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Pioneering Astronaut and Apollo 8 Moon Orbit Crew Member William Anders Passes Away in Plane Crash at Age 90
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Astronaut and Apollo 8 crew member William Anders passed away in a plane crash at age 90. Born in Hong Kong, Anders contributed to nuclear regulation, founded Wright State University, served on the National Aeronautics and Space Council, and became the first chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. He also held leadership roles at General Electric, Textron, and General Dynamics. Anders is known for his iconic 'Earthrise' photograph taken during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968. 
Luka Doncic's Injuries: Impact on Dallas Mavericks in NBA Finals Game 2 and Beyond
Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks' star with thoracic contusion and injuries, aims to play in Game 2 despite leading team in points, rebounds, assists during postseason. Doncic had 30 pts and 10 rebs but only one ast in Game 1 vs Boston Celtics. Mavericks need better perimeter defense. Doncic averages impressive numbers: 28.8 pts, .440/.343/.791 shooting line, 9.7 rebs, 8.4 asts during playoffs. 
Former Raiders Star Darren Waller Retires from NFL after Injury-Plagued Season with Giants
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Former Ravens and Raiders tight end Darren Waller, who battled substance abuse and recorded two 1,000-yard seasons with Las Vegas, retired from the NFL in 2024 after a injury-plagued season with the Giants. His retirement saves New York $11.6 million against their salary cap and carries $2.458 million in dead money. 
Unconventional Crime Fighter: Richard Linklater's 'Hit Man' Explores the Complexities of Reality and Morality with Glen Powell
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024In Netflix's 'Hit Man,' directed by Richard Linklater, university professor Gary Johnson (Glen Powell) poses as a hit man to lure suspects and make arrests, showcasing the director's unique storytelling abilities and challenging perceptions of reality and morality. Glen Powell delivers a compelling performance in this departure from his usual roles. 
Apple's AI-Powered Siri Upgrade: Setting the Stage for Competition at WWDC 2024
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Apple set to unveil generative AI updates for Siri at WWDC 2024, aiming to make Siri more conversational and versatile, while facing competition from tech rivals. Expected features include controlling individual app features and enhancing apps like Messages, Notes, and Safari. Older devices may have limited functionality due to hardware requirements. 
Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund Opposes Elon Musk's $56 Billion Tesla Pay Package
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Norway's sovereign wealth fund, worth $7.7 billion and Tesla's eighth-largest shareholder, will vote against Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package at the annual meeting due to concerns over fairness to shareholders and excessive size. The fund had previously criticized Musk's pay in 2018 and has been vocal about excessive CEO compensation. Tesla faces labor disputes with striking mechanics in Sweden, and shareholders will also vote on director re-elections including Musk's brother. 
Suspect in Sacramento Mass Shooting, Smiley Martin, Dies in Jail: Cause of Death Unknown
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Suspect Smiley Martin, identified in the April 2022 Sacramento mass shooting that left six people dead and 12 others wounded, died in his jail cell at the Sacramento County Main Jail. The cause of death is unknown. Martin was awaiting trial on three felony charges when found unresponsive during a routine cell check. Two recent similar cases have occurred at the jail. 
Far-Right and Nationalist Parties Make Gains in European Elections: Macron and Scholz Suffer Defeats, Extreme Movements Rise
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Far-right and nationalist parties made significant gains in the European elections of June 9, 2024, particularly in France and Germany. This shift towards right-wing politics was seen as an indicator of voter dissatisfaction with the political mainstream. The results were considered stunning defeats for French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who had both campaigned on centrist platforms. 
Israel-Hamas Conflict: Benny Gantz Resigns from Government Amidst Post-War Instability and Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024In October 2024, Hamas militants launched a cross-border attack on Israel during a music festival, taking civilian hostages and triggering a devastating war. The conflict resulted in the biggest displacement in the region since Israel's creation and led to tens of thousands of deaths and famine-like conditions for at least half of the population in Gaza Strip. Former Israeli Defense Forces chief Benny Gantz resigned from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government over disagreements on post-war strategy, adding instability to Netanyahu's ruling coalition. 
Rashee Rice Speaks Out for First Time Since Car Crash and Nightclub Allegations: Expresses Remorse
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice, embroiled in a car crash and nightclub investigation without charges, apologized for his actions at a youth football camp.