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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US Signs Nuclear Cooperation Deal With Saudi Arabia
The agreement is expected to benefit U.S. companies and reduce Russian and Chinese influence in Saudi Arabia’s civilian nuclear sector.
124 Swiss Lawmakers Condemn Beijing’s Transnational Repression of Falun Gong
The declaration calls on Swiss authorities to protect practitioners and press the Chinese regime to end its 27-year persecution campaign.
The New Cholesterol Pill Isn’t for Everyone. Here’s How to Tell.
Lipfendra cuts LDL as sharply as the injections it replaces. Whether it prevents a single heart attack is a question no one can answer until 2029.
France Recorded 5,000 Excess Deaths During Heat Wave: Officials
The excess deaths happened as temperatures broke records in the country.
US, Ukraine Sign Agreement for Drone Testing
Ukraine and Russian leaders also start discussing plans to restart peace agreements.
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.
Oscar Wilde’s ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ Delights in Chicagoland
A sharp-witted production in the lush Austin Gardens proves that Wilde’s classic skewering of Victorian hypocrisy remains as deliciously entertaining as ever.
‘The Dink’: Hollywood Finally Recognizes America’s Newest Pastime
Jake Johnson leads a talented ensemble cast through a mostly by-the-numbers story.
Coffee Changes Your Gut Microbiome; Decaf Has a Similar Effect
A recent study suggests coffee reshapes the gut microbiome in ways that influence mood, cognition, and inflammation.
7 Wonders of the Ancient World: Lighthouse of Alexandria
This ancient lighthouse issued light into dark seas for 35 miles, guarded thousands of scrolls, and emphasized Hellenistic dominance.
Lawmakers Propose $28 Billion Investment to Combat Fraud
Sponsors of the legislation anticipate a 7-to-1 return through recouping and halting fraudulent payments.
Sens. Scott, Blackburn Introduce Bill for Memorial to Victims of Communist China’s Tyranny
The memorial beside the Chinese Embassy would document mass killing, genocide, religious persecution, political imprisonment, and other abuses under the CCP.
Reform UK’s Ann Widdecombe Was Hit on Head 21 Times With Hammer, Prosecutors Say
Joshua Kelly, 28, is charged with bludgeoning the former Conservative minister to death at her home, as counter-terrorism police investigate the motive.
Boston Red Sox Make Franchise History With 15th Straight Win
The victory ties a record first set by the team in 1946.
Miss Universe Tegucigalpa Runner-Up, Wualys Fuentes Aquino, Found Dead at Age 23
The second-place getter was found unresponsive at her Honduras apartment on July 20.
FDA Bans Orange B, Floats Banning Another Additive
‘The Trump Administration is taking decisive action to strengthen the safety of America’s food supply,’ the health secretary said.
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.
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.
Speaking Other Languages Linked to Having a Brain 13 Years Younger
The secret to a younger brain might be a second—or third, or fourth—language.
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.
