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'Devastating' evidence against Charlie Kirk murder suspect laid out in court
Prosecutors build a vivid picture of the suspect's movements as they seek to try the 23-year-old.
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2026-07-11
219 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Technology
'Funflation' hits home: Why staying in isn't the cost-saver it used to be
Following a wave of price hikes, at-home pastimes like streaming movies or playing video games are pinching pocketbooks.
Global
'He has dragged them through all tournament' - England player ratings
BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions beat Norway to reach the World Cup semi-finals.
Global
'Man of all the moments' - Bellingham gives England the lead
Jude Bellingham scores his second goal of the game to give England a 2-1 lead over Norway during extra time of their 2026 World Cup quarter-final in Miami.
Technology
'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
Lionel Messi and Argentina are playing for a World Cup semifinal spot in Kansas City, Missouri, and Jason Sudeikis is paying attention
Global
15 Indian tourists killed after speedboat capsizes in southern Vietnam
A boat has capsized in southern Vietnam, killing 15 Indian tourists less than half a kilometer from shore
Culture
5 Couture Street Style Looks That Capture Parisian Ease
Fashion goers came prepared for another sweltering week in the City of Light. Recreate our favorite street style looks, now.
Culture
50 Cent Reacts to His Diddy Documentary Receiving 3 Emmy Noms: ‘You Can’t Argue With the Work’
The four-part Netflix docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning earned 21.8 million views in its first six days.
News
A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old's death and a family's search for answers in the Deep South
A week ago, 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells took a boat trip with friends to celebrate the Fourth of July on an island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast
Technology
A tasty RPG that will make you very hungry
Roleplaying games are often defined by excess. Storylines that span dozens of hours, side quests so big they could be their own game, massive worlds that require complex maps to explore, and casts so big you start forgetting character names. That's part of what makes these games feel like epic adventures, but it can also […] Roleplaying games are often defined by excess. Storylines that span dozens of hours, side quests so big they could be their own game, massive worlds that require complex maps to explore, and casts so big you start forgetting character names. That's part of what makes these games feel like epic adventures, but it can also make them intimidating, particularly if you have limited spare time. Dosa Divas , on the other hand, manages to capture much of that same feeling in a package that spans less than 10 hours. And it does it with a bold sense of style and a story
Technology
A tiny GLP-1 implant is the latest bet to help patients maintain their weight loss
Vivani Medical is developing an implant of semaglutide, the active ingredient in Novo Nordisk's obesity injection Wegovy and diabetes counterpart Ozempic.
Technology
AI companies want to water down Australia’s copyright laws. Artists are outraged, Labor is split
Anthony Albanese will deliver a landmark speech on AI this week as MPs are torn between attracting datacentre investment and protecting the rights of creatives Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates When Anna Funder stood before a pack of journalists at Parliament House this month, she presented herself not just as a writer but also a “victim of crime”. The Stasiland author was using the analogy to illustrate how technology companies have flagrantly “hoovered up” her literary works for their own profit. Continue reading...
Technology
AI fakes and the secret garden: How fans experienced Taylor Swift’s private wedding
A week after Taylor Swift’s star-studded wedding to Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden, fans still have not seen verified photos of the ceremony, Swift’s dress or the celebration inside
Technology
After years of teasing, the viral Nopia synth is ‘basically finished’
After setting the music gear corner of the internet on fire back in 2023 with the first glimpse at the Nopia, creators Martin Grieco and Rocío Gal are almost ready to bring it to market. The duo brought it to the MusicRadar offices for an in-depth first look and revealed that it will be launching […] More mint green synths please. | Image: Nopia After setting the music gear corner of the internet on fire back in 2023 with the first glimpse at the Nopia , creators Martin Grieco and Rocío Gal are almost ready to bring it to market. The duo brought it to the MusicRadar offices for an in-depth first look and revealed that it will be launching in "a couple of months" for around £550. Nopia is built around harmonic interplay in a unique way. Rather than a few knobs and a keyboard controlling a single synth patch, it blends multiple modules - keys, bass, arp, and pad - i
Technology
All the goals from England's 2026 World Cup campaign so far
As England gear up to face Norway at the Miami Stadium for the World Cup quarter-finals, re-live all the goals that got Thomas Tuchel's side there.
Culture
Ambush Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Ambush Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear
Technology
Antoinette Bower, ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Twilight Zone’ and ‘Prom Night’ Actress, Dies at 93
Born in Germany, she started out on the CBC in Canada, appeared with Charles Bronson in ‘The Evil That Men Do’ and had a recurring role on ‘Neon Rider.’
Technology
Apple sues OpenAI alleging trade secret theft, says scheme was 'at every level'
The two companies entered into a high-profile partnership in 2024 when ChatGPT was integrated into the iPhone's operating system.
Technology
Are you filthy enough for a $700 portable shower?
Hot showers, like electricity, are a luxury that's easy to take for granted. That all changes after a few nights camping at a music festival, a week toiling at a backcountry job site, or overlanding all summer in the great unknown. An itchy scalp and the vague smell of warm clams suddenly make the idea […] A luxurious hot shower anywhere you go. Hot showers, like electricity, are a luxury that's easy to take for granted. That all changes after a few nights camping at a music festival, a week toiling at a backcountry job site, or overlanding all summer in the great unknown. An itchy scalp and the vague smell of warm clams suddenly make the idea of spending hundreds on a portable shower seem less absurd. I've been testing the Hottap Go from Australia-based Joolca while vanlifing to shower after surfing and to wash up after cooking. It features a 12L integrated water tank which is an
Technology
Argentina vs. Switzerland: Where to Watch the World Cup Quarterfinal Match Online
The July 11 game rounds out the 2026 tournament's quarterfinal matchups.
Culture
Ariana Grande Drops ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Amid Touring Schedule
The singer's Ryan Murphy reunion is on hold after her tour schedule conflicted with a change in the show's production dates.
Culture
Artificial turf & coaching revolution - how Norway shaped golden generation
Artificial turf, investment from gambling and a coaching revolution based on collaboration over egos help Norway build a golden generation of players.
Technology
As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives
Renewable energy allies are trying to ensure that massive data centers will be powered by climate-friendly sources
Technology
As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives
Renewable energy allies are trying to ensure that massive data centers will be powered by climate-friendly sources
California
Assassinations unleashed under Trump haunt Iran war endgame
U.S. law enforcement and intelligence agencies have tracked evidence for years of Iranian efforts to target President Trump, with signals only increasing since the start of the war.
Technology
AstraZeneca's trial flop raises a bigger question: Is its pipeline premium becoming more vulnerable?
For years, AstraZeneca has commanded one of the richest valuations among large European pharma companies on the assumption that it consistently delivers results.
Culture
At 21, Linda Nosková Becomes the Youngest Wimbledon Champion in 15 Years
Linda Nosková of the Czech Republic claimed her maiden Grand Slam title in a tension-filled match against Karolina Muchova in the Ladies’ Singles Final at Wimbledon today.
Culture
At Canada's biggest rodeo, the starting gun is fired in the fight over Alberta separation
Canadian unity takes centre stage at the Calgary Stampede as fears of a Brexit-style upset looms over the October vote on Alberta's future.
Global
Australian killer's final police interview footage released
Bradley Murdoch, 67, died in jail without disclosing where Peter Falconio's remains might be.
Global
BBC to show England's World Cup semi-final
England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina or Switzerland will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Technology
Bad Bunny’s Ex Wins Round in Battle Over Voice Note Used on ‘Un Verano Sin Ti’
Carliz De La Cruz Hernández got a green light to pursue her claim over the “Bad Bunny baby” tagline on “Dos Mil 16"
Culture
Bahamas plane crash that killed 10 included musicians and a DJ, union says
The Bahamas Musicians and Entertainers Union says the victims in a plane crash in the Bahamas that killed 10 people included musicians and a DJ
Technology
Barbara Ling, Oscar-Winning Production Designer on ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,’ Dies at 73
Her credits also included ‘The Pee-Wee Herman Show,’ ‘Falling Down, ‘The Doors,’ ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’ and ‘Michael.’
