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Top MLB Draft Prospects: Travis Bazzana and Charlie Condon Battle for Number One Spot
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024In the 2024 MLB Draft, Travis Bazzana from Oregon State and Charlie Condon from Georgia are generating buzz as top prospects. Bazzana, a left-handed Australian batter with cricket background and excellent hit tool, faces competition from Condon who holds the collegiate record of 37 home runs in a season. MLB teams must carefully consider each player's skills and fit before making their picks at the July 13 draft. 
Barbora Krejcikova Wins Second Grand Slam Title at Wimbledon 2024: A Tense Battle Against Jasmine Paolini
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024In the women's final at Wimbledon 2024, Barbora Krejcikova and Jasmine Paolini battled it out for the title. Krejcikova took the first set but Paolini fought back to win the second. The third set was a tense battle, with Krejcikova securing crucial points to win 6-4 and claim her second Grand Slam singles title. Paolini showed great determination and became a fan favorite. Later that day, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic faced off in the men's final, with both aiming for major titles. 
Anant Ambani's Star-Studded Wedding: A Three-Day Celebration with Kim Kardashian, John Cena, and More
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Anant Ambani, India's youngest billionaire, married Radhika Merchant in a star-studded three-day wedding attended by celebrities like Kim and Khloé Kardashian, Tony Blair and Boris Johnson, Shah Rukh Khan, Adele, Drake, and David Beckham. The extravagant event took place at the Ambani-owned Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai and featured grand feasts, musical performances, and cultural shows (AP). 
Hamas' Guerrilla Warfare Tactics and Exploitation of Civilian Institutions in the Conflict in Gaza
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024Hamas uses guerrilla warfare tactics, hiding fighters and weapons in civilian areas and infrastructure, blurring the line between combatants and civilians during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Thousands of Hamas fighters remain active, continuing to resist Israeli forces with these methods despite heavy casualties. Israel works to limit Hamas' capabilities while upholding international law, providing humanitarian aid and neutralizing hidden weapons. 
Two Suspects Arrested for Five Shootings in Charlotte: One Fatality, Several Injuries
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Two teenage suspects, one from Honduras, have been arrested for a series of five shootings in Charlotte, North Carolina that left one dead and several injured. Both suspects face multiple charges including first-degree murder; investigators believe all incidents are connected based on evidence and forensic analysis. 
Matthew McConaughey Hints at Political Run, Criticizes Partisanship and Decency in Politics at NGA Summer Meeting
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024Actor Matthew McConaughey hinted at a potential political run during the NGA summer meeting, expressing concerns over partisanship and decency in politics. He criticized politicians for focusing on entertainment instead of debate. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy encouraged his potential run but warned him against being driven by party preservation. 
Biden's Unexpected Slip: Referred to Zelensky as 'President Putin' at NATO Summit
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024During the NATO summit in July 2024, US President Joe Biden mistakenly referred to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as 'President Putin'. Despite downplaying the incident by both leaders, it came at a critical moment in Biden's campaign and was used by Russian state media to criticize NATO. The US continues to support Ukraine with military aid and training. 
Biden and Trump Make Final Preparations for November Elections: Key Battleground States, Vice Presidential Picks, and Controversial Campaign Speeches
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024In the run-up to the 2024 Republican National Convention, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump prepare for the November elections, holding events in key battleground states. Amidst allegations against Trump and doubts about Biden's leadership, both candidates focus on securing undecided voters and winning over swing states. 
Israel Strikes Gaza: Top Hamas Commander Mohammed Deif Reportedly Killed in Airstrike, Over 70 Fatalities
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Israeli airstrikes on July 13, 2024, killed Mohammed Deif, Hamas' top military commander and mastermind behind the October 7 attacks. The al-Mawasi strike resulted in over 70 fatalities and injuries despite being designated as a humanitarian zone. Known for evading capture since the late 1980s, Deif's disappearance fueled speculation about his survival. Criticism follows Israeli military for civilian casualties during ongoing conflict with Hamas, with the International Criminal Court investigating potential war crimes. 
New Hope for Autoimmune Disorders: CAR-T Cell Therapies Show Promise in Treating Multiple Sclerosis and Lupus
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Researchers are exploring new ways to use CAR-T cell therapies for treating autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis and lupus, following successful results in destroying pathogenic B cells in blood cancers. Kyverna Therapeutics' publication of clinical findings on engineered CAR-T cells depleting pathogenic B cells in progressive multiple sclerosis has accelerated research efforts.