NPR and PBS Face Federal Funding Cuts: What to Know
A proposal before the Senate to strip funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting could be catastrophic for local stations, particularly those in rural areas.
Strategy acquires 4,225 BTC, pushes Bitcoin treasury toward $73B in recent buying spree
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) said it purchased 4,225 Bitcoin for approximately $472.5 million between July 7 and 13, according to a July 14 statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The acquisition, made at an average price of $111,827 per Bitcoin, brings the company’s total holdings to 601,550 BTC. These assets were acquired for…
AI Overviews Cite AI-Generated Content More Than Human Writing
AI Overviews are AI-generated content, which means they can contain hallucinations. Google uses “grounding” to improve their accuracy, but according to our research, AI Overviews are more likely to cite AI-generated content than human-written content. Here’s what we found: We took one million SERPs showing AI Overviews from Ahrefs Keywords Explorer and extracted the top three…
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Govt canteens to display health warnings for samosas, jalebis – Firstpost
Top health institutions like AIIMS Nagpur have been directed to display eye-catching “oil and sugar boards” in cafeterias and public areas read more To tackle the growing obesity problem, India’s health ministry has mandated health warning labels for deep-fried snacks like samosas and jalebis, similar to those found on cigarette packs. According to a Times…
The Economy Has Been Resilient. The New Round of Tariffs May Hit Harder.
The economy’s resilience so far to President Trump’s global trade war risks emboldening him and unleashing the sort of economic devastation that economists have long feared.
Ravens teammates, mother keeping Jacoby Jones’ memory alive
Katherine TerrellJul 14, 2025, 06:00 AM ET Close Katherine Terrell came back to ESPN to cover the New Orleans Saints in the summer of 2022. She left the company in 2019 after joining in 2016 to cover the Cincinnati Bengals. Katherine is a graduate of LSU and a Baton Rouge, Louisiana, native, and she has…
The megabill’s Medicaid cuts shocked hospitals, but they may never happen
The most painful health care provisions in the new Republican law don’t take effect for years, giving lobbyists plenty of time to undo them.
How to make a huge life change when everything feels too daunting
In 2012, Cassidy Krug competed in her first and last Olympics. Raised by two diving coaches, Krug was in diapers when she started dreaming of competing. At 27 years old, she had a shot at the Olympic bronze medal but landed in seventh place instead. Krug decided to retire, something she’d already been considering for…
Imperial study reveals DNA structure that could reverse ovarian cancer resistance
Researchers at Imperial College London have discovered that an unusual DNA structure could be key to reversing chemotherapy resistance in ovarian cancer, one of the deadliest cancers affecting women worldwide. The study, published in Genome Biology, highlights the role of four-stranded DNA formations known as G-quadruplexes in helping cancer cells evade treatment. These structures were…
We Love Govee’s Dynamic Lighting Options. Right Now, You Get Up to 46% Off Select Lights
Govee lights are on our best smart lights for 2025 list, not once but twice. If you’ve been looking to up your mood lighting game for movies or social events, now’s a great time to upgrade your lighting set up. Several Govee products are on sale now for Prime Day, and you could save up…
Meta acquires voice startup Play AI
Meta has acquired Play AI, a startup that uses AI to generate human-sounding voices. A Meta spokesperson has confirmed the acquisition, according to Bloomberg, which also reports that an internal memo stated that the “entire PlayAI team” will be joining the company next week. (TechCrunch has also reached out to Meta for confirmation.) Meta’s memo…
Barack i Michelle Obama snimaju komediju. Režirat će je Larry David
U ZAPLETU dostojnom vrhunskih televizijskih serija, Larry David, Barack Obama i Michelle Obama udružuju snage u skeč-komediji koja već plijeni pozornost publike – a još nema ni naslov. HBO je 10. srpnja objavio da će ovaj legendarni trojac surađivati na ograničenoj polusatnoj humorističnoj seriji o američkoj povijesti, naravno, uz klasični zaokret Larryja Davida. Sve je…
China Is Buying Appliances and iPhones. What Happens When the Subsidies Stop?
Shoppers are taking advantage of a $42 billion government trade-in program aimed at boosting spending. But in recent weeks, some cities have started to cut back on the subsidies.
Why verifiable randomness is crucial for AI, crypto, & decentralized technology
The following is a guest post and opinion from Felix Xu, Founder of ARPA Network. Walk into any of Cloudflare’s global offices and you’ll find some unusual decor. In San Francisco, it’s floor-to-ceiling lava lamps, known as “the wall of entropy.” In London, it’s the “unpredictable pendulums.” These aren’t just pretty backdrops—they are grist for the…
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Is your bed making you sick without you knowing it? – Firstpost
You might think your bed is clean, but every night it fills with sweat, dead skin, bacteria, and allergens. From dust mites to fungi, your bedding becomes a hotspot for microbes if not washed regularly. Experts say sheets should be washed weekly, but many don’t. So, how often should you really launder everything for a…
Chelsea’s Cole Palmer happy to silence critics after CWC win
Jul 13, 2025, 06:57 PM ET Cole Palmer spoke of taking satisfaction at proving doubters wrong after Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final on Aunday. Temperatures soared above 85 degrees Fahrenheit (29.4°C) in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but the Chelsea talisman had ice in his veins as he bagged…
It’s Your Last Chance to Get This Top-Rated Robot Vacuum and Mop for a Record Low Price During Amazon Prime Day
Amazon’s Prime Day deals are ending soon, but there are still big savings available that you can take advantage of. While some of the items on sale are fun, others are downright useful. But there’s a third category of products on sale this Prime Day, items that are both fun and useful. And I think…
Study warns of ‘significant risks’ in using AI therapy chatbots
Therapy chatbots powered by large language models may stigmatize users with mental health conditions and otherwise respond inappropriately or even dangerously, according to researchers at Stanford University. While recent coverage in The New York Times and elsewhere has highlighted the role that ChatGPT may play in reinforcing delusional or conspiratorial thinking, a new paper titled…
Novi Superman (u kojem govore hrvatski) uprihodio 217 milijuna dolara prvog vikenda
NOVI film Superman Warner Brosa uprihodio je 122 milijuna dolara na kino blagajnama u SAD-u i Kanadi tijekom vikenda, u najavi nove ere DC-jevih stripovskih junaka na filmskom platnu. Film u kojem David Corenswet utjelovljuje muškarca od čelika dodatno je zaradio 95 milijuna eura na međunarodnim tržištima te ukupna globalna zarada iznosi 217 milijuna dolara,…
Rare Pokémon Cards Worth More Than $100,000 Stolen From Shop
A burglar used a hammer to smash open the door of a Massachusetts shop and stole rare Pokémon cards and vintage box sets, a store owner said.
Glass ceiling cracks as women rise in Web3
Welcome to Slate Sundays, CryptoSlate’s new weekly feature showcasing in-depth interviews, expert analysis, and thought-provoking op-eds that go beyond the headlines to explore the ideas and voices shaping the future of crypto. I recently interviewed Gracy Chen, the first female CEO of Bitget and the only female CEO out of the top 10 centralized exchanges. I…
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Do women pee more often than men? No, it’s not about small bladders – Firstpost
The toilet habits of women and men depend on, among other things, anatomy and hormones. While many say women use the loo more often due to ‘small bladders’, science says that is not actually the case. Let’s take a closer look read more “Are we stopping again already?” It’s a familiar complaint on family road…
To Sidestep Trump Tariffs, Asian Nations Seek New Trade Partners
Most nations are still negotiating in hopes of avoiding punitive import taxes. At the same time, they’re looking for trading partners as a way around the United States.
My Tested Smart Home Checklist for Everyone Heading Out on Vacation
Getting ready for a vacation can be a fun and busy time — which makes it easy to forget that, much like your houseplants, your smart devices may need a little care before you go. That’s good news, because when they’re properly set up they’ll help take care of your home when you’re away and…
A United Nations research institute created an AI refugee avatar
A research institute connected to the United Nations has created two AI-powered avatars designed to teach people about refugee issues. 404 Media wrote about an experiment conducted by a class at the United Nations University Center for Policy Research that resulted in the creation of two AI agents or avatars — Amina, a fictional woman…
Posljednji pozdrav Hollywoodu Michaela Douglasa?
