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Biden Meets with China's Top Diplomat Amid Strained Relations
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023President Biden met with China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, in Washington D.C. on October 27, 2023. This was the first high-level in-person meeting between the U.S. and China since Biden took office. The meeting was described as 'constructive' by both sides, with discussions focusing on areas of common interest and contentious issues. Rep. George Santos Arraigned on Fraud, Identity Theft Charges; Pleads Not Guilty
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023Rep. George Santos was arraigned on new charges of fraud and identity theft. Santos pleaded not guilty to all charges. Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, has expressed conditional support for Santos. NASA's Juno Spacecraft Captures 'Face' on Jupiter and Studies Io's Volcanic Activity
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023NASA's Juno spacecraft captured an image of a 'face' on Jupiter during a close flyby of the planet. The 'face' is an optical illusion created by swirling clouds and storms on Jupiter's surface. Juno has also been studying the volcanic activity on Jupiter's moon, Io, and its impact on Jupiter's global magnetic field. 2023 F1 Mexican Grand Prix: Hamilton Optimistic, Leclerc's Love for Mexican Cuisine Questioned
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023The 2023 Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix Free Practice 2 has been completed. Lewis Hamilton has expressed optimism about his chances of winning the race. Charles Leclerc has shared his fondness for Mexican cuisine, a claim met with some skepticism. Martin Scorsese's 'Killers of the Flower Moon' to Include Intermission
Broke On: Friday, 20 October 2023Paramount Pictures' upcoming film, 'Killers of the Flower Moon', is set to include an intermission. The decision to include an intermission was confirmed by Paramount's domestic distribution chief, Chris Aronson, and was director Martin Scorsese's idea. The film features a star-studded cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, and Jesse Plemons. Richard Moll, Known for Role as Bull Shannon on `Night Court`, Dies at 80
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023Richard Moll, best known for his role as Bull Shannon on `Night Court`, has died at the age of 80. Moll's acting career spanned over four decades, with roles in various films, TV shows, and voice acting in animated series and video games. Best Buy Recalls Nearly 1 Million Pressure Cookers Due to Burn Risks
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023Best Buy has recalled nearly 1 million Insignia pressure cookers due to potential burn hazards. The recall was issued after the company received reports of 17 burn injuries caused by the product. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has urged consumers to immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and to contact Best Buy for a full refund. Windsurfer Body-Slammed by Breaching Whale off Sydney Coast
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023A windsurfer was body-slammed by a breaching whale off the coast of Sydney, Australia. The surfer was not seriously injured and was able to make it back to shore on his own. Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips Announces 2024 Presidential Bid
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips has announced his bid for the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination. Phillips' decision to run against incumbent President Joe Biden has surprised many within his own party. Phillips launched his campaign in New Hampshire, a traditional early voting state. Flu Season Sees Increase in Cases Across Several U.S. States
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023The flu season is ramping up in several states, including Pennsylvania and Oklahoma. Compared to previous years, the current flu season is reported to be relatively mild.