Iran Halts Talks With US Over Israeli Escalation in Lebanon
Tehran is suspending indirect negotiations with Washington and is threatening to expand military pressure across key regional shipping routes: Iran state media.
Cargo Ship in Persian Gulf Hit by ‘Unknown Projectile’ as US–Iran Tensions Simmer
A UK maritime monitoring agency added that a large explosion was reported.
Sweden Unveils New Arctic Strategy Citing ‘Most Serious’ Security Situation Since WWII
The move comes at a time of heightened concern among the Eastern European and Baltic states about the threat posed by Russia.
Former Election Clerk Tina Peters Released From Prison
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted her sentence in May.
Nancy Pelosi Held This Seat for 39 Years. Who Will Win It This Year?
Meet the candidates who are clamoring for the open San Francisco congressional district seat.
European Factories Hit by Biggest Cost Surge in Nearly 4 Years
Higher energy prices and supply disruptions were driving inflation higher while slowing factory growth.
Supreme Court Won’t Allow Florida to Sue California Over Business Tax Policy
Florida argued that California created an unconstitutional scheme that penalizes companies that move out of the Golden State.
US Moves to Restrict China’s Access to Advanced AI Chips
The guidance comes amid broader debate over Nvidia chip sales to China and U.S. efforts to protect advanced semiconductor technology.
$60 Million Pledged to Fast-Track Ebola Vaccines
An Ebola outbreak in the DRC in May has caused 291 confirmed cases, hundreds of suspected cases, and 43 confirmed deaths.
Heal the Dirt: How Farmers Are Detoxing America
An exclusive look into the fast-growing regenerative farming movement and how it focuses on fixing unhealthy food and chronic disease in America.
US Awards SpaceX $4.16 Billion for Golden Dome Satellites
The deal follows another contract worth more than $2 billion signed with SpaceX a few days earlier.
The Overlooked System That May Hold the Key to Heart Health
One of the body’s circulatory networks removes waste, excess fluids, and inflammatory debris–including trapped cholesterol.
Hegseth Criticizes Europe Over Defense Spending; Praises Asian Allies
The remarks were made amid mounting pressure from Washington on Europe to commit more resources to its own security.
‘City on Fire’: Murder Amid Uprisings
Hong Kong is on a knife-edge, and a disgraced police superintendent must solve a grisly case before it explodes.
August Vollmer and the Path to Professionalizing the Police Industry
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a war hero turned mailman becomes the face of fighting early 20th-century crime.
I Interviewed People Who Came Back From Death. They All Had a Similar Message.
Coming back from death is a real life-changer.
Wax, Pigment, and Two Cousins: The Story Behind Crayola
The world’s most beloved crayon has inspired creativity since the first box of eight rolled off the production line.
Judge Blocks Planned Closure of Kennedy Center and Orders Trump’s Name Removed From Building
The order came in response to a lawsuit filed by a Democratic congresswoman.
US Navy Warns of ‘Dangerous Military Activities’ in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. naval command said vessels involved in mine-laying could be targeted and that the blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect.
Trump Rescinds 50-Year-Old Rules Banning Off-Road Vehicles on Federal Lands
The president revoked regulations that he described as vague, burdensome, and an obstacle to legitimate access.
Google Seeks Federal Approval to Release Millions of Mosquitoes in California, Florida
Malaria—primarily spread by mosquitoes—killed at least 597,000 people throughout 83 countries in 2023, according to the CDC.
What To Know About Iowa’s Primary Election on Tuesday
Governors are up for reelection in 36 states across the country this fall, including Iowa.
OECD Links 60 Percent of Chinese Firms’ Market Gains to State Support
The group found that China’s state-owned enterprises received disproportionately high levels of government support.
Why US Oil Companies Are Holding Off on Drilling New Wells
‘Oil companies are hesitant to make such big investments over what may be a temporary price spike,’ economist Paul Mueller said.
Drooling, Snoring, Nightmares: How to Ease Common Sleep Problems
A restful night’s sleep requires balance in both body and mind—even small changes can make a big difference.
Tick Tactics: Effective Strategies to Keep Ticks Away
Expert-backed strategies to avoid tick bites this season—from repellents and clothing to essential oils and tick checks.
39,000 People Took Part in a 31-Day Challenge to Improve Sleep. Here’s What Happened
These habits work, because they give the body what it’s constantly seeking: predictability.
Yogurt Chicken With Indian Raita, Coriander Chutney, and Rotis
“The Great British Bake Off” contestant and author Chetna Makan’s latest cookbook aims to make Indian food more accessible.
Texture Paint a Ceiling
Texture is an attractive way to add interest and dimension to an otherwise flat surface.
Final Call to Duty: Inside the Nurses Honor Guard
Retired nurses and volunteers ensure that fallen colleagues receive a hero’s farewell.
Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul: ‘The Room Where It Happened’
Be advised, to pass through the wrought iron gates of the Casa Azul—the home of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera—is to enter a realm of the spirits.