Culture
Beauty Marks: The Best Beauty Looks of the Week
This week in celebrity beauty was all about heatwave-proof glam: from Zendaya’s braided crown to Ella Bright’s relaxed lob.
Global
Bellingham’s extra-time winner sinks Norway and sends England into World Cup semi-finals
Thomas Tuchel’s message was that it was time for England to thrive at the business end of the World Cup; the most exciting part. His players had to release the handbrake and go for it. They must not have any regrets against a Norway team that most of England expected them to beat. English arrogance? Or cold, hard realism? Happily for Tuchel, he had a player in Jude Bellingham who took him at his word. Every one of them. Bellingham had shone previously at this tournament but he moved to another level here when it mattered the most. Continue reading...
Technology
Berkshire Hathaway gains ground, but still trails the S&P 500 as '26 enters second half
With 2026 a bit more than half over, Berkshire Hathaway's B shares are down 1.8% year-to-date and 12.4 percentage points behind the S&P 500's 10.7% gain.
Culture
Bipartisan housing bill becomes law despite Trump’s refusal to sign it
President says he would refuse to sign housing bill without passage of voting legislation, but without veto it will still become law A major housing bill has automatically become law without Donald Trump ’s signature, after the president said he would refuse to sign the legislation because Congress has not approved new restrictions on voting nationwide. The measure, known as the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, is the biggest change to federal policy for buyers, renters and homebuilders in decades, and Congress approved it with large margins last month after lengthy negotiations between Democrats and Republicans . Continue reading...
Technology
Box Office: ‘Moana’ Makes $18 Million on Opening Day
Although “Moana” led the box office on Friday, the live-action remake didn’t make the domestic splash Disney was probably hoping for. “Moana” made just $18 million on Friday from 3,875 North American theaters. Rival estimates have it grossing $45 million through opening weekend, which is below the $56 million the original “Moana” earned over its […]
Technology
Burnout, frustration and heartbreak: Amazon layoffs take their toll in saturated job market
In the eight-plus months since Amazon announced its most expansive job cuts ever, laid off workers have been thrust into an increasingly saturated labor market.
Technology
Butter Yellow Is On Point for Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Maria Sharapova + Other Celeb Looks at Wimbledon Women’s Final
Actresses and athletes mingled in the stands in stylish ensembles on the 13th day of the tennis tournament.
Culture
Bye-Bye Baby Tee: It’s a Schlubby Shirt Summer
Zendaya’s vintage tee-as-dress moment on the “Spider-Man” red carpet certainly felt like a moment—but there’s been a bolder move toward bigger, breezy shirts this summer that might signal something else.
Technology
Byron Allen Donates $100,000 to Nolan Wells Family’s GoFundMe as Tyler Perry Covers Funeral Costs
Media mogul and late night host Byron Allen has donated $100,000 to the GoFundMe set up by the family of Nolan Xavier Wells, the 18-year-old who was found dead following his disappearance over the July 4 holiday. Wells’ death has sparked much suspicion and left unanswered questions after he took a boating trip with friends […]
Culture
Casual by Chappell Roan helped me ditch dead-end relationships
After years of one-sided commitment, revisiting her hit song Casual finally gave me a reality check ‘Sadie,” I say. “I would call our daughter Sadie. Or I like Leo for a boy.” I’ve been on the phone for two and a half hours, speaking about our hypothetical children to a man who has explicitly said that he does not want a relationship. At the same time, he’s said things like: “I told my mum about you. She wants to meet you.” When he makes those comments, I can’t help dreaming – in the words of a certain song – of us in a year: maybe we’ll have an apartment, and he’d show me off to his friends at the pier? That’s the fantasy Chappell Roan imagines in her 2022 hit Casual. My own vision looks a little different: instead of a pier there is an apartment (where the now familiar sound of his key in the door still excites me), and his friends say things like: “I’ve never seen him act like this wi
Technology
Christopher Nolan Addresses ‘The Odyssey’ Backlash, Explains Why Film Uses Modern Dialogue
The epic starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong'o, Elliot Page and more, arrives in theaters July 17.
Technology
Christopher Nolan Praises ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms,’ Says Young Audiences Are Rejecting “AI Slop”
"I've never seen a more rapid wholesale dismissal of a supposedly foundational jump in technology in my lifetime," the Oscar winner said in a recent interview with The Telegraph.
Technology
Cineverse Buys Horror-Comedy ‘Portal to Hell’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Cineverse and its horror division Bloody Disgusting have acquired U.S. VOD and streaming rights to “Portal to Hell,” the Slamdance and Frightfest debut feature from Woody Bess. A limited theatrical rollout is expected ahead of Cineverse’s digital release this summer. Trey Holland (“The Diabolical”), Romina D’Ugo (“12 Monkeys”), Keith David (“The Thing”), and Richard Kind […]
Technology
Colombia’s Bogotá Audiovisual Market Attendance Soars as ‘Narcos’ Star-Led ‘Rookies’ Cleans Up in Project Prizes
Colombia’s Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) has wrapped its 17th Edition July 10 with an uptick in attendance. The numbers say it all: 2,336 accredited participants and 271 industry activities and 882 one-on-one business meetings connecting selected projects with a host of international guests, advisors and potential partners. “BAM once again showed that Colombia has world-class […]
Markets
Corporate America is pumping $1 trillion into stock buybacks — but look at what insiders are doing
These 22 U.S. stocks are backed by company buybacks and insider cash.
Technology
Datacentres drive up big tech’s carbon emissions to a third of those of France
Microsoft, Amazon and Google say they still aim to achieve net zero output despite construction boom Microsoft, Amazon and Google’s collective carbon emissions have increased by nearly a fifth in the past year, driven largely by datacentre construction. In the financial year ending March 2026, the three tech companies emitted 119m mTCO₂e (metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent), or about a third of those of France. Continue reading...
Technology
Don Iwerks, Disney Camera and Projection Pioneer, Dies at 96
In 1997, he received the Gordon E. Sawyer Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Board of Governors, then was named a Disney Legend in 2009.
Technology
Donald Iwerks, Disney Camera Technician and Co-Founder of Iwerks Entertainment, Dies at 96
Donald Iwerks, son of Mickey Mouse co-creator Ub Iwerks, whose groundbreaking innovations transformed cinematic storytelling and immersive entertainment, died July 9. He was 96. Iwerks spent over six deacdes on projects for The Walt Disney Company, along with his own studio, Iwerks Entertainment. Don pioneered innovations in projection technology, 3D and large-format filmmaking, and immersive […]
Culture
Dua Lipa Accessorizes for a Studio Session With Callum Turner
Getting straight back to work after a wedding extravaganza, Dua Lipa pulled up to the studio with a bunch of future pop banger ideas, a Chanel flap, and her husband.
California
Emily Ratajkowski's viral essay on sex life as a single mom scores her a seven-figure book deal
Emily Ratajkowski's viral essay detailing her sex life as a single mom has landed a seven-figure book deal after a 12-way bidding war.
Technology
Emmy Nominations Roundtable: ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ Dominate, But ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘Pluribus’ Are Waiting in the Wings
At 25 noms, is “The Pitt” heading toward its second consecutive drama win? In breaking the record for most comedy noms ever, is “Hacks” a shoo-in? What happened to “Half Man”? How did “Dancing With the Stars” end its ten-year nomination drought? What can we expect from Emmys host Mariska Hargitay? Those questions, and a […]
Technology
Europe considering proposals to allow navigational fees in strait of Hormuz
Plans specify tolls must not be compulsory, as US officials urge Iran to make public statement that strait is open and that shipping can safely pass Europe is studying proposals that may allow the charging of navigational fees in the strait of Hormuz so long as the tolls are not compulsory and have the support of the UN agency that regulates maritime transport. Britain’s deputy prime minister, David Lammy, said the imposition of compulsory tolls would be disastrous. But some of his cabinet colleagues said they recognised that systems of payments for specific navigational services were permissible in many natural waterways, including the strait of Malacca and the Channel. Continue reading...
