Iran War Cost Estimated at $37.5 Billion So Far: Hegseth
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth offered the cost estimate while testifying in favor of a supplemental funding package for the U.S. military.
AI Insiders Warn of Hyperscaling Risks
‘AI’s utility is being fluffed up to justify its progression,’ a policy and safety expert said.
US Pledges to Push Back Against Chinese Transnational Repression, Protect Falun Gong
The United States will defend communities against coercion and intimidation from foreign governments, the State Department told The Epoch Times.
29 Million Under Tornado Watch as Severe Thunderstorms Hit Northeast
Multiple rounds of powerful storms strike along the I-95 corridor as forecasters warn of gusts of more than 60 mph.
Thousands of Noncitizens Registered to Vote in New Jersey, Governor Says
A software error resulted in roughly 6,600 people who indicated they were not U.S. citizens being registered to vote in New Jersey.
Bessent Says US Could Sanction Chinese AI Developers Over Alleged Model Theft
The Treasury secretary said officials had found U.S. model ‘watermarks’ in Chinese systems and would examine the issue within days or weeks.
State Department Says China Runs 3 Intelligence Sites in Cuba
Chinese and Russian intelligence personnel have tripled on the island as Havana funnels information gathered in the United States to Beijing.
US Issues Worldwide Travel Warning: Here’s What to Know
The State Department earlier updated the Do Not Travel list to 23 countries due to recent fighting in the Middle East.
Zelenskyy Replaces Ukraine Army Chief
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
House Advances Defense Spending Bill
The House procedural vote comes a week after Senate Democrats blocked a procedural vote to advance the NDAA in the upper congressional chamber.
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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.
What to Know About the Stop Insider Trading Act
If the bill to end congressional stock trading passes the House, it would likely have an uphill climb in the Senate, where 60 votes are needed.
Low Vitamin C Linked to Reduced Brain Volume, Study Finds
While vitamin C is best known for immune support and antioxidant defense, it plays several underappreciated roles in the brain.
Trump Says US Will ‘Take Care of Business’ If Houthis Impose Blockade
The Iran-backed terrorist group announced a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia on July 20, threatening access to a key waterway in the Red Sea.
‘The Dink’: Hollywood Finally Recognizes America’s Newest Pastime
Jake Johnson leads a talented ensemble cast through a mostly by-the-numbers story.
The Remarkable Friendship Between C.S. Lewis and This Italian Saint
An Oxford academic, an Italian priest, and the brilliant Latin letters that united them.
State Department Issues Worldwide Travel Alert for Americans as War With Iran Heightens
U.S. diplomatic facilities inside and outside the Middle East have been targeted, the department warned.
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.
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.
Judge Approves $1.5 Billion Settlement in Anthropic Copyright Case
If the case had gone to trial, the company could have been liable for tens of billions in damages.
Senate Won’t Take Up House Budget Resolution Until Government Funding Passes: Thune
The budget resolution would unlock the process on a $95 billion reconciliation bill that can bypass the Senate filibuster.
Trump Has First Phone Call With UK’s New Prime Minister
The US President said that NATO, Iran, and North Sea oil were among the topics discussed, with the prime minister offering to show Trump around Manchester.
One Big Beautiful Bill Act Saved Millions of US Manufacturing Jobs: NAM
Manufacturing sectors in California and Texas were the biggest beneficiaries of President Donald Trump’s landmark bill.
Summer ‘Drama Kings’ Hold Sports World Hostage by Changing Teams
LeBron, Donald, and Giannis are among the top athletes drawing attention with critical decisions.
‘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.
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.
80-Year-Old TCM Practitioner Shares Daily Routine for Healthy Eyes
TCM expert Hu Naiwen can still read small print without reading glasses by adhering to a unique set of eye-care practices.
Rest Is Not a Reward You Need to Earn
Productivity has become a badge of success—but at what cost?
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.
Build a Board and Batten Fence
Surrounding a home, this type of fence also creates privacy from neighbors along a property line or as a patio barrier in close quarters.
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.
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.