NA MEĐUNARODNOM filmskom festivalu u Karlovym Varima, u 80. godini života, Michael Douglas, najavio je svoje povlačenje iz glume. “Imao sam vrlo aktivnu karijeru. Radio sam prilično naporno gotovo 60 godina i nisam želio biti jedan od onih ljudi koji odjednom samo padnu mrtvi na setu”, rekao je i tako okončao dugu karijeru glumca i…
Andrew Kassoy, 55, Dies; Saw Capitalism as a Force for Social Good
He was a founder of B Lab, a nonprofit network whose lofty mission is “transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities and the planet.”
CZ threatens to sue Bloomberg over report linking Binance to Trump-backed USD1 stablecoin
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao or CZ threatened to sue news agency Bloomberg for a second time over its report alleging links between the exchange and the USD1 stablecoin. In an X post on Friday, CZ called the article “another hit piece” that was “sponsored by a competitor,” without explicitly naming the competitor. He dismissed it…
Inside the glowing legacy of Jim Abbott
Jul 11, 2025, 08:30 AM ET JIM ABBOTT IS sitting at his kitchen table, with his old friend Tim Mead. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, they were partners in an extraordinary exercise — and now, for the first time in decades, they are looking at a stack of letters and photographs from that…
Best Anker Prime Day Deals Still Remaining: Save Big on Robot Vacuums, Security Cameras and Power Banks
Amazon’s Prime Day sale has come to an end but there are still some lingering deals available today to help you save on speakers, robot vacuums and other Anker tech if you missed the main event. Anker, one of our favorite makers of accessories and audio gear, is still offering some deep discounts across its…
Oregon Students Sue To Remove Trans Athletes From Girls Sports
Three Oregon high schoolers have filed a federal lawsuit demanding that transgender athletes be banned from competing in future girls’ sports events and have their past records scrubbed, arguing that trans girls have “unfair and discriminatory” physiological advantages over cisgender girls. The lawsuit filed Monday in U.S. District Court in Oregon accuses three school districts…
Marc Andreessen reportedly told group chat that universities will ‘pay the price’ for DEI
Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen sharply criticized universities including Stanford and MIT, along with the National Science Foundation, in a group chat with AI scientists and Trump administration officials, according to screenshots viewed by the Washington Post. According to the Post, Andreessen described MIT and Stanford (which I attended two decades ago) as “mainly political operations…
Iznenađenje za Hrvate u novom Supermanu, zlikovci govore hrvatski
U KINA je došao novi Superman i poprilično oduševio hrvatske gledatelje. Naime, u dobro dijelu filma govori se hrvatski jezik. Glavnog negativca glumi Zlatko Burić, Hrvat koji je proglašen najboljim europskim glumcem. Burić igra Vasila Gharkosa, vođu Boravije koji se udružuje s dobro poznatim zlikovcem Lexom Luthorom da bi napao susjednu državu Jarhanpur. Tu u…
It’s YouTube vs. Netflix as the Streaming Wars Come Down to 2
The two giant video companies have far different strategies, but the same goal: controlling your TV set.
Democrats declare ‘Anti-Crypto Corruption Week’ to counter GOP crypto bills
US Democratic lawmakers, led by House members Maxine Waters and Stephen Lynch, announced on July 11 that next week will be designated “Anti-Crypto Corruption Week.” The initiative aims to unite Democrats in opposing several pro-crypto bills that are currently under consideration in Congress, including the GENIUS Act, the CLARITY Act, and a proposed law aimed…
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Why reels are short but their mental health impact isn’t – Firstpost
In the age of endless scrolling, short-form video content like Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and TikTok has woven itself into the daily routine of millions, especially teenagers and young adults. While these clips may seem harmless entertainment, experts warn that compulsive consumption can lead to what is now increasingly referred to as ‘reels addiction.’ Characterised…
Trump Escalates Tariff Threats, Showing Little Interest in New Trade Deals
The president’s supporters portray him as a top dealmaker. But, at least for now, far more trading partners have gotten stiff tariffs than trade deals.
Alcaraz vs. Sinner rematch: Who will win the Wimbledon title?
Jul 12, 2025, 10:43 AM ET On Sunday, No. 1 Jannik Sinner and No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz will play each other for the Wimbledon title, only a month after the two faced off in an epic battle at the French Open. Editor’s Picks 1 Related Alcaraz won in Paris and is the two-time defending champion…
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Nathan Fillion
Nathan Fillion straddles the line between everyman and hunk — and he’s built a career out of it. He’s a natural in roles that require both charisma and a touch of self-awareness, whether he’s solving crimes, commanding a spaceship or enforcing the law. In Sunday Funday, L.A. people give us a play-by-play of their ideal…
Act Fast: Only Hours Left to Get Up to 65% Off Arlo Security Cameras as Prime Day Comes to an End
One in six U.S adults has been a victim of package theft at least once, according to a CNET survey. That means it’s more essential than ever that you protect yourself and your loved ones with a reliable security setup. However, investing in home security can be expensive. Luckily, Amazon Prime Day savings on Arlo cameras…
F1’s Christian Horner Abruptly Fired By Red Bull After 20 Years
Red Bull abruptly fired longtime team principal Christian Horner on Wednesday, ending a 20-year stint that included eight Formula 1 drivers’ titles and recent turmoil that rocked the team on and off the track. Red Bull did not give a reason for the decision in a statement Wednesday, but thanked Horner for his work and…
Sequoia bets on silence | TechCrunch
There is a time-honored crisis management strategy, wherein one says nothing and waits for the outrage to pass. For Sequoia Capital, the strategy worked pretty well this week. While partner Shaun Maguire initially weathered criticism over an inflammatory social media post, that initial indignation cooled quickly. Now, some seem to think that Maguire’s defiant stance…
Iman napustila Farmu, u areni je izgubila od Rebecce. Ivan komentirao: “Spas”
JUTRO na Farmi prolazi mirno – Doroteja, Darko i Manuela provode sami vrijeme u obiteljskoj kući. Napetost vlada uoči Marinkovog dolaska. “Darko i ja smo hejteri, moramo malo Manuelu izbaciti iz balansa”, otkrila je Doroteja o Manuelinoj nervozi. Dobra atmosfera vlada i u štali – bez stresa. “Draže bi mi bilo da se Rebecca vrati,…
Air India Plane Crash Report Says Fuel to Engines Was Cut Off
A focus on the fuel switches in a preliminary assessment raised questions about the pilots’ actions, but much is still unknown about Flight 171.
Tether to sunset USDT redemptions on 5 ‘legacy’ networks including Bitcoin Cash, Algorand
Tether announced it will discontinue support for its USDT stablecoin on five “legacy” blockchains, including Omni Layer, Bitcoin Cash SLP, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand. According to the July 11 announcement, the move will become effective Sept. 1, ending redemptions and freezing remaining tokens on those networks. The decision comes as part of what the company…
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How a new ‘milestone’ technique could help chemo patients from losing their hair – Firstpost
For many cancer patients, hair loss during chemotherapy is one of the most emotionally difficult parts of treatment. For most patients, maintaining their hair is not just about vanity –it’s about holding on to a part of themselves—their identity, confidence, and a sense of control in the middle of something so uncertain. That’s why scalp…
Trump’s New Trade Threats Set Off Global Scramble to Avoid Tariffs
Many countries thought they were negotiating in good faith. The White House renewed its “reciprocal” tariff plan anyway, giving countries until Aug. 1 to make offers.
Will casual boxing fans ever love Shakur Stevenson?
