Business groups slam House for passing $15 minimum wage bill
USA Today · 4h ago · Raising the minimum wage to $15 could cost 1.3 million jobs, according to an estimate by the Congressional Budget Office.
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Business groups slam House for passing $15 minimum wage bill
· CNBC · 4h ago · Business advocacy organizations sharply criticized the House of Representatives for passing a bill to raise the minimum wage to $15, saying it would be a costly job killer.
U.S. House passes bill to raise federal minimum wage to $15 an hour
· Reuters · 8h ago · The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday passed legislation to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour by October 2025, a big win for workers and labor groups, even as it remained unlikely the bill would pass a Republican-controlled Senate.
Jeffrey Epstein denied bail, must remain behind bars until sex trafficking trial
NBC News · 2h ago · Citing his “great wealth and vast resources,” a federal judge ruled Epstein must stay in jail before trial. Epstein, who pled not guilty to sex trafficking charges, could be sentenced up to 45 years in prison if convicted.
Mansion or jail for Jeffrey Epstein? Judge makes decision on bail today
· USA Today · 10h ago · A federal judge will announce Thursday whetherJeffrey Epstein will await trial on sex trafficking charges in his Manhattan manse or a jail cell.
Judge to decide whether Jeffrey Epstein will remain behind bars on sex trafficking charges
· Reuters · 14h ago · A U.S. judge is expected to decide on Thursday whether American financier Jeffrey Epstein will remain jailed while he awaits trial on charges of sex trafficking dozens of underage girls or be released to his Manhattan mansion under house arrest.
Boeing will take a $4.9-billion charge on 737 Max fallout
Los Angeles Times · 3h ago · Boeing Co. plans to record a $4.9-billion accounting charge related to its beleaguered 737 Max jetliner when the company reports quarterly earnings next week.
Boeing Expects a $5.6 Billion Hit for 737 Max Disruptions
· New York Times · 3h ago · That is the company’s estimate of how much it will have to compensate airlines for the grounding of the jets after two crashes.
Boeing takes $4.9 billion charge related to 737 MAX
· Reuters · 4h ago · Boeing said on Thursday it would take an after-tax charge of $4.9 billion in the second quarter related to estimated disruptions from the grounding of its 737 MAX after two deadly crashes.
Boeing to take $4.9bn charge for 737 Max
· Financial Times · 4h ago
Brussels hits US chipmaker Qualcomm with €242m fine
Financial Times · 13h ago · EU says chipmaker dumped products at below cost to block competition
Qualcomm fined $272M in latest EU antitrust fine
· The Verge · 14h ago
Amazon faces EU antitrust probe over its third-party marketplace
· CNET · Jul 17, 2019 · The EU will investigate whether Amazon breached competition rules with its use of data from independent retailers.
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Trailer for 'Top Gun' sequel has landed — take a look
NBC News · 3h ago · The first trailer for the "Top Gun" sequel "Top Gun: Maverick," starring Tom Cruise, premiered on Thursday.
Comic-Con 2019: Tom Cruise brings 'Top Gun: Maverick' trailer to Hall H
· Los Angeles Times · 3h ago · When you think of high-flying heroic deeds, "Top Gun," Tom Cruise and, of course, Conan O'Brien are the first things that come to mind.
‘Top Gun: Maverick’: Tom Cruise Soars in First Official Trailer
· Rolling Stone · 3h ago · Trailer premiered during surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con
Tiger Woods 'sore' and 'scraping it around' at the Open
CNN · 4h ago
Tiger Woods falls apart in middle of his round, finishes with 7-over 78 at British Open
· USA Today · 4h ago · Tiger Woods’ quest for 16th major championship victory got off to a rough start at the British Open. Woods finished the first round with a 7-over 78.
Tiger Woods score: Rough-looking 7-over 78 a struggle in Round 1 at British Open 2019
· CBS News · 4h ago · Big Cat limped around Northern Ireland on Thursday and narrowly broke 80
Rory McIlroy breaks woman's phone with errant tee shot on first hole of British Open
· Fox News · 8h ago
Arson Attack at Kyoto Animation Studio
Bloomberg · 8h ago
Kyoto Animation in Japan
· Los Angeles Times · 9h ago
Apparent arson attack devastates Kyoto Animation anime studio with many feared dead
· The Verge · 18h ago
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Court docs show Hope Hicks in contact with Michael Cohen during hush-money discussions
USA Today · 2h ago · Potentially contradicting her congressional testimony, Hicks might have been present for discussionsabout hush-money payments to Stormy Daniels.
Trump directly involved in talks that led to Stormy Daniels payment, FBI says
· The Guardian · 8h ago · Court filing says Trump and Hope Hicks spoke to Michael Cohen often as Daniels in 2016 threatened to go public with story of affairDonald Trump and his press secretary were directly involved in discussions that led to an illegal hush-money payment to
Judge orders release of docs tied to Cohen's hush-money payments to Stormy Daniels
· NBC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Judge William Pauley III told prosecutors to file the materials by 11 a.m. Thursday.
Feds end probe of hush money that Trump lawyer Cohen directed to Stormy Daniels, Karen McDougal
· CNBC · Jul 17, 2019
Warren likens private equity to 'vampires' in plan targeting Wall Street 'looting'
Fox News · 2h ago · Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., unleashed a sweeping attack on the financial sector on Thursday, demonizing private equity firms and accusing Wall Street of "looting" the U.S. economy.
Elizabeth Warren Declares War on Private Equity ‘Vampires’ in 2020 Plan
· Bloomberg · 10h ago
Fact check: Trump says Rep. Omar 'proud' of al Qaeda
NBC News · 2h ago · There is no evidence that Omar has said the terrorist group responsible for the 9/11 attacks makes her proud.
Fact check: Trump’s false claims about Rep. Ilhan Omar
· USA Today · 11h ago · Donald Trump falsely accused Rep. Ilhan Omar of professing a “love” for al Qaeda and talking about “how great” and “how wonderful” al Qaeda is.
Weekly Roundup: Thursday, July 18
NPR · 3h ago · President Trump continued his attacks against four freshman Democratic congresswomen at a campaign rally in Greenville, N.C., on Wednesday, with the crowd breaking into a chant of "send her back" against one.
Joe: This is day trading of the worst sort; it is immoral
· MSNBC · 14h ago · The president again went after freshman Democratic women lawmakers Wednesday at a re-election rally in Greenville, N.C., which also found the crowd chanting 'Send her back!' in regards to Rep.
Business groups slam House for passing $15 minimum wage bill
USA Today · 4h ago · Raising the minimum wage to $15 could cost 1.3 million jobs, according to an estimate by the Congressional Budget Office.
Business groups slam House for passing $15 minimum wage bill
· CNBC · 4h ago · Business advocacy organizations sharply criticized the House of Representatives for passing a bill to raise the minimum wage to $15, saying it would be a costly job killer.
U.S. House passes bill to raise federal minimum wage to $15 an hour
· Reuters · 8h ago · The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday passed legislation to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour by October 2025, a big win for workers and labor groups, even as it remained unlikely the bill would pass a Republican-controlled Senate.
Epstein, Denied Bail as Danger to Community(Podcast)
Bloomberg · 4h ago
Jeffrey Epstein denied bail, judge says no amount 'can overcome danger to the community'
· Fox News · 8h ago · A New York federal judge denied bail Thursday to Jeffrey Epstein, who currently faces multiple charges of sex trafficking.
Jeffrey Epstein denied bail in sex trafficking case
· Politico · 8h ago
Trump says he disagrees with 'send her back' chants about Rep. Omar
USA Today · 4h ago · President Trump says he "felt a little bit badly" about the chants of "send her back" that erupted at his North Carolina rally.
Trump on 'send her back' chants at rally: 'I was not happy with it'
· MSNBC · 7h ago · President Trump said, "I was disappointed," when a crowd chanted "send her back" at a North Carolina rally. "It was quite a chant and I felt a little bit badly about it," the President added.
Senate expected to confirm Trump's second Secretary of Defense next week
Reuters · 4h ago · The U.S. Senate is due to vote next week to confirm Mark Esper as President Donald Trump's second Secretary of Defense, ending the longest period by far that the Pentagon has been without a permanent top official.
Senate committee approves Trump pick Esper for Defense Secretary
· Fox News · 5h ago · The Senate Armed Services Committee approved the nomination of Mark Esper to be the new U.S. Secretary of Defense on Thursday.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Proposes Modest Deal to End Impasse With U.S.
New York Times · 5h ago · The Iranian foreign minister sounded philosophical if nothing came of efforts to restart negotiations to the nuclear accord that President Trump has jettisoned.
Daybreak: Zarif on Nuclear Deal. Oil Falls. (Podcast)
· Bloomberg · 23h ago
Trump pledges to 'look' at $10B Pentagon contract amid complaints about Amazon
Politico · 5h ago
Trump says he's looking closely at Amazon contract with Pentagon
· Reuters · 6h ago · U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his administration was looking closely at Amazon's contract with the U.S. Defense Department after getting complaints from other tech companies.
Trump looking into a Pentagon cloud contract for Amazon or Microsoft after 'tremendous complaints'
· CNBC · 6h ago · President Trump said he's looking at the JEDI Contract that will be awarded to Microsoft or Amazon.
