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'My buyers dropped their offer by £15,000 the day before exchange': Gazundering and how to avoid it
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2026-07-18
203 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Technology
'WarshGPT': How Wall Street is adapting to the Fed's new era of communication
Investment firms are readying for an era with less public commentary from the U.S. central bank. Some are relying on AI for an edge.
Technology
'Wham! concerts changed lives in China' - Ridgeley
A new documentary shows the impact Wham! had on people during their ground-breaking visit to China.
Technology
ANU accused of ‘hysterical’ response to students using AI to cheat as unis scramble to ‘secure’ assessments
Australia risks ‘shipping’ intellectual capability overseas if educational rigour not restored, experts warn Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast An academic at the Australian National University has accused it of a “hysterical” response to students using AI to cheat, as tertiary institutions rush to shore up the credibility of assessments. But a colleague warned Australia is in danger of “shipping our national intellectual capability” to companies in California and China if educational rigour is not restored. Continue reading...
Technology
Action Bronson’s Debut New Balance Signature Sneaker Is Available Early
The Baklava-branded New Balance 2811 just got an early release.
Technology
Air quality warnings remain in place across US as wildfire smoke continues to swathe country
Rain could alleviate conditions in mid-Atlantic and north-east, with World Cup final expected to go ahead on Sunday Warnings of dangerous conditions are expected to remain in place on Saturday across swathes of the US, amid uncertainty about where the heavy wildfire smoke swirling from the Canadian province of Ontario and the US state of Minnesota will head next. Some parts of the US mid-Atlantic and north-east regions will continue to endure poor air quality until Saturday afternoon, where there is a high chance of thunderstorms , which could bring some reprieve from the poor air but come with other risks like flash flooding and high winds. Meanwhile, parts of the midwest and Great Lakes regions will continue to see dangerous air quality. Continue reading...
Technology
All of the Guest Stars and Cameos on HBO Max’s ‘Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness’ (So Far)
From Barack Obama's opening cameo to Rob Reiner's poignant final screen role, HBO's sketch-comedy history lesson has stacked a deep bench — here's who's played who through episode four.
Bay Area
Amazon delivery companies lay off more than 150 people in the San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco is totally unprepared for the coming wealth tsunami.
Technology
Andrew Tate and Brother Tristan Arrested in Miami
Manosphere influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested by federal officers Saturday afternoon in Miami, according to AP. The charges against the brothers were not immediately made public. This isn’t the first time the Tate brothers have found themselves in cuffs. Back in 2022, the controversial media figures were arrested in Romania by anti-terrorism authorities […]
Technology
Angry about fraud or an unsafe product? Here’s how to file a federal complaint
It’s always worth lodging a complaint, despite government budget cuts, layoffs and the rollback of regulatory oversight It might feel right now like there’s no one looking out for US consumers. But a wide array of federal, state and local regulators and watchdogs are tasked with targeting company fraud and deception. If you have an intractable problem with a company, it is always worth filing a complaint to every relevant government office, consumer advocates say – despite government budget cuts, layoffs and the steady rollback of federal regulatory oversight. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) takes complaints on general product and service fraud and scams here . It often refers cases to other agencies and collaborates with states on investigations. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) handles complaints within the financial services industry, including credit scorers and non
Technology
Appeals court gives Trump temporary win in mail-in voting fight
A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., handed the Trump administration a temporary win on Friday in its attempt to increase federal oversight of elections.
Technology
Apple Music Raises Streaming Subscription Prices for First Time in Nearly Four Years
The service last raised prices in October 2022.
Technology
Ariana Grande Surprises Fans as Ty Dolla $ign Joins Eternal Sunshine Tour to Duet ‘Safety Net’
Grande invited Ty to the stage during her Brooklyn residency on Thursday
Culture
Australia’s Spilt Milk Festival Confirms 2026 Return
Last year's lineup was headlined by Kendrick Lamar and featured Doechii, Dominic Fike, Sara Landry, ScHoolboy Q, sombr, and more.
Technology
BAFTA Student Award Winners Include Young Filmmakers From Spain, France, China and America
This year's honorees were announced at a ceremony in Los Angeles on Friday night.
Culture
BTS’ ‘NORMAL’ Music Video Sets Spotify Single-Day Streaming Record
The song is the second single from the group's Billboard 200-topping album, ARIRANG .
Culture
Beauty Marks: The Best Beauty Looks of the Week
This week in celebrity beauty saw color come back in a big way—from Sienna Spiro’s sky-blue eyes to Alysa Liu’s striped up-do.
Technology
Between ‘Summer House’ and ‘In the City,’ Lindsay Hubbard Doesn’t Have Time to Slow Down
Hubbard is a busy woman, and that’s why she’s teamed up with Florastor in support of their new Digest + Skin Renew Probiotic to prioritize wellness amid the business in her personal and professional life.
Culture
Bonnie Tyler Fans Invited to Line the Streets in Wales for Final Farewell
The late “Total Eclipse of the Heart” singer will be honored with a celebration of life in Swansea before a private family service.
Technology
Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Has Epic Opening Day With $51 Million
“The Odyssey” didn’t need a Trojan Horse to break into the top of Friday’s box office charts. Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” earned $51 million on Friday from 3,919 North American screens. Early estimates had the saga grossing $90 million to $100 million by Sunday, but after a stellar opening day, forecasts have the film climbing […]
Global
Brad Pitt's children are dropping their dad's surname - here's why I did the same
Hannah had used her mother's maiden name on her social media for years before she legally made the change.
Global
Brazil's top court denies request for Argentina's Milei to visit Bolsonaro under house arrest
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has rejected a request from lawyers for former President Jair Bolsonaro for him to be visited under house arrest by Argentine President Javier Milei
Technology
Britain's Kerr breaks 27-year mile world record in London
Great Britain's Josh Kerr smashes the long-standing men's mile world record in a spectacular performance at the London Diamond League.
Technology
Burnham is 'people pleaser' with 'airy fairy' plans, says Kemi Badenoch
Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, the Conservative leader accused the incoming PM of not knowing "what the country's priorities are".
Global
Burnham to announce plans for new North Sea oil and gas drilling
Drilling has become a controversial topic for the Labour party after the 2024 manifesto pledged to not issue new licences.
Technology
Christopher Nolan Says It Will Be ‘At Least’ Three Years Until He Makes Another Movie After ‘The Odyssey’ Pushed the ‘Limits of My Own Stamina’
Christopher Nolan recently told “Today” that after giving it his all for “The Odyssey,” it will be “at least” three years until he makes another movie. “I definitely hit the limits of my own stamina and everybody’s stamina, I think,” Nolan said. “I mean, it’s ‘The Odyssey,’ of course it should be difficult. We’re not […]
Technology
Colman Domingo and Robert O’Hara in Talks to Write Live-Action Princess Tiana Movie
Emmy winner and Oscar nominee Colman Domingo and “Slave Play” director Robert O’Hara are in talks to write a live-action film about Princess Tiana from Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog.” The project, which is in very early stages at the studio, is an original idea inspired by the animated classic, 2009’s “The Princess and […]
Technology
Colman Domingo in Talks to Write Live-Action Princess Tiana Movie Inspired by ‘Princess and the Frog’
No deals have been closed for the take on the 2009 Disney film 'Princess and the Frog.'
