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USMNT Starts Copa América Strong with 2-0 Victory Over Bolivia: Christian Pulisic Scores Both Goals
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024In the 2024 Copa América, the USMNT, with an average age of 25 years old and Christian Pulisic scoring both goals in a 2-0 victory against Bolivia at Atlanta's stadium, became the youngest team to win a match since 2011. Critics noted improvement areas for central defense. Guillermo Viscarra put up a valiant fight in goal for Bolivia. 
Hailey Bieber's Daring Maternity Look: Embracing the Nearly Naked Trend Following Rihanna
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Hailey Bieber, pregnant with her first child, made headlines by wearing a nearly naked lace catsuit in New York City. The model's daring maternity look follows Rihanna's embrace of the nearly naked trend during her pregnancy. Hailey revealed her growing baby bump in an Alessandra Rich jumpsuit and shared her pregnancy cravings and excitement about becoming a mother. 
Nvidia: The AI Chip Giant Valued at $3.34 Trillion and Dominating the Market
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024Nvidia, a chipmaker specializing in AI systems, became the most valuable public company in June 2023 with a market cap of $3.34 trillion. Its dominance stems from controlling over 80% of the global market for AI chips due to surging demand for high-speed computational power. Companies like Meta, Tesla, Microsoft, and Amazon rely on Nvidia's GPUs to power their AI systems. 
Methanol Poisoning: At Least 53 Dead, Over 100 Hospitalized After Consuming Toxic Moonshine in Tamil Nadu
Broke On: Wednesday, 20 December 2023At least 53 people have died and over 100 are hospitalized in Tamil Nadu, India due to methanol poisoning from toxic moonshine. The cause of death was determined to be bootleg alcohol laced with methanol, a highly toxic industrial substance leading to blindness, liver damage or death. The government has taken action against those responsible and deployed medical teams and antidote stocks for the affected individuals. Illicit liquor sales continue to be a major issue across India with complicity from police and organized crime rings. 
Conservative Party Members, Including Rishi Sunak's Aides, Under Investigation for Betting Scandal Before UK General Election
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024A betting scandal involving Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's closest aides, including Conservative Party chief data officer Nick Mason and two election candidates, has emerged just before the UK general election on July 4. The Gambling Commission is investigating potential insider trading related to bets placed on the election date. Sunak announced the elections unexpectedly, leading to concerns about rule-breaking and unethical behavior within the Conservative Party. 
Florida's Medicaid Spending on Emergency Healthcare for Undocumented Immigrants Drops 54% After New Immigration Law
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Florida's Medicaid spending on emergency healthcare for undocumented immigrants dropped 54% this year, amounting to an $81 million decrease compared to the previous fiscal year, following the implementation of a new immigration law. The number of authorizations for emergency Medicaid payments also decreased from 147,000 in FY22 to 99,000 as of April 30, 2023. Critics argue that other factors may be responsible for the decline in spending and authorizations. 
Israeli PM Netanyahu Announces End to Gaza Conflict, Shifts Focus to Hezbollah on Northern Border
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Israeli PM Netanyahu announces end to Gaza conflict, shifts focus to Hezbollah on northern border. Thousands evacuated as Israel prepares for potential escalation with Iran-backed group. 
Gardening: Nurturing Mental and Physical Health with Every Seed
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024Gardening, an activity linked to mental and physical health benefits, boosts brain health in older adults through cognitive stimulation (Edinburgh University study), reduces risk of dementia, improves mood and provides a sense of purpose. Regular gardening activities offer exercise benefits by challenging muscles and engaging in mindfulness practices. 
Angel Reese Makes History: First Player in WNBA to Record Seven Consecutive Double-Doubles
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Angel Reese, Chicago Sky's rookie forward, broke WNBA history with seven consecutive double-doubles. In a game against Dallas Wings, she scored 16 points and grabbed a career-high 18 rebounds. Her impressive streak began on May 30 and has put her in contention for Rookie of the Year. With five wins and nine losses, Sky faces Indiana Fever next, hoping for another double-double from Reese. 
Yandy Diaz's Leadoff Homer Sparks Rays to 3-1 Win over Pirates in Thrilling Pitching Duel
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024In an interleague clash at PNC Park, the Tampa Bay Rays' Aaron Civale and Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes delivered standout pitching performances. Yandy Diaz of the Rays hit a leadoff homer off Skenes, but he held them scoreless for six innings. Civale also impressed with one run allowed in six frames. The game turned in the eighth when Diaz singled, leading to two runs and an overturned call on second base.