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Google Makes Your Maps Data More Secure: Transition to On-Device Timeline Storage
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024Google Maps is transitioning to on-device data management for its Timeline feature, requiring users to update their app and follow instructions to retain access to older data before the web version is discontinued on December 1, 2024. The change aims to keep personal data more secure and private amidst allegations of misleading consumers and illegally tracking movements. 
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods Implement Body Cameras to Combat Retail Theft: A New Approach to Safety and Training
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods are deploying body cameras for employees to combat retail theft and reduce shrink. The parent company, TJX Companies, reports that the cameras de-escalate situations and decrease theft when people are being recorded. This follows an estimated $100 billion lost to retail theft in 2022. UK grocers like Lidl and Tesco have already adopted this technology. 
UK Tech Tycoon Mike Lynch Acquitted of Fraud Charges: A Decade-Long Quest for Innocence
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024In a surprising turn of events, UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch was acquitted of all fraud charges related to Autonomy's sale to Hewlett-Packard in 2011. Despite allegations of revenue falsification and serious accounting improprieties, the jury found him innocent after a lengthy trial. HP had taken an $8.8 billion charge on the acquisition due to questionable financial practices, but Lynch maintained his innocence and delegated tasks to other executives. 
NAACP Urges Biden to Halt Weapons Deliveries to Israel Amidst Ongoing Conflict with Hamas
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024The NAACP calls on President Biden to halt weapons deliveries to Israel amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas, urging influence for a permanent ceasefire and hostage return. The organization advocates for international laws and humanitarian principles, following accusations against Israel at the International Court of Justice. 
California's First Known Fatal Black Bear Attack: 71-Year-Old Woman Identified as Victim in Downieville
Broke On: Wednesday, 08 November 2023In Downieville, a small Sierra Nevada community, a 71-year-old woman named Patrice Miller became California's first known fatal bear attack victim. An autopsy confirmed that a black bear caused her death by mauling her. The animal was later trapped and DNA confirmed it was responsible for the attack. Downieville, located about 50 miles northwest of Lake Tahoe, is home to approximately 35,000 black bears – the only type in California – which have increased significantly since 1982. Adult males can weigh up to 400 pounds and females around 100-300 pounds. 
New University of Pennsylvania Rules Ban Encampments, Overnight Demonstrations Amidst Wave of Protests
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024University of Pennsylvania implements new temporary protest rules, banning encampments and overnight demonstrations following disruptive pro-Palestinian protests. The rules aim to protect academic freedom, foster debate, and ensure safety on campus. 
Former President Trump Raises Over $12M at San Francisco Fundraiser Amidst Divided Political Landscape
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024Former President Donald Trump attended a fundraiser in San Francisco on June 6, 2024, following his conviction of 34 felony charges in New York. The event at entrepreneur David Sacks' Pacific Heights residence drew supporters and opponents alike. Trump supporters rallied at Marina Green with songs and horns, while high-dollar attendees gathered for a private meeting. The fundraiser aimed to raise over $12 million for Trump's campaign, attracting individuals from diverse backgrounds. 
D-Day Anniversary: Honoring Veterans and Their Sacrifices for Freedom
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024World leaders and veterans commemorated the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, a turning point in World War II. The event brought together US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron, Britain's King Charles III, and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy among others. The ceremony was marked by personal stories of bravery and sacrifice from veterans who participated in the landings or fled Europe during the war. 
Hunter Biden's Gun Purchase and Crack Use: Testimony from Hallie Biden
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024During a high-profile gun trial, testimony revealed that Hunter Biden purchased a firearm just days after using crack cocaine, as detailed by his former girlfriend Hallie Biden. His addiction was not an isolated incident, with reports of frequent pleas for treatment from Hallie. 
First Reported Case of Rare, Highly Contagious Sexually Transmitted Fungal Infection in the US: TMVII
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024A man from New York City became the first known case in the US of a rare, contagious fungal infection, Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII (TMVII. This infection, which can present as a red, itchy rash and is difficult to diagnose without proper testing, spreads through sexual contact and requires specific antifungal treatment. Health officials urge healthcare providers to consider TMVII in their differential diagnosis for suspicious rashes and advise individuals who have traveled internationally or engaged in multiple sexual partners to take precautions.