The Bundesliga has signed a new US broadcasting deal with Versant (USA Network and Fandango) through the 2030-31 season, reportedly worth $20 million annually, a decrease from ESPN's previous $34 million. While fans express negative reactions over accessibility concerns, experts view the deal as a strategic move for broader distribution and audience growth.
The US military announced another service member's death in Iraq and launched more airstrikes on Iran, targeting military sites. This comes after US troops were killed in Jordan, escalating the conflict, with Iran also firing missiles towards Jordan, risking wider regional impact.
A US service member was killed in northern Iraq during a controlled detonation of ordnance from a downed Iranian drone, following an attack in Jordan that killed two US soldiers. This marks an eighth day of escalating US-Iran strikes, with both sides reporting casualties and targeting infrastructure, raising regional tensions.
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake in central Peru, near Chupaca, has resulted in six fatalities and damaged over 250 houses, with 48 ruined, according to Prime Minister Luis Arroyo Sanchez. The quake's epicenter was seven kilometers south of Chupaca.
At least six people died and 21 were injured after two earthquakes (magnitudes 5.1 and 3.7) hit Peru's Chupaca province, Junín region, destroying 48 homes and affecting 300 residents. Emergency teams are clearing rubble amid fears of more trapped victims.
Hannah Rapp, 26, a US boxer who fought for the WBC women's featherweight championship in June, was killed while bicycling in Texas when struck by a car driven by Charles Medina, 31, who has been charged with manslaughter.
Uber and Waymo are at odds over Washington, D.C.'s autonomous-vehicle bill, with Uber advocating a hybrid model that rides on ride-hailing networks and Waymo testing with human operators. Separately, Uber is acquiring Delivery Hero to extend its global delivery footprint.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched "From Idea to Frontier," an AI accelerator program for Chinese-speaking entrepreneurs, offering up to $100,000 in credits, mentorship, and a global showcase for up to 100 early-stage teams, betting on solo founders building global companies with AI.
Paul, a public-sector employee, faces job cuts due to AI integration, exacerbating his personal distress and career uncertainty. The article explores "Fobo" (fear of becoming obsolete) as a growing workplace anxiety and offers strategies like cultivating human skills, networking, and seeking supportive organizations to navigate AI's impact on the workforce.
Birdfy has initiated a midyear sale, discounting smart bird feeders by up to 40%. A key deal is the Netvue Birdfy Feeder AI-Powered Smart Bird Feeder with Camera, now $149.99, featuring a 1080p camera, AI bird identification, solar panel, and cloud storage.
Migraine understanding has advanced significantly, moving from ancient remedies and outdated theories to identifying the trigeminovascular system and CGRP as key causes. New CGRP-blocking drugs offer revolutionary treatment, though access and awareness remain challenges, as highlighted by Professor Alexandra Sinclair.
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake in central Peru's Junín region killed at least five people and injured ten. The quake, centered near Chupaca, damaged hospitals and historic sites, causing power cuts, with officials continuing to assess the full extent of the damage.
Researchers from UBC and international teams used advanced nickel isotope analysis to identify the meteorite that wiped out dinosaurs 66 million years ago as a rare CO chondrite, solving a decades-old puzzle about the extinction event.
CNN reports a draft US-Saudi deal allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium for its nuclear program, potentially without enhanced IAEA safeguards. This marks a departure from US non-proliferation policy and raises regional concerns.
The Council of Europe's secretary general, Alain Berset, has accused Fifa of enabling fraud and political interference, undermining the World Cup's integrity. In an open letter, Berset called for a new integrity framework by 2030, referencing a suspended player sanction and increased betting risks.
Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, killing at least six and injuring dozens. The five-hour assault involved Iskander-M and Zircon missiles, causing fires and damage across the capital and other regions, including a Turkish-owned grain ship.
Immigration agents fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, Texas, and Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine, within a week. These killings, part of a broader pattern of militarized enforcement, have ignited widespread grief and outrage, leading to protests and calls for independent investigations and accountability from ICE and DHS.
The Israel Defense Forces opened 57 criminal investigations into the deaths of Palestinian and Lebanese detainees and 19 probes into alleged beatings, but only two indictments were filed, with none leading to conviction. This follows long-standing accusations of abuse against detainees.
The US announced another service member's death in Iraq and launched new airstrikes against Iran, targeting Revolutionary Guard facilities. Iran reported 50 killed and 517 injured. Tensions escalate with Iran's supreme leader warning of "unforgettable lessons" and the Strait of Hormuz remaining a flashpoint.
Chelsea signs England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a record £117m, surpassing their previous record of £107m for Enzo Fernandez, with Middlesbrough earning a record £20.4m sell-on fee.
Kirandeep Kaur, a 24-year-old mother from India, was fatally stabbed in her Hayes home on July 12. Her sister, Gursharan, expressed profound grief, highlighting Kaur's dedication to supporting her family. A man has been charged with murder, attempted murder, and possession of a blade.
Two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela on June 24 have resulted in 5,069 deaths, with over 20,000 displaced. International aid, including $346 million from the IMF and $300 million from the US, is being utilized for relief and reconstruction.
Ukrainian property tycoon Vadym Iermolaiev and two others were injured in a bomb attack at his Monaco home, believed to be an attempted assassination. New surveillance footage shows a hooded figure planting explosives. An investigation is ongoing, with a Ukrainian woman suspected of involvement found dead near Kyiv.
An independent committee investigating the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong, which killed 168 and displaced nearly 5,000, will delay its final report until late October due to the vast amount of evidence to review.