At 28, on the eve of his biggest fight, the ever-dimpled Shakur Stevenson no longer qualifies as a babyface, by appearance or any other measure. That’s not to say he’s grizzled. But for a guy who’s 23-0 — never seriously challenged, much less hurt — he remains a remarkable source of consternation within the boxing…
focaccia with zucchini and potatoes – smitten kitchen
Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast. Add water and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and use a spoon or dough whisk (I have this one) to bring it together, stirring the mixture a few times to ensure there are no unmixed pockets of flour. Cover the…
Doctors and experts recommend walking 10,000 steps daily
The magic number shows up on smartwatches, fitness apps and office step challenges. For many, hitting 10,000 steps in a day has become a marker of good health — a goal that prompts post-dinner walks, lunchtime laps around the block and a reason to park a little farther away. While the target is widely embraced…
Last-Minute Prime Day Deal: This Clever Lamp Transformed My Living Room, and It’s 39% Off Right Now
Amazon Prime Day deal: It’s the final hours of Amazon’s Prime Day sale, and we spotted this incredible deal on my favorite smart lamp. The Govee Floor Lamp 2 is down to just $100, a 39% discount, saving you $65. The lamp’s RBG LED lights can be configured to let you create any colors or patterns…
Baseball Player Ruffles Unexpected Guest’s Feathers With 1 Wild Run-In
A gull posted in the outfield of a Minor League Baseball game got too close to the action on Tuesday after it was hit by a baseball in center field. In the bottom of the second inning, Corpus Christi Hooks left fielder Luis Baez singled a ground ball off a pitch by Springfield Cardinals lefty…
India’s richest man wants to turn every TV into a PC
Jio Platforms, the digital arm of Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries, has launched a virtual desktop service for set-top box users. This means that India’s richest man, Reliance’s chairman Mukesh Ambani, hopes to turn millions of TVs in the world’s most populous country into PCs. Called JioPC, the service offers a cloud-based PC experience through Jio’s…
Jelena i Rebecca izglasane za duelistice: “Možda sad shvate da ovo nije grupna igra”
NOVO jutro na imanju počelo je tmurno. Narančasta obitelj u kući odlučila je i dalje sabotirati tjedni zadatak, želeći se riješiti Iman, a kišno vrijeme išlo im je u prilog. Duelistica Manja od jutra je u kući listala Praktikum, još jednom dodavši kako ne želi napustiti show. Četvorica novih kandidata u svojoj su kućici razglabali…
Skydance in Early Talks to Acquire Bari Weiss’s Free Press
David Ellison, the founder of Skydance, and Bari Weiss, the co-founder of The Free Press, are attending the annual Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley this week.
Ethereum sets sights on transformative zkEVM integration
Ethereum is advancing its long-term scalability strategy with a substantial technical shift to integrate the zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine (zkEVM) into the layer-1 blockchain. On July 10, Sophia Gold, an Ethereum Foundation developer, stated that the foundation aims to ship the L1 zkEVM within a year, marking a critical evolution in Ethereum’s pursuit of efficient,…
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Why ‘eat less, move more’ mantra might not always work to fight obesity – Firstpost
For years, people living with obesity have been given the same basic advice: eat less, move more. But while this mantra may sound simple, it’s not only ineffective for many, it can be deeply misleading and damaging. Obesity is not just about willpower. It’s a complex, chronic, relapsing condition and affects around 26.5 per cent…
As Trump Sows Tariff Confusion, Rules of Global Commerce Give Way to Chaos
Blunt letters dictating terms posted to social media and changes late in negotiations have left trading partners wondering what President Trump will do next.
USMNT’s Brandon Vázquez tears ACL in blow to World Cup chances
Jul 10, 2025, 12:36 PM ET AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC forward Brandon Vázquez tore his right ACL, an injury that will hamper his chances of making the United States roster for next year’s World Cup. The 26-year-old was hurt during Tuesday night’s U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal against San Jose. Austin said Thursday he will…
I gave him my phone number. Would this guy get in touch with me?
This story begins at MiniBar, as so many of my Hollywood stories do. Well, technically it’s called Lily’s Bar now, but to me it will always be MiniBar — the inconspicuous hole-in-the-wall bar found inside the Best Western — no wait, the Adler a Hollywood Hills Hotel on Franklin Avenue. It’s the kind of place…
Osivax publishes phase 2a results supporting dual flu vaccine approach
OVX836 shown to be safe and effective alongside seasonal Fluarix Tetra Osivax has released phase 2a trial data confirming that its broad-spectrum flu vaccine candidate, OVX836, can be safely co-administered with the seasonal inactivated vaccine Fluarix Tetra. The results, now published in Vaccines, show that the combination was well-tolerated with no serious adverse events, and…
Prime Day Deal: One of Our Favorite Robot Vacuums Is Cheaper Than It’s Ever Been
Amazon Prime Day Deal: One of our all-time favorite robot vacuums is seeing a massive discount during Amazon’s Prime Day sale that you don’t want to miss out on. Normally priced at a hefty $1200, the ECOVACS DEEBOT T30S Combo Robot Vacuum is discounted by a cool 42% off, bringing it down to only $700. Previously,…
Golfer Collapses Twice During Tournament In Shocking Health Scare
Organizers said Charley Hull felt unwell on the fourth tee and later was taken off in a stretcher.
Grok 4 seems to consult Elon Musk to answer controversial questions
During xAI’s launch of Grok 4 on Wednesday night, Elon Musk said — while livestreaming the event on his social media platform, X — that his AI company’s ultimate goal was to develop a “maximally truth-seeking AI.” But where exactly does Grok 4 seek out the truth when trying to answer controversial questions? The newest…
Sanja i Zoran Milanović prisustvovali otvorenju 72. Pulskog filmskog festivala
PREMIJERNIM prikazivanjem komedije Južina redatelja Ante Marina u četvrtak navečer je u pulskoj Areni otvoren 72. Pulski filmski festival, jedna od najstarijih filmskih manifestacija koja svoju dugu tradiciju njeguje pod zvjezdanim nebom antičke Arene. Svečana ceremonija otvaranja 72. Pulskog filmskog festivala, kojoj je nazočio i pokrovitelj, hrvatski predsjednik Zoran Milanović, vodile su pulske glumice Dijana…
How Luggage Maker Eagle Creek Has Survived Trump’s Trade War. So Far.
Eagle Creek’s experience underscores how President Trump’s chaotic approach to tariffs is having a real impact, even before the toughest levies take effect.
Ethena rockets to $290 million in revenue, seeks SEC clarity on USDe
Ethena Labs reached $290.2 million in total protocol revenue on July 9, trailing only Tether, Circle, and Sky among stablecoin issuers. Token Terminal data show that the stablecoin issuer reached $100 million in cumulative revenue 251 days after its launch, making it the second-fastest protocol to cross this threshold. Daily fees averaged $3.1 million during…
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Major cancer drugs could become cheaper as India considers import duty waiver – Firstpost
The documents show that blockbuster cancer drugs like pembrolizumab (brand Keytruda), osimertinib (brand Tagrisso), and trastuzumab deruxtecan (brand Enhertu), used to treat lung and breast cancer, will be fully exempted from customs duty read more India will likely slash the prices of medicines used to treat critical conditions like HIV Aids and cancer as a…
Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal
President Trump has achieved much of his agenda, leaving the fate of the economy squarely in his hands.
2025 NBA summer league: Takeaways from Cooper Flagg’s debut
Jul 10, 2025, 10:47 PM ET Cooper Flagg made his highly anticipated debut for the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday in the NBA 2K26 Summer League against the Los Angeles Lakers and Bronny James. The matchup, which boasted the highest average ticket price for a summer league game since Victor Wembanyama’s debut, saw Flagg score a…
The 2025 measles outbreak is largest in 3 decades
The CDC says cases have reached nearly 1,300, the most since 1992.
Tom Kutrosky, a 90-year-old from Ventura, does stair-climbing races
Gripping the stairwell railings inside the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach Hotel on a recent afternoon, Tom Kutrosky ran up the steps two at a time — part of his training for an upcoming race that involves taking on 110 floors’ worth of stairs. The event, part of a competitive sport that challenges participants to race…
Government to adopt EU standards for high-risk diagnostic devices
New regulations aim to simplify processes and strengthen patient safety The Government is set to amend UK medical devices regulations by adopting EU Common Specifications for high-risk in vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices, including those used for infectious diseases and blood analysis. This change follows strong support for a proposal to repeal the Coronavirus Test Device…
Prime Day Deal: Wiz Is Offering Up to 71% Off on Color-Changing, Smart Outdoor Lighting
You’ve probably heard plenty about the Amazon Prime Day sale, but other retailers have sales worth shopping, too. Wiz, for instance, currently has a sale where you can save $5 when you buy two or more outdoor lights, which are already discounted. No coupon is required, but this deal won’t last forever. The offer ends…
Ex-NBA Player Ben McLemore Sentenced To Prison For Rape
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon judge on Wednesday sentenced former NBA player Ben McLemore to over eight years in prison, a week after a jury found him guilty of raping a woman at a 2021 party at the home of a then-teammate. The ex-Portland Trail Blazer was sentenced to 100 months in prison by…
With Varda Space, leading Silicon Valley players make big bet on making drugs in space
Pharmaceutical scientists come up against a hard limitations here on Earth: gravity. Varda Space wants to change that. The company has raised a massive new round to turn space into the “ultimate high ground” for the production of critical pharmaceutical components that can be brought back to Earth and used to make finished drugs. The…
Gaf u RTL Direktu: Emisija počela prerano, Mojmira objasnila što se događalo
RTL DIREKT je u utorak započeo tehničkim propustom – emisija je puštena u eter prerano. Gledatelji su u prvim sekundama prijenosa vidjeli što se događa iza kulisa. Voditeljica Mojmira Pastorčić je vikala prema režiji: “E, ali meni ovo nije dobro. Žac!”. Netko joj je odgovorio: “Kaj, reci?”, a Mojmira je dodala: “Ovo nije dobro”. Potom…
Can the Next Fed Chair Truly Be Independent From Trump’s Influence?
