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Jennifer Garner Shares Message of Hope Amidst Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez Divorce Rumors: 'This Too Shall Pass'
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Jennifer Garner, ex-wife of Ben Affleck, shared a message of hope on Instagram amidst rumors of his relationship with Jennifer Lopez. She posted a poem titled 'it gets better' and a video of Whitney Houston's 'Where Do Broken Hearts Go'. Affleck and Lopez have been facing divorce speculation and selling their Beverly Hills mansion, but neither has addressed the rumors directly. 
Doom: The Dark Ages - New Doom Game Returns to Medieval Times with Doom Slayer on Dragon
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Doom: The Dark Ages, the newest installment in the Doom franchise set in medieval times, was announced during Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase on June 9, 2024. Featuring the Doom Slayer riding a dragon and available on Xbox Series X (including Game Pass), PlayStation 5, and Windows PC in 2025. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25467512/codblackops6.jpg)
Xbox Games Showcase and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct: New Releases and Updates
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024The Xbox Games Showcase revealed upcoming titles such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, updates to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and a lengthy gameplay demo of Avowed. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct unveiled the game's October 25th release date, its Cold War setting, new safehouse feature in the campaign, and 'Comnimovement' in multiplayer. Other announcements included Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred expansion and Overwatch 2 updates. 
Balloon War Escalates: North Korea Retaliates with Trash Against South Korean Propaganda
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024North and South Korea engage in a balloon war, exchanging trash, propaganda, and K-pop media. Tensions escalate over anti-North Korean leaflets and nuclear ambitions. 
Iran's Snap Presidential Election: Six Candidates Approved Amidst Nuclear Tensions and Economic Crisis
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Iran holds snap presidential election on June 28, with six approved candidates including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, a former Revolutionary Guards commander and current parliament speaker. The Guardian Council disqualified 74 others amidst economic sanctions and political tensions over nuclear programme and Israel-Hamas war. Ghalibaf's past as a violent crackdown leader raises concerns in this critical election. 
Former President Trump Holds Nevada Rally Amidst Heat Wave and Controversy: Focusing on Working-Class Voters and Latinos
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024Former President Trump holds a scorching hot Las Vegas rally, focusing on swaying working-class voters and Latinos amidst his New York hush-money trial. The campaign provides emergency medical services, misting fans, water bottles, and cooling tents for attendees. A new 'Latino Americans for Trump' effort launches as Democrats label him a 'convicted white-collar crook.' Trump addresses state issues like rising temperatures. 
Former President Trump's Pre-Sentencing Interview Scheduled for June 11th
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024Former President Donald Trump faces a pre-sentencing hearing on June 11th, where he will virtually meet with a probation officer. The Probation Department report, which determines his sentence, must be submitted to Judge Juan Merchan before the July 11th sentencing. Trump's attorney will attend the interview and enter their sentencing recommendation on June 13th. Trump was convicted for falsifying documents related to a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels. His potential sentence ranges from probation to four years in prison. 
Catastrophic Failure: Teton Pass Road Collapses, Leaving Vital Commuter Link Severed in Wyoming
Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024A catastrophic failure of Teton Pass road in Wyoming on June 9, 2024, left a large gaping chasm and severed a vital commuter link between small towns in Idaho and Jackson, Wyo. The collapse occurred at milepost 12.8 on the winding mountain pass road and was caused by significant worsening of cracks and drops in the pavement since Thursday. Engineers are assessing the cause of this long-term closure, which has forced an alternate route adding over 60 miles to commutes. 
Centenarians Harold Terens and Jeanne Swerlin Tie the Knot Near Historic D-Day Beaches in Normandy
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Centenarians Harold Terens and Jeanne Swerlin, a World War II veteran and a D-Day survivor respectively, tied the knot near the historic Normandy beaches in France. Their combined age was nearly 200 years old. The couple met in Florida three years ago and got engaged at Seasons 52 restaurant. Terens proposed to Swerlin in her garage with a joke, and they held a symbolic wedding ceremony at the Carentan town hall, a key initial D-Day objective. 
TikTok: A Platform for Young Women to Share Their Experiences with Bloating and Its Causes
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024TikTok has become a platform for young women to discuss and document their experiences with bloating, with creator Nadya Okamoto gaining attention for her viral video. Bloating can result from various factors including diet, lack of physical activity, and health concerns. Experts advise consulting a GP if experiencing persistent bloating or additional symptoms. Ultraprocessed foods and high consumption of gluten or fructose may contribute to bloating. Making dietary changes, staying active, drinking enough water, and consuming a balanced diet can help prevent and manage the condition.