Technology
FL Studio head Constantin Koehncke turns to Reddit for feedback and fun
If you're a music maker of a certain age, then you probably once dabbled with a pirated copy of a little app called Fruity Loops. These days it's called FL Studio, and Constantin Koehncke, is the man responsible for shepherding the pioneering digital audio workstation (DAW) through the modern age. As CEO of Image Line, […] If you're a music maker of a certain age, then you probably once dabbled with a pirated copy of a little app called Fruity Loops. These days it's called FL Studio , and Constantin Koehncke, is the man responsible for shepherding the pioneering digital audio workstation (DAW) through the modern age. As CEO of Image Line, the company behind FL Studio, Constantin has overseen the introduction of a number of AI-powered features like stem separation and its Gopher chatbot. Before taking the reins of Image Line in 2022, Constantin was the head of Native Instruments, wh
Global
Family pleads for answers in death of young Black man in Mississippi
Body of Nolan Wells, 18, found after he traveled to Horn Island over Fourth of July weekend with three white friends A mother on Friday pleaded for anyone to come forward with information about what happened to her son, Nolan Wells , a young Black man whose body was found on an island off the coast of Mississippi after he traveled there over the Fourth of July weekend with three white friends. “We just want to know what happened and why our baby didn’t come home,” Christine Wonsley, choking back tears, said at a news conference about her son. Continue reading...
Technology
Fastest spider in the world? This huge, hairy-legged Australian arachnid may be the quickest on the planet
A brown huntsman is the quickest of more than 250 species analysed by scientists in the UK and Germany If arachnophobes were not frightened enough by the horrific ability of Australia’s huntsman spiders to drag dead mice up the sides of fridges , they now have another reason. They might be the fastest spiders on the planet. Continue reading...
Technology
Fate of Strait of Hormuz challenges talks as Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats
President Donald Trump overnight made threats on social media of further missile attacks against Iran, after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw open calls for the U.S. leader's killing.
Technology
From Moana to Suki Waterhouse: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia star in the latest Disney animation to get the live-action treatment, and the model-actor-singer proffers more of her signature lush soft rock Moana Out now The 2016 Disney animation gets the “live action” treatment with a more-or-less remake starring Dwayne Johnson and newcomer Catherine Laga’aia, joined by, as you’d expect, animated versions of various critters, including Tamatoa the coconut crab (once more voiced by Jemaine Clement). Continue reading...
Markets
Global oil demand is dropping, but US drivers keep buying more gas
Global oil demand is set to decline this year for the first time since 2020
Technology
Greek Filmmaker Christos Nikou, the Director of ‘Apples’ and ‘Fingernails,’ on Creating ‘Tender Cinema’
At Karlovy Vary Film Festival this week, the 10 participants of Future Frames – the program for young European directors – were joined by Greek director Christos Nikou as their mentor. Variety sat in on their discussion. Nikou, who directed “Apples” and “Fingernails,” started by underscoring the importance for filmmakers of “finding their voice.” He […]
Technology
Guggenheim Museum among NYC buildings that tested positive for Legionnaires' amid disease outbreak
The city health department on Friday released a list of 31 buildings on the Upper East Side that have been ordered to clean and disinfect their cooling towers as the city deals with the latest outbreak of the disease.
Technology
Guggenheim Museum among NYC buildings that tested positive for Legionnaires’ amid disease outbreak
The Guggenheim Museum was among a number of Manhattan buildings that recently tested positive for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease amid the city’s latest outbreak
Technology
Heatwave to stretch into second week despite cooler air for some this weekend
The sizzling heat continues into next week despite a drop in temperatures over the weekend.
Global
Hey Jude: Bellingham's return to England indispensability
Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel charts Jude Bellingham's remarkable resurgence with England at the World Cup.
Technology
Hilary Duff Delights With Equal Parts Nostalgia and Evolution on The Lucky Me Tour: “Joyful, Fun and Extremely Rewarding”
The 38-year-old age singer sold out two nights of her most expansive tour in over a decade, bringing her aughts hits and new pop offerings to a captivated crowd at Inglewood’s Kia Forum.
Culture
How to Properly Wash Fruit and Veg, According to an Expert
Don’t be fooled by the “washed and ready to eat” label, says nutritionist Jessica Shand.
Culture
How to Watch UFC 329: McGregor vs. Holloway 2 Live Online for Free
Live from Las Vegas on Saturday (July 11), you can watch the entire MMA event, including McGregor's return, online for free.
Technology
Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire in southern Spain that killed at least 12
Firefighters in Spain are battling one of the country's deadliest wildfires, which has killed at least 12 people
Technology
Hunter Biden wins $1.7m in suit over Iran bribery claim by ex-CEO of Overstock.com
Biden sued Patrick Byrne for defamation over claim that he sought bribe to lobby his father to free $8bn in Iran assets A federal judge on Friday awarded Hunter Biden $1.7m in punitive damages in a defamation lawsuit he filed against former Overstock.com CEO Patrick Byrne. Biden sued Byrne – a Donald Trump ally who denied the results of the 2020 election and funded efforts to overturn them – in 2023, accusing Byrne of lying in an interview that Biden had previously sought a bribe from Iran’s government in the fall of 2021. Continue reading...
Technology
ICE are heavily armed killers. They’re also huge losers
Donald Trump's Homeland Security regime has been at the center of two critical stories in the past two weeks. In the first, federal agents shot and killed a man and quickly got to work justifying the use of force under the flimsiest of pretenses. In the other, it made house calls to people who said […] Federal agents patrol the halls of immigration court at the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building in December 2025. | Photo by Michael Nigro/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images Donald Trump's Homeland Security regime has been at the center of two critical stories in the past two weeks. In the first, federal agents shot and killed a man and quickly got to work justifying the use of force under the flimsiest of pretenses. In the other, it made house calls to people who said mean things to them online. Since taking office last year, the Trump administration has been telling us that fi
Global
Ice on testicles and donating blood - the myths sold to men trying to boost their sperm
With men’s fertility increasingly in the spotlight, we meet the men using unproven “hacks” promoted by influencers to up their sperm counts.
Global
If you ask Americans, Norway's Erling Haaland is already a winner
If the World Cup was a tournament for hearts and minds, the Norwegian striker would certainly win.
Global
Indian tourists among 15 killed as speedboat capsizes in Vietnam
Local media say 21 people were saved after the boat overturned in rough seas near an island in south Vietnam.
Technology
Indonesian Virtual-Production Horror Feature ‘Whispers of Fatimah’ Sets September Release, Unveils First-Look Video (EXCLUSIVE)
Mystery horror feature “Bisikan Desa Gringsing: Whispers of Fatimah” has released its first-look video and locked in a September Indonesian theatrical opening, producers Mandela Pictures and Oceanus Media Global (OMG Studios) have revealed. The story centers on Hesti, a young woman hunting for her missing father who finds herself drawn into the terror surrounding Fatimah’s […]
Technology
Iran must pledge to stop shooting at ships in Strait of Hormuz, US officials say
US media say Iran has told US officials an attack on ships crossing the strait early this week was "a mistake".
Markets
Is it better to spend my savings now so I can delay taking Social Security? How do I choose?
“By claiming earlier, I could preserve more of my portfolio and allow those assets to continue compounding.”
Global
Is it time to give record-breaker Pickford the credit he deserves?
