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Portugal and Switzerland Shine in Euro 2024: Pepe's Record-Breaking Performance and Switzerland's Valiant Fight Against Germany
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Portugal's Pepe breaks Portugal's appearance record in a 3-0 win against Turkey, while Switzerland's Fabian Schar plays with a broken nose in their thrilling 5-1 loss to Germany. 
Tom Kim Holds One-Stroke Lead at Travelers Championship After Historic Third Round, Shoots 65; Scottie Scheffler and Akshay Bhatia Join Him in Final Grouping
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Tom Kim leads the 2024 Travelers Championship by one stroke after a rain-delayed third round, finishing with a par on 18. Cameron Young sets new record with a score of 59. Final round begins early on Sunday, June 23rd; Kim joins Scheffler and Bhatia in the final grouping at 1:11 PM EDT. 
Blue Jays Prospect Orelvis Martinez Suspended 80 Games for Positive Clomiphene Test
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Blue Jays prospect Orelvis Martinez received an 80-game suspension for using Clomiphene, a performance-enhancing substance. He claimed it was prescribed by a fertility doctor during the offseason. Martinez made his MLB debut on June 21 and was suspended before playing again. 
Ten People Shot in Columbus' Short North Area: Suspect Searched, One Critically Injured
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Ten people were shot in Columbus, Ohio's Short North area, leaving one critically injured; the suspect is a male in all black clothing. This marks another instance of gun violence in the area following recent mass shootings. Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther condemned the violence and urged parents to enforce curfews. 
Sha'Carri Richardson Secures Paris Olympics Spot with Blistering 10.71 Seconds at US Trials
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Sha'Carri Richardson clinched the 100m title at the US Olympic trials with a blistering time of 10.71 seconds, securing her spot in Paris Olympics despite earlier setbacks. With this win, she marks her third consecutive victory at Hayward Field and returns from suspension to aim for gold. 
Inside Out 2: A Relatable Portrayal of Anxiety in the Highest Grossing Film of 2024
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Inside Out 2, the new Disney-Pixar animation, tops 2024 box office with $285.7M domestic earnings. The sequel to the hit film about a girl's emotions during puberty introduces Anxiety as a new character causing chaos. Experts discuss anxiety's role in performance and potential issues, while Maya Hawke receives critical acclaim for her voice acting. Inside Out 2 sets records internationally, with Mexico, Italy, and Brazil breaking box office milestones. 
Apple and Meta in Talks: Integrating Meta's AI Model into Apple Intelligence
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Apple and Meta are reportedly in talks to integrate Meta's AI model into Apple Intelligence, Apple's new AI system for iPhones and other devices. The partnership would allow Meta to leverage Apple's massive distribution network, while Apple seeks external partners for more complex tasks. If confirmed, the deal could mark a significant shift in the tech industry and lead to new revenue streams through premium subscriptions. 
Manchester Airport Power Outage: Thousands Affected, Flights Disrupted at UK's Second Busiest Airport
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Manchester Airport faced significant disruption on June 23, 2024, after a power cut caused numerous cancellations and delays for thousands of passengers at Terminals 1 and 2. Some flights were cancelled, others delayed, and baggage handling was affected. The cause of the power outage is unknown but has since been restored. Passengers due to fly from these terminals were advised not to come until further notice. 
CDK Global Cyberattack: 15,000 Car Dealerships Disrupted by BlackSuit Ransomware, Forcing Manual Processes and Financial Issues
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024A major cyberattack by the BlackSuit ransomware gang on CDK Global, a leading software provider for North American car dealerships, has disrupted services for approximately 15,000 dealerships. The outage affects sales, financing, inventory management, and back office functions. Negotiations are ongoing to obtain a decryptor and prevent data leakage. Dealers face issues with financial transactions and managing inventory; Ford offers assistance. The attack is part of a surge in ransomware attacks targeting industries, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures. 
Conservative Party Chief Data Officer Under Investigation for Betting on Election Date Amidst Scandal
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024A gambling scandal erupted in Britain's Conservative Party, with at least six members under investigation for betting on the election date. The latest addition is Nick Mason, the party's chief data officer. The Gambling Commission confirmed investigations into potential offenses concerning the election timing and Mason's activities. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced elections for July 4, surprising many and dealing another blow to a party already expected to lose due to past ethics scandals.