Sunday, June 28, 2026

Australia Just DOUBLED Penalties for Social Media Platforms

Children under the age of 16 have been prevented from 10 key social media platforms in Australia since December 2025.

Instagram Is Testing Features That Could Change YOUR Algorithm

Instagram users could soon see more ways to tune their content.

The Lo-Fi Feature That Just Transformed This Cult SAMPLER

Teenage Engineering has already issued multiple substantial updates for its surprisingly capable $329 EP-133 KO II sampler. Its latest is one of the biggest yet. OS 2.5 adds audio over USB, selectable sample rates for lo-fi fun, sample reverse, an arpeggiator, equal-length autochopping, and it extends the maximum length of a sample from 20 seconds to 40 seconds by capturing mono, instead of stereo, audio. Sample reverse is such a simple feature that it's shocking it wasn't implemented earlier. A

The AI Excuse Tech Giants Are Using to JACK UP Your Device Prices

Xbox consoles, Nintendo's new Switch 2 and Valve's Steam Deck are just some of the gadgets seeing price hikes in recent months.

The REAL A.I. Battle That America and China Are Missing

Washington is starting to follow a similar playbook to Beijing when it comes to artificial intelligence policy.

Why India's Payments Chief Thinks AI Will TRANSFORM How You Pay

Dilip Asbe said that newer UPI apps could be more competitive with a viable commercial model

Why You Should NEVER Use ChatGPT for Mental Health Advice

People use general-purpose AI (GPAI) for mental health advice. There are better ways to do this, by using purpose-built AI. An AI Insider analysis and scoop.

The $280 Bike Lock That Solves a Problem NOBODY Has

A $280 bike lock on a $10,000 e-bike. I've seen lots of so-called "smart" bike locks over the years, but none so far could justify the added cost. A newcomer that got its start securing ATMs for banks is trying to change that. There's nothing wholly unique about the TMD Chain Lock, but the combination of materials, performance, and insurance-friendly ART-2 certification makes it worth considering. TMD's first bicycle lock combines a Bluetooth proximity sensor and motion alarm with a slender co

How China Just Built What America Said Was IMPOSSIBLE

The Chinese supercomputer LineShine was ranked as the fastest in the world, despite not using any GPUs.

The Ebike Accessories That Turn Your Ride Into a CARGO Beast

An unadorned ebike is a blank canvas. Here, get tips for maximizing its cargo-hauling and person-carrying capabilities.

The FREE Housecleaning Service That Wants Your Most INTIMATE Secrets

In our digital age, services and devices are constantly gathering our data. Exactly how that information is harvested and used, and how transparent a company is about those practices, may not always be obvious. Shift, an AI training startup, is turning that bargain into a business model. In return for a free housecleaning, customers allow Shift to collect data filmed by a camera headset on the (human) cleaner’s head. That footage is then licensed out to develop and train AI-powered household rob

Nest's Secret Plan to Fix the Device Controlling Your ENTIRE Home

The founding story of Nest is pretty much a perfect tech myth. A legendary product maker (in this case, Tony Fadell) helps create one of the most successful products ever (the iPhone) and then rides off into the sunset to enjoy the rest of his life, only to have an experience that drags him back for one last job. For Fadell, that job was to try and reinvent the thermostat. And maybe change the way our homes work forever. On this episode of Version History, we tell the story of the early days of

The ChatGPT Logs That Just CONVICTED Someone

Jonathan Rinderknecht was facing arson charges for setting a fire on New Year's Day in 2025, which became one of the deadliest wildfires in LA history. To make their case, prosecutors turned to location data from his iPhone, security camera footage, and witness testimony. But they also turned to his ChatGPT logs. Prosecutors said that Rinderknecht had ChatGPT generate images of fire, asked the chatbot, "Why am I so angry all the time?", and ranted to it about how the wealthy were destroying the

The Smart Ice Maker That Makes Every Drink Feel LUXURIOUS

For some people, the ice in a beverage is almost as important as the drink itself. That’s the audience Govee had in mind when designing its latest ice maker, the GoveeLife Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro. This $500 premium smart home gadget is aimed at those who crave what’s called “the good ice,” the soft, chewable […]

The AI Metric That's Actually DESTROYING Companies

Many companies measure AI success by deployment, not customer outcomes. Learn why better CX metrics, less friction and stronger customer feedback define real AI success.

Why Every Eye in Tech Is on Tesla's NEXT Move

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.

The Computing BEAST That Just Made America's Supercomputers Look SLOW

The LineShine supercomputer at the National Supercomputing Center in Shenzhen. | Photo: Liang Xu/Xinhua via Getty Images Despite trade restrictions, China has reclaimed the title of the world's fastest supercomputer for the first time since 2018. LineShine has pushed El Capitan out of number one on the TOP500 ranking. That's despite strict limits on what high-powered computing components can be sold to China by US firms, which dominate the list, with America holding three of the top five spots

How 'The Small Stuff' Could Save You From Digital DEMATERIALIZATION

Has Silicon Valley been building the wrong things?

What PlayStation Plus Subscribers Might Get FREE in July

PlayStation Plus free games for July 2026: predictions, rumors and leaks for PS Plus Essential, including possible PS5 and PS4 titles ahead of the official reveal.

Why Ford Just FIRED Its AI and Begged Old Engineers to RETURN

"Mistakenly we thought that by just introducing artificial intelligence ... that would produce a high-quality product.”

Why This AI Music Company Is Now PAYING Independent Artists

Suno has ambitions to be more than just a toy to churn out AI slop, it also wants to be a streaming destination and to break new artists. Spark is their new incubator program for independent artists that provides grants, mentorship, and marketing support. To apply, artists need to be an unsigned singer, songwriter, or producer releasing music under their own name. They also need to agree to some terms and conditions that have raised some eyebrows over on the Suno subreddit. For one, you need to

The BIGGEST World Cup Ad Spender Isn't Who You THINK

Groups aligned with Sen. Susan Collins also spent large sums for visibility during U.S. matches — as campaigns and committees drop more than $700K.

China's Bold Claim About BEATING the World's Best Cybersecurity

China's Zhipu AI (Z.ai) released its open-weight GLM-5.2, and some researchers have claimed that it matches Mythos in certain bug-finding and cybersecurity scenarios. While GLM lags behind models from Anthropic and OpenAI in other, more general tasks, it seems that China has dramatically reduced the gap in the capabilities between its models and those of the US. This level of advancement is particularly concerning to the US government, which has worked to restrict China's access to powerful mode

California Just SILENCED Something That's Been Annoying You for Years

Streaming ads might be getting a lot quieter.

The AI That Just Classified HBO Max's ENTIRE Library

The British Board of Film Classification, the U.K.’s primary ratings body, has revealed that it developed and deployed a bespoke AI tool for the first time to support the classification of HBO Max’s entire catalogue ahead of its U.K. launch earlier this year. In its annual report for 2025, the BBFC said that, using the […]

Why Big Tech's Data Center Empire Is Suddenly FALLING APART

The hyperscalers are just beginning to figure out the consequences of the AI arms race, and now everyone seems to be against them.