The president hasn’t named a successor to Jerome H. Powell, but his insistence on someone who will lower interest rates has already raised doubts about their credibility.
Bitcoin registers new all-time high above $112,700, short liquidations continue racking up
Bitcoin (BTC) reached a new all-time high of $112,787.30 on July 10 on Binance spot markets, according to TradingView. The move completed a two-day climb from roughly $108,950 late July 8 and eclipsed the previous July 9 peak of $112,000. Notably, the recent price peak prompted over $50 million in liquidations in the last hour,…
9 Digital Marketing Conferences We’re Attending in 2025
It’s impossible for anyone to list all the best digital marketing conferences as nobody’s been to them all. But we’ve been to many and we’ll continue to go to many. These are the conferences we’re attending or thinking of attending this year. Conference When Location INBOUND Sep. 3-5 San Francisco, USA Brighton SEO, US Sep 23-24 San Diego,…
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US faces worst measles outbreak in decades amid falling vaccination rates under Trump – Firstpost
More than two-thirds of states have reported at least one case, with 27 outbreaks identified nationwide. Three deaths have occurred, two unvaccinated children in Texas and one adult in New Mexico, with dozens hospitalised read more The US is currently witnessing its worst year of measles outbreak since 1992, as the country has recorded 1,288…
Trump Fuels Fear Among Immigrant Farm Workers in California’s Central Valley
The fertile valley feeds the world. President Trump has thrown farmers and farmworkers there into turmoil, but recently offered them a glimmer of hope.
2025 NFL offseason grades: Draft, trades, more moves by team
Seth WalderJul 10, 2025, 06:05 AM ET Close Seth Walder is an analytics writer at ESPN, specializing in quantitative analysis. He is also a regular on “ESPN Bet Live” and helps cover sports betting. Seth has been at ESPN since 2017. He previously worked at the New York Daily News covering the Jets and Giants.…
RFK Jr. is winning on fluoride. Dentists foresee a cavity crisis.
Red states are banning the tooth-protecting mineral, while blue state skeptics aren’t budging.
Where to watch the ‘Love Island USA’ season finale in L.A.
“Let it go!” one person screamed at a massive TV screen. “Get him out of my villa!” shouted another. “Oh, we’re voting tonight!” declared another as they whipped their index finger in a circular motion as if to say, “We need to round up the troops and get ready for war.” It’s 8 p.m. at…
Clinical Researcher of the Year – The Americas
Enter the 2025 PharmaTimes Clinical Researcher of the Year – The Americas Enter The 2025 PharmaTimes Clinical Researcher of the Year – The Americas! Introducing the Clinical Research Associate (CRA) category. Enter as a Novice CRA (less than 18 months of monitoring experience), an Intermediate CRA (18 months to less than 5 years of experience)…
Can a free consultation employment lawyer help with unpaid wages?
consultation employment lawyer If you are dealing with unpaid wages, it can be both frustrating and financially stressful. One of the first steps you can take toward resolving this issue is speaking with a free consultation employment lawyer. Many employment lawyers offer an initial consultation at no cost, which provides a valuable opportunity to understand…
Prime Day Deal: Save More Than 20% on These Stylish Air Purifiers
For certain households, air purifiers are a must. But even if you don’t have allergies or live in an area that is prone to wildfires, you could probably benefit from one. Having an air purifier in your household can help with odors, pet dander, pesticides and more, as CNET previously reported. So if you’re thinking about…
Hugh Grant Appears To Fall Asleep At Wimbledon
It looks like Hugh Grant’s love of tennis couldn’t help him rally enough energy to stay awake during Wimbledon’s men’s singles quarterfinal match on Wednesday. While the “Heretic” actor was seen with his head slumped and his chin resting on his chest, his sunglasses made it hard to confirm if he was actually dozing off…
Elon Musk’s xAI launches Grok 4 alongside a $300 monthly subscription
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, late on Wednesday released its latest flagship AI model, Grok 4, and unveiled a new $300-per-month AI subscription plan, SuperGrok Heavy. Grok is xAI’s answer to models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, and can analyze images and respond to questions. In recent months, Grok has become more deeply integrated into Musk’s social…
Kandidati u svađi s Iman: “Okomili su se na mladu curu, ružno za gledati i slušati”
DAN NA FARMI započeo je veselo za Nikolinu, koja se jako dobro snašla s obavezama u svinjcu. Ivana brine vrijeme koje ne ide na ruku obavezama vezanima uz tjedni zadatak, no radna atmosfera većinu je opustila. U obiteljskoj kući, pak, drugačija je atmosfera. “Možda nas doručak malo digne, možda i ne. Ne znam što pomagači…
His Start-Up May Not Survive Chaotic Rollout of Trump’s Tariffs
A sourdough baker turned entrepreneur in North Carolina has delayed his new product as he contemplates the prospect that higher costs will doom his company.
Ethereum regains $2,700 amid lowest long/short ratio in two years and ETF cash floods
Ethereum (ETH) reclaimed the $2,700 threshold one day after spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) listed in the US tracking the asset surpassed $4.5 billion in cumulative net inflows on July 8, according to Farside Investors’ data. As of press time, Ethereum is priced at $2,723.98, up by 4.1% in the past 24 hours. ETH lost the…
What is RFK Jr doing about it? – Firstpost
The United States is facing its most severe measles outbreak in over three decades, with 1,277 confirmed infections recorded so far this year across 38 states and Washington, DC, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Outbreak Response Innovation (CORI). This marks the largest annual tally of cases since 1992, when more…
Trump Tariffs Aim to Settle Scores With Countries, No Matter Their Size
The president’s tariff announcements suggest he has not backed away from his initial strategy, where even smaller trading partners will face tariffs.
PSG 4-0 Real Madrid (Jul 9, 2025) Game Analysis
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabián Ruiz scored twice in a devastating first-half display as the French champions demolished Real Madrid and former PSG star Kylian Mbappé 4-0 on Wednesday to book their place in the Club World Cup final against Chelsea. Two defensive errors handed PSG their opening goals within nine minutes at MetLife Stadium. Raúl…
Supreme Court disabuses federal workers who thought their jobs were safe
Civil servants told POLITICO they’re anxious and exhausted, but holding out hope their lawyers can still save their jobs.
