Science
'Buck Moon' set to light up sky
July's full Moon is set to be a special one - Sophia Herod explains why.
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2026-07-24
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Global
'Extremely significant' bomb in car intercepted on way to NI, Irish police say
Two people are arrested after a vehicle was stopped in County Monaghan in an operation targeting dissident republican activity.
California
'Fast & Furious' coaster screams rattle quiet neighborhood: 'Like someone is getting murdered'
When Universal Studios began testing the ride with people on it, Toluca Lake residents were shocked by the screams. They were loud — piercing even double-paned windows.
California
'It's not coming back': Giant of the stage and L.A. theaters confront the end of the nonprofit movement
Oskar Eustis, who's stepping down as the artistic director of New York's Public Theater in 2028, shook up the arts world with his comment that the American nonprofit theater movement was over. He explains why and what needs to be done to move on.
California
'Sheep in the Box' is a rare misfire from a master director whose AI drama feels borrowed
In movies like 'Still Walking,' Hirokazu Kore-eda has mined intimacy from family tragedy. This time, his delicacy results in something underwhelming.
Technology
'Spider-Man' superhero jumps to the aid of a man to cross several lanes of traffic
A man using a wheelchair was struggling to get across six lanes of traffic on an Arkansas roadway when help came in an unexpected way — from a spidery superhero in a Jeep
Culture
10 Ways to Style Tank-Tops for Summer, Inspired by Celebs
Discover new ways to style tank tops for summer, with these celebrity-inspired outfits featuring the wardrobe hero item.
Culture
11 Audrey Hepburn Films to Watch Now
Before Lily Collins and Thomasin McKenzie play the Hollywood icon in rival films, we present her most enduring performances to stream now.
Technology
11 indicted in smuggling deaths of 7 migrants in rail cargo container in Texas
A U.S. attorney has announced a federal indictment against 11 people in the smuggling deaths of seven migrants who were hiding in a rail cargo container in Texas in May
Science
13 Foods That Cleanse the Liver for a Healthy Detox
The liver is a vital organ in flushing out toxins from our bodies. Here, we break down the best foods to keep it healthy.
Global
13 surprising reasons you’re always dog tired – and what to do about it
Feel lethargic even after a full night’s sleep? From not enough fibre to too much sitting, experts explain why your get up and go has got up and gone The very air you breathe could be an issue. “Close the door, shut the window, add a partner and a heater, and by 3am a typical bedroom sits at 1,500 to 2,500 parts per million of carbon dioxide,” says Dr Jemma King, author of Sleep First: Sleep Smarter, Think Sharper, Feel Better. “ Research shows that above 1,000 ppm sleep efficiency drops, deep sleep reduces and salivary cortisol rises on waking. You’re sleeping, but your nervous system is mildly activated all night.” Luckily, it’s an easy fix: open a window – even 2cm will do the job, according to King. Continue reading...
Technology
2022 IEEE President K.J. Ray Liu Honored for His Leadership
Unlike many budding engineers, K.J. Ray Liu wasn’t inspired to enter the field by tinkering with electronics or following in the footsteps of a family member. Growing up in Taichung, Taiwan, he answered his government’s call for students to become electrical engineers to help manufacture semiconductors in the 1970s, when the country’s economy was struggling. “Students who were good in math, science, and physics all wanted to be an electrical engineer because that was the top priority of the government,” Liu says. “That’s how I got into engineering. Now Taiwan is a world leader in semiconductors.” K.J. Ray Liu Occupation Retired professor of information technology and a digital signal processing researcher at the University of Maryland in College Park Member grade Fellow Alma maters National Taiwan University; University of Michigan; UCLA But by the time he graduated from university in 19
California
4 more states report cyclosporiasis outbreak. Here's how the FDA does a traceback investigation
Experts explain how health officials investigate foodborne illnesses amid a second outbreak of cyclosporiasis.
Culture
72 Hours review – Kevin Hart drags down Netflix midlife crisis comedy
The overexposed actor falls flat in another disappointing vehicle that fails to make the most of its neat bachelor-party-with-a-twist concept 72 Hours is Kevin Hart’s midlife crisis comedy. He stars as Joe, a 40-year-old New York marketing executive whose once-reliable Midas touch has worn off. He’s no longer the office’s go-to translator of youth culture, yet he remains on the verge of a promotion – the final hurdle standing between him and happily-ever-after with his longtime girlfriend (Teyana Taylor), a doctor weighing an opportunity that could pull her away from the life they’ve built together in the city. All the while, crude texts and memes flood his phone from a random group chat populated by a pack of twentysomething guys planning a bachelor party in Miami – an annoyance that quickly becomes his ticket back to relevance. Joe not only drops everything to join these perfect strang
Technology
9 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Charli XCX, the Strokes, Tyla, and More
Stream new releases from Charli XCX, the Strokes, and Tyla
California
A California arts activist's story comes to life in 'American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez'
Luis Valdez, the screenwriter, director and theater force best known for 1987's 'La Bamba' gets an explosively engaging and inspiring documentary profile.
Technology
A Million-Panel Project
Utah’s new solar power and battery storage facility is among the largest in the region.
Culture
A Nostalgic Look Back at the Kennedy Family’s Summer Vacations Throughout History
Take a look at photos of the family vacationing in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts over the years.
California
A celebrated stage production makes the leap to screen in the fiery 'Hadestown: The Musical'
The mythical musical dominated the Tonys in 2019, and its original cast reunites for a filmed staging on London's West End that reminds us why.
Technology
A decade in, Studio Ghibli Fest keeps growing as new generations flock to 'Totoro,' 'Ponyo' and more
The passionate fandom Ghibli tends to inspire is well-documented
Science
A new, separate outbreak of the diarrhea-causing parasite
A win for peptide proponents, autism advisory committees clash, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Technology
A note from Paul Kelly and a box of human hair: seven curios found in Brett Whiteley’s studio – in pictures
Brett Whiteley’s former studio and home in Sydney’s Surry Hills has been a museum and gallery since 1995. For the past two years it has been closed for restoration works, during which some of the artist’s most treasured items were discovered. The curator of Brett Whiteley Studio, Nick Yelverton, shares seven belongings uncovered in the space that shine new light on Whiteley’s extraordinary life and practice. The museum’s new free exhibition, Brett Whiteley Coming Home , opens on 25 July • We have survived! Forty years of Aboriginal protest posters – in pictures Continue reading...
Markets
A panicking Fed is just what the bond market needs, says Bank of America’s chief strategist
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh probably needs to hike soon to reassure the long end of the Treasury curve, says Bank of America strategist Michael Hartnett.
Markets
ADHD has rewired the workplace. This is what it means for bosses and workers
As ADHD diagnoses have risen, have workplaces caught up with the needs of the workforce?
Technology
Abercrombie & Fitch’s BOGO Sale Is Discounting Nearly Everything — These Are the 50%-Off Deals We’re Adding to Cart
From viral jeans that shoppers can’t stop buying to summer-ready dresses and ‘90s-inspired basics, here are the Abercrombie & Fitch deals to know before the sale ends.
Culture
About Face! Aerin Lauder and Carolyn Murphy Celebrated Her 25 Years with Estée Lauder
On Thursday evening in East Hampton, Aerin Lauder and Carolyn Murphy came together to celebrate Murphy’s quarter-century as a global brand ambassador for Estée Lauder—a milestone the supermodel is still in disbelief over. “Becoming the face of Estée is still a pinch-me moment,” she told Vogue. “It still doesn’t totally make sense to me—even twenty-five years later.”
Culture
Add to playlist: the ramshackle, soulful twang of Twisted Teens and the week’s best new tracks
The New Orleans country-punk duo are on a hot streak, about to release their third album in a year, and the crunchy, literate hooks keep coming From New Orleans Recommended if you like Parquet Courts, Sheer Mag, Royal Headache Up next Holy Cross Tigers out later this year Not one but two of the year’s best albums so far are authored by a ragtag, deeply charismatic band from Louisiana named Twisted Teens, who bear Pynchonian names – Caspian Hollywell and RJ “Razor Ramone” Santos – a console steel guitar and, in Hollywell’s case, one of rock’s greatest, most soulful voices in many years. Virtuosic when it counts, ramshackle when necessary, Twisted Teens feel like they could slot nicely on to a bill with Parquet Courts and the late, great Royal Headache – crunchy, literary rock bands who seemed to shyly conceal their music’s anthemic nature. Twisted Teens broke through earlier this year wit
Culture
Adidas Originals Took Their Sport Collection to the Edge
Athleisure reached new heights on Wednesday night. Atop Manhattan’s famed observation deck The Edge some 1,300 feet in the air, a crowd gasped as four brave women, clad in Adidas’s new Originals Sport collection, performed a nail-biting aerial dance on the side of the skyscraper.
Technology
After backlash, Meta pauses plan to ‘rate limit’ its smart glasses
Remember when Meta was planning to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for the smart glasses feature that lets people hear each other more clearly - even though that feature runs locally on your glasses and doesn't require the cloud? Meta has paused those plans, spokesperson Tyler Yee confirms to The Verge. The company is […] Remember when Meta was planning to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for the smart glasses feature that lets people hear each other more clearly - even though that feature runs locally on your glasses and doesn't require the cloud? Meta has paused those plans, spokesperson Tyler Yee confirms to The Verge . The company is not giving up on the idea of a subscription fee for certain features - that's still moving forward. Yee confirms that "some premium features will be subscription-based over time." But Conversation Focus, the accessibility feature, "will
California
Aging oil refineries don’t need more public dollars. California should let them retire
The state has made billions of dollars in concessions for refineries, but that may not be enough to avoid their retirement. Some are more than 100 years old.
Technology
Aid worker describes crisis in Venezuela, one month after devastating earthquakes
Friday marks one month since powerful earthquakes devastated parts of Venezuela, triggering a humanitarian crisis that is far from over. Damage to schools, health facilities and water systems has left communities without essential services, complicating an already difficult recovery. Amna Nawaz spoke with Nate Mook of the aid organization All Hands and Hearts, who just returned from Venezuela.
Technology
Alan Turing short story sheds new light on WW2 codebreaker
Prof Sarah Dillon says the short story, Pryce's Buoy, offers fresh insights into the codebreaker.
News
Alaska sends 3,000 letters asking voters to verify their citizenship ahead of this year's elections
Alaska has sent more than 3,000 letters to residents asking them to verify their citizenship ahead of this year's elections
Global
All passengers rescued after fiery seaplane crash
Video shows the seaplane landing awkwardly on the water, passengers being rescued and the plane bursting into flames.
Markets
Allianz to Buy HSBC’s Singapore Insurer in $2.1 Billion Deal
Allianz SE agreed to buy HSBC Holdings Plc’s Singapore insurance unit for S$2.7 billion ($2.1 billion), marking a substantial expansion less than two years after another deal in the city-state fell apart. The two firms also agreed to enter a …
Technology
Altana Acquires Customs Automation Startup Cervo AI
The supply chain mapping and compliance solutions provider expands its portfolio into automated customs filings as trade policy grows more volatile.
Technology
Amazon cracks down on use of AI images by sellers after New York law
A recently enacted New York law mandates that companies disclose when an ad includes a "synthetic performer" in place of a human actor.
Markets
American Express Q2 profit rises 8% to $4.53 a share, topping forecasts
American Express on Friday reported an 8% rise in second-quarter profits compared to last year
Markets
American Express rides a boom in Platinum cards to its strongest spending growth in years
Cardmember perks are resonating, an Amex executive says. “It’s really about access.”
Global
Andy Burnham's first week pledges - how much do they add up to?
BBC Verify has looked at how much Burnham's new spending commitments cost and how they will be paid for
Global
Angela Rayner rules out rent controls in England
The housing secretary tells the BBC that the Renters Rights' Act is already having a significant impact on the market.
Technology
Anthropic releases Opus 5 with ‘close’ to Fable 5’s capabilities
Weeks after Anthropic's latest toe-to-toe with the US government, and days after an OpenAI security incident that dominated tech industry discussions, Anthropic on Thursday released its newest model, Claude Opus 5. The company said in a release that Opus 5 "comes close to the capabilities of Claude Fable 5 in many domains" and is much […] Weeks after Anthropic's latest toe-to-toe with the US government, and days after an OpenAI security incident that dominated tech industry discussions, Anthropic on Thursday released its newest model, Claude Opus 5. The company said in a release that Opus 5 "comes close to the capabilities of Claude Fable 5 in many domains" and is much better at complex coding tasks. (Fable 5 is the public-facing Mythos-class model that drew the government's ire, was taken offline for a few weeks along with Mythos 5, and then brought back with even stronger cyber s
Culture
Aperitivo Hour: A Sunday Supper with Tessa Tran
Chan Luu CEO and Creative Director Tessa Tran takes us behind the scenes of a Sunday dinner party at her home in Los Angeles.
Markets
Aras Investment Business Group S.A.P.I. de C.V.; Armando Gutierrez Rosas; Maria de Lourdes Tolentino Roque; Diayanira Rendon Trejo; Efren Quiroz Gardea; Luis Quiroz Gardea
Aras Investment Business Group S.A.P.I. de C.V.; Armando Gutierrez Rosas; Maria de Lourdes Tolentino Roque; Diayanira Rendon Trejo; Efren Quiroz Gardea; Luis Quiroz Gardea
Science
Are BuzzBallz actually recyclable?
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled as the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts.
Technology
Are multi-way clothes the answer to sustainable fashion - or just another excuse to buy more stuff?
Brands are making clothes that can be adapted by the wearer. But with fast fashion giants getting in on the act, perhaps we should just stick to wearing our cardigans backwards Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here I’m sitting on my bedroom floor trying to fasten the sleeves back on to a new top that’s just been delivered. I haven’t had an unfortunate accident with scissors; the removable sleeves are a design feature, part of the growing trend for multi-way clothing that is being championed as a win for sustainability – or for anyone moving from air-conditioned office to outside right now. Brow furrowed, I try to attach the puff of red taffeta to the rest of the frilly blouse using the tiny buttons and loops provided. But I’m not having much luck … I enjoy messing around with clothes. Aged 10, I pranced around a sun-drenched Greek holiday in a top that was rea
Culture
Artist Joyce Kozloff Reveals Herself to be Guerrilla Girl Lydia Popova
In a July 22 interview, Kozloff disclosed that she was a founding member of the famously masked feminist action group
Technology
At least 50 people killed and 700,000 displaced by India floods after monsoon rains
Officials in India say at least 50 people have died and 700,000 have been displaced by flooding after days of monsoon rains
Global
Author Salman Rushdie testifies at terrorism trial of man convicted of stabbing him
Four years after being stabbed on an amphitheater stage, Salman Rushdie sat across a courtroom from his convicted attacker Thursday and told jurors for a second time about the ambush that nearly killed him.
Technology
Autopsy doctor testifies about teen girl's fatal injuries at hearing to decide if D4vd faces trial
Dr. Grant Ho of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner is testifying about the autopsy of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the girl authorities say was killed by singer D4vd
Technology
BBC Buys War Drama ‘Kabul,’ Featuring Eric Dane in One of His Last Roles
The BBC has acquired thriller series “Kabul,” starring the late Eric Dane and “Tehran’s” Shervin Alenabi, from Mediawan Rights. The six-part show, which is against the backdrop of U.S. troops’ withdrawal from Afghanistan amid the Taliban’s return to Kabul, follows the chaotic evacuation of various characters including diplomats, soldiers and civilians. The synopsis reads: “Kabul, […]
Technology
BBC Series ‘Fake or Fortune?’ Discovers ‘Enormously Important’ Katherine Read Painting
The portrait, which arrived wrapped in a sleeping bag, is worth a reported $130,000.
