Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams won't debut against Houston Texans in the Hall of Fame Game. Matt Eberflus announced that starters, including Williams, would not play. Tyson Bagent will start instead. Eberflus cited extra time for preparation as the reason for keeping starters out.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
The 2024 Booker Prize longlist unveils 13 novels, with six from America and four from the UK/Ireland. Topics span family histories, environmental activism, and floating cities in the Pacific. Rachel Kushner's American novel is among them.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's son, Pax Jolie-Pitt, sustained hip pain and a head injury after colliding with a car while riding his electric bike without a helmet on Los Feliz Blvd. in Los Angeles on July 29, 2024. Witnesses reported the incident occurred when Pax, 20, hit the back of the stationary vehicle at a red light. Paramedics treated him at the scene and transported him to an L.A. hospital for further evaluation.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Nicole Kidman and her family, including husband Keith Urban and daughters Faith Margaret and Sybella Hawley, made incognito appearances at the Paris Olympics' Women's Street Final Skateboarding event (July 28) and Omega's Her Time event (July 29). Sunday Rose, Kidman's eldest daughter with Urban, was also present. The family has largely raised their children outside of the public spotlight in Nashville.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Sony and Team Asobi unveil a limited-edition Astro Bot DualSense controller for PlayStation 5, featuring Astro's blue eyes on the touchpad and sci-fi accents. New interactions between game and controller utilize haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, enhancing gaming experience. Available for preorder August 9th for $79.99.
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris, making her 15th trip to Georgia since taking office and first as a presidential candidate, holds a rally in Atlanta on July 30, 2024. With renewed Democratic hope for the state and four new field offices, 7,500 volunteers, and nearly 200 events established, Harris aims to engage voters of color and Gen Z while opposing Trump's Project 2025 agenda. Megan Thee Stallion performs at the rally.
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Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney have declined offers from ABC to host the 2025 Academy Awards. Kimmel, who has previously hosted the Oscars four times, is not returning due to other commitments. Mulaney, a fan-favorite after presenting at this year's show and hosting the Governor's Awards, also declined due to his busy schedule with upcoming projects and a potential renewed talk show on Netflix. The Academy has yet to announce a replacement host for the March 2 event at the Dolby Theatre.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Erica Ash, a versatile actress and comedian known for her roles in 'Real Husbands of Hollywood' and 'Mad TV', passed away at the age of 46. Born in Florida, Ash began her career on sketch comedy shows before landing recurring roles on BET's 'The Real Husbands of Hollywood' and Starz's 'Survivor's Remorse'. Known for her impersonations and social media presence, Ash appeared in numerous TV shows and films including 'Scary Movie V'. The cause of her death remains undisclosed.
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Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Robert Downey Jr. shockingly announced at Comic-Con 2024 that he will play Doctor Doom in upcoming MCU films 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars', marking his return to Marvel after iconic portrayal of Iron Man. Fans react with excitement and confusion.
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024
Microsoft's Xbox 360 Marketplace, a digital storefront for millions of gamers since 2005, officially closed on July 29, 2024. The closure marked the end of an era for retro console buffs and gamers alike. Microsoft announced the closure a year ago, allowing fans to purchase legacy games at discounted prices before they were gone forever. Notable deals included Burnout Crash for $0.49 and Resident Evil 0 for $1.99.