Why L.A. fire victims may be feeling worse now psychologically
In the first months after the L.A. wildfires, which took my family’s Palisades home, I fashioned myself a master of compartmentalization. I felt little emotion, laser-focused on finding a place for our family to live and procuring essentials: toothbrushes, mouthwash, underwear and sneakers. Making sure we were eating and drinking enough water. Hoping the dog…
Actithera closes $75.5m Series A to advance radioligand therapy platform
Funding to support lead candidate targeting FAP and pipeline expansion Actithera has secured $75.5 million in an oversubscribed Series A round to support the clinical development of its lead radioligand therapy targeting fibroblast activation protein (FAP) and to expand its drug discovery pipeline. The round was co-led by M Ventures, Hadean Ventures, Sofinnova Partners and…
Remember To Take Advantage of These Amazon Prime Perks During Prime Day Wednesday
We’re in day 2 of Amazon’s Prime Day event and there’s a solid selection of deals from Amazon, no matter what your budget is. You’ll find some of the biggest deals of the year today, so it’s best to take advantage while you can. If you don’t already have a Prime subscription, you can sign up for the…
YouTube prepares crackdown on ‘mass-produced’ and ‘repetitive’ videos, as concern over AI slop grows
YouTube is preparing to update its policies to crack down on creators’ ability to generate revenue from “inauthentic” content, including mass-produced videos and other types of repetitive content — things that have become easier to generate with the help of AI technology. On July 15, the company will update its YouTube Partner Program (YPP) Monetization…
Želite jesti kokice bez stresa? Novi Jurski svijet: Preporod nije za vas
NA POČETKU Jurskog svijeta: Preporod, sedmog filma iz Jurassic franšize, paleontolog i kustos muzeja dinosaura žali se kako su prošli tjedan prodali svega 20 ulaznica. “Dok su nekad posjetitelji stajali u dugim redovima kako bi vidjeli dinosaure, danas oni više nikoga ne zanimaju”, kaže dr. Henry Loomis, a baš sam nešto slično i ja pomislio…
Trump’s Trade War Roils the Copper Market
Futures contracts hit a record price after the president announced plans for a 50 percent tariff on the metal, driving up costs for businesses.
Pump.fun’s PUMP ICO stirs controversy over token allocation
Solana-based memecoin launchpad Pump.fun has confirmed that its native PUMP token will debut through an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) on July 12. The token will have a total supply of 1 trillion and a structured allocation designed to serve institutional, community, and internal stakeholders. PUMP’s ICO details About 33% of the total PUMP token supply…
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How XFG is likely to become the next dominant Covid variant – Firstpost
Given the number of times this has happened already, it should come as little surprise that we’re now faced with yet another new subvariant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for Covid. This new subvariant is known as XFG (nicknamed “ Stratus”) and the World Health Organization (Who) designated it a “variant under monitoring” in late…
Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool
Instead of viewing tariffs as part of a broader trade policy, President Trump sees them as a valuable weapon he can wield on the world stage.
Christian Horner sacked as Red Bull chief, team confirms
Christian Horner has been sacked by Red Bull after 20 years as team principal, the team confirmed Wednesday. Horner has been in charge of F1’s Red Bull team since 2005 and oversaw its dominant runs at the start of the 2010s and the current decade. Sources within Red Bull have told ESPN that the atmosphere…
BiomX phage therapy shows potent effect in cystic fibrosis trial
BX004 achieves 500-fold bacterial reduction with no resistance in phase 1b/2a study BiomX has published promising phase 1b/2a trial results in Nature Communications, demonstrating that its phage cocktail BX004 significantly reduced bacterial levels in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) and antibiotic-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections. The study revealed a 2.7 log₁₀, or roughly 500-fold, greater bacterial…
My Favorite Lamp Costs 39% Less for Prime Day. It Spectacularly Changes Color and Looks Great In Every Room
Amazon Prime Day deal: The Govee Floor Lamp 2 is now $100 during Amazon’s Prime Day sale — a 33% discount, saving you $65. The lamp’s RBG LED lights can be configured to let you create any colors or patterns that you like. At $165 without a discount, this tall and thin smart lamp is a bit…
Cult Hero From Past Challenges Jake Paul To A Boxing Match
Butterbean is back and wants to fight Jake Paul. (Watch the video at bottom.) The cult hero boxer, once dubbed the “king of the four-rounders,” said he’s down from about 500 pounds to 285 pounds, has new hips and is no longer in need of a wheelchair. Social media star Paul has built a boxing…
European VC breaks taboo by investing in pure defense tech from Ukraine’s war zones
Defense tech has gone from a no-go zone for VCs to a hot investment sector. However, dual use — meaning that the technology must also have civilian applications — is still a requirement for most of them, including the NATO Innovation Fund. Estonian VC firm Darkstar breaks from this trend by investing in purely military…
Narančasti protiv Iman, plavci nominirali Manju: “Teško je piti kavu s izdajicama”
ČETVORICA novih kandidata dočekali su svoje prvo jutro u kolibi. I ovaj će dan provesti s ostalima na imanju kako bi im pomogli u odrađivanju tjednog zadatka. Plava obitelj na čelu s motiviranom Manuelom probudila se rano, spremna udružiti se i krenuti s košnjom. U isto vrijeme narančasti su jutro počeli lagano, uz kavu. “Što…
Britain’s Economic Bind: Face Public Disapproval or Investor Wrath
The Labour Party is starting its second year in control of the government with difficult choices over whether to curb spending or raise taxes.
Survey finds gaps in mainstream Bitcoin coverage, leaving institutional investors exposed
A second-quarter survey of 18 mainstream news outlets logged 1,116 Bitcoin (BTC) stories and measured sentiment at 31% positive, 41% neutral, and 28% negative, according to Bitcoin analysis firm Perception. The data reveal a significant gap between finance-focused media that cover the market extensively and legacy publications that rarely address it. Sparse coverage Perception counted…
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You prefer the gym to yoga? It has a lot to do with your personality – Firstpost
Can your personality affect the kind of exercise you enjoy? A new study suggests so. Published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, the study was carried out by researchers at University College London (UCL). It involved 132 participants who were divided into two groups. ALSO READ | Doctor explains: How regular physical activity can help…
What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.
The president is deploying the word “deal” liberally, using the term to describe all kinds of trade arrangements, some very limited or one-sided.
Sources – Jokic to delay extension talks until next summer
Ohm YoungmisukJul 8, 2025, 07:03 PM ET Close Ohm Youngmisuk has covered the Giants, Jets and the NFL since 2006. Prior to that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and the NBA for nearly a decade. He joined ESPNNewYork.com after working at the New York Daily News for almost 12 years and is a graduate of…
VarmX secures US approval to begin phase 3 trial of urgent surgery treatment
New trial to test VMX-C001’s effectiveness in restoring coagulation in FXa DOAC patients Biotech company VarmX has received clearance from the US FDA to begin a phase 3 trial of its lead candidate, VMX-C001, in patients requiring urgent surgery while on factor Xa direct oral anticoagulants (FXa DOACs). The decision enables the launch of the…
The Best Home Security Deals for Amazon Prime Day 2025
Amazon Prime Day is here — all week, actually — and I’ve spotted big sales from Amazon’s own brands like Blink and Ring, as well as security brands like SimpliSafe, Arlo, Reolink and more. Now that the weather is warm, it’s time to think about outdoor security camera upgrades and video doorbells, among other tricks to keep…
Alex Cooper Savagely Booed At Wrigley Field For Desecrating Long Tradition
Alex Cooper has millions of fans of her “Call Her Daddy” podcast ― and it sounded like none of them were at Chicago’s Wrigley Field on Sunday when she performed “Take Me Out To The Ballgame.” She was booed. Lustily. Savagely. Brutally. Pick your adverb. It was bad. “You’ve never seen something like this before,”…
Gmail’s new ‘Manage subscriptions’ tool will help declutter your inbox
Google announced on Tuesday that it’s launching a new Gmail feature that is designed to help users easily manage their subscriptions and declutter their inboxes. The new “Manage subscriptions” tool is rolling out on the web, Android, and iOS in select countries. With the new feature, users can view and manage their subscription emails in…
Duško Ćurlić se oprostio od popularne igre na sreću na HRT-u: “Svemu dođe kraj”
NEDAVNO je u studiju HRT-a održana posljednja emisija TV Bingo, koju su vodili Mirna Maras Batinić i Duško Ćurlić. Voditelj se sad oglasio na društvenim mrežama. “Skoro 8 godina svaki ponedjeljak… i svetkom i petkom… ali svemu nekako kraj dođe i to je normalno… Možda samo nada da će opet biti prilike… a ako i…
Stock Markets Rise After Trump Extends Tariff Deadline
The president noted that U.S. negotiators remained open to offers from trading partners, suggesting that tariffs could be reduced by — or even after — the deadline on Aug. 1.
XRP Ledger’s EVM sidechain sees 1,400 smart contracts in first week
The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible sidechain of the XRP Ledger is showing early signs of traction among developers, with over 1,400 smart contracts deployed just one week after launch. On July 7, Peersyst confirmed the strong demand in a post stating that nearly 1,400 smart contracts had gone live within the first week. As of…
Does Being Mentioned on Highly Linked Pages Influence AI Mentions?