Global
Bangladesh's president, once a close ally of ousted premier Sheikh Hasina, resigns
Bangladesh’s President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned halfway through his term, citing medical reasons
Culture
Bard’s Betty Parsons Retrospective Is a Revelation
Despite Parsons having her place as a dealer cemented in art history, the full story of this remarkable and resilient woman remains underappreciated.
Technology
Beach Boys Reschedule Remaining Summer 2026 North American Tour Dates to Allow Singer Mike Love to ‘Recharge’
Love, 85, is the last remaining classic-era member of the "Good Vibrations" band.
Culture
Bedlam dreamscapes, digital-age aliens and a summer pastoral – the week in art
The terrifying visions of Richard Dadd, UFOs, aliens and Van Gogh’s troubled peasant woman – all in your weekly dispatch Richard Dadd: Beyond Bedlam Terrifying creatures of the night and surreal dreamscapes galore – and those are just the “sane” canvases this Victorian artist painted before he was confined to Bedlam, where his visions became truly unsettling. • Royal Academy, London, 25 July to 25 October Continue reading...
Technology
Before you ask AI to invest your life savings, you need to understand its hidden biases
Bots can build a portfolio in seconds — but wait until you see where their financial advice fails.
Technology
Billie Joe Armstrong Enlists Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson for Surprise Cover
Dickinson surprised guests at Fandom's Comic-Con party to cover Mott the Hoople’s “All the Young Dudes”
Culture
Birkins, Big Sunglasses, and Lots of Sparkle: Looking Back at Jennifer Lopez’s Best Fashion Moments
In honor of J.Lo’s 57th birthday, take a look back at some of her standout fashion moments.
Technology
Blackpink’s Jennie Debuts Wistful Single ‘Less Than a Lover’
The singer's debut solo album, Ruby , was released last year via her own record label Odd Atelier
Technology
Blade Runner 2099’s moody dystopia streams on Amazon in November
After teasing the series with some first-look images yesterday, Amazon is finally properly unveiling its Blade Runner streaming series. Called Blade Runner 2099, the show hits Prime Video on November 25th with all eight episodes dropping at once. We also got the first trailer for the series, which is full of Blade Runner staples: a […] After teasing the series with some first-look images yesterday, Amazon is finally properly unveiling its Blade Runner streaming series. Called Blade Runner 2099 , the show hits Prime Video on November 25th with all eight episodes dropping at once. We also got the first trailer for the series, which is full of Blade Runner staples: a bleak futuristic LA, dramatic narration, and some really good coats. The show is helmed by Silka Luisa, previously showrunner on Apple TV's adaptation of Shining Girls , while original Blade Runner director Ridley Scott i
Technology
Bon Jovi Abruptly Ends MSG Concert Due to Sinus Infection
"Don’t throw away your ticket stubs, I’m gonna figure something out," the singer said from the stage before ending the night early
Technology
Bond market anxiety is growing over AI capex budgets
Google, Amazon and Meta are seeing credit spreads widen as fixed-income investors demand more reward on companies they lend to.
Technology
Boom in tech wealth is fueling record prices for dinosaur bones, art and watches, auction houses say
The major auction houses racked up nearly $10 billion in sales in the first half, marking one of the strongest-ever starts to the year.
Science
Brazil uses forensic science to trace gold's origin and tackle illegal mining in the Amazon
Brazil is using forensic science to tackle illegal gold mining in the Amazon
Global
Brazil's government says it is working with Peru to protect border Indigenous lands
Brazil’s Ministry of Indigenous Peoples said it has signed a memorandum with Peru’s Ministry of Culture to protect Indigenous territories along their border
Markets
Brian Kuzdas and John Rowland
Brian Kuzdas and John Rowland
Global
British-born man living in US since age of nine held by ICE under threat of deportation
Connor Read, who is married and has two children, was apprehended in June during residency permit interview A British-born man who has lived in the US since he was nine years old has been held in an ICE detention facility for more than a month and a half under threat of deportation, it has been reported. Connor Read, 29, was taken by ICE agents after he was invited to a green card (residency permit) interview in Tampa, Florida on 3 June, and separated from his wife, Jaelin, 25, and his twin sons Ryder and Ozzie, three. Continue reading...
Global
Brooks and Marcus on the Iran conflict becoming a 'forever war'
David Brooks of The Atlantic and Ruth Marcus of The New Yorker join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including the economic and human toll of the Iran war, the U.S.-Saudi nuclear energy deal and Trump-allied election deniers winning GOP primaries.
Culture
Buffalo AKG Promotes Two of Its Own to Co-Lead Art Museum
Chief curator Cathleen Chaffee will serve as artistic director, while deputy director Jillian Jones will become executive director of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, succeeding Janne Sirén.
Culture
Burnham caps busy first week as UK's new prime minister at part-time office in Manchester
Since entering 10 Downing St. on Monday, Britain's new prime minister has traveled to the southeast, southwest and northwest of England, and to Scotland, spoken to more than a dozen world leaders and made a flurry of small but symbolic economic announcements.
Technology
CDC says massive cyclospora outbreak is now in nine states
The four newly linked states — Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania — join Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia and hard-hit Michigan.
California
COVID-19 is on the upswing in California. How bad will it get this summer?
It wouldn't be surprising for a summer increase in COVID to begin now. Large numbers of people haven't fallen ill with COVID for quite a while.
California
California University Professor Sentenced to Over 18 Years in Prison for Attempted Child Exploitation Crimes
A California man was sentenced today to 222 months in prison and 10 years of supervised release for attempted coercion and enticement of a minor and for distributing and receiving child sexual abuse material (CSAM). He was also ordered to pay a fine of $75,000. Restitution will be determined at a later date.
California
California can’t replant its forests fast enough to keep up with wildfires
California's wildfires are destroying forests faster than the state can replant them, and federal cuts are making the gap worse.
California
California landlord fights law meant to help low-income renters
Should California landlords be required to rent to tenants with federal housing vouchers?  They are under state law, but a Sacramento-based property manager is contesting that requirement in court with what has become a common legal refrain in challenges to such laws across the country. The Housing Choice Voucher Program, often dubbed “Section 8,” helps […]
California
California’s economy isn’t just bigger than Texas and Florida — it’s growing faster, too
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Markets
Can Captive’s Hands-On Vetting of Bars Provide Answer to SC Liquor Liability Crisis?
For almost eight years now, South Carolina bars, restaurants and music venues have faced a sobering situation brought on by a 2018 state law that requires at least $1 million in liquor liability coverage: Pay unaffordable premiums or shut their …
Markets
Canada is ready to celebrate new bridge to US amid tariff troubles with Trump
Officials are gathering Friday in Ontario to take delight in a new U.S.-Canada bridge over the Detroit River
News
Canada is ready to celebrate new bridge to US amid tariff troubles with Trump
Officials are gathering Friday in Ontario to take delight in a new U.S.-Canada bridge over the Detroit River
Global
Canadian government urged to block Thomson Reuters data deal with US ICE
US agency is to pay Canadian media company US$125m for use of investigative database to detect ‘immigration fraud’ A Canadian federal opposition party leader has called on Mark Carney’s government to block the latest data-sharing deal between US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Canadian media company Thomson Reuters. Avi Lewis, the federal leader of the New Democratic party (NDP), demanded on Tuesday that Ottawa address the contract and further restrict Canadian corporations from doing business with ICE, after Canada’s National Observer news website reported on the deal. Continue reading...
Technology
Casey Wasserman’s Exit Plan: New Owner of The Team May Be Same As Its Last One
The mogul is reportedly nearing a deal for a buyout by existing backer Providence Equity Partners, which would wind down the auction process.
Technology
Celebrity giving is evolving: Ariana Grande’s foundation shows how
Singer Ariana Grande has launched the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation to support causes like LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive health, and mental health
Technology
Chairman of South Korean tech giant SK ordered to pay $640 million in divorce case
A South Korean court has ordered billionaire SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won to pay $640 million to his ex-wife Roh So-yeong in a case that the national media dubbed the divorce of the century
Technology
Charli XCX Brings in the Post-‘Brat’ Era With ‘Music, Fashion, Film’
The pop star released her much-anticipated seventh album on Friday after officially announcing the album in June.
Technology
Charli XCX’s New Album ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Is Here
"It’s not creatively rewarding for me to make the same thing twice," British pop star says of her Brat follow-up
Culture
Charli xcx Returns With Cinematic ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Album: Stream It Now
The pop star's Brat follow-up is here.
Culture
Charli xcx, Tyla, Morgan Wallen & More: New Music Friday Guide
Check out the must-hear releases of the week.
Culture
Charli xcx’s ‘Music, Fashion, Film’: All 11 Tracks Ranked
The pop great's long-anticipated new set is finally here.
Technology
Charter TV Subscriber Losses Narrow to 21,000 in Second Quarter
The cable and internet giant also shed 172,000 Internet customers and added 400,000 mobile line subscribers ahead of merging with Cox Communications.
Global
China slaps export controls on 14 EU entities for Russia-related sanctions
China says it's adding 14 European entities to an export control list in retaliation for the European Union penalizing 14 Chinese enterprises as part of its latest round of sanctions against Russia
Technology
China's largest memory chipmaker sparks fears of a cash drain as it readies for public debut
CXMT is stoking fears that its blockbuster stock market debut could pull cash from China's equities.
Technology
Chris Affleck, Mother of Oscar Winners Ben and Casey Affleck, Dies at 83
A schoolteacher, she was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and died June 2, her family announced.
Technology
Chris Brown Pleads Guilty After London Nightclub Attack
The singer plead guilty to affray, which in the U.K. is a public order offense where the defendant uses or threatens unlawful violence against another person.
Technology
Chris Brown Pleads Guilty Over ‘Vicious and Unprovoked’ Attack at U.K. Nightclub
Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to affray in the U.K. in relation to a “vicious and unprovoked” attack at a London nightclub in 2023. His co-defendant, Omololu Akinlolu, also pleaded guilty. The U.K.’s Crown Prosecution Service (similar in function to the District Attorney) described Akinlolu, a Florida rapper also known as HoodyBaby, as Brown’s vocal […]
Technology
Chris Brown Pleads Guilty in London Nightclub Attack
Singer and co-defendant Omololu “Hoody Baby” Akinlolu face up to three years in prison when sentenced in October
California
Chris Brown pleads guilty in London bottle attack case, avoiding trial
Chris Brown pleads guilty to attacking a music producer with a bottle of tequila at a London nightclub three years ago.
Technology
Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over London nightclub attack
The US singer hit a man with a glass bottle in "a vicious and unprovoked attack", prosecutors say.
Global
Chris Mason: What Burnham's first week in power tells us about his agenda
The fledgling Burnham administration has been seeking to find its feet and make a decent first impression at the same time, the BBC's political editor Chris Mason explains.
Culture
Chuck Russell, director of The Mask and The Blob, dies aged 74
The film-maker, also behind A Nightmare on Elm Street 3, died on Wednesday in his San Diego home Director Chuck Russell, who helped propel actors such as Jim Carrey , Cameron Diaz and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to the Hollywood A-list, was found dead in his San Diego, California, home on Wednesday. He was 74. Russell directed several box office hits in his decades-long career including A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, The Blob and The Mask. In 2002, his film The Scorpion King featured The Rock in his first leading role. Continue reading...
Technology
Claudia Winkleman's chat show ended after one series - can anyone replace Graham Norton?
Many considered Claudia Winkleman as Norton's successor, but her chat show ended after just one series.
California
Commentary: 'The Odyssey' is great, but Imax 70mm snobbery is not the answer to Hollywood's woes
With 'The Odyssey,' Christopher Nolan put a spotlight on Imax 70mm and the hierarchy of premium formats. Which is applaudable but not a future theatrical business model.
Technology
Confusing product recall adds to US cyclospora outbreak uncertainty
Explosive diarrhea infection detected in 41 states with at least 72 sickened by new, as yet unknown source of parasite Confusion abounds in the cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands in at least 41 states, as officials identify a new cluster of cases and more potential products come under scrutiny. The recall of products during this outbreak of explosive diarrhea has been an unusual one, complicated by poor communication, politicization and the delay of a new regulatory rule could have helped trace the cyclosporiasis outbreak faster. Continue reading...
Technology
Controversial Gelman Collection to Inaugurate Spain’s New Faro Santander in September
Rarely seen masterpieces from the Banco Santander collection and a Leonora Carrington solo show will also go on view when the art center opens.
Technology
Craig Green Among Designers Helping to Relaunch Ecco’s Collaboration Series
This new launch follows the brand’s last Ecco.Kollektive for autumn/winter 2025 which featured designs from Eckhaus Latta.
Technology
Creepy Twins, Religious Fanaticism and a Loaded Gun Collide in Tense Chamber Drama ‘Godhead’ — Fantasia
Mark H. Rapaport’s new film “Godhead” is a master-class in ratcheting up tension. Shot in black-and-white with camerawork that makes the audience feel like a voyeur uncovering perverse secrets, the film blends faith, sex, lies and discomfort into an unknowable dance between its leads. The premise begins simply: A rural Catholic priest (Al Warren) is […]
Technology
Curiosity Blog, Sols 4954–4960: Celebrating Our Rover Engineers Past and Present
Written by Lucy Thompson, Senior Research Scientist, University of New Brunswick, Canada Earth planning date: Friday, July 27, 2026 As an APXS uplink lead and strategic planner, I have the privilege of working with the rover engineers most days that I am on operations. The APXS instrument measures the chemistry of rocks, unconsolidated materials and […]
Technology
Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Tainted Mexican Lettuce Widens
The cyclosporiasis outbreak that’s sickened thousands of people in the US is spreading further, as federal health officials linked four more states to tainted iceberg lettuce imported from Mexico. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tied Illinois, Kansas, …
Science
Cyclospora outbreak expands to nine US states, health officials say
Federal investigators continue to search for the sources amid the largest number of reported cyclosporiasis cases in US history.
Culture
Cypress Hill Embrace Latin Roots on First All-Spanish Album ‘Dios Bendiga’: ‘It’s a Prayer for the Culture’
The legendary hip-hop group talk about making the LP, feat. Trueno, Alemán and more, and why now was the right time to do it.
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DJI camera clone company Xtra is halting and refunding all preorders
After selling a barely disguised version of the hit DJI Osmo Pocket 3 in the United States last year, Xtra Technology seemed ready to sneak in its version of the new dual-lens Osmo Pocket 4 Pro, too. But today, Xtra has abruptly removed the new Xtra Muse 2 Pro from its website landing page, is […] The Xtra Muse 2 Pro. | Image; Xtra After selling a barely disguised version of the hit DJI Osmo Pocket 3 in the United States last year, Xtra Technology seemed ready to sneak in its version of the new dual-lens Osmo Pocket 4 Pro, too. But today, Xtra has abruptly removed the new Xtra Muse 2 Pro from its website landing page, is pausing preorders indefinitely, and says it'll refund all the $20 deposits that it's already collected. Just days after showing off the camera at a Los Angeles launch event , the company is no longer necessarily committing to launch at all: "XTRA has not made a fin
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Dancing with Shakira at World Cup was 'very, very, very, very, very good' - Ghetto Kids
The child stars tell the BBC of their excitement entertaining their biggest crowd yet at the World Cup final.
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Decoding Charli XCX's new album, Music, Fashion, Film
The star's new album strips away artifice to examine her life after the phenomenal success of Brat.
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Deep-strike drones and damselflies: photos of the day – Friday
The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world Continue reading...
