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India refutes Trump's claim it stopped buying Russia oil

New Delhi has dismissed the US leader’s allegation, saying it is “unaware” of any halt in imports

Russia Today - US News - 38 minutes ago

Exclusive - Pfizer CEO attending $25 million fundraiser at Trump's golf club, sources say - Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla is expected at a pro-Trump fundraiser on Friday, sources told CBS News, one day after the president sent a letter pushing drug companies to slash prices. 7H ago

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla is expected at a pro-Trump fundraiser on Friday, sources told CBS News, one day after the president sent a letter pushing drug companies to slash prices.

CBS News - Politics - 49 minutes ago

Trump envoys visit Gaza aid sites after hundreds of Palestinians killed seeking help

Three Palestinians were killed at a Gaza aid site just hours after a visit to Rafah by Steve Witkoff and Mike Huckabee

Independent UK - Politics - 1 hour ago

Hot air balloon tours offer sky-high view of Antalya's rich heritage

Gliding high above the historic Aspendos site, fresh and vibrant hot air balloon tours in the Mediterranean tourism hotspot of Antalya are offering visitors a thrilling way to soak in the city’s stunning natural beauty and rich history from the skies.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 3 hours ago

Jeannie Seely, Country Hitmaker of the '60s and '70s and 58-Year Mainstay of the Grand Ole Opry, Dies at 85

Country star Jeannie Seely, who rose to fame in the '60s and '70s and became one of the Grand Ole Opry's most beloved performers, has died at 85.

Rolling Stone - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Trump tariffs inject more uncertainty into global economy

Trump's extensive new tariff regime on dozens of U.S. partners are launching new trade wars and sending shock waves through markets.

CNBC - Politics - 5 hours ago

Canadian aid part of Gaza airdrop as Israel loosens restrictions -- July 31, 2025

Experts say airdrops vastly less effective than trucks. Some airdropped aid has fallen in the sea, at least one struck and killed Palestinians

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 7 hours ago

Biden allies will unload 'Palinesque' stories about Kamala Harris' failings if ex-veep discusses his cognitive decline: report

"Wait till you hear the ‘Palinesque’ stories about how much they tried to help her be prepared to be vice president and be in a position to run," journalist Mark Halperin said Friday.

New York Post - US News - 8 hours ago

Higher U.S. tariffs will extend uncertainty for businesses, experts say -- Trade experts say the Trump administration's barrage of new tariffs could raise prices for consumers and cause headaches for businesses.

Trade experts say the Trump administration's barrage of new tariffs could raise prices for consumers and cause headaches for businesses.

CBS News - US News - 8 hours ago

Gridlock crumbles as Senate advances spending bills in race against shutdown

Senate advances spending package despite Republican concerns over increased funding levels as lawmakers race to prevent government shutdown by Sept. 30.

Fox News - Politics - 9 hours ago

U.S. officials visit Gaza aid site amid outcry -- President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee visited southern Gaza on Friday amid international outrage over starvation, aid shortages and deadly chaos near aid distribution sites. Margaret Brennan reports.

President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee visited southern Gaza on Friday amid international outrage over starvation, aid shortages and deadly chaos near aid distribution sites. Margaret Brennan reports.

CBS News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Osbourne and Yungblud first became close in 2022 after the 'Crazy Train' singer appeared in one of the young punk rocker's music videos.

Osbourne and Yungblud first became close in 2022 after the "Crazy Train" singer appeared in one of the young punk rocker's music videos.

New York Post - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Canadian aid part of Gaza airdrop after Israel loosens restrictions -- Politics

Canadian aid is being airdropped into Gaza a day after Ottawa announced its intention to recognize Palestinian statehood.

CBC News - Politics - 11 hours ago

Meta to share AI infrastructure costs via $2 billion asset sale

Meta Platforms is pressing ahead with efforts to bring in outside partners to help fund the massive infrastructure needed to power artificial intelligence, disclosing plans in a filing on Thursday to offload $2 billion in data center assets as part of that strategy.The strategy reflects a broader shift among

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 12 hours ago

Epstein confidante Ghislaine Maxwell transferred to lower-security prison in Texas

Move comes roughly a week after she was interviewed by the deputy US attorney general, Todd Blanche

Irish Times - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

RFK Jr. applauds revival of Presidential Fitness Test, underlines importance of 'failure' for kids

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. weighs in on President Donald Trump reviving the Presidential Fitness Test on ‘The Story.’

