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French President Macron Arrives in Israel Amid Hostage Crisis; Israeli UN Ambassador Calls for Secretary-General's Resignation
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Israel on October 24, 2023, amidst ongoing hostage negotiations. Israeli UN Ambassador Gilad Erdan has called for the resignation of UN Secretary-General António Guterres, accusing him of bias in his remarks on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Former Trump Legal Advisor Jenna Ellis Found Guilty in Election Fraud Case
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023Jenna Ellis, a former legal advisor to President Trump, was found guilty on charges related to her efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. The charges included conspiracy to commit election fraud, making false statements, and criminal solicitation. The case has sparked a range of reactions and raised questions about the role of lawyers in political disputes. House Republicans Nominate Candidate for Speaker
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023House Republicans have nominated their candidate for the Speaker of the House. The nominee was chosen from a pool of eight candidates. The nominee will now face a vote in the House of Representatives. Study Finds Potential Link Between 'Forever Chemicals' and Thyroid Cancer Risk
Broke On: Sunday, 15 October 2023A recent study has found a potential link between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and an increased risk of thyroid cancer. The study did not establish a direct cause-and-effect relationship between PFAS exposure and thyroid cancer, and more research is needed to confirm these findings. Other studies have suggested that PFAS may also affect reproductive health. Second Patient Receives Pig Heart Transplant, Shows No Signs of Rejection
Broke On: Monday, 23 October 2023Lawrence Faucette is the second patient to receive a genetically modified pig heart transplant. The procedure was carried out at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Faucette has not shown signs of rejecting the new organ. The pig heart was genetically modified to remove certain sugars that could trigger an immune response in humans. The procedure was approved by the FDA under a 'compassionate use' exception. CDC Warns of Shortage in Key Drug for Preventing Severe RSV in Infants
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023The CDC has warned of a shortage in a key drug, palivizumab, used to prevent severe RSV in infants. The shortage is due to unprecedented demand, possibly linked to a surge in RSV cases. The CDC has recommended rationing of the drug, prioritizing infants at the highest risk of severe RSV disease. Ancient River Landscape Discovered Beneath East Antarctic Ice Sheet
Broke On: Sunday, 15 October 2023An ancient river landscape has been discovered beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet. The landscape is believed to have been formed by a network of rivers around 34 million years ago. The discovery provides new insights into the history of the Antarctic Ice Sheet and its response to climate change. Apollo Lunar Rocks Reveal Moon's Age to be Older Than Previously Thought
Broke On: Saturday, 15 January 2022Lunar rocks collected during the Apollo 14 mission have been used to determine the moon's age. The moon is approximately 4.51 billion years old, 40 to 140 million years older than previously estimated. The age determination was made possible by dating tiny zircon crystals in the lunar rocks using the uranium-lead dating technique. 49ers Suffer Second Consecutive Loss to Vikings in NFL Game
Broke On: Monday, 23 October 2023The San Francisco 49ers suffered a loss to the Minnesota Vikings in a recent NFL game. The 49ers' defense struggled throughout the match, leading to their second consecutive defeat. The Vikings' quarterback, Kirk Cousins, had a strong performance, while the 49ers' quarterback, Brock Purdy, faced challenges. Celtics and Bucks Lead as Favorites in 2023-24 NBA Season
Broke On: Monday, 23 October 2023The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks are the title favorites for the 2023-24 NBA season according to sportsbooks. The Golden State Warriors, Brooklyn Nets, and Los Angeles Lakers are ranked as the most entertaining teams to watch. Basketball cards are expected to see a surge in value with the start of the new NBA season.