Technology
Confused by ‘The Odyssey’? All the Timelines, Monsters and Greek Myths Explained
“The Odyssey” is one hell of a journey. Once again, director Christopher Nolan enlists a cast of A-list actors and jumbles timelines to tell his ambitious version of Odysseus’ journey from Homer’s “The Odyssey.” Set after the conclusion of the 10-year Trojan War, the story follows the hero Odysseus (Matt Damon) as he returns to […]
Global
Control, threats, disfiguring surgery: My life inside Jeffrey Epstein's 'cult'
"Anya" gives the BBC a rare account of how sex-criminal financier Epstein lured and abused his “assistants”.
Global
Cuba edges toward breakdown as power cuts and US meddling push society to brink
As Cuba swelters under six-month oil blockade imposed by US, tempers are fraying and unrest is growing When Cuba’s national grid collapses, as it did for the third time in 10 days on Tuesday, a collective groan spreads across its cities and people wonder, again, whether the island’s antiquated electricity system may soon become unrecoverable. The 777-mile Caribbean island of 9.5 million people has been sweltering under a six-month-long oil blockade imposed by the US, part of a pressure campaign to bring down its communist government. But the parlous state of Cuba’s infrastructure goes far further back. Continue reading...
Technology
Cut the number of choices you make each day. Your brain will thank you
The more choices you have, the better, right
Technology
Cybersecurity risks posed by over-the-air tech in autos has analysts concerned
The automotive industry's increasing use of over-the-air technology makes it more susceptible to cyberattacks, analysts say.
Global
Cyclospora: iceberg lettuce recalled in 27 states and more products may follow
Taylor Farms does not specify where products were served or sold, as US braces for weeks more of outbreak Taylor Farms recalled potentially contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce in 27 states on Friday, including lettuce distributed as recently as Thursday, as cases of cyclosporiasis continue rising in the US. The US is likely to see at least another two weeks of possible cases, since infections may have happened in recent days. And the expanding outbreak investigation could point to other products in coming days. Continue reading...
Global
Dangerous wildfire smoke impacting more than a dozen states
Dangerous wildfire smoke is impacting over a dozen states Saturday as air quality alerts span from the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes to the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
Global
Darline Graham's career centered disability. Now she could help shape national policy
To former colleagues and the disability advocates who have worked with her, there is little doubt in Darline Graham's capabilities.
News
David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin's Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers' backing
Gov. Tony Evers initially declined to endorse in the race but threw his weight behind Crowley and resuscitated his bid to lead the swing state known for razor-thin election margins.
Technology
Diamonds and 'cab to orbit': Rocket aiming to transform India's space ambitions takes off
India's first space-tech unicorn Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-1 on Saturday.
Technology
Doctors failed to spot my hidden condition for so long I was left permanently disabled
Actor Daneka Etchells is performing in a show which reflects her experiences of "medical gaslighting".
Global
Eye masks, cherry gel and an afternoon kiwi: Ezri Konsa, Katarina Johnson-Thompson and other top sports stars on how to get a good night’s sleep
The England defender wears a tracker, the heptathlete is experimenting with kiwi fruits – and world champion swimmer Adam Peaty swears by hours and hours of history videos … Katarina Johnson-Thompson Continue reading...
Global
False nines or firing forwards - England's potential life after Kane
Are England facing the prospect of using a false nine up front once record scorer Harry Kane calls time on his international career?
Technology
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin on two sports businesses his multibillion-dollar conglomerate won't enter
Fanatics has become one of the most influential companies in sports, building out a massive merchandise, collectibles and sports gambling platform.
News
Father and son arrested after holding 2 Forest Service workers at gunpoint
A father and son are expected to face federal kidnapping charges after they zip-tied two U.S. Forest Service employees and held them at gunpoint inside a trailer in Northern California near Mt
Technology
Fine, electric mountain bikes don’t suck
Cheater, I'd grumble between huffs as yet another e-bike rider casually skittered past me on a steep ascent. It's this purist attitude that, for years, has left me blind to one simple fact: electric mountain bikes are fun! My attitude adjustment came a few weeks ago, the very first time I rode an Amflow PX […] You don’t need a $10,000 Amflow PX Carbon Pro, but it doesn’t hurt. | Photo by Thomas Ricker / The Verge Cheater , I'd grumble between huffs as yet another e-bike rider casually skittered past me on a steep ascent. It's this purist attitude that, for years, has left me blind to one simple fact: electric mountain bikes are fun! My attitude adjustment came a few weeks ago, the very first time I rode an Amflow PX Carbon Pro fitted with the incredibly compact, lightweight, and powerful M2S motor from Avinox, a new DJI offshoot that has incumbents like Bosch and Specialized on edg
Technology
First death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A Legionnaires’ disease patient has died from the outbreak in New York City’s Upper East Side neighborhood
Technology
First death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
Investigators are still trying to pinpoint the source of the outbreak on Manhattan's Upper East Side that has infected at least 67 people and hospitalized dozens, according to city Health Department data.
Global
Flash flood warnings strike north-east US amid wildfire smoke from Canada
Poor air quality from wildfires continues to plague New York City as several neighborhoods hit by thunderstorms Saturday is delivering a double dose of dangerous weather across the north-eastern US, with smoky skies from Canadian wildfires giving way to severe thunderstorms that have already triggered a flash flood warning as torrential rain pounds parts of the region. After a brief break on Friday, smoke from the wildfires moved back into New York City and surrounding communities on Saturday, sending air quality back into unhealthy levels . Continue reading...
Markets
Forget gasoline: Why the price surge in this under-the-radar fuel is the real threat to the U.S. economy
As investors fret about gasoline, diesel prices have been rising and are threatening to cause even more economic destruction.
Technology
Freddy Cannon, Rocker Whose Late ’50s and Early ’60s Hits Included ‘Palisades Park’ and ‘Tallahassee Lassie,’ Dies at 89
Freddy Cannon, a veteran of the early rock scene whose hits of the late ’50s and early ’60s included the top 10 hits “Palisades Park,” “Tallahassee Lassie” and “Way Down Yonder in New Orleans,” died Friday at 89. A representative said Cannon, who lived in Oxnard, California, died at a hospice facility after very recently […]
Global
German politician resigns over surrogacy child controversy
Jens Spahn faced criticism over his use of a surrogate, a ban on which he previously backed.
Global
Gianni Infantino unlikely to face IOC sanctions over Balogun red card scandal
Donald Trump spoke to Fifa president before ban lifted Human rights body FairSquare sent complaint to IOC Gianni Infantino is poised to escape without sanction after complaints he breached rules on political neutrality in his dealings with Donald Trump over the Folarin Balogun affair. The International Olympic Committee this week received a formal complaint from the human rights organisation FairSquare regarding Infantino’s conduct after Trump revealed he had called the Fifa president asking him to review Balogun’s ban from the USA’s last-16 tie against Belgium . The ban was subsequently suspended for 12 months after an unprecedented ruling from Fifa’s disciplinary committee. Continue reading...
