promises a thrilling contest as both teams display impressive form. England aims to contain Spain's left wingers, Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, while improving possession and fluidity. Defending champions Spain rely on their passing accuracy and goalkeeper Unai Simón to maintain their title bid. England seeks its first major trophy since 1966, while Spain targets a record-breaking fourth European Championship win. Dr. Ruth Westheimer: From Holocaust Survivor to Sex Therapist and Media Personality
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Pioneering sex therapist and media personality Dr. Ruth Westheimer, born in Frankfurt, Germany in 1928 to Orthodox Jewish parents, escaped the Holocaust at age eleven and joined the Haganah in Palestine as a sniper due to her small stature. In the 1980s, she gained national fame with her radio and television programs discussing sex and relationships. 
Israel-Hamas Conflict: Dozens Dead in Shajaiye Neighborhood, Hamas Withdraws from Cease-fire Talks
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024Israeli military operations in Gaza City's Shajaiye neighborhood leave dozens dead and most buildings destroyed, prompting Hamas to withdraw from cease-fire talks. Israeli forces target and kill Hamas military commanders Mohammed Deif and Rafa Salama, leading to increased tensions and calls for retaliation. Both sides continue military actions, with no clear resolution in sight. 
NASA Astronauts Extend Stay at ISS Due to Boeing Starliner's Propulsion System Issues
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have unexpectedly extended their stay at the International Space Station due to issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The spacecraft encountered problems with its propulsion system involving helium leaks and malfunctioning thrusters during its approach to the ISS. NASA is currently testing one of Starliner's RCS thrusters to ensure its performance during the return journey, which will help engineers understand the root cause of these issues. The Boeing Starliner spacecraft is a crucial part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, providing transportation for astronauts to and from the ISS.