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Mets Closer Edwin Díaz Ejected, Faces 10-Game Suspension for Excessively Sticky Hand
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024MLB ejects Mets closer Edwin Díaz and suspends him for 10 games after finding excessive sticky substance on his hand during a game against the Cubs, marking the third instance of a Mets pitcher being penalized for using foreign substances in the last 15 months. 
Horoscopes for Today: Navigating Power Plays, Impulsive Actions, and Personal Growth for Each Zodiac Sign
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Horoscopes for various zodiac signs reveal potential social power plays for Aries, impulsive actions for Taurus, personal growth opportunities for Gemini, stormy relationships for Cancer, wary interactions with Leo, achievable objectives for Virgo, gambling considerations for Libra, emotional balance needed by Scorpio, complications and clear communication required by Sagittarius, a focus on reasons rather than money for Capricorn, and mysterious messages arriving for Pisces. 
FromSoftware's Hidetaka Miyazaki on Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC: Embracing the Challenge
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, available on multiple platforms, is FromSoftware's latest challenging expansion. In an interview with The Guardian, game director Hidetaka Miyazaki defended the tough gameplay and added new items to help players. Shadow of the Erdtree introduces new weapons, armors, spells, talismans, Spirit Ashes, Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes. 
European Union Accuses Apple of Breaching New Tech Regulations: Implications for the App Store and Consumer Choice
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024The European Union accused Apple of breaching new tech regulations, the Digital Markets Act, for restrictive practices on its App Store. The investigation could lead to significant changes in how Apple operates and may set important precedents for the tech industry. 
North Korea's Unsanitary Retaliation: Trash-Filled Balloons Carry Parasites and Health Risks Amidst Escalating Tensions with South Korea
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024North Korea retaliates against South Korean activists' leaflet campaigns with trash-filled balloons carrying parasites and human waste, escalating tensions between the two Koreas. Experts suggest potential health risks from the debris and criticize North Korea's disregard for international norms. 
Russia and North Korea Strengthen Ties with Mutual Defense Pact
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024During his state visit to Pyongyang, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a new strategic partnership agreement, pledging mutual military assistance in the event of an attack. The defense pact marks a deepening of bilateral relations between Russia and North Korea, which have grown closer due to shared opposition to Western policies. Article 4 of the agreement states that each country will provide military and other assistance if the other is attacked by armed aggression. Ukrainian Missile Strike on Sevastopol: At Least Five Killed, Over 100 Injured
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024At least five people, including three children, were killed and over 100 injured in a Ukrainian missile strike on Sevastopol in Crimea on June 23, 2024. The incident involved US-supplied ATACMS missiles equipped with cluster warheads. One deviated from its trajectory and exploded over the city, causing civilian casualties including a nine-year-old girl named Sofia Averyanov. Russia accused the US of providing Ukraine with the missiles and blamed Washington for the attack, while Ukraine has not commented. The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions between Ukraine and Russia over Crimea. 
Lithium Battery Plant Explosion in South Korea: At Least 16 Dead, Search for Missing Continues
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024At least 16 people have been killed and five are missing after a devastating fire at South Korea's Aricell lithium battery manufacturing plant. The explosion occurred during inspection or packaging processes, igniting a series of battery cells on the second floor. Lithium batteries' high energy density and risk of explosions made containment difficult, causing concerns about safety protocols in the industry. 
Record-Breaking Floods in Sioux City and Midwest: Evacuations, Damage, and Climate Change
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Historic flooding in Sioux City, Iowa, and the Midwest forces evacuations and causes significant damage. The Big Sioux River reaches record-breaking levels of 44.25 feet, with the Missouri River predicted to crest at 31.1 feet on Monday. Nine people rescued in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and at least 13 rivers flooded in northwest Iowa. Governors declare emergencies as flood warnings and watches issued for several states. 
Violent Clashes Erupt Between Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israeli Demonstrators Outside Los Angeles Synagogue
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Protesters clashed outside a Los Angeles synagogue on Sunday, resulting in violent confrontations and arrests. The incident took place at Adas Torah synagogue on Pico Boulevard, where pro-Palestinian demonstrators attempted to block the entrance, leading to physical fighting with pro-Israeli counter-protesters. At least one person was arrested and another sustained injuries during the clashes. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass condemned the violence and called for increased police presence at places of worship.
