Trump Says US Has ‘Total Control’ of Hormuz
The U.S. energy secretary said nearly 9 million barrels per day are exiting the strait and that private maritime trackers are missing vessels moving covertly.
The Inner Workings of Beijing’s Security Machine Revealed
Drawing on analysis, leaked budget data, court records, and party documents, exclusive research maps the CCP’s security apparatus.
China Behind ‘Great Transshipment Scam’ Costing Billions of Dollars, White House Says
A report stated that China systematically evaded U.S. tariffs and other trade measures by routing goods through third-party countries.
The One-Room Schoolhouse Is Making a Comeback. We Visited One.
‘Our goal is to resurrect the one-room schoolhouse as a place where siblings and neighbors learn together,’ one founder said.
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Iran Cites Environmental Damage in Push for Hormuz Shipping Fees
Tehran is broadening its justification for shipping fees as Iranian and U.S. officials trade competing claims over control of the strait.
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.
11 Charged in Immigration Scheme Involving Over 1,000 Sham Marriages
If convicted, the defendants face 10 years in prison.
Spain Says Sovereignty of Ceuta and Melilla ‘Not Up for Discussion’
Spain’s socialist government has largely praised Moroccan authorities for their cooperation in swiftly repatriating the illegal immigrants.
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.
US Ambassador to Israel Condemns Settler Violence Against Palestinian Homes in West Bank
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had come under fire for not forcefully dealing with the problem.
How Tech Overlords Profit Off AI Predictions | Carissa Véliz
We’ve been told one in five jobs could be replaced by AI. But when we treat this prediction as fact, are we seeing the future—or manifesting it?
Erich Wolfgang Korngold: Hollywood’s Musical Genius
In this installment of ‘Movie Music Composers,’ we meet a classical composer who brought beautiful music to the big screen.
‘Van of Valor’: A Road Trip to Honor Vets
Kevin and Lauren Wallace want vets remembered and do this with a 27,000-mile journey through America.
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.
Insolvencies in Canada Jumped More Than 11 Percent in June: Government Data
June data show that 11.5 percent more people and companies filed insolvency claims year over year.
Proposed AI Data Centre Receiving Pushback From Residents of Saskatchewan Community
Some Moose Jaw residents are opposing a proposed AI data centre, with two petitions currently circulating against the project.
The Gray Ghost and the Union General: An Unlikely American Friendship
A fierce Confederate guerrilla and a Union general forged an unexpected bond to champion postwar reconciliation.
US Creates Multinational Attack Drone Task Force for the Middle East
The U.S. Central Command said it had begun consulting with and inviting regional partners into the drone warfare task force.
Ukraine Has Retaken 288 Sq Miles in Operation This Year, Zelenskyy Says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the ‘offensive operation’ was ‘carried out with precision—exactly as planned.’
US Housing Market Moves Further in Buyers’ Territory as Demand Hits Record Low: Report
Redfin estimated there were 51 percent more sellers than buyers in July as high prices and mortgage rates kept many would-be buyers sidelined.
Russell Westbrook, NBA’s All-Time Leader in Triple-Doubles, Calls it a Career After 18 Seasons
Westbrook, 37, was a one-time MVP and nine-time All-Star. His career started with the Oklahoma City Thunder, but he suited up for six other teams.
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.
Plank Science: 6 Plank Exercises to Build Core Strength
Planks are great for strengthening your core, including the deep muscles of your trunk. These six plank variations can elevate your core to new heights.
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.
The Ultimate Summer Frittata
One of my favorite ways to beat the heat and serve up something satisfying is to prepare a frittata with ingredients that are both seasonal and colorful.
Add Decorative Metal Ceiling
Metal panel ceilings are beautiful, and best of all, they are still available.
Virginia’s Wytheville Is Worth a Visit
Offering vintage vibes at a price point accessible to mere mortals, this destination has plenty to offer.
