Bitcoin held firm near five-week highs despite escalating US-Iran tensions, with US stocks also shrugging off risks. Analysts suggest a potential short squeeze in the S&P 500, while some traders predict Bitcoin will outperform US stocks in the foreseeable future.
A new book, 'Gullah-Geechee Diasporas,' challenges the static view of Gullah Geechee culture, revealing its widespread influence across the US South and beyond. Editors Muhammad Fraser-Rahim and Elizabeth J West discuss how essays explore the community's dynamic history, language, music, and religion, emphasizing its significant contributions and ongoing evolution.
The United States and Saudi Arabia signed a civil nuclear cooperation agreement, known as a 123 agreement, which could enable Saudi Arabia to develop uranium enrichment capabilities for its civilian nuclear program. The deal, signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, faces review by the US Congress amid proliferation concerns.
Fairshake affiliate Protect Progress PAC has spent nearly $1 million on media supporting Democratic incumbent Shri Thanedar and opposing Donavan McKinney in Michigan's 13th congressional district primary, two weeks before the August 4 election. Thanedar has a pro-crypto voting record.
US lawmakers at a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing expressed concerns that China's UN peacekeeping roles are concentrated in strategically sensitive regions to gather intelligence. Witnesses alleged these missions serve a dual purpose for the Chinese Communist Party, amid a partisan debate on Iran war funding.
Authorities rescued 80 cats and 12 dogs from the squalid Stuart, Florida home of 77-year-old Gail Giustino, a mail carrier, who was charged with animal cruelty and confinement. The animals were found in extreme conditions, with up to a foot of feces, and Giustino is believed to be suffering from mental health issues.
L'administration fiscale américaine pourrait taxer la prime de 50 millions de dollars de l'Espagne, vainqueur de la Coupe du monde, ainsi que les gains d'autres équipes ayant joué aux États-Unis, suscitant des critiques de politiciens et des débats sur les réseaux sociaux.
The Digital Chamber is suing the State of Illinois over a 0.2% crypto transaction tax set to take effect in 2027, alleging it was 'slipped into the state’s budget' without debate and discriminates against digital asset transactors regardless of gain or ownership transfer.
An individual shares their family's five-year journey and eight practical strategies for reducing ultra-processed foods (UPF) in their diet, drawing on expert advice from Kary Rappaport, Julia Wolfson, and Penny Stankiewicz, emphasizing plant-based eating, cooking skills, and consistency.
Actor Charlotte MacInnes plans to appeal her failed defamation case against Hollywood star Rebel Wilson, with a solicitor suggesting the judge's interpretations could potentially lead to a retrial or a different verdict. MacInnes sued Wilson over social media posts she argued damaged her reputation concerning a sexual assault claim.
Southern Brave secured an eight-run victory against Welsh Fire in The Hundred women's competition at Utilita Bowl, Southampton. Fire, chasing 127, dramatically collapsed from 109-3 after Georgia Voll's dismissal, losing five wickets for just six runs.
Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that if the US attacks Iranian civilian targets, the conflict would expand beyond the region, targeting all Middle Eastern oil, gas, and power infrastructure, and preventing oil exports.
The Trump administration is reportedly weighing military strikes against the al-Qaeda-linked JNIM group in Mali, which has intensified attacks while Mali's military and Russian forces struggle to contain militants after recent coups led to severed Western ties.
A 15-year-old Florida plaintiff, R.K.C., dropped his addiction lawsuit against Meta, having previously settled similar claims against TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube. He sought accountability for social media's harm to young people.
Hong Kong authorities have warned of potential enforcement action against mainland Chinese dental chains suspected of operating illegally in the city, following reports from the Hong Kong Dental Association about promotional booths and issues with cross-border treatments.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the US and its allies against striking Iran's civilian infrastructure, stating the country's defense doctrine is "eye for an eye" and any aggression would lead to a powerful response, targeting contributors.
A Secretaria Especial de Planejamento, Orçamento e Inovação de Sergipe (Seplan) entregou ao IBGE um estudo que define os novos limites territoriais entre Aracaju e São Cristóvão. A redefinição, resultado de um acordo judicial, incorporará áreas de bairros como Mosqueiro e Matapuã a São Cristóvão, impactando repasses do FPM e a oferta de serviços públicos.
Bollywood star Salman Khan voiced support for students protesting nationwide paper leaks, urging them to maintain a peaceful, non-political focus. His comments come as the Delhi High Court issues notices regarding alleged excessive force during a protest, and activist Sonam Wangchuk demands assurances for protesters.
Hundreds of former rugby players suing governing bodies for brain injuries face a critical juncture as their solicitor, Richard Boardman of Rylands Garth, steps down following judicial criticism and non-compliance. The claimants, now seeking new representation, face potential strike-outs from the case, which could remove hundreds from proceedings.
During D4vd's preliminary hearing, Celeste Rivas' family lawyer, Patrick Steinfeld, described crime scene photos as "gruesome" and "disturbing," causing Rivas' mother to cry. D4vd has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges, including mutilation of a human body, as the case proceeds.
During singer D4vd's preliminary hearing, Celeste Rivas' family lawyer, Patrick Steinfeld, described crime scene photos as "gruesome" and deeply distressing for the family, causing Celeste's mother to cry throughout. D4vd has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges, with allegations including luring Rivas to his Hollywood Hills home, killing her, and dismembering her body.
Ukraine attacked four Wildberries warehouses in Russia, escalating its drone campaign against the country's top online retailer. The strikes, targeting a key economic driver, threaten disruption for businesses and millions of Russian consumers.
The US and Saudi Arabia signed a landmark deal for a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting on non-proliferation safeguards. The agreement, signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, lays the foundation for a multibillion-dollar partnership amidst US concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions.
Darts player Cameron Menzies forfeited his World Matchplay second-round match against Ross Smith in Blackpool after experiencing high blood pressure and fainting. Medics cleared him, but he was unable to return. Elsewhere, Gerwyn Price, Gian van Veen, and James Wade advanced to the quarter-finals.
