The Inner Workings of Beijing’s Security Machine Revealed
Drawing on analysis, leaked budget data, court records, and party documents, exclusive research maps the CCP’s security apparatus.
Proposed AI Data Centre Receiving Pushback From Residents of Saskatchewan Community
Some Moose Jaw residents are opposing a proposed AI data centre, with two petitions currently circulating against the project.
UK Prime Minister Says Wealthier Areas Must House Illegal Immigrants
The prime minister’s comments were made as residents of the Oxfordshire village of Piddington objected to asylum accommodation plans at a former defense base.
China, Indonesia Hold First Naval Drill East of Taiwan, Signaling Push Into Western Pacific
The exercise included at-sea replenishment, which could help Beijing sustain naval deployments beyond the first island chain, an insider said.
Insolvencies in Canada Jumped More Than 11 Percent in June: Government Data
June data show that 11.5 percent more people and companies filed insolvency claims year over year.
Sask. Business First to Be Convicted Under Province’s Worker Protection Legislation
A Saskatchewan business plans to hire only local workers after being charged under the province’s foreign-worker protection legislation.
The One-Room Schoolhouse Is Making a Comeback. We Visited One.
‘Our goal is to resurrect the one-room schoolhouse as a place where siblings and neighbors learn together,’ one founder said.
US NEWS
State Department Launches Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force
The activity of visa holders worldwide is under review, the department stated.
11 Charged in Immigration Scheme Involving Over 1,000 Sham Marriages
If convicted, the defendants face 10 years in prison.
Congo’s Ebola Outbreak on Track to Be Deadliest Ever, Says WHO Chief
The West African Ebola outbreak of 2014–2016 saw 28,616 cases and 11,310 deaths recorded across Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.
Health Officials Issue Warning on Potentially Deadly Beach Bacteria
At least seven people in Florida and Louisiana have died so far this year from Vibrio vulnficus, sometimes called a ‘flesh-eating bacteria.’
New Indictment Alleges Nick Reiner Lay in Wait Before Killing Parents
A grand jury returned murder charges with special circumstances in the deaths of director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
How Tech Overlords Profit Off AI Predictions | Carissa Véliz
We’ve been told one in five jobs could be replaced by AI. But when we treat this prediction as fact, are we seeing the future—or manifesting it?
The Sicilian Behind Manhattan’s Elegant Apartments
In the 1920s, Rosario Candela’s designs shaped the New York skyline and introduced new ways of living for the wealthy.
Roelant Savery’s Enchanting Paintings of Orpheus
Savery’s paintings are not only beautiful but remain topical about the hopeful power of art to unify.
Insolvencies in Canada Jumped More Than 11 Percent in June: Government Data
June data show that 11.5 percent more people and companies filed insolvency claims year over year.
Proposed AI Data Centre Receiving Pushback From Residents of Saskatchewan Community
Some Moose Jaw residents are opposing a proposed AI data centre, with two petitions currently circulating against the project.
Your Kidneys and Bladder May Be Failing Faster—and Why That’s Happening
Two of the body’s quietest organs are often the ones most worth listening to.
The Battle of Athens, Tennessee: The Story of an American Rebellion in 1946
Thousands of WWII veterans came home from war only to take up arms against local officials attempting to steal an election.
Federal Appeals Court Affirms Texas Limits on Mail Voting and Assistance
A Fifth Circuit panel reversed an injunction, saying challengers had not shown real harm.
Israeli Consulate Closure in Chengdu Signals Deepening Rift With Beijing
As Israel closes its Chengdu consulate, analysts say bilateral ties with China are shifting from pragmatic cooperation toward strategic distrust.
The 2nd Scam: Fraud ‘Recovery’ Services That Target People Who Have Already Been Robbed
A company says it can recover your scammed money. Is it legitimate, or the next scam?
Russell Westbrook, NBA’s All-Time Leader in Triple-Doubles, Calls it a Career After 18 Seasons
Westbrook, 37, was a one-time MVP and nine-time All-Star. His career started with the Oklahoma City Thunder, but he suited up for six other teams.
Julie Andrews Steps Away From On-Screen Roles After 8 Decades in Hollywood
The Academy Award winner will not reprise her role in ‘The Princess Diaries 3.’
A Nutritionist’s Advice on Eating for Healthy Hair
Before spending money on supplements, it may be worth taking a closer look at your diet.
Plank Science: 6 Plank Exercises to Build Core Strength
Planks are great for strengthening your core, including the deep muscles of your trunk. These six plank variations can elevate your core to new heights.
Peaches: An Unexpected Source of Carotenoids That Benefits the Eyes and Skin
Peaches owe their golden-orange hue to carotenoids, natural plant pigments.
Long-Term Instagram Use Linked to a Weaker Sense of Self, Study Shows
Researchers in Milan used virtual reality to test whether years of Instagram use affects how people recognize their own face.
The Ultimate Summer Frittata
One of my favorite ways to beat the heat and serve up something satisfying is to prepare a frittata with ingredients that are both seasonal and colorful.
Add Decorative Metal Ceiling
Metal panel ceilings are beautiful, and best of all, they are still available.
Virginia’s Wytheville Is Worth a Visit
Offering vintage vibes at a price point accessible to mere mortals, this destination has plenty to offer.