Technology
GoPro’s discounted Max 2 bundle includes $100 worth of accessories
A 360-degree camera is a great way to ensure you capture every bit of the action, but prices tend to be on the high end for models worth your attention. That’s why it’s notable that the GoPro Max 2 accessory bundle is discounted to $369 at Amazon (a dollar more at Best Buy and GoPro). […] The GoPro Max2 can use your earbuds as a microphone over Bluetooth. A 360-degree camera is a great way to ensure you capture every bit of the action, but prices tend to be on the high end for models worth your attention. That’s why it’s notable that the GoPro Max 2 accessory bundle is discounted to $369 at Amazon (a dollar more at Best Buy and GoPro ). The bundle is stuffed for being just $70 more than the base camera , containing everything you need to shoot the best angles during all-day adventures. The capable camera can shoot 360-degree 8K video at 30 frames per second, or 180-degree 4K video
Technology
Google is open-sourcing its 3D emoji
Now, if you want to, you can use Google's 3D emoji in your own creations. The company shared some details about how it went about designing the little pictograms and why, as part of World Emoji Day on Friday. Things you might not necessarily worry about in a 2D illustration suddenly become very important when […] Now, if you want to, you can use Google's 3D emoji in your own creations. The company shared some details about how it went about designing the little pictograms and why, as part of World Emoji Day on Friday. Things you might not necessarily worry about in a 2D illustration suddenly become very important when you're talking about a 3D model. Is a smiley face a sphere? A mask? A flat disc? In addition to offering a behind-the-scenes look at Google's design process, it also announced that it would be completely open-sourcing the emoji set: We're handing over raw .OBJ files t
Technology
Gracie Abrams captures pain of early adulthood in new album - but you're left wanting more
The singer's third album is full of incisive, witty lyrics that are let down by muted production.
Culture
Grupo Firme Breaks Record at Mexico City’s GNP Seguros Stadium: 5 Best Moments
"Faced with a lack of visas to go to the U.S., we explored other possibilities, and the result has been magnificent,” the band's manager says.
Global
He made history in Congress - then the Supreme Court changed its mind
Residents say they're afraid that if Shomari Figures loses his seat, their federal-funding could disappear with him.
Culture
Here’s How to Watch ‘Descendants: Wicked Wonderland’ Online for Free
Starring Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker, the fifth Descendants film is available to stream.
Technology
Here’s Where to Watch FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Spain vs. Argentina Live Online for Free
The 23rd edition of the international soccer championship tournament final airs on July 19 — watch the match for free.
Technology
How Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Was Inspired by U2’s Sphere Residency: ‘F-cking Awestruck’
Metallica will kick off their Life Burns Faster residency at the Sphere Las Vegas in the fall
Markets
How a homegrown Chinese chip maker became the memory industry’s biggest wild card
As ChangXin Memory Technologies gears up for a breakout public listing, the chip maker is eyeing the turf held by Micron, SK Hynix and Samsung.
Technology
How are prediction markets taxed? The IRS hasn’t provided guidance yet
Experts say the lack of federal guidance makes it's unclear on how prediction markets winnings should be reported and levied.
Global
How did England players rate during the World Cup?
BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell assess how the Three Lions' players fared in North America.
Global
How to properly clean produce to help avoid the explosive diarrhea parasite cyclospora
From a powerful vegetable brush to a peeler I’ve owned for years, here are six kitchen tools that elevate the cleanliness of fruits and veggies Yeti Rambler v Owala FreeSip: which trendy water bottle actually deserves the hype? Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things With headlines swirling around the cyclospora outbreak – and during peak salad season, no less – you may be reexamining how to effectively clean your fruits and vegetables at home. The parasitic illness , which causes watery, explosive diarrhea, has affected thousands of people across the US, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expects the outbreak to continue through August. Health officials are reportedly looking at iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms supplied to Taco Bell as a possible source. Continue reading...
Global
Hungary's president agrees to stand down after parliament backs removal
Tamás Sulyok, seen as an Orbán loyalist, had until Saturday night to agree to end his term.
Global
Hungary’s president agrees to stand down after law change ends his term
Tamás Sulyok signed the constitutional amendment that cited ‘serious loss of confidence’ in him as leader Hungary’s president, Tamás Sulyok, has agreed to step down after signing a constitutional amendment passed by the ruling Tisza party of the prime minister, Péter Magyar. The amendment will end Sulyok’s term immediately, citing society’s “serious loss of confidence” in a leader elected in early 2024 by lawmakers from the former prime minister Viktor Orbán’s nationalist Fidesz party. Continue reading...
Culture
I Never Miss the Nordstrom Beauty Sale—These Are the Deals I’d Shop First
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is back, and runs through ends on August 9. Shop Nordstrom’s beauty sale for discounted, Dyson, Therabody, Higherdose and more.
Global
Indian activist on hunger strike for 20 days forcibly taken to hospital
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has now begun an indefinite fast in Sonam Wangchuk's place.
Culture
Indian police forcibly hospitalize a prominent Cockroach Party activist on hunger strike
Authorities have forcibly transferred activist Sonam Wangchuk to a hospital in New Delhi after his health deteriorated during a 20-day hunger strike
Markets
Iran Renews Attacks on Gulf States After Another Night of US strikes
Iran launched more attacks on Washington’s Gulf allies on Saturday after a seventh straight night of U.S. strikes targeting Iranian military sites including logistics facilities, escalating the war one week after a ceasefire fell apart. Kuwait came under sustained attack, …
Global
Iran executes a man convicted of killing a security force member during 2022 protests
Iranian authorities have executed a man convicted of killing a security force member during 2022 protests
Global
Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as the two exchange attacks
Iran says it has suspended its commitments under an interim deal with the U.S. as the countries have exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites
Global
Israeli ministers announce plans for new illegal settlements in Gaza and West Bank
Defence minister seeks three ‘Nahal’ outposts in Gaza as top commander says Israel now controls 65% of the strip, violating Trump ceasefire deal Israel’s defence and finance ministers announced plans for three illegal settlements in Gaza and more than $400m (£300m) in funding to expand construction in the occupied West Bank, as Israel’s military commander for the region celebrated violent outposts as his “security partners”. With national elections scheduled for 27 October, Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition is racing to expand control of land in occupied Palestine and drive out Palestinians before its mandate expires. Continue reading...
Markets
I’m 67, own two homes outright worth $2.8 million, but I have $19,000 in credit-card debt. Should I get a HELOC?
“My son was recently diagnosed with lymphoma, which may be related to burn-pit exposure during his military service in Afghanistan.”
Technology
Jelly Roll Goes to San Quentin for New Video ‘Hands Up’
"Truly one of the most special things I’ve ever had the opportunity to do," singer says of shooting visual at same California prison that Johnny Cash performed at
Technology
Jim Parsons was ‘Miserable’ During Peak ‘Big Bang Theory’ Popularity: ‘I Wouldn’t Do That Again and For Any Amount of Money’
Jim Parsons recently told the “All Out with Jon Dean” podcast (via People) that he was “miserable” during the height of his long-running TBS sitcom “The Big Bang Theory.” “I look back now and realize that there were many ways, at some of the best moments of my life, I was miserable,” Parsons said. “I […]
Technology
Joe Caldwell, ‘Dark Shadows’ Writer, Dies at 97
Joe Caldwell, a writer known for his work on the original “Dark Shadows” TV series, died Monday following a stroke. He was 97. The news was confirmed by Bob Issel, who frequently hosts “Dark Shadows” fan events. “Joe had just signed a handful of his memoirs for me three weeks ago back on June 20th. […]
Technology
John Kirby, Acting Coach and Son of Actor Bruce Kirby, Dies at 75
The brother of Bruno Kirby, he died Wednesday, three years after being diagnosed with ALS.
Technology
Josh Kerr Sprints to Fastest Mile Ever, Breaks World Record in This Brooks Shoe
The British runner smashed the world record, achieving the feat in 3:42.66.
