WestJet Flight Attendants Go on Strike After Contract Talks Collapse
Cancelled flights of the Calgary-based airline climbed to 600 as of 3 a.m. MT on Aug. 2.
Trump Says US to Pause Iran Strikes as Mideast Allies Reach Outline to End War
The president warned that the United States remains ‘locked and loaded and ready to go.’
New York Times Says DOJ Subpoenaed a Freelancer Over North Korea Story
The newspaper accused the government of ‘escalating attacks on journalists, which should concern all Americans.’
Dandelion Shows Promise Against Cancer. Human Trials Are Needed
Lab studies show dandelion extract triggered death in a variety of cancer cells, while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
Operation Blackout Takes Down 4 of the ‘Largest Scam Compounds on Earth’: FBI
Americans are estimated to have lost at least $10 billion to scams operating from Southeast Asia in 2024.
How AI Is Changing the Music Industry
Music industry leaders say the technology is complicating things but may boost the value of human-authored songs.
Canada Still Trades Like 13 Separate Countries
The premiers are raising a glass to progress on alcohol while the real barriers to interprovincial trade remain firmly in place.
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Trump Imposes 4-Year Tariff-Rate Quota on Quartz Surface Imports
The tariffs aim to help U.S. producers adjust after the International Trade Commission found they suffered serious injury.
China’s Business Activity Contracts as Orders, Jobs, and Consumer Demand Weaken
China’s July PMI gauges fell below 50 as orders weakened, services and construction contracted, and smaller manufacturers faced mounting pressure.
US Issues Security Alerts for Americans in Middle East
US citizens are urged to ‘exercise caution and heightened vigilance and should be prepared for flight cancellations.’
High Blood Pressure Among Pregnant Women Rising in All US States: CDC
Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy are among the leading causes of maternal mortality in the United States.
Clayton to Become Top US Intelligence Official on Monday
During his confirmation hearing, Clayton pledged to strengthen trust in the intelligence community and improve coordination among intelligence agencies.
The Hidden Realities of Buying Eggs, Sperm, or a Womb | Katy Faust
Reproductive technologies are making parenthood possible in ways never seen before. For many, this is progress. But at what cost?
High Notes and Decrescendos: More Great Opera at the Met
Part 2 of the Metropolitan Opera’s 2026–2027 season features productions in 2027.
How a Miner’s Wire Rope Transformed American Transportation
In ‘This Week in History,’ a father and son immigrated to California for the Gold Rush, and the son remained to build a national treasure.
WestJet Flight Attendants Go on Strike After Contract Talks Collapse
Cancelled flights of the Calgary-based airline climbed to 600 as of 3 a.m. MT on Aug. 2.
How One Man Defied One of the Deadliest Lung Cancers for More Than 7 Years
New immunotherapies are improving survival for some patients with small cell lung cancer.
‘Dangerous Misinformation’: Fighting for the Truth During the Pandemic
Mary Talley Bowden, M.D. faced a backlash for openly questioning government policies in treating COVID-19.
Renewed Red Sea Standoff Underscores Persistent Threat Posed By Yemen’s Houthis
Trump said the Houthis capitulated after 52 days of U.S. strikes last year. Now they’re again attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
Sandwich Chain Jersey Mike’s Goes Public, Falls 6 Percent in Debut
The company raised around $1 billion in its IPO at a valuation of approximately $6.7 billion.
Top 5 Must-Watch NFL Teams Feature Drama, Attitude, and Pressure
Big-name teams, top-tier players, and spicy backstories make for compelling theater on the gridiron this season.
One of the Most Common Knee Surgeries May Be Doing More Harm Than Good
A Finnish clinical trial found that partial meniscectomy may accelerate osteoarthritis in middle-aged and older patients.
12 Plank Variations That Strengthen Your Core
Plank routines sculpt the core and sharpen body control, giving you a strong, upright, and healthy posture.
4 Herbal Teas That May Support Memory and Brain Health
Sugary beverages can bring you brain fog when what you really want is a pick-me-up.
Ozempic-Class Drugs Tied to Rare Smell and Taste Problems
Here’s how significant the risk is and when to see a doctor.
Homemade Dips Turn an Evening Concert Picnic Into an Encore-Worthy Meal
Pure summer relaxation: Sit on a blanket with chilled wine and some nibbles.
He Refused to Pay $2,000—So He Built a Toilet Boat to Cross the Sea
A South Australian man has gone viral after crossing a 20 kilometre stretch of sea in a homemade raft to move some precious cargo.
The Art and Value of Journaling as You Travel
Travel can make you a poet. And travel can make you spiritual.