Jon Stewart slams senator for blocking 9/11 aid bill
CBS News · 5h ago · "Pardon me if I'm not impressed in any way by Rand Paul's fiscal responsibility virtue signaling," Stewart said of the senator blocking the measure
Jon Stewart Tees Off on Rand Paul for Blocking 9/11 Victim Bill
· Rolling Stone · 9h ago · "This is about what kind of society we want to have," said the former Daily Show host. "At some point we have to stand up for the people who have always stood up for us"
'An abomination': Jon Stewart blasts Rand Paul for blocking 9/11 victims bill
· NBC News · 11h ago · "Pardon me if I’m not impressed in any way by Rand Paul’s fiscal responsibility virtue signaling," Stewart said.
Jon Stewart Blasts Sen. Rand Paul For Blocking 9/11 Victims Compensation Funding
· Deadline Hollywood · Jul 17, 2019
Trump falsely claims he tried to stop ‘Send her back!’ chants about Rep. Ilhan Omar
Washington Post · 5h ago · Trump was the first to say Omar should go back to her country. At the rally, he waited 13 seconds for the chants to die down. Then he kept talking about Omar.
Democrat Ilhan Omar says Donald Trump is a 'fascist' – video
· The Guardian · 5h ago · Representative Ilhan Omar has responded to Donald Trump's criticism of her as well as the chanting of 'send her back', which was heard at a Trump rally in North Carolina.
Trump says he wasn't happy with 'send her back' rally chant targeting Ilhan Omar
· CNBC · 7h ago · Video of the event does not show the president disagreeing with his supporters. Instead, it shows that Trump paused as the chant began, allowing his supporters to continue before he launched into further criticism of the Minnesota Democrat.
'Send her back’: Trump supporters taunt Ilhan Omar
· Politico · 22h ago
Trump says he 'disagrees' with racist chant against Ilhan Omar – video
The Guardian · 6h ago · Donald Trump has attempted to distance himself from the racist chanting that broke out at his rally in North Carolina on Wednesday. After the president mentioned Democrat Ilhan Omar, the crowd began chanting: 'Send her back'.
‘Send Her Back’ Is Trump’s Most Honest Campaign Slogan
· Rolling Stone · 8h ago · It's what "Make America Great Again" was always really about
President Trump slams the 'squad' Congresswomen, calls them out by name at rally
· USA Today · 23h ago · At his North Carolina rally, President Donald Trump highlighted past statements the "Squad" have made criticizing his administration's policies.
What newly-released Michael Cohen hush money documents reveal
MSNBC · 9h ago · The unredacted search warrants tied to hush money payments by President Trump's former fixer Michael Cohen to porn star Stormy Daniels were posted online Thursday. NBC News' Tom Winter reports.
Documents on Trump ex-lawyer's porn star hush payment to be released
· Reuters · 14h ago · Documents regarding hush-money payments by Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Michael Cohen to a porn star and a Playboy model who said they had sexual encounters with the president are set to be made public on Thursday, offering a window into a
'Despicable': Democrats condemn Trump over rally's Ilhan Omar chant
The Guardian · 10h ago · Bernie Sanders, Kamala Harris and Elizabeth Warren denounced the president after rally erupted into chants of ‘send her back’Follow the latest in US politics – liveDemocrats rushed to condemn Donald Trump after his supporters erupted into chant
Ilhan Omar, Kamala Harris Respond To “Send Her Back” Chants At Trump Rally
· Deadline Hollywood · 20h ago · The chants of “send her back” at President Donald Trump’s Greenville, North Carolina rally tonight have already drawn responses from various politicians, including the target of the chants, Minnesota Rep.
House Democrats don’t seem close to impeaching Trump
Washington Post · 10h ago · House Democrats got as close as they've ever been to impeachment on Wednesday, and it wasn't close at all.
What the impeachment vote in the House...
· MSNBC · 11h ago · Despite what Donald Trump suggested, this was an impeachment vote in the House, but it wasn't the impeachment vote.
The House kills articles of impeachment against Trump 332 to 95
· USA Today · Jul 17, 2019 · The vote forced Democrats to take on impeachment and go on the record on whether they support taking it up in the House.
House to vote on whether to consider articles of impeachment for Trump
· Politico · Jul 17, 2019
Outrage, expressions of support for Rep. Ilhan Omar after 'send her back' chant at Trump rally
USA Today · 10h ago · Republicans and Democrats denounced chants of "send her back" at Trump's Wednesday rally in North Carolina.
Trump slams 'The Squad'; Outrage over supporters' 'Send her back!' chants
· Fox News · 15h ago
U.S. to Send Troops to Saudi Arabia Over Iran Crisis, CNN Says
Bloomberg · 14h ago
U.S. to Send About 500 More Troops to Saudi Arabia
· New York Times · 20h ago · The roughly 500 troops are part of a broader tranche of forces sent to the region in recent months after tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalated.
On Politics: House Kills Impeachment Resolution
New York Times · 18h ago · The House will not impeach President Trump for statements the chamber condemned this week as racist.
Watch Trump call House impeachment resolution 'ridiculous'
· Politico · 23h ago
House votes to table Trump impeachment
· MSNBC · Jul 17, 2019 · The House voted on Wednesday to table a resolution from Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, to impeach President Donald Trump over racist comments he made about four Democratic congresswomen of color, effectively killing the measure.
Sen. Isakson hospitalized after fall
Politico · 21h ago
Sen. Johnny Isakson of Georgia hospitalized with fractured ribs after a fall at his Washington apartment
· Washington Post · 22h ago · The 74-year-old is in pain but expects to make a full recovery, according to a spokeswoman.
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Beachgoers come together to help stranded whales
BBC · 1h ago · On St Simons Island, Georgia in the US, people rushed to push the pod back to sea.
Georgia Beachgoers Help Save Pod of Stranded Pilot Whales
· Smithsonian · 6h ago · All but three of the animals that swam too close to shore made it back to the sea alive
Rescuers rush to save dozens of beached whales in Georgia
· CBS News · Jul 17, 2019 · Humans don't always do what's best for whales. But on St. Simons Island, Georgia, people rushed to action to try and save 50 beached whales. Mark Strassmann explains.
Donald Trump, Heat Wave, ‘Sesame Street’: Your Thursday Evening Briefing
New York Times · 1h ago · Here’s what you need to know at the end of the day.
Trump shows 'David Duke racism' in his attacks
· MSNBC · Jul 16, 2019 · Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib and Ayanna S. Pressley responded on Monday to attacks from the president, who said the four representatives of color hated America. The panel continues its discussion.
Democratic congresswomen: Don't take Trump's Bait
· USA Today · Jul 15, 2019 · The message from the four Democratic congresswomen of color targeted by President Donald Trump's tweets: "Do not take the bait." (July 15)
13 Philadelphia cops to be fired over racist Facebook posts
CBS News · 2h ago · More than 50 other officers are also being reprimanded or suspended
13 Philadelphia officers to be fired over racist, offensive Facebook posts
· NBC News · 4h ago · The 13 are among 72 officers in the city placed on administrative duty after an online database shared more than 5,000 Facebook posts and comments from officers around the country.
Philadelphia moves to fire 13 officers over Facebook posts
· ABC News · 6h ago · The Philadelphia Police Department is suspending 13 officers with an intent to fire them following an investigation into offensive Facebook posts
Jeffrey Epstein denied bail, must remain behind bars until sex trafficking trial
NBC News · 2h ago · Citing his “great wealth and vast resources,” a federal judge ruled Epstein must stay in jail before trial. Epstein, who pled not guilty to sex trafficking charges, could be sentenced up to 45 years in prison if convicted.
Mansion or jail for Jeffrey Epstein? Judge makes decision on bail today
· USA Today · 10h ago · A federal judge will announce Thursday whetherJeffrey Epstein will await trial on sex trafficking charges in his Manhattan manse or a jail cell.
Judge to decide whether Jeffrey Epstein will remain behind bars on sex trafficking charges
· Reuters · 14h ago · A U.S. judge is expected to decide on Thursday whether American financier Jeffrey Epstein will remain jailed while he awaits trial on charges of sex trafficking dozens of underage girls or be released to his Manhattan mansion under house arrest.
U.S. destroys Iranian drone over Strait of Hormuz
CBS News · 3h ago · President Trump announced the "defensive action" in the East Room Thursday
Trump says U.S. warship destroyed Iranian drone
· Politico · 4h ago
Trump: US warship destroyed Iranian drone in Strait of Hormuz
· Fox News · 4h ago · President Donald Trump says a U.S. warship destroyed an Iranian drone in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions between the two countries.
Trump distances himself from 'send her back' chants
Reuters · 6h ago · Facing a backlash, U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday distanced himself from supporters' chants of "send her back" after he criticized Somali-born Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar at a rally in North Carolina.
'Disgusted.' How Republicans are reacting to 'send her back' chants at Donald Trump's rally
· USA Today · 8h ago · A growing number of Republicans distanced themselves Thursday from Donald Trump supporters who broke into a chant of “send her back” in North Carolina.
President Trump distances himself from 'send her back' chants he inspired
· NBC News · 2h ago · President Trump on Thursday attempted to distance himself from a boisterous "send her back" chant aimed at Rep. Ilhan Omar, that occurred at his campaign rally Wednesday night. “I was not happy when I heard that chant,” he said.
