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Newly Released Video Shows Moment Three Israeli Hostages Were Kidnapped by Hamas, Families Urge Action for Their Safe Return
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Three Israeli hostages, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eliya Cohen, and Or Levy, were kidnapped by Hamas during the Supernova trance music festival in southern Israel on October 7. A newly released video shows them being taken into Gaza under heavy gunfire. The families urge action for their loved ones' safe return as Netanyahu faces criticism for his handling of the situation. 
Federal Judges Issue Injunctions Against Biden's Student Loan Repayment Plan: What Happened and Why
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Two federal judges issued injunctions on July 1, 2024, halting key components of President Biden's student loan repayment plan, Save. The rulings followed lawsuits from Republican-led states challenging the administration's authority. Judge Daniel D. Crabtree in Kansas blocked the reduction of borrowers' payments by half for undergraduate students, while Judge John A. Ross in Missouri prevented loan forgiveness through Save. 
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry's Controversial New Laws: Ten Commandments in Schools, Abortion Ban, and Stricter Criminal Justice Measures
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed controversial laws requiring Ten Commandments display in schools, restricting abortion rights, and enforcing stricter criminal justice measures. Critics argue these actions violate civil liberties and infringe upon personal freedoms. 
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Breaks Silence Amidst Recall Vote and FBI Raid:
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Amidst a recall vote and FBI investigation, Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao broke her silence on June 24, 2024, addressing concerns over her absence during recent unrest and mass shooting at Lake Merritt. 
Julian Assange Reaches Plea Deal with US Justice Department, Avoids Prison Time and Returns to Australia
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, reached a plea deal with the US Justice Department in June 2024 to avoid imprisonment and return to Australia after facing up to 175 years for publishing classified material. The deal follows his legal battle against extradition and allegations of encouraging Chelsea Manning's document leaks in 2010. 
Summer Covid-19 Surge: 39 States Seeing Increase in Cases, California Particularly Affected with Emergence of New Variants
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024A summer surge of Covid-19 infections is affecting 39 states in the US, with California experiencing a significant increase in cases. Wastewater and test data indicate rising Covid levels, and hospitalizations and emergency room visits have risen by 25% since late May. Two new variants, KP.3 and LB.1, are growing in proportion nationwide and could potentially displace the current dominant strain, KP.2. The CDC urges caution as the western US sees accelerating trends and nursing home cases rise. 
Man Undergoes First Awake Kidney Transplant at Northwestern Medicine
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024In a medical first, 28-year-old John Nicholas underwent an awake kidney transplant at Northwestern Medicine in May 2024. Using single-spinal anesthesia, the procedure allowed him to feel no pain and reduced hospital stays. Friend Pat Wise donated a kidney after being identified as a match due to Nicholas's worsening Crohn's disease. 
New Discovery of Five Young Star Clusters in Infant Galaxy Reveals Insights into Star Formation during the Epoch of Reionization
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Astronomers discovered five young star clusters in the Cosmic Gems arc, a strongly-lensed galaxy from the reionization era. These clusters, exhibiting minimal dust attenuation and low metallicity, offer insights into star formation during this epoch. Gravitational lensing revealed details of infant galaxies and their globular cluster formation. 
England Secure Last 16 Spot in Euro 2024 with Spain's Win Over Albania
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024England secured their spot in Euro 2024's last 16 after Spain's win over Albania, topping Group C with six points. Spain finished first in Group B, while the Netherlands and France progressed from Group D. England faces Austria, Belgium/Slovakia/Ukraine, or Czech Republic in the knockout stage. Record Labels Sue AI Music Generators Suno and Udio for Copyright Infringement
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Record labels Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music have sued AI music generators Suno and Udio for copyright infringement over unlicensed use of sound recordings. The companies argue that their technology copies pre-existing content without consent, while Suno's CEO maintains it generates new outputs. Lawsuits seek injunctions and damages totaling $350 million, with RIAA warning of harm to artists and the music industry.