Science
Journalists Dig Into HHS’ Covid Injury List, ACA Sign-Ups, and Telehealth
KFF Health News journalists made the rounds on national or local media recently to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.
Technology
Judge blocks South Dakota abortion advertising ban against nonprofit
A federal judge has ruled that South Dakota can't enforce its abortion advertising ban against a reproductive health nonprofit
Technology
Korean beauty products are becoming mainstream in the U.S. Why there may be even more growth ahead
Morgan Stanley forecasts that K-beauty sales in the U.S. can reach approximately $4 billion in 2026.
Global
Laos says it can't determine cause of tourist deaths linked to methanol
Officials say they have no evidence of poisoning over the 2024 deaths because autopsies were not conducted.
Technology
Larry David Mocks RFK Jr. by Saying ‘Drop Dead, Bobby’ in New HBO Show, Which Reunites ‘Curb’ Cast Except for Cheryl Hines
SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains spoilers for Episode 4 of “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America,” now streaming on HBO Max. Larry David weaponizes history to mock his former pal Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in his HBO sketch comedy show “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness.” In the […]
Culture
Leaks Spotted in New Museum Gallery with WangShui Work as NYC Braces for Floods
A spokesperson for the New Museum said that, “As soon as this leak was discovered, immediate steps were taken to address it and no artwork was harmed."
Global
Lib Dems urge FA and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa
Sir Ed Davey says Gianni Infantino and world football's governing body is "destroying the integrity of the beautiful game".
News
License revoked for boarding school where Paris Hilton says she was abused as teen
Utah has revoked another license for the boarding school where Paris Hilton said she was abused as a teenager
California
Lopez: The doctor who helped save her is in another state, and telemedicine follow-up is prohibited
"Thousands of cases" highlight barriers to interstate telemedicine care
Science
M 7.3 - 58 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico
PAGER - YELLOW ShakeMap - VII DYFI? - V Time 2026-07-17 14:48:39 UTC 2026-07-17 14:48:39 UTC at epicenter Location 14.604°N 92.952°W Depth 18.58 km (11.55 mi)
Global
Mali rebels ambush army convoy, killing or capturing scores of soldiers
Both the regional al-Qaida affiliate and separatist FLA claimed responsibility.
Culture
Martin Garrix Debuts U2 Collab ‘Fireflies’ With The Edge at Tomorrowland in Belgium
The DJ and rock icons previously teamed up on 2021’s "We Are the People."
Global
Massive fire destroys 100 homes in Norway and forces hundreds to evacuate
A major fire in southern Norway destroyed more than 100 homes and forced hundreds of people to evacuate the area
Culture
Matty Healy & Gabbriette’s Wedding Rehearsal, With a Cute Dip-Kiss, Spotted in Paparazzi Video
The 1975 star and his fiancée said the wedding celebration was just getting started in a clip ahead of the big day.
Bay Area
Meet Kimi K3, the newest Chinese AI model haunting Silicon Valley
Moonshot AI’s new open model is catching up to Anthropic and OpenAI, raising questions about the future of the AI race.
Global
Memphis rallies for progressive Democrat after four fatal shootings by taskforce: ‘Fight of our lives’
Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez and Ayanna Pressley join rally to support Justin Pearson’s bid for a seat in Congress More than a thousand people rallied for Justin Pearson, a Democratic state representative running for Congress, in the wake of four fatal shootings by members of the Memphis Safe Task Force over the last two months. Crowds packed New Direction Christian Church in the city’s Hickory Hill neighborhood in support of Pearson, who is running in the now-fractured ninth congressional district’s Democratic primary. Continue reading...
Global
Messi and Tom Brady in disbelief over 'prophetic' Lamine Yamal photo
Argentina's Lionel Messi says it is "crazy" to be facing Spain's Lamine Yamal in a World Cup final after being photographed with him as a baby.
Global
Mexico's president to attend World Cup final at Trump's invitation
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said late Friday she will attend Sunday’s World Cup final after an invitation from her U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump
Technology
More games should be on rails (literally)
It's been a good few weeks for games on rails. Nintendo's Star Fox remake wisely kept the tightly scripted, action-packed levels from Star Fox 64 largely the same, and they're still fun to fly through nearly 20 years later. Denshattack!, a new game from Undercoders, similarly features levels packed with carefully orchestrated sequences to great […] It's been a good few weeks for games on rails. Nintendo's Star Fox remake wisely kept the tightly scripted, action-packed levels from Star Fox 64 largely the same, and they're still fun to fly through nearly 20 years later. Denshattack! , a new game from Undercoders, similarly features levels packed with carefully orchestrated sequences to great effect. Except instead of flying through space as an unnervingly realistic anthropomorphic fox, you're flying - and flipping, and spinning, and grinding - through Japan while driving a blindingly
Global
Mother killed while asleep with baby ‘was my world’, sister tells BBC
Kirandeep Kaur, killed as she slept with her baby and husband, leaves behind a 'devastated' family in India.
Global
Mount Olympus, home of ancient Greek gods, is a candidate for the World Heritage List
Mount Olympus, the mythological home of ancient Greece’s 12 Olympian gods, may soon join UNESCO’s World Heritage List
Technology
My 2 a.m. ‘Odyssey’: Inside the Sold-Out, All-Night Screening of Christopher Nolan’s Epic
The weather was mythical. Ninety-something degrees in Manhattan, with Canadian wildfire smoke painting the sky a hazy orange. It smelled like a barbecue of rotten onions; the air was a spritz of acid to the eyes. “Stay inside,” warned the weather app. The gods hath forsaken us, I thought on the opening night of “The […]
Markets
My relative inherited money in her 80s. Will it affect her Social Security taxes or Medicare premiums?
“She lives a modest lifestyle.”
California
Nara Smith says 2-year-old daughter Whimsy's cancer is in remission
The content creator, known for making elaborate meals while wearing glamorous ensembles, tells her TikTok and Instagram followers that she and her husband have spent the last eight months processing their daughter's health battle.
Global
Natalie Imbruglia: ‘I forget the words to my own songs on stage. You’d be surprised how few people notice’
The singer on struggling with the English weather, a secret celebrity crush, and her terror of tinned spaghetti Born in Sydney, Australia, to an Italian father and Australian mother, Natalie Imbruglia, 51, joined the cast of Neighbours at the age of 17. In 1997, she released her debut album, Left of the Middle, which gave her the global hit single Torn. She releases her seventh studio album, Algorithm, on 4 September. She lives in Oxfordshire with her son. What is your greatest fear? As an Italian, tinned spaghetti. As a child, I was once served it at someone’s house. It was quite frightening. Continue reading...
Markets
Netflix is spending big money on sports. Is the company making the right bets?
The streaming service says live programming helps draw in new subscribers, but investors have become disillusioned with Netflix’s broader engagement trends.
Technology
Nike’s Futuristic Foamposites Are Coming Back in Camo for the First Time Ever
An official look and release details for the Air Foamposite Pro 'Green Camo.'
Science
Opinion: Beware the unintended consequences of testosterone screening for military servicemembers
“I fear that the widespread rollout of testosterone screening may lead to some surprising and unintended consequences,” writes a urologist who studies testosterone.
Science
Opinion: STAT readers on the value of primary care, obesity as a disease, and more
“The real opportunity is to move beyond policies and narratives that pit specialties against one another,” presidents of the AAFP, ACP, and AAP write.
