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Huawei's Upcoming Mate 70: Rumored Kirin Chipset Outperforms Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, New Image Sensor, and HarmonyOS NEXT Integration
Broke On: Sunday, 07 July 2024Huawei's upcoming Mate 70 flagship phone may outperform competitors with its new Kirin chipset, manufactured by SMIC using DUV machinery. The chip is rumored to deliver better overall performance and improved interface fluidity compared to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The device is also expected to feature a domestically produced 50-megapixel camera sensor and the official version of HarmonyOS NEXT, along with native WeChat support. 
Record Air Travel Demand Met with Challenges for Airlines: Delays, Recalls, and Higher Costs Threaten Profitability
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Record passenger demand in 2024 fails to boost airline profits due to aircraft delivery delays, engine recalls, higher labor costs, and jet fuel prices. These challenges could lead to fewer routes and less passenger choice. 
Hungary's Orbán and Far-Right Partners Form EU Parliament Group, Draw Criticism from EU Leaders
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán's 'Patriots for Europe' political movement, comprised of various European parties including France's RN and Spain's Vox, aims to become a dominant force in the EU parliament with a focus on conservative values and opposition to immigration. Orbán drew criticism from EU leaders after meeting Putin about Ukraine without authorization. 
New Chancellor Reeves Announces Plans for Economic Stability, Housing Revitalization, and Business-Friendly Environment
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024Newly appointed UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils plans to revitalize the economy, focusing on housing and productivity growth. She aims to reform planning policies, restore mandatory housing targets, and create a £7.3bn National Wealth Fund. The Labour government intends to cut red tape, defeat Nimbys at a national level, and appoint 1,400 new planning officers. 
Thousands Protest Against Mass Tourism in Barcelona: 'Tourists Go Home'
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Thousands protested in Barcelona against mass tourism, arguing it increases prices, strains public services, and exacerbates social inequality. The Assemblea de Barris pel Decreixement Turístic led demonstrations and proposed 13 measures to reduce visitor numbers. In response, Mayor Jaume Collboni announced plans to increase the nightly tourist tax, limit cruise ship passengers, end apartment rentals for tourists by 2028, and make housing more affordable. The measures received mixed reactions as discontent over tourism's impact on Barcelona echoes in other parts of Spain. Trump's Vice President Decision: Embarrassment of Riches, Deadline Approaching
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Former President Trump is expected to announce his Vice President pick before or during the Republican National Convention on July 15, 2024. The decision is described as an 'embarrassment of riches' due to numerous potential candidates, including North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, and Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance. Trump seeks a strong leader who could make a great president after his term ends. 
Record-Breaking Heatwave: Death Valley Reaches 128 Degrees Fahrenheit, Claims Lives and Sets Global Temperature Record
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024A record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures reaching 128 degrees Fahrenheit in Death Valley, claimed a life and sent another to the hospital. The extreme heatwave continues through July 11, affecting western US states and parts of the East Coast. Visitors are advised to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged outdoor activities. 
NATO Summit: Biden Hosts World Leaders to Strengthen Alliances and Address Geopolitical Tensions
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024President Joe Biden hosts world leaders ahead of the NATO summit, aiming to strengthen alliances and address geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding Ukraine and Russia. European allies seek to reduce dependence on the U.S. for military support and increase coordination within NATO. Non-U.S. NATO members have pledged to spend an additional $510 billion on defense since 2016, compared to 1.4% of GDP spent in 2015, while far-right forces unfriendly to NATO continue gaining influence. 
Mysteries of Mars: Unraveling the Formation of Aganippe Fossa, a 600-km Long Graben on Arsia Mons
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024New high-resolution images reveal the enigmatic 600-km-long Aganippe Fossa, a graben feature on Mars' Tharsis region. Formed possibly by magma rising beneath colossal volcanoes, it surrounds Arsia Mons and hosts unique terrain features like hummocky and lobate terrains. 
Puerto Rico Qualifies for Paris 2024 Olympics with Victory Against Lithuania: Jose Alvarado Shines
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Puerto Rico, led by MVP Jose Alvarado and Tremont Waters, qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics in men's basketball with a victory against Lithuania. This marks Puerto Rico's return to the Olympics since Athens 2004. Brazil, Greece, and Spain also qualified. The four newcomers join eight previously qualified teams at Paris 2024.