Impending Showdown With Communist Cuba Is Decades in the Making
What the long timeline of U.S.–Cuba relations reveals about current dynamics, as tensions ramp up amid daily blackouts, U.S. pressure, and ongoing negotiations.
Why MAID May Not Be the Peaceful Death Many Expect
Medical Assistance in Dying is often portrayed as a peaceful, predictable process, but the limited data suggest a more uncertain reality.
Anthropic Abruptly Disables 2 Claude Models After US Bans Use by Foreign Nationals
The San Francisco-based artificial intelligence company paused access to all customers using Fable 5 and Mythos 5.
Behind the Trump–Xi Handshake, an Architecture of Distrust
Washington has stopped expecting China to reform and is walling off its tech and tariff weapons, even as it keeps everyday trade flowing, analysts say.
Two-Tier Justice Is Breaking Our Country
A society’s moral foundation cracks the moment the justice system plays favourites.
Shen Yun Closes a Season of Acclamation, Medals, and Sold-Out Houses
The classical Chinese dance company’s 20th tour drew generals, lawmakers, and sold-out crowds across five continents—often in defiance of Beijing’s pressure.
US NEWS
Knicks Take Title in 5, Knock Off Spurs in San Antonio for First NBA Crown in 53 Years
There’s certain to be joyful bedlam in Gotham as the beloved blue-and-orange win their first world championship since Nixon was president.
Chinese Ships Enter Restricted Waters Around Disputed Island in South China Sea
Chinese vessels for the first time entered restricted waters around Taiwan-controlled Taiping Island, Taiwan said.
Mammography: A Widely Used X-Ray Screening Test for Breast Cancer–All You Need to Know
Mammography is the most commonly recommended screening test for breast cancer, but concerns about overdiagnosis and overtreatment remain.
Former NIH Head Secretly Helped With Paper Dismissing Theory COVID-19 Came From Lab
Dr. Francis Collins made the admission in a newly disclosed email.
Scotland Beats Haiti in Victorious Return to World Cup
The Scots now lead their group in terms of points after the Brazil–Morocco bout ended in a draw.
How Cartels Used Mega-Tunnels to Flood America with Narcotics | Sara Carter
Carter broke down the complex pipelines that are driving this epidemic and how the Trump administration has been going on the offensive.
Tune in Today: The Mystery of Bach’s Six Suites for Solo Cello (Part II)
Great cellist Pablo Casals treasured, performed, and recorded the forgotten suites.
The Empty Carnegie Hall Performance That Revolutionized Music
In ‘This Week in History,’ CBS hired a young Hungarian engineer to lead their TV department and create a new way to play music.
Shen Yun Closes a Season of Acclamation, Medals, and Sold-Out Houses
The classical Chinese dance company’s 20th tour drew generals, lawmakers, and sold-out crowds across five continents—often in defiance of Beijing’s pressure.
Shen Yun Closes a Season of Acclamation, Medals, and Sold-Out Houses
The classical Chinese dance company’s 20th tour drew generals, lawmakers, and sold-out crowds across five continents—often in defiance of Beijing’s pressure.

Why Exercising at the Wrong Time Is Holding You Back
Research shows that aligning your workouts with your body’s natural sleep-wake rhythm can boost strength, improve recovery, and sharpen focus.

The Reluctant Rebel: The Patriot Who Needed Persuading
In this installment of ‘When Character Counted,’ we focus on a signer of the Declaration of Independence who came cautiously to the cause of freedom.
In Charts: Food Stamp Participation Declines With Changes From Big Beautiful Bill
Expanded work requirements and stricter enforcement of payment errors moved 4.3 million Americans off program rolls.

Switzerland Weighs World’s First Binding Population Cap Amid Backlash Against Immigration
Under the text of the initiative, the resident population must not exceed 10 million before 2050.

UK Retailers Urge Faster Crackdown on Cheap Parcels From China
As Chinese exports flood the UK with cheap parcels, retailers call for faster reform to protect domestic competition.

Single Sigmoidoscopy Cuts Colorectal Cancer Risk for More Than 20 Years
A 23-year study found lasting reductions in colorectal cancer risk and deaths after one flexible sigmoidoscopy, especially in men.

2 Exercises to Improve Hip Stability
Compared with the knees, the hip joint has a much greater range of motion.

1 Simple Test May Predict Future Quality of Life
As muscle strength, balance, and control decline, daily tasks such standing up become harder, increasing the risk of falls, injury, and loss of independence.

Pesto Crab Cakes and Tomato Corn Salad
Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil, the crab cakes feel light, fragrant, and perfect for warm weather.

The Little-Known Chapter in Alexander Hamilton’s Life
Despite their bitter parting, Hamilton and George Washington reconciled and became close allies, renewing one of the greatest alliances in American history.

At 100, Route 66 Still Beckons as a Cross-Country Caravan Takes Off From Santa Monica
In song and literature, the route is celebrated as an east-to-west journey.



















































































