Global
Over to you, Messi - Mbappe leads Golden Boot race for the ages
Kylian Mbappe leads the Golden Boot race by two goals but Lionel Messi could yet overtake him in the World Cup final.
Technology
Paris' Grand Mosque celebrates its 100th anniversary and interfaith dialogue
The Grand Mosque of Paris is celebrating its centenary, honoring Muslim soldiers from French colonies who fought in World War I
News
Paul Pelosi charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run over collision with parked car
Paul Pelosi has been charged with a misdemeanor hit-and-run after a collision earlier this month in California
Technology
Pop culture’s 'reverent irreverence': How artists blur irony, sincerity and religion
Indie artist Alex Cameron has sparked curiosity with a song about Jesus, blending humor and sincerity
Culture
Print! Pattern! Color! These Street Style Looks Answer the Age-Old Question: Can Clashing Be Tasteful?
A look at ways to tastefully clash, courtesy of Vogue's favorite street style stars.
Technology
Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park
Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West.
Global
Republican lawmaker Ralph Norman to join race to succeed Lindsey Graham in South Carolina
Congressman to run for seat despite Donald Trump backing Graham’s sister, Darline, should she choose to run The Republican representative Ralph Norman, of South Carolina , has announced he will join the race to succeed the late senator Lindsey Graham, despite Donald Trump backing Graham’s sister, Darline, should she choose to run. Announcing the launch of his bid on Saturday, Norman wrote on X: “I’m running to represent the people of South Carolina in the US Senate because we need a fighter who will stand with President Trump and carry on Lindsey Graham’s legacy!” Continue reading...
Technology
Rescuers race to find survivors in the rain after a landslide in China kills at least 8
Rescue crews are racing against the clock to find survivors after a landslide in the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing killed at least eight people and left 34 missing
Culture
Rooney, Hart and Richards row down Hudson River
Wayne Rooney rows down the Hudson River with fellow BBC pundits Joe Hart and Micah Richards.
Technology
Russian online retail warehouses hit by deadly Ukrainian strikes
Drones targeted Wildberries facilities near Moscow and in Tambov. Ukraine's leader called them "major logistics facilities" supplying "sanctioned components".
Technology
Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy
Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine.
Global
Ruthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy Burnham
Who is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out
Technology
S.S. Rajamouli Marks Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Birthday With New ‘Varanasi’ Images
Two character stills of Priyanka Chopra Jonas from S.S. Rajamouli’s “Varanasi” were released Saturday to mark the actor’s birthday. “Varanasi” spans thousands of years and traverses multiple continents, with locations ranging from Antarctica to Africa to the titular Indian city. Mahesh Babu plays the dual roles of the protagonist Rudhra and Hindu God Rama, Priyanka Chopra Jonas plays a character […]
Science
Safety fears limit Ebola response in Congo, with more than 12 attacks on health facilities and workers recorded
Many of the attacks have been carried out by angry mobs who have stormed treatment centers or targeted response teams in the field, Pierre Akilimali, incident manager for the Ebola response, said at a press briefing.
Science
Safety fears limit Ebola response in Congo, with more than 12 attacks recorded
Many attacks have been carried out by angry mobs storming treatment centers.
Global
Saka hat-trick seals 6-4 England win over France in epic World Cup third-place playoff
Where to start with this rollercoaster of a match? Thomas Tuchel had promised a reaction but he could not have imagined the manner of the response from England, albeit against a France team firmly on their sunloungers during an incredible first half in which they conceded four times. Yet with Kylian Mbappé on the hunt for his second successive Golden Boot in Didier Deschamps’ last match in charge of Les Bleus , even that lead courtesy of goals from Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa and two from Bukayo Saka almost wasn’t enough. Mbappé began the comeback straight after half-time before adding his second after Bradley Barcola’s strike. The 27-year-old has become the first male player to reach double figures at a World Cup since Gerd Müller in 1970. Over to you, Lionel. Continue reading...
Technology
Samantha Morton on Her Electrifying Performance as Circe in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’: ‘It Felt Like a Rebirth’
Samantha Morton doesn’t have a lot of screen time in “The Odyssey,” but when she shows up about halfway through the action epic, she commandeers the film. In an electrifying sequence that lasts roughly 10 minutes, Morton delivers a searing, richly textured performance as Circe, a sorcerer who transforms Odysseus’ men into pigs. In Homer’s […]
Bay Area
San Francisco police find wreckage of boat that sank as body identified
Tondra Madruga named as second victim in deadly capsizing as police continue search for two missing people Police on Friday discovered the wreckage of a boat that sank this week in the San Francisco Bay after recovering the body of a missing person the day before. The body was identified as Tondra Madruga, 58, also known as Tondra Miller, the San Francisco medical examiner said. She was one of three people missing after the Volare, a 49ft (15m) cabin cruiser, sank on Wednesday afternoon with 20 people onboard after being hit by a wave and capsizing. The group was on the boat to scatter the ashes of a loved one. Continue reading...
Technology
Second half of summer to bring chances for rain but heatwave threat persists
Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
Technology
See Martin Garrix Debut New U2 Collaboration ‘Fireflies’ With the Edge at Tomorrowland
After premiering at Belgium EDM fest, DJ and Irish rockers' latest single together is "out soon"
Culture
Shakira Gifts Brooklyn Show Tickets to World Cup Workers, Venezuela Relief Volunteers & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Plus, Ximena Sariñana lands a major career honor from the Hispanic Heritage Foundation and BelicoFest makes its L.A. debut.
Technology
Signed Hockney print found in a book sells for £41K
The print, found in a book donated to a Salvation Army shop, is snapped up by an anonymous bidder.
California
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, officials say
The brothers, who have millions of followers on social media, have been wanted in the United Kingdom, where they face rape and human trafficking charges.
Technology
Sony’s flagship RGB LED TV is incredible
The Sony Bravia 9 II is the most anticipated new TV in years. It's an amazing RGB LED TV. I watched Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves on the new Bravia with my son, who has been getting into the roleplaying game but had never seen the movie. The landscapes of Faerûn looked natural and […] Sony’s flagship Bravia 9 II is the best RGB LED TV I’ve seen this year. The Sony Bravia 9 II is the most anticipated new TV in years. It's an amazing RGB LED TV. I watched Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves on the new Bravia with my son, who has been getting into the roleplaying game but had never seen the movie. The landscapes of Faerûn looked natural and real, while the magic cast by the Red Wizards of Thay was vibrant and colorful. Specular highlights in HDR really pop. I saw it with Xenk's glowing sword as he fought in the Underdark in Honor Among Thieves , but al
Technology
Spain vs. Argentina World Cup final a very high-priced ticket to watch Messi and Yamal
Anyone looking for a last-minute ticket to see Lionel Messi and Argentina face off against Lamine Yamal and Spain in the World Cup final should be ready to dig deep into the wallet for the credit card with the biggest balance possible
Technology
Surprise! Facial recognition smart locks are actually good
Hands-free unlocking is the future of smart locks. The best smart home tech removes friction, and having your door unlock for you as you walk up is as frictionless as it gets - no passcodes to remember, no need to have a free hand to wave, press, or poke at the lock. One way to […] Facial recognition smart locks are here; now you can unlock your door the same way you unlock your phone. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Hands-free unlocking is the future of smart locks. The best smart home tech removes friction, and having your door unlock for you as you walk up is as frictionless as it gets - no passcodes to remember, no need to have a free hand to wave, press, or poke at the lock. One way to achieve this nirvana is through facial recognition. You already unlock your phone with your face; why not your home? Hands-free unlocking using geofencing has been around for a wh
Technology
Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce in 27 states due to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce in 27 states because of the potential that the greens could be contaminated with cyclosporiasis.
