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Apple's F1: Brad Pitt Returns to Formula 1 Racing in Star-Studded Film
Broke On: Sunday, 07 July 2024Apple Original Films' racing drama 'F1', directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt, takes audiences behind the scenes of Formula 1 with actual Grand Prix filming and a star-studded cast. Pitt mentors Damson Idris as they join the APXGP team, filming at Silverstone, Hungaroring, Spa Francorchamps and more. Releasing internationally on June 25, 2025 and in North America on June 27. 
Xiaomi's Upcoming Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip: Global Launch of New Foldable Devices Challenging Samsung's Dominance in July
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024Xiaomi is set to enter the global foldable phone market with the upcoming release of the Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip. Expected to launch in July, these devices will feature flagship-level specifications, including a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and high-resolution cameras. The Mix Fold 4 is rumored to have an incredibly thin profile and a wider cover screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. With Samsung's Unpacked Event on July 10th, Xiaomi's entry into the global market could shake up competition in the foldable phone sector. 
CMF by Nothing's New Circular Smartwatch, Watch Pro 2: AMOLED Display, Interchangeable Bezels, and Gesture Controls
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024The circular CMF Watch Pro 2 by Nothing debuts with an AMOLED display and interchangeable bezels, offering a visually appealing design and personalization options. Expected features include gesture controls and commendable battery life. Launching July 8th alongside the CMF Phone 1, pricing details are yet to be revealed. 
Affordable Innovations: Discovering the Unique Features of Nothing's CMF Phone 1, Watch Pro 2, and Buds Pro 2
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Affordable gadgets from Nothing's CMF sub-brand, including the $199 CMF Phone 1 with a MediaTek chipset and detachable clip, the $69 Watch Pro 2 with fitness tracking and dual-SIM capability, and the $59 Buds Pro 2 wireless earbuds featuring rotating Smart Dials, make an impact in the budget-friendly tech market. Gaza Cease-Fire Negotiations: Hamas Drops Longstanding Demand Amid Heavy Losses and Devastation
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024After suffering heavy losses and devastation in the Gaza Strip, Hamas leaders have dropped their longstanding demand for Israel to promise an end to the war during cease-fire negotiations. The renewed talks come as Israeli military pressure intensifies and international condemnation grows. 
At Least 23 Killed, Dozens Injured in Heaviest Russian Attack on Kyiv Since 2022: Report
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Russian missile attacks on July 8, 2024, killed at least 23 people and injured several more across multiple Ukrainian cities including Kyiv, Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih, Sloviansk, and Kramatorsk. Over 40 missiles were fired during the daytime assault which targeted a children's hospital in Kyiv among other civilian infrastructure. The attacks marked the heaviest Russian bombardment of Kyiv since February 2022 and came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was expected to sign a security pact with Poland. 
Boeing Agrees to Plead Guilty to Criminal Fraud Charges Over 737 Max Crashes, Faces Potential $687 Million Penalty
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Boeing agrees to plead guilty to criminal fraud charges for concealing information about the 737 Max jetliners' flight-control system implicated in fatal crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia, resulting in the deaths of 346 people. The deal, which requires judge approval and potential fines up to $243.6 million, comes after Boeing deceived regulators and certified the plane for service despite known issues. 
Ariane 6's Inaugural Launch: Europe Regains Independent Access to Space on July 9, 2024
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Europe's Ariane 6 rocket, developed by the European Space Agency (ESA) and Arianespace, is set to make its inaugural launch on July 9, 2024. This heavy-lift launch will mark Europe's regained independent access to space after relying on other providers like SpaceX. The Ariane 6 rocket will carry multiple satellite missions and experiments into orbit, demonstrating its ability to match a typical flight profile of its predecessor, the Ariane 5 ECA version. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25520754/Screenshot_2024_07_07_at_12.01.27_PM.png)
Apple's New AI System, Apple Intelligence: Siri Gains Advanced Capabilities and Raises Privacy Concerns
Broke On: Sunday, 07 July 2024Apple's new AI system, Apple Intelligence, set to debut in spring 2025 with Siri integration. Siri will use photo library data for tasks like extracting ID info. Expected features include ChatGPT integration and a new Siri interface. Raises privacy concerns. Carlsberg to Acquire Britvic for £3.52 Billion: Synergies and Efficiency Gains Expected
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Carlsberg agrees to acquire Britvic for approximately £3.52 billion, creating a single beverage company in the UK named Carlsberg Britvic, expected to add to adjusted EPS by mid-single-digit percentages in the first year and double-digit percentages in the second year. The acquisition aims to take advantage of synergies between beer and soft drinks, increase efficiency, and deliver annual cost savings of about £75 million over five years.
