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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' Undisclosed Trips on Republican Mega-Donor's Private Jet and Yacht
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas took undisclosed trips on Republican megadonor Harlan Crow's private jet between 2017 and 2021, including to St. Louis, Mont., Savannah, Ga., and San Jose, Calif. Thomas also stayed on Crow's mega-yacht during a trip to Indonesia in 2019. These revelations come after Thomas disclosed two previously undisclosed trips paid for by Crow and calls for an enforceable code of conduct due to ethical concerns. 
Former President Trump's Contentious Return to Capitol Hill: Grievances and Attacks Amid Legal Challenges
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Former President Trump met with House Republicans, expressing grievances and attacking critics during the closed-door session. His visit to Capitol Hill, following his indictment and January 6 insurrection instigation, was denounced by Speaker Pelosi as a threat to democracy. Trump made outlandish comments about Pelosi's daughter during the meeting. 
G7 Summit: Biden and Zelensky Sign 10-Year Security Pact, $50 Billion Loan for Ukraine's Defense and Rebuilding
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a 10-year security pact at the G7 summit, committing the US to providing advanced weapons, intelligence support, and $50 billion in loans for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts. The agreement aims to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian aggression without provoking further conflict. 
Ancient DNA Discoveries Shed Light on the History and Spread of Malaria Beyond Tropical Areas
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Researchers have discovered ancient DNA from human skeletons, revealing cases of malaria dating back 5600 years in Nepal and 1600 CE in South America. These findings suggest that malaria was not limited to tropical areas as previously believed, highlighting the importance of long-distance trade and human mobility in the spread of the disease. 
Luka Doncic's Foul Out in NBA Finals: A Costly Mistake for Dallas Mavericks
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks' standout player in the NBA Finals against Boston Celtics, fouled out in Game 3 with crucial mistakes during crunch time. His ejection came after four fouls within the final eight minutes, leaving Dallas without their best player. Doncic averaged 29.7 points, nine rebounds, and six assists but his errors led to a 3-0 deficit for Dallas. He acknowledged the need to improve and learn from mistakes in the Finals. 
Penelope's Secret Identity Threatens Her Happiness with Colin in Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024In the third season of Bridgerton on Netflix, Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) declare their love and get engaged, but Penelope's secret identity as Lady Whistledown creates tension. The new episodes follow their journey to overcome this conflict. 
The Brat Pack: A Generation Defined by Young Hollywood's Rise to Fame
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024The Brat Pack, a group of young Hollywood actors led by Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, Rob Lowe, and Andrew McCarthy rose to fame in the 1980s with coming-of-age movies like 'The Breakfast Club' and 'Pretty in Pink'. The term was coined by a journalist and defined a generation of young actors who dominated the teen movie scene. Despite some members feeling derailed by the label, their impact on Hollywood is still celebrated today. 
PS5 Users Can Soon Join Discord Voice Chats Directly from Their Console: A Game-Changing Update
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Starting from June 13, 2024, PS5 users in Japan and Asia can join Discord voice chats directly from their console through an update. This new feature eliminates the need for a separate device and is part of a gradual rollout to other regions. With this integration, players can select the Discord tab in Game Base within the Control Center to choose their preferred voice channel. The partnership between Sony and Discord began in 2022, allowing Xbox users similar functionality. This update aims to enhance communication for PS5 gamers as part of Discord's focus on gaming-centric features. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25485431/Screenshot_2024_06_10_at_1.23.44_PM.png)
iOS 18's Game-Changing Feature: Send and Receive Texts Via Satellite
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024Apple's iOS 18 introduces a groundbreaking feature: sending and receiving iMessages and SMS texts using satellite communication. This capability allows users to stay connected in remote locations without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage, utilizing low Earth orbit satellites for communication on iPhone 14 and later models. The feature supports both iMessage and standard SMS texts, including emojis, is encrypted for privacy, and included free for two years upon activation. 
Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence: A New Standard for Personalized and Private AI Assistance
Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced Apple Intelligence: a personal intelligence system that combines generative models and user context to deliver relevant information using Apple silicon. This new AI innovation enhances Siri's capabilities, offers privacy-focused language and image generation, and sets a new standard for AI privacy.