Global
Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk
Products with the potential to be contaminated with the diarrhea-causing parasite were shipped to 27 states including Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, Illinois and New Jersey.
Technology
Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Call of Duty’ Movie Will Be Set in ‘Modern Warfare’ Universe
Paramount Pictures’ upcoming “Call of Duty” movie from writer Taylor Sheridan will be based on the Xbox-owned first-person shooter franchise’s “Modern Warfare” games. Plot details about the movie have been kept under wraps since it was first announced in September 2025. But during a “Call of Duty in Culture Panel” promoting the October release of […]
Global
Texas Hill Country floods test new warning systems after last year's deadly disaster
Residents in some hard-hit areas said a year of preparation did make a difference. Newly installed flood sirens sounded in the darkness. Phones buzzed with alerts that weren't sent out last year.
News
Texas Hill Country floods test new warning systems after last year’s deadly disaster
Officials in Texas have implemented major changes to improve flood warnings after last year's deadly floods in Hill Country
Culture
The Cost of a Ready-Made Family
In the end, it wasn’t so much that I didn’t know the man I married, but that I became a stranger to myself. I’d hung onto the marriage for my own emotional fulfillment, and the kids ended up serving as collateral.
Technology
The Cure’s Robert Smith Slams FIFA’s World Cup Final Halftime Show: ‘Just F— Off’
Following the news that the FIFA World Cup final will feature its first halftime show in history, The Cure’s Robert Smith took to social media to slam the announcement. “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH… #Breadandcircuses #MUGWANK #pleasejustfuckoff,” Smith wrote on The Cure’s Instagram account. Curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, performers will include Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and BTS. In […]
Technology
The Guardian’s Carter Sherman fondly remembers being terrified by Ocarina of Time
Carter Sherman has been covering sex, gender, and the complex personal and national politics that accompany them for years. She was a senior reporter for Vice and has written for Elle, Ms. magazine, and Los Angeles magazine as well. Along the way, she's garnered a Scripps Howard Award, a National Press Club Journalism Award, and […] Carter, there’s a couch RIGHT THERE. | Image: Carter Sherman has been covering sex, gender, and the complex personal and national politics that accompany them for years. She was a senior reporter for Vice and has written for Elle , Ms. magazine, and Los Angeles magazine as well. Along the way, she's garnered a Scripps Howard Award, a National Press Club Journalism Award, and four Emmy nominations. She's also the author of The Second Coming: Sex and the Next Generation's Fight Over Its Future . That book looks at how the internet and our polarized politi
Culture
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 Is Here—What Vogue Editors Are Shopping
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 starts on July 18. Shop our editors’ top picks on best in summer fashion, luxe beauty, and home.
Technology
The Odyssey to Gracie Abrams: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Matt Damon dons the sword and sandals in Christopher Nolan’s epic, while the LA singer-songwriter shares more arena-friendly scream-along anthems The Odyssey Out now Christopher Nolan tackles one of the granddaddies of the western canon – Homer’s meaty tale of Odysseus (Matt Damon) and his long trip home after 10 years in the Trojan war. Also starring Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya and Charlize Theron. Continue reading...
Technology
The True Story Behind the First Foreign Feature to Break Out In Hollywood
At a time when subtitled films were a non-factor in the U.S., and with no major studio backing, Jean Renoir’s antiwar classic 'La Grande Illusion' wowed audiences and managed a best picture Oscar nom in 1937.
News
The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
The United States and Iran are crossing each other's red lines, one after the other
Technology
The apps, gadgets, and tools every reader needs
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 136, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope your neighborhood isn't as smoky as mine, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been recording the next season of Version History […] Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 136, your guide to the best and Verge -iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope your neighborhood isn't as smoky as mine, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage .) This week, I've been recording the next season of Version History (this season's finale is out on Sunday!), reading about data center heists and Backyard Baseball and the creator of Calvin and Hobbes , canceling my October plans to see Digger 30 or 40 times, taking on the new Knockout Tour routes in Mario Kart World , lear
Technology
The hill I will die on: Parisian waiters are not rude – they’re just badly misunderstood | Helen Massy-Beresford
After living here for years, I can see through that old stereotype. My tip: if your server is not full of bonhomie, why not try saying ‘bonjour’? Parisian waiters are professionals, providing an excellent service – they are not rude or unfriendly, just sometimes slightly misunderstood. No, really, hear me out. We’re all familiar with the trope of the rude Parisian waiter, looking down their nose at your inferior wine choice. They have been called “brusque and unwelcoming”, “snooty and rude” by travellers who voted Paris the unfriendliest city in the world . But after living here for many years, I’m struggling to think of an experience that really lives up to the stereotype. Harried and busy, sometimes, yes. But rude? No. So why do Parisian waiters (and let’s face it, Parisians) have a such a bad reputation? Partly, it’s about misunderstandings. Good manners and greetings between stranger
Technology
These Hollywood-Loved Designer Handbags Are Up to $1,500 Off at Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale
The annual shopping event is one of the few chances to save on sought-after designer handbags from Stella McCartney, Tory Burch, Longchamp and other luxury brands.
Markets
These are the obstacles still keeping women from retirement security
Yes, women still need a “retirement security day.” Here’s why.
California
This is how Tennessee tries to woo Paramount and other companies away from California
Tennessee is hoping to persuade Paramount to exit California and join the growing number of businesses choosing the Volunteer State over California
Markets
This may be the real reason USDA made a huge revision to its beef-export sales data
It’s ‘like driving one more nail into the proverbial coffin,’ says a rancher about the recent deterioration in U.S. agriculture data
Global
Thunderstorms will clear wildfire smoke from Northeast ahead of World Cup final, meteorologists say
Warnings of unhealthy air quality remained in effect Saturday across a wide swath of the United States.
Technology
Tile’s New Mickey- and Minnie-Themed Trackers Keep Kids (and Disney Adults) From Losing Their Stuff
Disney and Life360's collaboration introduces three new Tile Bluetooth trackers for Android and Apple devices, combining Mickey and Minnie with advanced location and safety features.
Technology
Tom Brady Slaps Logan Paul at Fanatics Fest, Calls Him a ‘Dork’ and ‘Nerd’ on X
The beef between Tom Brady and Logan Paul continues. On Friday, the future NFL Hall of Famer and YouTuber-turned-WWE superstar shared the stage at Fanatics Fest in New York. But when their panel ended, the sports stars got into a heated exchange that ended with Brady slapping Paul in the face. New York Knicks star […]
Technology
Tom Brady and Logan Paul Get Into Heated Exchange That Ends With a Slap. But Was It Fake?
A Fanatics Fest moment went viral just hours after the legendary quarterback teased his desire to play a villain on Logan’s home turf in the WWE.
Science
Toronto, New York and Washington top list of most polluted cities as wildfires burn
Canadian officials say that fire activity in Ontario is beginning to ease, with air quality expected to improve in US cities too.