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Demi Moore Gets Front-Row Seat to Katseye’s Breakdown in ‘Animal’ Video
The single, written by Ed Sheeran and produced by Omer Fedi and Blake Slatkin, will appear on Katseye’s upcoming five-track EP Wild
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Democrats accuse Trump of using forced labor as ‘convenient’ justification for tariffs
US president faced criticism after officials announced tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on more than 80 countries US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump has been accused of using forced labor as “a pretext” to impose a fresh wave of tariffs on dozens of countries, as critics warned of higher prices for Americans. The US president faced swift criticism from Democrats after his officials presented their latest effort to make his signature economic policy permanent following a string of high-profile legal setbacks. Some Republicans also expressed concern. Continue reading...
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Democrats seize on AI data center backlash that's dividing rural Republicans in places like Texas
When Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, began her campaign last year, candidates weren't talking about — or hearing about — data centers that power artificial intelligence.
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Democrats select South Carolina for their first 2028 presidential nominating contest
South Carolina has long been the first Southern contest and has served as a key test of candidates' support among Black voters.
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Democrats to finalize their 2028 presidential nominating calendar, led by more diverse states
Democrats are expected to recommend the states that will hold the first presidential nominating contests in 2028, likely cementing a calendar that moves away from Iowa and New Hampshire in favor of more racially diverse states
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Deposed Turkish opposition leader forms 'New Party' to challenge Erdogan
Ozgur Ozel, the deposed leader of Turkey's main opposition party, has formed a new political party to challenge President Erdogan
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Director Na Hong-Jin Makes Comic-Con Debut With Frightening New ‘Hope’ Footage, Says Casting Hoyeon Was His ‘Best Decision’
South Korean director Na Hong-Jin made his San Diego Comic-Con debut to preview his latest film, Neon’s alien action movie “Hope.” Before the action auteur took the stage in Ballroom 20, a sizzle reel of his previous work — from his 2008 debut “The Chaser” to “The Yellow Sea” and “The Wailing,” all set to Ozzy […]
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Don’t rush to save Social Security, AARP tells Congress: ‘It should be debated openly — not through an accelerated process’
The Promise Act would curtail proper debate, the senior-focused organization said.
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EA FC gets a new age rating after loot box rule changes
The football game's popular Ultimate Team earns it a 16+ rating from age ratings board PEGI.
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ENRD to Serve as Head of U.S. Delegation at Forestry Ministerial at APEC Forum in China to Grow Support for Timber Trafficking Enforcement
The Justice Department today announced that Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General (PDAAG) Adam Gustafson of the Energy and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) will serve as the head of the United States’ delegation for a Ministerial Meeting on Forestry, which is part of a 2026 senior officials’ meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). Over the next week, PDAAG Gustafson will represent U.S. interests in emphasizing the importance of investigating and prosecuting timber trafficking crimes.
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EU finds TikTok violates digital rule book by failing to protect privacy of minors
The European Commission has found TikTok did not adequately protected children’s privacy rights on its platform by allowing adults to view the accounts of minors
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Edinburgh Industry Program Features Ewan McGregor, Kenneth Branagh and Bruce Dern and an Inaugural U.K. Film Conference
Ewan McGregor, Kenneth Branagh, Ken Burns, Christine Vachon and Bruce Dern have boarded the Edinburgh Intl. Film Festival’s 2026 industry program, a talent-heavy five-day lineup anchored by the inaugural U.K. Film Conference, billed as a state-of-the-nation summit for British independent cinema. Unspooling Aug. 14-18 at EIFF’s Festival Hub at Central Hall, the program folds starry […]
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Elevate Textiles to Close Burlington’s Finishing Plant
The company filed a WARN notice with the North Carolina Department of Commerce.
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Evangelista Enters the Luxury Lingerie Market
The new luxury lingerie brand founded by actress Christine Evangelista brings storytelling and heritage craft to luxury lingerie and loungewear fashions.
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Every Surprise Song BTS Has Performed on the ARIRANG World Tour (So Far)
The K-pop group has played two surprise songs during every show's encore.
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FDA advisers say six popular peptides can be compounded. Here are the issues they considered.
A group of experts, some of whom work in the peptide industry, said the Food and Drug Administration should allow six peptides to be compounded, in a move that could widen access to the popular wellness products for Americans.
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FDA advisory panel narrowly rejects compounding of one peptide, backs two others
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has lauded peptides and said he takes them himself.
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Facebook considers giving up and becoming TikTok
Facebook is planning some big changes to try and keep its users from jumping to rival social platforms like TikTok - changes that sound dubiously similar to becoming a TikTok clone. Facebook head Tom Alison announced today that the platform will begin testing a "reimagined experience" later this year that will put a subset of […] Facebook is planning some big changes to try and keep its users from jumping to rival social platforms like TikTok - changes that sound dubiously similar to becoming a TikTok clone. Facebook head Tom Alison announced today that the platform will begin testing a "reimagined experience" later this year that will put a subset of users into a "full-screen video the moment they open the app." Meta didn't share examples of what its experimental new interface will look like, only that it will initially roll out to countries with a noted preference for video conte
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Faisal Islam: The UK's Trump trade deal no longer looks world-beating
While the US tariffs imposed on the UK are effectively unchanged, other countries now have a better deal.
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Family of a man who was shot and killed by Madison police says he was 'exceptional'
An attorney for the family of a man who was shot and killed by Madison police says Corey Ruiz’s death was unjustified and unconstitutional
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Farmers are already set for a $55 billion payday — why does Washington want to give them even more?
Lawmakers fuel the national debt crisis with an $11 billion farm bailout nobody needs.
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Federal judges allow new Tennessee congressional map that splits majority-Black district in Memphis
A federal judicial panel has allowed a new Tennessee congressional map that splits apart a majority-Black district in Memphis
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Fifty women tell BBC they were pressured into having sex with strangers
Women said their partners had pushed or coerced them into taking part in swinging.
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Florida Teen Suing Meta Over Mental Health Harm Drops Claims Days Before Trial
A Florida teen dropped his lawsuit on Wednesday against Meta Platforms META.O, canceling a Los Angeles trial over claims the social media company’s apps caused his depression and anxiety. The trial, which had been slated to begin on Monday, was …
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Footwear Firms Face New Tariffs, and More Could Be on the Way
FDRA's Matt Priest is advising members that tariffs will "get back to mainly 20 percent in some form or fashion for most of our producing countries."
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Ford recalls more than half a million Broncos due to engine fire risk
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than half a million Broncos because a wiring harness in the engine compartment can short circuit and increase the risk of fire
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Former NFL star Tony Romo arrested for driving intoxicated
Romo was arrested outside Milwaukee on Thursday night, and arrested after performing poorly on field sobriety tests.
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Four Men Plead Guilty to $2M Minnesota Medicaid Fraud
Four Minnesota men pleaded guilty to defrauding Minnesota’s Housing Stabilization Services (HSS) program out of approximately $2.2 million and concealing the scheme by using artificial intelligence to create fake records when questioned by insurance companies.
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Four Palestinians and two Israelis killed in West Bank shooting
Palestinians say villagers came under attack by settlers, while the Israeli military says a Palestinian stole a weapon and opened fire on hikers.
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Four men dead after car crashes into lamp-post
The car left the road and crashed on Liverpool Road in Huyton just before 02:00 BST.
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France evacuates Cap Ferret peninsula as Spanish wildfires merge near Madrid – Europe live
French evacuees using hundreds of mobilised boats or the only road linking the area with the mainland as evacuation also ordered in areas near Spanish capital Over in France, it’s not just the south-west that gets affected, but the country’s south-east regions are also being hard hit, AFP noted. Dozens of fires flared up and are being fanned by the mistral wind around the historic village of Cotignac – officials saying around 25 houses had been destroyed since Tuesday. Continue reading...
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Fred Tsui Named Executive Director of Hong Kong International Film Festival Society
The Hong Kong International Film Festival Society has appointed Fred Tsui, founder and CEO of Moebius Entertainment, as its new executive director, the organization said Friday. Tsui succeeds Albert Lee and assumes the role Sept. 23, reporting to HKIFFS chair Dr. Wilfred Wong and the board. In the new post, Tsui will oversee the society’s […]
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Friday briefing: How disabled creators are challenging an ableist world
In today’s newsletter: Amid protests, policy battles and rising hostility, disabled designers and artists show how pleasure, creativity and visibility defy stigma Good morning. Among a display of slogan T-shirts in the V&A Dundee’s Design and Disability exhibition, the first that meets your eye reads “Access is love”. Then, lest you presume you’re in for an easy ride, the next one declares “Piss on pity”. That one’s a reference to the 1990 Block Telethon campaign, a pivotal moment when hundreds of disability activists gathered outside ITV studios in London during a live fundraising broadcast and noisily protested their portrayal as tragic victims and plucky heroes deserving of a charitable pat on the head from the public. UK politics | Regional mayors are to be given a leading role in the UK’s economic policy, Andy Burnham has said , as he called the opening of No 10 North “the big
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From high heels to ‘Zara death pants’: how fashion falls foul of women’s safety
A physio, a tailor and a historian on the style trends that can put women in hospital and how to avoid the dangers “Buyer beware” is one of the oldest principles in English law. Now, a pair of wide legged trousers from Zara is bringing the phrase back to the forefront of shoppers’ minds. On social media the £25.99 wide-legged trousers from the high-street retailer have earned the moniker “Zara death pants” thanks to a slew of videos showing wearers tripping over the leg of the trousers and injuring themselves. Continue reading...
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From the Archive: The Polka Dot Bikini Endures, From Gottex to Moschino
The polka dot, fashion's perennial summer print, has endured through decades of summer fun.
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Fury and Joshua shadow-box their way towards overdue $100m showdown
British heavyweights return to the ring this weekend and face low-risk opponents in run-up to long-trailed bout Tyson Fury has won one fight in the past two years and nine months. Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, has enjoyed a solitary victory over the past two years and four months. Fury outpointed Arslanbek Makhmudov , the lumbering Russian heavyweight, in April while Joshua laboured through five torpid rounds before he finally cut loose and broke the jaw of Jake Paul , the former YouTuber, in December. Their three defeats during this period are more vivid in the memory. Fury lost twice to Oleksandr Usyk – in May and December 2024 – while Joshua was knocked down four times and then stopped by Daniel Dubois inside five humiliating rounds in September that year. Despite the ravages of age, framed by yet another retirement for Fury and a traumatic period of inactivity for Joshua, they remain on
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Gemma Chan Is Having Her Moment With Peacock’s Biggest Hit and Award Season Buzz
The actress opens up about playing the complicated Gigi in Peacock’s breakout drama, why “Josephine” was worth the long wait and what she’s hoping to do next.
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Giant metal roosters spread autism acceptance in Maine after town zoning spat
Giant metal roosters are popping up on lawns in and around a coastal Maine community and as far away as New Zealand in support of a 6-year-old autistic girl and her love of the colorful creations
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Giant metal roosters spread autism acceptance in Maine after town zoning spat
Giant metal roosters are popping up on lawns in and around a coastal Maine community and as far away as New Zealand in support of a 6-year-old autistic girl and her love of the colorful creations
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Giraffes given a new home in Uganda to escape oil drilling in the country's largest park
Rangers in Uganda’s largest national park are on a mission to translocate 12 endangered Nubian giraffes
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Girl who singer D4vd is accused of killing was pregnant and had abortion: Testimony
Girl who singer D4vd is accused of killing was pregnant and had abortion, court testimony reveals
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Gracie Abrams Charges to No. 1 In Australia With ‘Daughter From Hell’
The week’s best-seller on vinyl, Daughter From Hell is the second leader for Abrams after 2024's The Secret Of Us .
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Gregg Araki, still L.A.'s homegrown punk provocateur, returns to remind us to be bold
Queer indie filmmaker Gregg Araki returns with 'I Want Your Sex,' starring Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman in a pointed examination of Gen Z attitudes.
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Guyanese authorities confirm death of 72 people in sinking of coastal ferry
Of the estimated 179 people aboard, 76 were rescued as efforts continue to salvage the ship and recover all bodies The confirmed death toll from the recent capsizing of a state ferry off Guyana ’s coast has risen to 72, with more bodies recovered as a multinational team struggle to salvage the partially submerged vessel. Of the estimated 179 people aboard, 76 people were rescued. The government has estimated that 100 may have died in the accident, which would make it the worst marine tragedy on record for the South American nation. Continue reading...
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HBO Max Leads the Emmy Drama and Comedy Races for the First Time Since 2017. How Often Do Both Frontrunners Win?
HBO Max wants it all. The most-nominated network enters Phase 2 of the Emmy race with the year’s two most-nominated series, giving the platform a rare opportunity to capture television’s top drama and comedy prizes, and potentially make history across three major program categories. “The Pitt,” the sophomore season of the breakout medical drama, leads […]
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HEART Force: Students help solve community problems
HEART Force: Students help solve community problems Big CIRES logo with smaller CU Boulder and NOAA logos on the right. (Image credit: CIRES at CU Boulder) Download Image July 24, 2026 A unique Colorado program gives students a seat at the table — and helps communities become safer, stronger, and more connected. Office of Education 0 Off
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He was homeless in L.A. Now, he's accused of hurling racist slurs at a 'Today' host
Crisscrossing the country — from Virginia to California, Florida, Maryland and finally New York — Andrew Truelove moved between the streets, jails, homeless shelters and psychiatric facilities.
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Hear U2, Martin Garrix Team Up for Anthemic Single ‘Fireflies’
The producer originally debuted the joint track during his set at Tomorrowland earlier this month
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Heat health alerts in effect for parts of UK as rain returns for some this weekend
Highs of 30C are expected in the south on Friday before wet weather arrives for the weekend - although it is unlikely to be enough, as Ben Rich explains.
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Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it
Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study.
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Heatwave reveals lost archaeological sites across Wales
The Royal Commission of Wales said some of these known sites have not been seen clearly in decades.
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Hole Reissuing Classic Albums on Vinyl
Pretty on the Inside, Live Through This, and Celebrity Skin are getting an array of wax represses
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Homes with grand designs for sale in England and Scotland – in pictures
From an intricate bronze-like townhouse in Manchester to a sculptural property in the Essex countryside Continue reading...
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Horror injury overshadows gymnastics silver for England at Commonwealths
A horror fall from England gymnast Gabriel Langton overshadows his team's silver medal in the team event on the opening night of action at Glasgow 2026.
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How Jimothy the raccoon became the internet's latest animal obsession
It all began with an innocuous video shared by Seattle resident Kiana Hall on Instagram.
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How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Kylie Cantrall
For the 'Descendants' actor, the ideal Sunday would include hiking, grabbing empanadas at the farmers market and jewelry at the flea.
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How volunteers with 3D printers make weapons for Ukraine
Last week, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy dismissed his tech-savvy defense minister. That sparked protests among supporters who credit him with helping transform Ukraine's defense capabilities. Special correspondent Simon Ostrovsky and producer Katia Patin report on the technologies and policies that helped drive that transformation. A warning: this story includes graphic descriptions of war.
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Hubble Spies One-Sided Spiral
This Hubble image features spiral galaxy NGC 4654, located 72 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden).
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Huge explosion and fire rip through Essex industrial site
A major incident was declared as 100 firefighters battled a huge blaze south of Chelmsford.
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Hurricane Fausto strengthens into Category 2 storm
Forecasters say Hurricane Fausto has strengthened into a Category 2 storm in the Pacific Ocean and is expected to approach the Hawaiian Islands next week
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Husband and Wife Insurance Brokers Sentenced for Fraud Scheme
A married couple from New Bedford, Massachusetts was sentenced yesterday for a scheme to defraud at least 50 individuals or insurance providers seeking insurance coverage through their business, BL Insurance Brokerage, LLC. According to U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley, a …
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I Love Breaking Menswear Rules, but I Still Won’t Wear Shorts to Work
This is ridiculous, I know. I am the style director of Women’s Wear Daily.