Is it time to finally give England keeper Jordan Pickford the credit he deserves as he enters the World Cup history books, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Technology
Is the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake worth the 13 year wait?
The BBC's Tom Gerken plays the much-anticipated pirate game which has been remade from the ground up.
Science
Is the US trying to make scientists’ work so difficult that they simply give up? | Daniel Malinsky
New Trump administration rules would undermine longstanding research practices. It’s death by a thousand cuts A politician who aims to gradually privatize and ultimately destroy an institution funded by tax dollars – say, a public school system or public transportation network – may choose to do so by strategically disinvesting resources from that institution until it becomes barely functional, leading users to look elsewhere to meet their needs. Eventually, the user-base of the public system gets so low or frustrated that it seems reasonable to scrap the thing entirely, or re-direct public funds to private companies as contractors to provide the needed “service”. We’ve seen this strategy play out many times in states and city councils across America. It appears that the endgame of the Trump administration’s attacks on science and the research funding ecosystem is similar: grant freezes
Culture
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Markets
Islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for second time this week as grid crumbles
An islandwide blackout has hit Cuba for the second time this week
Technology
Jack White Keeps Rock ‘n’ Roll on the Front Burner in ‘Frozen Charlotte,’ His Heavy and Blazingly Worthy ‘No Name’ Followup: Album Review
The first question most Jack White fans are looking to have answered to when it comes to his new album, “Frozen Charlotte”: Is it effectively a “No Name 2.0”? Nearly everyone is hoping for a “yes,” on that one. In his solo career, White spent a few years notably bouncing around, veering between acoustically oriented […]
Technology
Jack White Offers Opening Slot to ‘Satanic’ Band Twin Temple — ‘Get in Front of Me, Satan!’ — as Charley Crockett Defends Decision to Dump Them
“Not today, Satan”… or “Hell yeah, Beelzebub”? A split is taking place in the polarizing realm of devil-rock, as practiced by self-styled “Satanic” duo Twin Temple. On Friday, country singer Charley Crockett took to social media to defend his decision to drop the act from his tour dates — even as Jack White piped up […]
Science
Japan's space agency conducts first test flight for experimental reusable rocket
Japan has conducted a first test flight for its reusable rocket
Technology
Jay-Z Brings Out Beyoncé, Blue Ivy Carter, Nas, Alicia Keys and More for ‘Reasonable Doubt’ 30th Anniversary Show at Yankee Stadium
Jay-Z did appear to promise far in advance that his “Reasonable Doubt” 30th anniversary show would, in fact, be a celebration of the debut album that he dropped back in June 1996. That didn’t stop him from pulling out all the stops — well, most of them, at least — during the first of his […]
Culture
Jay-Z Brings Spiritual ‘Reasonable Doubt’ Performance to Yankee Stadium: 8 Best Moments
Jay-Z put on a masterclass show, with appearances from Beyoncé, Blue Ivy and Nas, for day-one fans at the first of three nights at Yankee Stadium.
Culture
Jay-Z review – rap legend dazzles New York City with lavish spectacle, sharp bars and Beyoncé
Yankee Stadium, New York City The rapper celebrates 30 years of his classic debut album Reasonable Doubt with eye-popping visuals and special guests in a love letter to hip-hop culture The beauty of watching Jay-Z live is more than just watching him calmly spit bars that effortlessly prove why his career has been this long and brilliant; it’s also the complex but lovely feeling of watching an audience (and the artist himself) relive the past. It’s almost unfathomable that 30 years ago, Jay-Z was starting out as a relatively unknown rapper from Brooklyn chronicling his life as a hustler. Quite possibly the greatest pure MC of all-time – encompassing flow, patience, humor, live ability and his taste as an auteur – Jay built a career on restrained tales of wide-eyed dreams and braggadocious stanzas about financial gain. His 1996 debut album, Reasonable Doubt, was the start of that career, a
Culture
Jay-Z’s Yankee Stadium Night One Setlist: Every Song Played at the First Show
The star-studded affair included appearances by Beyoncé, Blue Ivy Carter, Nas, Alicia Keys and more.
Science
Journalists Discuss Raw-Milk Marketing, Extreme Heat, Opioid Settlement Spending
KFF Health News journalists made the rounds on national and local media recently to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.
News
Judge tosses remnants of Proud Boys seditious conspiracy case after Trump's broad clemency
A federal judge has dismissed the remnants of the government’s landmark case against far-right Proud Boys members who were convicted of seditious conspiracy
Global
Judge tosses remnants of Proud Boys seditious conspiracy case after Trump's broad clemency
The judge who presided over the Proud Boys leaders' trial saw no basis to preserve the convictions after Trump's sweeping act of clemency last year.
Technology
Karlovy Vary Film Fest Awards Go to ‘Fruit Gathering,’ ‘The Guest,’ ‘Lover, Not a Fighter’ and ‘Incinerator’
Juliette Binoche was honored with the Crystal Globe Award at the closing ceremony, while Jeffrey Wright received the President's Award as the star-studded Czech fest's double anniversary edition wrapped.
Technology
Karlovy Vary: ‘3 Weeks After’ Wins Europa Cinemas Label Award
The film from Serbian writer-director Miroslav Terzić, exploring peer violence, "urges us to truly hear young people, be there for them and not look away," the jury said.
Technology
Karol G Creates Tropicoqueta-Themed Cocktail for Her TropiTour & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Plus, Shakira surpasses Taylor Swift on Spotify, and a star-studded telethon rallies aid for Venezuela.
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Karolina Muchova v Linda Noskova: Wimbledon 2026 women’s singles final – live
Women’s singles final updates, start from 4pm BST You can now follow us on TikTok | And email Katy And the Press Association’s report on the doubles double for Patten and Heliovaara: Britain’s Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara won the Wimbledon men’s doubles title with a 7-6 (7/4), 7-6 (7/3) victory over Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic in Saturday’s final. Top seeded Patten and Heliovaara have now won three Grand Slam doubles titles together, having previously triumphed at Wimbledon in 2024 and the Australian Open last year. It feels somehow fitting that at the end of one of the most open women’s singles events in history, two Czech players should find themselves fighting it out for the biggest title in the game. Saturday’s clash between Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova is the first all-Czech Wimbledon final, but it is also the latest example of a long line of Czech players who have fou
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Kristin Juszczyk’s Elevated MLB Collab Comes Just in Time for the 2026 All-Star Game
Baseball team apparel has entered a league of its own thanks to MLB's growing roster of premium brand partners.
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Lady in Red: Kate Middleton Is Easy to Spot in Roland Mouret Peplum Dress at Wimbledon Women’s Finals
The Princess of Wales took her seat in the stands to watch Saturday's Ladies' Singles Final.
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Landmark US housing bill becomes law despite Trump protest
The president had wanted voter ID legislation passed before the housing law, which aims to reduce costs and increase supply.
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Legendary Television City may be sold in further blow to Hollywood
Legendary Television City may be be sold in further blow to Hollywood
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Linda Nosková Wins Wimbledon Women’s Final in This Unexpected Brand
The Czech champion wasn't wearing Nike, Adidas or On.
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Madonna Dances Toward History With 13th U.K. No. 1 Album for ‘Confessions II’
Sienna Spiro also lands the biggest British debut of 2026 so far.
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Mali and Algeria reopen airspace and reinstate ambassadors, ending a yearlong rift
Mali and Algeria have reopened their airspace and reinstated ambassadors, ending a diplomatic rift that began over a year ago
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Martha Lillard, last US polio patient using iron lung, dies at 78 in Oklahoma
Martha Lillard, the last U.S. polio patient using an iron lung, has died at 78 in Oklahoma
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Meet the 11-Year-Old Actress Leading Netflix’s New Take on ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Alice Halsey stars as the Laura Ingalls in the streamer’s adaptation of the beloved novels.
