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On July 10, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have absolute immunity for official acts performed while in office but no immunity for unofficial acts. The decision establishes new legal precedents and could have significant implications for future prosecutions of former presidents.
On July 7, 2024, four NASA crew members emerged from a 378-day Mars simulation at the Johnson Space Center. The experiment studied the psychological and physiological effects of long-duration space missions, providing crucial data for future crewed missions to Mars.
On July 4, 2024, Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC), the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue, finalized a $2.65 billion acquisition of luxury retailers Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman. The merger creates a dominant force in the high-end fashion industry, reshaping the luxury retail landscape in the U.S.
On July 1, 2024, former New York City mayor and Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani was officially disbarred in New York for his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. The decision follows a disciplinary panel’s findings that he knowingly spread false claims, violating ethical standards for attorneys.
On June 29, 2024, Simone Biles dominated the U.S. Olympic Trials in Minneapolis, securing her spot at the Paris Olympics. Alongside Sunisa Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera, Biles leads a talented squad aiming for gold. Her return to the Games highlights her resilience and continued dominance in gymnastics.
The Florida Panthers clinched their first-ever Stanley Cup on June 25, 2024, defeating the Edmonton Oilers in a thrilling seven-game series. After falling short in the 2023 finals, the Panthers secured their long-awaited victory, igniting celebrations among fans and marking a historic milestone for the franchise.
Paleontologists announced the discovery of Lokiceratops rangiformis, a new species of horned dinosaur, in Montana’s Judith River Formation on June 20, 2024. Named after the Norse god Loki due to its unique horn structure, this discovery provides new insights into dinosaur evolution and diversity during the Late Cretaceous period.
On June 17, 2024, Maryland Governor Wes Moore issued pardons for more than 175,000 individuals with low-level marijuana convictions. The move aims to correct past injustices related to cannabis criminalization, reflecting shifting attitudes toward marijuana use and justice reform in the state.
On June 13, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to maintain access to the abortion pill mifepristone, rejecting efforts to restrict its availability. The decision ensures continued nationwide access to the medication, which is widely used for early pregnancy termination and reproductive healthcare.
On June 8, 2024, an FDA advisory panel voted against recommending MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD, citing concerns over research methods and long-term safety. The decision delays the potential legalization of MDMA for therapeutic use, despite growing support from some mental health experts and advocates.
