Iran Struck Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz, US Official Says
A U.S. official said Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched a drone at a vessel operating in the waterway.
Death Toll Rises to 188 After Powerful Twin Earthquakes Hit Venezuela
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake followed shortly after a 7.2-magnitude temblor, collapsing buildings in the capital.
Why Beijing Is Dropping Its ‘Get Rich’ Propaganda
As China’s economy sinks, Xi is selling nationalism in place of prosperity and is staking his rule on grabbing Taiwan, analysts say.
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Supreme Court Issues Major Rulings on Weedkiller, Guns, Immigration: Key Takeaways
The Supreme Court is expected to release even more consequential rulings next week.
US Snubs APEC Meeting in Macau in Protest of China’s Visa Restrictions
The State Department said the government has repeatedly asked Beijing to lift the ‘arbitrary and targeted visa requirements.’
Congo Imposes Restrictions on Travel Abroad After Ebola Case Detected in France
France is not implementing any restrictions.
US Provides Experimental Ebola Drug for Trial in Congo
The experimental antibody targets the Ebola virus strain behind the outbreak in central Africa.
JPMorgan Narrows CEO Succession Field With New Co-president Appointments
Doug Petno and Troy Rohrbaugh were elevated as CEO Jamie Dimon’s eventual departure draws closer.
The CCP Wants to Subjugate Taiwan—She’s Standing in the Way | Exclusive Interview With Hsiao Bi-Khim
‘We will not let Communist Party of China define who we are,’ says the vice president of Taiwan. She has been sanctioned by Beijing and labeled a ‘separatist.’
The ‘Sister’ of Famous Scottish Highland Stag at Sotheby’s
The little-known highland stag from Queen Victoria’s favorite artist hits the art market.
The Ancient Roots of Wind Chimes and Their Spiritual Meaning
The popular outdoor decoration has a sacred past.
‘Toy Story 5’: Best of the Bunch With the Most Important Message
The nutshell premise concerns our No. 1 societal and cultural malaise—tech is usurping children’s imaginations. “Toy Story 5” addresses this problem winningly.
Senior Senator Breaks With Schumer, Endorses Progressive El-Sayed in Michigan Primary
Maryland’s Van Hollen, a former chair of the Senate Democratic campaign arm, becomes the second senator to back El-Sayed.
We Want to Strengthen Our European Pillar in NATO, German Chancellor Says
Trump also reiterated concerns about NATO members meeting their military spending obligations.
SpaceX Signs $6.3 Billion Compute Deal With Startup Reflection AI
Musk’s SpaceX signed a compute deal with startup Reflection AI amid a 16 percent decline in SpaceX stock on June 22.
Mac Jones Not Looking to Leave 49Ers: ‘My Feet Are in San Francisco’
Jones went 5-3 in relief of starter Brock Purdy, which earned him buzz as a potential trade piece for a QB-needy team.
Lionel Richie, 77, Ends Minnesota Concert Early Following Health Scare on Stage
The Grammy-award winning musician was performing the first leg of his joint tour with Earth, Wind & Fire, when he experienced dizziness on stage.
COVID-19 Vaccine Study, Blocked From CDC Journal, Now Published
The paper estimated that COVID-19 vaccination was 55 percent effective against hospitalization.
The Everyday Habits That May Help Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
High blood pressure is more than a reading on a monitor.
The Secret to Getting More Antioxidants in Every Meal
Persian-style stew turns herbs from garnish into a nutrient-rich foundation.
Your Mental Health May Be Paying the Price of Working From Home
A new study found remote workers experienced greater psychological distress and social isolation than in-person workers.
Meet the 3-Ingredient ‘Whipped Lemonade’ I’ll Be Making All Summer
Last summer, I practically survived on frozen lemonade. It’s a slushy sipper that’s part lemonade and part milkshake.
Hang Wallpaper Like a Pro
There are many steps to hanging wallpaper and if they are not followed exactly, there often are problems.
The Little-Known Chapter in Alexander Hamilton’s Life
Despite their bitter parting, Hamilton and George Washington reconciled and became close allies, renewing one of the greatest alliances in American history.
Rolling on the Rhone: A New Riverboat in France Cruises Through History, Wine Country
Not far from where van Gogh set up his easel in the late 1800s, the new Lumiere riverboat docked during its recent maiden voyage to Arles, France.
