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Savannah Chrisley at RNC: Sharing Her Family's Story Amid Parents' Prison Sentences
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024At the 2024 Republican National Convention, Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley shared her family's story, expressing concerns about justice and fairness amidst her parents' prison sentences for bank and IRS fraud. 
Biden Considering Endorsing Supreme Court Reforms: Term Limits and Ethics Code with Enforcement Mechanism
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024President Joe Biden is considering endorsing Supreme Court reforms, including term limits and an ethics code with enforcement mechanism, in response to criticism over the court's recent decisions and ethical concerns. The proposed changes include legislation for 18-year term limits and a mandatory ethics code. However, any plans require Congress' approval. 
CDC Reports Surge in Covid-19 Infections: High Viral Activity Levels in Wastewater Nationwide
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024CDC reports significant increase in Covid-19 emergency department visits and high viral activity levels nationwide, indicating a summer wave of infections. California and Los Angeles County experience notable jumps in cases, hospitalizations, and wastewater data. Quinn Meinerz's $80M Contract Extension: From Unheralded Prospect to Elite NFL Guard
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Denver Broncos' third-round pick Quinn Meinerz agrees to a four-year, $80 million extension with $45 million guaranteed, making him one of the highest-paid guards in the league. The deal comes after an impressive rookie season where he started all 17 games and allowed just two sacks. Meinerz's improvement each year and notable run-blocking skills will be crucial for protecting Denver's investment at quarterback. The Open Championship at Royal Troon: A Tradition-Rich Major with Exciting Trends and Competitors
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024The 152nd Open Championship returns to Royal Troon in Scotland, a historic links course with a challenging second nine and a trend of champions winning tournaments that year. Key players include Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Rory McIlroy aiming for major victories. With 158 competitors vying for the title, conditions like wind and cool temperatures add to the excitement. 
Jon Stewart's Interview with Bill O'Reilly: A Contentious Reunion on The Daily Show After the RNC Cancellation
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Jon Stewart makes a surprise return to The Daily Show after a decade, interviewing former adversary Bill O'Reilly amidst RNC cancellations. Their contentious history unfolds as they discuss rising prices and political tensions. ASML Share Value Plummets Amidst Possible US Export Restrictions to China
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024ASML Holding NV faces potential severe US export restrictions to China, causing a sharp decline in its share value. The Biden administration's push for tighter export controls may prevent the Dutch semiconductor giant from providing advanced technology to Beijing, impacting not only ASML but also other US-based companies. Ongoing trade tensions between China and Taiwan add complexity to the situation, leading investors to sell off ASML shares. 
Trump Indicates He'll Let Powell Finish Term, Endorses Lower Corporate Tax Rate and Considered Dimon for Cabinet
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Former President Trump indicates he'll let Powell finish Fed term if reelected, endorses 15% corporate tax rate, and considers Dimon for Cabinet. In interview at Mar-a-Lago, Trump discusses economy, Fed policy, inflation, tariffs and praises Dimon's views on his policies. 
Amazon Prime Day 2024: Unbiased Coverage of Notable Deals and Discounts
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Amazon Prime Day 2024: A Two-Day Shopping Event with Discounts on Tech Items, Old Navy Gift Cards, and More. Notable deals include savings on Greenworks Pressure Washer, Casper Mattress, JBL Boombox, and Amazon devices. Sign up for Amazon Prime to access exclusive deals and benefits. 
Pentagon's $230 Million Aid Pier in Gaza Faces Challenges, Future Uncertain
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024The Pentagon's $230 million aid pier in Gaza, aimed at delivering food to Palestinians amid crossings shutdowns, faced challenges due to bad weather and technical issues. Operational for only 20 days, it delivered nearly 20 million pounds of aid but failed to prevent catastrophic hunger levels for half a million Gazans. The Biden administration's decision to invest in the pier over political pressure remains debated.