Trump distances himself from 'send her back' chant: 'I disagree with it'
· Fox News · 6h ago
Baystate Business: Moon Landing Anniversary (Radio)
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Business Highlights
· ABC News · 3h ago · Business Highlights
Ex-University of Illinois doctoral student gets life in prison in slaying of visiting Chinese scholar
Fox News · 2h ago · After a federal jury said Thursday that its members had failed to agree on the death penalty, a former University of Illinois doctoral student drew a lifetime prison sentencefor the rape and murder of a 26-year-old scholar from China he abducted from a bus stop near campus in 2017.
Illinois man convicted of killing scholar from China to serve life sentence after jurors can't agree on death penalty
· ABC News · 4h ago · Illinois man convicted of killing scholar from China to serve life sentence after jurors can't agree on death penalty
Illinois jury to decide death or life in prison for man convicted of beheading Chinese student
· Reuters · 19h ago · An Illinois jury of five women and seven men will continue deliberations on Thursday to decide if a man convicted of abducting and beheading a Chinese scholar will face a death sentence or spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Illinois gas station worker fired after telling Latino customers 'ICE will come'
NBC News · 3h ago · The gas station's parent company said, "We don't treat customers that way." Police are investigating.
A gas station clerk told Latino shoppers 'ICE will come' to get them. He lost his job
· USA Today · 4h ago · A video shows a Mobil gas station clerk in Naperville, Illinois, questioning the citizenship of Latino customers, warning them that "ICE will come."
Clerk fired after confrontation with Hispanic customers
· ABC News · 4h ago · A suburban Chicago gas station clerk has been fired after a video posted on social media appeared to show him telling Hispanic customers to "go back to their country"
Jeffrey Epstein denied bail in sex trafficking case
BBC · 5h ago · The US financier is charged with running a "vast network" of underage girls for sex. He denies this.
Jeffrey Epstein denied bail by federal judge
· CBS News · 8h ago · Bail denied for jailed financier on sex trafficking charges after prosecutors argued the jet-setting defendant is a danger to the public and might flee the country
Epstein denied bail in sex trafficking case
· ABC News · 9h ago · A federal judge has denied bail for jailed financier Jeffrey Epstein on sex trafficking charges involving underage girls
Rapper YG's home searched after police-involved shooting
CBS News · 5h ago · Several people were detained Thursday at the Hollywood Hills home but none has been arrested
Rapper YG's home searched after deputy-involved shooting
· ABC News · 6h ago · Authorities say they searched the Los Angeles home of rapper YG in connection with a deputy-involved shooting in Compton earlier this month
Father charged with murder for driving sons with autism off L.A. pier
NBC News · 5h ago · Prosecutors said the father purchased accidental death insurance policies on his sons and domestic partner, then drove them off a pier.
California man charged with murder in drowning deaths of his 2 autistic sons, prosecutors say
· Fox News · 23h ago · A Californiamanhas been charged with murder for allegedly driving his family, including his two autistic sons, off a Los Angeles pierafter buying$6 million insurance policies in case of accidental deaths, prosecutors said Wednesday.
Prosecutors say father intentionally drove boys off pier
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Los Angeles prosecutors have charged a father with murder after prosecutors say he drove his family off a pier in 2015, killing his two autistic sons
Gendered words ban: US city's code replaces ‘manpower’ with ‘human effort’
BBC · 5h ago · Berkeley's municipal code will swap gendered words such as “manpower” with neutral terms.
California city will remove gender terms, including ‘manhole’ and ‘manmade,’ from municipal code
· Fox News · 7h ago · The city of Berkeley is banning gender-specific words in its municipal code, including manhole and man-made.
Fort Lauderdale braces for long run without water after main break
USA Today · 5h ago · Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas were bracing to lose running water Thursday after a construction crew damaged a major water main.
Fort Lauderdale water main break threatens to leave more than 100,000 dry
· Fox News · 6h ago · The 42-in broken pipe is the only connection between Fort Lauderdale's well fields and and its water treatment plant.
NASA chief on America's next moon mission, future of space exploration
CBS News · 5h ago · NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine told a senate panel Wednesday that freezing the agency's funds would be "devastating" to plans for future space exploration.
What’s NASA’s plan for the next moon mission?
· MSNBC · 7h ago · As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing, NASA is making plans for the next moon mission. NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine joins Ayman Mohyeldin to discuss the agency’s plans.
Trump Says He's Not Happy With 'Send Her Back' Chant at Rallies
Bloomberg · 6h ago
Trump disavows 'send her back' chant from his rally
· Politico · 7h ago
Officials blast 'Baby Shark' to keep homeless out of Florida park
USA Today · 6h ago · A park in Florida is playing baby shark on continuous loop in order to try to keep the homeless out.
A Playlist to Deter the Homeless: ‘Baby Shark’ and ‘Raining Tacos’
· New York Times · 15h ago · The city of West Palm Beach, Fla., is blaring two maddeningly catchy children’s songs on a loop each night to prevent people from sleeping in a city park.
A city in Florida is blasting 'Baby Shark' overnight to keep homeless people from sleeping in parks
· Business Insider · Jul 17, 2019 · ShutterstockWest Palm Beach, Florida, is playing children's songs, including "Baby Shark" and "Raining Tacos," at Waterfront Lake Pavilion overnight to keep homeless people from sleeping outside of it.City spokeswoman Kathleen Walter told CNN th
West Palm Beach uses 'Baby Shark' to keep homeless away from banquet hall
· Fox News · Jul 17, 2019
Women are now seen as equally intelligent as men, study finds
USA Today · 6h ago · Women are now seen as equally intelligent to men, but still more sensitive and less ambitious, according to new research on gender stereotypes.
Women now seen as equally as or more competent than men
· Science Daily · 9h ago · Women have come a long way in the United States over the last 70 years, to the point where they are now seen as being as competent as men, if not more so, according to new research.
Ricky Martin rallies behind Puerto Rico protests to oust governor
BBC · 7h ago · Governor Ricardo Roselló is urged to quit after leaked sexist, profane and homophobic text messages.
Bad Bunny, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ricky Martin address the Puerto Rico chat messages controversy
· CNN · Jul 17, 2019 · Reggaeton artist Bad Bunny reportedly is leaving his European tour to join protests against the governor in his native Puerto Rico.
Lin-Manuel Miranda joins rally against Puerto Rico governor
· ABC News · 20h ago · "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda has joined protests in New York demanding the resignation of Puerto Rico's governor
Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin, Lin-Manuel Miranda want Puerto Rican governor out
· Los Angeles Times · Jul 17, 2019
Alabama police officer shot, suspect dead after armed robbery turns into shootout in downtown Birmingham
Fox News · 8h ago · An Alabama police officer was shot and wounded and a suspect was killed after an armed robbery at a local convenience store turned into a deadly shootout Wednesday night.
Birmingham officer shot, suspect killed in downtown shootout
· ABC News · 21h ago · Authorities say a robbery suspect shot a police officer multiple times, prompting authorities to kill the suspect
1-month-old baby, 2 other young children and mother killed, man arrested
NBC News · 9h ago · They were stabbed to death.
Mother, 3 young children found fatally stabbed inside Georgia apartment, police say
· Fox News · 21h ago · A 29-year-old mother and three young children were found fatally stabbed Wednesday night inside an apartment in Columbus, Ga., according to a report.
A Manson "murder" house in Los Angeles is for sale
CBS News · 9h ago · Notorious property in the city's Los Feliz district is for sale for the first time in over 20 years
LA site of Manson murders on market for nearly $2 million
· NBC News · 16h ago · A couple was killed in the Los Feliz home the night after actress Sharon Tate and four others were murdered by Charles Manson followers.
House where Manson followers murdered 2 is on the market
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Los Angeles house where followers of Charles Manson committed notorious murders in 1969 is for sale
U.S. amphibious group patrols Arabian Sea as Iran tensions simmer
NBC News · 10h ago · Video shows the state of military readiness on board the USS Boxer, flagship of the Amphibious Ready Group.
U.S. amphibious group patrols Arabian Sea as Iran tensions simmer
· Reuters · 11h ago · At a thumbs-up sign from a sailor, a U.S. Harrier fighter jet takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer in the Arabian Sea as an oil tanker passes, a nautical mile away.
Man who threatened to bomb Harvard ceremony for black students gets prison
USA Today · 10h ago · Man authorities say threatened to bomb Harvard University and shoot people who attended black commencement has been sentenced to prison.
Man gets prison for threats made to Harvard black event
· ABC News · 11h ago · An Arizona man authorities say threatened to bomb Harvard University and shoot people who attended black commencement has been sentenced to more than a year in prison
Man who threatened to bomb Harvard ceremony for black students faces sentencing
· Reuters · Jul 17, 2019 · An Arizona man faces sentencing on Wednesday after admitting he made online threats to bomb Harvard University and shoot students at its first commencement ceremony for African-Americans, saying he wanted to "end their pro-black agenda."
Los Angeles police officer charged with multiple rapes after DNA links him to cold case
USA Today · 11h ago · A LAPD officer is facing life in prison after an investigation into an accusation of rape led to the discovery of another victim.