The Fast-Tracked Move That Could Trigger MASSIVE ETF Buying Frenzy

Adding SpaceX this quickly would make the Elon Musk company one of the first beneficiaries of Nasdaq's recently adopted fast-track inclusion framework.

The NEW Rules Changing How Companies Hire Executives

For years, executive hiring rewarded visibility, experience, and momentum. Then the market changed all at once. Today, many qualified leaders experience the same thing: Recruiter outreach has slowed, interview processes stall without explanation, roles disappear midsearch, and applications vanish into silence. After unanswered emails and dead-end conversations, even experienced executives ask the same question:  “Am I doing something wrong?” Most of the time, the answer is no. The market had cha

Why Returning to the Office Won't FIX Your Loneliness

People often see the return-to-office debate in black-and-white: In-person work fosters connection, while remote work breaks it down. In 2025, 37% of companies required office attendance, up from 17% the year before. Companies like Amazon, JPMorgan, and AT&T have all issued similar mandates. The idea is simple: Bring people back to the office, and connection and engagement will follow. But the facts show something else. MIT Sloan Management Review looked at the data and found that these mandates

The Beverage Revolution That's Making Companies BILLIONS

"We're selling [almost] as much protein cold foam as we do flat whites," Starbuck's EMEA Manager of Beverage Development Sam Henderson told CNBC.

Abu Dhabi Just Made a $1.1 BILLION Disneyland Bet

Abu Dhabi's leading sovereign wealth fund, Mubadala Capital, has made a $1.1 billion bid for the owner of a groundbreaking resort on the fringes of Disneyland Paris.

The Social Media Burnout TRAP and How to Escape It

It’s almost midnight when the phone buzzes—a client text, a comment that needs a reply, a trend that will be stale by morning. For the people who run brand accounts on social media, the workday never really ends. We’re marketing researchers who study digital and social media wellness and teach the students who go on to fill these jobs. In a study published in September 2025, we interviewed social media marketers in the United States, Ireland, India, Germany, and Australia and saw a profession qu

How ONE SYLLABLE Caused a Polymarket Trader REVOLT

How one silly syllable ignited a bitter dispute over the nature of reality on Polymarket.

Is Your Retirement Savings BEHIND Where It Should Be at Your Age?

How does your Thrift Savings Plan compare? Discover the average TSP balance by age in 2026, explore new contribution limits, and see if you are on track.

The Subreddit That Reveals America's HIDDEN Crisis

As the billionaire class gets richer, the growing online community is offering tips on how to survive with very little.

Should High Earners WAIT to Claim Social Security?

“In many states, Social Security benefits are exempt from state income tax.”

The Perfect STORM About to Shrink America's Car Market

The auto industry is selling fewer cars--one forecaster says this is a fundamental change, and it is going to get worse.

Should I Raid My Retirement to Pay My Mother's $30,000 DEBT?

“I want her to live on her Social Security instead of using it to pay off her credit-card debt.”

Why the 'Sell America' Trade Keeps FAILING Spectacularly

Foreign investors are still pouring money into U.S. assets, and the dollar remains the undisputed global reserve currency.

The 3 Stocks Wall Street's ELITE Are Betting Big On

Amid volatility in global markets, top analysts can help investors look past near-term noise and pick attractive stocks with long-term potential.

The Chip Company About to ECLIPSE Every U.S. Giant

Big Tech companies are willing to pay astronomical prices for AI memory components, helping spark a dramatic turnaround in Micron’s finances.

Why CEOs Are Becoming the New INFLUENCERS

This years Cannes Lions reflected a noticeable shift, the creator economy is not just for creators. It's becoming a strategic leadership skill for those in the C-Suite.

Why Millennials Are Saying Homeownership ISN'T the American Dream Anymore

Some no longer see renting as a temporary stop on the path to homeownership but rather a long-term lifestyle choice, reflecting a shift in the American Dream.

The TRILLION-DOLLAR Mystery: Why Nobody Saves in Their IRA

Investors are increasingly rolling money from 401(k) plans to IRAs. Some observers fear they're exposed to poor investment advice.

Why STABLECOINS Are Just as Unstable as Bitcoin

How soon we forget that cryptocurrencies were given life by the instability of fiat currencies.

The CURRENCY WAR China Is Waging That Nobody Understands

It's misguided to focus on China's renminbi replacing the U.S. dollar. Beijing is already successfully reducing dependence on a dollar-centric global system.

Wall Street Just Found the Company That Could DETHRONE Nvidia

Eager to find more public AI-related companies that may do as well as Nvidia, Wall Street investors think they've found a winner with Micron.

America's Protein OBSESSION Just Broke the Dairy Industry

Demand for whey protein is off the charts as American diet trends change and GLP-1s boom, and the dairy industry is struggling to produce enough.

Three Market Signals That Could CHANGE Everything This Week

It's jobs week, and Nike has a pivotal earnings report and a long-awaited breakup is complete.

The Trade War That's DESTROYING Brazil's National Drink

U.S. tariff pressure is pushing Europe and Brazil closer—opening new global doors for everything from aircraft parts to Brazil's cachaça, the base of the caipirinha.

Seven Journalists Who Left EVERYTHING Behind — What They Learned Will Surprise You

What happens when journalists leave outlets like CNN and NPR for Substack and TikTok? I interviewed seven who made the jump, and here’s what they told me.

The TRILLION Dollar Energy Bet America Is Making Right Now

As the U.S. embarks on its largest energy build in a generation, project sponsors, EPC firms and industry technology vendors need to reshape collaboration, experts say.

The Overnight Strikes That Just Sent Oil Prices SOARING

Oil prices rose Sunday while U.S. stock-index futures advanced, after the U.S. and Iran continued to trade fire in the Persian Gulf, renewing fears that the Strait of Hormuz may effectively be shut again.

The Former STATE TROOPER Trump Just Gave Unprecedented Immigration Power

The president said he was nominating Lance Schroyer, an adviser to Markwayne Mullin, the D.H.S. secretary, to lead the high-profile agency.

What Rubio and Patel Were REALLY Doing at That Miami Match

The Lib Dem Candidate Deselection That Could Spark an INQUIRY

The party has admitted it unlawfully discriminated against David Campanale because of his religious beliefs.

The Candidate With the SAME NAME Who Just Won a Major Legal Battle

GOP candidate with same name as senator can stay on Alaska ballot, judge rules  The Washington Post US Senate challenger, incumbent with same name to appear on Alaska ballot  Al Jazeera Dan Sullivan Can Join Dan Sullivan on Alaska Senate Ballot, Judge Says  The New York Times Other Dan Sullivan can stay on ballot, judge rules  The Hill Judge allows namesake challenger to Sen. Dan Sullivan to appear on Alaska ballot  Anchorage Daily News

Which Politician Was Just Spotted in the MOST Unexpected Place

Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.

The World Cup Team That Just WON Washington's Attention

The soccer team is heading home early. Its diplomats aren't.

Why Burnham Now Needs to Pass the MOSCOW Test

Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.

The $125,000 Competition Trump Just Announced for HIGH SCHOOLERS

The competition will be streamed on the ESPN app and broadcast on ABC as a primetime event.

Why a Trans Candidate Was Just EXPELLED From a Trans Rights Event

Scott Wiener, who is running to replace Nancy Pelosi, was surrounded by a small group of protesters shouting invective before a transgender march in San Francisco.

