Trump Says US Will Hit Iran’s Power Plants, Bridges If Tehran Attacks Ships
The targets could include sites near Iran’s capital, Tehran, the president said.
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.
Rubio Tells ASEAN Partners US Willing to Negotiate With an Iran That Keeps Commitments
He warned against allowing Iran to set a ‘dangerous precedent’ by taking control of an international waterway, which would be repeated in other regions.
Authors Who Dismissed COVID-19 Lab-Leak Theory in Paper Privately Said They Weren’t Sure
‘Our paper was pretty strong in saying “there’s no way,” but I have less confidence in that statement at this stage,’ one wrote.
Groups Sue for Communication Records Linked to Somali Daycare Fraud Claims
Nick Shirley’s viral daycare fraud videos triggered a funding freeze on five blue states, but now, activists want to know who in HHS was talking to him.
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.

Rediscovering the Pre-Raphaelite Artist Marie Spartali Stillman
Spartali Stillman pushed the boundaries of watercolor, making her pictures rival the effects of oil paint.
‘The Dink’: Hollywood Finally Recognizes America’s Newest Pastime
Jake Johnson leads a talented ensemble cast through a mostly by-the-numbers story.

Scientists Find a New Way Coffee Affects Your Brain–It Starts in Your Gut
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.
Carney Says Counter-Measures a Response to US Violation of CUSMA as Trump Imposes New Tariffs
Ottawa says it’s ready to work with Washington on the North American free-trade agreement.

Premier Smith Likens Alberta’s Independence Referendum to ‘Couples Counselling’ Instead of ‘Divorce’
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.

Rep. Greg Stanton Defeats Democratic Socialist Challenger in Arizona
Kai Newkirk centered his campaign on Stanton’s vote against cutting off U.S. aid to Israel. Unofficial results show Stanton with about two-thirds of the vote.

Ukraine Recaptured 280 Square Miles of Territory So Far This Year, Says Outgoing Top General
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on July 21 announced he was replacing Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi.

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.

Cruise Ship Reports 3rd Gastrointestinal Outbreak in 2 Months, CDC Says
Nearly 20 passengers on the Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic Sea Bird reported being sick, the agency 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.

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.

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.



















































































