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I Only Ever Wear All Black, So I Tried Wearing Color to the Office for a Week
The rules were simple: I had to wear at least two colors, no black, and every outfit had to be inspired by the men’s spring 2027 runways.
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I am a 63-year-old semiretired physician. If I saved $2 million for retirement, should my Social Security become optional?
“At that point, they arguably no longer need the government’s retirement safety net.”
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I spent years trying to get smaller. Until I decided to get bigger
‘Bulking’, or gaining weight on purpose to get stronger, challenged everything I was once taught to do with my body I had been casually lifting weights for a few years when several things changed in quick succession. First, my boyfriend proposed. Continue reading...
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In Canada: The Inside Story Behind Angine de Poitrine’s Unprecedented Global Breakthrough
Also up north this week: Canada is the No. 4 music exporter worldwide, according to Luminate's midyear report.
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In The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan worries the end of politeness will destroy civilisation. I fear he’s right | Joseph Earp
Since I saw the movie, I have found it difficult not to see Trojan horses everywhere. We live now in a state of perpetual distrustfulness Prior to the release of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, I’m not sure many of us would have conceived of the Trojan Horse as a kind of proto-atomic bomb, the sort of norm-obliterating device from which civilisation cannot turn back. If anything, the horse has long existed in our collective imaginations as at best a credulity-stretching plot device – why did those overly trusting Trojans not think to look that particular horse in its wooden mouth? – and at worst a cutely comedic non-threat. The greatest civilisation of its age was taken down by a timber what ? But the true masterstroke of Nolan’s film is its parallels to the last one he dropped on us, Oppenheimer. Like that film, The Odyssey is about a haunted genius who, when presented with a problem,
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India cockroach protests: Videos show officers firing 'pellet guns'
Thousands of people have taken to the streets in Delhi as part of the cockroach protests, calling for educational reforms.
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India's 'cockroach' protesters hold talks with government as stalemate continues
The meeting came hours after activist Sonam Wangchuk announced he was ending his 26-day hunger strike.
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India’s Paid Music Subscribers Could Hit 30 Million by 2028, EY-IMI Report Finds
India’s paid music streaming subscriber base could grow to between 28 million and 30 million by 2028, up from an estimated 14 million as of December 2025, according to the EY and the Indian Music Industry (IMI) “How India Listens, Streams and Pays for Music” report, released Friday in Mumbai. The report draws on a […]
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Insurer Mapfre Estimates Venezuela Quake Losses at €25 Million
Spanish insurer Mapfre said on Thursday that losses from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela would be up to €25 million ($28.5 million), after its first-half net profit grew 9.4% despite storm-related claims in Spain and Portugal and negative currency …
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Is Asia Pacific Beauty Finally Turning a Corner?
Mainland China aside, Asia Pacific’s travel retail beauty outlook is looking rosier than the headlines suggest.
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It's the cocktail taking young drinkers by storm - but the packaging is 'unrecyclable'
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled because the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts.
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I’m 38, lost my job, and have to move back in with my parents. What did I do wrong?
My emergency fund is running out — I thought I did everything right
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I’ve been gaming for 40 years. Here are the best chairs in the UK for comfort, support and serious play
Whether you’re on PC or a console, level up your setup with our gaming expert’s pick of the best chairs • The best games of 2026 so far Comfort is crucial to the gaming experience. It’s hard to focus on blasting aliens or taking Stoke to the Champions League final if your bum has gone to sleep because you’ve been sitting on an old chair for three hours. We’re spending more time playing games than ever before , so good posture matters. If you have set up a dedicated gaming space, then a rickety seat just won’t cut it. From luxurious ergonomic thrones to cheap-and-cheerful bucket seats, the options available are bewildering. So I set out on an epic quest: to find the most comfortable, durable and stylish gaming chairs. Here’s what I discovered. Best gaming chair overall: Secretlab Titan Evo Best budget gaming chair: ThunderX3 Solo 360 Continue reading...
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Jack White Brings Out Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson to Tear Up Free’s ‘I’m a Mover’
The two rockers covered the Seventies deep cut during White’s show in Chicago
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Japan core inflation rate in June creeps up from 4-year low as higher oil prices bite
This is the first rise in core inflation since March, and was in line with the1.6% growth expected by economists polled by Reuters.
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Jason Epperson on the history found at national parks
America's national parks preserve not only the nation's most spectacular landscapes, but also some of its most important history. On Judy Woodruff's podcast, "In Pursuit of Happiness," she spoke with Jason Epperson. He is a podcaster and RV traveler who has spent years getting to know the parks with his family.
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Jennifer Lopez’s Best Shoe Moments in 2026, So Far: Clear Heels, Mules and More
See FN's picks for her best 2026 shoe moments in honor of her 57th birthday.
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Jennifer Lopez’s Ineffable Star Power, in 15 Vintage Snapshots
From her early days promoting the 1997 film Selena to the Versace dress that literally launched Google Images to her inimitable maternity style.
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Jon Bon Jovi Cuts Short Madison Square Garden Concert Due to Illness
The Hall of Fame inducted rock band cut short their set at Madison Square Garden, as Jon Bon Jovi struggled with the effects of a sinus infection.
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Judge says chef Eric Adjepong can't be alone with 7-year-old daughter amid abuse claims
A Maryland judge barred Food Network personality and 'Top Chef' alum Eric Adjepong from being alone with his 7-year-old daughter after finding a 'preponderance of evidence to believe' abuse claims.
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Jurgen Klopp starts his new job as Germany's head coach by threatening to quit
Jurgen Klopp starts his reign as Germany's head coach by threatening to quit if the media invades his family's privacy.
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Kalshi Accuses Netflix of Defamation Over Trailer for Prediction Markets Documentary
In a cease-and-desist, the company takes issue with the trailer falsely suggesting that Kalshi is violating a court order barring it from operating in Nevada.
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Katia Beauchamp Returns to Beauty With Nail Care Brand
The Birchbox cofounder launches Buff Beauty, a 22-SKU collection redefining nail care with skin care-inspired products and tools.
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Kelsea Ballerini and Patrick Droney Duet on Tender New Single ‘Math of Us’
Droney’s new album, Made You Look , is out now
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King Charles emerges from Doctor Who's TARDIS to open Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
King Charles III took his time before officially opening the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after emerging from the TARDIS of intergalactic adventurer “Doctor Who.”
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Kino Rebelde Boards Locarno Title ‘September Afternoon’ for International Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Kino Rebelde has picked up international sales rights for “September Afternoon” by writer-director Nicolaas Schmidt, which has its world premiere in the Cineasti del Presente competition section at the Locarno Film Festival. The film is described as a work that “transforms the romantic idea of the summer retreat into a quiet meditation on contemporary resignation, […]
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Kristen Stewart Punks up Her Pixie Cut for Summer
Set to front stoner comedy “The Wrong Girls,” Kristen Stewart headed out for dinner with co-star Alia Shawkat, and debuted a spiky crop of hair.
California
L.A. got a World Cup beer surge, not the economic jackpot it expected
World Cup economic impact on L.A., beer sales soar
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Laura Loomer meets with Ukraine's Zelenskyy after her major reversal on the war
Laura Loomer, an ardent ally of President Donald Trump with a reputation for incendiary social media commentary, sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday after a dramatic turnaround on the war that could have political reverberations back in Washington.
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Law student is charged over intercepted bomb in car
Isobella Perrie Sullivan's lawyer says she did not know that a bag in her car contained a bomb.
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LeBron James going to the Philadelphia 76ers is perfectly in character
Philadelphia wasn’t the obvious destination for LeBron James. That may be exactly why it makes perfect sense for a player who has always prioritized fit over sentiment Should we have seen this coming all along? LeBron James knew that joining the Golden State Warriors would have been a losing gamble on the health of players five times closer to the ends of their careers than the beginnings. He knew the Cleveland Cavaliers, however strong their analytics, hopelessly lacked the unquantifiable greatness of a championship team. He knew the Giannis Antetokounmpo-led Miami Heat were too unproven to hitch his wagon to. Of course he knew. Continue reading...
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Lewis Capaldi and RAYE to Headline Australia’s 2026 Spilt Milk Fest
The 2026 edition will visit Canberra, Gold Coast, Geelong and Perth this December, the start of the southern summer.
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Liberty Mutual Introduces Its Newest Brand Character: Liberty Biberty
Liberty Mutual Insurance has introduced its first new brand character in eight years: Liberty Biberty, the embodiment of the warm, fuzzy feeling you get when you have great coverage at a great price. Liberty Mutual first introduced the phrase “Liberty …
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Line Up! 5 Ways to Style a Striped Top This Season
A striped top is proving just as versatile as a white tee. Discover five editor-approved ways to style a striped top.
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Listen to Orville Peck’s New Song “Too Little, Too Late”
Emmylou Harris, Noah Cyrus, and Allison Russell feature on the singer's second LP, due out September 18
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Long overdue, life-changing or frivolous? Your thoughts on wedding rule changes
The government wants to relax wedding laws so couples can get married almost anywhere.
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Loose Threads: Paige Launches Handbags, Wrangler Plans Texas Flagship and More
The latest news from leading denim brands.
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Lou Koller, Frontman for Sick of It All, Dead at 61
In June 2024, the singer said that doctors had found a tumor in his esophagus and he would have to undergo treatment
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Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Reveals Inaugural Film Program, Including Busby Berkeley Fantasias and Avant-Garde Shorts
The museum show films in two theaters starting September 22.
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Lululemon, Fanatics Partner With MLB for Collection Featuring All 30 Teams
The launch campaign will feature Yankees first baseman Ben Rice and his girlfriend Sara Falkson.
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Luísa Sonza Makes Her Tomorrowland Belgium Debut, Joining Kris Kross Amsterdam for ‘My Oh My’
The singer joined the Dutch duo during their Tomorrowland set.
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Malia Baker on Returning to ‘Descendants’ and Her Dream Roles
Baker reflects on returning to Auradon, welcoming a new wave of castmates, the whirlwind of connecting with fans on tour and why playing Chloe has inspired her.
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Man describes trying to save mother and daughter who drowned off Essex beach
Craig Bowe says he heard screams during a trip to a beach to celebrate his daughter's birthday.
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Mangrove photography awards 2026 – in pictures
A selection of the winners, runners-up and highly commended photos from the Mangrove photography awards, run by the Mangrove Action Project, which received 5,258 entries from 87 countries. In its 12th year, the awards continue to offer a window into landscapes viewers may otherwise never encounter Continue reading...
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Mary Kate Golding, ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Set Decorator, Dies at 34 in Stabbing
Golding was found dead on Tuesday in her apartment in Astoria, Queens, having suffered a stab wound on her back, an NYPD spokesperson told People.
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Masked men invading and taking Amazon communities ‘hostage’ in organised crime surge, say local leaders
Delegation sent to Brasília after gunmen from organised crime group enter homes in western Amazon Indigenous leaders on the Brazilian-Peruvian border have said their communities are being “taken hostage” by organised crime groups who are running rampant across the region, destroying rainforest, building roads and trafficking drugs. Earlier this month, masked men armed with semi-automatic weapons entered homes in Apiwtxa, a village in the Kampa do Rio Amônia Indigenous territory, intimidating people and searching for targets. Continue reading...
Technology
Max Mara at 75: Celebrating Iconic Style, Heritage, and Empowering Women
Marking the anniversary, the brand has reissued some of its signature coats, and the company's family members, creative director and fashion coordinator discuss the past and the future.
California
Measles hits U.S. record not seen since 1991; California seen as vulnerable
There have been 2,318 measles cases reported across the nation this year, according to the CDC. That's higher than in any year since a significant nationwide measles epidemic from 1989 to 1991.
Technology
Meghan Markle’s and Prince Harry’s Favorite Seaside Town in Portugal Has Other Notable Fans
Christian Louboutin helped to spark interest in Melides by opening a five-star hotel in 2023.
Technology
Meta glasses banned by Comic-Con promoter after 'secret filming'
A number of guests said they would be reluctant to appear at conventions again after cases of recordings taking place without their knowledge.
Technology
Meta just created a moderation nightmare for its smart glasses
Meta's smart glasses have been a PR headache for the company. Public backlash has been swift, and fierce; people are concerned about the erosion of privacy and expansion of surveillance. Some especially bad actors are using the glasses to film themselves "pranking" random strangers. Women have become unsuspecting social media content for men filming themselves […] Meta's smart glasses have been a PR headache for the company. Public backlash has been swift, and fierce; people are concerned about the erosion of privacy and expansion of surveillance. Some especially bad actors are using the glasses to film themselves "pranking" random strangers . Women have become unsuspecting social media content for men filming themselves hitting on them without their knowledge. When your product is being referred to as "pervert glasses," you have a problem on your hands. On Thursday, Business Insid
Technology
Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer Are a Designer Fashion Duo at Comic-Con
The two stars wore looks by Marc Jacobs and Schiaparelli on Friday.
Technology
Microsoft pressures LG into killing unwanted McAfee ads
Microsoft has intervened to stop Windows 11 users with LG monitors from being bombarded with annoying McAfee trial pop-ups. In response to complaints about the LG bloatware, Microsoft's Windows chief, Pavan Davuluri, said that LG has agreed to immediately disable the McAfee pop-up from its LG Monitor App Installer, and pledged that Microsoft will "keep […] Microsoft has intervened to stop Windows 11 users with LG monitors from being bombarded with annoying McAfee trial pop-ups. In response to complaints about the LG bloatware, Microsoft's Windows chief, Pavan Davuluri, said that LG has agreed to immediately disable the McAfee pop-up from its LG Monitor App Installer, and pledged that Microsoft will "keep improving here with our ecosystem partners." This crackdown follows backlash about large pop-up ads for McAfee antivirus and LG's own apps appearing on Windows 11 PCs after being c
Technology
Midjourney bought the astrology app Co-Star
Midjourney, which has gone from generating AI cat images to full-body ultrasound scans, is getting into a new field: astrology. The AI startup announced on Thursday that it has acquired the personalized astrology app Co-Star, as reported earlier by Bloomberg. Co-Star is a free app that offers daily horoscopes and allows you to check your […] Midjourney, which has gone from generating AI cat images to full-body ultrasound scans , is getting into a new field: astrology. The AI startup announced on Thursday that it has acquired the personalized astrology app Co-Star, as reported earlier by Bloomberg . Co-Star is a free app that offers daily horoscopes and allows you to check your compatibility with friends. As noted on the app's FAQ page , it combines human insight, data from NASA, and AI to deliver personalized advice for users each day. The terms of Midjourney's deal, which reported
Technology
Ministry Announce Final Album and Farewell Tour
The industrial metallers are winding things down with Hate to Go (Take Out or Delivery)
Global
Multiple injured, 1 critically, after seaplane with 11 aboard crashes in Wash. state
Multiple people were injured, including one critically, after a seaplane with 11 people aboard, crashed off the coast of Washington state, according to authorities.
Markets
Munich Re Reports €2.2 Billion Profit on ‘Very Low’ Major Losses
Munich Re reported second-quarter proft that exceeded analyst estimates on “very low” major-loss expenditures in its property-casualty reinsurance business. Net income amounted to about €2.2 billion ($2.5 billion) in the three months through June, the Munich-based reinsurer said in a …
Culture
Museo Nacional del Ecuador Selects an Architect for Quito, Chelsea Set to Get a New Gallery this Art Week: Morning Links for July 24, 2026
Here's what we're reading this morning.