The Dallas Booboys

Some Texas politicians are having a World Cup optics problem.

Where Trump First Learned to Love SOCCER

Fifty years later, the New York Cosmos are still shaping the sport's American future.

Trump's SHOCKING Pick to Lead America's Immigration Enforcement

Trump Picks Lance Schroyer as New ICE Director  The New York Times Trump says he’ll nominate former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director  CNN Trump says he will nominate Lance Schroyer as next ICE director  The Guardian Secretary Mullin Praises President Trump’s Nominee for Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement  Homeland Security (.gov) Trump taps Oklahoma law enforcement official to lead ICE  Politico

The Louisiana Runoff That Could Signal What's COMING for the GOP

Saturday’s election is the latest test of President Trump’s influence in G.O.P. contests.

What Britain's Sunday Papers Are Calling the 'Devolution REVOLUTION'

Andy Burnham's economic policy speech next week and the record heatwave dominate Sunday's papers.

The Trump-Backed Candidate Who Just Won Louisiana's BIGGEST Race

Letlow largely campaigned on the president's endorsement.

The Flags Flying in Texas That Have EVERYONE Talking

Jordanian fans pay homage to their “Palestinian brothers and sisters” ahead of Argentina matchup in Arlington.

How Trump's Endorsement Just TRANSFORMED This Louisiana Race

If she reaches the Senate, Ms. Letlow would replace Senator Bill Cassidy and become the first G.O.P. woman to represent Louisiana in the chamber.

The Lib Dems Candidate Deselection That's Demanding ANSWERS

Lib Dems face call for inquiry into deselection of election candidate  BBC

Trump Just Put THIS Man in Charge of America's DEPORTATION Machine

Trump taps Lance Schroyer to lead ICE, agency at center of deportation campaign  The Washington Post Trump Picks Lance Schroyer as New ICE Director  The New York Times Trump says he’ll nominate former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director  CNN Trump says he will nominate Lance Schroyer as next ICE director | Trump administration  The Guardian Secretary Mullin Praises President Trump’s Nominee for Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement  Homeland Security (.gov)

The Louisiana Victory That Just Gave Trump COMPLETE Control

Rep. Julia Letlow, his preferred candidate, won the GOP runoff for his longtime rival Bill Cassidy’s Senate seat.

How the World Cup Became Trump Ally's VICTORY Lap

How the World Cup became a victory lap for Trump ally El Tigre  Politico Opinion | Colombia Leaps Into the Void  The New York Times Abelardo de la Espriella Will Face Strong Resistance  Jacobin Latin America Is Moving Further to the Right. Here’s What That Looks Like  WSJ Colombia Swings to the Right  Foreign Policy

The Trump Reflecting Pool Saga That Nobody Saw COMING

So, about that saga of Trump’s reflecting pool . . .  Financial Times How the Reflecting Pool Turned Green: Missing ‘Bubblers’ and a Rush Job  The New York Times Column | The all-natural way to fix the Reflecting Pool  The Washington Post Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says  BBC A Reflecting Pool that has long enticed visitors now gains police scrutiny under Trump  AP News

Will Student Loan Limits Actually Lower Tuition? Economists Say MAYBE NOT

The idea that there's a connection between federal student loans and what colleges charge dates back almost four decades. But it's unclear that link can lead to lower costs.

The Billion-Dollar Deal Where Trump's Sons Stand to PROFIT

An agreement between the U.S. and Kazakhstan has given a group of American investors with ties to the president and the commerce secretary access to one of the world’s largest untapped reserves of tungsten.

The Colorado Primary That's Really About Who Will FIGHT Trump

The Democratic primary on Tuesday is likely to decide the next governor, and Senator Michael Bennet, once seen as a shoo-in, is in a dogfight with Attorney General Phil Weiser.

The Surprising New York HOTSPOT Where Politicians Are Campaigning

Zohran Mamdani did it last year. So did Claire Valdez in her recent run for Congress. Some candidates are campaigning after dark to court young voters.

What Labour's UNITY Behind Burnham Really Means

Lucy Powell and Steve Reed say Labour MPs are backing a coronation of Burnham rather than a contest.

How Venezuelan Earthquakes Exposed Trump's GUTTED Foreign Aid

Marco Rubio is scrambling to provide effective disaster response to country whose president US deposed in January This week’s dual earthquakes in Venezuela are a test for the new era of American power in the western hemisphere, as the Trump administration scrambles to provide an effective disaster response mission to a country that it now calls an ally in Latin America, after a US special forces raid in January deposed the country’s strongman leader, Nicolás Maduro. The US is marshalling what se

Inside the Federal Buildings Where Rats, Leaks, and Broken Elevators Are the NORM

After decades, deferred maintenance totals an estimated $50 billion. But getting repair funds from Congress is a laborious process.

Why Democratic Socialists Believe They Can Win ANYWHERE in America Now

ABC “This Week” co-anchor Jonathan Karl sat down with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for an exclusive interview.

Why Republicans Are REFUSING to Change Their Strategy

The fight for Washington is beginning to take shape and who the parties are nominating for battlegrounds will have major implications for their post-Trump future.

The Election Rule Change Trump Wants BEFORE Time Runs Out

With time running out, Trump digs in on changing midterm election rules  The Washington Post Federal judge halts Trump's election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list  PBS Trump hits a wall on voter fraud  Axios Federal Judge Strikes Key Parts of Trump Order Restricting Mail Voting  The New York Times The courts walloped Trump’s anti-voting agenda this week  Democracy Docket

The Bipartisan DUO Making Their Case as America Turns 250

Jonathan Karl interviews Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, Republican Sen. Todd Young and Rye Barcott, author of the new book "Courage Can Save US" on "This Week."

The GESTAPO Jibe That Just Divided British Politics

The Conservative leader has been criticised by Labour for making a Nazi comparison in relation to the education secretary.

Why Mark Carney Is Being Called the King of the CUP

One North American leader has made the tournament his own.

Biden Just Called Trump THIS — And the Reason Why Will SHOCK You

The former president spoke at a Maryland Democratic Party gala on Saturday night.

Why Biden Just Called Trump a LOSER Over a Pool

Biden Calls Trump A ‘Loser’ Over Reflecting Pool Debacle—Slams Washington D.C. ‘Vanity Projects’  Forbes Biden calls Trump ‘a loser’, portraying him as incompetent, corrupt and vain  The Guardian On anniversary of disastrous debate, Biden rallies Democrats at a casino  The Washington Post Two years after their last debate, Biden jabs at Trump: ‘What a loser’  Yahoo 'What a loser': Biden blasts Trump's Reflecting Pool, arch construction  USA Today

Biden's Most BRUTAL Assessment of His Rival Yet

Biden calls Trump ‘a loser’, portraying him as incompetent, corrupt and vain  The Guardian Biden takes direct aim at Trump in combative Maryland speech  WUSA9 'What a loser': Biden blasts Trump's Reflecting Pool, arch construction  USA Today WATCH: Biden appears confused about where to exit stage after Democratic gala remarks  Fox News Two years after their last debate, Biden jabs at Trump: ‘What a loser’  CNN

The Senator Who Just Accused Trump of Treating Congress Like an APPENDAGE

Sen. Bill Cassidy on Trump: ‘Sometimes he acts as if Congress is merely an appendage’  Politico Bill Cassidy accuses Trump of treating Congress as ‘merely an appendage’  The Guardian Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 28, 2026  CBS News Face the Nation: Kaine, Cassidy, Crawford  Yahoo Full Interview: Sen. Bill Cassidy  AOL.com

The REAL Pride Match That's About to Kick Off

Two gay-rights pioneers walk into a World Cup bracket.

