China achieved a stunning upset victory over top-seeded USA in a five-set thriller at the Women's Volleyball Nations League Finals in Macau, advancing to the last four for the first time since 2023 amidst a roaring home crowd.
Indian PM Narendra Modi vowed fast-track courts for exam paper leaks, facing youth-led "Cockroach" protests in Delhi. Protesters, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and systemic reform, rejected the offer as insufficient, with opposition leaders criticizing the government's handling.
China's senior men's football team will not participate in the Fifa Asean Cup in September, opting instead for warm-up matches against Palestine and North Korea in Chongqing as part of their preparation for next year's Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia. The women's and U23 men's teams will compete in the Asian Games in Japan.
A large Danish study of 3.1 million participants over 18 years found a modest but consistent association between long-term exposure to road traffic noise and a 3% higher risk of Parkinson’s disease for every 11.5dB rise in noise. Having a quiet part of the home may mitigate this risk.
Ford und Geely planen laut einem Medienbericht, das Ford-Werk in Valencia gemeinsam zu betreiben, wobei Geely dort Elektroautos für den europäischen Markt produzieren will. Dies ermöglicht Geely, EU-Zölle zu umgehen, und sichert Ford die Auslastung des Werks.
Bitcoin trades near $65,978, below the short-term holder cost basis of $69,000, as markets anticipate the Federal Reserve's July 28-29 meeting. Weak labor data and slowing core CPI suggest a less restrictive Fed, but rising oil prices and Treasury yields add complexity, making Bitcoin's rally conditional on the Fed's stance.
Fox News host Jesse Watters faced widespread criticism and was "roasted" on social media after claiming on "The Five" that a college degree, particularly in humanities or social sciences, could "kill" highly educated women's love lives, suggesting men don't value a Ph.D.
Kemi Badenoch has criticized new Prime Minister Andy Burnham for a "spending spree" of early policies, including a £2 bus fare cap and energy VAT cuts, questioning how they will be funded. Burnham defends his plans as "cost of living" measures, funded by savings and future tax hikes.
A celebration of life service for Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, who died July 8 aged 75, will be held August 17 at St Mary's Church, Swansea. The service will be live-streamed online, enabling fans worldwide to watch and pay respects.
Chinese tech companies are rapidly expanding their international presence, driven by a global surge in AI spending and domestic competition. This growth is evident in rising physical tech exports and increased revenue from cloud-based software and foundation models, with firms like MiniMax seeing significant international earnings.
India's urban rivers, including the Yamuna, Mithi, Musi, Cooum, and Vrishabhavathi, are severely degraded, shrinking due to unchecked urban expansion, encroachment, and pollution from untreated sewage and industrial waste, despite significant government investments.
India's youth-led 'Cockroach Janta Party' (CJP) protest movement, sparked by a Supreme Court justice's remark, is gaining national support. Fueled by anger over unemployment and education system failures, the movement is putting public pressure on Prime Minister Modi's government.
Comcast's second-quarter results revealed strong performance at NBCUniversal, with Peacock achieving profitability for the first time, contrasting with continued broadband customer losses. These diverging trends come as the company prepares to split its media and broadband businesses into separate publicly traded entities within approximately one year.
Hong Kong police arrested a 72-year-old local man for allegedly practising dentistry illegally at a North Point shop promoting a mainland Chinese dental clinic. The arrest followed calls from the local industry for stricter regulation.
Jack's Solar Garden in Longmont, Colorado, has transformed into an agrivoltaic project, growing crops beneath solar panels. This innovative approach generates clean electricity, creates cooler microclimates for plants, reduces water loss, and provides farmers with a stable additional income, serving as a model for climate-resilient agriculture.
Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart suggests the CLARITY Act will have minimal direct impact on Bitcoin, which already has established regulatory infrastructure. The updated bill, released by Senate Republicans, is seen as more beneficial for assets like Ethereum and Solana, which lack clear legal status.
Tesla verfehlt Zeitpläne für die Serienproduktion seiner Roboter Optimus und Robotaxis Cybercab für dieses Jahr. Der Quartalsgewinn sank, während die Ausgaben für neue Projekte stiegen. Elon Musk sprach über die Entwicklungskomplexität und ließ Spekulationen über eine Fusion mit SpaceX offen, was die Tesla-Aktie fallen ließ.
Caltrans starts a four-year, $36.4 million project on August 3 to repair 31.7 miles of Highway 4, including Ebbetts Pass in Alpine County, California. The work, delayed for a music festival, aims to improve the aging road while maintaining its layout, with completion expected by autumn 2030.
Andoni Iraola says the success of Basque and Spanish coaches comes from collective thinking and putting the team first. He also says Liverpool must restore togetherness and fan connection after a difficult season.
PC Andrew Harper's mother, Debbie Adlam, criticizes the upcoming Sentencing Act, which could lead to the early release of two men convicted of her son's manslaughter. The act, aimed at easing prison overcrowding, faces review by Andy Burnham amid concerns from victims and reports of implementation delays.
Tony Rinaudo, known as "The Forest Maker," helped Nigerien farmers regenerate over 200 million trees by reviving dormant root systems, not planting new ones. This low-cost Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) approach restored millions of hectares, improving food security and livelihoods for millions in Niger.
Brennan Wedl's new self-titled album, produced by Waxahatchee's Katie Crutchfield, showcases her radiant, hooky Americana, drawing comparisons to genre legends like Lucinda Williams. The 29-year-old songwriter's originals are filled with bittersweet reflections, self-destructive appeals, and a unique blend of religious upbringing and riot grrrl influences.
Delhi Police may cancel passports for those involved in recent Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests over NEET exam issues. Clashes near Parliament Street and Jantar Mantar injured police and protesters, damaging vehicles. The Lieutenant Governor authorized NSA preventive detention powers.
Young protesters in Delhi, including Chhavi and Ishaan, documented a large anti-government demonstration using humour and social media. Despite police violence, they filmed "fit checks" and shared sardonic memes, highlighting a generational shift where recording is integral to protest.
