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Israel's Response to Houthi Drone Strike: Airstrikes on Hudaydah Port
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024On July 21, 2024, Israel responded to a Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv with airstrikes on Hudaydah port in Yemen, resulting in civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have targeted Israeli territory and shipping lanes as part of their solidarity with Palestinian resistance groups. 
President Biden Shocks Nation by Endorsing Vice President Harris and Announcing Exit from Reelection Race
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 reelection race on July 21, 2024, amid health concerns and poor performance at the CNN presidential debate in June. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the new Democratic nominee. The Democratic Party now faces the challenge of selecting a new nominee, with delegates remaining free to vote as they wish at the convention. 
Climate Change: How Melting Ice Caps are Extending Earth's Days
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Climate change is causing Earth's rotation to slow down, leading to longer days. Melting polar ice caps and glaciers have redistributed mass, increasing Earth's oblateness and causing a projected 2.62 milliseconds per century increase in day length by the end of the 21st century. 
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris' Contentious Start at 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix: A Battle for Position or Off-Track Incident?
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Max Verstappen and Lando Norris clashed at the Hungarian Grand Prix start, with Verstappen initially refusing to give way after going off-track. The incident caused frustration for both drivers, with Norris calling for an apology over their previous collision in Austria. The FIA is investigating another controversial encounter between Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton towards the end of the race. McLaren's Oscar Piastri claimed his first Formula 1 victory in this eventful race. 
Utah State Cornerback Andre Seldon: 22-Year-Old Found Dead at Porcupine Reservoir, Investigation Ongoing
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Utah State cornerback Andre Seldon Jr., 22, was found dead at Porcupine Reservoir on July 21, 2024. Witnesses reported seeing him cliff diving and not resurfacing. Seldon began his college football career at Michigan before transferring to New Mexico State and later Utah State this summer. The cause of his death is unknown, with the investigation ongoing. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(861x912:863x914)/Alec-Baldwin-Hilaria-Red-Carpet-072124-01-d747d22e012b4179b5f047e290954da3.jpg)
Alec Baldwin and Wife Hilaria Attend Film Festival After Dismissal of Involuntary Manslaughter Case: Juror Doubts and New Evidence
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria attended the Hamptons International Film Festival after the dismissal of Alec's involuntary manslaughter case in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on 'Rust'. Doubts about prosecution evidence emerged from jurors, leading to a mistrial and dismissal. Baldwin plans to sue prosecutors for withheld evidence and faces ongoing civil lawsuits. 
China's Xi Jinping Announces Tax Reforms to Bolster Local Finances Amidst Debt Crisis and Economic Shifts
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled plans to strengthen local government finances at the Communist Party's third plenum, aiming to redistribute consumption tax revenue and tackle China's $9.1 trillion hidden debt crisis. The reform also focuses on addressing real estate's impact on the economy and optimizing new construction projects, while deepening fiscal, taxation, and financial system reforms for social welfare. 
Trump and Vance Rally Together After Trump's Assassination Attempt: America First Ideology Takes Center Stage in Michigan
Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024Former President Donald Trump and running mate J.D. Vance rally together in Michigan a week after Trump's assassination attempt, championing 'America First' ideology and advocating for cautious foreign policy. Thousands attend, marking Trump's first public appearance since attack. 
Secret Service Denied Trump's Security Requests Before Pennsylvania Rally Shooting Incident
Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024During the 2024 Republican National Convention, former US President Donald Trump faced security concerns when a gunman fired an AR-15-style rifle at a rally in Pennsylvania, where Secret Service had denied some of his team's previous requests for additional resources. The incident sparked calls for Director Kimberly Cheatle's resignation over security lapses. 
Nuno Borges Stuns Rafael Nadal to Win First ATP Title at Bastad
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Portuguese underdog Nuno Borges stuns Rafael Nadal to win maiden ATP title at Bastad, breaking Nadal's serve five times and winning 72% of second-serve return points. Ranked 261st, Nadal struggled on clay courts but remained a favorite due to his Grand Slam titles. Borges becomes the second Portuguese player to win an ATP Tour title at age 27, looking forward to Olympics.