Spot the pol!

Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.

The Ultimatum Just Delivered to MILLIONS of Migrants

Migrants in US on temporary status should seek permanent residence or leave, Homeland Secretary says  Reuters US homeland security secretary tells migrants to seek permanent status or leave  The Guardian Mullin defends Haiti TPS decision  The Hill TPS Migrants Told Apply to Stay or Leave US, Offered More Than $2,000 Help  Newsweek Cornered ICE Barbie Successor Flails Over Key Question on Live TV  Yahoo News Canada

The Bridge Trump Might BLOCK Before It's Even Built

The Gordie Howe bridge spans the most important border crossing between the U.S. and Canada. President Donald Trump has said he doesn't want it open yet.

What Trump Just Claimed About the Reflecting Pool That Nobody BELIEVES

The president also claimed a major renovation to one of D.C.’s public golf courses would begin in September.

What Burnham Just Revealed About His REAL Plans

The new MP for Makerfield will give what his team has called "his first major leadership speech" on Monday morning.

What Biden Said at a Casino That CHANGED Everything

On anniversary of disastrous debate, Biden rallies Democrats at a casino  The Washington Post Biden calls Trump ‘a loser’, portraying him as incompetent, corrupt and vain  The Guardian 'What a loser': Biden blasts Trump's Reflecting Pool, arch construction  USA Today WATCH: Biden appears confused about where to exit stage after Democratic gala remarks  Fox News Biden takes direct aim at Trump in combative Maryland speech  WUSA9

Trump's September Golf Course Plan That's Raising EYEBROWS

Trump says work on East Potomac public golf course to begin in September  Reuters Trump sets Sept. 1 start for overhaul of "run down" D.C. golf course  Axios Trump Adds a Washington Golf Course Renovation to His Fall Agenda  WSJ Work on East Potomac Golf Links overhaul will begin Sept. 1, Trump says  The Washington Post Reflecting Pool In ‘Full Use,’ Trump Says In Long Truth Social Rant  Forbes

What Trump's BIZARRE Reflecting Pool Rant Really Reveals

Reflecting Pool In ‘Full Use,’ Trump Says In Long Truth Social Rant  Forbes Trump sets Sept. 1 start for overhaul of "run down" D.C. golf course  Axios Trump Adds a Washington Golf Course Renovation to His Fall Agenda  WSJ Work on East Potomac Golf Links overhaul will begin Sept. 1, Trump says  The Washington Post Trump Spends Weekend at Golf Club While Promises of Relief Remain Unmet  Yahoo

Why Biden Just Called Trump a LOSER Over a Pool in Washington

'What a loser': Biden blasts Trump's Reflecting Pool, arch construction  USA Today Biden calls Trump ‘a loser’, portraying him as incompetent, corrupt and vain  The Guardian On anniversary of disastrous debate, Biden rallies Democrats at a casino  The Washington Post Two years after their last debate, Biden jabs at Trump: ‘What a loser’  Yahoo Biden takes direct aim at Trump in combative Maryland speech  WUSA9

Why the Navy Just Abandoned Its Plan for TRADITIONAL Destroyers

The government says it will invest in modern drone-equipped vessels in the upcoming defence investment plan.

The Second POWERFUL Quake That Just Rocked Venezuela

Another powerful magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits near Venezuela  Al Jazeera Multiple Earthquakes Devastate Venezuela  JW.ORG 'We need help': Venezuelans furious at slow official response to quakes  Yahoo Frustration grows in Venezuela as earthquake death toll reaches 1,430  AP News A Rush of Volunteers in Venezuela Has Slowed Rescue Efforts  The New York Times

What Pope Leo Just Asked Cardinals That's NEVER Been Said Before

Pope Leo opens Consistory, asks Cardinals for frankness, loyalty  Vatican News Opinion | It’s Time to Put This Catholic Teaching to Rest  The New York Times The Vatican’s extraordinary talkfest  The Economist Pope moves to clarify when wars are justified. Trump probably won’t like the answer.  politico.eu An Evangelical Update to Just War Theory  First Things

The Family Secret Kim Jong Un Will Never ACKNOWLEDGE

Very few North Koreans know about her, as her origin could threaten the regime’s legitimacy.

Why Venezuela's Earthquake Death Toll Keeps RISING — And Help Isn't Coming

Frustration grows in Venezuela as earthquake death toll reaches 1,430  AP News Multiple Earthquakes Devastate Venezuela  JW.ORG Thorns FC star Deyna Castellanos leads earthquake relief efforts for Venezuela from Oregon  KATU 'We need help': Venezuelans furious at slow official response to quakes  Yahoo Venezuela Live Updates: Window to Find Earthquake Survivors Narrows as Death Toll Tops 1,400  The New York Times

Why U.S. Officials Are FRUSTRATED With Machado's Desperate Plea

María Corina Machado, the exiled leader of the Venezuelan opposition, hopes to go home. U.S. officials say her wishes to do so come at an inopportune time.

The Chinese Dissident Who Escaped by DINGHY — And Where He Is Now

Chinese dissident who fled to South Korea by dinghy arrives in Canada  AP NewsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News

The First Vote in New Caledonia Since EVERYTHING Changed

Election will determine balance of power in New Caledonia before fresh negotiations with France on the territory’s status Polls opened in the French overseas territory of New Caledonia on Sunday for the archipelago’s first provincial elections since 2019, after the vote was delayed as talks stalled over its political future. The election, initially planned for 2024, will determine the balance of power in New Caledonia ahead of fresh negotiations with France on the territory’s status, with indepe

Russia's Latest Offensive Moves That Experts Are TRACKING Closely

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 27, 2026  Institute for the Study of War Ukraine hits defence plant in Russia’s Volgograd region, Zelenskyy says  NBC News Ukraine Hits Volgograd Military Plant With Flamingo Missiles  Bloomberg.com Ukraine hits arms factory as Russian attacks kill two  Euronews.com Ukraine strikes industrial facility in Russia’s Volgograd as Russian drone attack kills 1  AP News

Trump's THREAT to Iran Just Escalated Into Something IRREVERSIBLE

U.S. launches fresh Iran strikes as Trump threatens to "complete the job"  Axios Mideast Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Iran Again, Testing Truce  The New York Times US Strikes Iran Again as Tit-for-Tat Attacks Test Ceasefire  Bloomberg.com U.S. military attacks Iranian targets after commercial tanker hit in the Strait of Hormuz  CNBC US airstrikes again hit Iran as Tehran strikes Bahrain and Kuwait, further imperiling interim deal  AP News

The Father Who Can HEAR His Son Beneath the Rubble

I hear my son crying beneath the rubble, says Venezuela earthquake survivor  BBC Multiple Earthquakes Devastate Venezuela  JW.ORG Live updates: Death toll climbs to over 1,400 in Venezuela quakes as aftershocks complicate rescue effort  CNN Venezuela death toll rises as search for earthquake survivors enters 3rd day  CBS News Frustration grows as nearly 70,000 still missing in deadly Venezuela earthquakes  Yahoo

The Devastating TOLL Rising Beneath Venezuela's Rubble

Search for survivors continues with nearly 70,000 people reported unaccounted for by their family members The ⁠death toll ⁠in ⁠the twin ​earthquakes that struck ⁠Venezuela earlier ⁠this ​week ‌has ‌risen to ‌1,430, according to one of the country’s top politicians Jorge Rodríguez. Another 3,200 ​people were injured ⁠and 3,100 ​left homeless ​by the ​disaster, ​the National Assembly president added, speaking ​on ​state television. Continue reading...

