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At Least 12 Lives Lost in Intensified Russian Attacks on Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia Region, Vilniansk, and Dnipro Targeted
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024At least 12 people, including four children, were killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region and cities of Vilniansk and Dnipro on June 29. The latest wave of Russian offensives targeted vital installations and infrastructure, causing numerous casualties. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for Western allies to speed up weapons deliveries as the death toll continued to rise. 
Tropical Storm Beryl Intensifies into Major Hurricane, Heading Towards Caribbean: Prepare for Devastating Wind Damage and Life-Threatening Storm Surges
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024Tropical Storm Beryl rapidly intensified into a Category 1 hurricane in June 2024, forming earlier than usual due to record-warm ocean temperatures. It is expected to become a Category 3 or stronger hurricane before reaching the Windward Islands, posing a major threat with devastating wind damage and life-threatening storm surges. 
Blackhawks Miss Out on Top Prospects but Secure Talent in 2024 NHL Draft
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024In the 2024 NHL Draft, the Blackhawks aimed to secure top prospects Artyom Levshunov and Ivan Demidov but missed out on a deal with Columbus. Undeterred, they drafted Sacha Boisvert at 18th overall and Marek Vanacker at 27th. Meanwhile, Utah Hockey Club made waves by selecting Jarome Iginla's son Tij Iginla sixth overall. 
Eric Dane: The Talented Actor Behind Dr. Mark Sloan
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024Actor Eric Dane, famously portraying Dr. Mark Sloan in Grey's Anatomy. 
SNL Joke: How Eddie Murphy and David Spade's Relationship Turned Sour in the 1990s
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024In the mid-1990s, Eddie Murphy's relationship with David Spade soured over a controversial SNL joke about Murphy's struggling film career. 
Decoding the New York Times Connections Puzzle: A Yellow, Green, Blue, and Purple Challenge
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024The New York Times' Connections puzzle, an instant hit word association game launched in June 2023, challenges players to group words into categories based on associations. Categories include pursuit (yellow), romantic letter sign-offs (green), finding a group within a group (blue), and words related to gold (purple). 
The First Descendant: Unveiling the Power of 19 Descendants and Their Unique Ultimate Weapons
Broke On: Sunday, 02 July 2023The First Descendant, launching July 2 on PS5 and PS4, is an anticipated looter shooter with unique characters like Bunny and Ajax, cooperative gameplay, three graphics modes on PS5, and a variety of equipment for growth. Set in Ingris, players protect their homeland against invaders with 19 descendant characters, 22 weapons, and over 500 modules. Despite concerns about monetization and repetitive chores, the visually appealing UI design offers deep RPG mechanics and enjoyable combat. 
Record-Breaking 71 Million Americans to Travel During July 4th Holiday Week: What to Expect
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Over 71 million Americans are expected to travel during the July 4th holiday week, a 5% increase from last year and an 8% surge from pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Record-breaking heat is forecasted for the southern and western regions, while potential traffic congestion and flight delays may arise due to increased travel volume. 
Nike's Sales Slump: Navigating Economic Shifts and Competition from Newcomers
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024Nike, the world's largest sportswear brand, reports flat sales and projects a 10% drop due to changing consumer behavior and growing competition from brands like Hoka and On. Consumers prefer comfort over traditional style in running shoes, leading to Nike's missteps in distribution strategy that alienated retailers. The company must adapt quickly to remain competitive. 
CLO Market Faces Challenges Amidst $311 Billion Worth of M&A Deals: Janus Henderson B-BBB CLO ETF Provides Exposure
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024The $1.3 trillion CLO market, fueled by $311 billion in M&A deals this year, faces a challenge due to high demand and dwindling supply. The Janus Henderson B-BBB CLO JBBB10 ETF continues to provide exposure to floating-rate collateralized loan obligations despite the imbalance, offering low default risk, yield potential and low correlation.