LAPD officer linked to two separate rape cases by DNA 'cold match': police
· Fox News · 19h ago · A longtime officer with the Los Angeles Police Department was arrested this week after an investigation linked his DNA to two separate rape cases in 2015 and 2018, prosecutors said Wednesday.
Los Angeles police officer charged with multiple rapes after DNA hit
· NBC News · Jul 17, 2019 · The 10-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department could face life in prison after his DNA matched evidence in a 2015 cold case, authorities said.
Puerto Ricans protest to demand Gov. Ricardo Rosselló resign
USA Today · 11h ago · Thosands of people marched to the governor's residence in San Juan, Puerto Rico on July 17, 2019 chanting demands for Gov. Ricardo Rosselló to resign.
Fed-up Puerto Ricans march demanding governor resign
· Washington Post · 22h ago · Thousands of people in Puerto Rico have marched to the governor’s residence in San Juan, carrying the U.S. territory’s flag and chanting demands for Gov. Ricardo Rosselló to resign
Growing protests in Puerto Rico call for governor’s resignation
· NBC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Thousands took to the streets of San Juan today to call for Governor Ricardo Rosselló’s resignation. The scandal erupted after nearly 900 pages from a private group chat containing vulgar and homophobic comments were leaked.
What you should know before using popular Russian-owned aging app
CBS News · 12h ago · There are new privacy concerns surrounding a popular app that makes users look older. FaceApp has more than 80 million active users but tech experts warn you may give up your privacy when you upload photos to the Russian-owned app.
The app everyone is using to make them look old now warns you it's uploading your picture
· CNBC · 12h ago · FaceApp, the viral app that makes you look old and has been at the center of privacy concerns, now warns you it uploads your picture.
Puerto Rico demonstrations turn violent as new details of alleged corruption emerge
CBS News · 12h ago · Violent protests rocked Puerto Rico Wednesday night as new details emerged of the corruption scandal surrounding the governor. Thousands of demonstrators demanding the resignation of Governor Ricardo Rossello clashed with police.
Growing calls for governor of Puerto Rico to resign
· MSNBC · 23h ago · Thousands of Puerto Ricans marched in the streets on Wednesday, demanding the resignation of scandal-plagued Governor Ricardo Rosselló.
Dodgers' Enrique Hernandez calls for Puerto Rico governor to resign
· Los Angeles Times · Jul 17, 2019 · Enrique Hernandez added his voice to the many demanding the resignation of Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Roselló, and expressed support of mass protests taking place in Puerto Rico on Wednesday evening.
Judge who spared teen rape suspect due to "good family" terminated
CBS News · 13h ago · New Jersey's Supreme Court takes action against two judges who have faced criticism over their comments in cases involving sexual assault
Judge who spared rape suspect because he was from 'good family' steps down
· NBC News · 23h ago · New Jersey's Supreme Court terminated the assignment of Judge James Troiano, who spared a teen rape suspect from adult court due to "good family," "excellent school."
Court acts against NJ judge in sex assault case: report
· Fox News · Jul 17, 2019 · New Jersey’s high court took action Wednesday when it terminated the temporary assignment of a judge who declined to order a 16-year-old rape suspect tried in adult court because the boy came “from a good family,” according to The New York Times.
A Televangelist’s Church in California Gets a New Life as a Catholic Cathedral
New York Times · 15h ago · Orange County’s Crystal Cathedral, now renamed Christ Cathedral, was dedicated as a Catholic church on Wednesday.
Famed Crystal Cathedral reopens as Roman Catholic church after $72M renovation
· Fox News · 20h ago · After a two-year, $72.3 million renovation, the famous Crystal Cathedral in Southern California reportedly reopened its doors Wednesday as a Roman Catholic church -- now called Christ Cathedral.
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The Racist History of Tipping
· Politico · Jul 17, 2019
"CBS Evening News" headlines for Wednesday, July 10, 2019
· CBS News · Jul 10, 2019 · Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News."
Siblings who claimed income taxes 'against God's will' ordered to pay $1.4 million
Fox News · 16h ago · Two Australian siblings who refused to pay income taxes for eight years because it went “against God’s will” were reportedly ordered to give $1.4 million to Australia’s tax office this week.
Christian family fined after arguing taxes 'against God's will'
· BBC · 20h ago · The Beerepoot siblings in Tasmania are ordered to pay more than A$2m for failing to pay income tax.
6-year-old girl killed in freak golf course accident
Fox News · 20h ago · A 6-year-old Utah girl was tragically killed when an errant golf ball hit by her dad struck her in the back of the neck, according to a report.
6-year-old killed by golf ball hit by her dad
· CNN · 22h ago · A six-year-old girl died Monday after she was hit in the head by a golf ball that her father hit, authorities said.
Family mourns 6-year-old girl killed by father's golf shot
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Authorities say a 6-year-old Utah girl has died after her father accidentally hit her with a golf ball
Business
Boeing will take a $4.9-billion charge on 737 Max fallout
Los Angeles Times · 3h ago · Boeing Co. plans to record a $4.9-billion accounting charge related to its beleaguered 737 Max jetliner when the company reports quarterly earnings next week.
Boeing Expects a $5.6 Billion Hit for 737 Max Disruptions
· New York Times · 3h ago · That is the company’s estimate of how much it will have to compensate airlines for the grounding of the jets after two crashes.
Boeing takes $4.9 billion charge related to 737 MAX
· Reuters · 4h ago · Boeing said on Thursday it would take an after-tax charge of $4.9 billion in the second quarter related to estimated disruptions from the grounding of its 737 MAX after two deadly crashes.
Boeing to take $4.9bn charge for 737 Max
· Financial Times · 4h ago
Why Facebook immortalized an illegal crosswalk at its headquarters
USA Today · 3h ago · How an illegal crosswalk from 2007 sums up the ambitious identity of Facebook in it's infancy.
Why Facebook immortalized an illegal crosswalk
· CNBC · 7h ago · Hacker Square at Facebook's headquarters pays homage to the company's early motto of moving fast and breaking things.
Boeing to take a $4.9 billion charge over grounded jet
ABC News · 3h ago · Boeing will take a $4.9 billion charge to cover compensation to airlines over the grounded 737 Max jet
Boeing Sees $4.9 Billion Charge as 737 Max Fallout Worsens
· Bloomberg · 3h ago
Have Southwest tickets for travel this fall? Check your reservation for new 737 Max cancellations
· USA Today · 10h ago · Southwest Airlines on Thursday removed the grounded plane from its schedule through Nov. 2, a month later than previously planned.
Microsoft tops earnings forecasts on cloud growth
Financial Times · 3h ago
Microsoft beats on earnings, stock ticks up
· CNBC · 5h ago · Microsoft beat on top and bottom lines but Azure growth slowed.
Macy's Still Getting Bulk of Business From Brick and Mortar Stores, CEO Says
Bloomberg · 4h ago
SAP CEO Touts Growth in Cloud Business
· Wall Street Journal · 19h ago
Anheuser-Busch InBev contemplating asset sales after Asia IPO is called off: report
Fox Business · 4h ago · Anheuser-Busch InBev is reportedly considering selling its business units in Australia, Central America and South Korea after it called off its initial public offering of its Asian businesses.
AB InBev stock up on report it may sell assets after scrapping Asia IPO plan
· CNBC · 7h ago · Anheuser-Busch InBev is considering selling off business units in South Korea, Australia and Central America, The Wall Street Journal reported. The brewer recently called off an IPO of its Asian business.
Verizon's First 5G Hotspot Will Cost You $650—and You Better Watch Your Data
Gizmodo · 4h ago · While 5G is still very new, we’ve already seen a handful of 5G-ready phones like the Galaxy S10 5G, LG V50 5G, and the Moto Z4 (with a 5G mod of course).
Verizon Launches 5G Network in St. Paul
· Bloomberg · 10h ago
Verizon launches its first 5G hotspot for $650
· The Verge · 11h ago
Online gambling now available around the clock in Pennsylvania
USA Today · 5h ago · Pennsylvania's aggressive expansion of gambling has resulted in the second highest commercial casino revenue of any state, trailing only Nevada.
Pennsylvania casinos rolling out online gambling
· ABC News · 10h ago · Online casino-style gambling is now available around the clock in Pennsylvania through three casinos that passed this week's tests held by state regulators
Are cellphones a flight danger? They are on these Boeing jets, FAA says
Los Angeles Times · 6h ago · Electronic equipment in more than 1,300 jets registered in the U.S. were vulnerable to interference from mobile phones and other outside frequencies, the FAA says.
Cellphones a Danger on These Boeing Jets
· Bloomberg · 7h ago
House passes bill to hike the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour
USA Today · 6h ago · The Democratic-held House of Representatives passed the plan with a vote of 231-199.
House passes bill to raise minimum wage to $15 an hour
· Fox News · 7h ago · The House of Representatives approved the Raise the Wage ActThursday, whichwould boostthe federal minimum wage for the first time in a decade.
House passes bill to hike the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour
· CNBC · 8h ago · Nancy Pelosi and House Democrats contend the $15 per hour minimum wage bill will lift workers who have not seen the benefits of a strong economy.
Corvette courts Ferrari fans with a new mid-engine design change
Los Angeles Times · 6h ago · General Motors will unveil the first-ever Corvette with the engine built into the middle of the car, just behind the two seats.