Why Iran Just Launched MISSILES at Two U.S. Allies

U.S. forces conducted strikes on Iran on Friday in response to the Iranian drone strike on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, according to CENTCOM.

Iran Just Launched Strikes That Could Ignite a REGIONAL War

Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes and threatens to halt talks to end the war  AP News Live updates: Gulf nations under fire again as US-Iran exchanges escalate  CNN U.S. military says it hit multiple Iran targets on Trump’s orders after ship attack  13wham.com U.S. crude oil falls below $70, resuming losses after attack on cargo ship near Oman  CNBC Mideast Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Iran Again, Testing Truce  The New York Times

Why Japanese Men Are FURIOUS About One Mayor's Decision

A Mayor Is Taking Maternity Leave in Japan. Some Men Are Furious.  The New York Times

Trump's Latest Threat to Iran Just Escalated Into ACTUAL Strikes

Iran says it targeted U.S. military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain following U.S. strikes on targets in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

The Suitcase Discovery That Led Police to an Australian SUSPECT

Simon Peter Carman, 46, has denied the charges against him Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast An Australian man has been charged with the murder of a teenage girl whose naked body was found in a suitcase in Thailand. Pattaya City police told the Guardian the man, identified as Simon Peter Carman, 46, has denied the charges against him. Continue reading...

What Happened When Two Earthquakes Struck Venezuela Within HOURS

Back-to-back quakes in northern Venezuela killed more than 1,400 people and set off an agonizing search for survivors. It was the latest ordeal for a country beset by economic and political turmoil.

Why This Leader Says Trump Was 'Sent by HEAVEN' to Save His Country

The Central Asian nation is aggressively courting President Trump’s Washington to counterbalance its powerful neighbors, Russia and China.

What Life Looks Like in Dahiya After the Hezbollah-Israel TRUCE

Dahiya, a sprawling area and Hezbollah stronghold, is stirring back to life amid a tense truce with Israel. “This war has brought so much loss,” one resident said.

Why This Russian Oil Refinery Is Now BURNING

Ukraine-Russia war live: Fire erupts at Russian oil refinery after Ukraine strike  The Independent Ukrainian strike sets fire to an oil refinery in southern Russia  AP News Ukraine Targets Russian Refineries in Fresh Drone Strikes  Bloomberg.com Russia's NORSI refinery halted after drone attack, sources say  Reuters Ukraine's Security Service strikes again Vtorovo station supplying fuel to Moscow  Українська правда

The DEADLY Toll of France's Record-Breaking Heatwave

France records 1,000 excess deaths during record-breaking heatwave  Reuters Now, Central and Eastern Europe Are Feeling the Heat  The New York Times France Has 1,000 Excess Deaths as Heat Wave Sweeps Across Europe  Bloomberg.com Scenes from the Paris Heat Wave  newyorker.com Fossil fuel emissions have rapidly worsened European heatwaves in just a few decades  World Weather Attribution

Eleven Dead After Aircraft Plunges From Sky in FRANCE

The pilot and 10 passengers died in the incident, local officials said.

Ukraine Just Set a Russian Oil Refinery ABLAZE

Ukrainian strike sets fire to an oil refinery in southern Russia  AP News Ukraine-Russia war live: Zelensky pledges more strikes after Kyiv hits oil refineries  The Independent Zelensky Confirms Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries in Krasnodar and Yaroslavl Regions  Kyiv Post EXCLUSIVE: Moscow oil refinery hit by drone attacks is unlikely to resume production this year, sources say  Reuters Ukraine's Security Service strikes again Vtorovo station supplying fuel to Moscow  Українська правда

14 Dead After Helicopter Goes DOWN in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia helicopter crash kills all 14 on board  Al Jazeera Saudi Aramco helicopter crash kills 14 nationals, state news agency says  Reuters Aramco Helicopter Crash in Ras Tanura Kills All 14 Passengers  Bloomberg.com Saudi authorities say 14 have been killed in an oil company helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia  The Washington Post Saudi Aramco helicopter crash kills 14 in Ras Tanura  The Jerusalem Post

Two Boys SURVIVED Days Buried Alive in Venezuela Earthquake RUBBLE

Rescuers spent six hours carefully digging to reach one of the boys, as many residents continue searching through the rubble by hand, still waiting for heavy machinery to arrive.

The Helicopter Crash That Killed 14 and Shook Saudi Arabia

Saudi Aramco helicopter crash kills 14 nationals, state news agency says  Reuters 14 dead after helicopter crash near oil facility  Cleveland.com Saudi authorities say 14 have been killed in an oil company helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia  AP News Saudi Arabia helicopter crash kills all 14 on board  Al Jazeera Aramco Helicopter Crash in Ras Tanura Kills All 14 on Board  Bloomberg.com

The UNANIMOUS Vote That Just Froze Turkey Relations

Government unanimously recognizes Armenian genocide, amid frosty ties with Turkey  The Times of Israel Israel recognizes Armenian genocide amid tensions with Turkey  politico.eu Israel moves to formally recognize Armenian WWI deaths as a genocide  CBS News 'Never too late': Israeli gov't unilaterally votes to recognize Armenian Genocide  The Jerusalem Post Government unanimously approves landmark proposal to recognize Armenian genocide  The Times of Israel

Why Venezuela Is Withholding Aid From Its Own EARTHQUAKE Victims

Venezuela Government Accused of Politicizing Quake Relief  The New York Times Venezuelans search for a future as well as survivors after twin quakes pile disaster on years of crisis  CNN These homes rose out of Venezuela’s socialist revolution. Now they’re rubble.  The Washington Post Before Venezuela earthquakes, engineers warned tall buildings could collapse atop soft soil  Yahoo Dozens of Dogs Join Search for Venezuela Quake Survivors  The New York Times

What Just Fell From the Sky in Saudi Arabia

The aircraft belonged to state oil giant Aramco and the cause of the crash is being investigated.

Why the World's Most DANGEROUS Waters Just Got Deadlier

The United States and Iran have engaged in rounds of attacks and counterattacks in recent days, eroding hopes for a quick return to normalcy in the Middle East.

What British Tourist Packed in His SUITCASE in Ecuador

Matthew Ashley Foster-Smith was arrested in Ecuador after the woman was found dead in Colombia.

