Are stablecoins money? — Policymakers’ job is to make them safe as well as useful
New eye scan detects diseases years before symptoms appear — A Qatar-based professor has pioneered a non-invasive eye scan to detect neurodegenerative diseases in minutes.
Sudanese army captures key town near Ethiopian border from RSF — Sudan’s army says it retook a vital town in southeastern Blue Nile state and inflicted heavy losses on the RSF.
Singapore bans UK band Massive Attack over Palestinian flag — Singapore barred two members of British band Massive Attack from re-entering the country.
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The Pulse: Cloudflare’s latest outage proves dangers of global configuration changes (again) — Deja vu: a large Cloudflare outage caused by an instantly rolled-out global config change – two weeks after a similar problem
Daily Cartoon: Wednesday, August 12th — A drawing that riffs on the latest news and happenings.
The Painful Truth of Exactly How ICE’s New Shock Gloves Work — ICE is spending millions on shock gloves designed to overpower subjects through intense, localized pain.
Supreme Court financial disclosures reveal how their books add to their income — The Supreme Court annual financial reports shed light on the justices' gifts, travel and personal lives.
Guterres tours Syria’s notorious ‘Assad Prison’ in Sednaya — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres toured the notorious former ‘Assad prison’ in Sednaya.
Inside a secretive Ukrainian team launching deep drone strikes at Russia — Ukraine's long-range drones are striking deep inside Russia, up to 1,200 miles away, hitting oil refineries and depots. NPR recently spent time with one of the Ukrainian strike teams launching drones at…
For one Yemeni, World Cup serves as a marker of war and peace — Since 1982, a Yemeni fan's commitment to the World Cup has endured war, economic turmoil, and personal sacrifices.
Iran war day 96: US, Iran trade new strikes across the Gulf — Rubio says the US will lift sanctions on Iran only if it gives up enriched uranium, rejecting a Hormuz-linked deal.
Israeli settlers burn vehicles, install caravans in occupied West Bank — Palestinian residents say Israeli settlers burned vehicles, sprayed racist graffiti, and installed new outposts.
A 'heat dome' is driving dangerous heat across the U.S. into the July 4 weekend — Dangerous heat is expected across large swaths of the U.S. this week, according to the National Weather Service.
A new proposal for organ donation sparks concern — Should patients who choose euthanasia be able to die by having their vital organs removed for donation? The ethical concerns are substantial.
Rebecca Miller on Finding the ‘Perfect Protagonist’ in Martin Scorsese, and the ‘Weird Magic’ That Emerged from Five Years of Conversations with Him — IndieWire Honors: Magnify Award recipient Rebecca Miller talks her Apple TV docuseries 'Mr. Scorsese' and relating to his life an
Mexico to host Iran team during 2026 FIFA World Cup amid US tensions — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says United States did not want to host Iranian football team during tournament.
Stop ‘Greater Israel’ to make peace — Expansionist Israel will not stop dragging the US to war in the Middle East.
Maddy Cusack kept mental health secret over fears of stigma, inquest hears — The former Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears.
India's Gen Z 'Cockroach People's Party' started as satire but is serious about change — They call themselves the "cockroaches" and they're on the march — demanding action against corruption, amid a shortage of opportunities for young people in India.
Best earbuds deal: Save $30 on Baseus Inspire XC1 — Open ear technology lets you stay aware while listening to music.
Opposition MP hurls eggs at Kosovo Prime Minister — An opposition lawmaker threw eggs at acting Prime Minster Albin Kurti during a parliamentary session.
Ebola patients recover in DRC amid claims of outbreak hoax — Seven patients have left an Ebola treatment centre in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, having recovered.
Two teen gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque in suspected hate crime — Two teen gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque in suspected hate crime.
Officers told not to pursue car on wrong side of motorway, says Ireland's police body — The Garda Representative Association said officers were given a command to "disengage" with the car after it took "evasive action".
Atlas Merchant Invests in Edge Focus — Bob Diamond, CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital & Elliott Lorenz, Co-Founder & CEO of Edge Focus discuss the new minority investment. They also discussed the role of private credit in consumer debt. (Source: Bloomberg)
Injured Conor McGregor’s UFC comeback ends in defeat to Max Holloway — Facing Holloway at UFC 329, McGregor seemed to injure his right knee in the first round when jumping in with a kick.
FIFA World Cup: Which semifinalist has best chance to win the trophy? — Form guide on the final four teams as they battle it out for the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy in the United States.
Horizons Middle East & Africa 8/5/2026 — Horizons Middle East & Africa is your daily spotlight on one of the world's fastest-growing regions. Live from Dubai, we bring you the latest global markets and analysis, plus news-making interviews, with a special focus on MEA. All that…
At the World Cup, the media has set up a moral checkpoint — While US and European players just get to play football, Global South footballers are questioned about politics.
Apple @ Work: Understanding Apple Business Manager roles and permissions - 9to5Mac — A new MacAdmins community built web tool makes it incredibly easy to understand and configure the correct roles and permissions for Apple Business Manager.
