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Team USA's Stephen Curry and Bam Adebayo Lead Victory Over Serbia in Olympic Preparation Game
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Team USA, led by Stephen Curry's game-high 24 points and Bam Adebayo's 17 points and six rebounds, defeated Serbia 105-79 in an exhibition game on July 17, their third straight win en route to the Paris Olympics. Nikola Jokic finished with 12 points and eight rebounds for Serbia. Both teams are expected to be major contenders at the Olympics and will face each other again in the group stage on July 28. 
Jarren Duran and Shohei Ohtani Shine in 2024 MLB All-Star Game: Unpredictable Moments and Heroics from Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Boston Red Sox's Jarren Duran and Shohei Ohtani shine at 2024 MLB All-Star Game, with Duran hitting the go-ahead homer and earning MVP honors, while Ohtani contributes with a scoreless inning and a three-run homer. Both players showcase their unique talents amidst unexpected moments. 
Renowned Chef Naomi Pomeroy, 49, Tragically Drowned in Willamette River Tubing Accident
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Renowned chef Naomi Pomeroy, known for her appearances on cooking shows and award-winning Portland restaurant Beast, tragically passed away at 49 in a tubing accident on the Willamette River. Born in Corvallis, she gained national recognition after competing on Top Chef Masters and received the James Beard Foundation Award for best chef in the northwest region. Her tragic death has left her husband and daughter devastated, and the culinary community mourns the loss of a pioneer. 
Emmy Awards 2024: Record-Breaking 23 Nominations for 'The Bear', D'Pharoah Woon-A-Tai and Jeremy Allen White Recognized
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024The 76th Emmy Awards recognized several shows and performers for their exceptional work in television, with Netflix's 
Microsoft Designer: Create Images with Text Prompts on iOS and Android
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Microsoft's AI-powered Designer app, now available on iOS and Android, generates images using text prompts. Offering features like stickers, greeting cards, and collages, it began as Bing Image Creator and evolved into Microsoft Designer with Dall-E 2 model. Integrated with Photos, Word, and PowerPoint for Copilot Pro subscribers. Free iOS app also available with daily boosts or upgrade to 100 boosts per day. CEO of OpenAI Sues Troon Pacific for $4M Over Undisclosed Construction Defects in $27M San Francisco Mansion
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024In July 2024, Sam Altman sued Troon Pacific for $4 million over undisclosed construction defects in his $27 million San Francisco mansion. The lawsuit alleges misrepresentation and sabotage, with issues including a faulty waterproofing system causing raw sewage and financial losses. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25533225/Escalade_V_21284_V9.jpg)
2025 Cadillac Escalade: Redesigned Exterior, Massive Dashboard Display, and Two Powerful V8 Engines
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Cadillac unveils a mid-cycle refresh for the 2025 Escalade, featuring redesigned headlights and running lights, a 55-inch dashboard display, and new paint options. The V-series receives a carbon-fiber theme and increased production to meet demand. Both gas engines include two V8 options, including a supercharged 682 horsepower version. 
Elon Musk Announces Plans to Move SpaceX and X Headquarters from California over Gender Identity Law
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and X, announces relocation of headquarters from California to Texas in opposition to new gender-identity law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. WSJ Reporter Selina Cheng's Unexpected Dismissal After HKJA Election Raises Concerns Over Press Freedom
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024In June 2024, Selina Cheng, a Hong Kong-based reporter for The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), was unexpectedly terminated after being elected as chair of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA). WSJ instructed Cheng to withdraw from the HKJA election and leave its board days before her victory. Her dismissal, without explanation or warning, raises concerns about WSJ's commitment to press freedom amidst Beijing's crackdown on freedoms in Hong Kong. 
Uncontacted Amazon Tribe's Emergence from Rainforest Sparks Controversy over Logging Activities and Land Rights
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Over 50 members of the Mashco Piro tribe, one of the largest uncontacted Indigenous communities in the world, have been spotted near logging areas in the Peruvian Amazon. The tribe's emergence raises concerns due to ongoing logging activities on their land granted by the Peruvian government. Indigenous organizations call for cancellation of forest certification for logging company Canales Tahuamanu and advocate for authorities to extend Mashco Piro's reserve, as their way of life is threatened by loss of territory.