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157 Lives Lost: Two Devastating Landslides in Ethiopia's Gofa Zone Amid Heavy Rainfall
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024At least 157 people have perished in two devastating landslides that struck Ethiopia's Gofa zone following heavy rainfall. The first landslide buried both residents and rescuers, while the second occurred during ongoing search-and-rescue efforts, significantly increasing the death toll. 
President Biden's Surprise Withdrawal: Kamala Harris Takes the Lead in Democratic Race Amidst $50 Million Donation Surge
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024President Joe Biden's surprise withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race on July 22, 20XX led to a surge of support for Vice President Kamala Harris, who is now expected to dominate the Democratic nomination process. The news came as a relief to Democrats concerned about Biden's electability and sparked over $50 million in donations within 24 hours. Harris' strong stance on women's reproductive rights and climate crisis issues, along with her ability to attack Trump on sexual misconduct allegations, has given Democrats cautious optimism for the upcoming election. California Forever: Tech Billionaires' Plans for New City on Hold Amid Controversy and Environmental Concerns
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024California Forever, a proposed city development backed by Silicon Valley billionaires and venture capitalists in California, has been put on hold due to opposition from local officials and environmental groups. The group, which includes LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and Marc Andreessen, had planned to bypass the usual development process with a ballot measure but instead opted for a full environmental review. Controversy surrounds the project due to its secretive origins and legal actions against farmers refusing to sell land. Supporters argue for affordable housing and jobs, while opponents raise concerns about habitat loss and community impacts. The environmental review process is expected to take at least two years. 
Detroit Tigers' Offensive Surge and Tarik Skubal's Dominant Pitching Lead to 8-2 Victory over Cleveland Guardians
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024On July 22, 2024, the Detroit Tigers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 8-2 at Progressive Field, fueled by key moments from players like Jake Rogers and Tarik Skubal. Skubal pitched seven strong innings with six strikeouts and a 2.34 ERA, leading the American League. The Tigers' offense continued to produce throughout the game, securing their 11th win in the last 14 games against the Guardians and avoiding back-to-back losses. 
Keanu Reeves' Contemplation of Mortality: A New Novel and Upcoming Projects on Immortality, Love, and the Desire for Death
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024Keanu Reeves, 59, ponders mortality as he co-authors 'The Book of Elsewhere' with Chinese Miéville based on his BRZRKR comic series about an immortal warrior yearning for death. Reeves hopes to collaborate again with Sandra Bullock before they both pass away and shares that the novel contains a love story. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24002574/acastro_STK094_03.jpg)
Intel Identifies and Addresses Instability Issues in Some 13th and 14th Gen Desktop Processors: Elevated Operating Voltages Causing Frequent Crashes
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Intel identifies and addresses instability issues in some 13th and 14th Gen desktop processors caused by elevated operating voltages from a flawed algorithm, impacting users primarily with Core i9-13900K and i9-14900K models. A microcode patch is set to release in mid-August to resolve the issue, while only a small number of Raptor Lake desktop processors were affected by this manufacturing fault. 
Philippines and China Reach Temporary Agreement over Contested South China Sea Shoal
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024The South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines reaches a temporary resolution as both sides agree to allow Filipino supply deliveries to their naval vessel at Second Thomas Shoal. Tensions escalated when Chinese forces seized Philippine navy boats, leading to diplomatic protests through the UN. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr reaffirmed his country's territorial claims in the West Philippine Sea during his state of the nation address. The details of this arrangement are undisclosed, but it may serve as a potential model for resolving China's disputes with other governments. 
India's Budget 2024: $24bn Jobs Plan, Rural Development, and Manufacturing Incentives
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024India's Budget 2024: A $24bn jobs plan, rural development focus, and angel tax abolition headline the coalition government's first budget after a slim election victory. The spending plan prioritizes rural development, agriculture, and manufacturing jobs through incentives for employees and employers. 
Congressional Rivalry: Mace Pushes for Cheatle's Impeachment, Ocasio-Cortez Urges Swift Report on Secret Service Failure
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) filed an impeachment resolution against Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle for dereliction of duty following the most significant operation failure in agency history: a security breach during a former president's rally that led to an assassination attempt. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) expressed concern over the projected 60-day timeline for an initial report on security breakdowns, urging swift action due to ongoing presidential campaigns and elections. 
LSU Cornerback Javien Toviano Charged with Video Voyeurism: Secretly Recorded Intimate Encounters
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024LSU cornerback Javien Toviano, 19, was arrested for video voyeurism after allegedly recording himself having sex with a woman without her consent using a hidden camera. The victim discovered the videos on Toviano's iPad and reported the incident to law enforcement. Toviano admitted to using a hidden camera during an interview with authorities and was charged with video voyeurism. LSU suspended him from all team activities following his arrest.
