Israel Strikes Gaza After Announcement of US-Backed Hamas Disarmament Plan
The Israeli military said it targeted Hamas weapons storage facilities near a hospital in the central Gaza Strip.
Death Toll in Spain’s Illegal Immigration Surge Rises to 72
Thousands of migrants returned to Morocco as authorities reinforced border security following one of Europe’s largest illegal immigration surges in years.
Trump Says Iran Talks to Begin on Monday
The president said some parties believe a deal is imminent involving the Strait of Hormuz, to be followed by what he called ‘the denuclearization of Iran.’
Children’s Hospitals to Begin Offering Restorative Care for Detransitioners
Detransition services include medical, surgical, psychological support.
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Iran Denies US Talks, Says Negotiations With Oman Ongoing
Tehran said it is negotiating only with Oman despite Trump’s announcement that U.S.–Iran talks would begin on Monday.
China’s Business Activity Contracts as Orders, Jobs, and Consumer Demand Weaken
China’s July PMI gauges fell below 50 as orders weakened, services and construction contracted, and smaller manufacturers faced mounting pressure.
Washington State Wildfires Trigger Mass Evacuations, Emergency Declaration
Thousands of people have been evacuated as the city of Spokane is under a ‘Go! Leave Immediately’ emergency due to wildfires.
1st ‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Death Reported in Florida This Year: Officials
So far, 12 cases of Vibrio vulnificus have been reported across the state in 2026, Florida health officials reported.
Savannah Guthrie Marks 6 Months Since Mother’s Disappearance, Asks for Help
The ‘TODAY’ host said her family is ‘begging for help’ in an Instagram post asking for clues to the whereabouts of her mother.
The Hidden Realities of Buying Eggs, Sperm, or a Womb | Katy Faust
Reproductive technologies are making parenthood possible in ways never seen before. For many, this is progress. But at what cost?
Talking About Scams Works: The 80 Percent Rule and How to Have the Family Conversation
Does scam awareness actually work, and how do you raise it with parents or adult kids?
High Notes and Decrescendos: More Great Opera at the Met
Part 2 of the Metropolitan Opera’s 2026–2027 season features productions in 2027.
WestJet Flight Attendants Go on Strike After Contract Talks Collapse
Cancelled flights of the Calgary-based airline climbed to 600 as of 3 a.m. MT on Aug. 2.
How One Man Defied Deadly Lung Cancer for More Than 7 Years
New immunotherapies are improving survival for some patients with small cell lung cancer.
The ‘True Art’ of Renaissance Drawing
Renaissance artists put their heart, skill, and genius into drawings.
Former House Appropriations Committee Chair Kate Granger Dies Aged 83
Kay Granger was the first Republican woman from Texas to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, and served for nearly three decades.
US Issues Security Alerts for Americans in Middle East
US citizens are urged to ‘exercise caution and heightened vigilance and should be prepared for flight cancellations.’
Regret Claiming Social Security Early? You Have Options for Bigger Checks
Question: I claimed Social Security six months ago at age 62, but my checks are too small. Is there anything I can do?
Shortbread Cookie Recall Expanded Across US
Consuming the recalled items may lead to ‘serious or life-threatening’ reactions in allergic people, the manufacturer warned.
12 Plank Variations That Strengthen Your Core
Plank routines sculpt the core and sharpen body control, giving you a strong, upright, and healthy posture.
4 Herbal Teas That May Support Memory and Brain Health
Sugary beverages can bring you brain fog when what you really want is a pick-me-up.
Ozempic-Class Drugs Tied to Rare Smell and Taste Problems
Here’s how significant the risk is and when to see a doctor.
Build a Redwood Deck
When planning a deck, check your property survey to make sure you know where your property line begins and ends.
He Refused to Pay $2,000—So He Built a Toilet Boat to Cross the Sea
A South Australian man has gone viral after crossing a 20 kilometre stretch of sea in a homemade raft to move some precious cargo.
Travelers, Brace for Permanently Higher US Airfares
The big U.S. carriers have finally learned that price discipline is their friend.