Technology
Musk's bad week: Tesla suffers worst slump since 2022, SpaceX drops ahead of Starship test flight
Tesla shares plunged almost 18% this week after the company missed on earnings and turned cash flow negative.
Culture
My advice to new Tate director – show us more art | Brief letters
Empty galleries | Cooking real food | Enigma of Alan Turing | DIY desperation | Futility rooms One thing that the new director of Tate could do ( Jessica Morgan named new Tate director – with ‘big pay cut’ to take job, 22 July ) is display a lot more of the art they have in store. There are acres of Tate Modern and (to a lesser extent) Tate Britain that are empty. No one wants a display like the Royal Academy summer exhibition. But having spent a fortune on extending Tate Modern, they could at least use it. Simon Rew London • Teaching schoolchildren to cook real food might mean they rely less on fast food and takeaways, thus reducing obesity, improving health and saving money ( Letters, 22 July ). I remember learning how to make beef stew and lamb hot pot and now, over 60 years later, still use the same delicious recipes. Gill Reeve London Continue reading...
Technology
NASA Announces New Spacecraft Technology Demonstration Mission at Moon
NASA is working with industry to advance the next phase of cislunar infrastructure for the agency’s Artemis program and Moon Base, including orbital assets and demonstrations. Under a contract awarded to Advanced Space, the agency’s CAPSTONE 02 mission will demonstrate rendezvous and proximity operations, autonomous navigation, and cislunar communication capabilities while continuing to characterize the […]
Technology
NASA to Support Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Testing, Advance Artemis
NASA and Blue Origin announced Friday they recently agreed to conduct second stage hot fire testing for the company’s New Glenn rocket on the B-2 test stand at the agency’s Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. The annex to a reimbursable Space Act Agreement signed earlier this month highlights NASA’s commitment to working […]
Technology
NASA’s ESCAPADE Snaps Family Portrait of Earth, Moon
On July 3, one of NASA’s two Mars-destined ESCAPADE (Escape and Plasma Acceleration and Dynamics Explorers) spacecraft captured photos of Earth and the Moon in visible and thermal infrared light. At the time, the spacecraft was 363,250 miles (584,600 kilometers) from Earth and 115,600 miles (186,100 kilometers) from the Moon, making the Moon appear relatively […]
Global
NBA superstar LeBron James to join Philadelphia 76ers
Basketball superstar LeBron James announces he will join the Philadelphia 76ers for what he says will be his final contract in the NBA.
Technology
National of Bosnia and Herzegovina Charged with Attempting to Fraudulently Obtain U.S. Citizenship by Failing to Disclose Role in Abuse of Prisoners
A federal grand jury in the District of Idaho returned an indictment last week charging Miran Kostic, 66, of Boise, Idaho, a national of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with lying while attempting to obtain U.S. citizenship.
California
Neurodivergent kids face special mental health risks. New initiative seeks ways to protect them
Jake Collective and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention are launching a $5 million, five-year initiative
Technology
New Crew Members Welcomed to International Space Station
From left, Expedition 74 flight engineers Anna Kikina and Pyotr Dubrov of Roscosmos, and Anil Menon of NASA pose for a July 18, 2026, photo while holding a cake celebrating their recent arrival aboard the International Space Station. The trio arrived at the space station on July 14, 2026, after launching from the Baikonur Cosmodrome […]
Technology
New U.S. tariffs linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners
U.S. President Donald Trump's latest set of tariffs drew objections Friday from America's trading partners including China and Japan, with Australia's trade minister slamming them as "completely unjustified."
Culture
New York Police Department investigates 2 stabbings as possible hate crimes
A man has been arrested after police said he stabbed two men in separate, nonfatal attacks on Manhattan’s Upper West Side
Global
News Wrap: CDC reports more measles cases so far this year than in all of 2025
In our news wrap Friday, the CDC says the U.S. has seen more cases of measles so far this year than in all of 2025, a massive outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has expanded to four additional states, Iran responded to U.S. strikes by launching waves of attacks targeting American bases in the region and at least 10 people were killed by a Russian ballistic missile strike in the Kyiv region.
California
Newsom appointed a close ally to this state board. Environmental groups say he has a conflict of interest
Environmental groups want Board of Environmental Safety member Rhys Williams to resign over ties to a lobbying firm — the latest Newsom aide to land a plum state board seat.
News
Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station
The Trump administration is seeking to rename Manhattan’s Penn Station as part of a planned $8 billion redesign of the country’s busiest transit hub
Global
Nigeria's president approves largest military expansion in recent times
The government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.
News
No bodycam footage in fatal Madison police shooting
As officials review widely circulated bystander videos of the fatal police shooting of a homeless man in Madison, Wisconsin, one key perspective won’t be emerging: footage from the officers’ body-worn cameras
Technology
Noah Kahan Gets a Fake Call From Congress Ordering Fans to Wear Diapers at Concerts
During his stop in Washington, the singer pretended to get a phone call from the government about fans relieving themselves mid-show
Technology
Noah Wyle on ‘The Pitt’ Fan Discourse, Saving Hollywood and What’s Coming In Season 3
Noah Wyle knows some “The Pitt” fans came down hard on his character, Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, given how the character’s personal struggles caused him to lash out at some of his colleagues in Season 2. But he tries not to pay attention to the online discourse. “The blending of the line between actor and […]
Technology
Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Is Still Going Strong With Rare Deals on Coach, Staud, Loewe & Veronica Beard
Fashion insiders' favorite sales event is live until August 9, and here's everything our own editors are shopping.
Technology
Norwegian Zombie Comedy ‘Grandmonster’ Wins Big Laughs and Top Outpost Award at Fantasia’s Frontières Market
Norwegian director Vegard Dahle’s zombie comedy “Grandmonster” has won the top Outpost Award, and a prize of post-production services, at the Fantasia Festival’s prestigious Frontières Co-Production Market, which handed out six awards at its closing cocktail, July 25. The film, about an American dropout who unintentionally triggers a zombie outbreak at a remote Norwegian nursing […]
Science
Nutrients in our food are declining. Can regenerative agriculture save it?
Approach focuses on rebuilding soil health, increasing biodiversity and restoring natural ecosystems For the last few decades, the nutrient content of our crops has been declining. In the late 90s, the US Department of Agriculture found the vitamin C content of lemons had decreased by almost a third over the previous 22 years. Calcium in carrots, an important source especially for non-meat eaters, had reduced , on average, by more than a quarter. Vitamin A in bananas was down by 57%. The mineral content of wheat has declined by between 20-30% since the 1960s. A number of reasons have been suggested for this worrying decline, ranging from new varieties of crop that are bred to grow quicker and bigger to the higher carbon dioxide levels in the air causing plants to produce more sugars and starches (they grow faster but they produce fewer nutrients). A wide range of fixes have been suggeste
Technology
OIP Insurtech Launches Document Intelligence AI, Reducing Compliance Review Time by Up to 80%
New platform automates inspection reviews, bind audits, policy checking, and compliance workflows across carriers, MGAs, brokers, and syndicates. OIP Insurtech has launched Document Intelligence AI, an insurance workflow automation platform that transforms manual inspection reviews, bind audits, policy checking, and …
Culture
Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression
Prosthetics designed to blend in as replacements for missing body parts are becoming tools for creative expression. This is especially true in the community of ocular prosthetics, or artificial eyes. Jeffrey Brown meets a Portland eye maker whose designs are helping clients see themselves in a new light. It's for our coverage of the intersection of health and arts, part of our CANVAS series.
Global
Officers hurt as police boat hits Westminster Bridge
Police say a number of armed officers entered the River Thames but were recovered after the crash.
Culture
Oliver Tree Celebration of Life in Santa Cruz to Feature Diplo, Tribute Videos, Live Music
Saturday's (July 25) event will also include unreleased video content and caskets for each of the late singer's characters.
Technology
On the Line: Social Audits Are Failing Pakistan’s Garment Workers
Also in this edition: Factory fires keep erupting, extreme heat is costing India’s informal workers billions in lost wages, another factory on the Thai-Cambodian border closes, and how to make sure Section 301 tariffs work.
Technology
Opetaia Foa’i Receives Billions Award For ‘Moana’ Ballad ‘We Know The Way’
Foa’I was on hand Thursday night, July 23 at APRA AMCOS’s Sydney headquarters for the award presentation.
Science
Opinion: I led the FDA’s food safety and nutrition center. Here’s what people are missing about the cyclospora outbreak
“Consumers should not be faced with a trade-off between nutrition and food safety,” writes Susan Mayne, former director of the FDA Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.
Science
Opinion: I may be one of the last middle-class medical students who could afford to become a doctor
A federal loan program made it possible for Gauri Gurumurthy to pursue medicine. Now that program is changing.
Technology
Opinion: The U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain problem is not about China
The national security framing of the discussion around pharmaceutical supply chain vulnerabilities is a distraction, writes Pooja Yerramilli.
Global
PM to spend first day working from northern branch of No 10
Various ministers are also set to work regularly from the northern branch of Downing Street.
Technology
Paramount agrees to delay WBD acquisition to as late as June 2027 amid legal challenge
Paramount previously said it intended to complete its WBD acquisition by the end of September, but said Friday the agreement is a "significant win."
California
Paramount agrees to months-long delay of Warner Bros. merger
The concessions come as Paramount Skydance was already facing the prospect of a lengthy moratorium. The latest delay could extend to next summer.
Markets
Paramount and Warner Bros pause $110bn merger amid legal challenge
Until a judge reaches a final verdict – or until 1 June 2027 – the Hollywood studios will remain completely separate, competing operations.
Global
Paramount will delay closing Warner buyout for months while judge considers states' challenge
In a court filing, Paramount said it wouldn't close the merger until either a court ruling is made on the merits of the states' lawsuit or June 1, 2027.
Culture
Paris Fashion Week Unveils Spring/Summer 2027 Schedule
Two designer debuts, notable returns and Paris’s usual blockbuster shows are in store this fall.
Technology
Pay raises keep shrinking. Here’s how much smaller they’ll be next year.
One solution is getting a different job — but that’s not so simple.
Technology
Pentagon lowers official Iran war death toll, omitting four killed this month
The Pentagon lowered its official Iran war death toll to 14 from 18, removing four service members killed this month.
Technology
People Moves: AIPSO Appoints Willis President and CEO; Canopius Names HSBC’s Alioto as Group COO; Doubtless Adds to North American Leadership
The Automobile Insurance Plans Service Office (AIPSO) appointed Executive Vice President Les Willis as president and CEO. Willis succeeds President and CEO Charles Kwolek, who is retiring after a 32-year career with the organization. Prior to joining AIPSO, Willis served …
Markets
People Moves: Executive Changes at Hudson Insurance
Odyssey Group Holdings, Inc., based in Stamford, Connecticut, made several leadership changes at its U.S. insurance subsidiary, Hudson Insurance Group, based in New York City. After more than 20 years with the company, Chris Gallagher will retire from Hudson, effective …
Markets
People Moves: Shepherd Insurance Names Kleymeyer as President of Employee Benefits
Shepherd Insurance announced that Matt Kleymeyer has joined the firm as the President of Employee Benefits, further strengthening the organization’s commitment to delivering innovative employee benefits solutions and exceptional client service. Based out of Shepherd’s headquarters in Carmel, Indiana, Kleymeyer …
Technology
PlayStation Network outage resolved after thousands of gamers unable to play
The outage affected gamers' ability to launch games, apps or network features on their PlayStation.
Culture
Plus-size models and £5 tickets: Sinéad O’Dwyer’s runway show puts inclusivity first
V&A event celebrates all shapes and sizes as wider fashion industry stalls on body diversity Visitors to London’s Victoria and Albert Museum on Friday afternoon to watch Sinéad O’Dwyer ’s Fashion in Motion show would have encountered something a little different. The cast of performers and models wore everything from underwear to skirt suits and sequins, and sometimes danced interpretively on the catwalk to a performance by the band Jeanie and The White Boys, but most notably came in all shapes and sizes. O’Dwyer’s work has pushed against fashion’s insistence on a thin body type since she appeared at London fashion week in 2021. If most brands make the samples for clothes shown on the catwalk based on a size 4-8, she uses a size 18. She has won awards for her work, as well as celebrity fans including Cardi B and Björk. Continue reading...
Culture
Poland's biggest opposition party faces split over tensions about its direction
Poland's main opposition party, Law and Justice, faces a split in a disagreement over its future direction
Global
Police in Northern Ireland intercept car bomb near Irish border
Irish police have intercepted a significant car bomb near the Northern Ireland border during an investigation of dissident republicans
Technology
Polish Fashion Brand Partners With AI Firm to Create 3D Digital Twins For Products
LPP is partnering with Pirxe, a company that specializes in spatial AI.
Global
Pompeii archaeologists reconstruct frescoed ceiling of a banquet hall
Archaeologists in the ancient city of Pompeii have unveiled the partially reconstructed frescoed ceiling vault of a banquet hall featuring detailed images of Greek mythology
Global
Prime Minister Carney says Canada is ready to respond if Trump's new tariffs go into effect
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will continue to negotiate a new trade deal with the U.S., but the country is willing to respond should new threatened tariffs come into effect
Markets
Prime Minister Carney says Canada is ready to respond to new Trump tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will continue to negotiate a new trade deal with the U.S., but the country is willing to respond should new threatened tariffs come into effect
Culture
Prominent Attorney Sentenced to Prison for Tax Evasion and Mortgage Fraud
Thomas C. Goldstein, a prominent appellate attorney who argued more than 40 cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and co-founded the widely read legal website SCOTUSblog, was sentenced to 72 months in prison today for tax crimes and mortgage fraud. The Court additionally revoked Goldstein’s bond and remanded him into custody.
Markets
Prudential Reimburses 2.85 Billion Yen After Misconduct Probe
Prudential Financial Inc. said it reimbursed 437 individuals about a total of 2.85 billion yen ($17.4 million) as part of remediation efforts following a regulatory probe into employee misconduct at its Japan business. In addition to the 498 individuals who …
California
Public funding cuts, lost grants, stagnant wages: How economic woes are dimming a vibrant art scene
With world-renowned cultural campuses, San Diego is one of the country’s top 100 arts communities, but can it hold its position amid shrinking arts investment and rising costs?
Technology
Public transit is a lifeline for countless Americans. Trump is derailing our protections | Lateefah Simon and Guillermo Mayer
The US will no longer hold transportation agencies accountable for unintentional discrimination. That’s devastating for those of us who depend on it As the first congenitally blind member of Congress and a former president of the Bay area Rapid Transit (Bart) Board, I know that the ability to move – to get to work, to school, to the doctor – is a freedom our nation’s civil rights laws have long promised to protect. Last month, the Trump administration derailed that promise. Through a regulatory maneuver designed to evade public scrutiny, the Department of Transportation announced it will no longer hold transportation agencies accountable when their decisions produce discriminatory outcomes – no matter how severe – so long as the discrimination was unintentional. As a result, decades of civil rights protection were erased by regulatory fiat. Congresswoman Lateefah Simon represents Califor
Technology
Qualcomm is about to raise prices and that’s bad news for everyone
Qualcomm sent a letter to customers on Friday warning of plans to increase its prices by "a percentage in the double digits," Bloomberg reports. The price hikes will go into effect starting with products shipped after September 1st. Qualcomm claims it has "exhausted its ability to absorb higher costs from suppliers," as ongoing component shortages […] Qualcomm sent a letter to customers on Friday warning of plans to increase its prices by "a percentage in the double digits," Bloomberg reports. The price hikes will go into effect starting with products shipped after September 1st. Qualcomm claims it has "exhausted its ability to absorb higher costs from suppliers," as ongoing component shortages continue to drive up prices. The company also said it attempted to source components from alternate suppliers prior to announcing the price hikes. As Bloomberg notes, Qualcomm's price increa
Science
Racy short story by Alan Turing offers glimpse of ‘playful, funny, cheeky’ side
Writing from year after gross indecency arrest challenges ‘isolated mathematician’ image, says Cambridge academic When people think of Alan Turing, they might imagine he was arrogant, isolated, humourless, tortured. A better way of remembering the father of modern computing would be, an academic argues, as “playful, funny, cheeky, literary, and someone who really liked sex”. The Cambridge University English literature professor Sarah Dillon has transcribed and studied a little-known short story that Turing wrote in the year after his arrest in Manchester for gross indecency. Continue reading...
