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Tropical Storm Beryl: Texas Braces for Hurricane Landfall, Potential Flooding and Wind
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024Tropical Storm Beryl, which emerged over the Gulf of Mexico on July 6, is expected to intensify into a hurricane and make landfall along the Texas coast. The storm has already caused significant damage in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and resulted in several deaths. Texas officials have issued disaster declarations and urged coastal residents to prepare for potential flooding, heavy rain, and wind. A Family Affair: Unconventional May-December Romance with Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024Netflix's romantic comedy 'A Family Affair,' starring Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron, breaks the mold with an unconventional May-December romance. The film, which originally had a provocative title now beeped out on Netflix, follows Kidman as a writer who falls for her daughter's boss (Efron). With mixed reviews and intriguing themes of age gaps in romantic comedies, 'A Family Affair' offers a fresh perspective. 
Horoscope for July 6, 2024: Celestial Clashes Affecting Emotions and Relationships
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024On Saturday, July 6, 2024, astrological alignments may lead to feelings of underappreciation for Aries and self-image struggles for Cancer. Leo faces pessimism, Virgo relationship wounds resurface, Libra encounters love challenges, Scorpio strives for perfection, Sagittarius deals with abandonment wounds, Capricorn grapples with emotional insecurities, Aquarius fears workplace disruption, and Pisces experiences scarcity mentality due to Venus' clash with Chiron. 
Epic Games' Proposed iOS App Store Rejected by Apple: A Violation of the Digital Markets Act?
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024Epic Games' attempt to bypass Apple's App Store with a direct download alternative for Fortnite was rejected, sparking controversy over alleged violation of the Digital Markets Act. Epic accused Apple of arbitrary rejection and obstruction. 
Tesla's Q2 2023 Production and Delivery Figures: Impressive Results and Bullish Stock Trends
Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024Tesla's Q2 2023 production and delivery figures exceed expectations, reaching approximately 411,000 and 444,000 vehicles respectively. This impressive performance has led to a surge in the company's stock price with potential targets at $260, $334, and possibly $400. Despite competition from other EV manufacturers like NIO Inc. and Geely, Tesla continues to innovate its autonomous driving capabilities and expand its market lead. 
Israel and Hamas on Brink of Ceasefire Deal: Source, but Skepticism Remains
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024Israeli and Hamas negotiators are reportedly close to a ceasefire deal, with Hamas confirming its response to Israeli proposals through Egyptian and Qatari mediators. The group demands a complete ceasefire and Israeli forces' withdrawal in exchange for hostages. Both sides have a history of breaking promises during negotiations, so it's crucial to remain skeptical as developments unfold. 
Why It's Hotter When Earth is Farther from the Sun: Debunking the Aphelion Misconception
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024During aphelion, Earth's farthest point from the Sun, the Northern Hemisphere experiences longer days and higher sun angles due to its tilt towards the Sun, contributing to summer heatwaves and record-breaking temperatures. Still Wakes the Deep: A Modern Horror Classic - Surviving Lovecraftian Creatures and Human Drama on a North Sea Oil Rig
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024In Still Wakes the Deep, an electrician named Caz on a North Sea oil rig battles eldritch horrors inspired by Lovecraftian mythos while ensuring his friend's survival. This modern horror game, with its focus on relationships and teamwork, offers intuitive gameplay and collaborative elements in a visually stunning setting. Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $162 Million for July 5, 2024 Drawing: Winning Numbers and Odds
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024On July 5, 2024, the Mega Millions lottery drawing yielded an estimated $162 million jackpot with a cash option of $75.5 million. The winning numbers were 6, 15, 32, 54, and 67 with Megaball number 4. The last jackpot win occurred on June 4 in Illinois for $552 million. US Stock Market Surges to Record Highs: Technology Sector Drives Gains After Strong Jobs Report
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024The US stock market hits record highs as the technology sector leads gains, following the release of a slightly above estimated June jobs report. This has increased the likelihood of a Fed rate cut according to economist Steven Blitz. Despite some concerns over softening economic data, all three major indexes finished the week in the green.