Corvette Courts Ferrari Fans With a Mid-Engine Sports Car
· Bloomberg · 15h ago
Life after liquidation: Toys R Us stores will be back for the holidays
NBC News · 9h ago · The company hopes to open 10 stores around the U.S. in 2020, possibly including a larger flagship in New York or California.
Toys R Us is rising from the ashes. Get ready to shop this holiday season
· USA Today · 10h ago · Toys R Us stores will open to shoppers once again this holiday season.
Toys R Us makes a small comeback with 2 stores
· ABC News · 11h ago · Toys R Us to make a small comeback with 2 stores by holiday shopping season
Uncertainty Over Trade, Mixed Earnings Dampens Market Sentiment
Forbes · 10h ago · Market sentiment has taken a hit from uncertainty over earnings, continuing U.S.-China trade dispute.
Markets Struggle to Factor Trade Uncertainty Into Earnings
· Bloomberg · 10h ago
Toys R Us turns to tech to revive defunct chain
Financial Times · 11h ago · Brand owner Tru Kids to sell products through immersive ‘retail as a service’ model
Toys ‘R’ Us taps tech startup b8ta to bring its stores into the future
· TechCrunch · 11h ago · b8ta, the retail as a service startup that has partnered with the likes of Google and Macy’s, is getting into the kids’ toys space. As part of a new joint venture with Tru Kids Brands, which owns Toys “R” Us, b8ta will bring its expertise in
South Africa Cuts KeyRate for First Time in Over a Year
Bloomberg · 11h ago
Bank of Korea cuts base rate for first time since 2016
· Financial Times · 23h ago
UnitedHealth boosts 2019 profit view on strength in insurance, pharmacy benefits
Fox Business · 14h ago · UnitedHealth Group's 2Q results topped estimates on both the top and bottom lines.
UnitedHealth boosts 2019 profit outlook on strength in insurance, pharmacy benefits
· CNBC · 14h ago · UnitedHealth added more members to its health plans and revenue climbed in its Optum unit, which includes its pharmacy benefit management business.
South Korea's central bank lowers rate amid Japan trade row
ABC News · 21h ago · South Korea's central bank has cut its policy rate for the first time in three years to combat a faltering economy that faces further risks from a heated trade dispute with Japan
South Korea’s central bank lowers rate amid Japan trade row
· Washington Post · 22h ago
Crude futures fall after strong build in US stockpiles of products
CNBC · 23h ago · Oil prices fell on Thursday, extending declines into a fourth day, after official data showed U.S. stockpiles of products like gasoline rose sharply last week, suggesting weak demand during the peak driving season.
Crude futures fall after strong build in U.S. oil products stocks
· Reuters · 23h ago
Technology
The 5 best Prime Day deals you can still get
USA Today · 8h ago · Prime Day may be over, but a few products like Instant Pots and Sony headphones are still on sale.
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day 2019 deals that you can still get
· The Verge · Jul 17, 2019
The FaceApp Privacy Panic, a Mysterious Satellite Outage, and More News
· Wired · 1h ago · Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less.
CrowdStrike impresses with first earnings report
TechCrunch · 2h ago · CrowdStrike sees revenue growth of more than 100% year-over-year in first earnings report.
CrowdStrike stock jumps after first quarterly report since its IPO
· Business Journals · 3h ago · Shares of CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. surged in after-hours trading Thursday when it offered a much better-than-expected outlook for the current quarter and rest of the year.
CrowdStrike stock jumps after beating expectations in its first earnings report
· CNBC · 4h ago · CrowdStrike reports first earnings report since IPO.
Brussels hits US chipmaker Qualcomm with €242m fine
Financial Times · 13h ago · EU says chipmaker dumped products at below cost to block competition
Qualcomm fined $272M in latest EU antitrust fine
· The Verge · 14h ago
Amazon faces EU antitrust probe over its third-party marketplace
· CNET · Jul 17, 2019 · The EU will investigate whether Amazon breached competition rules with its use of data from independent retailers.
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Azure revenue continues to slow down for Microsoft
TechCrunch · 3h ago · Microsoft reported in its FY19, Q4 earnings report today that Azure, the company’s infrastructure as a service (IaaS) offering, grew at 64%. It may feel like a large number, but was part of a downward trend Microsoft has been experiencing throughout the entire fiscal 2019 earnings cycle.
Microsoft reports $33.7 billion in Q4 2019 revenue: Azure up 64%, Surface up 14%, and LinkedIn up 25%
· Venture Beat · 4h ago · Microsoft today reported fiscal Q4 2019 earnings, including revenue of $33.7 billion, net income of $13.2 billion, and earnings per share of $1.71.
Hundreds of Astronomers Denounce Arrest of Native Hawaiians Protesting Thirty Meter Telescope
Gizmodo · 5h ago · All week, opponents to the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) have been putting their bodies on the line to prevent construction from starting on top of Hawaii’s Mauna Kea.
Mauna Kea: Hawaii protesters delay giant telescope construction
· BBC · 8h ago · Officials vow to proceed with the Thirty Meter Telescope despite protests by native Hawaiian elders.
Protesters arrested at Hawaii's Mauna Kea for blocking construction of the Thirty-Meter Telescope
· CNN · 20h ago · Hawaii's governor has issued an emergency proclamation as protests continue over the construction of a major new telescope.
Senator Finally Demands FBI Probe of Faceboo… Er, FaceApp?
Gizmodo · 8h ago · Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has officially joined the chorus of people concerned about what FaceApp is really up to. Read more...
"Old" FaceApp photos raise security concerns about the Russia-based viral app
· USA Today · 3h ago · Viral app FaceApp is made in Russia, raising concerns about security from the DNC, and calls for investigation by Chuck Schumer.
Schumer calls for investigation into FaceApp over security concerns and Russia ties
· Washington Post · 12h ago · Citing privacy risks, the Senate minority leader called on the FBI and Federal Trade Commission to probe the viral photo-editing app.
Slack is resetting thousands of passwords after 2015 hack
CNN · 4h ago · Slack has reset the passwords of thousands of accounts after receiving new information about a hack that took place in March 2015.
Slack resets thousands of user passwords four years after hack
· The Verge · 10h ago
Slack resets user passwords after 2015 data breach
· TechCrunch · 11h ago · Slack will reset the passwords of users it believes are affected by a historical data breach that affected the company more than four years ago. In 2015, the company said it was hit by hackers who gained access to its user profile database, including their scrambled passwords.
New trailer for IT Chapter Two ratchets up the horror
Ars Technica · 6h ago · Pennywise gets nostalgic: "For 27 years I dreamt of you. I craved you. I missed you."
The new trailer for It: Chapter Two gets intense fast
· The Verge · 7h ago
DOJ: T-Mobile parent must make up its mind in a week, or Sprint merger is dead
Business Journals · 8h ago · In the deal-or-no-deal merger saga between Sprint Corp., T-Mobile US Inc. and Dish Network Corp., it seems the U.S. Department of Justice has issued an ultimatum: Come to an agreement next week, or the DOJ will join 14 attorneys general to block the
Justice Department may sue to block Sprint, T-Mobile merger: CNBC
· Reuters · 9h ago · The U.S. Justice Department would sue to block the merger of T-Mobile US Inc and Sprint Corp if the parties do not settle next week, CNBC reported on Thursday, citing sources.
VComply raises $2.5 million seed round led by Accel to simplify risk and compliance management
TechCrunch · 11h ago · Risk and compliance management platform VComply announced today that it has picked up a $2.5 million seed round led by Accel Partners for its international growth plan.
Industrial 3D printing startup Fortify raises $10 million
· Venture Beat · 12h ago · Fortify, a Boston-based industrial 3D printing startup,has raised $10 million in a series A round of funding led by Accel.
ISRO’s Chandrayaan-2 Moon lander mission launch reset for July 22
TechCrunch · 11h ago · The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) was all set to launch its Chandrayaan-2 mission to deliver a rover to the Moon’s South Pole last week, but a “technical snag” observed during the last hour of launch prep put a hold on those plans.
Chandrayaan-2: India announces new date for Moon mission
· BBC · 18h ago · The launch will take place on 22 July - a week after it was called off due to a technical snag.
India to launch second lunar mission on July 22 after delay
· Reuters · 18h ago · India's space agency said on Thursday it would launch the country's second lunar mission on July 22, after the original launch was called off due to a 'technical snag' earlier this week.
State-sponsored cybercriminals attacked 10,000 Microsoft customers in 2018
The Next Web · 14h ago · Microsoft said on Wednesday that it had notified almost 10,000 customers in the past year that they’d been the target of state-sponsored attacks. The Windows maker said the attacks originated from countries like Iran, North Korea, and Russia.
Microsoft has warned 10,000 people that nation-state hackers are targeting them
· The Verge · 16h ago
Microsoft has warned 10,000 victims of state-sponsored hacking
· TechCrunch · Jul 17, 2019 · Microsoft said it has notified close to 10,000 people in the past year that they have been targeted by state-sponsored hackers. The tech giant said Wednesday that the victims were either targeted or compromised by hackers working for a foreign government.
Vodafone Wins Conditional EU Approval for Liberty Global Bid
Bloomberg · 15h ago
Vodafone wins EU approval for Liberty Global deal
· Reuters · 15h ago · Vodafone secured on Thursday antitrust approval from the European Union for its $22 billion bid to buy Liberty Global's cable networks in Germany and central Europe after offering concessions in May.
