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Andy Murray's Bittersweet Farewell at Wimbledon: A New Era in British Tennis Marred by Emma Raducanu's Wrist Injury
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024Andy Murray's Wimbledon farewell ends unexpectedly with Emma Raducanu's withdrawal due to wrist soreness. Raducanu, a rising star, won her first Grand Slam title last year and was set to partner Murray in mixed doubles. Murray expressed disappointment but looked forward to the emotional farewell before his retirement. 
Canada Reaches Copa América Semifinals with Penalty Shootout Victory over Venezuela: A Thrilling Journey to New Jersey
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024Canada reached the Copa América semifinals for the first time, advancing past Venezuela 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a thrilling 1-1 draw. Jacob Shaffelburg scored the lone goal from Jonathan David's cross in the first half. In extra time, both teams had chances but couldn't find a winner. Wilker Ángel missed Venezuela's decisive penalty, while Ismael Kone netted the game-winner for Canada. The North American side will face Argentina in New Jersey for a spot in the final. 
Yankees' Struggles: Manager Aaron Boone Under Fire Amidst 14 Losses in 18 Games and Internal Blunders
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024The New York Yankees, last in the majors with 14 losses in 18 games, struggle against the Boston Red Sox. Manager Aaron Boone faces criticism for players' mistakes and lack of accountability. Ben Rice's double play marred by confusion and poor hustle from Anthony Volpe and DJ LeMahieu. 
Discovering the Godswood Tree: A Game of Thrones Location and the Debut of Soneva Secret in the Maldives
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024Pulitzer Prize winning journalist uncovers the discovery of the iconic 'Godswood' tree used in HBO's Game of Thrones, located in Northern Ireland by scout Robert Boake. Meanwhile, Soneva Secret, a new luxury resort in the Maldives, opens with sustainable design and exclusive amenities. Actor Mike Heslin: Brilliant Talent Taken Too Soon After Cardiac Event, Leaves Husband and Potential Family Behind
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 202430-year-old actor Mike Heslin, known for roles in Special Ops: Lioness and The Holiday Proposal Plan, tragically passed away from an unexpected cardiac event after a week-long hospital battle. He was remembered by husband Scotty Dynamo as selfless and talented, having supported him through cancer treatments. Heslin had recently discussed starting a family with Dynamo and was an organ donor that will benefit four families after his passing. He appeared in various productions including Lioness, The Holiday Proposal Plan, and films such as Chinatown and Fernwood 2 Night. 
Decoding Visual Stimuli: Groundbreaking Research Unveils Flawless Image Reconstruction from Neural Activity Data
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery using Predictive Attention Mechanism (PAM) technology to accurately decode visual stimuli from neural activity data, potentially revolutionizing fields like visual impairment treatment and communication for individuals with disabilities. The PAM's ability to reconstruct images observed by a macaque without error highlights its advancements compared to traditional AI models. However, ethical considerations and challenges in translating this technology into practical applications must be addressed. 
Massive Passwords Leak: Over Ten Billion Unique Plaintext Credentials Exposed in RockYou2024 Data Breach
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024A new data breach, RockYou2024, was discovered on July 4, 2024, containing nearly ten billion unique plaintext passwords from various sources over the past two decades. The threat of credential stuffing attacks is imminent for those who reuse passwords across multiple platforms. Users are advised to reset their passwords and enable multi-factor authentication immediately. 
Record-Breaking Air Travel Complaints in 2023: Delays, Disability Accommodations, and Discrimination Issues in the Airline Industry
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024In 2023, US air travel complaints hit an all-time high of 97,000 due to delays, cancellations, inadequate disability accommodations and discrimination. Despite low cancellation rates in 2024, delays persisted at around 21%. The Transportation Department plans to modernize its complaint system and enhance industry oversight. 
Keir Starmer Confirms Abandonment of Rwanda Asylum Deportation Scheme: A Dead and Buried Policy
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the end of the Rwanda asylum deportation scheme during his first news conference, describing it as ineffective and a gimmick. The controversial policy, which aimed to deport asylum seekers arriving by small boats to Rwanda, faced criticism for potential human rights violations and lack of deterrent effect. With no flights taking off and the UK able to leave the related treaty with three months notice, Starmer's Labour Party will focus on domestic issues instead. 
Democratic Reps Call for Biden's Withdrawal after Debate Performance Concerns and False Claims
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024Democratic representatives Craig, Doggett, Grijalva, Moulton, and Quigley have called for President Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race due to concerns over his debate performance and fitness for office. Despite these calls, Biden remains determined to stay in the race amidst false claims made during the debate and efforts to rebuild trust in rural America.
