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Triple Witching Day: $5.5 Trillion in Derivatives Expire, Causing Volatility on Wall Street
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Wall Street saw a volatile trading day on June 21, 2024, during the quarterly 'triple witching' event when $5.5 trillion in derivatives contracts expired. The expiration led to increased caution among traders and significant volume, causing the S&P 500 to edge lower while some stocks like Apple outperformed and others like Nvidia and Resmed experienced decreases due to large contract values. 
Nigel Farage's Controversial View on Western Expansion and Russia's Invasion of Ukraine: A Misplaced Apology?
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Nigel Farage, Reform UK party leader, controversially blames Western expansion for Russia's 2014 invasion of Ukraine, overlooking Putin's power grab opportunity and Western weakness. Critics label it an apologist stance towards Putin's aggression and suffering of innocent people. 
Steve Bannon Seeks Supreme Court Intervention to Avoid Prison Sentence for Contempt of Congress
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Steve Bannon, a former Trump advisor, appeals to the Supreme Court to overturn his contempt of Congress conviction and avoid a four-month prison sentence for defying a subpoena related to the January 6 Capitol attack investigation. His lawyers argue for legal issues and potential election impact, but unlike another ex-ally Peter Navarro, Bannon's request remains pending. 
Conor McGregor's Unexpected Injury Forces Withdrawal from UFC 303 against Michael Chandler
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024UFC fighter Conor McGregor unexpectedly withdrew from UFC 303 against Michael Chandler due to a broken toe sustained during training without protective gear. Fans were disappointed by the news, but McGregor remains optimistic about his future in the UFC. 
US Olympic Track and Field Trials: Grant Fisher, Nico Young, and Woody Kincaid Battle for Men's 10,000 Meters Final Spot at Hayward Field
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024The U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials are taking place in Eugene, Oregon from June 21-30, 2024, serving as the selection process for Team USA athletes competing in the Paris Olympics. Notable participants include Sha'Carri Richardson, Noah Lyles, and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. NBC and Peacock will broadcast all competitions live with extensive coverage daily. The top three finishers in each event qualify for Team USA. 
Justin Timberlake's DUI Arrest: A Reminder of the Importance of Responsible Drinking and Driving
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024Justin Timberlake, on his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, was arrested for DWI in Sag Harbor on June 21, 2024. Despite claiming one martini before driving, impairment begins after the first drink and endangers lives. The Honoring Abbas Family Legacy to Terminate (HALT) Drunk Driving Act aims to reduce drunk driving incidents, but nearly 37 people still die daily due to such crashes in the US. 
Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $80 Million: Winning Numbers and Background Information
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Mega Millions jackpot reaches $80 million after no winner in latest drawing; winning numbers: 3-18-27-40-44, Mega Ball: 19, Megaplier: 4x. Cash option: $38.3 million. 
ESA's Ariane 6 Rocket Passes Final Test Before July Launch: Wet Dress Rehearsal Successful
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024The European Space Agency's Ariane 6 rocket passed its final wet dress rehearsal on June 20, 2024, fueling up and simulating countdown procedures before the July 9 launch. This critical step ensures readiness for the mission, which will carry Berlin-based Planetary Transportation Systems' Curium One CubeSat to test advanced communication technology and satellite design. 
Boston Celtics Celebrate 18th Championship Title with Star-Studded Duck Boat Parade: A Million Fans Turn Out
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024The Boston Celtics celebrated their 18th championship title with a million-strong parade through Boston streets, led by coach Joe Mazzulla and players Paul Pierce and Jaylen Brown. Fans threw items to coaches and players, including Pierce with the 2008 trophy and Brown with his MVP award. Owner Wyc Grousbeck carried the Larry O'Brien Trophy and new banner due to traffic, while Jayson Tatum spoke about team effort. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(737x220:739x222)/taylor-swift-cat-fire-062124-75d71f06ce02498e887cc0b426f0982e.jpg)
Taylor Swift Put Out a Kitchen Fire: How She and Gracie Abrams Saved the Day
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Renowned singer-Taylor Swift and collaborator Gracie Abrams put out a kitchen fire together, saving her New York City apartment from damage.