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Meta appeals landmark jury verdict that found it to blame for social media addiction
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, is appealing the verdict of a landmark social media addiction lawsuit in Los Angeles
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Meta ditches Muse Image AI feature because it ‘misses the mark’ on users’ privacy
Meta was criticised for feature launched on Tuesday that automatically lets users generate images using content from public Instagram accounts Meta has said it is discontinuing an AI feature launched this week that allowed users to generate images using public Instagram accounts, after drawing widespread criticism over privacy concerns, including from a Hollywood union. “Our intent was to provide a useful creative tool and to give people control over whether their public content could be referenced in this way,” Meta said in a statement. Continue reading...
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Meta pulls new AI image feature after days of backlash
Meta's release this week of an AI feature that let people alter Instagram content drew swift blowback.
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Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US
The builder got up every morning long before dawn, left home to pick up his construction crew and then headed out to work on yet another house somewhere across the sprawl of Houston
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Michael Jordan’s Classic Air Jordan 11 Is Getting a Brand New ‘Space Jam’ Colorway for the Film’s 30th Anniversary
Yet another 'Space Jam'-themed sneaker is added to the holiday 2026 release lineup.
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Michael Jordan’s Original Air Jordan 16 Is Coming Back for the First Time Ever
The return of the "Ginger" colorway after more than 25 years.
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Missouri flooding leaves one dead, while rescuers helicopter more than 200 to safety at summer camp
Several other states also faced the potential for severe thunderstorms and flash flooding as the slow moving storms moved southward.
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Missouri flooding: Campers rescued after building collapses into floodwaters
The governor of Missouri has declared a state of emergency on Friday in response to flash flooding in central, south-central and southeastern parts of the state.
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Mitch McConnell mystery deepens as health questions remain unanswered
Senator’s office has released only sparse details about hospital stay, leaving fevered speculation to fill vacuum Mystery surrounding Senator Mitch McConnell’s health is deepening as the US Congress prepares to return from recess next week. McConnell, 84, has not been seen in public since he was admitted to hospital in the Washington area on 14 June. Nearly a month later, the Kentucky Republican’s office has released only sparse updates, saying he is “continuing to improve” and remains engaged with Senate business, while refusing to disclose the nature of his illness or explain why he remains hospitalised. Continue reading...
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More than 1 million evacuated Typhoon Bavi hits China
It was the second typhoon in a week to impact China in just over a week.
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More than 200 people at a summer camp helicoptered to safety as Missouri faces flooding
With nearby roads washed away and more rain in the forecast, the children were trapped at Camp Taum Sauk in the small southeastern community of Lesterville, according Sgt. Eddie Young with the state's highway patrol.
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More than 40 kidnapped children and teachers freed after Nigerian army operation
"I feel happy and elated… I feel joy," the head of the local teachers' union tells the BBC.
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New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One reporting, newspaper says
The New York Times reports the Trump administration has subpoenaed several of its journalists after their report over security concerns with the new Air Force One
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New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns
The subpoenas seek to force the reporters to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan next week, the Times said, adding that federal agents delivered some subpoenas to the reporters at their homes.
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New dinosaur species as long as cricket pitch discovered in Thailand
The plant-eating dinosaur, named Uragasaurus kalasinensis, is thought to have lived about 150 million years ago.
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New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers
While the legislation is aimed at least partly at addressing affordability, experts say the benefits of the measure will take time to show up in the market.
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Nigeria says army has killed 300 bandits in north-western state of Zamfara
Vigilantes also took part in the fight that raged all night and the following morning, residents say Nigerian soldiers killed more than 300 members of kidnapping and cattle bandit gangs in the north-western state of Zamfara this week, according to a government official. Government troops targeted the gangs in Gummi district in a two-day operation that “led to the elimination of more than 300 terrorists”, Zamfara’s information commissioner, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa, said in a statement. Continue reading...
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Nintendo’s Talking Flower got a small price cut
If you’re the type of person who could always use a little extra positive affirmation, or you have a weakness for weird gadgets, the Talking Flower might be of interest. I’m only kind of serious. The toy is based on a character from Super Mario Bros. Wonder that guides Mario through levels with quippy, whimsical […] If you’re the type of person who could always use a little extra positive affirmation, or you have a weakness for weird gadgets, the Talking Flower might be of interest. I’m only kind of serious. The toy is based on a character from Super Mario Bros. Wonder that guides Mario through levels with quippy, whimsical remarks. It’s a little weird that it even exists, but, then again, this is the company that made Alarmo . The Talking Flower debuted for $34.99, but it got a small price reduction at Amazon and Walmart . It’ll instead cost you $29.99 to buy the cute talking toy.
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Norway vs. England: Where to Watch the World Cup Quarterfinal Match Online
The knockout round matchup will be held at Miami Stadium on Saturday, July 11.
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Not More, Just Better: A Guide to the Swedish Philosophy of Lagom
“It’s not about extreme productivity; it’s about mental sustainability,“ says psychologist Lara Ferreiro of the Scandinavian practice.
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One runner gored in the face at Spain's San Fermin bull run festival
One runner has been gored in the face and many more were fortunate to not be seriously injured during a chaotic bull run at Spain’s San Fermin festival on Saturday
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Oregon Attorney General Drops Motion to Delay Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
The Oregon attorney general’s office has withdrawn its motion to delay the closing of the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, according to a filing submitted Friday in the Multnomah County Circuit Court in Portland, Ore. The deal could close as soon as July 22, though several states, including Oregon and California, are investigating whether the $111 billion […]
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Oregon’s Attorney General withdraws effort to delay Paramount and Warner Bros. merger
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield had been seeking documents from Paramount related to its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Rayfield also asked a state circuit court judge to delay the closing of the deal by 60 days so that his office could review the documents. But according to Deadline and Variety, he's now dropped his […] Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield had been seeking documents from Paramount related to its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Rayfield also asked a state circuit court judge to delay the closing of the deal by 60 days so that his office could review the documents. But according to Deadline and Variety , he's now dropped his civil investigative demand for the records. Obviously, Paramount is pleased with Rayfield's decision to withdraw his request, but the AG's office isn't exactly satisfied with the outcome. Jenny Hansson, communications director for
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Patti LuPone’s Gay Cruise Ship Blocked (Again) From Entering Egypt
On July 2, the Tony Award winner shared that the cruise was turned away by Turkey.
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Peter Van Norden, Actor in ‘Police Academy 2’ and ‘The Stand,’ Dies at 75
Peter Van Norden, a frequent character actor in films including “Police Academy 2,” and TV projects including “The Stand,” died Thursday in California, his son Robert confirmed on Instagram. He was 75. Born in New York, Van Norden graduated Colgate University and started out onstage in plays including “Measure for Measure,” “A Country Scandal” and […]
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Peter Van Norden, ‘Police Academy 2’ Actor, Dies at 75
Van Norden had an extensive stage career, appearing in various Broadway, off-Broadway and regional productions
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Polish PM pledges memorial to victims of WW2 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists'
Warsaw and Kyiv have for decades been at loggerheads over the killings of many thousands of civilians during World War Two.
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Prince Harry talks grief, stress and loss in final event of UK trip
The Duke of Sussex rounded off his visit by meeting bereaved children and young people - and doing yoga with goats.
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Pubs can stay open for full Norway game - even if kick-off delayed
The extended hours means fans can watch the entire game, even if the start is delayed.
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Quarter‑final turns into endurance test as England meet heat‑hardened Norway
Alongside high temperatures as England face Norway in Miami, there is a risk of thunderstorms, especially near the start of their World Cup quarter-final.
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RSPB buys 'magical' 96-hectare landscape to reconnect habitats
The move will help conservationists in Gallt-y-bere to protect internationally important habitats.
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Rapidly growing wildfire in Los Angeles County prompts evacuations in remote high desert
A fast-spreading blaze has prompted evacuations in a sparsely populated area of Los Angeles County
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Reading Festival applies for main stage music on a fourth day
Wednesdays and Thursdays are seen as warm-up days ahead of the main Reading Festival weekend.