Fox News - Health - 12 hours ago

Why are people protesting against the Boston Consulting Group?

The consulting firm helped model a plan for what the United Nations described as 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza

Middle East Eye - World - 14 hours ago

Toll rises in Gaza as Trump envoy plans for visit -- President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Israel and is expected to visit Gaza, where the death toll among Palestinians waiting for aid continues to climb. -- Jul 31

President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Israel and is expected to visit Gaza, where the death toll among Palestinians waiting for aid continues to climb.

CBS News - World - 14 hours ago

Larry Fink's BlackRock loses bid to dismiss Texas climate collusion claims

The lawsuit is among the highest-profile cases targeting efforts to promote environmental, social and governance goals.

New York Post - Politics - 15 hours ago

Trump envoys visit Gaza after more than 1,300 killed seeking aid

Three Palestinians were killed at a Gaza aid site just hours after a visit to Rafah by Steve Witkoff and Mike Huckabee

Independent UK - US News - 16 hours ago

Weather - August 1, 2025 - Wildfire Smoke from Canada Blankets the U.S. Midwest in Haze of Bad Air Quality

Winds from the northwest are blowing cool, dry air—but also wildfire smoke—into the U.S. Midwest from Canada

Scientific American - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

19-year-old sailor presumed dead after lost at sea near Australian coast

A 19-year-old sailor was believed to be lost at sea this week in an assumed overboard incident that led to a 45-hour search for him in the Timor Sea, the Navy said Friday.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Weather -- Wildfire Smoke from Canada Blankets the U.S. Midwest in Haze of Bad Air Quality

Winds from the northwest are blowing cool, dry air—but also wildfire smoke—into the U.S. Midwest from Canada

Scientific American - Science - 17 hours ago

Record number of groups to speak at Supreme Court case against Quebec secularism law -- July 30, 2025

Case could reshape how governments use Charter’s notwithstanding clause

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 18 hours ago

Kamala Harris Said She Wasn't Going to 'Pile On' to Biden Criticism

In her first post-2024 interview, Kamala Harris offered praise for Joe Biden, adding that she wasn’t going to participate in the pile on against him.

New York Magazine - Politics - 18 hours ago

China urges US to 'stop shifting blame' over Ukraine conflict

Beijing has denied supporting Russia’s military and defended trade with Moscow as legal and balanced

Russia Today - World - 19 hours ago

Exercise, diet, brain workouts linked to sharper minds in seniors

It’s official: Older Americans worried about cognitive decline can stay sharper for longer by exercising both their bodies and their brains and eating...

Daily Sabah - Health - 20 hours ago

British Airways Owner Sees Profit Jump On 'Strong' Demand

IAG, the owner of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia, said Friday that its net profit jumped 44 percent in the first six months of the year on "strong demand".

International Business Times - Business - 22 hours ago

Reform UK candidate descended from top Muslim scholar rues racist abuse in campaign

Siddiq Mahmood 'Sidney' Malik, a descendant of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, tells MEE he faced a storm of Islamophobia during byelection

Middle East Eye - World - 22 hours ago

Drake reveals intimate details about son during live show

Drake spilled the beans about having a special connection with one European city, which is linked to his only child.During his live show in Amsterdam on Wednesday, July 30, the U My Everything...

International The News - Entertainment - 22 hours ago

Concern as health service wheelchair supplier could go bust -- , -- Concern as health service wheelchair supplier could go bust

NRS Healthcare supplies wheelchairs to the health service in Northern Ireland.

BBC News - Health - 23 hours ago

Artificial Intelligence -- Claude 4 Chatbot Raises Questions about AI Consciousness

A conversation with Anthropic’s chatbot raises questions about how AI talks about awareness.

Scientific American - Science - 23 hours ago

Microplastics found in brain tissue, health risks still unclear

PARIS: Tiny shards of plastic called microplastics have been detected accumulating in human brains, but there is not yet enough evidence to say whether this is doing us harm, experts have said.These...