Technology
Trump has normalized crypto. Is it the path to the next financial collapse? | Eduardo Porter
Cheerleading by the president, who made $1.2bn last year off uninsured currency, does not bode well for US economy The scale of the graft is decidedly off the charts, but the revelation that Donald Trump raked in a personal fortune of $2.2bn during his first year in office should come as no surprise. The president didn’t even try to hide his venality. Not only did he refuse to sell businesses and put assets in a blind trust, as other presidents have done to limit opportunities for self-dealing; the quid pro quos with foreign governments and assorted magnates were exposed for all to see. It is troubling that the president of the United States would so nonchalantly deploy his official powers to profit from dealings with money launderers and Middle Eastern princes . It is perhaps more so that the supposedly robust checks and balances upholding American governance proved powerless to stop hi
Technology
Trump threatens new Canada tariffs over fires sending 'filthy' air into US cities
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both the US and Canada have an equal responsibility to fight climate change, which experts say are worsening wildfire conditions.
Global
Trump, not Iran, is the world’s greatest danger. He’s a one-man weapon of mass destruction | Simon Tisdall
As the bombing starts again, it’s clear the president has dragged the US into a limitless fiasco – and the world into an economic quagmire Feckless and clueless, Donald Trump is lost in Iran, unable to find a way out of the disastrous war he started. Once again, the US military is pummelling the country and, increasingly, its civilian infrastructure. As before, this unlawful bludgeoning strengthens the resistance of a hardline regime that cares little for its people’s suffering. How often have Trump and Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon’s wildling lord of bones, hailed a bogus victory? The president claimed this week to be “winning big”. No one believes him. Even as it counts the vast human and economic cost of his Persian folly, a watching world scoffs at US impotence. Control of the strait of Hormuz, closed due to Trump’s belligerence, is now the White House’s limited, elusive objective. The
Technology
Two U.S. service members killed in Jordan, one missing; Iran threatens 'unforgettable lessons' after calling off interim peace agreement
When asked about Iran no longer abiding by the interim peace agreement, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly said, "I couldn't care less."
Global
Two US troops killed and one missing after Iranian attack in Jordan
Iran and the US have traded strikes as hostilities re-escalated this week, with Tehran targeting US military facilities across the Gulf region.
Global
Two US troops killed and one missing in Jordan after Iranian attacks
Sirens sound in Bahrain and Kuwait accuses Tehran of targeting civilian sites and infrastructure as Iran strikes US allies Two US troops were killed and one remains missing in Jordan after Iran launched a wave of attacks against US allies in the Middle East. Iran’s attacks came as the renewal of US strikes on Iran entered a second week and fighting escalated over the strait of Hormuz. Continue reading...
Technology
Two unexpected revelations in Warren Buffett's CNBC interview
Warren Buffett tells CNBC that Bill Gates' ties to Jeffrey Epstein didn't drive his termination of donations.
News
U.S. cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions
Instead of receiving automatic protections, imperiled species will need individualized protection plans once they are added to the threatened species list.
Technology
U.S. military launches new airstrikes to punish Iran for deaths of US troops
Since the war began, 16 U.S. service members have now been killed and over 430 wounded.
Global
U.S. military says 2 troops are dead and 1 is missing after Iran attacks a base in Jordan
Since the war began, 16 U.S. service members have now been killed and over 430 wounded.
Technology
UK tech advocates alarmed by Burnham plan to scrap technology department
MPs and industry experts say potential reorganisation will waste time at critical moment for AI and economic growth Andy Burnham’s plan to scrap the government’s technology department has triggered an angry backlash from MPs, Whitehall officials and tech experts. The incoming prime minister has asked officials to draw up plans to abolish the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology as part of a wider Whitehall shake-up. Continue reading...
News
US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions
The U.S. Interior Department has canceled a rule meant to protect plants and animals that are determined to be threatened with extinction
Global
US launches seventh night of Iran strikes as Hormuz conflict escalates
Central Command says attacks were designed to ‘continue degrading Iranian military capabilities’ The US military said it had launched a seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran on Friday night as fighting escalated over the strait of Hormuz. US Central Command, in a post on X, said the strikes, which began at 7pm GMT, were designed to “continue degrading Iranian military capabilities”. Continue reading...
Global
US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night
The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran's armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz.
Technology
Ukrainian drones hit sites across Russia, killing 9, wounding over 80
Kyiv's forces have pressed their aerial campaign against targets inside Russia.
Technology
Ukrainian drones hit warehouses and other sites across Russia, killing 9 and wounding over 60
Kyiv's forces have pressed their relentless aerial campaign against energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia, aiming to undermine Moscow's war effort and make Russians feel the consequences of the Kremlin's all-out invasion of Ukraine that is well into its fifth year.
Technology
Ukrainian prosecutors release video of Monaco bombing that injured tycoon
The suspect, Anastasiia Berezovska, was found dead in Ukraine a few days later.
Technology
Utopia Distribution Exec on Shifting Releases Towards Eventification to Cater to ‘Fandom’ and Younger Audiences: ‘Everything Is Being Destroyed to Be Rebuilt’
The years that directly succeeded the COVID pandemic were marked by a dire, almost apocalyptic view on the future of cinemagoing. Audiences who were already thinning out before global lockdowns became even scarcer, with streamers growing their market share and smaller arthouse cinemas closing down as audiences failed to return through their doors once they […]
Culture
Venezuela earthquakes death toll surpasses 5,000
The number of injured remains unchanged at 16,740, government says.
Technology
W Hotels Expands Italian Footprint With New Sardinia Resort — and a Three-Stop ‘Italian Tour’
W Hotels is continuing its reinvention with a growing portfolio of properties across Italy, anchored by its latest opening: W Sardinia – Poltu Quatu, a 157-room resort tucked into a secluded marina village on the island’s northeastern coast.  The property joins W Rome and the recently opened W Florence, giving the Marriott-owned luxury lifestyle brand three markedly […]
Global
WATCH: Inside Fanatics Fest and the skyrocketing sports card industry
ABC News’ Perry Russom reports from Fanatics Fest in NYC on how sports cards were once considered a childish hobby, but are now estimated to be a nearly $20 billion industry.
Technology
Where to Watch France vs. England World Cup Third-Place Playoff Online
The July 18 match will determine who takes home the bronze ahead of Sunday's final.
Global
White House backs Argentina players over Falklands banner in World Cup semi-final
White House Fifa taskforce chief defends Argentina footballers, saying US believes in free speech The White House has backed Argentina’s footballers who displayed a banner supporting their country’s claim to the Falklands Islands after their World Cup semi-final victory against England. After Argentina’s 2-1 win in a fractious match in Atlanta on Wednesday, some players held up a banner that said: “ Las Malvinas son Argentinas ” – using the country’s term for the South Atlantic islands. Continue reading...
Technology
Who owns your bones?
Editor in Chief Nancy Shute discusses the history of unethical practices in research on human remains and the progress toward more ethical standards.
Technology
Why Britain is getting a new prime minister without a general election
Veteran Labour Party politician Andy Burnham is set to become Britain’s next prime minister on Monday
Technology
Why Dana White thinks much more of UFC's future will be Power Slap and boxing
UFC president and CEO Dana White predicted that Power Slap may become as big as his flagship fighting sport at the Game Plan conference in New York.
Culture
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota pushes farther into the U.S. and engulfs D.C. in haze
Warnings of dangerous conditions were expected to remain in effect through Saturday across a wide swath of the U.S., though there's potential for temporary improvement with storms forecast in some affected areas during the weekend.
Markets
Will the Fed hike interest rates this month?
Kevin Warsh’s testimony to Congress “offered some heat but not a lot of new light” on the outlook for interest rates, one economist said.