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Record Industry Proposes Adding Labels to AI-Generated Music
"These labels will provide an immediately understandable and easily scalable approach to transparency," RIAA and other companies say of initiative
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Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start
The Chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg she will be handing over a stable economy to the incoming PM.
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Rep. Khanna says he was 'detained' by Israeli settlers, IDF during West Bank visit
Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna said he was briefly "detained" by Israeli settlers during his visit to a West Bank village on Wednesday.
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Rep. Ro Khanna says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank
A representative for Khanna, a California Democrat who is an outspoken progressive, said the confrontation occurred Wednesday in the middle of a three-day tour of the West Bank.
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Reviving SAT requirements won’t fix California’s university admissions problems
In college admissions in California, the real quandary isn’t about requiring the SAT. It’s about how to select applicants when they all seem to be exceptional.
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Robot swans, giant keyboards and dancing mirrorball people: Illuminate Adelaide – in pictures
The annual winter festival on Kaurna Country celebrates light, art, music and technology and runs until 19 July Continue reading...
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Russian attacks kill 6, wound 29, as Ukrainian forces target oil tankers
Ukraine says it hit 21 tankers, four tugboats, two cargo ships and a dredge.
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Safe from AI: which jobs will help you thrive in the future?
Experts say there will still be opportunities ahead in everything from teaching to hotels and the law Entering the world of work often brings some uncertainty, but now there is another question: how can I AI-proof my career? We asked people from across various industries what they think the impact of AI will be on careers, and which jobs may be less affected. While it is still early days for the tech, many had ideas about how you can best prepare yourself for a successful career in this new world. Continue reading...
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Searching for acceptance: How the World Cup drove Mexican Americans back to their roots
Mexico's exuberant co-hosting of the World Cup and its team's performance on the pitch have many looking south for comfort.
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See Charli XCX Debut ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Songs at Brooklyn Gig
Clairo, Kim Petras, and Underscores also joined singer onstage at intimate Music Hall of Williamsburg show
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Should Argentina take Messi off penalties?
Lionel Messi keeps rewriting World Cup history, but after his latest miss from the spot, should Argentina hand penalty duties to someone else?
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Six-hour polygraphs, forced reassignments: inside homeland security’s campaign of fear
The ruthless gutting and reforming of the Department of Homeland Security has traumatized both workers and the most vulnerable immigrants Federal officials tasked with implementing the Trump administration ’s “mass deportation” program faced an extraordinary campaign of intimidation inside the Department of Homeland Security during the final months of Kristi Noem ’s tenure and the arrival of her successor, a Guardian investigation found. Over the past four months, the Guardian spoke with more than three dozen current and former Department of Homeland Security officials who described a climate of fear driven by Trump loyalists in senior positions, who sidelined or removed career officials who raised concerns about possibly illegal acts, and threatened termination or arrest in order to stop dissent. Several have also claimed they were subjected to polygraph examinations conducted by US mil
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Small plane crash in Bahamas kills 10 people
The country's prime minister called the crash, on the country's independence day, a tragedy.
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South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup.
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Spain battles to contain one of its deadliest wildfires as at least 12 killed
At least four Britons are believed to be among the victims of the blaze, which left another 23 people missing.
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T. rex could become most expensive fossil ever - but it's a problem for scientists
A 67 million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex will go on sale in New York with a pre-sale value of $30m.
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TIS Studios Expands Bogotá Production Hub With New 18,300-Square-Foot Soundstage (EXCLUSIVE)
TIS Studios has opened Stage 7, a new 18,300-square-foot soundstage at its Bogotá production complex, increasing its capacity to accommodate large-scale international film and TV productions in Colombia. Standing 40 feet high, the facility is described as Colombia’s largest soundstage and one of the biggest in Latin America. The launch marks the latest expansion of […]
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Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Paid ‘Over $160,000’ for NYC Wedding Permit, Mayor Zohran Mamdani Says
What did the couple have to pay to host their wedding in the thick of New York City?
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Taylor Swift Joins Travis Kelce at His Former Teammate’s Wedding One Week After Their Own
The newlyweds were spotted at the wedding of the NFL's JuJu Smith-Schuster, who previously played for the Chiefs, and Laura Kruk on Friday (July 10).
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The Barely-There Hiking Sandal Is the Official Shoe of the Summer
Skimpy sandals with thin soles and just a little string are the new hot footwear choice of the summer.
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The Hay Wain arrives in Suffolk for first time in history
Despite depicting a Suffolk scene, the famous painting has never been in the county until now.
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The Hip New Thing in Street Style? It’s Hanging from Your Waist
Hip hip hooray! Belt charms abound on the fashion week streets, particularly at the spring 2027 menswear shows.
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The Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice Novak Djokovic Brought to Wimbledon 2026
When playing against Jannik Sinner, Serbian World No. 1 Novak Djokovic was spotted with the tiny seeds in his ears, used as part of the acupressure technique.
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The U.S. stock market is becoming ‘too big to fail’
Why protracted bear markets may be a thing of the past.
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The ad machine: how David Beckham conquered America
The former England midfielder is everywhere at this World Cup, having reached a popularity in the US other Britons have rarely achieved Watch US television for any length of time and the endless spume of adverts will eventually separate into three distinct types. The first are adverts for units of generic food-substance, each one essentially the same hand-sized grenade of glossy and salted microminced matter; but each also with its own industrialised repertoire of colours and noise and packaging required to dress it as a distinct genre of actual human food. Try the delicious new Flame Sauced Philly Cheese Taco Wing Waffle Dog Deep Dish MegaDeath Burger Grenade-Shaped Eat Thing. You won’t be disappointed. Or you will be. Whatever. Continue reading...
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The best states to live in for 2026: No. 1 has a six-year winning streak
Return to office mandates and a decline in remote work have companies looking more closely at the quality of life in the place where they establish offices.
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The perfect kit for all your tiny repairs
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 135, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, crank the AC, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about cold plunges and Colson Whitehead and the food truck mafia, […] Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 135, your guide to the best and Verge -iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, crank the AC, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage .) This week, I've been reading about cold plunges and Colson Whitehead and the food truck mafia , finally getting to the theater to see Obsession , watching The Agency because it's apparently everyone's favorite underrated show, nodding sadly to Adam Conover's video about the death of sitcoms , making a lot of noises during the Dune: Part Three trailer , testin
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These are America’s 10 worst states to live in for 2026
Some states may have low costs and light regulation, but high crime and lack of healthcare are among important factors when people choose where to live.
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These underperforming trades could yield big returns over next six months
ETF Action's Mike Akins is encouraging investors to boost exposure to groups that underperformed compared with major artificial intelligence stocks.
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Tributes paid to TV presenter Dermot Murnaghan
The former BBC, ITV and Sky News journalist has died after revealing he had stage four prostate cancer.
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Trump Accounts: Who is eligible, how $1,000 deposits work and how to open one
Trump Accounts officially launched in July, introducing a new tax-deferred investing option for children. Here are the key features.
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Trump administration rolls back a key protection for imperiled wildlife
The Trump administration has finalized a rule that changes how agencies enforce the Endangered Species Act
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Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over new Air Force One reporting
Outlet said journalists subpoenaed to testify before grand jury after story detailed security concerns with Qatar-gifted plane The Trump administration has issued subpoenas to several New York Times journalists after the newspaper reported on security concerns with the president’s new plane, according to the outlet . The Times said its journalists were subpoenaed on Friday by the US justice department to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan five days later, marking the latest effort by the Trump White House to compel testimony from journalists under the threat of penalty. Agents delivered some of the subpoenas to the Times reporters at their homes, the paper added. Continue reading...
