State Department Says China Runs 3 Intelligence Sites in Cuba
Chinese and Russian intelligence personnel have tripled on the island as Havana funnels information gathered in the United States to Beijing.
Britain’s ‘Strictest Headmistress’ Explains Secret to Her School’s Success | Katharine Birbalsingh
Her school has repeatedly ranked No. 1 in student progress in the entire country.
Iran War Cost Estimated at $37.5 Billion So Far: Hegseth
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth offered the cost estimate while testifying in favor of a supplemental funding package for the U.S. military.
Officials Sought to Downplay China’s Link to 2020 Election
Declassified records lift the veil on the debate preceding suppression of reports on China’s meddling.
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Oil Prices Rise to 6-Week High Amid US–Iran Escalation
Threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb deepened concerns about disruptions to global energy flows.
Bessent Says US Could Sanction Chinese AI Developers Over Alleged Model Theft
The Treasury secretary said officials had found U.S. model ‘watermarks’ in Chinese systems and would examine the issue within days or weeks.
DOJ Urges New Jersey to Give Data on 6,600 Noncitizens Mistakenly Registered to Vote
Roughly 400 of these noncitizens were found to have cast votes.
American Heart Association Issues New Coffee Guidelines
Higher amounts of caffeine may cause problems such as high blood pressure, the organization said.
US Military Continues Strikes on Iran for 11th Night
The campaign targeted the Iranian regime’s military operations centers, maritime capabilities, aircraft hangars, drone storage facilities, and more.
The Forgotten US Territory Where Chinese Birth Tourism Thrives | Cleo Paskal
These area has become a major security loophole for Beijing’s influence operations.
A Little Appliance Know-How Can Save a Lot of Money
Today’s first great reader tip is a good reminder for anyone with a dishwasher.
The Remarkable Friendship Between C.S. Lewis and This Italian Saint
An Oxford academic, an Italian priest, and the brilliant Latin letters that united them.
322 Sugar-Free Body Reset: A 2-Week Plan to Lose Weight
When you start eating right and exercising efficiently, your body will naturally respond.
The Butler Solves It: Clare Mackintosh’s ‘The Butler’
The real crime here isn’t what you expect.
Rep. Biggs Wins GOP Primary, Will Challenge Hobbs for Arizona Governor in November
The Cook Political Report predicted that voters in Arizona may lean Democrat in the general election this fall.
27 Years On, Australians and New Zealanders Stand Against the CCP’s Brutal Persecution
Commemorations were held across several cities on July 20 to mark the official start of the CCP’s persecution against Falun Gong.
14,000 Australian Companies Enter Administration for 2nd Year Straight
The volume of Australian businesses going into administration each continues has rocketed since the pandemic.
Panthers Tackle Taylor Moton to Miss Time Due to Blood Clot in Lung
The medical condition has cropped up among multiple NFL stars in recent years.
‘Godzilla’ Actress Kaylee Hottle Dies at 18 Following Maryland Car Crash
Hottle died on Tuesday from injuries sustained in single-vehicle collision in Ijamsville, Maryland.
Different Ways Caffeine Affects Sleep
The same caffeine that helps people stay focused during the day also makes it harder for them to fully rest at night.
12 Resistance Band Moves to Build Lower-Body Strength
Using resistance bands for hip exercises can greatly increase muscle strength and improve hip joint stability.
How to Make Tomato Soup to Get More Cancer-Fighting Compounds
Gazpacho turns peak-season tomatoes and extra-virgin olive oil into a hydrating, no-cook dish that helps the body absorb antioxidant-rich lycopene.
A Widely Available Drug Is Sending More People to Poison Control Centers
Kratom is easy to obtain without a prescription and is often marketed as a natural remedy, leading more people to try it.
Gravity and Creativity Prolong Products’ Useful Life
Food seems to last longer when stored upside-down in a container with a tightly fitting lid.
John D. Rockefeller: The Deeply Religious Standard Oil Tycoon
From tithing his first bookkeeper earnings to giving away hundreds of millions, the Gilded Age tycoon viewed wealth as a sacred trust from God.
Why Melbourne’s Global Food Scene Feels Like Home
The biggest surprise that stayed with me from Melbourne was the excellence and articulations of Greek cuisine.