Europe's RECORD Heat Just Killed Over 1,300 — And Scientists Say This Is Only the BEGINNING

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that Europe is not prepared for high temperatures.

THOUSANDS Still Missing After Venezuela Quakes — What Rescuers Are Finding CHANGES Everything

Thirty-three people rescued, thousands still missing after Venezuela quakes  Reuters Mortuary in Caracas ‘overwhelmed’ as Venezuela struggles to respond after earthquakes  The Guardian 12 Hours With Venezuelan Doctors Searching for Earthquake Survivors  The New York Times These homes rose out of Venezuela’s socialist revolution. Now they’re rubble.  The Washington Post Satellite images show scale of destruction in Venezuela earthquakes  Al Jazeera

What Went WRONG on This Skydiving Flight Over France

Eleven people killed in plane crash in northeastern France  Reuters Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people  CNN Eleven killed after plane carrying skydivers crashes in eastern France  BBC French skydiving plane crashes near Nancy, reportedly killing all 11 onboard  The Guardian 5 nursing students among 11 killed when skydiving plane crashes in France  CBS News

The Strikes Between US and Iran That Could DESTROY the Peace Deal

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Europe's heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths, WHO says, as Germany hits record 41.7C  BBC Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to rise  Reuters WHO warns Europe is world's fastest-warming continent as heat heave shatters records | CBC News  CBC Scenes from the Paris Heat Wave  newyorker.com Temperature records shattered in Europe as deadly heatwave moves east  Yahoo

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Why Russians Are Finally FEELING the War's Brutal Toll

Russians Feel the War’s Hardships as Ukraine Pummels Crimea  WSJ Ukrainian assaults on Crimea could lead Putin to escalate  The Telegraph Ukrainian Attacks Spur State of Emergency Declaration in Crimea  The New York Times Russian-installed authorities declare economic emergency in Crimea  Reuters Ukraine’s Attacks on Crimea Expose Limits of Putin’s Protection  Bloomberg.com

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A medical team set out from the capital to rescue people in the hardest-hit part of the disaster zone, La Guaira. They found silence in the ruins instead.

Eleven DEAD After Skydiving Plane's Horrific CRASH

Eleven killed after plane carrying skydivers crashes in eastern France  BBC Skydiving plane crashes in France, killing 11 people  CNN A skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board  Courthouse News 11 killed in skydiving plane crash in France: Officials  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Eleven people killed in plane crash in northeastern France  Reuters

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Clicking on the links now reveals blank pages and empty PDFs. "Intellectually, it’s not acceptable.”

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Small amounts of physical activity, like everyday chores, can boost your mood and even count toward your exercise goals. Image Credit: Getty Images/Oleh_Slobodeniuk New research has found that as little as 5 to 10 minutes of physical activity can provide an immediate boost to both mood and energy. Exercise and everyday movement are associated with meaningful improvements in emotional health. Even small bursts of physical activity can help you meet your fitness goals. Exercise provides vario

The $50 Loophole That Could Give 14 Million Americans Access to MIRACLE Drugs

An estimated 14 million Medicare Part D recipients could obtain Wegovy, Foundayo, and Zepbound for $50 per month. Johner Images/Getty Images Federal officials announced the launch of a Medicare GLP-1 Bridge pilot program that reduces the cost of certain GLP-1 medications prescribed for weight loss. Under the program, Wegovy, Foundayo, and Zepbound KwikPens will cost $50 per month for eligible participants enrolled in Medicare Part D plans. The program begins on July 1 and continues through D

What Ozempic Might Be Doing to Your SENSES That Nobody Warned You About

Some GLP-1 users report changes in their taste and smell, according to a new study. Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images Researchers report that GLP-1 drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes may impair a person’s sense of taste and smell. Experts say taste and smell dysfunction doesn’t appear to be a common side effect of GLP-1s, which are widely prescribed for weight loss. The weight loss benefits of these medications likely outweigh any negative effects on smell and taste. GLP-1 medications prescribe

The Weight Loss Showdown: Which Drug Actually WINS?

Researchers say that GLP-1 drugs containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) may lead to greater weight loss. Image Credit: Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images A meta-analysis found that one type of GLP-1 medication may be more effective than others.  The analysis showed that GLP-1s containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) helped people lose more weight than those containing semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy).  Liraglutide (Saxenda) had the lowest weight loss percentage among users.  The success of

The UNEXPECTED Way Ozempic Is Changing Human BEHAVIOR

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Why AI Might Soon Decide Your Treatment Instead of Your INSURANCE Company

With a digital health record, clinicians and AI-driven diagnostic tools would be able to see your full health history, and then make better decisions.

The Secret Code That Slashed My Prescription From $618 to $15

“This medication was generic.”

The Hospital Asked Me for MONEY Right After My Surgery—Is This Legal?

“The letter asked whether I had a favorite caregiver and if I would like to make a contribution in their honor.”

Why Scotland's Boss Just WALKED AWAY After World Cup Exit

Steve Clarke resigns as Scotland head coach following the nation's group exit from the World Cup.

The Teams England Could Face That Nobody SAW Coming

England secure top spot in group L and a World Cup last 32 tie against a third-placed team with a 2-0 win over Panama on Saturday.

Why This UFC Referee Is Under FIRE Again

Herb Dean is under fire again after UFC Baku, where he warned Shara Magomedov for repeated fouls but never took a point in his decision win over Michel Pereira.

The Gymnast Who Just Made a STUNNING Elite Comeback

Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey began her comeback at the American Classic, competing in elite gymnastics for the first time since winning gold and bronze medals at the 2024 Olympic Games.

The Boxing Showdown You Can Watch TONIGHT

The best boxers in the world travel to New York City, where Puerto Rican fighter Xander Zayas (23-0-0) defenses his WBO and WBA super welterweight titles against Philadelphia-born boxer Jaron “Boots” Ennis (35-0-0) in the main event on Saturday, June 27. Zayas vs. Ennis pay-per-view event takes place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. […]

9 CRAZY Finishes That Just Shocked UFC Baku

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Why England Will NEVER Win Unless They Fix This

England did their job topping the group - but they can forget winning the World Cup if they do not improve, writes Phil McNulty.

How the World Cup Became a VICTORY Lap for Trump's Ally

Colombia's World Cup run has become a celebration of more than just its national team.

The Olympic Hero Who Just Won By Doing ONE Thing

Stephen Nedoroscik lived up to his nickname Saturday, winning the pommel horse at a U.S. qualifying event and securing his spot at the 2026 U.S. Championships in Phoenix, Ariz.

Why England Fans Are Celebrating Despite the OBVIOUS Problem

Fans in New Jersey and back at home cheered on as England won against Panama to finish top of Group L.

The Fight That Proved Jaron 'Boots' Ennis Is UNSTOPPABLE

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis stopped Xander Zayas in the seventh round, scoring three knockdowns to claim the unified WBO and WBA super welterweight titles in Brooklyn.

Why Iran's World Cup Exit Proves This Rule Is BROKEN

The biggest single culprit in Iran’s failure to advance to the knockout phase is a weird idiosyncracy to the offside law that has long outlived its usefulness.