EU clears Vodafone's $22 billion deal to expand in Europe
· ABC News · 15h ago · The European Union has cleared telecom operator Vodafone's acquisition of Liberty Global's operations in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Romania but has imposed some conditions
Online bank N26 extends latest funding round in expansion push
Reuters · 20h ago · Berlin-based N26 said on Thursday it raised an additional $170 million in its latest funding round, driving up its valuation to $3.5 billion, as the online bank looks to speed up expansion to markets outside Europe including the U.S.
Banking startup N26 raises another $170 million at $3.5 billion valuation
· TechCrunch · 20h ago · Fintech startup N26 is raising $170 million a few months after raising $300 million. While it’s technically structured as a new round, the company considers today’s new funding as an extension of the Series D round.
N26, the online bank backed by Peter Thiel, is now worth $3.5 billion
· CNBC · 20h ago · Germany online bank N26 said it raised a huge $170 million in additional funding, valuing the six-year-old fintech start-up at $3.5 billion.
Entertainment
The internet bares its claws for new 'Cats' trailer
Los Angeles Times · 2h ago · The response was fast, furious and hilarious to the polarizing first trailer for the star-studded adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's beloved musical.
The ‘Cats’ Trailer Just Landed. What Were They Thinking?
· New York Times · 2h ago · We finally get to see Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, James Corden and the newcomer Francesca Hayward all furred up. We have five months to get used to it.
Watch Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, Jason DeRulo in Behind-the-Scenes Look at ‘Cats’
· Rolling Stone · Jul 17, 2019 · Preview of star-studded film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical shows rehearsal footage, set
Crew Member On DC Universe’s ‘Titans’ Killed In Accident At Special Effects Facility
Deadline Hollywood · 2h ago · Production has been shut down on the set of the DC Universe series Titans after a crew member was killed in an accident at a special effects facility. Warren Appleby, the show’s special effects coordinator, was killed Thursday “after an accident
‘Titans’ Crew Member Dies After Stunt Goes Wrong at Special Effects Facility
· Variety · 2h ago · A crew member of DC Universe show “Titans” died following an incident during rehearsal at a special effects facility in Toronto on Thursday. The stunt, which involved a car, went awry when a piece of the car broke off unexpectedly and struck a special effects coordinator.
Watch Taylor Swift and Idris Elba prance as weird felines in 'Cats'
Los Angeles Times · 2h ago · Taylor Swift, James Corden and Idris Elba star in first trailer for "Cats," released Thursday.
‘Cats’ Trailer Drops: Watch Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson in Movie Musical
· Variety · 3h ago · Universal has released the first trailer for its film adaptation of the Broadway play, “Cats,” starring Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson and James Corden.
Bradley Whitford and Amy Landecker are hitched
ABC News · 2h ago · With a nod to "The Handmaid's Tale," Amy Landecker and Bradley Whitford announce on Instagram they're married
Bradley Whitford and Amy Landecker are hitched
· Washington Post · 3h ago · With a nod to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” Amy Landecker and Bradley Whitford announce on Instagram they’re married
Trailer for 'Top Gun' sequel has landed — take a look
NBC News · 3h ago · The first trailer for the "Top Gun" sequel "Top Gun: Maverick," starring Tom Cruise, premiered on Thursday.
Comic-Con 2019: Tom Cruise brings 'Top Gun: Maverick' trailer to Hall H
· Los Angeles Times · 3h ago · When you think of high-flying heroic deeds, "Top Gun," Tom Cruise and, of course, Conan O'Brien are the first things that come to mind.
‘Top Gun: Maverick’: Tom Cruise Soars in First Official Trailer
· Rolling Stone · 3h ago · Trailer premiered during surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con
Comic-Con: Yes, the R-rated 'Terminator: Dark Fate' will include Edward Furlong and Linda Hamilton
Los Angeles Times · 3h ago · Franchise favorite Eddie Furlong will reteam with Linda Hamilton for "Terminator: Dark Fate," producer James Cameron revealed at the film's Comic-Con panel.
Edward Furlong Returning As John Connor For ‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ – Comic-Con
· Deadline Hollywood · 4h ago · Paramount’s panel at Comic-Con for Terminator: Dark Fate had a nice surprise in store for the Hall H panel: the reveal that Edward Furlong was returning to the franchise to play John Connor.
'I Do Not Care If We Go Down In History As Barbarians' Grapples With Truth, Censorship
NPR · 3h ago · In Barbarians, writer/director Radu Jude's ruminating, ruefully funny Romanians debate history, propaganda and truth while mounting a re-enactment of a mass murder.
Review: Making a Spectacle of History (and Herself)
· New York Times · 13h ago · Radu Jude’s “I Do Not Care if We Go Down in History as Barbarians” is a complicated meditation on the responsibilities — and limits — of art in the face of horror.
Shay Mitchell opens up about past miscarriage: 'I was completely blindsided by it'
Fox News · 4h ago · “You” actress Shay Mitchell this week tearfully spoke on the miscarriage she suffered in 2018.
Pregnant Shay Mitchell opens up about her past miscarriage: 'You feel broken as a woman'
· USA Today · 19h ago · During the first episode of herYouTube series, "Almost Ready,"Shay Mitchell revealed that she suffered a miscarriage at 14 weeks.
Jerry Seinfeld and Eddie Murphy Talk Stand-Up, Stardom and Reuniting for ‘Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee’
Variety · 4h ago · In July 1976, Jerry Seinfeld and Eddie Murphy were rising comics, launching their stand-up careers at the Comic Strip in New York City. In fact, the two started at the famed comedy club the same week.
Jerry Seinfeld on 'Comedians in Cars': Top guests, biggest surprises and his favorite ride
· USA Today · 8h ago · Jerry Seinfeld hits the road with Eddie Murphy, Seth Rogen, Melissa Villasenor and other talents for Season 11 of 'Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.'
Jerry Seinfeld learns from comedy’s best on Netflix series
Washington Post · 5h ago · Jerry Seinfeld says he’d rather ride vintage cars and sip coffee with comedy’s best than reboot his uber-successful “Seinfeld” television series
Jerry Seinfeld learns from comedy's best on Netflix series
· ABC News · 5h ago · Jerry Seinfeld says he'd rather ride vintage cars and sip coffee with comedy's best than reboot his uber-successful "Seinfeld" television series
'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown says Luke P. drama has 'a silver lining'
NBC News · 5h ago · The former pageant queen said the drama helped her — and maybe some viewers — to grow.
'Bachelorette' star Hannah B. 'grew a lot' from 'toxic' relationship with Luke P., premarital sex debate
· Fox News · 8h ago · "The Bachelorette" star Hannah Brown doesn't think her relationship with Luke Parker was all bad ... even though it was pretty terrible.
'The Bachelorette' sex argument people are talking about
· CNN · Jul 16, 2019 · "The Bachelorette" Hannah Brown sent a contestant home Monday night after he pressured her about sex.
'Sesame Street' makes history as first TV show to receive Kennedy Center Honor
Los Angeles Times · 5h ago · Other 2019 honorees include Sally Field, Earth Wind & Fire and Linda Ronstadt.
Kennedy Center Honors Go to ‘Sesame Street’ and Earth, Wind & Fire
· New York Times · 7h ago · Sally Field, Michael Tilson Thomas and Linda Ronstadt round out the honorees.
Sally Field, Linda Ronstadt and ‘Sesame Street’ Among 2019 Kennedy Center Honorees
· Variety · 8h ago · Sally Field, Linda Ronstadt, “Sesame Street,” conductor Michael Tilson Thomas and R&B veterans Earth, Wind and Fire have been selected as the 2019 Kennedy Center Honorees.
Hollywood stars open wallets to Buttigieg's 2020 campaign
ABC News · 5h ago · A-list celebrities seem to be opening their hearts _ or at least their wallets _ to Pete Buttigieg
Hollywood celebrities open wallets to Buttigieg’s campaign
· Washington Post · 6h ago · A-list celebrities seem to be opening their hearts — or at least their wallets — to Pete Buttigieg
U.S. Box Office, Movie Admissions, Ticket Price Fall in Second Quarter
Variety · 5h ago · U.S. movie admissions slid 2.5% in the second quarter of 2019 to 347.8 million, with box office receipts declining 3.8% to $3.22 billion on the heels of a record-setting year, the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) reported Thursday.
Movie Tickets Got Cheaper In Q2, But Admissions And Grosses Still In Red – NATO
· Deadline Hollywood · 5h ago · Movie ticket prices fell 1% in both the second quarter and the first half of 2019, according to the latest figures from the National Association of Theatre Owners, but admissions and box office remain in the red.
‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ Will Return Franchise To R-Rating – Comic-Con
Deadline Hollywood · 6h ago · At today’s Comic-Con session for Paramount/Skydance Media’sTerminator: Dark Fate,director Tim Miller confirmed that the sixth movie will be rated R.
‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ Will Definitely Be R-Rated, Tim Miller Reveals at Comic-Con
· Variety · 6h ago · “Terminator: Dark Fate” is not just a reboot of a beloved franchise, it’s a return to hardcore form that will receive an R rating from the MPAA. Announced at San Diego Comic Con’s opening Hall H panel on Thursday, the move is a departure from
Terminator: Dark Fate Panel Announces Edward Furlong Is Back as John Connor and More
· Gizmodo · 6h ago · The first panel in the massive Hall H at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con was suitably huge, bringing the stars and creators of highly anticipated sequel-slash-reboot Terminator: Dark Fate to the stage.
Meghan McCain tells Ivanka and Jared to speak up after Trump rally: 'Where are you?'
Fox News · 6h ago · "View" host Meghan McCain called out Ivanka Trump, suggesting that the president's daughter and her husband, Jared Kushner, should denounce her father's actions at a rally in North Carolina on Wednesday.
Meghan McCain calls out Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner: 'Where are you in this?'
· USA Today · 7h ago · President Trump's rally in North Carolina Wednesday night was a topic that elicited a passionate response from co-host Meghan McCain on"The View."
Kevin Spacey's legal woes persist even with groping case out
ABC News · 6h ago · Kevin Spacey's legal woes are not over, despite the collapse of the only criminal case brought against the two-time Oscar winner since he became mired in sexual misconduct allegations
Kevin Spacey’s legal woes persist even with groping case out
· Washington Post · 6h ago
'Mary Tyler Moore Show' star Valerie Harper's family sets up fundraising page for her cancer battle
Fox News · 6h ago · “Mary Tyler Moore” actress Valerie Harper’s family set up a GoFundMe page to help pay for the rising cost of her battle with cancer.
Valerie Harper's family launches GoFundMe for her cancer treatment
· CNN · 10h ago · Valerie Harper's family is seeking financial help for her treatment as she continues to battle cancer.
John Ford Stepping Down As GM Of NPACT, The Nonfiction Producers Trade Group
Deadline Hollywood · 6h ago · John Ford is stepping down as general manager of NPACT, the trade association that represents more than 100 companies that produce nonfiction entertainment content.
John Ford to Exit as Head of Unscripted Producers Trade Association NPact
· Variety · 6h ago · John Ford has stepped down as general manager of NPact, the trade association that represents unscripted TV producers. Ford is exiting the post he’s held since 2015 because of the potential for conflicts of interest arising from his role as head of
'Sesame Street,' Sally Field, more to earn Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime achievement
USA Today · 7h ago · What do "Sesame Street" and Sally Field have in common? Both are going to be Kennedy Center Honors recipients.
‘Sesame Street’ Named First TV Show Recipient Of Kennedy Center Honors; 2019 Recipients Also Include Sally Field And Linda Ronstadt
· Deadline Hollywood · 7h ago · Sesame Street, actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt, R&B band Earth, Wind & Fire and conductor and San Francisco Symphony co-founder Michael Tilson Thomas have been named the 2019 recipients of the 42nd annual Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements.
Sally Field, 'Sesame Street' to receive Kennedy Center award
· ABC News · 8h ago · Actress Sally Field and the long-running children's TV show "Sesame Street" are in the latest class of Kennedy Center Honors recipients
WarnerMedia’s HBO Max Unveils Original Programming Team Led by Sarah Aubrey
Variety · 7h ago · WarnerMedia has unveiled its original programming and business operations and strategy teams as the company builds out its HBO Max streaming platform. Sarah Aubrey will lead the original programming group as head of original content, reporting to HBO Max chief content officer Kevin Reilly.
HBO Max Sets Executive Team Led By Head Of Original Content Sarah Aubrey
· Deadline Hollywood · 7h ago · WarnerMedia’s newly christened HBO Max streaming service has announced titles and roles for a slate of executives across creative and business operations and strategy.
Labrinth on working with Beyoncé: 'She's a perfectionist'
ABC News · 7h ago · British singer-songwriter-producer Labrinth is having the best month ever: He produced Beyoncé's new song from "The Lion King" soundtrack and he's also the lead composer on the hit HBO series "Euphoria."
Labrinth on working with Beyoncé: ‘She’s a perfectionist’
· Washington Post · 7h ago · British singer-songwriter-producer Labrinth is having the best month ever: He produced Beyoncé’s new song from “The Lion King” soundtrack and he’s also the lead composer on the hit HBO series “Euphoria.”
Trevor Noah slams Scarlett Johansson for comments about playing transgender character: ‘Imagery is powerful’
Fox News · 7h ago · Trevor Noah shared his thoughts on recent comments made by Scarlett Johansson where he criticized the actress for not understanding the “luxury” she has in Hollywood that minorities don’t.
'The View' hosts slam Scarlett Johansson: 'She needs to be more understanding of her words'
· USA Today · Jul 17, 2019 · The hosts of "The View" criticized Scarlett Johansson after the actress made controversial comments about which roles she should be allowed to play.
‘Fargo’ Season 4: Jack Huston, Jason Schwartzman, Ben Whishaw Among 12 Cast
Deadline Hollywood · 7h ago · FX has revealed the Season 4 cast for Emmy-winning limited series Fargo, toplined by Chris Rock. Production begins this fall in Chicago for premiere on FX in 2020.
Jack Huston, Jason Schwartzman, Ben Whishaw Among 12 Joining ‘Fargo’ Season 4 Cast
· Variety · 8h ago · FX has announced that Jack Huston, Jason Schwartzman and Ben Whishaw will be joining the cast of “Fargo” for its upcoming fourth season. The cabler previously announced that comedian Chris Rock would also be jumping aboard the hit limited series in a lead role.
Italian writer, director Luciano De Crescenzo dies at 90
ABC News · 7h ago · Italy's popular writer, actor and director Luciano De Crescenzo has died in Rome aged 90, after being hospitalized for a few days
Italian writer, director Luciano De Crescenzo dies at 90
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YouTube now lets premium subscribers toggle between audio music tracks and their official videos
Venture Beat · 7h ago · YouTube is introducing a new feature that allows premium subscribers to toggle between audio tracks and artists' official videos.
YouTube Music now lets you seamlessly switch between songs and music videos
· TechCrunch · 8h ago · Google today announced an update to YouTube Music on iOS and Android that will make it easier to seamlessly switch between merely listening to the audio and watching a song’s music video.
Reese Witherspoon’s daughter pens touching tribute to mom: 'She inspires me'
Fox News · 8h ago · Reese Witherspoon’s 19-year-old daughter Ava Phillippe penned a touching tribute to her mom on Wednesday,
Ava Phillippe honors mom Reese Witherspoon on Instagram: 'She inspires me'
· USA Today · 9h ago · Phillippe celebrated Witherspoon on Instagram with a sweet message.
Deneuve, Hawke film 'The Truth' to open Venice Film Festival
ABC News · 8h ago · Catherine Deneuve, Ethan Hawke film 'The Truth' to open Venice Film Festival
Hirokazu Kore-eda’s ‘The Truth’ to Open Venice Film Festival
· Variety · 14h ago · Palme d’Or-winning director Hirokazu Kore-eda’s hotly anticipated new film, “The Truth,” starring Catherine Deneuve, Juliette Binoche and Ethan Hawke, will open the 76th edition of the Venice Film Festival.
Venice Film Festival To Open With Hirokazu Kore-eda’s ‘The Truth’
· Deadline Hollywood · 14h ago · The Venice Film Festival has set Hirokazu Kore-eda’s The Truth (La Verite) as its opening night screening. This is the first film the Palme d’Or-winning Shoplifters director has made abroad and boasts a powerhouse cast led by Catherine Deneuve, Juliette Binoche and Ethan Hawke.
Anime studio hit by deadly fire is known for skill, fan base
Washington Post · 8h ago · Kyoto Animation may not be a giant of Japanese anime, but it has core fans and is known for skilled animators and such hits as “Lucky Star,” “K-On!” and the “Haruhi Suzumiya” series
Anime studio hit by deadly fire is known for skill, fan base
· ABC News · 8h ago · Kyoto Animation may not be a giant of Japanese anime, but it has core fans and is known for skilled animators and such hits as "Lucky Star," "K-On!" and the "Haruhi Suzumiya" series
Review: Baseball drama 'Bottom of the 9th' can't come back from dull start
Los Angeles Times · 8h ago · Starring Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara, Raymond De Felitta's baseball redemption drama improves as it goes, but it's too little, too late.
‘Bottom of the 9th’ Review: A Stroll Around the Baseball Diamond
· New York Times · 13h ago · Joe Manganiello stars as a minor-league baseball player recently returned home from prison in Raymond De Felitta’s congenial film.
'Game of Thrones' star Gwendoline Christie submitted herself for an Emmy nod when HBO didn't
USA Today · 9h ago · HBO didn't submit "Game of Thrones" star Gwendoline Christie (Brienne of Tarth) and others for Emmy nominations, but they took care of it themselves.
Gwendoline Christie submitted herself for an Emmy nomination
· CBS News · 20h ago · Once again the star showed that we all should bend the knee to Ser Brienne of Tarth, a Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Rock Doc ‘Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band’ To Open Toronto International Film Festival
Deadline Hollywood · 9h ago · The Band are coming to the Toronto International Film Festival. Rock doc Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band about The Weight rockers is to open the festival as its Opening Night Gala Presentation on September 5.
