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Financial Analyst Karen Read Faces New Trial in 2025 for Alleged Hit-and-Run Death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Karen Read, a 44-year-old financial analyst, faces a new trial in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, set for January 27, 2025. The first trial ended in a mistrial in July after jurors couldn't reach a verdict. Read pleaded not guilty to charges including second-degree murder and manslaughter while under the influence. Prosecutors allege she drunkenly hit O'Keefe with her car, while her lawyers claim she was framed and the victim was beaten inside a residence before his body was placed on the lawn. 
Congress Grills Secret Service Director over Failure to Protect Trump during Pennsylvania Rally Shooting
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024During a heated congressional hearing, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faced calls for her resignation over the agency's failure to protect former President Donald Trump from an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. Despite identified vulnerabilities, the Secret Service missed preventing Thomas Matthew Crooks from opening fire from the roof. 
Three Potential Running Mates for Kamala Harris in the 2024 Democratic Primary Elections
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024In the Democratic primary elections, potential running mates for Vice President Kamala Harris include Andy Beshear, Governor of Kentucky known for defeating Republican candidates and focusing on everyday concerns; Roy Cooper, North Carolina Governor with a long record in education and abortion rights; and Mark Kelly, Arizona Senator and former astronaut who leverages his space career to appeal to moderates. Harris has received endorsements from 1276 delegates but no official announcement has been made. 
Exploring the Night Sky This Week: Mercury's Greatest Evening Elongation, Saturn and Jupiter's Close Encounter, and the Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Discover celestial wonders this week: Mercury at greatest evening elongation on July 22, Saturn and Jupiter visible with Saturn occulted by the waning gibbous moon for Asian and African viewers on July 24, the Northern Crown (Corona Borealis) in view, moon in waning gibbous phase rising after sunset on July 23, last quarter moon on July 28 at 9:52 p.m. CDT, and the Delta Aquariid meteor shower from late July through early August. 
Deep-Sea Geobatteries: Uncovering the Mysterious Oxygen Production by Polymetallic Nodules
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Researchers discovered that polymetallic nodules in the Pacific Ocean's Clarion-Clipperton Zone produce oxygen through seawater electrolysis, challenging our understanding of oxygen production and raising concerns about deep-sea mining's impact on these ecosystems. 
Brandon Aiyuk's Trade Request: 49ers Dilemma: Keep Him or Trade for Cap Relief?
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Brandon Aiyuk, the San Francisco 49ers' talented receiver, has formally requested a trade. Amidst pressure to win and roster decisions, potential suitors include the Kansas City Chiefs. The 49ers face a tough decision: keep Aiyuk or trade him for cap relief. 
Jordan Love Holds Out of Packers Training Camp, Seeking New Contract Extension
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is holding out of training camp, seeking a new contract extension. Drafted 26th overall in 2019, Love became the starter last season and led the team to a wild-card playoff victory. Absent from practices, his absence may impact preparation and relationships. Negotiations come amid NFL quarterback salary increases. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Emily-in-Paris-Netflix-072224-447c81d1d7474f808d194da13cb98b02.jpg)
Emily in Paris Season 4: New Trailer Reveals Love Triangles and Drama in August and September
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Netflix's Emily in Paris Season 4 trailer reveals Lily Collins' return as Emily Cooper, who faces relationship and work drama in Paris and Rome. Part 1 premieres August 15, with Part 2 following on September 12. 
Twisters' Immersive 4DX Experience Drives $80.5M Opening Weekend Box Office Success
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Twisters, a new disaster movie and sequel to the 1996 classic, has shattered box office records with $80.5 million in opening weekend sales. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung and starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, its success can be attributed to its immersive 4DX screenings, positive reviews, and broad appeal. 
Apple's Upcoming iPhone 17 Lineup: LTPO Displays for All, New Slim Model, and OLED for the SE
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Apple's iPhone 17 lineup, set to launch in September 2023, introduces LTPO displays for all models with ProMotion technology and variable refresh rates up to 120Hz. The lineup includes a standard iPhone 17, two Pro models, and a rumored Slim high-end option. Expected features include an A19 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM for the Slim model, discontinuation of the Plus model, and an OLED screen for the next iPhone SE.