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Biden Endorses Harris, SpaceX Readies Starship & Diamonds on Mercury
Jeroen Seghers
July 22, 2024 • Reading Time: 4 minutes
Good morning! It’s Monday, and your daily Brief is here to kickstart your day with the top stories you need to know. Let’s dive in and get you up to speed.
Today’s top stories
President Biden has endorsed Kamala Harris
President Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign on Sunday and endorsed Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election. Harris has gained support of top Democrats since Biden exited the race.
LA Times + 3 • US News • World News
SpaceX is set for the fifth Starship flight, with successful Super Heavy booster tests confirming system readiness. Upgrades include a new thermal shield and 'Mechazilla' catching machine, while preparations for increased launch capacity continue. |  |
The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) continues to outperform major funds, fueled by positive US inflation data and potential Fed rate cuts. This surge, driven by strong earnings in biotech and tech sectors, contrasts with the significant inflows seen in the iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF (IWF).
Nasdaq + 2 • Financial Markets
Russian forces have captured the villages of Rozovka and Pestchanoïe Nijnee in eastern Ukraine, causing civilian casualties. The US suspects Russia plans to arm Houthi rebels in Yemen, while pro-Russian cyberattacks target NATO, highlighting escalating tensions.
Le Monde + 3 • World News
Eve, an Embraer subsidiary, unveiled a full-scale prototype of its eVTOL "flying taxi" at its Gaviao Peixoto plant. With $94 million in new investments and nearly 3,000 potential orders, Eve is poised to revolutionize advanced air mobility despite infrastructure challenges.
Investing + 1 • Tech • Electric Vehicles
The 1,000th Florida grasshopper sparrow bred in captivity has been released into the wild, marking a crucial success for the species' recovery. Initiated in 2019, the program has seen effective population restoration, with successful breeding and nesting observed at release sites.
The Guardian + 2 • Science
A recent Nature Communications study reveals Mercury may harbor a thick layer of diamonds hundreds of miles below its surface, formed from a carbon-rich magma ocean. This discovery highlights Mercury's unique internal structure, and the upcoming BepiColombo mission could provide further insights.
Live Science + 2 • Space News • Science
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The Brief Team