International The News - Health - 23 hours ago

India-England: Will rain disrupt play again on Day 2? -- m read

Overcast skies, looming showers may hamper India’s bid for series-levelling win at Oval

Gulf News - Sports - 23 hours ago

Trump calls Russia's Ukraine war 'disgusting,' threatens sanctions

U.S. President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on Russia Thursday, calling its military actions in Ukraine “disgusting” and setting an Aug. 8 deadline...

Daily Sabah - World - 23 hours ago

Belgium refers war crimes complaints against Israeli soldiers to ICC -- Belgian prosecutors took action after a legal complaint by pro-Palestinian group that identified two Israeli soldiers at the Tomorrowland music festival.

Belgian prosecutors took action after a legal complaint by pro-Palestinian group that identified two Israeli soldiers at the Tomorrowland music festival.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Building the world's biggest plane -- The WindRunner aircraft aims to ease the transport of giant wind turbine blades. The company behind it, however, has never built a plane before.

The WindRunner is an ambitious aircraft project that could make it easier to use larger wind turbines. The company behind it, however, has never built a plane before.

BBC News - Technology - 1 day ago

EU agrees to more than double UK's tariff-free steel quota on certain products

British steelmakers are able to sell more to the EU tariff-free from yesterday in a boost for the beleaguered sector.

Independent.ie - Business - 1 day ago

New York, New Jersey Declare Emergencies as Heavy Rain Hits Northeast

State officials warned that extreme weather conditions could trigger landslides, rockslides, and flooded roadways.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Like writing in the sand: government promises of transformational change fail to eventuate

As the Productivity Commission releases new data showing mixed progress on Closing the Gap, the review reflects that governments are failing to live up to their words.

SBS - World - 1 day ago

ESPN Finally Decided Shannon Sharpe's Fate After He Reportedly Paid An Alleged $50-Million Sexual Assault Settlement

In April, 57-year-old Shannon Sharpe was accused of sexual misconduct and announced he would be stepping away from hosting duties at ESPN.

BuzzFeed News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Senate Panel Approves $1 Billion for Ukraine in Pentagon Spending Bill

The vote comes as Trump shortened a 50‑day window for Russia to reach a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

SEC debuts 'Project Crypto' to bring U.S. financial markets 'on chain'

The Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday debuted "Project Crypto," a plan to modernize securities regulations to allow crypto-based trading.

CNBC - Technology - 1 day ago

Your favourite model? Thanks to AI, they might not be real

American Vogue’s August 2025 issue has been making headlines after it was revealed that a model for an Guess advertisment was created using artificial intelligence.

CTV News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Family caregivers worry over planned Medicaid cuts' impact

About 63 million Americans, or a quarter of adults over 18, take care of an older or disabled person at home, and many rely on Medicaid funding for help.

NBC News - Health - 1 day ago

North China extreme rain, flood death toll climbs to at least 60

Extreme weather in northern China has killed at least 60 people over the past week, including 31 residents of a Beijing nursing home swept away by one of...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Video -- Torrential rain, flooding hit parts of northern China

Thousands of people were forced out of their homes on Monday after heavy rains in northern China, including villages around the capital Beijing.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

How much cash is the US raising from tariffs? -- The US is seeing increased tariffs income, but there are signs of some countries diverting trade elsewhere.

The US is seeing increased tariffs income, but there are signs of some countries diverting trade elsewhere.

BBC News - US News - 1 day ago

Construction industry disputes government claims of labour shortages

A GOVERNMENT report warning of a shortage of manpower to deliver on Ireland’s ambitious infrastru...

Irish Post - Business - 1 day ago

Elon Musk's xAI to sign safety part of EU's generative AI Code

The company behind the Grok AI chatbot hit out at other parts of the EU's GPAI Code as “profoundly detrimental to innovation”.

Euractiv - Technology - 1 day ago

VOLTAGE: Power price pains to continue through 2025

In today's edition: high-speed rail, fur farming, sustainability reporting.

Euractiv - Environment - 2 days ago

Minister rejects claim that recognition of Palestine state could breach international law

Small business minister Gareth Thomas says recognition of a Palestinian state is a "political judgement" after 38 peers issue a warning.

