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Chinese Fighter Jet Intercepts U.S. Bomber Over South China Sea
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023A Chinese J-11 fighter jet intercepted a U.S. B-52 bomber over the South China Sea on October 26, 2023. The U.S. Department of Defense confirmed the incident, stating that the Chinese jet came within an unsafe distance of the U.S. aircraft. The Chinese Defense Ministry claimed that the U.S. bomber had entered a no-fly zone without permission during a live-fire exercise, a claim disputed by the U.S. military. China released videos showing what it described as provocative actions by a U.S. ship in the South China Sea. House Speaker Mike Johnson's Controversial Stance on 2024 Election Certification
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023House Speaker Mike Johnson refused to acknowledge the results of the 2024 presidential election. Johnson's stance has sparked controversy and caused a rift within the Republican party. The controversy has led to a broader discussion about the role of the House Speaker in the U.S. political system. House Passes Bill Reducing Climate Change Funding
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill reducing funding for climate change initiatives. The bill, H.R. 4394, pertains to energy and water development and related agencies. The legislation is seen as a shift towards business-friendly policies and is expected to impact the energy sector. Samsung Introduces Temporary Cloud Backup Feature
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023Samsung has introduced a temporary cloud backup feature in its One UI 6 software. The feature allows users to store unlimited data for a period of 30 days, after which the data is automatically deleted. The feature is available to all Samsung users and does not require a subscription. Intel Surpasses Expectations with Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023Intel reported a Q3 2023 revenue of $18.33 billion, slightly above the predicted $18.24 billion. The company's earnings per share (EPS) stood at $1.71, surpassing the expected $1.62. Intel's data center group reported a revenue of $6.5 billion, a 10% increase year over year. Intel issued an upbeat forecast for Q4, expecting a revenue of $19.1 billion and an EPS of $1.52. Patrick McHenry Announces Bid for Speaker Amid GOP Turmoil
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023Patrick McHenry, a Republican representative from North Carolina, has announced his intention to run for Speaker of the House. McHenry has been serving in the House since 2005 and has been credited with keeping the House functioning during the GOP's period of political turmoil. New York Republicans Initiate Move to Expel George Santos from House
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023New York Republicans have initiated a move to force a vote on the expulsion of George Santos from the House of Representatives. The resolution to expel Santos was filed by House Republicans. The allegations against Santos are currently under investigation in court. The resolution to expel Santos requires a two-thirds majority vote in the House. CDC Advisory Committee Recommends MPOX Vaccine for High-Risk Men
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended the MPOX vaccine for high-risk men. The MPOX vaccine was developed by Bavarian Nordic. The recommendation was based on the vaccine's efficacy and safety data. Roosters May Recognize Themselves in Mirrors, Study Suggests
Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023A recent study suggests that roosters may be able to recognize themselves in a mirror. The study has sparked debate in the scientific community, with some questioning the methodology and interpretation of the results. Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks Face Off in 2023 World Series
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023The 2023 World Series is between the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks The Texas Rangers have a strong pitching lineup The Arizona Diamondbacks have a balanced team with strong batting and pitching