The Iran war and tariffs are costing farmers. Will Republicans pay in November?
In some tight midterm races, how farmers frustrated with the war and rising costs vote could make a difference. In some tight midterm races, how farme…
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Harry and Meghan Are Leaving California — But Are They Leaving Hollywood?
China cyberattack simulation raises US infrastructure security concerns
No cable? No problem — here’s where to stream this season’s Premier League matches
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Woman accused of plotting ISIS-inspired attack on New York Capitol building
A woman has been charged with providing support to a terror group after allegedly plotting an ISIS-inspired attack on the New York State Capitol build…
Michael Cohen is hosting President Trump on his radio show
President Donald Trump is expected to appear on the radio show of his former fixer-turned-foe Michael Cohen
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All Thing Considered host Mary Louise Kelly speaks with NPR correspondents Tom Bowman and Emily Feng about the ways in which the U.S. war with Iran is…
Melania kicks off first public appearance in a month with tongue-in-cheek joke about her absence
The first lady’s last public appearance was at the 2026 World Cup final
Mark Zuckerberg buys a 19th-century Gothic-style castle in Ireland
The Meta CEO said he and his family ‘look forward to spending time in Ireland’
Tasmania spent 28 years removing invasive carp from two lakes; after 49,301 fish were...
After a remarkable 28-year campaign, Tasmania's fisheries service has successfully eliminated invasive common carp from Lake Sorell and Lake Crescent.…
Pakistan seeks stronger Syria ties as PM invites al-Sharaa
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called Thursday for broadening cooperation with Syria and invited President Ahmed al-Sharaa to visit Pakistan,…
Trump administration announces new sanctions on Cuba, escalating economic pressure
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday announced new sanctions against Cuban individuals and entities, part of the Trump administration’s escalati…
Dozens dead after boat capsizes in Nigerian river
A boat capsized in a river in Nigeria’s northwestern Sokoto state, leaving dozens dead
These Transistors Engineered With Bacteria Are Literally Alive, if a Little Slow
Life imitates tech, kind of.
Apple Music will soon get visible labels for AI-generated content
Apple has shared more details about the AI labeling requirements it announced for Apple Music back in March. Here are the details.
Hyundai’s luxury brand has a new flagship EV, and no European plans for it
Genesis has unveiled the GV90, a full-size electric SUV with 490 kW, a 123.5 kWh battery and pillarless coach doors on the Neolun version. It goes on …
China Is Strapping ‘Digital Bombs’ to Civilian Infrastructure—Is the US Ready?
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” Andy Greenberg discusses sitting in on a war game simulating a cyberattack from the Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon
‘Wonder Man’ Cancelation ‘Deserves Some Study,’ Says Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
In a new interview, 'Wonder Man' star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II talks about the optics of canceling the show after season two had already been greenlit.
Why Everyday Athletes Are Testing Their Sweat (and Why It's MostlyPointless)
Take these devices with a grain of salt—maybe the sodium from your sweat. We may earn a commission from links on this page.TrainingPeaks—the training-…
Someone targeted security researchers using a fake crypto conference as a lure
A hacker pretending to work for a leading cryptocurrency news website targeted several cybersecurity professionals using Google Docs as a way to deliv…
Got a new Google Pixel 11 Pro XL? Here are the phone cases and covers that won't let you down
Take that dodgy, cheap case out of your basket — here are the options I'd trust to keep my Pixel 11 Pro XL protected from bumps and scratches. On the …
Rangers FC leads against Jablonec after Naderi’s opening goal in Conference League play-off
Rangers FC's lead in the play-off highlights their strategic squad investments, potentially securing vital European competition exposure. The post Ran…
Nvidia plans to ship new AI chip designed for China by end of this year
Nvidia's strategic move to supply AI chips to China highlights the complex interplay of global tech demand and geopolitical trade tensions. The post N…
Real Madrid restricts referee media access at Santiago Bernabéu
Real Madrid's media control at Bernabu challenges La Liga's transparency efforts, highlighting governance issues in Spanish football. The post Real Ma…
Nvidia pushes back on The Information’s report about its Groq 3 LPU
Nvidia's rebuttal highlights the strategic importance of accurate tech reporting, impacting market perceptions and competitive positioning. The post N…
Aster launches first USD1-denominated RWA perpetual markets with $28M liquidity fund
Aster's USD1-denominated markets could redefine stablecoin utility, enhancing liquidity and integration in real-world asset trading. The post Aster la…
Treasury buybacks fail to calm bond market as 30-year yield hits 19-year high
The Treasury's expanded buyback efforts highlight the challenges of managing soaring federal debt, impacting broader financial markets and borrowing c…
Trump lashes out at allies as Iran conflict deadlock persists
Trump's frustration with allies over Iran deadlock may strain international relations, impacting future diplomatic and economic engagements. The post …
Tether-backed Antalpha’s loan TVL declined $696 million as its gold bet returned a $22 million loss
Loans facilitated fell to $1.353 billion and guidance points below the second-quarter result, while Aurelion’s gold positions dominated the earnings s…
Vegas Sports Betting Contest Circa Survivor Raises The Stakes With A Record $20 Million
Are you ready for some football betting? Circa Survivor is back for another NFL season with a record $20 million […] The Vegas Sports Betting Contest…
Prime Video’s 100% Rotten Tomatoes Fantasy Series Is ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Meets ‘Discworld’
Prime Video's The Mighty Nein is a perfect marriage between the fantastical world of The Lord of the Rings and Terry Pratchett's humor of Discworld. T…
Allman Betts Band announce ‘Family Revival’ tour, three NY shows. Get tickets
The country-fried rockers will jam at the Beacon Theatre on Dec. 5.