What the World Cup Knockouts Just Exposed About GLOBAL Power

The anxieties before the World Cup were many. But with the knockout round set to begin Sunday, it's fair to say: The North American World Cup has been a thrill.

Why European Soccer Fans Are Suddenly OBSESSED With American AC

Despite a deadly heat wave at home, many say they won’t permanently embrace Americans’ electricity-guzzling amenity.

Does Democracy Actually HELP You Win the World Cup?

It is often said—by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and many others—that soccer is the “most democratic sport.” That sentiment is based in large part on the sport’s global appeal and long history of popularity across class and racial lines. But whether that axiom applies to the quadrennial World Cup tournament is a different question. On occasions in the past, authoritarian governments have used the tournament to boost their regimes. Italian fascist leader Benito Mussolini did so when Italy host

How FIFA's President Is Jetting to 27 FLIGHTS During the World Cup

Gianni Infantino has clocked up thousands of air miles across North America so far.

Why Scotland's Exit Brings a Sense of RELIEF Despite Strong Legacy

In his seven-year reign Steve Clarke took Scotland out of the wilderness but could not find the promised land of knockout major championship football, writes Tom English.

The $212 Million Slugger Who Just Admitted He's the PROBLEM

The Atlanta Braves’ two-time All-Star infielder offered an honest response to multi-year struggles at the plate.

Blue Jays Cut 24-Year-Old Outfielder DAYS After Signing Him

The Toronto Blue Jays have released a former Ivy League standout less than one year after bringing him into the organization.

The COLDHEARTED Message That Just Rocked the Mets

The Philadelphia Phillies manager offers a response to the rival New York Mets’ midseason firing.

The SECRET Formula Behind Every World Cup Penalty Shootout Win

We have a look at what can be learned from every World Cup penalty taken in a shootout ever.

Why Djokovic Called Serena's Comeback 'Truly INSPIRATIONAL'

Djokovic, 39, told the 44-year-old Williams that her comeback is "truly inspirational" ahead of her first competitive singles match in nearly four yea

Cubs LOSE Former First-Rounder in Sudden Mets All-Star Trade

The Chicago Cubs lost a two-time first-round draft pick starter shortly after they acquired a seven-year New York Mets veteran.

FC Barcelona Makes New Summer Transfer SIGNING

FC Barcelona have made a new signing as reported by various outlets around Spain and also transfer market experts.

How Iran's World Cup Became a TOTAL Disaster

The team endured off-field hardship and on-field heartbreak.

What the Pacers Are Considering With Micah Potter's Team Option

Indiana Pacers center Micah Potter has a team option in his contract for next season, but what to do with it is an easy decision for the Pacers.

The FINAL BOSS Waiting at the End of the World Cup

Level unlocked: Trump is coming to hand out the trophy on July 19.

The Injury That Could End Raducanu's Wimbledon DREAM

Emma Raducanu says she "plans to play" at Wimbledon despite a leg injury which has put her participation in serious doubt.

Why England's Captain Just Called QUITTING the 'Best Thing' for Him

Ben Stokes describes the reasons for his international retirement as he says he became 'burned out' in the build-up to the summer.

The RECORD Purse That Just Changed Women's Golf

2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship Record Purse. Payouts for each player by finish at Hazeltine National Golf Club. Nelly Korda looks to win third major of year.

The Robots Coming for Soccer That Could Change EVERYTHING

Hyundai is using its FIFA sponsorship to sell the world on more than cars.

The Injury That Just ENDED Raducanu's Wimbledon Dreams

Emma Raducanu is out of Wimbledon after withdrawing on the eve of her home Grand Slam tournament because of a leg injury.

Why Carney Is Calling Them CANADIAN HEROES Tonight

Why Ben Stokes's Exit Breaks Every ENGLISH Cricket Tradition

Ben Stokes' shock retirement as England captain during the third Test against New Zealand was unconventional - just like the great player himself, says Jonathan Agnew.

The Mystery Countries That Could Host the 2028 WORLD CUP

Josh Shapiro and Marco Rubio have got World Cup fever.

Trump's Golf Course Plans That Could Bring a MAJOR Tournament to Washington

Trump says his renovation plans for a golf course will have Washington hosting a 'major' tournament  AP News Trump sets Sept. 1 start for overhaul of "run down" D.C. golf course  Axios Trump Adds a Washington Golf Course Renovation to His Fall Agenda  WSJ Work on East Potomac Golf Links overhaul will begin Sept. 1, Trump says  The Washington Post Trump: Reflecting Pool will be drained after July 4; algae ‘criminally made’  The Hill

The World Cup Draw So SUSPICIOUS Two Nations Had to Defend It

The 'Disgrace of Gijon' - an infamous match at the 1982 World Cup in Spain - has followed Austria and Algeria for 44 years. Did history repeat itself in Algeria's 3-3 draw with Austria on Sunday?

Amazon Just Renewed This Hit Show With a TWIST

Get ready to return to Barry’s Bay: “Every Year After” has been renewed for a second season at Amazon’s Prime Video less than a month after its debut. Based on Carley Fortune’s bestselling novel “Every Summer After,” the first season of the drama tells the friends-to-lovers-to-second-chance-romance story of Percy Fraser (Sadie Soverall) and Sam Florek […]

Elon Musk Just Posted the CONTROVERSIAL Film Everyone's Talking About

Elon Musk posted Armie Hammer’s “Citizen Vigilante” to his X account on Friday, sharing the controversial indie-actioner with his 240 million followers. The link was active for about 48 hours and went dark on Saturday. Directed and written by 60-year-old German filmmaker Uwe Boll, “Citizen Vigilante” was notably banned in his home country for depicting […]

What Millie Bobby Brown Just Revealed About Her Real Relationship With LOUIS Partridge

Brown talks to the BBC about having her "hands and heart" all over the detective adventure series.

Why Prince Harry May Leave Meghan and the Kids BEHIND on UK Trip

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Bad Bunny Just Made HISTORY in London's Biggest Stadium

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The FX series ends its five-season run on a high note for the crew of The Bear. Here's what happens to Carmy, Sydney, Richie and other key characters.

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Palm Springs International Shortfest Unveils 2026 Winners

The Palm Springs International Shortfest has unveiled its winners for 2026. The winners were announced at Sunday’s award ceremony. Honorees receieved $30,000 dollars in cash prizes, and five films were presented with Academy Award qualifying awards. See the list of winners below: Oscar-Qualifying Awards:The winner of these awards may be eligible to submit their short […]

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Mel Brooks, the comedy genius behind such classic films as "Young Frankenstein," "The Producers," "Spaceballs" and "Blazing Saddles," turned 100 on Sunday.