Get the week’s best marketing content Does being mentioned on highly cited web pages lead to more mentions in AI assistants? I’m defining highly cited web pages as those with more Referring Domains (RD). These are prominent pages on the web and those that other websites have deemed worthy of linking to. Having your brand…
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India’s drug regulator wants you to flush these 17 expired drugs immediately. Here’s why – Firstpost
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has released a list of 17 drugs, if expired, to be flushed down the toilet immediately rather than discarded. CDSCO says fentanyl, tramadol and tapentadol are among those that could be harmful if discarded improperly. Here’s what you need to know read more How do you dispose of…
The Mexican Businessman Grateful for Trump’s Tariffs
A small company in northern Mexico had faced steep competition from China in making straps, plugs, fasteners, grommets, zip ties and clamps. Now, U.S. tariffs have driven a spike in his business.
Fantasy baseball: The good, the bad and the ugly among 2025’s first-half RP performances
Eric KarabellJul 8, 2025, 10:28 AM ET Close Eric Karabell is a senior writer for fantasy baseball, football and basketball at ESPN. Eric is a charter member of FSWA Hall of Fame and author of “The Best Philadelphia Sports Arguments”. The midpoint of MLB’s 2025 regular season has already passed, with the All-Star game pending…
Doctors’ groups sue Kennedy over Covid shot changes for kids, pregnant people
They say the decision “erodes trust” by pitting providers against federal recommendations that aren’t grounded in evidence.
My Favorite Ultraportable, Color-Changing Lamp Is 39% Off for Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day sale: The Govee Floor Lamp 2 is now $100 during Amazon’s Prime Day sale — a 33% discount, saving you $65. Govee has made a name for itself in the smart lighting business as an affordable alternative to other brands, like Philips Hue. So when I decided to upgrade my old traditional lighting to smart…
Kansas City Chiefs Owner Mourns Death Of 9-Year-Old Family Member In Texas Camp Flood
Janie Hunt, a 9-year-old relative of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, was one of the many Camp Mystic youth who died when floodwaters swept over the retreat in Kerr County, Texas. The football executive’s wife, Tavia Hunt, confirmed the news on Instagram over the weekend. “Our hearts are broken by the devastation from the…
OpenAI tightens the screws on security to keep away prying eyes
OpenAI has reportedly overhauled its security operations to protect against corporate espionage. According to the Financial Times, the company accelerated an existing security clampdown after Chinese startup DeepSeek released a competing model in January, with OpenAI alleging that DeepSeek improperly copied its models using “distillation” techniques. The beefed-up security includes “information tenting” policies that limit…
Kako je Brad Pitt pobijedio Verstappena i Hamiltona
“SVE o gumama naučio sam u seriji Drive to Survive”, tako se u filmu F1 pohvalio jedan od članova Upravnog odbora Formula 1 tima neposredno pred početak utrke kojom se veteran automobilizma Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) vraća u Formulu 1 kako bi pomogao starom vozačkom partneru Rubenu (Javier Bardem) i njegovom talentiranom, no neiskusnom vozaču…
Here Are Trump’s New Tariff Threats
President Trump has told 14 countries that they will face tariffs of at least 25 percent on Aug. 1 if they don’t reach agreements by then.
Solana’s tokenized stock market more than triples in two weeks to hit $48M
Solana’s tokenized stock market hit $48.53 million on July 4, up more than threefold from $15.28 million on June 20, according to on-chain data tracked by rwa.xyz. Solana’s tokenized stocks capitalization expanded more than threefold in two weeks, outpacing every other tracked network during the period. Furthermore, the tokenized stock market on Solana represented 11.4%…
Google Seems More Biased Towards Big Brands Than ChatGPT and Perplexity
Article Performance Data from Ahrefs The number of websites linking to this post. Get the week’s best marketing content Does being mentioned more on the web lead to more mentions in AI assistants? I’m defining mentions as the number of web pages that mention an entity at least once. I looked at the top 50 websites…
Trump Revives Trade War, Threatening Steep Aug. 1 Tariffs on Allies
President Trump said Japan and South Korea would face tariffs of 25 percent unless they reached an agreement with the United States. Other countries received notice of higher levies.
Sinner advances at Wimbledon when injured Dimitrov retires
Jannik Sinner advanced to the Wimbledon quarterfinals despite hurting his right elbow in a fall in the opening game and dropping the first two sets Monday night, after his opponent, Grigor Dimitrov, wound up retiring in the third because of an injured pectoral muscle. Sinner said he will have an MRI exam Tuesday on his…
Trump admin asks staff to report cases of bias due to DEI directives
It seeks information on employees who quit or faced discipline during the Biden administration for refusing to execute DEI orders, according to an email obtained by POLITICO.
Eladynos recommended for osteoporosis treatment in Scottish NHS
SMC approval provides option for postmenopausal women at risk of fractures The Scottish Medicines Consortium has recommended Eladynos (abaloparatide) for treating osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at very high risk of fracture through the NHS in Scotland, Theramex announced today. Osteoporosis is a condition marked by reduced bone density and tissue degradation, making bones fragile and…
Prime Day Anker Deals: 30 of Our Favorite Discounts on Charging Accessories, Home Security Tech and More
Amazon’s Prime Day event officially kicks off tomorrow, July 8, but the deals are already pouring in. Top tech brands, like Anker, are offering discounts on many appliances, gadgets and devices. We’ve been scouring the influx of deals to find the ones worth your hard-earned dollars. Right now, many people are filled with anxiety surrounding…
Threads is nearing X’s daily app users, new data shows
Instagram Threads is close to catching up to top competitor X in terms of mobile app users, according to new data from market intelligence provider Similarweb. In June 2025, Threads’ mobile app for iOS and Android saw 115.1 million daily active users, representing 127.8% year-over-year growth; X reached 132 million daily actives, as its year-over-year…
Tesla Stock Price Falls After Elon Musk Plans New Political Party
Mr. Musk’s involvement in politics was once seen by investors as a benefit to Tesla. Not anymore.
EU grants MiCA licenses to 53 crypto firms, Tether and Binance left behind
More than 50 institutions, including major stablecoin issuers and crypto service providers, have received regulatory approval under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework within the first six months of the regulation. On July 7, Circle executive Patrick Hansen shared new data from the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), revealing that 53 entities…
AI-Generated Content Does Not Hurt Your Google Rankings (600,000 Pages Analyzed)
In 2023, Google published a blog post stating that they’re not against AI content: If you think about it, there is no clearer signal than the fact that Google has rapidly rolled out AI Overviews (and now AI mode), both of which are basically AI-generated content. Yet there are still many SEOs and digital marketers…
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Is your makeup safe? Why is India looking to ban mercury-based cosmetics? – Firstpost
The death of actor-model Shefali Jariwala has sparked a national debate on the safety of anti-ageing and skin-whitening products. As the discussion rages on, have you ever wondered what’s in your makeup and if it could cause more harm than good? It seems the government of India has asked this question and is now considering…
Trump Keeps Foreign Countries on Edge as Tariff Deadline Nears
The president is again threatening higher tariff rates on a dozen foreign nations, as a deadline elapses this week for making trade deals.
MLB trade deadline 2025: GMs tell their best trade stories
Jesse RogersJul 7, 2025, 07:00 AM ET Close Jesse joined ESPN Chicago in September 2009 and covers MLB for ESPN.com. From births to funerals — and everywhere in between — the job of a major league baseball general manager is never done. That is especially the case this time of year, when talks heat up…
First patient dosed in trial for novel dry AMD treatment PST-611
PulseSight begins phase 1 safety study of gene therapy for geographic atrophy PulseSight Therapeutics has announced that the first patient has been dosed in its phase 1 clinical trial evaluating PST-611, a first-in-class non-viral gene therapy for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and geographic atrophy (GA). Dry AMD is the leading cause of central vision…
Score 60% Off a New SimpliSafe Security System and Get a Free Outdoor Camera This July 4th
There’s no time like the present to keep your home secure, and this SimpliSafe Fourth of July sale is a great way to do it. The company is offering a full 60% off its home security systems, and you can save even more if you choose to sign up for professional monitoring for your home.…
‘Improved’ Grok criticizes Democrats and Hollywood’s ‘Jewish executives’
On Friday morning, Elon Musk declared, “We have improved @Grok significantly. You should notice a difference when you ask Grok questions.” While Musk didn’t say exactly what improvements to look for, he’d previously declared that xAI (which built Grok) would retrain the chatbot after it had been trained on “far too much garbage,” and he…
Can Taiwan Really Disconnect Its Economy From China?
