Iran Threatens ‘Powerful Response’ for Ships That Don’t Use Its Approved Hormuz Strait Routes
Tehran has insisted it must control the routes of the vessels in the strait.
China’s Xi Using Ethnic Unity Law to Build Legitimacy for Continued Rule, Taiwan Scholar Says
Several Taiwanese scholars attended a forum in Taipei to discuss the implications of the new Chinese law.
EU Slashes Steel Import Quotas and Raises Tariffs to 50 Percent
European steelmakers hailed the measure as a ‘game changer’ as Brussels moved to shield the industry from global overcapacity and diverted imports.
Pope Leo Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group: What to Know
The group was excommunicated in 1988, but Pope Benedict XVI lifted the penalty as a gesture of mercy.
A Hidden Chamber, an Unfinished Dream, and the Mystique of Mount Rushmore
The world-famous American icon—which almost wasn’t built—will likely endure for millennia. It’s a major focal point for America’s 250th birthday this year.
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Treasury Launches Low-Cost Index Funds for Trump Accounts
The department unveiled a default investment in S&P 500 ETF ahead of its Independence Day launch.
EU Starts Charging Duty on Low-Value Imports
Importers or sellers are now responsible for the customs fee, although consumers are likely to face higher prices.
Consumers Confront Higher Beef Prices Ahead of America 250 Cookouts
Barbecue lovers enjoy their beef, but the meat also ’represents the greatest inflationary pressure,' say Wells Fargo economists.
FDA Staffers Oppose Proposed Clearance of Peptides
The amino acids are popular among some fitness influencers.
Russia Launches Major Attack on Kyiv, Killing at Least 21 People
Explosions echoed throughout Kyiv overnight as thousands of residents sought safety in bomb shelters and underground metro stations
The Constitution on Today’s Hottest Debates: From Campus Free Speech to Homeless Encampments
What does the Constitution actually say about the issues dominating today’s headlines?
250 Years Ago: The Declaration of Independence—The Crucial Days of July 1776
The need for unanimity of the colonies on the issue of independence led to tense days leading up to the signing of the country’s birth certificate.
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins for Healthy Snacking
Grated zucchini and pureed blueberries disappear into a soft, kid-approved muffin packed with fiber and protein.
The Perfectionism Pandemic: What’s Driving It?
New data on perfectionism’s steady rise and broader associations prompt a closer look at the expectations of self and society.
July Sizzlers: Something for Everyone on Screens Both Big and Small
The final, unofficial last of Hollywood’s summer months promises some big hits and likely a few misses.
US Closes 2022 Tesla Probe Into Unexpected Braking
NHTSA said the reported incidents did not cause vehicles to leave their lanes or significantly increase the risk of a crash.
Germany Announces $11 Billion Tax Cut and 8 Percent Reduction in Ministry Staff
Merz’s package also includes tighter sick-leave rules, however the AfD dismissed it as ‘even more left-wing redistribution.’
Tesla Posts Record Second-Quarter Performance as European Demand Surges
The EV maker delivered more than 480,000 vehicles, helped by sharp gains in the European market.
Clippers Trade Kawhi Leonard to Toronto, where he Won Championship in 2019
Leonard returns to the Toronto Raptors in a blockbuster trade, where he gets paired with two-time all star Scottie Barnes.
Victor Willis, Co-Founder and Lead Voice of the Village People, Dies at 74 Following ‘Aggressive’ Illness
Willis was the voice was behind some of disco’s most popular hits such as ‘Y.M.C.A.’ and ‘Macho Man.’
Uganda Detects Severe Disease Amid Ebola Outbreak: WHO
Marburg disease is similar to Ebola.
Why Bone and Muscle Loss Is More Than Just Aging
While osteoporosis and sarcopenia are among the most consequential aspects of aging, they are also the most preventable and reversible.
Healthy Fourth of July Recipes Bursting With Natural Red, White, and Blue
A sparkling spritz, refreshing salad, and make-ahead dessert prove you don’t need artificial ingredients to create a festive Fourth of July spread.
New Drug Offers Potential Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B
Bepirovirsen may eliminate the need for lifelong treatment.
Add a Second Doorbell Chime
When you go to purchase a new door chime, choose one that is a standard two-tone model.
Boredom and Cold Beauty: Why This Veteran Italian Designer Says Global Fashion Has Lost Its ‘Soul’
‘When a brand stops searching for its ’soul’ ... it slowly loses the heart that made it alive,' says the former designer for Prada and Benetton.
Extreme Weather, Global Instability, and Safety Increasingly Influencing Summer Vacations
Just 19 percent of Americans plan to travel abroad this summer, significantly lower than the global average of 36 percent.