Sam Worthington Reveals Why He's the Show's 'DAMSEL'

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Why Tom Cruise and Julianne Moore Signal Movies Are FINALLY Back

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Stephen Poliakoff Returns With an EPIC Political Thriller

Stephen Poliakoff, the acclaimed multi-BAFTA and Emmy-winning writer, is set to return to large-scale television with the newly-announce “The Order,” an international political thriller set in the months leading up to and during the The Great Siege of Malta in 1565. The eight-part series was announced by Malta Film Commissioner Johann Grech at the Mediterrane […]

Why Jesse Eisenberg Just Said NO to Playing Zuckerberg Again

Jesse Eisenberg opened up to Variety about what it was like turning down the opportunity to return as Facebook mastermind Mark Zuckerberg in Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Network” sequel, “The Social Reckoning.” “It’s an honor to speak to Aaron in any capacity, because he’s so articulate and charming and so bright,” Eisenberg told Variety at […]

James Norton to Play Hamlet in London West End Production

James Norton is set to play the title role in a new London West End production of “Hamlet,” directed and conceived by Thomas Ostermeier. Producers Wessex Grove and Gavin Kalin Productions are bringing the show to the West End in fall 2027. A theater and specific dates are yet to be confirmed. The staging will […]

At Least 4 DEAD After Kentucky Flooding Devastates Region

Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky said emergency crews were rescuing people from flooded homes and vehicles on Saturday. Rain was expected to continue into the night.

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What's Happening in Kentucky That Left 4 Dead and a Governor DESPERATE

Relentless rain and flash flooding have inundated parts of Kentucky over the weekend and left at least four dead, Gov. Andy Beshear said.

The Horrifying Discovery Inside a California 'Rescue' That Nobody Saw COMING

Hundreds more animals are still missing from the California facility as investigators continue excavating the grounds.

The 14-Hour Daily Habit That's Destroying Lives — And How One Person Is FIGHTING Back

Addiction treatment centres say more clients are coming for help with "out-of-control" phone use.

Why These Women Said NO to Motherhood — And Never Looked Back

From financial constraints to worries about the environment, women tell the BBC why they do not want kids.

The 4 Cluttering MISTAKES That Are Sabotaging Your Home

Tidying expert Dilly Carter shares her best tips on organising your kitchen, lounge and clothes.

The Questions That Won't Go Away After Police Shot This 1-YEAR-OLD

Family of 1-year-old boy fatally shot by Mississippi police say goodbye, as questions remain  NBC News Canceled vigil follows funeral honoring Kohen Wiley  WREG.com Funeral service to be held for 1-year-old killed in Senatobia shooting  Action News 5 ‘Release the footage’: Mississippi protest over police killing of one-year-old  The Guardian Marchers in Senatobia demand justice in wake of officer’s killing of 1-year-old  Mississippi Today

Why Kentucky's Governor Just Declared a State of EMERGENCY

Beshear declares state of emergency as flash flooding worsens, death toll climbs  WLKY 4 dead in Kentucky floods, governor declares state of emergency as search and rescue efforts underway  CNN Multiple confirmed dead after Ky. flooding  WKYT Madison County coroner confirms three flood-related deaths  LEX18 Flooded roads, rescues and evacuations reported across multiple Kentucky counties  WLKY

Why America's Largest Fire Is Now UNSTOPPABLE

Winds hamper crews as fast-moving fire in Utah, the largest in the US, burns through forests  AP News Wildfires cast a shadow over Utah’s Fourth of July as fireworks are restricted and communities mourn treasured places  CNN Critical fire weather complicates firefighting efforts in massive Utah wildfire  NPR Wildfires rage across the Southwest as officials warn of ‘extremely critical’ conditions  NBC News Utah’s Cottonwood fire spreads overnight to cover 92,000 acres  The Guardian

Three Heroes Died Fighting a Fire That Should Never Have HAPPENED

Several wildfires were burn on Saturday across the West.

What Your Dinner Table Said About Your STATUS in 1776

Around the time the United States was founded, Americans' diets included Parmesan ice cream and terrapin. But what you ate depended on your social status.

Four Black Women, Nine Degrees, and NOT ONE Steady Paycheck

The president promised to save “Black jobs,” but his policies have resulted fresh pain for the Black middle class as the employment gap widens.

What's DIFFERENT About This Year's July 4th Fireworks in Washington

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Sun hoodies are the greatest new garment since the original hoodie.

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The Church Where Politics DON'T Matter — But Debt Relief Does

Trinity Moravian Church, a politically diverse congregation in Winston-Salem, N. C., has been raising money to retire medical debt in the surrounding community.

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What to Do in Houston If You're Here for Business

Where to eat, stay, work, and eat some more while visiting Space City on business.

The BIZARRE Online Posts Behind the UFC Plot

Alleged UFC plotters posted a ‘terminally online Mad Libs’ of grievances  NBC News Chicago man charged with obstructing investigation into alleged White House UFC attack plot  Chicago Tribune Alexander Mercado of Chicago charged in connection with plot to attack Freedom 250 White House UFC fight event: Justice Department  ABC7 Chicago The UFC match plot: how a far-right group tried to assassinate Trump at his own event  The Guardian Records reveal the massive arsenal Ohio man allegedly built to

Three Heroes DIED Fighting Something That's Only Getting WORSE

The deaths occurred as crews battled multiple blazes across a parched region. Two other firefighters were also injured.

The Reservoir That Just Gave Up Its TRAGIC Secret

Police say the boy's body was recovered from Cowbury Reservoir in Stalybridge on Saturday night.

The 'No-Kill' Shelter Where 117 Dogs Were Found DEAD

Many of the dead dogs had gunshot wounds, authorities said.

What These THREE Firefighters Encountered That Cost Them EVERYTHING

Their bodies were brought by helicopter to a Colorado airport, where their soot-covered comrades drove them to the coroner’s office. Fires are raging in the arid Southwest after a warm winter.

What Catherine Discovered While Climbing THREE Mountains After Cancer

The Princess of Wales did the endurance event to raise awareness about "holistic healthcare" for cancer patients.

The Heat Wave That Could Make July Fourth UNBEARABLE

Dangerous heat wave to scorch U.S. ahead of July Fourth  NBC News A widespread, searing heat dome settles over the US this week  CNN ‘Heat Dome’ Could Bring Triple-Digit Temperatures to the Midwest and Eastern U.S.  The New York Times A heat wave is overtaking New England this holiday week. Here’s how hot it will feel.  The Boston Globe Sweltering days ahead for US East, Midwest ahead of July 4 weekend  USA Today

The Violent Incidents Casting a Shadow Over SF PRIDE

Violent incidents during Pride celebrations in San Francisco bring concerns  NBC Bay Area Pro-Transgender Candidate Is Chased From a Trans Rights Event Over Gaza  The New York Times ‘We’re better than that.’: Scott Weiner calls out ‘harassment’ at Trans March, Mission bar  KRON4 California state senator running to succeed Pelosi calls out ‘harassment’ at trans march  The Hill Scott Wiener says he was 'verbally and physically' harassed at SF Pride event  SFGATE

The Heat Wave That's About to Make This Week UNBEARABLE

Dangerous heat wave impacting large swathes of the U.S. this week, forecasters warn  CBS News A widespread, searing heat dome settles over the US this week  CNN Heat wave and high humidity will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, meteorologists say  PBS ‘Heat Dome’ Could Bring Triple-Digit Temperatures to the Midwest and Eastern U.S.  The New York Times Warnings expected for heat wave hitting New England this week. Here’s how hot it will feel.  The Boston Globe

The Anxiety Tempering New York's Most JOYOUS Pride March Yet

The annual celebration on Sunday took place in a city where many in the L.G.B.T.Q. community are optimistic about their local leaders but face challenges from the Trump administration.

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