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Democrats and Republicans Clash Over Comstock Act: A Potential Threat to Reproductive Rights in 2024?
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024In the 2024 election, reproductive rights are a contentious issue with Democrats seeking to repeal the Comstock Act's abortion provisions due to concerns over potential misuse. This 1873 law limits access to abortion and contraception through the mail, with some fearing it could be used broadly by future administrations. Anti-abortion groups counter efforts to protect reproductive rights through ballot initiatives and constitutional amendments, as seen in South Dakota and Missouri. 
New Study: Earth's Inner Core Slowing Down, Potentially Leading to Longer Days
Broke On: Friday, 01 January 2010New research from the University of Southern California reveals the Earth's inner core has slowed down for the first time in decades, potentially leading to longer days. Seismic data shows this shift occurred around 2010 and is caused by turbulent movements in the outer core and gravitational pulls from mantle regions. The team aims to further investigate why this change is happening. 
Kylie Jenner's Emotional Confession About the Impact of Criticism on Her Looks and Confidence
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Reality star and businesswoman Kylie Jenner, 24, discusses the emotional toll of public criticism over her appearance in a recent episode of The Kardashians. She reveals she's had half her lip filler dissolved since 19 and has faced harsh comments since childhood. Sister Kendall Jenner offers support and encourages focus on achievements. 
1.4 Degrees of Warning: Human-Induced Climate Change Fuels Deadly 2024 Heatwaves in Central America, Mexico, and the Southwestern US
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024In late May and early June 2024, Central America, Mexico, and the Southwestern United States experienced deadly heatwaves 35 times more likely due to human-caused climate change. The World Weather Attribution (WWA) group found these extreme events are becoming more frequent and intense, claiming at least 125 lives. WWA's analysis revealed a 1.4 degrees Celsius warming in the regions, emphasizing every fraction of warming endangers lives and highlights the urgent need for emissions reduction and community adaptation. 
Record-Breaking Heat Wave Affects Over 250 Million Americans: D.C. Area Braces for Prolonged Heat Emergency with Potential Temperature Surpassing 100 Degrees
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024A record-breaking heat wave affects over 250 million Americans, primarily in the eastern US, with temperatures potentially reaching 100 degrees Fahrenheit and challenging dozens of records. The National Weather Service warns of prolonged extreme heat in the D.C.-area, opening select pools and recreation centers to help residents cope. Soil moisture is low due to lack of rainfall, increasing drought concerns and long-term forecasts predict more hotter-than-normal weather into July. 
Two Wildfires Burning in Ruidoso, New Mexico: 1,400 Structures Lost, Thousands Evacuated
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024Two wildfires, the South Fork Fire and Salt Fire, have burned over 21,000 acres in Ruidoso, New Mexico since June 17. Approximately 1,400 structures have been lost due to the fires and one fatality has been reported in relation to the South Fork Fire. Both fires are still burning on Mescalero Tribal and U.S. Forest Service land and have forced evacuations of thousands of residents, with all roads into Ruidoso closed. 
Louisiana's New Law: Public Classrooms to Display Ten Commandments by 2025 - Controversy and Legal Challenges Ahead
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Louisiana's new law, effective 2025, mandates displaying the Ten Commandments in public classrooms. Supporters see it as promoting moral values, while opponents argue it violates church-state separation. Controversy ensues with potential legal challenges based on religious diversity and Establishment Clause concerns. 
Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Heavy Rain, Flooding to Mexico and Texas: Three Dead, Extensive Damage
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, caused heavy rain and flooding in Mexico and Texas in June 2024, resulting in at least three deaths. The storm brought coastal flooding to southern Texas and led to dangerous heat waves across the US with record-breaking temperatures. 
Snap Unveils Real-Time AR Image Diffusion Model and Faster Generative AI Tools for Creators
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024Snap CTO Bobby Murphy showcased Snap's latest AR technology at the Augmented World Expo, including a real-time image diffusion model for AR experiences and new generative AI tools for creators. The on-device machine learning model generates vivid AR experiences in real time and can run on a smartphone. Snap plans to bring this technology to users soon and creators by the end of the year. Lens Studio 5.0 introduces new generative AI tools, allowing creators to generate custom ML models, assets, selfie lenses with realistic face effects, and 3D assets faster than before. 
London Leads Europe in Generative AI Startups: Accel and Dealroom Report
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024London leads Europe with nearly 30% of new generative AI startups, driven by DeepMind's founding and major university support. France dominates in venture capital investments, with Mistral AI raising $644 million and inspiring Meta to open a lab.