Sky News - Politics - 2 days ago

Explainer: What the Pakistan-US trade deal means

Pakistan and the Untied States on Thursday announced reaching a highly-anticipated trade agreement ahead of the President Donald Trump's August 1 deadline which will be expiring on Friday ...

International The News - Business - 2 days ago

Bargain-hungry Australians are shopping their hearts out

We may be spending less on eating out, but the rest of the retail sector is pumping. And a couple of rate cuts between now and spring could really send registers ringing.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Meta shares surge as AI investment pays off

Founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg signals investment in AI specialists, advancements and infrastructure will only continue to rise for the foreseeable future.

Sky News - Business - 2 days ago

The Woke Left's Meltdown Over the Sydney Sweeney Ad Explains Why the Dems Lost the Election

On Wednesday's "Alex Marlow Show," Breitbart's Entertainment Editor Jerome Hudson discussed the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad and reactions to it. | Clips

Breitbart - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Gas prices: Remain steady through the last week of July

The national average price for a gallon of regular gas has remained steady the last week of July.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta surges as Facebook parent's revenue soars on AI 'superintelligence' push

Meta has tried to revitalize its AI push by sparking a high-stakes talent war that has seen it dole out more than $100 million pay packages to researchers from rival firms.

New York Post - Technology - 2 days ago

German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier dies mountaineering in Pakistan

German biathlete and Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier was killed by falling rocks while scaling Laila Peak in Pakistan.

Aljazeera - Environment - 2 days ago

Tsunami hits Hawaii after massive earthquake off Russia

Officials say tsunami waves as high as 6ft recorded as they warn of drowning in force that could ‘take people out’

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

Siper missile passes final test, strengthens Türkiye's air shield

Türkiye’s domestically developed long-range air defense missile system, Siper, has successfully passed its serial production acceptance tests, marking a...

Daily Sabah - Business - 2 days ago

Flights at major UK airports disrupted by technical glitch

Flights at major airports across the United Kingdom were disrupted on Wednesday by a technical glitch that was quickly resolved, according to the air traffic control service.The number of aircraft...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Five years on: When Covid-hit UK returned to the pub - In July 2020, Britons enjoyed a brief respite from the isolation of Covid measures as pubs and bars opened again for business. See more

In July 2020, Britons enjoyed a brief respite from the isolation of Covid measures as pubs and bars opened again for business.

BBC News - Technology - 2 days ago

Oprah Opens Her Private Road in Hawaii amid Tsunami Evacuations, Denies Blocking Access as Backlash Brews

Accusations a private road running through Oprah Winfrey's estate on the Hawaiian island of Maui remained closed as local residents attempted to move to higher ground following a tsunami warning overnight were rebutted Wednesday morning.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Tsunami warning as it happened: Millions evacuated after strongest earthquake recorded since 2011 hits Russia; warnings issued for Pacific nations; Hawaii downgrades threat

A powerful earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings and evacuations across the Pacific from Japan to Hawaii. Follow our live updates.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Starbucks CEO Says Price Increases Will Be Last Resort Amid Plan to Revitalize Chain

The company reported declining sales for a sixth consecutive quarter.

Epoch Times - Business - 2 days ago

This Summer's Extreme Weather Explained: Flash Floods and Corn Sweat

Extreme weather is front-page news. But what are the phenomena behind the headlines?

Scientific American - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Kajol's sister Tanishaa Mukerji slams claim of makers paying people to cry in theatres during Saiyaara: 'What rubbish is this man...'

Kajol’s sister and actress Tanishaa Mukerji has slammed a person who claimed that these reactions were planned by the makers of Saiyaara and paid people money to cry and shout in a podcast titled The Asymmetric Crew featuring the creator, The Barber Shop with Shantanu.

First Post - Entertainment - 3 days ago

'Big Tech Censorship': Senate Campaign Arm Warns Apple iOS Update Could Remove $500 Million in Lost Revenue, Depress Get-Out-the Vote Messaging

The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) in an internal memo last week warned that Apple's latest update for mobile devices may rob the Republican Party in $500 million in lost revenue and depress get-out-the-vote efforts, which some say amounts to "big tech censorship."

