US Threatens Indefinite Naval Blockade, More Economic Pressure on Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States will pursue ‘economic isolation’ of Iran to increase pressure.
Venezuelans Hopeful of Change Amid Stories of Jail and Torture
A once prosperous nation crippled by socialist policies and a bloody regime, Venezuela seeks to cast out remnants of the old guard to forge a new future.
What Happened When We Created a Snapchat Account for a 13-Year-Old
Studies suggest teens may be exposed to sexual, violent, drug and other unsafe content at alarming rates.
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US Expands Primary Care to Nearly 1 Million More Americans
The funding will help communities tackle “chronic disease at its roots,” Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said.
House Committees Detail Harvard Ties With Chinese Entities in New Report
The committees identified 140 publications co-authored by Harvard-affiliated researchers and researchers affiliated with Chinese universities.
UK’s Farage Regains Parliamentary Seat in Special Election
Parliament re-opened an investigation into the party leader’s finances after he defeated an array of novelty characters and fringe candidates.
14 Health Conditions Added to Social Security’s Compassionate Allowances List
In total, there are now 314 medical conditions that are eligible for expedited disability application processing.
What Awaits the 474 People Arrested So Far Over France’s Summer Fires
Deliberately torching a forest can bring 15 years to life in prison. In practice, a legal expert told The Epoch Times, sanctions will be ‘far from exemplary.’
She Escaped North Korea 3 Times. Half of Her Family Didn’t Survive | Grace Jo
At just 6 years old, Grace Jo fled North Korea for the first time with her mother and sister.
The Gold Tax Surprise: When Gold Profits Get Taxed at 28 Percent
How much tax do you pay when you sell gold coins or a gold ETF?
3 Classic Poems on the Beauty of the Night Sky
From stars to clouds to rustling tree branches, the sky above casts a spell of creativity on these three poets.
Petition Urges Ottawa to Recognize Nine Canadians Killed in Combat During Fenian Raids
The 1866 Battle of Ridgeway, in current-day Fort Erie, was the first battle to be fought exclusively by Canadian troops under Canadian officers.
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.
Appeals Court Sidesteps Ruling on Legality of Trump’s Alien Enemies Act Invocation
The Fifth Circuit dismissed a challenge to the president’s use of the 1798 statute after the plaintiffs were deported under ordinary immigration law.
NATO Downs Drone in Latvian Airspace, Finland Restricts Areas of Baltic Sea
NATO confirmed that both Italian and Turkish jets were scrambled and one of the fighters neutralized the unmanned aerial vehicle.
Shoppers Close Their Wallets in July as US Retail Sales Unexpectedly Fall
The end of the FIFA World Cup and Prime Day moving hurt July commerce, Bank of America economists said.
Despite Losing QB Competition, J.J. McCarthy Wants to Stay With Vikings
Head coach Kevin O'Connell named Kyler Murray the starter earlier this week.
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.
People Who Are Depressed Are More Vulnerable to Social Media Likes, Study Finds
The findings highlight how visible metrics and unpredictable rewards may shape posting behavior and keep users engaged.
Why Your Spine Ages—and What You Can Do to Slow It
Aging is one of the most important factors contributing to spinal disorders.
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.
Sweet Corn Season Is Here, These Recipes Make the Most of It
With corn so delicate and fresh, the best way to cook it is hardly at all.
Cleaning and Sealing Exterior Wood
Treated lumbar needs care and protection from the elements.
Last-Minute Travel Planning: Travel Advisers Dish on What Trips to Book Now
Travelers looking for a last-minute trip will have to plan their trips differently and use different methods than those who book a year or so out.
