One Nation Defends 5 Percent Government-Backed Mortgage Plan
One economist says the cost of the plan could balloon 10-50 times.
Australia Calls for De-escalation After Trump Reinstates Strait of Hormuz Blockade
On July 13, Trump announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports and a 20 percent charge on cargo carriers to help maintain security in the Strait of Hormuz.
World Cup Semifinals: Top-Ranked Teams Are Last 4 Standing
After 100 matches, it’s Spain versus France and Argentina versus England in the penultimate round of the most expansive World Cup in history.
Anti-Semitism Inquiry Told Pro-Palestinian Encampments Were Not Threatening
An organiser told the Anti-Semitism Commission that the campus encampment movement in 2024 was about standing up for free speech and justice.
Student Says She ‘Wouldn’t Use Her Name’ at University Amid Anti-Semitism Fears
‘I was called a ’baby killer‘ and a ’genocide supporter‘ with relative regularity,’ said one ANU student.
Opposition Says One Nation’s Economic Policies Will Lead to ‘Debt Crisis’
One Nation’s policies aim to dramatically cut back the volume of tax the Australian government will take.
In 7 Charts: The Rise of Australia’s Conservative-Leaning One Nation Party
Over 30 years, One Nation’s journey has oscillated between near political oblivion to teasing a major shake-up.
UK Counterterrorism Police Take Over Ann Widdecombe Murder Probe
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murdering the former Conservative minister and Reform spokeswoman, after initially ruling out a political motive.
Trump Formally Notifies Congress of Renewed Military Action Against Iran
‘These strikes were limited, measured, planned, and executed in a manner designed to minimize civilian casualties,’ the president wrote in his letter.
Trump Gives Some Chemical Makers a 2-Year Break From Biden-Era Emissions Limits
The president said the 2024 EPA rules placed ‘substantial burdens’ on chemical manufacturers whose products are vital to national security.
Plant-Based Meat and Dairy Contain More Additives Than Animal Products
A study comparing plant-based products with their animal-based counterparts, found more non-food industrial additives in the alternative products.
She Posted About Murky Water on Facebook. Then the Police Came Knocking.
A small Texas town has been turned upside down after a woman was arrested over her comments on the town’s water quality.
Cyclosporiasis: An Annual Summer Parasitic Infection–How to Protect Yourself
Cyclospora has a life cycle both outside in the environment and inside its hosts.
The ‘Odyssey’ and AI: The Artistic and Practical Costs of AI-Narrated Audiobooks
A new AI-generated audiobook alters the traditional landscape of artistic storytelling.
Teen Arrested, Boy in Hospital After School Stabbing
The incident occurred between two teenage boys known to each other at the school in Brisbane’s south.
LinkedIn Saw Massive Uptick in Hateful Content After Hamas’ Oct. 7 Attack on Israel
A LinkedIn vice president said removals of “hateful or derogatory” content more than quadrupled across the platform between 2023 and 2025.
Australian Renters Spending Record One-Third of Income on Housing: Report
Nationally, the median rental climbed to a record $705 (US$489) a week, according to a report by data analysis firm Cotality.
Department of Interior Disrupts Major Narcotics Operation in California
Officials seized enough fentanyl that could potentially kill more than 1.2 million people.
What to Know About Darline Nordone: Lindsey Graham’s Sister and Now a Senator
Graham was known to have a close relationship with his sister, who has been appointed to finish out the remaining months of his term.
‘Supergirl’ Faces Massive Revenue Decline at Box Office, Raising Future Profitability Concerns
The latest DC superhero film saw a 58.6 percent drop in ticket sales in its third weekend since its release.
MLB’s All-Star Game Tradition Began in 1933 With One Sports Editor’s Big Idea
The Chicago Tribune’s Arch Ward was behind the first game in Chicago, with fan ballots printed in 55 newspapers.
Grammy-Nominated Welsh Singer-Songwriter Bonnie Tyler Dies at Age 75
Tyler emerged from a medically induced coma last month, after being hospitalized in Portugal from intestinal surgery complications.
Vaccine Doesn’t Prevent Gonorrhea Infection in Certain Cases: Clinical Trial
UK authorities said the trial results would not impact their stance on the shot.
What Standard Cardiac Testing Fails to Capture
The four dimensions of heart health that matter most.
The Blood Sugar Benefits of Slow-Dried Pasta
From the type of flour to the way it’s dried, several factors influence how pasta is digested–and what that means for your health.
Craving a Cigarette? Exercise Could Help You Quit
A systematic review has found that short bursts of exercise can reduce cravings for up to 30 minutes and improve quit rates.
Homemade Ice Packs, Cold Packs and Other Summer Wins
Here are a few simple summer solutions that cost very little, work beautifully, and have saved me more than once.
How an Officer Turned Personal Crisis Into a Lifeline for Others
After surviving a suicidal crisis, former officer Adam Davis now helps first responders strengthen faith, family, and resilience.
Hiking Spain’s Wild Coast in Galicia
Anyone who is adventurous, loves traveling to Europe and is fit enough to do 7- to 10-mile hikes should seriously consider doing this one.