Breitbart - Technology - 3 days ago

AI in Wyoming may soon use more electricity than state's human residents

Proposed data center would demand 5x Wyoming’s current power use at full deployment.

Ars Technica - Business - 3 days ago

Justice Department files misconduct complaint against federal judge handling deportation case

Escalating the administration's conflict with U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg, Atty. Gen. Pam Bondi said on social media that she directed the filing of the complaint against Boasberg “for making improper public comments about President Trump and his administration.”

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

New TV Series 'Zero Day Attack' Depicts China Invading Taiwan

A new television series depicts with accurate detail how China might invade the island of Taiwan if the communist country were to go through with it.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

China may gain greater control of Panama Canal after BlackRock deal misses deadline

CK Hutchison signals openness to include a Chinese investor in Panama Canal ports after negotiations with BlackRock expired, raising concerns about Beijing's influence.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

Eugenie Bouchard extends career, wins 1st round at National Bank Open in Montreal -- Daniel Rainbird

Eugenie Bouchard, the former world No. 5 — and first Canadian woman to contest a Grand Slam final in the open era — upset Colombia's Emiliana Arango 6-4, 2-6, 6-2 in the first round Monday night at the National Bank Open, extending her tennis career for at least one match.

CBC News - Sports - 3 days ago

What is AI Mode? Google's new search function comes to the UK

Users can ask long, complex enquiries and follow-ups using the new AI-powered Google Search feature

Evening Standard - Technology - 3 days ago

Ozzy Osbourne, godfather of heavy metal who later found fame on reality TV, dead at 76 -- News -- - -- Entertainment

Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic frontman of the 1970s heavy metal band Black Sabbath, earned his infamy biting the head off a bat on stage and pursuing a drug-fuelled lifestyle before reinventing himself as a lovable if often foul-mouthed reality TV star. The rock star died Tuesday at the age of 76.

CBC News - Entertainment - 4 days ago

30 dead, 80,000 evacuated as rains batter Beijing

BEIJING: Heavy rains have triggered severe flooding in Beijing, leaving at least 30 people dead and forcing thousands to flee their homes. Streets turned into rivers, villages were cut off, and...

International The News - World - 4 days ago

Celestica earnings blow past forecasts on AI demand

Toronto-based manufacturing giant reports quarterly revenue of $2.89-billion, up 21% from last year

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 4 days ago

New Data Shows Trump Gained Big With Muslims Just As He Betrays Them Over Gaza

A new analysis indicates that Trump really did do better with Muslims in 2024. Will that support last?

New York Magazine - Politics - 4 days ago

Satellite images show how receiving aid in Gaza became so deadly

Hundreds of Palestinians have reportedly been killed by Israeli gunfire and in crushes while trying to collect food

Economist - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Pressure's On for Trump to Make a Call on Ghislaine Maxwell

The convicted sex trafficker’s lawyer has called on “the President himself” to give her a pass days after she met with the DOJ.

New York Magazine - Politics - 4 days ago

After years of resistance, WhatsApp gives in to ads: What does this mean for users? -- WhatsApp, long considered a sanctuary from ads, is now showing promotions in its Updates tab. Meta's announcement brings status ads, channel promotions and paid subscriptions to the app. Private chats remain untouched, but the move marks a major shift from WhatsApp's ad-free roots, aligning it more closely with Meta's monetisation strategy

WhatsApp, long considered a sanctuary from ads, is now showing promotions in its Updates tab. Meta’s announcement brings status ads, channel promotions and paid subscriptions to the app. Private chats remain untouched, but the move marks a major shift from WhatsApp’s ad-free roots, aligning it more closely with Meta’s monetisation strategy

First Post - Technology - 4 days ago

TD Bank names John MacIntyre as new board chair, capping overhaul of executive team and directors

Mr. MacIntyre is well-known in financial circles, having co-founded private equity firm Birch Hill Partners Management in 2005

The Globe and Mail - Business - 4 days ago

Cambodia and Thailand agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes

US President Donald Trump is likely to claim the truce as a personal diplomatic victory.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 4 days ago

Beyond blame game: Thailand, Cambodia must understand their shared past

The talks between Phumtham Wechayachai, acting Prime Minister of Thailand, and his Cambodian counterpart Hun Manet, may bring a temporary pause to the conflict; however, lasting peace remains unlikely unless the deeper, unresolved issues are meaningfully addressed

First Post - Opinion - 5 days ago

Trump declaring US must win the AI race is 'one of the most important' statements of this term, says former deputy DNI

Former deputy DNI Cliff Sims explains why President Trump's stance on A.I. is so important on 'Sunday Night in America.'

