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Hello, everyone! You’re tuned into ‘Just a Moment News’ with your host, Erika. It’s July 25, 2024, and today we’ve got a roundup of intriguing stories from around the globe.

First up, let’s talk about a recent raid at the Johannesburg Correctional Centre, also known as Sun City. Authorities discovered a surprising array of contraband during a surprise inspection. Inmates were found to possess items like PlayStations, WiFi routers, designer perfumes, and even flat-screen televisions. This unexpected find was part of a larger effort to crack down on criminal networks operating within the prison. It’s interesting to note that the items were often cleverly hidden, with illegal electrical setups powering these luxuries.

Moving on to a family drama that sounds almost like a script from a movie. Rupert Murdoch, at 93 years old, is currently embroiled in a legal tussle with three of his children over the control of his media empire. This battle, which is playing out in a Nevada court, revolves around Murdoch’s desire to amend a family trust to favor his eldest son, Lachlan, thereby maintaining the conservative stance of his media holdings. This disagreement has exposed deep rifts within the Murdoch family, with significant implications for the future of media outlets like Fox News and The Wall Street Journal.

In sports media news, the NBA has just unveiled a massive seventy-seven billion dollar TV and streaming deal with Disney, Amazon, and Comcast’s NBCUniversal. This eleven-year agreement, kicking off in the 2024-2025 season, marks a significant increase in media fees for the NBA and includes a substantial streaming component. This move reflects changing viewer habits and the growing importance of digital platforms in sports broadcasting.

Over in the world of international sports, the Canadian Olympic women’s soccer team is facing a scandal after a drone was used to spy on New Zealand’s practice session. The incident led to the suspension of the head coach, Bev Priestman, and two other staff members for the upcoming match. This has sparked a broader discussion on ethics and privacy in sports, especially with strict drone bans in place around Olympic venues.

In the tech world, CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, recently faced backlash after a botched update caused significant disruptions worldwide. In an attempt to make amends, the company offered $10 Uber Eats gift cards to affected partners, though there were reports of some cards being invalid. This incident raises questions about the reliability of digital infrastructures and the ways companies respond to their mistakes.

Lastly, let’s venture into space where NASA’s MESSENGER spacecraft has provided fascinating data suggesting that beneath Mercury’s surface lies a ten-mile thick layer of diamonds. This discovery points to unique geological processes and could provide insights into the formation of other planets in our solar system.

That wraps up our news for today. Thanks for tuning into ‘Just a Moment News’. I’m Erika, and I’ll be back with more stories and insights. Have a great day!

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