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Albertsons-Kroger Merger: Divestiture of 60+ Supermarkets in California and Alaska Amid Regulatory Opposition and Worker Uncertainty
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Albertsons and Kroger plan to merge, selling off 18 stores in Alaska and over 60 in California due to regulatory concerns. The merger, opposed by labor unions and regulators, could impact thousands of workers with potential job losses. 
Microsoft Steps Down from OpenAI Board: A Shift in Governance and Leadership
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Microsoft relinquishes OpenAI board seat following CEO change and governance updates. 
Iran's New Avowed President: An Introduction
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Iran elects a new president, its first avowed non-nuclear advocate. 
Senator Menendez's Corruption Trial: From Cairo to Havana - A Bell, Qatari Sheikhs, and Bribery Allegations
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Senator Robert Menendez stands trial on bribery charges involving Qatari sheikhs, gold bullion, and Egyptian intelligence officers. The case has taken jurors from Cairo to Havana and includes unexpected moments like the senator summoning his wife with a table bell. 
At Least 25 Killed in Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Schools Housing Displaced People
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024At least 25 people were killed and dozens injured in Israeli airstrikes on schools housing displaced civilians in Khan Younis, Gaza Strip. The attacks forced thousands to flee and closed key hospitals. Israel ordered civilians to leave Gaza City as it targeted UNRWA headquarters, leaving large parts of the city shattered after nine months of fighting. 
Trump Challenges Biden to Debate and Golf Match at Doral Resort: Who Will Accept?
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024During a campaign rally in Miami on July 10, 2024, Former President Donald Trump challenged President Joe Biden to a man-to-man debate and an 18-hole golf match at his Doral resort. Trump offered $1 million to charity if he lost. Biden dismissed the debate proposal as not serious and focused on his agenda. Trump introduced his youngest son, Barron, and there were rumors about Marco Rubio becoming Trump's running mate. 
Presidential Cognitive Ability: A Comparative Analysis of Biden and Trump's Assessments
Broke On: Tuesday, 17 January 2023In the US presidential race, cognitive ability has become a topic of discussion surrounding Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Both candidates have faced questions about their mental fitness due to their age, with Biden dismissing calls for taking a cognitive test while Trump claims to have passed one in 2018 without providing details. The American Academy of Neurology recommends assessing individuals over 65 for cognitive abilities, and Biden's neurological exam results were released as part of his annual physical report. The Montreal Cognitive Assessment is commonly used to measure cognitive function, and both candidates' mental fitness has become a significant issue in the race. 
Ollie Gordon's DUI Arrest: Star Running Back Faces Internal Punishment at Oklahoma State Amidst Crucial Football Season
Broke On: Friday, 30 June 2023Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon was arrested for DUI and having open alcohol containers on June 30, 2023. Despite the incident, coach Mike Gundy announced he would not miss playing time. The arrest comes at a critical time for the team as they prepare for the college football season. 
Lamine Yamal: 16-Year-Old Spanish Prodigy Scores Youngest Goal in Euro 2024, Breaking Pele's Record
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Sixteen-year-old Lamine Yamal broke the record as the youngest scorer in a men's European Championship, helping Spain secure a 2-1 semifinal victory over France. Dani Olmo set up Yamal's historic goal, which came minutes after Olmo scored himself. Spain aims for their fourth European crown in the final against England or Netherlands. 
Record-Breaking Home Inventory in the Southern US: Is a Housing Market Crash on the Horizon?
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Amidst a record-breaking 300,000 new homes for sale in the Southern US region, housing market experts debate whether a potential bubble has formed due to pandemic-driven demand and remote work trends. With inventory at an all-time high and demand slowing down, concerns of unaffordable prices and a possible housing market crash loom.