Technology
Rain returns for some parts of the UK
Rain is returning for some of us this weekend – but is it enough for places that have seen little or now rain for weeks?
Technology
Rebel Wilson Defamation Case Ruling Appealed by ‘The Deb’ Star Charlotte MacInnes
Charlotte MacInnes has appealed her defeat in a defamation case against Rebel Wilson, challenging the findings that Wilson’s Instagram posts were not defamatory and did not cause serious harm to her reputation. MacInnes filed her notice of appeal on Thursday, one day after Justice Elizabeth Raper dismissed her defamation and breach-of-confidence claims in the Federal […]
Technology
Roku raises streaming hardware prices by up to $50
Roku has increased prices across its streaming hardware, with the cheapest HD Streaming Stick now priced at $39.99 instead of $29.99, as first reported by The Desk. The price hike affects all of Roku's other devices as well, with some increasing by as much as $50. Here's a rundown of the changes: Roku is currently […] The Roku Ultra. | Image: Roku Roku has increased prices across its streaming hardware, with the cheapest HD Streaming Stick now priced at $39.99 instead of $29.99, as first reported by The Desk . The price hike affects all of Roku's other devices as well, with some increasing by as much as $50. Here's a rundown of the changes: Streaming Stick : $29.99 to $39.99 Streaming Stick Plus: $39.99 to $59.99 Streaming Stick 4K : $49.99 to $79.99 Roku Ultra: $99.99 to $149.99 Roku Streambar SE : $99.99 to $149.99 Roku is currently holding a sale that puts some devices at their
Technology
Russian attack cuts power to around 150,000 in Ukraine’s north as Kyiv hits missile, oil facilities
The update comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed strikes on a key missile components facility in the Russian city of Kirov.
Markets
Russia’s Black Sea Waters Not Safe for Ships Amid Attacks, Moscow Warns
Moscow warned that it is unsafe to navigate in its Black Sea waters after Ukraine has been ramping up attacks on Russia-linked ships in the area. The warning was addressed to all vessels in Russia’s exclusive economic zone in the …
Technology
STAT+: Fatal gene-editing trial in China raises ethics and oversight questions
Sanofi insulin pen in short supply, a win for peptide compounds, and more biotech news from The Readout
Science
STAT+: Merck strikes voluntary licensing deals in poor countries for an experimental HIV prevention pill
Merck is striking licensing deals for its experimental HIV prevention pill in hope of getting wide-scale production started quickly.
Science
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about an FDA panel and peptides, a Merck license for an HIV pill, and more
In a win for peptide proponents, an FDA advisory panel recommended compounding pharmacies be allowed to make four of the drugs
Science
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
From new hires to departures, promotions, and hires, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharma industry.
Technology
STAT+: White House offers its science blueprint: More AI, less life sciences
The Trump administration released its blueprint for U.S. science, calling for shifting hundreds of billions of research dollars from universities to industry.
Technology
Sales Veteran Fred Tsui to Lead Hong Kong International Film Festival
The Moebius Entertainment founder and longtime Media Asia sales chief succeeds Albert Lee on Sept. 23, ahead of the festival's 51st edition next spring.
Global
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs has sickened 98 people in 17 states since November, FDA says
Investigators have determined that shell eggs recalled by Midwest Poultry Services are a likely source of the germ, but the Indiana-based company doesn't account for all the illnesses.
Markets
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs has sickened 98 people since November
Federal health officials report that nearly 100 people in 17 states have been sickened in a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs
Culture
School’s out for summer: what to wear when travelling
Whether you’re on a staycation or jetting away, drawstring trousers and clever layering will keep you cool Continue reading...
Markets
Scotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffs
The Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.
Science
Senate advances MAHA-friendly bill for food warning labels and junk food ad bans
Unexpected alliances among Republicans and Democrats were on display over a bill meant to rein in ultra-processed foods.
Technology
Should you use AI for a task? Here’s a simple way to decide | Bruce Schneier
Sometimes, what matters isn’t your output but what you put into the process. Think of it like work v the gym I teach public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Munk School at the University of Toronto. And it will come as no surprise to you that my students regularly use AI to complete their writing assignments. Doing so is a waste of their tuition money. But if their entire career is going to include AI writing assistants, why shouldn’t they embrace their future? The best way I’ve found to explain the dilemma comes from the AI researcher Daniel Meissler: it’s the difference between work and the gym. Continue reading...
Global
Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over London club confrontation
Other charges, including assault against Abraham Diaw, dropped as guilty plea averts trial The American singer and actor Chris Brown has admitted attacking a man in a private members’ club in London after playing a gig at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium in 2023. Brown will be sentenced in October for what prosecutors called an “unprovoked attack” with a bottle on the music producer Abraham Diaw at the Tape club in Hanover Square, Mayfair. Continue reading...
Global
Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over an altercation at a London nightclub
Singer Chris Brown has pleaded guilty in a London court to affray over an altercation at a London nightclub
Technology
Sneaker Politics Realizes 20-Year Dream With New Houston Store
The retailer also plans to open a location in Denver this fall.
Technology
Sony Pictures Sets Viral X-Inspired Short-Form Thriller ‘Los Hilos del Miedo’ at Prime Video Spain (EXCLUSIVE)
Sony Pictures International Productions’ Spanish operation is moving into short-form fiction with “Los Hilos del Miedo,” an eight-part psychological suspense series set to launch on Prime Video in Spain. Running approximately five minutes per episode, the production marks the division’s first short-form series and draws on stories by Spanish writer Salvador Gutiérrez Solís that went […]
Culture
Soulja Boy Requests DNA Test for Son With Ex Jackilyn Martinez
The rapper's filing comes in response to Martinez suing him last year.
Culture
Sound Deal: Sony Is Blowing Out These Top-Rated Headphones for Just $10
For under ten bucks, you get a pair of brand new, genuine Sony headphones for music, work, recording and more.
Technology
South Africa halts impeachment against President Cyril Ramaphosa over stolen cash inquiry
A South African court has ordered a halt to impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa
Global
South Africa's president wins bid to temporarily halt impeachment inquiry over 'Farmgate'
Ramaphosa has faced scrutiny following the theft of large sums of cash from his private farm in 2020.
Global
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana appears to be manipulating the system, families' lawyer says
On Thursday, Axel Rudakubana was moved from prison to a secure psychiatric hospital in Berkshire.
Technology
SpaceX launches Starship on test flight, this time with most advanced Starlinks
SpaceX’s Starship rocket has blasted off on another test flight, this time carrying 20 of the most advanced Starlinks
Technology
Spain Scores World Cup Docuseries at Prime Video
The four-part series boasts exclusive, never-before-seen footage of Spain's journey to World Cup glory, including from matches against Argentina and France.
Technology
Spain declares an emergency after wildfires force evacuations of 10,000 people
Tens of thousands of people in Spain and southern France have evacuated their homes while multiple wildfires rage out of control
Markets
Stocks rise on Wall Street while crude oil prices fall for the first time in a week
Stocks are rising on Wall Street and oil prices are falling for the first time in a week, even as heavy fighting in the Middle East again threatened to slow the global flow of oil
News
Students lose spots at Howard University over tuition payments weeks before classes
More than 500 incoming students at Howard University have learned this week that they have been unenrolled from the Washington, D.C., school and no longer have spots for the upcoming fall semester that begins Aug. 17
California
Suki Waterhouse Laces Up Knee-high Boots With Lingerie at Los Angeles Concert
A range of musicians opt for lace-up knee-high boots for the stage.
News
Supreme Court litigator gets prison for tax evasion case after gambling on poker
A prominent Supreme Court litigator has been sentenced to six years in prison for evading a multimillion-dollar IRS tax debt and engaging in mortgage fraud in a case that cast a spotlight on his secretive lifestyle as a high-stakes poker player
Technology
Sweden Plans To Ban “Forever Chemicals” in Consumer Products By 2028
Sweden says it will not wait for European Union to pass a ban.
Global
Tanzanian lecturer arrested over anti-government protests charged with terrorism
He is among more than 130 people detained over planned protests calling for democratic reforms.
Technology
Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement
The divorce, involving the chairman of one of South Korea's biggest companies, has gripped the nation.
News
Teen accused in deadly Apalachee High School shooting in Georgia set for plea
A teenager accused of killing four people at Apalachee High School in Georgia is due in court for a plea and sentencing hearing
Global
Teen pleads guilty in Georgia school shooting that killed four
Colt Gray was 14 when he shot and killed four people and injured nine others. He faces a life sentence.
Global
Ten killed in Russian attack on drone exhibition near Kyiv
The event, attended by prominent members of the Ukrainian defence industry, was hit by ballistic missiles in the middle of the day.
Global
Tens of thousands evacuated from French tourist spot and near Madrid as wildfires spread
The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials now ordering the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret peninsula.
Markets
Tesla Expands Robotaxi Service to Orlando, Tampa
Tesla this week expanded its robotaxi service to Orlando and Tampa, as the electric-vehicle maker races to prove that it can scale its autonomous ride-hailing business beyond its initial launch markets. The move comes a day before Tesla reports second-quarter …
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Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation Announces Staff Changes
The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers’ Compensation announced leadership staff changes. DWC is launching a new program area, AI Innovation and Integration, focused on the responsible, mission-driven use of artificial intelligence to modernize processes and reduce administrative burdens, …
Markets
Texas Panhandle Shaken by Strongest Earthquake to Hit the Region
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake rocked the Texas Panhandle early Thursday morning, one of the strongest recorded in Texas. Effects from the earthquake were felt throughout the rural region and as far as southern Oklahoma and New Mexico. According to the …
Culture
The 3-in-1 Leave-In Conditioner Made For Beach Days
Sun Bum’s Beach Formula is a leave-in conditioner formulated to detangle, nourish, and protect hair from the sun. Here's our full review.
Technology
The 7 Best Airbnbs in the Algarve, from Rustic Cottages to Whitewashed Villas
Headed to Portugal's coast? Book a villa Airbnb in the Algarve for an idyllic home base. Here are seven properties we've bookmarked.
Culture
The Best Eye Makeup For Blue Eyes, According To Makeup Artists
If you’re unsure where to start when looking for the best eye makeup for blue eyes, browse Vogue’s guide to top eyeshadows, liners and creams for blue eyes.
Culture
The Best Niacinamide Serums for Brighter, Smoother, and Bouncier Skin
We talked to dermatologists to find the best niacinamide serums. From The Ordinary to La Roche-Posay, these are Vogue’s favorites.
Technology
The Club's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
Intel shares gained after a blockbuster quarter, while Amkor was upgraded by UBS after an Nvidia partnership.
Technology
The Pool Films Acquires Tokyo-Based Photographer and Director Xavier Tera’s Debut, ‘The Color of the Sun,’ Ahead of Venice Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Paris-based The Pool Films has taken world rights to coming-of-age drama “The Color of the Sun,” which marks the feature film debut of Tokyo-based photographer and commercials director Xavier Tera, who has collaborated with the likes of Harry Styles, Kaytranada and Rosalia. “Color of the Sun,” which will soon launch from the Venice Film Festival’s Horizons […]
Culture
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Foreign Tongues’ Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart
Plus, the set starts in the top 10 on five more album charts.
Technology
The Scoop With Rains’s Philip Lotko: On Becoming Rains’s Creative Director, a Soccer Sponsorship and a New Sales Format
This week’s guest is Rains co-founder Philip Lotko. Founded in 2012 as a niche outerwear company, Rains has grown rapidly in its almost 15 years of existence.
Technology
The Short and Long of the Latest in Summer Dressing Out of Tokyo
New Japanese government regulations allowing shorts at work in the summer heat are stirring debate — and perhaps a trend — worldwide.
Technology
The Strokes: Reality Awaits review – a perfect marriage of mayhem and melody on their best album in years
(RCA/Cult) Allying the crackpot strangeness of Julian Casablancas’ side projects with his band’s gift for pop minimalism, the New Yorkers are on playful, joyous form Here’s a sentence no old-head Strokes fan wants to hear: to understand Reality Awaits, the stalwart NYC group’s seventh album and first in six years, you first have to understand the Voidz. Julian Casablancas’s other band has been taking up more and more of his time in recent years, much to the chagrin of fans who may have dipped into the group’s painfully, awkwardly proggy 2014 debut Tyranny and decided to just let the old legend have his fun (away from their own speakers, of course). Anyone who decided to listen further will have found that the Voidz have turned into a great, crowd-pleasing, safely experimental zone for Casablancas to pull out some of the most energised, goofy work of his career. If you’re thinking I come
Markets
The bond market hasn’t been this calm since the dot-com bust and the financial crisis. History warns of a rude awakening.
Junk-bond spreads are near the lows reached before the financial crisis of 2007-09. Here’s how to hedge before the market wakes up.
Technology
The pop band who went from playing for rescue dogs to selling out arenas
Muna discuss disastrous gigs, putting political action into music and the meaning of "queer pop".
Markets
The stock market is completely unprepared for a 6% yield on the 30-year Treasury
Long-bond spike would crush stock gains and deepen bond-fund losses.
Culture
The week around the world in 20 pictures
Wildfires in Europe, Russian missile strikes in Kyiv, the cockroach protests in New Delhi and the World Cup final – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists Warning: this gallery contains images some readers may find distressing Continue reading...
Markets
The world is facing its largest oil shock ever. Here is why prices are not higher.
Oil prices aren’t yet near the level economists had said would put the global economy in jeopardy of a recession.
Science
There are already more U.S. measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.
Global
They became best friends - then discovered they were brother and sister
Andrea Urmston knew she had a brother who had been adopted by another family, only to discover he was already her closest friend.
Technology
This New Denim Brand Caters to True Tall Proportions
A Tall Box aims to fill a long-standing gap that many standard size brands have tried to fill but failed.
Global
This desert oasis is a biological wonderland. Trump’s border wall threatens to destroy it
Environmental groups are sounding the alarm over plans that threaten a desert spring that’s home to rare fish and turtles and sacred to the O’odham people Quitobaquito Springs in south-west Arizona has been called a biological wonderland with few equals. The springs are an oasis in the vast Sonoran desert along the US-Mexico border, held sacred by the O’odham people, who call it A’al Vaipia. Here, water flows out of an aquifer at the bottom of a hill, runs along a short concrete channel and collects in a pond. Continue reading...
Markets
This energy company sidestepped Iran war challenges by pushing into data centers
SLB has looked beyond the Middle East, capitalizing on revenue opportunities in other regions and in the AI market.
Technology
This new bridge aimed to show US-Canada unity but instead stoked divisions
A bridge linking Michigan to Ontario is about to open but Canada has disinvited US dignitaries from the ceremony.
