The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet.
As the UK faces hotter summers, demand for air conditioning in homes has surged. Costs vary significantly, from portable units (£350-£650) to fully installed ducted systems (£5,000-£10,000). While offering comfort, units increase energy bills and raise environmental concerns.
Four Wimbledon semi-finalists, Coco Gauff, Marta Kostyuk, Karolina Muchova, and Linda Noskova, have all historically struggled with grass courts but have now found success at SW19, guaranteeing a first-time champion.
President Trump stated Iran "badly" wants a deal to de-escalate Middle East hostilities, but expressed doubt about their worthiness and ability to honor an agreement. He also mentioned U.S. forces "hit [Iran] very hard" in retaliation for recent actions.
PepsiCo reported mixed second-quarter results, with strong international demand offsetting struggles in its North American food and beverage divisions. CEO Ramon Laguarta cited tightening consumer budgets due to inflation as a key factor impacting domestic performance.
Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old wildcard ranked 114th, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals, a feat not seen since Goran Ivanisevic in 2001. His remarkable victories, including a straight-sets win over world number 10 Flavio Cobolli, have captivated the nation and rewritten tennis history.
AI executives and companies are investing heavily in the 2026 midterm elections, with two major PACs spending at least $44 million on candidates to influence AI legislation. The industry aims to shape the first national regulations for AI use, drawing parallels to the crypto industry's influence in past elections.