Fox News - Technology - 5 days ago

Badenoch clashes with Geldof over claims Israel is 'lying' about Gaza

The former pop star behind the Live Aid concerts 40 years ago criticised the Israeli government’s handling of the Gaza food crisis. Israel insists Hamas is to blame for any shortages

Independent UK - Politics - 5 days ago

Brain microplastic levels jump 50% in 8 years, warns new study

A new U.S. study found that microplastic accumulation in the human brain has increased by nearly 50% in the last eight years, raising concerns about the...

Daily Sabah - Health - 6 days ago

Ozzy, a Beatles fan who raised hell -- Annie Zaleski

Osbourne helped shape everything from thrash to nu-metal but "worshipped" Lennon–McCartney ballads.

Salon - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Gaza famine: To be killed by an air strike is easier than watching your children starve

Amid a man-made famine, starving Palestinian families face the unthinkable: children and the elderly begging for bread, parents praying for death and a world watching in silence

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 6 days ago

How do air conditioners work, and what is the effect on the environment?

As record heatwaves boost demand for cooling, air conditioning becomes vital – but with a steep environmental cost.

Aljazeera - Science - 7 days ago

California wildfire victims left wondering where $100M went following FireAid benefit concert

California wildfire victims question where the $100 million from the FireAid benefit concert went, as charity reveals funds were given to nonprofits rather than individuals.

Fox News - US News - 7 days ago

Death confirmed from rare and deadly 'brain-eating amoeba' in southern lake

A fatal case of brain-eating amoeba has been reported in South Carolina, with health officials advising swimmers to take precautions in warm freshwater.

Fox News - Health - 7 days ago

The unique human body part that evolution cannot explain

The human chin has long been fertile ground for arguments between scientists over its purpose

Independent UK - Science - 7 days ago

White House unveils sweeping plan to "win" global AI race through deregulation

Trump’s “AI Action Plan” reverses regulations, sparks critical pushback.

Ars Technica - Business - 8 days ago

Flight attendant finds disgusting surprise under seat — and pleads with passengers not to do this: 'Straight to jail'

If this slob’s goal was to commit a freakishly foul offense at 30,000 feet — they absolutely nailed it.

New York Post - Weird - 8 days ago

Photos: Deadly Cyprus wildfire claims two lives, forces mass evacuations

Extreme heat and powerful winds fuel a raging wildfire in Cyprus, endangering villages and displacing hundreds.

Aljazeera - Environment - 8 days ago

Calmes: Trump finds a new way to taint the office of the presidency

All but ordering his Justice Department lackeys to arrest and prosecute President Obama for treason is an unprecedented low for the president.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 8 days ago

U.N.'s top court says failing to address climate change could violate international law

The nonbinding opinion, which runs to over 500 pages, was hailed as a turning point in international climate law.

NBC News - Science - 9 days ago

US oil producer Continental Resources drops fraud lawsuit against rival Hess

Continental Resources has dropped a lawsuit against rival Hess, which alleged it was defrauded out of up to $69 million through a series of deals the well operator conducted with its subsidiaries.

One America News Network - Business - 9 days ago

Istanbul once again serves as scene for Ukraine-Russia peace talks

Through the mediation of Türkiye, Ukrainian and Russian delegations met once again in Istanbul to discuss conditions and expectations for peace

Daily Sabah - Politics - 9 days ago

Protect your brain: Expert tips to fight Alzheimer's

Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are among the most pressing health challenges worldwide, affecting millions of people and their families....

Daily Sabah - Health - 9 days ago

Ambien under scrutiny amid claims Joe Biden had been taking sleep drug

After Hunter Biden suggested his father's debate performance was impacted by Ambien use, doctors note the sleep medication can cause confusion and cognitive issues in elderly patients.

