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USMNT Eliminated from Copa América: Gregg Berhalter Contract Terminated by USSF
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024The USMNT suffered an early exit from the 2024 Copa América, leading to Gregg Berhalter's termination as head coach. Despite previous successes, including a World Cup knockout stage finish and Gold Cup victory, the team's disappointing performance left them third in Group C and out of the knockout stages for the first time on home soil. USSF seeks a winning coach to lead the team into the 2026 World Cup era. 
Microsoft's July 2024 Security Update: Patching the High-Severity CVE-2024-38112 Spoofing Vulnerability in Windows MSHTML Platform
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024In July 2024, Microsoft patched a year-long exploited high severity vulnerability (CVE-2024-38112) in the Windows MSHTML Platform. Attackers disguised malicious files or websites to trick users into opening them, bypassing modern security features and executing remote code on their systems. 
Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against Justices Thomas and Alito: Ethics Concerns and Potential Conflicts of Interest
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has introduced articles of impeachment against Supreme Court justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, citing ethics concerns and potential conflicts of interest. Thomas is accused of failing to disclose gifts from Republican megadonor Harlan Crow and refusing to recuse himself from election cases due to his wife's involvement. Alito faces impeachment for flags outside his residences that were carried by Capitol rioters, along with allegations of undisclosed trips funded by interested parties. 
Hurricane Beryl: Over 2.7 Million Customers Without Power in Texas, Entergy and CenterPoint Work to Restore Service
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Hurricane Beryl left over 2.7 million customers in Texas without power, primarily in Houston. Entergy Texas and CenterPoint Energy aim to restore half and one million customers, respectively, by July 10. Damage included downed transmission towers and fallen trees into power lines, causing prolonged outages for some residents. 
NATO Accuses China of Enabling Russia's War Against Ukraine: Allegations and Implications
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024NATO allies accuse China of enabling Russia's war against Ukraine with nuclear arsenal, space capabilities, and weapons components. Tensions escalate between NATO and China over various geopolitical issues. Despite denials from China, NATO alleges Beijing provides equipment to rebuild Russia's military. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/VWHObesitytentpole-2to1ratio-v1-fef34fcec4f648e5a86ec7e914544252.png)
GLP-1 Drugs: A Step Forward in Obesity Care but Not a Silver Bullet
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy offer weight loss benefits and health improvements, but they don't address the systemic issues in obesity care. A survey by Verywell Health revealed that many people face barriers to respectful care. Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford's research revolutionized obesity medicine with approved diabetes drugs for treating obesity. However, these drugs are not a long-term solution for weight loss or addressing underlying issues contributing to obesity. 
Mike Gundy's Controversial Comments on Ollie Gordon II's DUI Arrest
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy faced controversy after player Ollie Gordon II's DUI arrest in June 2024. At Big 12 Media Days, Gundy made unusual comments downplaying the severity of Gordon's 0.11 BAC. 
NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown's Confusion Over Derrick White's Team USA Selection, Kawhi Leonard's Olympic Withdrawal, and President Biden's Called-Into-Question Olympics Participation
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown expressed confusion after teammate Derrick White was selected over him for Team USA at the Paris Olympics. Brown led the Celtics to an 18th championship with impressive playoff stats, while White brings valuable defensive presence to the team. Former coach George Karl called on President Biden to consider withdrawing from the 2024 election due to age concerns, and LeBron James and Steph Curry unveiled Team USA's Olympic uniforms. 
England Overcomes Netherlands in Extra Time: One Game Away from Euro 2024 Glory
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024England reached the Euro 2024 final with a thrilling extra-time victory over Netherlands, thanks to Ollie Watkins' goal. England's resilience shone through despite losing momentum in the second half and facing pressure from Dutch favorites. Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo delivered a standout performance, while Pickford made crucial saves to secure the win. 
John Mulaney and Olivia Munn Tie the Knot in Private Ceremony Amidst Personal Challenges
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Comedian John Mulaney and actress Olivia Munn secretly tied the knot in a small ceremony over the weekend, surrounded by their 2-year-old son Malcolm and a witness. The couple, who have faced personal challenges including Mulaney's substance abuse issues and Munn's breast cancer diagnosis, have found support in each other.