Momentum is building in Taiwan to lessen its business dependency on China, its biggest trading partner. Doing so will not be easy.
Vitalik Buterin proposes to cap gas usage per Ethereum transaction to boost zkVM compatibility, security
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Toni Wahrstätter, a researcher at the Ethereum Foundation, have put forth a proposal that will cap the maximum gas a single transaction can use. The proposal, EIP 7983, claims: “By implementing this limit, Ethereum can enhance its resilience against certain DoS [Denial of Service attack] vectors, improve network stability, and…
Bessent Says He Expects Trade Deals by This Week’s Deadline
But the Treasury secretary also said that some countries working toward agreements with the United States could have until Aug. 1.
Mexico’s Jiménez pays tribute to Jota after Gold Cup goal
Mexico striker Raúl Jiménez paid tribute to former teammate Diogo Jota after scoring a goal against the United States at the Gold Cup. Jota was killed along with his brother, André Silva, in a car crash near Zamora, Spain, in the early hours of Thursday morning. Editor’s Picks 2 Related Jiménez, who played two seasons…
Prime Day Anker Deals: Over 30 Discounts on Top Mobile, Home and Security Tech Devices
With the Fourth of July behind us, Amazon’s Prime Day sale is the next opportunity to score deals if you missed out on Independence Day shopping. Prime Day arrives on July 8, and offers the chance to score some of the biggest discounts of the year on home goods, tech and audio gear. Brands like…
Researchers seek to influence peer review with hidden AI prompts
Academics may be leaning on a novel strategy to influence peer review of their research papers — adding hidden prompts designed to coax AI tools to deliver positive feedback. Nikkei Asia reports that when examining English-language preprint papers available on the website arXiv, it found 17 papers that included some form of hidden AI prompt.…
Southwest’s C.E.O. on Why Now Is the Time for Bag Fees and Assigned Seats
Bob Jordan recently introduced major changes to the way the low-cost airline works, which caused a stir among loyal fliers and left them wondering what sets it apart from competitors.
Mainland China chipmaking capacity set to outpace Taiwan by 2030
Mainland China chipmaking capacity is accelerating, now poised to become the world’s leading semiconductor foundry hub by 2030, and overtaking Taiwan in total capacity, according to the latest projections from Yole Group. Chinese dominance in this field is fueled by the country’s push to manufacture its own tech as U.S. export restrictions continue to ramp…
The Medicai + Ahrefs Success story
Medicai used Ahrefs to accelerate their organic traffic against their competitors using a combination of programmatic and content-based strategies. Get an account for Ahrefs. Everyday once you wake up, open it and check it while you drink your morning coffee. Look into the keywords you rank for, and then what your competition ranks for. Then…
Composting Guide: What You Can and Can’t Compost
No, not everything can be thrown into your compost bin. Composting requires a delicate balance of dry brown material and wet, nutrient-rich green. The latter usually consists of kitchen waste but adding the wrong leftover or discarded foods can ruin your carefully curated compost. If you want to compost meat and dairy — both of which…
Bobby Jenks, 2-Time All-Star Closer And World Series Champion With The Chicago White Sox, Dies At 44
CHICAGO (AP) — Bobby Jenks, a two-time All-Star closer and World Series champion with the Chicago White Sox, has died, the team announced Saturday. He was 44. The White Sox said Jenks died Friday in Sintra, Portugal, where he was being treated for adenocarcinoma, a form of stomach cancer. Jenks helped the White Sox win…
Drive Capital’s second act – how the Columbus venture firm found success after a split
The venture capital world has always had a hot-and-cold relationship with the Midwest. Investors rush in during boom times, then retreat to the coasts when markets turn sour. For Columbus, Ohio-based Drive Capital, this cycle of attention and disinterest played out against the backdrop of its own internal upheaval several years ago — a co-founder…
The Coder ‘Village’ at the Heart of China’s A.I. Frenzy
As China vies with Silicon Valley for primacy, Hangzhou, home to DeepSeek and Alibaba, is where its aspiring tech titans mingle and share ideas.
Suspicion surrounds mysterious $8.6 billion Bitcoin move
Conor Grogan, Head of Product at Coinbase, believes that there is a “small possibility” that the transfer of $8.6 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC) on July 4 was a hack. Calling his claim “extreme speculation” in an X post on Friday, Grogan said he found the transaction movements to be “extremely odd.” He added: “If…
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How regular physical activity can help prevent cancer and aid recovery – Firstpost
In recent years, science has made one thing clear: exercise isn’t just about fitness, it’s a vital component in preventing and managing serious diseases including cancer. From cutting the risk of developing certain cancers to improving treatment outcomes and lowering the chances of recurrence, staying physically active has powerful, proven benefits. Dr. Arun Kumar Goel,…
Neuer critcizes Donnarumma after Musiala injury in Bayern loss
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer criticized his Paris Saint-Germain counterpart Gianluigi Donnarumma after Bayern midfielder Jamal Musiala suffered an apparent serious injury to his left leg in his team’s defeat to PSG on Saturday in the Club World Cup quarterfinals. Musiala was hurt late in the first half following a 50-50 challenge with PSG goalkeeper…
This Portable Air Quality Monitor Will Help Me Track Fourth of July Smoke
Switchbot’s Meter Pro shows local air quality anywhere you put it and is small enough to fit in a pocket. Tyler Lacoma/CNET From cooking on gas stoves to monitoring air quality during Fourth of July fireworks and summer wildfires, knowing your own home air quality is more important than ever. But it’s not always easy,…
Microsoft is closing its local operations in Pakistan
Microsoft is closing its operations in Pakistan, marking the end of a 25-year presence in the South Asian nation. The Redmond-based company on Friday told TechCrunch that it is changing its operational model in Pakistan and will now serve its customers through resellers and “other closely located Microsoft offices.” “Our customer agreements and service will…
OPEC Plus Agrees to Pump More Oil in August
The increase, which the group said was a response to “a steady global economic outlook,” was higher than some analysts expected and could lead to lower oil prices.
DeFi Is outpacing Bitcoin’s maximalist mindset
The following is a guest post and opinion of Jeff Garzik, Co-founder of Hemi Labs. Ever since Bitcoin stopped being the one and only crypto, a group of its stalwart devotees emerged called “Bitcoin maximalists,” arguing that BTC is the only “true” digital asset. As the crypto industry moves toward all-pervading decentralized finance (DeFi) interoperability,…
A roundup of accessories from Paris Fashion Week
A few weeks ago, I was bound to crutches after fracturing the neck of my femur while running a half-marathon with Image’s fashion director at large, Keyla Marquez. This happened right before Paris Fashion Week for the men’s spring/summer 2026 season, which we both had plans to attend, and I was left with two options:…
Save Up to 63% on My Favorite Arlo Security Cameras With These July 4th Deals
Did you know, according to a CNET survey, one in six U.S adults has been a victim of package theft at least once? A reliable security setup with indoor and outdoor smart cameras is no longer an option. It is essential to protect yourself and your loved ones. However, investing in home security can be expensive. But…
Soccer Fans Question U.S. Readiness To Host 2026 World Cup
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Lifelong soccer fan Victor Dumois expressed concern about the United States co-hosting the 2026 World Cup after attending a recent Club World Cup match in Miami. “I think after the Copa America, a weird phenomenon has occurred here,” said Dumois, who is from Spain. “There’s people that don’t like the World…
Ready-made stem cell therapies for pets could be coming
Earlier this week, San Diego startup Gallant announced $18 million in funding to bring the first FDA-approved ready-to-use stem cell therapy to veterinary medicine. If it passes regulatory muster, it could create a whole new way to treat our fur babies. It’s still an experimental field, even though people have been researching stem cells for…
Tom Cruise doživio nezgodu tijekom snimanja 18+ scene, skoro slomio nos
TOM CRUISE, poznat po svojim vratolomnim kaskaderskim pothvatima, zamalo je doživio vrlo neobičnu nezgodu tijekom snimanja ljubavne scene u filmu Cocktail iz 1988. godine. Njegova tadašnja kolegica Gina Gershon ispričala je za The Guardian kako su snimali svoju prvu intimnu scenu, a ona je slučajno koljenom udarila Cruisea ravno u nos, koji je prokrvario. Sve…
How Trump’s China Tariffs Are Jeopardizing America’s Fireworks Extravaganzas
The pyrotechnics industry relies heavily on Chinese fireworks imports and warns that this could be the last big bang Fourth of July.
