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🤳11th June 2024 | UN Ceasefire Backed by Hamas, Apple RCS Bridges Messaging Divide, Morris Comes Out as Bisexual, Housing Tops Gen Z’s Election Concerns, and more!

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BUSINESS & ECONOMY

📈 Consumer Stock Expectations Reach Three-Year High in May

Consumer expectations for stocks surged to a three-year high in May, with a 40.5% probability of stock increases in the next year, up from 38.7% in April, per the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. This upbeat sentiment coincides with near-record highs in the stock market, with the S&P 500 up more than 12% and the Nasdaq Composite rising over 14% this year.    

📈 TSA screens record the number of travelers in one day 

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) set a new record on May 24th for the most travelers screened in a single day. TSA officers screened 2,951,163 individuals at checkpoints nationwide, surpassing the previous record from November 26, 2023, noting that five of the top 10 busiest travel days in TSA’s history occurred in 2024. 

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WORLD

🕊 Hamas embraces UN Security Council ceasefire for Gaza

Source - AFP

Hamas welcomes the UN Security Council for its ceasefire resolution on Gaza. The resolution backs a proposal for a ceasefire, calling on Hamas to cooperate with mediators. It was passed with 14 votes in favor and Russia abstaining. Hamas expressed readiness to implement the plan's principles. The US stated it as the best opportunity for a temporary halt to the war. 

🕊️ Ninety States Attend Ukraine Peace Summit, Russia Absent

Source - Pierre Albouy/Reuters

Ninety states will attend a peace summit in Switzerland on June 15-16 to address the Ukraine conflict, but Russia will not be present. Notably absent is Russia, whose exclusion reflects its disinterest. Despite fewer attendees than anticipated, including notable leaders like Macron and Scholz, the conference aims to define a roadmap for future peace efforts.

SCIENCE & TECH

📱 iOS 18 to Bridge Apple-Android Messaging Gap with RCS Rollout this Fall

Apple will roll out Rich Communication Services (RCS) with iOS 18 in the fall, enhancing messaging compatibility between Apple and Android devices. RCS, an upgrade to SMS, will offer features like typing indicators, read receipts, and high-quality media sharing, using Wi-Fi and cellular data. Users will receive RCS in a later iOS 18 update. 

🍏 Apple unveils new personal intelligence system for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia!

Apple introduces a new personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, integrated into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia. It features systemwide Writing Tools for rewriting, proofreading, and summarizing text, enhanced Mail capabilities like Priority Messages and Smart Replies, and a new Image Playground for creating fun images while privacy is ensured with Private Cloud Compute. 

🍏 Apple Siri Now Switches Seamlessly Between Text and Voice! 

Apple revolutionizes Siri with deeper integration, empowering it to understand context, follow along during conversations, and perform hundreds of new actions across apps. Users can seamlessly switch between text and voice interactions and benefit from a sleek new design. Moreover, ChatGPT integration enables users to access expertise and generate content effortlessly across Apple platforms, ensuring privacy with every interaction. 

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

🏡 Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez's $60M marital home up for sale amidst split rumors.

Source - M/Getty Images / Fox News

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are reportedly selling their Beverly Hills mansion for $60 million amidst rumors of a split. The Hollywood couple purchased the six-acre estate last year, featuring 17 bedrooms and 30 bathrooms, after searching for a new home for their blended family. 

🌈 Maren Morris Embraces Bisexuality During Pride Month

Country singer Maren Morris came out as bisexual on Monday while celebrating Pride Month. She made the announcement on Instagram during a show in Phoenix, Arizona, saying, “Happy pride. Happy to be the B in LGBTQ+.” This follows her divorce from Ryan Hurd and her departure from country music due to its conservatism.

🔥Dan Hurley Turns Down LA Lakers, Commits to UConn

Source - Steven Senne / AP file

Dan Hurley, UConn men's basketball coach who led the Huskies to back-to-back national titles, has rejected an offer to join the Los Angeles Lakers, according to multiple reports. Confirming his decision, Hurley expressed pride in the championship culture at UConn, stating, "I am humbled by this entire experience." UConn’s athletic director, David Benedict, praised Hurley’s loyalty and leadership. 

OTHER NEWS

🌪️ Severe Weather Causes Over $25 Billion in Damages in 2024

May's severe weather, including deadly tornadoes and a southern derecho, resulted in over $25 billion in damages across the U.S. The tornadoes, from May 6-9, caused $4.7 billion in damages across 13 states, while the May 16-17 derecho caused $1.2 billion in damages and killed eight people. NOAA's Adam Smith noted, "These shorter time intervals between disasters often mean less time and resources available to respond."

🏡 Gen Z prioritizes housing affordability in the upcoming election.

Gen Z considers housing affordability the paramount issue in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, outweighing concerns like abortion rights and the economy, according to a Redfin survey. Unlike previous generations, Gen Z prioritizes this issue, with 91% citing it as crucial in their voting decision.

🎉 Chicago woman clinches $552 million online lottery

Source - Chicago Times

A Chicago woman secured the nation's largest online lottery jackpot, totaling $552 million via the iLottery app. Expressing disbelief, she double-checked her win, admitting, "It still feels unreal." Her odds-defying victory, with numbers 19, 37, 40, 63, 69, and 17, now paves the way for early retirement, fulfilling a lifelong dream

THIS DAY THAT YEAR

Source - Britannica

On June 11th, 2002, American Idol premiered as an American reality television series where aspiring singers competed for a recording contract and a chance at wealth and fame. Following its debut on the Fox network, American Idol (2002–2016) quickly became one of the most-watched shows in the United States.

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