Fox News - Health - 10 days ago

What to expect from Russia and Ukraine's third round of peace talks

Previous negotiations have failed to bring an end to the war, with both sides remaining resolute in their demands.

SBS - Politics - 10 days ago

'I saw death': Palestinians recall Israeli massacre of nearly 100 aid seekers

Desperate Palestinians recount the horror of trying to reach a bag of flour as Israeli forces showered them with bullets and shells

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 10 days ago

'Ridiculous move' by the Coldplay affair couple to act so boldly in public: Brett Cooper

Fox News contributor Brett Cooper highlights some of the biggest stories from the weekend on 'Hannity.'

Fox News - Opinion - 11 days ago

Britain and ChatGPT maker OpenAI sign new strategic partnership

Deal aims to deepen collaboration on AI security research and explore investing in infrastructure, such as data centres, government says

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 11 days ago

Plaid Cymru holds Pontypridd Town seat on RCT Council

Wiliam Rees won the Pontyoridd Town by -election which was held on Thursday, July 17

WalesOnline - Politics - 14 days ago

Dr. Oz says Congress saved Medicaid from 'being at risk of bankruptcy'

Oz said on Fox News’s Fox and Friends that Medicaid wasn’t always meant for “able-bodied individuals.”

Washington Examiner - Health - 16 days ago

New Grok AI model surprises experts by checking Elon Musk's views before answering

Grok 4’s “reasoning” shows cases where the chatbot consults Musk posts to answer divisive questions.

Ars Technica - Business - 18 days ago

Popular back pain medication linked to brain health risks in some patients

New research shows adults aged 35 to 64 prescribed gabapentin for chronic pain are twice as likely to develop dementia and three times more likely to develop mild cognitive impairment.

Fox News - Health - 20 days ago

xAI launches Grok 4 with advanced reasoning and coding capabilities

Washington: The artificial intelligence company xAI, founded by American billionaire Elon Musk, announced the release of its latest AI model, Grok 4....

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 21 days ago

OpenAI set to launch AI browser, taking aim at Google Chrome

OpenAI is close to releasing an AI-powered web browser that will challenge Alphabet's market-dominating Google Chrome, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters.The browser is slated to...

International The News - Technology - 23 days ago

China retaliates against EU ban with curbs on medical device imports

China's finance ministry said on Sunday it was restricting government purchases of medical devices from the European Union that exceed 45 million yuan in value, in retaliation to Brussels' own...

International The News - Health - 26 days ago

Cork gamer speaks about playing FIFA games against Diogo Jota – 'It was a mad thing to happen'

The name Diogo Jota provokes different connotations in different people.

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 28 days ago

'Shark Tank' star Barbara Corcoran reveals secret weapons in the battle against aging

'Shark Tank' star Barbara Corcoran reveals her anti-aging regimen on Instagram, including three facelifts, various lifts, fillers, laser treatments and cosmetic maintenance procedures.

Fox News - Health - 29 days ago

Army Secretary Fires Entire Corps of Civilian Advisers from Communities Across US -- Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has ousted his entire slate of civilian advisers in a sweeping move aimed at clearing space for...

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has ousted his entire slate of civilian advisers in a sweeping move aimed at clearing space for voices from the tech world, as the service doubles down on its push to modernize with a Silicon Valley-style lens.

Military.com - Technology - 1 month ago

From Field to Cloud: How Shankar Narayanan Is Reinventing Energy Infrastructure with AI and Systems Thinking

From compressor decks to boardrooms, Shankar Narayanan has helped define the future of operational reliability, AI-driven optimisation, and cloud transformation in the energy industry.

International Business Times - Technology - 1 month ago

EPA Drops Legal Case Against the GEO Group, a Major Trump Donor, Over Its Misuse of Harmful Disinfectant in an ICE Facility

A complaint filed under the Biden administration alleged that on more than 1,000 occasions in 2022 and 2023, the GEO Group had its employees use the disinfectant, which causes irreversible eye damage and skin burns, without proper protection.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

Apple under pressure to shine after AI stumble

San Francisco, United States: Pressure is onAppleto show it hasn t lost its magic despite broken promises to ramp up iPhones with generative artificia...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

Texas Lawmakers Pull Funding for Child Identification Kits Again After Newsrooms Report They Don't Work

For the second legislative session, lawmakers have withdrawn funding for a company selling kits that promise to help find missing kids after ProPublica and The Texas Tribune reported there’s no evidence to support that claim.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 month ago

Google's AI Mode seen as 'strategic adaptation' in search race

Even though at the start of the unprecedented artificial intelligence race that kicked off at the end of 2022 and beginning of 2023, search giant Google...

