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Actor Matthew Perry, Known for `Friends`, Dies at 53
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023Matthew Perry, best known for his role on `Friends`, passed away on October 29, 2023. Perry's cause of death has not been disclosed. Perry was open about his struggles with addiction and spent time in rehab on multiple occasions. Pickleball coach Matt Manasse paid tribute to Perry, describing him as a `kind and humble` person. UN World Food Programme Loses Contact with Teams in Gaza Amid Conflict
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023The UN World Food Programme has lost communication with its humanitarian teams in Gaza. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in significant damage to infrastructure, hindering the delivery of humanitarian aid. Israel Initiates Second Phase of Military Operation in Gaza Amidst Looting of UN Warehouses
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023Israel has initiated the second phase of its military operation in Gaza, involving the deployment of ground forces. A series of Israeli airstrikes occurred near Gaza's largest refugee camp. UN warehouses in Gaza, storing essential supplies, have been looted. Google Bard Chatbot Now Features Real-Time Responses
Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023Google Bard chatbot has been updated with real-time response and skip response features. The updates were rolled out globally on October 28, 2023. Anti-Israeli Mob Storms Dagestan Airport Following Arrival of Tel Aviv Flight
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023An anti-Israeli mob stormed the Makhachkala airport in Dagestan, Russia, following the arrival of a flight from Tel Aviv, Israel. The Ukrainian leader expressed his dismay at the incident, stating that he was appalled by the riots. Two Killed, 18 Injured in Tampa Shooting; Governor DeSantis Responds
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023Two people were killed and 18 injured in a shooting in Tampa, Florida. Among the deceased was a 14-year-old boy. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has responded to the incident, promising justice for the victims and a review of security measures. UAW Reaches Tentative Agreements with Stellantis and Ford, Ends Strike
Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023UAW and Stellantis have reached a tentative agreement on a labor contract, ending a weeks-long strike. UAW has also reached an agreement with Ford, which includes substantial wage increases and commitments to future investments in U.S. plants. Eagles Triumph Over Commanders in Week 8, Impact on Commanders' Trade Deadline Plans Speculated
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023The Philadelphia Eagles won against the Washington Commanders in the Week 8 NFL game The outcome of the game was speculated to influence the Commanders' decisions at the trade deadline Commanders' defensive ends, Chase Young and Montez Sweat, were rumored to be on the trading block Apple's 'Scary Fast' Event Unveils New MacBook Pro 14 and Mysterious Gift Boxes
Broke On: Monday, 30 October 2023Apple held its 'Scary Fast' event on October 30, 2023. The event unveiled the new MacBook Pro 14 with M2 Pro and M2 Max Apple Silicon. Apple also introduced 'sweet and spooky' gift boxes at the event. Iranian Teenager Armita Geravand Dies Following Train Incident
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023Iranian teenager Armita Geravand died after allegedly being confronted for not wearing a hijab on a train. The U.S. expressed deep sadness over the incident, sparking international attention.