Global
Thousands of lightning strikes trigger fresh wildfires in western Canada
At least 90 active blazes in British Columbia in what PM says is one of the country’s most intense seasons on record How dangerous are wildfires and how can we stop them from getting worse? Fresh wildfires have broken out in western Canada and forests continued to burn in Ontario as the country battled what the prime minister, Mark Carney, called one of the most intense wildfire seasons on record. Nearly 34,000 lightning strikes over the past week led to a series of fires and evacuation orders in southern British Columbia. There were 25 evacuation orders and 90 active wildfires in the province as of Friday morning, and authorities said warming and drying conditions could cause them to grow. Continue reading...
Technology
Three Individuals Sentenced to Prison for Fraudulently Billing Medicare and Medicaid Through Opioid Addiction Treatment Clinics in Kentucky
A Texas businessman, a Kentucky doctor, and a Kentucky woman were sentenced to prison for their roles in fraudulently billing Medicare and Kentucky Medicaid over $4.8 million through a series of addiction treatment facilities.
Technology
TikTok’s protection of minors should not be opt-in, warns EU
TikTok has attracted the ire of the European Union over its protection of children who use the video sharing platform. The European Commission announced preliminary findings today under the Digital Services Act (DSA) that offer specific issues to address. The Commission suggests that TikTok should adjust the default settings of minors' "public" accounts so the […] TikTok has attracted the ire of the European Union over its protection of children who use the video sharing platform. The European Commission announced preliminary findings today under the Digital Services Act (DSA) that offer specific issues to address. The Commission suggests that TikTok should adjust the default settings of minors' "public" accounts so the content they post is only visible to TikTok users the teen has chosen to share it with, and that such content shouldn't be recommended to other users in the For You
Science
To Afford Aging in Place, Older Adults Turn to ‘Golden Girls’ Housing
A growing network of home-sharing programs is helping people find compatible housemates. And demand is rising, driven by housing shortages, rising rents, and sales prices that affect both the old and the young.
California
Tom Holland is the first 'Hot Ones' guest to puke after spicy 'Odyssey' interview
During the press tour for 'The Odyssey,' actor Tom Holland stopped by 'Hot Ones' for an interview that was too hot to handle.
Technology
Tourmaline Wore Miss Claire Sullivan—and Paid Homage to Marsha P. Johnson—at Her Virginia Countryside Wedding
The artist and activist married attorney Cameron Bills in a wedding that celebrated family and community, overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Technology
Trading Partners React to Trump’s Section 301 Duties With More Tariffs Brewing
Reactions from trading partners have been swift following the Trump administration’s imposition of new double-digit tariffs on Thursday.
Technology
Treasury yields retreat, 10-year hovers around January 2025 highs
U.S. Treasury yields retreated on Friday after briefly hitting the highest level since January 2025 the day before.
News
Tropical Storm Genevieve has formed in the Pacific Ocean
Tropical Storm Genevieve has formed in the Pacific Ocean
Technology
Trump Wants to Use Frozen Iranian Funds to Cover for Attacks on Ships
War-risk insurance premiums climbed after the latest Houthi attacks, with Kpler saying carriers are "cautious but selective" regarding Red Sea passages.
Global
Trump administration drive to seize election powers sparking ‘chaos’ despite pushback
US courts, state officials and Democrats warn that moves are endangering voting rights and the rule of law The Trump administration continues to expand its authoritarian and radical drive to revamp voting rules and seize state election powers, though it faces growing resistance from US courts, state officials and Democrats, who warn the moves are sparking “chaos” and endangering voting rights and the rule of law. Donald Trump’s unprecedented drive to change election rules, which states legally set, is fueled by his obsession with his 2020 election loss to Joe Biden, which he falsely attributes to voting fraud, coupled with his fear that Democrats will “find a reason to impeach me” if they take control of the House in November’s midterms elections, say former election officials and legal experts. Continue reading...
Technology
Trump considers ‘massive attack’ on Iran; Pakistan reportedly seeks to restart stalled peace talks
The president told Axios he was considering an operation "bigger than ever before" before Reuters reported Pakistan is seeking to restart peace talks.
Technology
Trump defends DOJ subpoenas of NY Times reporters; Google also was targeted
The DOJ is investigating the leak to The New York Times of security concerns about President Donald Trump's new Air Force One plane, donated by Qatar.
Technology
Trump expands a voluntary pledge to protect consumers from high utility bills from AI data centers
President Donald Trump is having governors and electricity companies join a pledge aimed at shielding U.S. consumers from higher utility bills because data centers
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Trump imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries as his 10% levies are set to expire Friday
President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court
Culture
Trump imposes fresh tariffs on more than 80 countries, drawing protests from US allies and trading partners
The new tariffs will replace a 10% global duty set to expire on Friday, and comes as after the US supreme court declared many of the earlier levies were illegal Donald Trump has imposed a fresh round of sweeping tariffs on more than 80 countries to replace a 10% global duty that was due to expire, setting off a wave of criticism and protests from US allies and major trading partners. In its latest attempt to instate aggressive trade policies despite challenges from the America’s highest court, the US has imposed a tariff of between a 10% or 12.5% on dozens of countries, including the United Kingdom, Mexico, Canada, Australia, India, China and the 27 countries that make up the European Union. It effectively replaces the blanket 10% tariff that Trump imposed in February, right after the US supreme court declared that many of his earlier tariffs were illegal. Continue reading...
Technology
Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices, claiming the bloc unfairly fined Google, Apple and other tech giants
Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices, claiming the bloc unfairly fined Google, Apple and other tech giants
Culture
Trump sets new tariffs on trading partners, covering nearly all U.S. imports
The latest set of tariffs from President Trump took effect on Friday for more than 80 countries, covering virtually all U.S. imports. They replace another set of tariffs, launched on what Trump called "liberation day," that the Supreme Court struck down earlier this year. Liz Landers reports.
Technology
Trump threatens EU with 'substantial TARIFF' for 'ROBBING' U.S. tech giants
Trump on Truth Social railed against the European Union's new fine on Google and prior penalties against U.S. tech giants Apple, Meta and Amazon.
Technology
Trump threatens EU with ‘substantial’ tariffs over fines of US tech giants
After Google fined €890m by EU, US president said Europe was ‘robbing’ American companies and taxpayers What to know about Trump’s new tariffs on more than 80 countries Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with additional and “substantial” tariffs after Brussels imposed a series of steep fines on US tech giants. The US president accused Brussels of taking “direct aim” at several American companies including Apple, Meta Platforms, Amazon and Google, writing in a Truth Social post: “The United States of America is not a ‘PIGGYBANK’ for Europe, nor will we allow it to be!” Continue reading...
Technology
Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies
The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed."
California
Trump wages court battle over rules for detaining migrant children
The Trump administration has pressed the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to 'thumbs-up, thumbs-down' the Flores settlement agreement, a decades-old case in Los Angeles federal court that sets the rules for how the government can detain migrant children.
Global
Trump's hunt for leverage over Saudi Arabia fuels nuclear proliferation concerns
The historic nuclear energy deal between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia has raised concern from nuclear proliferation experts.
Technology
Trump's new global tariff draws rebukes from trade partners over forced labor justification
U.S. trading partners have rejected the forced labor rationale behind Trump's new global tariffs, while most signaled plans to keep negotiating.
Global
Trump-backed SAVE Act is newest effort to collect private voter information
The administration is trying to consolidate state voter data into federal hands.
California
Two theaters, nonstop screenings: Inside the Lucas Museum's film programming plans
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art announced its inaugural film programs to run nonstop throughout the day in two dedicated theaters.
Global
U.S. military says it fired on another vessel trying to breach its blockade of Iranian ports
The U.S. and Iran showed no sign of backing away from their conflict after a 13th straight night of strikes. With fighting flaring again and diplomacy uncertain, both sides made moves suggesting an escalation was possible.
Technology
U.S. to see higher generic drug prices thanks to tariffs, CEO of leading India pharma firm warns
CEO of Indian pharma company Dr Reddy's has warned that Trump's proposed tariffs on generic drugs will make them more expensive for patients.
Technology
U.S., other nations back open-source AI with 'strong security' at China summit
The APEC statement is the first to include open-source cooperation at a minister level, said Li Lecheng, China's industry and information technology minister.
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UN human rights chief faces opposition in vote to extend his term for another four years
U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk is facing opposition ahead of a vote Friday for a second four-year term
Technology
US Mortgage Rates Rise for Third Straight Week
Mortgage rates in the US, already the highest in almost a year, rose for a third week, squeezing affordability as home price growth accelerates. The average for a 30-year, fixed loan climbed to 6.58% from 6.55% a week earlier, Freddie …
Markets
US Strikes Iran From South to North After Trump Threats Over Red Sea Shipping
U.S. missiles struck targets across Iran, reaching as far as its Caspian coast, on Friday after President Donald Trump vowed “major military punishment” for Tehran and its Houthi allies in Yemen for extending the Middle East war to a second …
Technology
US and Allies Say Russian Hackers Stole Emails Without Social Engineering
The United States and more than a dozen allied nations said on Thursday that Russian hackers stole emails from users of the Zimbra email program without having to fool them into opening an attachment or clicking a link. The trick, …
Global
US and Iran trade more strikes in Gulf as fears of escalation mount
It comes as Iran condemned the US plan to use frozen Iranian assets to pay for war damages.
Science
US health panel loosens restrictions for controversial peptides popular online
The vote marks a win for Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy who has said he's a big fan of the drugs, which haven't been well studied for human use.
Markets
US hits dozens of countries with new wave of tariffs
Imposed citing forced labour concerns, the levies replace a temporary global duty brought in after the US Supreme Court struck down tariffs in February.
Global
US measles cases hit 2,318 in 2026, surpassing last year's total, CDC data shows
The number of confirmed measles cases in the U.S. has hit 2,318, surpassing the total reported for all last year, according to newly updated data from the CDC.
Global
US measles cases reach 35-year high
There have been 2,318 confirmed cases of the virus, higher than last year's total with five months to go.
Technology
Uber and Waymo to end exclusivity arrangement in Atlanta and Austin
In Atlanta and Austin, Texas, Waymo driverless rides will be available on platforms other than Uber starting in 2028.
Technology
Ukraine hits Russia's largest online marketplace, hurting small businesses and bringing the war home
Ukrainian attacks have targeted Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer
Technology
Ukraine’s pivot to warehouse strikes brings war closer to ordinary Russians
Kyiv’s attacks on Wildberries, country’s answer to Amazon, destroy goods made, sold, and bought by everyday Russians Standing in front of a vast warehouse engulfed in flames outside Moscow, Tatyana Mikhailova watched as her entire stock of 4,000 fur coats, bought months in advance for the winter season, burned. “It’s not just a warehouse that’s burning,” Mikhailova said in a video she shared on Instagram. “It’s the time you’ve invested, the immense stress you’ve endured, your money, and your last bit of hope. All I feel is emptiness.” Continue reading...
Global
Using a bathroom 20 times a day - life in the middle of US cyclospora outbreak
A historic cyclospora outbreak spreading across the US is causing havoc in pockets of Michigan, the hardest hit state.
Technology
Valentino, Maison Margiela Among Runway Returns to Provisional Paris Schedule
The week will also see Drew Henry’s Courrèges debut.
Technology
Venice Biennale President Calls EU Withdrawal of Funding Over Russia ‘Entirely Political, Certainly Not Legal’
The European Union fulfilled its threat to withdraw a €2 million ($2.3 million) grant in response to Russia’s participation earlier this week.
Markets
Verizon’s stock rises as earnings show the company is no longer a ‘hunting ground’
The wireless company beat subscriber expectations while pulling back on costly promotions.
Technology
WATCH: 200,000 people flee out-of-control wildfires in France and Spain
Hundreds of firefighters are battling the flames, which have already consumed dozens of square miles.
Culture
WATCH: Comic-Con returns with costumes, fans and major movie reveals
Yasmeen Ludy takes us inside Comic-Con, where fans gather for epic cosplay, franchise news and a preview of Marvel's next Avengers film.
Global
WATCH: Dangling big rig shuts down major Texas highway for hours
A crash outside Houston sent a tractor trailer plunging off an overpass, leaving it dangling over the edge. The cab slammed to the ground below, but the driver luckily survived.
Global
WATCH: Dramatic rescue after seaplane crashes, bursts into flames
A seaplane skimming low over water along Washington state’s coast crashed into its rocky shoreline, bursting into flames. Good Samaritans rushed in to rescue those on board – all of whom survived.
Global
WATCH: FDA advisory panel recommends easing access to 6 out of 7 popular peptides
The two-day meeting hosted by the FDA had the backing of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has described himself as a "big fan" of peptides and vowed to overturn industry restrictions put in place under President Joe Biden.
Global
WATCH: Grandma's closet inspires young actress
ABC News' Danny New talks to a young woman going viral by performing in outfits from her grandmother's closet.
Global
WATCH: How brands are cashing in on viral Jimothy sensation
The raccoon, which appears to have a rare spinal deformity, has taken the internet by storm, attracting brands like Google and Goodyear as companies cash in on the animal’s popularity.
Global
WATCH: Johnny Depp surprises fans at Comic Con, Meghan Markle shares rare photos
ABC News’ Ashan Singh takes a deep dive into trending topics like Johnny Depp surprising fans at San Diego Comic Con and Meghan Markle’s photo dump with a stop at Princess Diana’s childhood home.
Global
WATCH: Real-life Spider-Man has superhero moment caught on traffic camera
An Arkansas State University student, dressed like Spider-Man for his job at a trampoline park, jumped out of his Jeep to help a man in a wheelchair cross a busy two-way street.
Global
WATCH: Real-life Spider-Man jumps into action to help man cross busy intersection
A driver dressed as Spider-Man jumped into action to help a man in a wheelchair cross a busy intersection in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
Global
WATCH: Trump says Venezuela is 'not ready yet' for elections after U.S. ouster of Maduro
"They're not ready yet for the elections, but at some point they will be," Trump said before mentioning the country's prowess in the Miss Universe pageants once he owned.
Global
WATCH: Trump speaks at White House Correspondents' Dinner after attack disrupted April event
President Donald Trump returned to the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner Friday night, delivering a rambling, hourlong speech that praised some journalists, took potshots at others, made jokes about public figures' weight and intellect, and quipped about a third presidential term.
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WATCH: Trump touts new nuclear reactors in his push to speed up domestic power
President Donald Trump hosted executives from nuclear power companies Friday in the Oval Office to celebrate a new milestone in the White House's push to accelerate the growth of nuclear power in the United States.
Global
WATCH: Video captures harrowing encounter with massive bear in Canada
A couple from Washington state hiking with their dog in Alberta, Canada, encountered a brown bear that followed them along the trail.
Global
WATCH: Video shows seaplane crash off Washington state
Dramatic video captured the moment a tourist floatplane carrying 11 people crashed off the Washington coast near Seattle. Everyone on board survived.
California
WCIRB: California Comp Premium Leveled off, But CT Claims Frequency Rose
California workers’ compensation premium growth leveled off as rates stabilize, but rising cumulative trauma claims continue to drive claim frequency higher, a new report shows. The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California released its 2026 State of the System …
Culture
Watch Charli xcx’s Full Theatrical Film That Accompanies Her New ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Album
The pop star gives fans a deeper look into her creative process & inspiration.
Culture
Watch Niall Horan Surprise ‘Off Campus’ Star Ella Bright by Turning Her Cover Song Into a Duet
"Oh my god, this is so wild," the shocked actress exclaimed.
Global
Watch moment of explosion as huge fire breaks out in Essex
More than 100 firefighters were sent to tackle a huge fire at industrial units on a farm on Friday.
Markets
Watch: Another day, more Trump tariffs - but are they working?
The BBC's Samira Hussain explains how President Trump's tariffs affect US economy, who pays the price, and whether they're working.