Daily Sabah - Business - 2 months ago

Chicago restaurateurs push for repeal of law raising tipped wages; supporters want to expand it statewide

Owners say since the city's One Fair Wage law took effect last year, it has forced them to raise prices, cut staff or limit hiring.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 2 months ago

Women health workers in Kerala, India, demand fair wages and recognition of work

A minority union of accredited social health activists in Kerala, southern India, has been on an indefinite strike since February 2025, demanding a minimum wage and protesting against the state government.

Global Voices - Health - 2 months ago

Chess grandmaster playing match against 140,000 people reveals expected result

The mega-match features undisputed number one player Norwegian Magnus Carlsen playing freestyle chess online against "the world".

Sky News - Weird - 2 months ago

Educate And Uplift: The Relentless Work Of Chaim Malespin To Serve Israel And The World

Born in the United States and raised in Israel, after immigrating at the age of 15, Malespin's life has been shaped by a deep-rooted conviction that helping others achieve their full potential is not an act of charity but a sacred obligation.

International Business Times - US News - 2 months ago

Business -- Mixing Things Up: Trulieve Launches Line of Cannabis Cocktails

The cannabis giant has announced the launch of Onward, a new line of weed-infused cocktails.

Miami New Times - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Snowboarder Escapes Avalanche While Descending Mountain in Turkey

It was a close call for a snowboarder who got caught in an avalanche. Sahabettin Gun reportedly spent four hours climbing Mount Artos in Turkey to make a descent on his board when the snow started chasing him.

Inside Edition - Sports - 3 months ago

How Long Will AI's Free-Trial Era Last?

OpenAI and other AI companies are heavily subsidizing the cost of using their products. It won’t last forever.

New York Magazine - Business - 4 months ago

The DOGE Rampage Is Also a Bailout for Elon Musk

Elon Musk’s incursion into the federal government is unprecedented. It’s also pretty good news for his companies.

New York Magazine - Technology - 5 months ago

Asteroid contains building blocks of life, say scientists

Bennu contains minerals and thousands of organic molecules, including the chemical components that make up DNA.

BBC News - Science - 6 months ago

A regional protest erupts in Azerbaijan following fatal car accident

The protest over an accident in which four schoolchildren were struck by a police car was met with a heavy-handed response from authorities.

Global Voices - World - 6 months ago

Insurers Failed to Comply With Mental Health Coverage Law, Department of Labor Report Finds

The probe found widespread noncompliance and violations of federal law in how health plans and insurers cover mental health care, echoing the findings of a recent ProPublica investigation.

ProPublica - Health - 6 months ago

California's FAIR Plan, the home insurer of last resort, may need a bailout after the L.A. fires

California's Fair Plan, the state's insurer of last resort, may be unable to pay billions in claims arising from the Los Angeles fires and may require a bailout that could ultimately be paid by homeowners statewide.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 6 months ago

Ospreys Cleared to Fly Again, But Problematic Gearbox Gets More Scrutiny -- The Navy office that oversees the military's use of the V-22 Osprey is allowing the services to resume flying the aircraft...

The Navy office that oversees the military's use of the V-22 Osprey is allowing the services to resume flying the aircraft while ordering yet another key component -- one that has led to at least one deadly crash -- to undergo further scrutiny.

Military.com - Technology - 7 months ago

We Need to Normalize Talking About How the Brain Responds to Severe Stress in the Military Community

The fact that our brain's "survival mode" encodes memories so strongly, clearly and vividly also creates vulnerability to persistent memory-related problems after stressful experiences, such as nightmares and flashbacks.

Military.com - Opinion - 8 months ago

Read the L.A. Times guide to entertainment industry careers

Careers in the entertainment industry can be mysterious for those just starting out, and even for those working in the business. The Los Angeles Times brings you explainers and advice for starting and building your career in Hollywood.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 2 years ago