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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Labor Department Launches ‘Major Investigation’ Into H-1B Visa Fraud
The department said it ‘uncovered widespread schemes in which employers and labor brokers submitted fraudulent applications’ for the visas.
China Tests Long Range Missile in the Pacific to Advance Its Aggression: Analysts
The CCP’s action is intended to intimidate but will bring U.S.-led Western allies and countries in the region closer to counter its threat, experts said.
EU Lawmakers Advance Mass Private-Message Scanning Measure
Critics call the measure ‘Chat Control’ and warn it could normalize mass surveillance, while supporters say it is needed to detect child sexual abuse material.
Ebola Outbreak Spreads to New Areas as Deaths Soar Past 600
The total number of confirmed cases in Congo is now up to 1,759, with 600 having died.
Palantir Says London Mayor’s Office Wrongly Blocked $67 Million Met Police Contract
London City Hall says procurement concerns, not politics, drove its decision to block Palantir deal.
Why Today’s Young Men Feel They Have No Place in the West | Nick Freitas
For two decades, young men have been told that masculinity is toxic, the future is female, that they are responsible for the world’s problems, he argues.
John La Farge’s Spectacular Stained Glass Windows of Peonies
Among the first to incorporate opalescent glass, his stained glass windows were unprecedented.
No, These Aren’t Oil Paintings
Often mistaken for oil paintings, luminous pastel paintings deserve the limelight.
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.
The Art of Noticing: Edward Lear’s Illustrations
The famed limerick writer was not only popular for his whimsical lines but also for his grasp of the world through his illustrations.
Tennessee Names New Bridge After Trump
The President Donald J. Trump bridge is located approximately 30 miles east of Knoxville, Tennessee.
Germany Strikes Deal to Buy Tomahawk Missiles from US
The missiles can be equipped with either conventional or nuclear payloads.
US Envoy Warns China Is Weaponizing Maritime Power as Greenland Debate Intensifies
Warren Stephens warned of threats to ports, shipbuilding, Panama, and Arctic security as Washington presses allies on maritime vulnerabilities.
Kia Recalls 462,000 Vehicles for Possible Fire Hazard, Issues ‘Park Outside’ Alert
The front power seat motor may overheat because of a stuck seat slide knob or faulty recall repair, creating a fire risk.
British Wild Card Arthur Fery Continues Wimbledon Cinderella Run Into the SemiFinals
The 114th ranked Brit had previously never made it past the second round at a major tournament, and now he’s playing on Center Court in his hometown.
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.
Ebola Outbreak in Africa Still Spreading, Official Says, as Deaths Top 500
‘We would like to say it is stabilizing but, frankly, we cannot say it yet,’ a World Health Organization official said.
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.