Hackers steal $140M from Brazilian central bank reserve accounts via partner breach
Hackers siphoned about R$800 million ($140 million) from six reserve accounts connected to Brazil’s central bank after breaching São Paulo-based software vendor C&M Software on June 30, according to blockchain investigator ZachXBT and reports from local news outlets. Police said C&M employee João Nazareno Roque sold his corporate login for R$15,000 ($2,770) and later developed…
Juan Soto lifts Mets past Yankees in Subway Series comeback
Jorge CastilloJul 4, 2025, 08:55 PM ET Close ESPN baseball reporter. Covered the Washington Wizards from 2014 to 2016 and the Washington Nationals from 2016 to 2018 for The Washington Post before covering the Los Angeles Dodgers and MLB for the Los Angeles Times from 2018 to 2024. NEW YORK — Juan Soto’s second Subway…
Megabill hits health care for immigrants, including legal ones, hard
President Donald Trump has targeted undocumented immigrants, but the GOP bill will bar those who played by the rules from subsidized care, too.
I had been single for eight years. Would my dating luck improve?
Sitting on a plane from Budapest to Los Angeles — a journey I was familiar with — felt different this time. I was visualizing my new startup job in sunny Manhattan Beach, thinking through onboarding and first impressions. But mostly, I was excited to meet my new colleagues and make the most of my three-week…
Prime Day Anker Deals: Over 30 Offers on Top-Rated Mobile, Home and Security Tech
Now that the Fourth of July has almost passed us by, Amazon’s Prime Day sale is the next major shopping event on the calendar. It officially kicks off in just a few days on July 8 and is sure to bring some of the year’s lowest prices on a huge selection of tech and home…
TechCrunch Mobility: The state of EV sales and Rivian secures the next $1B from VW
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! This week I’m publishing an abbreviated version of the newsletter because of the 4th of July holiday. If you’re driving, flying, or taking the train for the…
Madsen, nažalost, nije postao “novi Mitchum”, ali ne moramo plakati zbog toga
DA NE MOŽE tuga ovih dana zaobići i filmski svijet pored sportskog pobrinuo se nažalost Michael Madsen (67), profesor doktor grubijanskih uloga koji se toliko puta na platnu pobrinuo za smrt drugih ljudi, ali opet je bio predmet obožavanja svakog filmoljupca daleko više nego ti koje je tjerao pod zemlju ili se bar to trudio,…
White House to Start Notifying Countries About Tariffs, Trump Says
After striking only a few trade deals since declaring a 90-day pause in April, President Trump said he would announce new duties starting Friday.
CZ to merge ‘Wall Street and blockchain’ alongside Goldman, DTCC, Citadel
Former Binance CEO Changpeng (CZ) Zhao’s YZi Labs has invested in Digital Asset, the institutional blockchain platform Canton Network developer. YZi Labs joins a $135 million Series E round that was first announced on June 24 and includes participation from finance incumbents like Goldman Sachs, Citadel Securities, DRW, and the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation…
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How doctors are adapting to the digital transformation of healthcare – Firstpost
As AI, telemedicine and digital tools transform healthcare, doctors are adapting to a tech-driven future while preserving the human touch. Experts say technology can enhance care but empathy, intuition and doctor-patient relationships remain essential in modern medicine’s evolving role. read more As technology continues to transform healthcare at an unprecedented pace, doctors are learning to…
Wimbledon 2025: Is this Djokovic’s best chance to win one more major?
SIX HUNDRED AND sixty-two days have passed since Novak Djokovic last won a major title. That day, in September 2023, was a history-clinching performance at the US Open, in which he defeated Daniil Medvedev to tie Margaret Court’s long-standing record for the most Grand Slam singles titles of all time with 24. It seemed all…
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Patrick Ta
Celebrity makeup artist and entrepreneur Patrick Ta admits that he is constantly falling in and out of love with Los Angeles — the place he’s called home for the last 13 years. “[But] right now, I’m obsessed with Los Angeles,” says the San Diego native. “I feel like I am experiencing new friendship groups. For…
First German haemophilia B patient receives gene therapy HEMGENIX
CSL Behring marks new era in treatment with milestone reimbursement model The first haemophilia B patient in Germany has been treated with the one-time gene therapy HEMGENIX at the Hemophilia Treatment Center at Hannover Medical School, CSL Behring Germany has announced. HEMGENIX® is the first gene therapy of its kind approved in Europe for adults…
Prime Day Anker Deals: Over 25 Bargains on Security Cameras, Headphones and More
It’s almost the Fourth of July, and we have Amazon’s Prime Day — one of the biggest shopping events of the year — right after that. Although Amazon’s massive summer sale officially begins on July 8, some massive discounts are available from big retailers. You can score deals on various tech and home products, including…
Slate Auto drops ‘under $20,000’ pricing after Trump administration ends federal EV tax credit
Slate Auto, the electric vehicle startup backed by Jeff Bezos, has stopped promoting that its upcoming pickup truck will start “under $20,000” following passage of President Trump’s tax cut bill. The bill, which is expected to be signed into law by Trump on July 4, will cause the federal EV tax credit to end in September — a $7,500…
Voditeljice dnevnika na RTL-u i Novoj TV bile su isto odjevene
ZANIMLJIVA situacija dogodila se danas na nacionalnim dnevnicima. Naime, voditeljice dnevnika RTL-a i dnevnika Nove TV odjenule su iste sakoe. Damira Gregoret (RTL) i Marija Miholjek emisije su vodile u Zarinim sakoima koji se trenutno prodaju po cijeni od 25.99 eura. Tekst se nastavlja ispod oglasa Kakav je to sako? Sako je trenutno na sniženju…
Dispute Over Golden Globes Heats Up
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which ran the awards show until a couple of years ago, has voted to investigate the deal that sold the event to a joint venture.
DeFi TVL breaks above $116B as lending roars back
The DeFi market has rebounded at the beginning of July, with total value locked (TVL) rising to $116.416 billion, a level last seen in April. The 24-hour increase of 4.95% reflects rising crypto asset prices and renewed deposit flows into lending protocols, restaking services, and yield-bearing primitives. As Ethereum and Solana continue to absorb most…
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Your screen is making you sick? Experts call for digital detox as screen time fuels health crisis – Firstpost
Doctors across specialties are calling for digital detox as screen-related stress, sleep issues and anxiety surge in 2025. Experts explain how intentional disconnection from devices can reset brain chemistry, improve sleep and boost emotional health—making unplugging a modern, science-backed prescription for well-being. read more Haunted by unread books or a dusty yoga mat in the…
NFL ‘Bag’ Hall of Fame: Players who maximized contract leverage
Bill BarnwellJul 2, 2025, 06:25 AM ET Close Bill Barnwell is a senior NFL writer for ESPN.com. He analyzes football on and off the field like no one else on the planet, writing about in-season X’s and O’s, offseason transactions and so much more. He is the host of the Bill Barnwell Show podcast, with…
Three reasons why Republicans cut Medicaid
The politics of the party have shifted, with more of the GOP base reliant on welfare programs. But policy hasn’t followed.
burrata with crushed cherries and pistachios – smitten kitchen
Psst: You really don’t need a recipe for this but I’m sharing the proportions I used, loosely. I photographed a small plate of it with just half of everything. You’ll be happier if you make the full amount, listed below! Some additional burrata advice: Burrata is at its most nuanced and creamy when it’s been…
Lenny Pearce’s baby rave: dancing toddlers, glow sticks and bass drops
Natalie Z. Briones is a concert veteran. She’s been to heavy metal concerts and a punk music festival where she napped most of the time. On Sunday, she attended her first baby rave. Natalie is a few months shy of two. In the arms of her dad, Alvin Briones, 36, the pigtailed toddler squealed “Hi!”…