Trump Signs Orders to Curb Birthright Citizenship, Target Birth Tourism
The new orders came after the Supreme Court in June overturned a bid by Trump to restrict birthright citizenship on the grounds it violated the 14th Amendment.
NASA Calls It the ‘Best Meteor Shower of the Year’—Here’s Where to Watch It
Dark Sky Park visitors across the country could witness the Perseids meteor shower peak display of 100 meteors per hour on Aug. 12 to Aug. 13.
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US Announces New Sanctions on Cuba Targeting Military Imports
The new sanctions target five Cuban entities and eight individuals involved in military procurement from China, Russia, and other countries.
China’s COVID-19 Positivity Rate Exceeds 20 Percent; Hospitals Overcrowded With Patients: Doctors
Medical experts said when the positivity rate exceeds 20 percent, the epidemic is likely to reach a high prevalence level.
Warner Bros. Discovery Confident Paramount Buyout Will Close
Second-quarter profit fell while the company awaited regulatory and court decisions on its merger with Paramount Skydance.
Occupational Exposure to Pesticides Linked to Higher Risk of ALS, Study Finds
Men exposed to pesticides faced twice the risk of contracting the disease compared to unexposed males.
Russia Considering Strikes in Baltic Region Using Ukrainian Drones, Lithuania Says
Lithuanian Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas warned that Moscow could use Ukrainian drones downed over its territory to execute a ‘false flag’ attack.
The Multi-Billion Dollar Industry Using Trafficked Slaves to Scam Americans | Timothy Blackwood
Thousands of slaves are forced to work in scam centers, the new film ‘Scam Slave: From Hell to Home’ reveals.
Beyond Democrat and Republican: America’s Real Political Parties
A recent study suggests that Americans have many underlying values in common.
From Tots to Teens: The American Founders, Virtue, and Raising Independent Children
Abigail Adams and other influential figures saw character as the cornerstone of education, emphasizing independence and self-discipline.
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.
Classical Wisdom: When Truth Becomes a Saying
The first of this two-part series explores where true wisdom lies in today’s Age of Information.
SF Giants Announcer Mike Krukow to Retire at End of Season
The beloved broadcaster thanked fans for supporting him during his nearly four-decade career.
New Jersey Governor Backs Primary Challenger to Massachusetts Democratic Sen. Markey
Sherrill is backing a challenger to an incumbent senator who holds the endorsements of most of the Massachusetts Democratic establishment.
South Korean President Orders Nationwide Response to Heatwave
Earlier this week, President Lee Jae Myung labeled the heatwave a ’state disaster.’
China Opens Cybersecurity Probe of Palo Alto Networks Amid US Trade Tensions
The probe of the U.S. cybersecurity firm came a day after Beijing announced a flurry of retaliatory actions against Washington’s trade curbs.
Indiana’s Cunningham Gets Support, Pushback After Opposing Men in Women’s Sports
At a recent game, Minnesota’s head coach wore a ‘Trans kids belong’ shirt. But the Fever guard had supporters too.
Disney and TikTok Strike First-Ever Deal to Share Short-Form Content
The program will debut in the United States in the next few months before expanding to international markets.
FDA Approves First Drug to Treat Full Range of Narcolepsy Symptoms
Unlike other treatments that target only symptoms, this new drug targets the underlying cause of narcolepsy type 1.
The Farmer’s Carry Is an Underrated Full-Body Exercise, Here’s How to Do It
When the crops come in there’s a lot of work to do. These exercises use produce to produce gains.
People Who Drink Alcohol Have More Harmful Oral Bacteria, Study Finds
Dentists explain how alcohol may affect the balance of bacteria in your mouth.
1 of the Most Common Knee Surgeries May Be Doing More Harm Than Good
A Finnish clinical trial found that partial meniscectomy may accelerate osteoarthritis in middle-aged and older patients.
Three Homeowners Who Scored Lower Mortgage Rates—and How They Did It
In today’s market, doing the work to get a lower rate is one thing you can control.
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.
Demand for Experiences Surges as Travelers Prioritize Activities Over Relaxation
It seems consumers are increasingly showing signs that they appreciate the experiential part of travel.
