How World Cup Teams Snag Players Born or Raised in Another Country
FIFA allows soccer players to change national teams under certain conditions—but they can only change teams once.
Beijing Bows to Demographic Reality
Beijing has decided to change its hukou system of worker registration. Reform will help but not enough to meet all China’s needs.
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8 Men Indicted Over Alleged Plot to Attack White House UFC Freedom 250 Event
The White House hosted the Ultimate Fighting Championship Freedom 250 event on June 14.
US Reaffirms Support for Tibetan Cultural Preservation After Activist’s Self-Immolation
The State Department supports Tibetans’ human rights and urges precondition-free dialogue with China after the death of Lobga Rangzen near U.N. headquarters.
As Europe Braces for Another Heat Wave, the Fight Over Air Conditioning Heats Up
High temperatures are colliding with planning rules and climate politics, from Paris hospital wards to London flats.
Infections From Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Soar Past 1,000 in Michigan
More than 300 infections have also been recorded in other states.
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Illinois Ban on ‘Assault Weapons’
The National Shooting Sports Foundation, a plaintiff in the case, plans to seek Supreme Court review.
How Beijing’s New Law Seeks to Crush Dissent Worldwide | Guermantes Lailari
The law will be used to justify and expand Chinese transnational repression overseas, Lailari said.
‘Signal One’: The Better Choice of 2026’s Two Alien Movies
Consisting mostly of rocket scientist conversations about astrophysics, ‘Signal One’ is nevertheless far more intriguing than anything in ‘Disclosure Day.’
Bonds of Affection: Julia Grant, Varina Davis, and the Mending of America
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ the friendship between two first ladies helped heal the lingering wounds and bitter divisions of the Civil War.
The Ancient Techniques That Reset Your Nervous System
When the nervous system is constantly activated, the body shifts resources away from digestion, immunity, and repair.
‘Comedy is a Grim Business’: The Creation of a Slapstick Masterwork
James Curtis recalls the wild story behind the comedy classic ‘It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World.’
Trump Took Old Air Force One to Leave Turkey as Security Measure: White House
The president departed from the NATO summit aboard the old Air Force One Wednesday instead of the new Air Force One donated by the Qatari government.
Appeals Court Finds Federal Law Prohibits Texas From Offering In-State Tuition to Illegal Immigrants
Day in Photos: Search for Missing Guards, Sun Valley Conference, and Zipline in Cambodia
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
SBS Expanded Hebrew Service After Oct. 7 Attacks, Has Not Adopted Anti-Semitism Definition
‘We have covered extensively, reporting on anti-Semitic attacks and the abhorrent impacts that has had on the community,’ said SBS’s director of news.
Norway’s Haaland: ‘Low’ Chances of Winning World Cup Mean Less Pressure
Norway faces off against England on Saturday.
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.
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.
What Standard Cardiac Testing Fails to Capture
The four dimensions of heart health that matter most.
It’s Not Just What You Eat: Everyday Habits Keep Inflammation Burning
Chronic inflammation often develops silently, yet it may contribute to conditions ranging from digestive disorders to heart disease.
What Food Processing Actually Does to Your Food
Researchers say the way food is made may matter as much as what’s in it.
Get a Perfect Paint Match
Getting a perfect match with an old painted wall is a tedious job that takes patience, so make sure you are not in a big hurry.
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.
Iconic Movie Destinations for Summer Travel
Walking through a filming location can feel like crossing a boundary between fiction and reality.