Technology
Women amputees in South America train to be World Cup soccer contenders
Women amputees from several South American countries are training in Bolivia for the 2027 Women's Amputee Football World Cup
Technology
World Cup Final Frenzy: $4M Ticket Package Sold
Knightsbridge Circle, a global private membership-based concierge service, confirmed it has clients that purchased six tickets for $4 million, a package that also includes access to the field and trophy ceremony.
Technology
World Cup audience stayed bipartisan despite Trump's prominent role, CNBC survey finds
Nearly half of registered voters watched the 2026 World Cup, with income and education shaping viewership more than party affiliation, the survey found.
Global
World Cup winner Capdevila appeals to Trump after US travel permit denied
Former Spain international Joan Capdevila has made a plea to US President Donald Trump for help after he says he was denied a travel permit to enter the United States before Sunday's World Cup final.
Markets
Your Social Security check could go up by $74 a month next year
Social Security’s cost-of-living-adjustment could be 3.8% in 2027, as inflation shows signs of cooling.
Culture
Zendaya Is Having a Greaser Summer, Heatwave Be Damned
It’s back to the “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” press tour for Zendaya: this time, she’s swapping sparkles and spider motifs for tough leathers.
Global
‘An overnight success after 25 years? Delicious’: Ted Lasso’s Hannah Waddingham on sexism, stunts and stardom at 51
The actor seemed destined for a long but unflashy career in musical theatre – until a role as a football club owner in the TV hit changed everything. She talks about her new Hollywood era, calling out misogyny and why she’s ‘more than just camp’ Hannah Waddingham clears her throat. Her voice is a little scratchy. Two days before we meet, the star of Ted Lasso hosted the TV comedy show Saturday Night Live UK. She took part in almost all of the sketches that night, from a skit about “two top-heavy, Reading-based drama teachers” called Janet, to a musical number about how many glasses of wine to drink at a bar, to a bit in which she played the stern northern leader of a speed awareness course. In her opening monologue, she zipped through a variety of accents and impressions. “You see?” she told the cheering crowd. “Range! Range. ” I should have remembered this line when making small talk. W
Culture
‘As individuals, we keep ourselves in cages, without connecting to others’: Jibak Bhattacharya’s best phone picture
On a break from work, the oncologist was struck by the sight of construction workers balancing on scaffolding for a new high-rise There is no window in Jibak Bhattacharya’s consultation suite, in Kolkata’s Apollo multispeciality hospital. The oncologist took this photo in 2024 while on a break. “I often crave sunlight between seeing patients, so I step out on to the landing, which has a huge square glass window where you can enjoy the outside view,” he says. “Previously, it was unobstructed nature, but they are developing a high-rise now.” Bhattacharya noticed the pattern made by three workers on the scaffolding, and how you could draw a line straight through it, as in noughts and crosses. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Call of Duty’ Movie From Taylor Sheridan and Peter Berg Will Be Set in ‘Modern Warfare’ Universe
The 'Landman' and 'Yellowstone' creator is co-writing the screenplay with Berg directing. The live-action adaptation is slated to hit theaters on June 30, 2028.
Technology
‘Heartstopper Forever’ Director, Writer and Stars Joe Locke and Kit Connor on the Finale: “It Connects the Whole Heartstopper Gang”
Stars Connor and Locke, creator Alice Oseman and director Wash Westmoreland break down the film’s biggest change from book to screen, alongside the intimacy, break-ups, and ambiguous endings from the final chapter.
Technology
‘Manhunter: The Final Cut’ Shows Why Director’s Cuts Are Almost Never an Improvement. But It’s Still the Greatest Thriller of Our Time
If you’re a movie buff, a cinephile, or whatever else you want to call it (I called my 2016 memoir “Movie Freak”), one of the greatest pleasures to be had is when a film grabs hold of you and won’t let go. That’s happened to me a number of times, with movies like “Nashville” and […]
Culture
‘Maybe the best pumped-up sequel ever made’: James Cameron’s Aliens hits 40
The director’s more-is-more approach to the 1986 sequel gave us seat-edge action and an indelible performance from a rule-breaking Sigourney Weaver James Cameron loves tough female characters. That seems like a given now, after three Avatars and two particularly muscular arms belonging to Linda Hamilton in Terminator 2. Even the lushly romantic Titanic is about a supportive, sweet-natured boyfriend lending his love the extra smidge of strength she needs to live a rich and iconoclastic life without him, until she’s freely chucking diamonds into the sea at 100 years of age. But in Cameron’s 1984 de facto feature debut The Terminator (after a Piranha sequel that he attempted to disown), T2’s Hamilton is stalked and appropriately terrified by Arnold Schwarzenegger’s slasher-like killer robot. She’s a great character who gets majorly pumped up for the sequel in 1991. By then, Cameron had plen
Technology
‘Mexodus’ Review: The Underground Railroad Runs South to Mexico in a Pasadena Playhouse Musical That Feels as Spirited as a Two-Man ‘Hamilton’
To paraphrase Aaliyah: Cast size ain’t nothing but a number. In the realm of the theater, no one exactly equates the number of headshots on a Playbill page with the ultimate fulfillment a stage show provides. Still, a question may arise: How few people can you have in a musical and still generate just as […]
Culture
‘Obsession’: Here’s Where to Stream the Horror Romance Movie Online
One of the summer's biggest horror hits is now available to watch online at home.
Technology
‘Saiyaara’ Stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda Mark Film’s First Year With Collector’s Edition Vinyl LP Launch at Wembley Stadium (EXCLUSIVE)
Bollywood stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda visited London’s Wembley Stadium to celebrate the first anniversary of “Saiyaara,” unveiling a collector’s edition vinyl LP of the Yash Raj Films blockbuster – a package built to give fans and music enthusiasts a definitive way to revisit the film’s complete sonic journey. “Saiyaara,” directed by Mohit Suri […]
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ Cast Guide: Who’s Playing Who in Christopher Nolan’s Epic
From Oscar, Emmy, and Tony winners to frequent collaborators of the director, first-timers and even a rapper, The Hollywood Reporter breaks down all the stars and the characters they play in his adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek poem.
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ Galloping to $120M in Muscular Box Office Opening
Christopher Nolan's mythological epic continues to rise as the star-studded adaptation from Universal eyes the year's best live-action debut.
Technology
‘The Odyssey’: What Academics Are Saying About Christopher Nolan’s Epic
So, a Homerist, an archaeologist and a dentist walk into a bar.  Fresh from a Thursday night showing of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” a group of 17 spent the evening doing what scholars have done with Homer’s epic for nearly 3,000 years: arguing about it. “We had a really robust debate,” says Joel P. Christensen, […]
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‘We are preserving a tradition’: how Ghana’s sensationalist film posters became collectible art
Hand-painted works are often wildly unfaithful to the movies they portray – reinterpretations that sometimes resulted in threats, insults and even physical attacks from viewers who felt duped Sitting on his porch in Teshie near Accra, Heavy J dipped a brush into red oil paint and dabbed it carefully on to his canvas – a flour sack – adding blood to a knife being wielded by a man. Higher on the canvas, he had started on an outline of a skull. Heavy J was creating a poster, but not as you might have expected for a horror film. Instead, it was for the animated fairytale The Little Mermaid. The man with the knife wasn’t a killer but the film’s kind-hearted prince, Eric. The skull was also unrelated to the story. “We add more to make people interested,” said Heavy J, whose real name is Jeaurs Affutu. Continue reading...