What to Watch for in the Spain Versus Argentina World Cup Final
The most-watched match of the biggest sporting event on the globe kicks off at 3 p.m. at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Brain Fog: When Your Brain Feels Sluggish and Slow–Here Are the Causes
More than 1 in 4 people experience it, yet its often reversible.
US Says Hong Kong Won’t Regain Special Status After Emergency Expires
‘Hong Kong is no longer sufficiently autonomous to justify differential treatment,’ State Department stated.
Women Are Turning to Mahjong in Droves. Here’s Why.
The Chinese tile-based game has surged across America in recent years, especially among women.
Beijing May Be Creating a New Bubble and Potentially a New Crisis
Directing China’s banks to follow political instead of commercial criteria invites a rerun of the property crisis, just in a different sector.
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2 US Troops Killed, Another Missing in Iranian Strikes on Jordan
Sixteen U.S. troops have been killed since the start of the conflict with Iran on Feb. 28.
Trump’s CCP Election Interference Claims May Signal Shift in China Policy: Analysts
Analysts say Trump’s speech reflects renewed focus on strategic competition with Beijing and could affect Xi Jinping’s standing at home.
Lebanese President Heads to Washington to Advance Peace Framework With Israel
The peace deal calls for Israeli forces to gradually return control of southern Lebanon to the Lebanese government, in exchange for Hezbollah’s disarmament.
Taco Bell, Producer Taylor Farms, and Distributor Sysco Remove Cyclosporiasis-Linked Lettuce
Federal officials announced that iceberg lettuce supplied by a vendor to Taco Bell restaurants was identified as a likely source of the outbreak.
England Beats France 6–4 in Wide Open Match for Third Place
Kylian Mbappe’s ninth and 10th scores of the tournament put him the Golden Boot race and sets the all-time World Cup scoring record with 21 goals.
The Forgotten US Territory Where Chinese Birth Tourism Thrives | Cleo Paskal
These area has become a major security loophole for Beijing’s influence operations.
Over 60 Years of Bringing Readers Closer to the Ancient Greek Tragedians
In this installment of ‘The Reissue,’ a look at the University of Chicago Press’ labor of love for the works of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides.
‘Cancel Me If You Can’: Dave Portnoy Goes Introspective
The bombastic Barstool Sports mogul offers a jolly autobiographical tour through his life as a media mogul.
The Healing Power of Sound and Music
An idea once dismissed as new-age relaxation is now being used to treat a variety of conditions–from anxiety to chronic pain.
Healthy Nut Butter & Chocolate Cups
Homemade chocolate cups are an easy freezer dessert ideal for busy families and chocolate lovers alike.
Buyers Trading in Vehicles With Negative Equity Face Record Monthly Payments: Edmunds
Nearly 30 percent of U.S. auto trade-ins had negative equity in the second quarter.
Former California Rep. Katie Porter ‘Done for Now’ With Politics After Failed Gubernatorial Campaign
Judge Dismisses DOJ’s New Mexico Voter Data Request
The court found the DOJ’s demand letter held no legal basis.
Week in Photos: Forest Fires, Trump Address, and Tour de France
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
The US–China AI War: China’s Opportunistic Export Controls
Beijing only wants scientific freedom when it doesn’t have the science.
‘My Left Foot’ Oscar-Winning Actress Brenda Fricker Dies at Age 81
Fricker died on July 16 in Dublin following a period of ill health, her agent announced.
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.
11 Strength-Building Stretches That Improve Flexibility, Mobility, and Muscle Power
With the right approach, you don’t have to choose between strength and flexibility–you can train both simultaneously.
Why Some People Feel Better Without Gluten
Many people improve after cutting gluten—but wheat, gut health, and other factors may be the real story.
Just 4 Minutes of Daily Exercise Improved Function in Older Adults
Most guidelines call for 150 minutes of exercise per week, however, significant strides in physical health could be only four minutes away.
Myanmar Bets on Ancient Temples, Buddhist Pilgrimage Sites to Boost Tourism
The tourism push is an early test of whether Myanmar can persuade visitors and investors that parts of the country are once again open for business.
