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Spain's Hard-Fought Victory Over France in the European Championship Semifinals: A Thrilling Contest
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024In the European Championship semifinals on July 9th, 2024, Spain defeated France 2-1 at Munich Football Arena. Despite missing key players, Spain remained undefeated with Dani Olmo scoring the decisive goal before halftime. The final against England or the Netherlands awaits. 
Gypsy Rose Blanchard Announces Pregnancy After Prison Sentence for Mother's Murder
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Gypsy Rose Blanchard, a 32-year-old author and reality TV star, unexpectedly announced her pregnancy on July 9, 2024. Despite serving eight years in prison for her involvement in the murder of her mother Clauddine. 
Samsung Unpacked 2023: New Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, and Tech Announcements - Price, Release Date, and Rumors
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Samsung to unveil new Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 with improved features at Unpacked event on July 10. Expected prices, wider aspect ratios for Fold 6, bigger batteries for Flip 6. Samsung also announcing new smartwatches, earbuds, tablets and AI technology. Other tech companies like Google and OnePlus holding events this month. 
New Phishing Campaign Targets iPhone Users, Stealing Apple IDs: Tips to Protect Yourself
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024A new phishing campaign targets iPhone users with text messages that impersonate Apple, aiming to steal Apple IDs for device control, personal data access, and unauthorized purchases. Users are urged to enable multi-factor authentication and follow Apple's security tips to protect their accounts. 
Target and Other Retailers Ditch Personal Checks: A Shift Towards Digital Payments
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Starting July 15, 2024, Target will no longer accept personal checks as payment due to decreasing usage. Customers can use alternatives like Target Circle Cards, digital wallets, SNAP/EBT, cash and credit/debit cards, and buy-now pay later services instead. Aldi and Whole Foods have similarly stopped accepting checks. This move towards digital payments reflects society's growing reliance on technology for financial transactions. 
Security Guards at Milwaukee's Hyatt Regency Hotel Pinned Down and Killed Black Man, Dvontaye Mitchell: Family Demands Justice
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024A Black man, Dvontaye Mitchell, died outside Milwaukee's Hyatt Regency hotel after being pinned down by security guards during an altercation. Comparisons to George Floyd's death due to a guard's positioning have sparked demands for justice from Mitchell's family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump. The exact circumstances leading up to the incident are unclear, but investigations are ongoing, and no charges have been filed against the guards involved. Mitchell was known for his love of family gatherings, music, cooking, and being by the water. The Hyatt Regency has suspended employees involved and initiated a full investigation. 
Record-Breaking Heatwave: 128 Degrees Fahrenheit in Death Valley, Claims Lives and Hospitalizations Across the US
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024A historic heatwave engulfs the US, with Death Valley recording Earth's highest temperature of 128°F (53.3°C) on July 8, 2024. The extreme heat has resulted in numerous deaths and hospitalizations across California, Oregon, and other affected areas. The dangerous conditions are expected to persist throughout the week for much of the country. Record-Breaking Hurricane Beryl Signals Busy Atlantic Hurricane Season with 12 Predicted Hurricanes and 25 Named Storms
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Hurricane season predictions rise due to record-breaking Hurricane Beryl and favorable conditions, with CSU forecasting an additional hurricane and two named storms, bringing the total to 12 hurricanes and 25 named storms. Beryl made landfall in Texas as a Category 1 storm, leaving behind power outages for over 2.25 million customers and at least seven fatalities. The Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be active due to near-record warm sea surface temperatures and the end of El Niño climate pattern. 
Novak Djokovic Addresses Crowd After Being Booed at Wimbledon: 'Good Night'
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion and world no. 2-ranked men's tennis player, expressed disappointment towards booing fans during his Wimbledon quarterfinal match against Holger Rune on July 9, 2024. Despite his claims, Rune believed fans were chanting his name instead. Djokovic underwent surgery for a torn meniscus prior to the tournament and is seeking his fourth French Open title, next facing Alex de Minaur in the quarterfinals. 
Klay Thompson's Surprising Decision: Leaving Golden State Warriors for Dallas Mavericks
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Two-time NBA champion Klay Thompson leaves the Golden State Warriors after 13 seasons to join the Dallas Mavericks following a disappointing contract negotiation. Thompson, drawn to the Mavericks' young talent and mutual interest, signs a three-year deal worth $50 million.