Bangladesh beat Pakistan to complete historic Test series win at home — Taijul Islam's six-for helps Bangladesh bowl out the visitors for 328 in their first home series win against Pakistan.
Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US — The election is held after months of public recrimination between current left-wing President Gustavo Petro and his US counterpart Donald Trump.
Lacey Turner confirmed as first Strictly contestant — The actress is best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders, the BBC One soap she joined in 2004.
Warsh Presser ‘A Little Bit Rocky,’ Says James Bullard — Former St. Louis Fed President James Bullard calls the reaction in the 30-Year US Treasury to Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s press conference on Wednesday “nerve wracking” for a central banker. Bullard says Warsh…
Venezuela Oil: Batistas’ Fluxus Clinches Stake in PDVSA Joint Venture — Brazil’s billionaire Batista brothers have acquired a stake in an oil production project in Venezuela, the latest deal to emerge in a country that the Trump administration is vowing to reinvigorate after…
'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation — Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development.
Modi avoids Norway media: How that led to storm over India’s press freedom — India is currently ranked 157th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index.
Simpson avenges only loss in Williamson rematch — Callum Simpson reclaims the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles as he earns a unanimous decision in his rematch with Troy Williamson.
US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel — Trump gov't plans to make about 20 tonnes of plutonium from dismantled nuclear warheads available to US power firms.
Situational Awareness Losses Raise AI Fears — Assets at Leopold Aschenbrenner’s hedge fund Situational Awareness have slumped to about $10 billion after Ken Griffin’s Citadel stepped in to buy the bulk of its public stock bets. Hema Parmar has more on "Bloomberg Open Interest."…
Overplaying Strait of Hormuz card will turn Iran into a pariah state — Overplaying Strait of Hormuz card will turn Iran into a pariah state.
Rybakina survives last-16 scare, will play Osaka next at Canadian Open — World No. 2 Elena Rybakina rallies to beat unseeded Liudmila Samsonova while stars Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff progress.
Reports of US sailors in Middle East trying to jump ship spark outcry — US senators call for inquiry as USS Lincoln has record-long period without port stop amid war on Iran.
A Symphony of Imperfection | Xi Chen | TEDxShenzhen Senior HS — Traits we regard as flaws—such as overthinking and anxiety—are not mere "noise" to be eliminated. They may also grant us empathy and perception. To live in harmony is not about becoming a perfectly harmonious…
Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque in the occupied West Bank — Israeli settlers have vandalised and burned a mosque in the occupied West Bank village of Jaljulia, north of Ramallah.
Defiant Hodgkinson says home European title would mean as much as Olympic gold — Keely Hodgkinson will seek to prove she is still number one following a "tricky" outdoor season when she faces world-class rivals for European 800m gold in Birmingham.
Oil price dives as US and Iran pause attacks — The US says attacks on Iran have been halted to give "talks some space", raising hopes of a resolution to the conflict.
Real Madrid contract talks and Arsenal interest - what is Vinicius Jr's future? — With Real Madrid renewing contract talks and Arsenal showing interest, there may be no more intriguing transfer situation right now than Vinicius Jr's future.
‘We have nothing to cool off with’: French heatwave exposes inequalities — As people living in low-income areas are unable to escape the heat, analysts decry the government's response.
Texts reveal 14-year-old allegedly murdered by singer D4vd had pregnancy and abortion — Prosecutors allege D4vd started abusing the girl when she was 13 and she had threatened to expose him.
Netanyahu vows to go to New York City despite ICC arrest warrant, Mamdani — Israeli prime minister slams New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of 'fomenting hate' with criticism of Israel.
Tiered skyscraper by SOM tops out on Chicago lakefront — <p>A series of cascading terraces outline the North Tower skyscraper by architecture studio SOM, which has topped out on a waterfront site in Chicago. Rising 261 metres at the confluence of Lake Michigan and the Chicago…
Teenage boy dies after stabbing in Luton as police launch murder investigation — The 17-year-old was taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds but was pronounced dead shortly after, Bedfordshire Police says.
Four people die after busiest day for small-boat crossings this year — Two deadly incidents occurred as 752 people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday, new figures show.
Jacques Greene Announces New Album 'jg': Hear "Presence" — Last year, Jacques Greene teamed up with Nosaj Thing to release an album as Verses GT. Now, the Canadian electronic musician is back to announce his new LP jg, which features crushed, CFCF, Jonah Yano, SEES00000, and…
Happenings: Watch Week Aspen Returns For Its Third Year — Everything to expect at this year's Watch Week Aspen, including its inaugural 3K run.
Latest Oil Market News and Analysis for Aug. 3 — Oil fell after US President Donald Trump said new talks with Iran would begin on Monday after he called off a planned attack on the Islamic Republic.
Lydia Hansen Introduces Hikers to Native Midwest Mushrooms on Crocheted 'Fungi Hunts' — An ongoing series of seasonal scavenger hunts organized by Lydia Hansen in Minnesota woodlands invite inquiry.