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Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save their crumbling deal
President Donald Trump overnight made threats on social media of further missile attacks against Iran, after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw open calls for the U.S. leader's killing.
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Trump justice department threatens criminal charges against state election officials unless they provide voter rolls – live
Assistant attorney general for DOJ’s civil rights division claims she sent letters threatening ‘potential criminal penalties’ to election officials in every US state this week Sign up for the Breaking News US email The Trump administration plans to erect new fences outside the White House, in the latest bid to boost presidential security, the Washington Post (paywall) reports , citing three people who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to publicly discuss the plans. According to the people, the White House and Secret Service would be able to close the new fences, planned where Pennsylvania Avenue intersects 15th and 17th streets NW, and prevent pedestrian access in front of the White House if they determine there are security risks. Continue reading...
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Trump slashes wildlife protections, putting endangered California animals at risk
The Trump administration rolled back the Endangered Species Act on Friday, slashing protections to the habitats of endangered species and paving the way for more drilling and mining.
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Trump threatens Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral saw open calls for his killing
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened Iran after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw open calls for his killing
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Trump-appointed judge dismisses seditious conspiracy case against Proud Boys
Judge says he’s granting request to dismiss prosecutions even though request is clearly based not on facts or the law A federal judge nominated by Donald Trump during his first term reluctantly agreed on Friday to grant the Department of Justice’s motion to dismiss the seditious conspiracy convictions against leaders of the Proud Boys who were convicted by a jury of serious crimes during the attack on the US Capitol by Trump supporters on 6 January 2021. The US district judge Timothy Kelly noted in a seven-page memorandum that the Proud Boy leaders Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs and Zachary Rehl were all convicted of multiple crimes, including seditious conspiracy, and a fourth member of the group, Dominic Pezzola, was convicted of assaulting an officer and “breaking a Capitol window, thereby helping to create the first entry point through which hundreds of rioters streamed into the buildin
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Twenty years of Chasing Cars: 'It's the song that took us to the whole world'
The band look back on their biggest hit, and explain why their new single with Kylie isn't a duet.
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Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China as more than 1 million are evacuated
Bavi previously brought strong winds and rain to Japan's southern islands and Taiwan. It was the second typhoon to impact China in just over a week's time.
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U.S. citizen working for humanitarian organization in Congo tests positive for Ebola
The CDC said it was working with the person's employer, U.S. agencies, the public health authorities and Congolese partners to prevent further transmission and identify close contacts.
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UK police make new arrest over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
Devon and Cornwall Police said the suspect was arrested more than 200 miles from the southwest England village where Widdecombe was found dead.
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UK police release man arrested over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
British police have released a 26-year-old man arrested in connection with the killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
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US Democrat Ro Khanna says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers
Khanna, 49, was visiting the occupied West Bank when he was held for 90 minutes, he says.
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US congressman says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank
Ro Khanna said settlers were armed with US-made weapons and Israel Defense Forces refused to intervene The US congressman Ro Khanna says armed Israeli settlers detained him during a visit to the Israel -occupied West Bank recently, describing the experience as a first-hand view of the realities faced by Palestinians living under occupation. In an interview with Reuters on Thursday from a Palestinian village, the progressive US House Democrat from California said his detention happened the previous day while his delegation visited an area of the southern West Bank that has experienced repeated attacks by Israeli settlers. Continue reading...
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US pays out $3m to victims of mystery Havana Syndrome condition reported by spies
US officials and diplomats and their families began reporting a mysterious illness a decade ago.
Culture
Up, up and away: balloons take flight over Mildura – in pictures
A spectacular display of hot air balloons kicked off the annual Balloons over Mildura festival in regional Victoria Continue reading...
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Venezuela quake death toll passes 4,300 as scale of recovery effort looms large
Nearly 17,000 injured and thousands more listed as missing amid calls by president Delcy Rodríguez and UN for financial help The death toll in Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes has passed 4,300, the government said on Saturday. At least 4,333 people were killed and 16,740 injured in the back-to-back quakes on 24 June that flattened entire districts in the coastal state of La Guaira, the Venezuelan parliament chief, Jorge Rodríguez, wrote on Telegram. Thousands more people are listed as missing. Continue reading...
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Village in shock as 'horrific' Ann Widdecombe murder case unfolds
The residents of a tiny Devon village are left in shock after the death of Ann Widdecombe.
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WATCH: China touts first reusable rocket booster
China says it has successfully returned a reusable rocket booster, marking a major breakthrough in space technology.
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WATCH: Comedian Jeff Arcuri on his new Netflix stand-up special and working crowds
ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with comedian Jeff Arcuri on his new Netflix stand-up special, his rise through Tik Tok and his unique ability to work a crowd.
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WATCH: Pentagon releases new trove of eerie UFO files
The Pentagon has released eerie new videos and images showing more of what the government calls "unidentified anomalous phenomena," or a UAP - commonly referred to the public as a UFO.
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Watch: 'We escaped Spanish wildfire, but our friends lost their lives'
Hundreds of firefighters in Spain have been battling a deadly wildfire in the south of the country.
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Wes Anderson's needle-drop genius gets its due at his Hollywood Bowl tribute
Anderson's score work is planned to exacting detail. But this three-night stand with Bill Murray, Beck, Jackson Browne and more was played in the spirit of the way fans revisit his beloved films.
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Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Try our postcode lookup
Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool
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White House entrance undergoing 'security enhancements and upgrades'
Security enhancements are underway on the North Portico of the White House, according to a White House official.
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White House taps the guy who keeps crying ‘aliens’ to run UFO group
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb will head the UAP Science Advisory Council established by the White House, the Pentagon, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the FBI, and "the intelligence community." The Council will provide scientific reports and advice to the UAP Governing Board, in an effort to "resolve the nature of UAP," or […] Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb will head the UAP Science Advisory Council established by the White House, the Pentagon, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the FBI, and "the intelligence community." The Council will provide scientific reports and advice to the UAP Governing Board, in an effort to "resolve the nature of UAP," or unidentified anomalous phenomena. On paper, Loeb's qualifications seem strong. And he's surrounded himself with a team from a variety of backgrounds. The Council includes not only physicists, bu
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Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?
The White House has hailed the project as giving new generations a stake in the American dream, but the scheme has its critics.
Culture
Women Are Being Ghosted By Their Long-Term Boyfriends Now
“The disappearing boyfriend appears to be emerging as a fun new trend that straight women are having to endure,” writes Chanté Joseph, who spoke to multiple women who’d been ghosted by long-term partners.
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World Cup 2026: Norway v England buildup; Fifa to sell bits of MetLife pitch; Kane’s round of golf with Trump – live
⚽ All the latest updates as the quarter-finals continue ⚽ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Email us The brilliant Cold War Steve is back with the latest of his special World Cup 2026-themed collages. Look closely! More from Thomas Tuchel. Seize the day is his message. Continue reading...
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World Cup fans flock to In-N-Out, Erewhon and Trader Joe's for a taste of California
World Cup fans flock to In N Out, Erewhon and Trader Joes for a taste of Californian culture.
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YEONJUN, The Rolling Stones, Beyoncé & More: Which Is Your Favorite New Music Release This Week? Vote!
We also had new releases from Future, Suki Waterhouse, Teddy Swims, The Linda Lindas & Hayley Williams, Chris Lake & Tiga, and more.