Marvel Fans Still Have a Major Question About Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s Biggest MCU Cameo
Spider-Man: Brand New Day had many exciting moments in store for fans, from the reveal that Sadie Sink was in fact playing Jean Grey (which many had s…
Anna Faris Shares She Took a "Step Back" From Drinking Alcohol
Anna Faris is embracing a new chapter of life. The House Bunny actress recently shared that she has been experimenting with sobriety, and noticed t…
Apple TV's 10/10 Sci-Fi Series Deserves The Credit For Turning A Boring Read Into A Masterpiece
A daring streaming overhaul reshapes an iconic sci-fi author's stolid future history by adding intense political drama and vivid human stakes. While A…
Every NCIS Spinoff Explained
NCIS has evolved into a massive franchise with 8 spinoffs to explore. Their key differences make for distinct viewing experiences and characters. Afte…
5 Classic Nintendo Games that Are Completely Unplayable Today
As much progress as Nintendo's made in game preservation, some of the most important Nintendo games are still unplayable today Nintendo has made decen…
Atalanta vs Hapoel Tel Aviv – Scalvini forced off with early injured
Maurizio Sarri’s Atalanta era got underway on Thursday evening, with the Bergamo side hosting Hapoel Tel Aviv in the first leg of their Conference Lea…
Gavin Williams strikes out 11 as Guardians beat Giants 5-2
Gavin Williams struck out 11 over 5 2/3 innings, José Ramírez had an RBI single in the three-run first and the Cleveland Guardians beat the San Franci…
Notre Dame getting national title respect from key college football voice
College GameDay analyst Rece Davis is very high on Notre Dame this year. Believe it or not, we’re almost a week away from the start of the 2026 colleg…
Saquon Barkley lauds the recent RB deals: That's how it's supposed to be
Saquon Barkley was among a group of running backs who took part in a Zoom call in 2023 to discuss the depressed market for their position. Saquon Bark…
Ronaldinho returns in search of 'beautiful' 300th goal
Former Brazil star Ronaldinho, who retired from the game in 2015, said on Thursday that he was making a comeback 11 years later with Italian third-div…
Premier League's nine new rules for upcoming 2026/27 season explained
The Premier League is introducing nine new rules for the upcoming 2026/27 season, designed to reduce time-wasting and expand the use of the ever-conte…
Florida's roster spending lifts expectations for 2026 season
Florida's aggressive roster renovation under first-year coach Jon Sumrall highlights growing financial reality in college football. CBS Sports divided…
Cross Creek names Ezzard Horn as boys basketball head coach
Horn has been an assistant for Cross Creek during their 2021, 2022 and 2026 state title runs. The defending GHSA Class 3A boys basketball state champi…
Record cyclosporiasis outbreak tests the response of a 'weakened' health system
From state and local food-safety response to the federal health agencies that fund that work, a record-breaking year for cyclosporiasis cases runs up …
Paul Offit's Take on Trump's Vaccine Order
(MedPage Today) -- In this MedPage Today video, Paul Offit, MD, director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, r…
Sugary Drinks and Stomach Cancer; GLP-1 Use in IBD; Fiber Supplements for IBS
(MedPage Today) -- Prospective data from the U.S. found that people who drank a sugar-sweetened beverage each day had a more than twofold risk of deve…
From the EHR to a Courtroom; MDs Debunk Uterine Fibroid Misinfo; Which Vax Are You?
(MedPage Today) -- The following contains links to social media websites including Bluesky, X, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. "Medical doc…
BREAKING – WHO’s European Regional Office Head Hans Kluge Enters Race for Director-General
Dr Hans Henri Kluge, WHO’s Regional Director for Europe, has become the third candidate to throw his hat into the ring in the race for the next WHO Di…
Most Urban Youth Already on Bad Path by Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Standards
(MedPage Today) -- The relatively new concept of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) staging got further validation for young adults, based on a stu…
Can Creatine Help Non-Athletes? A Physical Therapist Weighs In
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We're Former AHRQ Leaders. Patient Safety Must Never be Partisan.
(MedPage Today) -- Americans understandably worry about affording healthcare. But they should also be concerned about its safety. Every day patients a…
Hypersonic impact rapidly transforms diamond into graphite, revealing energy-absorbing mechanism
Rice University researchers have developed a way to stabilize diamond during high-temperature and low-pressure processing, creating a strong bulk comp…
As Europe's rivers recede, shippers scramble to limit damage
Exceptionally low river levels in a Europe hit hard by drought and record heat have plunged transporters into turmoil this summer, driving up costs th…
Microbes from Earth may survive on the moon, scientists find
"Even a bootprint or a rover's tread may create a habitable area." Microbes from Earth might survive the harsh surface of the moon, albeit in a state …
From the lab to headlines: Why do some studies make the news while others don't?
When we read a news story about a new cancer treatment, an Alzheimer's breakthrough or an innovative technology, we rarely think about everything that…
Why social media algorithms send you posts you don't like
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Europe's heat waves scorch 80 million with 40 C heat
Europe's deadly, record-breaking summer heat waves sent temperatures above 40°C (104°F) in areas inhabited by 80 million people from mid-June to mid-A…
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NASA-Funded Mission to Rescue a Falling Space Telescope Officially Ends in Failure
The commercial LINK spacecraft was supposed to give NASA's Swift observatory a boost, pushing it higher into orbit to extend its life. But after launc…
How well do past extinctions predict extinction risk today?
In the last few centuries, mammals and other animals have been going extinct at least 100 times faster than they did before humans arrived on the scen…
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