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James Inhofe: A 'Rock-Ribbed' Senator and Climate Change Skeptic Passes Away at 89
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Prominent Oklahoma Senator James M. Inhofe, known for his support of defense spending and denial of human-caused climate change, passed away at age 89. A longtime politician, Inhofe served as a state legislator, Tulsa mayor, and US Senator for over six decades. He was also an advocate for veterans and the American Dream. Inhofe underwent heart surgery in 2013 but continued to serve until stepping down in 2023. His extensive collection of items from his political career will be archived at Oklahoma State University. 
Hurricane Beryl Leaves Millions Without Power and Faces in Texas Amid Dangerous Heat Wave: At Least 18 Dead, Extensive Damage
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Hurricane Beryl leaves millions without power in Texas, at least 18 dead as extreme heat follows. Governor Abbott declares state of emergency, FEMA deploys for recovery efforts. Cooling centers open to help residents beat the heat and avoid carbon monoxide poisoning from generators. 
Biden Regains Support from Democratic Leaders after Shaky Debate Performance: A 40-Minute Video Call with Mayors
Broke On: Wednesday, 28 June 2023President Joe Biden held a video call with Democratic mayors to discuss his second-term agenda and reassure them after a shaky debate performance. During the 40-minute call, Biden spoke for 20 minutes, addressed concerns about his debate performance, and announced plans to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m. to get more rest. 
Europe's Ariane 6 Rocket Launches on Maiden Mission, Experiences Anomaly: A New Workhorse in Space
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Europe's Ariane 6 rocket embarks on maiden mission, experiences anomaly during flight. Critical for European governments and companies, the Ariane 6 lifted off from French Guiana carrying multiple small payloads. An issue occurred around 2 hours and 50 minutes into the flight, preventing a successful completion of the mission. Officials are analyzing data to determine the cause while remaining optimistic about future launches. 
Wander Franco Formalely Charged with Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of a Minor in the Dominican Republic
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024MLB star Wander Franco, of the Tampa Bay Rays, faces charges for sexual abuse and exploitation of a minor in the Dominican Republic. Allegedly involved in a relationship with a 14-year-old girl, Franco is accused of paying her mother for consent. With potential prison time if found guilty and ongoing legal proceedings, MLB awaits outcome before disciplinary action. Argentina Advances to Copa América Final with 2-0 Win over Canada: Lionel Messi Scores, Julián Álvarez Assists
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, reached the Copa América final with a 2-0 win over Canada. Julián Álvarez and Messi scored in the first and second half respectively. Argentina aims for its 16th title against Uruguay or Colombia. 
Apple TV Plus's Unique and Captivating Series: A New Standout in Streaming
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Apple TV Plus's new series, ',' offers a unique and captivating viewing experience. 
Porsche 911's Evolution: New Base Carrera and Hybrid GTS for 2025
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Porsche's 2025 911 Carrera and GTS models undergo significant updates: the base Carrera retains its PDK transmission and a non-hybrid, turbocharged engine, while the GTS introduces a hybrid powertrain for enhanced performance. 
Samsung's New BioActive Sensor and Sleep Apnea Detection in Galaxy Watch 7 and 7 Ultra
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 and 7 Ultra, launching soon, feature an upgraded BioActive Sensor for improved heart rate, sleep quality, blood pressure, and stress level readings. The new sensor includes additional LED colors for enhanced workout accuracy and advanced health tracking features like an AGEs index. The Health Monitor app on these watches has been FDA-cleared for sleep apnea detection. 
Samsung Labor Union Represents Over 30,000 Workers in Demand for Better Pay and Transparency: Potential Disruption to Global Tech Production
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Samsung Electronics faces an indefinite strike by over 30,000 workers represented by the National Samsung Electronics Union, demanding better pay and transparency. The labor dispute affects South Korea's largest memory chipmaker and comes amid a wave of similar actions across major South Korean companies.