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You don’t need that giant fork. These 20 grilling tools will actually upgrade your outdoor cooking game
If you’re looking to up your grilling skills this summer, investing in a handful of well-made essentials is all you need Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things Whether you’re firing up the grill for quick weeknight burgers or setting off on an all-day smoked barbecue, cooking outdoors is more enjoyable with the right tools. A good set of essentials can help you prep efficiently, nail the perfect medium rare without guessing and even speed up cleanup. But you don’t need one of those oversized grilling kits packed with a dozen gadgets built for looks, such as hulking tongs, and oversized grilling forks that pierce meat and spill juices. In reality, cooking outside requires many of the same tools you would use in your kitchen, so you’re better off investing in a handful of well-made essentials. After years of testing grills, griddles, smokers
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Yvonne Rainer, Trio A review: watching this thrilling performance for free feels like an enormous privilege
Tate Modern, London With this work, the choreographer changed the course of dance – and on its 60th anniversary, viewed by babies, tourists and passers-by, it’s as beguiling and hypnotic as ever At the back of the Turbine Hall, three people are dancing. If it weren’t for the vinyl dancefloor and the white line separating it from the audience, however, you might not immediately realise it. You could be forgiven for thinking that they were performing some idiosyncratic form of Tai chi or, if this were a different dancefloor, that they had taken rather too many drugs: one rolls around on the ground, another stretches his arms out wide, a third sinks to her haunches and touches her toes. All appear so enthralled by the actions of their own bodies as to be oblivious both to their partners onstage and the audience in front of them. This being Tate Modern on a Friday afternoon, that audience in
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‘A Happy Family’ Review: Anna Schinz’s Powerful Lead Performance Elevates a Confused Custody Drama
There is a more interesting story lurking within Jan-Eric Mack’s “A Happy Family” than the one actually being told. At times, the Swiss filmmaker teases the possibility that the conventional narrative shown thus far might break into a bold, daring twist. It’s a promise unfulfilled, however, and those glimpses of something thornier and more daring […]
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‘A brilliant reprieve, a unifying force’: America falls in love with World Cup
Packed stadiums, record TV viewers, and an outlet for joyous multiculturalism under attack by Trump – the tournament has taken the US by storm There were plenty of reasons to believe the US hosting the World Cup would be a disaster. In the year and a half leading up to the kick-off, Donald Trump had threatened to annex tournament co-host Canada, and to invade the other co-host, Mexico; he was at war with one of the tournament’s participants, Iran. Harsh travel restrictions were preventing fans from Senegal, Ivory Coast and Haiti from getting visas. Ticket prices were outrageous. Hotels weren’t filling up as promised. Fifa was introducing “hydration breaks” during games, allowing TV commercials in what appeared to be a shameless cash grab that threatened the flow of play. Continue reading...
Culture
‘A new consumer’: how weight-loss drugs are shaking up clothes shopping
As they slim down, UK and US users of GLP-1 jabs and pills are changing their spending habits – and their wardrobes Tell us: what does the new weight-loss pill mean for you? “I’m now at a point where I’m going to buy even more clothes,” says Hayley Grice, 50, from Shropshire, who has dropped seven sizes after starting on the GLP-1 weight loss jab Mounjaro two years ago. “I’m very happy with my physique right now.” Grice, the financial director of a business she set up with her husband, tried gastric bypass surgery in 2009, but put most of the weight back on, and had been between UK dress sizes 26 and 28 (US sizes 22 and 24) all her adult life. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Behind the Rain’ Explores Childhood Sexual Abuse in Striking Black and White
Chilean auteur Valeria Sarmiento and actress and producer Chamila Rodríguez discuss their Karlovy Vary competition film and the silence surrounding abuse in an interview at the Czech festival.
Technology
‘Behind the Rain’ Explores Childhood Sexual Abuse in Striking Black and White
Chilean auteur Valeria Sarmiento and actress and producer Chamila Rodríguez discuss their Karlovy Vary competition film and the silence surrounding abuse in an interview at the Czech festival.
Technology
‘Elle’ Bosses on Lexi Minetree’s Elle Woods Transformation and How the Late James Van Der Beek Rewrote His Character’s Ending
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains key plot details, including the ending, for “Elle,” now streaming on Amazon’s Prime Video. Where most showrunners spend the days before their series’ debut worrying whether audiences will tune in, and whether they’ll ultimately get renewed, “Elle” bosses Laura Kittrell and Caroline Dries had a different problem: navigating the press […]
Technology
‘Fruit Gathering’ Review: Two Working Women Chase Impossible Dreams and Desires in a Delicate Debut from Myanmar
Acts of kindness are few and far between in the punishing Myanmar textile factory where young San Kyi (Nandar Myat Aung) makes a meager living, hunched over a sewing machine. When new employee Theint (Nandar Myint Lwin) tells a white lie to cover for her after an unauthorized bathroom break, San Kyi’s face turns positively […]
Technology
‘I Will Find You’: Logan Browning on Sam Worthington Teaching Her How to Reload a Gun and the Show’s Wild Action Scenes: ‘I Can Hop Buildings, Didn’t You Know That?’
Logan Browning had just moved from Los Angeles to Atlanta when she was offered the role of FBI agent Sarah Greer in Harlan Coben’s latest Netflix hit series “I Will Find You.” “Maybe there’s something special in the water in Atlanta, because it all worked out,” Browning tells me over Zoom. Sarah is not just […]
Technology
‘It’s heartbreaking’: My brother claimed Social Security at 70. He died from cancer after one payment. Why wait to claim?
“I’ve always been a little skeptical of the government’s encouragement to delay claiming benefits.”
Technology
‘Lover, Not a Fighter’ Review: Freewheeling Slovak Charmer Charts a Sober (but Not Solemn) GenZ Romance
“I’m a lover, not a fighter / And I’m really built for speed,” sang Kinks frontman Ray Davies in at least one of the songs that shares a title with Slovakian writer-director Martina Buchelová’s hugely appealing first feature. The first half of that lyric is true of Andrej (Adam Kubala), the shambling 20-year-old protagonist of […]
Technology
‘Night Nurse’ Review: Two Perverts Join Forces in a Gloriously Deviant Oddity About a Caretaker Drawn Into Her Patient’s Grifting Games
From the moment we meet luxury nursing-home patient Douglas (Bruce McKenzie), we feel something is up. The knowing sparkle in his baby-blue eyes; his slender gold chain and tufts of chest hair poking out of his medical jammies; his low, measured drawl — is it the voice of a former player who knows his mind […]
Technology
‘Only Beautiful Things to Look At’ Review: A Handsome but Muffled Portrait of State-Sanctioned Cruelty
The fashions and furnishings of Czechoslovakia in the 1980s — the height of the state’s racist program of suppressing the Roma population through coerced sterilization — are painstakingly evoked in Slovakian filmmaker Ivan Ostrochovský’s “Only Beautiful Things to Look At.” But the film’s attractive yet oddly bloodless presentation gives the impression of a period drama […]
Technology
‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Star Miranda Hope Talks Music Debut and Shares a Season 5 Update
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the reality star reflects on MomTok's future after months of off-camera drama: "I see no reason why we can't survive past this."
Science
‘Spermageddon’: is the world facing a male reproductive crisis?
Reports of falling sperm counts and testosterone levels have fuelled fears over chemicals, pollution and modern lifestyles. But how much do scientists agree on what is affecting male fertility? The world is unwittingly walking into a male reproductive crisis, scientists warned this week as they presented data that revealed an apparent halving of average male testosterone levels over the past 50 years. “It is mind-blowing that testosterone has declined by 50%,” Prof Hagai Levine, who led the work, told the Guardian. “This is a lot. Wake up people. Wake up.” Continue reading...
Culture
‘‘It’s difficult for children to avoid the temptation of screens’: Soumayan Biswas’s best phone picture
The photographer was looking for inspiration near his home in West Bengal when he spotted a girl lying near a tangle of fishing nets In the Hooghly district of West Bengal, just a short walk from his home, photographer Soumayan Biswas found himself circling the edges of a large village pond, searching – as he often does – for “stories”. He remembers that the weather was “cloudy that day, and the wind was light”. It was the kind of muted afternoon when your attention is sharpened. The story appeared in the form of Sabana, a 12-year-old student lying beside a tangle of fishing nets. Biswas had never met her before and, while spending some time around her, was struck by how absorbed she was in her phone. Continue reading...