US Vows to Stand Against Beijing’s Coercion as Chinese ‘Ethnic Unity’ Law Takes Effect
The EU voices concerns about the law’s extraterritorial application, while Taiwan warns it presents an escalation of the CCP’s transnational repression.
Iran Threatens ‘Powerful Response’ for Ships That Don’t Use Its Approved Hormuz Strait Routes
Tehran has insisted it must control the routes of the vessels in the strait.
Clinical Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola Treatments Starts
Patients are being enrolled to test potential treatments against the ebolavirus that is behind the ongoing outbreak in Africa.
Pope Leo Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group: What to Know
The group was excommunicated in 1988, but Pope Benedict XVI lifted the penalty as a gesture of mercy.
A Hidden Chamber, an Unfinished Dream, and the Mystique of Mount Rushmore
The world-famous American icon—which almost wasn’t built—will likely endure for millennia. It’s a major focal point for America’s 250th birthday this year.
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Treasury Launches Low-Cost Index Funds for Trump Accounts
The department unveiled a default investment in S&P 500 ETF ahead of its Independence Day launch.
China’s Xi Using Ethnic Unity Law to Build Legitimacy for Continued Rule, Taiwan Scholar Says
Several Taiwanese scholars attended a forum in Taipei to discuss the implications of the new Chinese law.
British Prime Minister Apologizes Over Historical Forced Adoptions
The government’s apology follows one from the Church of England last month over its role in the practice.
FDA Staffers Oppose Proposed Clearance of Peptides
The amino acids are popular among some fitness influencers.
WHO Declares Cruise Ship-Linked Hantavirus Outbreak Over
First detected in April among passengers on the vessel after it left an Argentinian port, the outbreak resulted in 13 confirmed cases including 3 deaths.
The Constitution on Today’s Hottest Debates: From Campus Free Speech to Homeless Encampments
What does the Constitution actually say about the issues dominating today’s headlines?
‘Flag Day’: How Small-Town America Shows Big Love for This Country
One indie film flies the red, white, and blue in a show of great patriotism.
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins for Healthy Snacking
Grated zucchini and pureed blueberries disappear into a soft, kid-approved muffin packed with fiber and protein.
A 10-minute Eye Exercise for Better Eye Function
While keeping our eyes from screens is an increasingly growing challenge, there is relief for dry, tired eyes.
July Sizzlers: Something for Everyone on Screens Both Big and Small
The final, unofficial last of Hollywood’s summer months promises some big hits and likely a few misses.
UK Sets Sights on New EU Summit With Closer Ties to Europe ‘Crucial’
Andy Burnham, who is expected to succeed Keir Starmer as the British prime minister, has previously said he would like to see the country re-join the bloc.
Newsom Partners with Anthropic to Allow California Government Use of Claude at Half Price
Newsom’s office said Claude will be used to help state workers draft and summarize documents as well as analyze information.
Clippers Trade Kawhi Leonard to Toronto, where he Won Championship in 2019
Leonard returns to the Toronto Raptors in a blockbuster trade, where he gets paired with two-time all star Scottie Barnes.
Victor Willis, Co-Founder and Lead Voice of the Village People, Dies at 74 Following ‘Aggressive’ Illness
Willis was the voice was behind some of disco’s most popular hits such as ‘Y.M.C.A.’ and ‘Macho Man.’
Uganda Detects Severe Disease Amid Ebola Outbreak: WHO
Marburg disease is similar to Ebola.
Why Bone and Muscle Loss Is More Than Just Aging
While osteoporosis and sarcopenia are among the most consequential aspects of aging, they are also the most preventable and reversible.
Healthy Fourth of July Recipes Bursting With Natural Red, White, and Blue
A sparkling spritz, refreshing salad, and make-ahead dessert prove you don’t need artificial ingredients to create a festive Fourth of July spread.
New Drug Offers Potential Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B
Bepirovirsen may eliminate the need for lifelong treatment.
Add a Second Doorbell Chime
When you go to purchase a new door chime, choose one that is a standard two-tone model.
Boredom and Cold Beauty: Why This Veteran Italian Designer Says Global Fashion Has Lost Its ‘Soul’
‘When a brand stops searching for its ’soul’ ... it slowly loses the heart that made it alive,' says the former designer for Prada and Benetton.
Extreme Weather, Global Instability, and Safety Increasingly Influencing Summer Vacations
Just 19 percent of Americans plan to travel abroad this summer, significantly lower than the global average of 36 percent.