Science
Watch: GOP Senator Says Trump’s Tariffs Could Mean Safer Drugs — For a Price
Bill Cassidy of Louisiana chairs the Senate’s health committee. In an interview with KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner, he discusses the drug supply, his proposal to defray out-of-pocket costs, and his controversial vote to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary.
Culture
Waxahatchee’s Katie Crutchfield and Kevin Morby Welcome First Child: ‘He Is Perfect’
Morby announced the news on his Substack, revealing that the little guy decided to "kick the door in to weeks ahead of schedule."
Markets
We split money equally even when one of us earned a lot more
Hannah and Max continued to pool finances after Max was made redundant but took "drastic measures" to cut spending.
Global
Weather tracker: More than 900 wildfires rage across Canada
Fires remain out of control in Northwest Territories and Ontario, while Argentina endures record night-time heat Recent hot, dry weather in Canada has triggered hundreds of wildfires across the country. As of Wednesday, more than 900 were burning, scorching about 3m hectares of land. While fires have broken out in several provinces, the greatest concern is in the Northwest Territories and Ontario , where several remain out of control. Poor air quality has been reported across affected regions, with wildfire smoke carried by winds into the US and even across the Atlantic to northern Europe. The risk of further blazes remains high as North America enters the peak of fire season. Continue reading...
Culture
Week in wildlife: a thirsty baby hedgehog, a rare puffling and a jumping spider
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
Technology
Whack-a-drone
In Pasadena, California, there's a cute red brick courtyard where one storefront isn't like the rest. The glass doors open onto a sparse industrial hallway, which leads to a sunlit foyer with a large spiral staircase. Go up, and you'll see a typical coworking space: open tables, healthy snacks, a collection of meeting rooms with […] In Pasadena, California, there's a cute red brick courtyard where one storefront isn't like the rest. The glass doors open onto a sparse industrial hallway, which leads to a sunlit foyer with a large spiral staircase. Go up, and you'll see a typical coworking space: open tables, healthy snacks, a collection of meeting rooms with glass walls. Follow one hallway most of the way back, and you'll find Office 18. There are no signs of life in this tiny private office that's supposed to be the headquarters of Odyssey Robot, an upstart US drone company. We saw
Science
What can the Galápagos Islands’ animals teach us about the threats of El Niño?
In this week’s newsletter: the archipelago at the centre of the extreme weather phenomenon could help scientists predict how other marine ecosystems will adapt to our warming climate • Don’t get Down to Earth delivered to your inbox? Sign up here The ocean waters around the Galápagos Islands are hot. Very hot. Observed for centuries in the Pacific by fishers, the El Niño weather phenomenon begins when the prevailing trade winds slow, allowing warm water to spread east along the coast of South America. Right now, the pattern is in full flow and will build from this year into next, likely bringing record temperatures to an already overheating world. If 2026 is not the hottest year on record, 2027 surely will be – and the Galápagos archipelago is in the centre of this climate crisis. ‘It’s only going to get worse’: wildfires forcing firefighters to make impossible choices Millions face long
Technology
What kinds of black holes exist — and how are they different?
Scientists have identified four types of black holes, classified mostly by their masses. But these mysterious objects continue to challenge our understanding of the universe.
Technology
What’s to blame for Canada’s wildfires?
The inferno that sent toxic smoke billowing toward the United States won't be the last. Officials are now battling both the wildfires and misinformation.
Technology
Why Intel, Micron and other major chip stocks are falling — even as the rest of tech holds up
There isn’t one “smoking gun” catalyst — but investors could be reacting to Chinese memory developments, Korean stock-market weakness and Intel’s inability to sustain postearnings gains
Technology
Why bond investors are pushing up some of your interest rates
Many types of consumer loans such as mortgages peg their interest rate to the yield on 10-year Treasury bonds, which has been moving higher.
Markets
Why fixing the housing crisis for under-40s could trigger 10% Treasury yields
Bond prices will dive as structural inflation builds, says hedge fund manager
Technology
Wildfires force over 200K people in southern France, central Spain to flee homes
Wildfires force over 200,000 people in southern France and central Spain to flee homes, officials say
Global
Wisconsin officials open investigation into fatal police shooting
Corey Ruiz, 38, was shot and killed on Wednesday in an altercation with four officers. Police say he resisted arrest and pulled a knife during the incident.
Markets
World Bank Estimates Quakes Cost Venezuela $20 Billion in Damage
The twin earthquakes that hit Venezuela last month may have caused $19.6 billion in physical damage to buildings and infrastructure, or about 18% of gross domestic product, according to a preliminary assessment by the World Bank. Almost half of the …
Global
World chess chief faces endgame after EU announces Russia war sanctions
Arkady Dvorkovich, a former Russian deputy prime minister, now faces an EU travel ban and asset freeze.
Technology
Worldpeace DMT Drop Mixtape and Announce Album
Flowers Powers, out today, includes a cover of Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi
Markets
Would you take $65,000 today, or flip a coin for a chance to win $1.3 million?
Your answer to this viral poll question probably says a lot about the state of your finances.
Technology
You can’t ignore Google Zero anymore
The web and Google once had a deal: Google collects data and indexes webpages and in exchange sends oceans of traffic to websites. The deal wasn't perfect and certainly made Google more money than it made the websites, but it worked for a long time. Now, however, the deal seems to be dead. And the […] The web and Google once had a deal : Google collects data and indexes webpages and in exchange sends oceans of traffic to websites. The deal wasn't perfect and certainly made Google more money than it made the websites, but it worked for a long time. Now, however, the deal seems to be dead . And the web is being forced to reckon with what happens when the Google traffic dries up. On this episode of The Vergecast , David and Nilay talk about the week's Google Zero news, including Reddit's interest in getting out of an AI training deal , and the publishers considering blocking Google fr
Technology
Zach Cregger Teases His ‘Weapons’ Prequel and Its “Crazy” Approach to Gladys’ Origin Story
"There's an amazing story to be told about where Gladys comes from," the filmmaker told the Comic-Con crowd.
Global
Zelensky tries to fix crisis over removal of defence minister and counts the cost
Protests have continued over Zelensky's decision to dismiss Mykhailo Fedorov, and some commentators believe he has been damaged politically.
Technology
Zelenskyy says he's in talks with US company to jointly produce Patriot air defenses
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he has met with representatives of U.S. company Raytheon in Kyiv to discuss the joint production of Patriot air defense systems
Technology
Zendaya’s Cleopatra Makeup is the New ‘Clean Girl’
The Emmy-winning actress colored her eyes in sharp black shadow at the "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" Shanghai premiere.
Technology
‘72 Hours’ Review: Kevin Hart Throws Himself Into the Slapstick but Netflix’s Intergenerational Farce Squanders Its Premise
A 40-year-old marketing exec spends time with a group of Gen Zers to get a handle on youth culture in Tim Story's raucous action-comedy, also featuring Teyana Taylor and Mason Gooding.
Technology
‘Avatar’ Sequel Film ‘Aang: The Last Airbender’ Revives the Animated Franchise With Breathtaking Visuals: TV Review
It’s a shame most fans of the “Avatar” franchise won’t have the chance to see its first animated feature on the big screen. (M. Night Shyamalan’s risible 2010 live-action film will be acknowledged here and here only.) “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” is the first official release from Avatar Studios, the shingle set up half […]
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‘Blue Bloods,’ ‘Once Upon a Time’ TV Director Ralph W. Hemecker Dies at 65
Veteran TV director, writer and producer Ralph W. Hemecker, known for his work on shows including “The X-Files,” “Blue Bloods,” “Once Upon a Time” and “The Flash,” has died. He was 65. According to an obituary notice, Hemecker died July 10 at his home in Glendale, Calif. Hemecker’s credits over the years also include “Millennium,” […]
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‘Crutch’ Canceled After One Season at Paramount+
The Paramount+ multi-cam comedy “Crutch” is done after just one season, Variety has learned. The series, which starred Tracy Morgan in the title role, originally debuted on Paramount+ back in November 2025. News of the series ending comes as little surprise, as it failed to find a significant audience upon its debut and considering Morgan’s […]
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‘Feels Like a Full-Circle Moment’: VASSY Talks Tomorrowland Performance and Fresh Tune ‘DAY N NIGHT’
VASSY is returning to Tomorrowland "as a new mum to premiere the first single of an entirely new chapter," she tells Billboard.
Culture
‘Future generations will curse us for its loss’: can nothing save Glasgow School of Art, Mackintosh’s masterpiece?
Stratospheric costs could prevent the fire-damaged landmark from returning to its former glory. Now, unless a wealthy patron is found, the building seems destined for ‘soulless’ facade retention or ‘curated decay’ Doubly destroyed by two fires, Scotland’s finest piece of architecture, the Mackintosh building at the Glasgow School of Art (GSA), cuts a lamentable sight. A 12-year saga of destruction , rebuilding and yet more destruction , all underscored by an unedifying seam of political and institutional wrangling, reached an apologetic conclusion of sorts, with the recent announcement that Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s exquisite art nouveau creation is unlikely to be rebuilt in its original form because of stratospheric cost. Continue reading...
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‘I Needed Something to Sink My Teeth Into’: Why Amy Shark Decamped to a Converted Church In Wales to Create ‘Soft Pop’
“It was such a rollercoaster, but I'm just so proud of myself. I really went for it,” Shark tells Billboard.
Culture
‘I Want Your Sex’ and Hollywood’s New Favorite Age Gap
When Karley Sciortino wrote a script based on a BDSM relationship in her 20s with an older man, no one would touch it. More than a decade—and a gender swap—later, “I Want Your Sex” starring Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman was born.
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‘I know what it’s like to be vulnerable’: musician This Is Lorelei AKA Nate Amos on addiction and finding peace
The singer-songwriter and Water from Your Eyes guitarist was unstoppably prolific, despite a growing dependence on substances. Now sober, he reflects on his new album and the songs that helped him turn his life round For most of his life, Nate Amos made music just to get through the day. There was plenty of it: dozens of self-produced albums and EPs uploaded – since his This Is Lorelei project launched in 2012 – to what was then a plucky, independent platform called Bandcamp. Now 35, he is perhaps the quintessential Bandcamp artist: part bedroom-pop whiz, part alt-country troubadour, part indie rock rascal with a big, heavy heart. His peers treat him like a lost folk hero from a bygone era. Amos is sitting in the basement of a cafe in Camden Town, north London, cradling an iced matcha; coffee makes him “feel like shit”, he says, and he no longer indulges such foibles.
Culture
‘It was the moment I lost innocence’: how a childhood stop-and-search led to the British debut movie of the year
When Imran Perretta was young, he was abruptly pulled by police into a van for questioning. That experience, as well as the death of his mother, inspired him to make Ish, a coming-of-age tale set amongst the British Muslim community. He talks about trauma, designing toilets and making Luton look magnificent Imran Perretta always knew that the title of his debut feature film would be “Ish” – short for Ishmail, the name of the 12-year-old boy from Luton at the heart of his story. Only later did people point out the similarity to other coming-of-age films with three letters in the title: Kes by Ken Loach, and Satyajit Ray’s Apu trilogy. Now, as the reviews trickle in, the comparisons to Kes and Apu keep coming. Like them, Ish is a poetic film that grabs you by the heart and pulls you into a child’s perspective on the world. The response has been lovely, says Perretta, and a relief. “It’s ni
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‘It’s become a nepo baby sport’: how secondhand fashion got so expensive
Thanks to gen Z resellers and platforms like Depop, thrifting has lost its subcultural roots - and ballooned into a $350bn business Vintage boutique owner Janelle Best has been rummaging in thrift shop bins since the 90s. When she started, she says, there was a stigma about it. “It was either you were a freak, or you were poor – and I was a freak.” At first, she did it to source stage outfits while playing in psych-rock bands. Then, in 2005, she started “casually reselling” on eBay. Ten years later she was trading as Desert Stars Vintage at street markets, and by 2023 she had opened a showroom specializing in upmarket silk dresses in her Williamsburg apartment. Even just a few years ago, she says, she still put in the hours at places like Goodwill. The bins, she says, “were a field day. There were so many fucking bangers.” And then, thrifting became a social media craze, she says, “and t
Culture
‘It’s more than backcombing a beehive!’ How tribute acts got massive – and put the live music scene back in the black
Versions of Amy Winehouse and hundreds of other musicians are generating millions for beleaguered UK venues. But what is the emotional toll for the imitators, and are they pushing out original artists? As peak heatwave sun beams down on to a field in Derbyshire, Amy Winehouse tells the crowd she is in need of hydration – so Robbie Williams fetches her a drink. Elsewhere, members of the public stop the Beastie Boys for selfies, Fred Durst grooves along as Diana Ross covers Al Green, and shirtless teenagers form a circle pit during Korn as a woman sits knitting in a camping chair just behind them. James Brown and Prince turn out to be the same artist – just dressed up in different clothes. These are all scenes from Replika festival last month, which won the Guinness world record for the biggest tribute festival, with 108 acts performing across a very sweaty weekend. The punning deserves an
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‘It’s nothing personal’: Should I tell my 96-year-old stepmother that I don’t want her inheritance?
“I would likely be the one responsible for dealing with the house.”
Technology
‘I’m F-cking Done’: Ministry to Release Final Album in October
'Hate To Go (Take Out or Delivery)' will feature new single, “Burned Out," and be followed by a 2027 farewell tour
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‘I’m still confused’: I sold $80,000 in shares on June 30, so why didn’t I receive my dividend?
“To my surprise, the proceeds from the sale were credited to my money-market settlement fund.”
Technology
‘Lanterns’ Trailer: Hal Jordan Visits Sinestro in Prison, Guy Gardner Has a Cameo and a Shape-Shifting Manhunter Is on the Loose
HBO’s upcoming DC Studios drama “Lanterns” got a new trailer for the Green Lantern-inspired mystery at San Diego Comic Con. The eight-episode series premieres on HBO on Aug. 16. The show stars Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan, a veteran Green Lantern, and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, Jordan’s protege who is learning the ropes. The […]
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‘Netflix has to evolve’: can the upstart survive the end of the binge-watch era?
Streaming pioneer that transformed TV faces slowing growth and battle for viewers’ attention from YouTube When Netflix offered viewers the chance to binge on an entire season of House of Cards it revolutionised the TV industry and started on a path to becoming the world’s most popular streaming service. Almost 15 years on, however, the upstart’s strategy of pumping its service with an avalanche of content and an almost-as-rapid penchant for mercilessly cancelling shows has viewers reaching for the remote. Continue reading...
Technology
‘Off Campus’ Star Ella Bright Had No Idea Niall Horan Recorded ‘Baby Now That I Found You’ Duet
The actress compared it to “This Town,” the debut solo single from Horan from the early post-One Direction days
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‘Sia: Nostalgic for the Present’ Review: A Concert Performance Film from 2016, but It Channels Sia’s Mystery and Power
Sia’s greatest songs, like "Unstoppable" and "Titanium" and "The Greatest," are anthems of strength, power, fortitude, invincibility, and watching the movie it’s fascinating to behold how her facelessness feeds that quality. She’s an abstract figure, a pair of lips singing, and this creates the sensation that the power she’s singing about doesn’t emanate from her. She’s channeling a force larger than herself — the rising specter of feminine triumph. She’s merely the vessel.
Science
‘The Child Is Terrified’: Doctors on the Front Lines of a Measles Comeback Speak Out
Hear from six pediatricians in measles hot spot Utah as the U.S. faces infection levels not seen in over three decades and prepares to lose its status as a country that eliminated the dangerous disease.
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‘We are not romantically involved’: I’m marrying my platonic best friend of 20 years. Should I leave him my home?
“I own my home outright, have no children or other dependents.”