Robbie Robertson Documentary ‘Once Were Brothers’ to Open Toronto Film Festival
· Variety · 10h ago · “Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band” will rock the opening night of the Toronto International Film Festival. The documentary recounts the story of one of Canada’s musical legends — a man who served as both lead guitarist and pr
San Diego Comic-Con is Here
Bloomberg · 10h ago
Fans descend on San Diego for the 50th Comic-Con
· Washington Post · 22h ago · Fans descend on San Diego for the 50th Comic-Con, which kicked off Wednesday with the first chance for exclusive merchandise and new footage from ‘It: Chapter Two’
Fans to descend on San Diego for the 50th Comic-Con
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Dust off your Captain Marvel cosplay, San Diego Comic-Con is here.
Paul McCartney Confirms Plans For ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ Stage Musical
Deadline Hollywood · 10h ago · Like Elton John, Paul Simon and Bono before him, the great Paul McCartney could be the latest rock legend to lend his talents to Broadway. The former Beatle has confirmed that he’s been working on a musical version of the classic 1946 holiday movie It’s A Wonderful Life.
Paul McCartney adapting 'It's a Wonderful Life' in his first stage musical
· CNN · 12h ago · Paul McCartney is working on a stage adaptation of the 1946 film 'It's A Wonderful Life,' which will be the first musical of his long and storied career.
'Wonderful Life' stage adaptation gets a little help from Paul McCartney
· Reuters · 13h ago · Paul McCartney is adding another string to his bow - writing his first musical.
Kian Lawley, Katherine C. Hughes Starring in Finnish Comedy ‘Perfect Commando’
Variety · 10h ago · Kian Lawley, who was dropped from movie “The Hate U Give” last year after a video resurfaced of him that included racist comments, has landed a starring role alongside Katherine C.
‘My Dead Ex’s Katherine C. Hughes & ‘Zac & Mia’s Kian Lawley To Front Finnish Comedy Series ‘Perfect Commando’
· Deadline Hollywood · 16h ago · EXCLUSIVE: Zac & Mia star Kian Lawley and My Dead Ex star Katherine C. Hughes are set to front Finnish comedy drama Perfect Commando for SVOD service Elisa Viihde.
Author Laura Lippman has 5-book deal, not all of them novels
Washington Post · 11h ago · Prize-winning crime novelist Laura Lippman has several new books planned, not all of them fiction
Author Laura Lippman has 5-book deal, not all of them novels
· ABC News · 11h ago
Brian Cox Playing LBJ in Broadway Run of ‘The Great Society’
Variety · 12h ago · Brian Cox will play President Lyndon Johnson in the Broadway run of “The Great Society,” playwright Robert Schenkkan’s follow-up to “All the Way.” The role of Johnson, a crude, but visionary politician who used the office of the presidency
‘The Great Society,’ About L.B.J., Is Coming to Broadway
· New York Times · 12h ago · The playwright, Robert Schenkkan, also wrote the Tony-winning “All the Way,” about an earlier chapter of the Johnson presidency.
LBJ Play ‘The Great Society’ Bound For Broadway; Brian Cox Cast In Follow-Up To Tony-Winning ‘All The Way’
· Deadline Hollywood · 12h ago · He may not have sought nor did he accept a return to the White House, but Lyndon B. Johnson is coming back to Broadway: The Great Society, a companion play to Robert Schenkkan’s Tony-winning All The Way, will begin performances in September, with B
A Japanese fire official says nearly 30 people are confirmed or presumed dead after Kyoto animation studio fire
Washington Post · 13h ago · A Japanese fire official says nearly 30 people are confirmed or presumed dead after Kyoto animation studio fire
A Japanese fire official says nearly 30 people are confirmed or presumed dead after Kyoto animation studio fire
· ABC News · 13h ago
ITV Takes Majority Stake in ‘Harlots’ Producer Monumental Television
Variety · 15h ago · ITV Studios now has a controlling stake in Monumental Television, the production company that makes Hulu series “Harlots” and that was founded by Oscar-nominated film producers Alison Owen and Debra Hayward.
ITV Increases Investment Stake In ‘Harlots’ Producer Monumental Television
· Deadline Hollywood · 15h ago · ITV has increased its investment stake in Harlots producer Monumental Television. The company, via its production division ITV Studios, has increased its stake in the British production company from 26% to 51%, giving it a majority stake.
Sports
Morgan, Creamer tied for lead in LPGA Tour team event
ABC News · 1h ago · Morgan Pressel and Paula Creamer shot a best-ball 6-under 64 for a share of the second-round lead in the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational, the LPGA Tour's first-year team event
Morgan, Creamer tied for lead in LPGA Tour team event
· USA Today · 1h ago
Boone ejected, directs profane rant at rookie umpire
ABC News · 2h ago · Yankees manager Aaron Boone went on a profane rant after rookie umpire Brennan Miller called Brett Gardner out on strikes in the second inning of a doubleheader opener against Tampa Bay
Yankees manager Aaron Boone goes off on rookie umpire in home-plate tirade after ejection
· CBS News · 2h ago · 'I feel bad for you,' Boone told Brennan Miller
Boone ejected, directs profane rant at rookie umpire
· USA Today · 2h ago
World Cup champion Alex Morgan has plans to start her own female-focused media company
CBS News · 2h ago · The USWNT forward has plans for a new venture in the entertainment world
World Cup Star Alex MorganLooking to Launch Female-Focused Media Venture
· Bloomberg · 6h ago
Rockets star James Harden buys minority stake in MLS' Houston Dynamo, NWSL's Houston Dash
USA Today · 2h ago · Houston Rockets guard James Harden purchased a minority stake in the ownership group that controls the Houston Dynamo and the Houston Dash.
Rockets star James Harden buys ownership stake in MLS' Houston Dynamo, guarantees city an NBA title 'very, very soon'
· CBS News · 3h ago · The Houston Rockets superstar is confident a championship isn't too far away
Rockets star Harden buys stake in MLS' Dynamo
· ESPN · 5h ago · Houston Rockets superstar James Harden has purchased a minority stake in the investment group that controls MLS' Houston Dynamo, the NWSL's Houston Dash and BBVA Stadium, the Dynamo announced Thursday.
The usual crowd support saw an unusual score for Woods
USA Today · 2h ago · The enthusiastic excitement that always surrounds Tiger Woods even brought out the hired help near the fourth hole at Royal Portrush, but they couldn't help his soaring score
The usual crowd support saw an unusual score for Woods
· ABC News · 3h ago
MLB scores, schedule: Phillies split series with Dodgers; Chris Sale strikes out 12 as Red Sox get shutout win
CBS News · 2h ago · Here is everything you need to know about the day in baseball
Chris Sale snaps Fenway losing streak, beats Blue Jays 5-0
· ABC News · 4h ago · Sale strikes out 12 in six shutout innings, sending Red Sox past Blue Jays 5-0 to end Fenway sked
Chris Sale snaps Fenway losing streak, beats Blue Jays 5-0
· USA Today · 4h ago
Harbaugh: Controversy always followed Meyer
ESPN · 2h ago · Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer had a phenomenal record, "but also, controversy follows everywhere he's been."
Michigan's Jim Harbaugh says 'controversy follows' former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer in podcast interview
· CBS News · 4h ago · The rivalry seems to continue, even with Meyer no longer on the sidelines in Columbus
Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh takes a swipe at former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer
· USA Today · 8h ago · Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer's record was phenomenal but controversy follows him everywhere.
LAFC vs. LA Galaxy: What to know ahead of El Trafico including Zlatan's thoughts on who's the best player in MLS
CBS News · 3h ago · The match is set for Friday night
'A game for history': Mahrez vs. Mane in Cup of Nations final
· CNN · 12h ago · The last time Algeria reached the Africa Cup of Nations final, Riyad Mahrez wasn't yet born.
Ibrahimovic says he's still better than Vela 'by far'
· ESPN · 21h ago · LA Galaxy striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic said he is "by far" still the best player in MLS even compared to LAFC's Carlos Vela.
African Cup final much more than Mane vs. Mahrez
· USA Today · Jul 17, 2019
Royals hold off White Sox 6-5 to sweep 4-game series
ABC News · 3h ago · Cheslor Cuthbert and Jorge Soler homered in a five-run third inning and the Kansas City Royals stayed hot Thursday, completing a four-game sweep of the Chicago White Sox with a 6-5 win
Royals hold off White Sox 6-5 to sweep 4-game series
· USA Today · 3h ago
Tiger Woods 'sore' and 'scraping it around' at the Open
CNN · 4h ago
Tiger Woods falls apart in middle of his round, finishes with 7-over 78 at British Open
· USA Today · 4h ago · Tiger Woods’ quest for 16th major championship victory got off to a rough start at the British Open. Woods finished the first round with a 7-over 78.
Tiger Woods score: Rough-looking 7-over 78 a struggle in Round 1 at British Open 2019
· CBS News · 4h ago · Big Cat limped around Northern Ireland on Thursday and narrowly broke 80
Rory McIlroy breaks woman's phone with errant tee shot on first hole of British Open
· Fox News · 8h ago
Key hole in first round of British Open
ABC News · 4h ago · Key hole in first round of British Open
Key hole in first round of British Open
· USA Today · 4h ago
Sanders, Lindsay shine, Davis hurt at Broncos camp opener
USA Today · 4h ago · Wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders and running back Lindsay Jones provided the good vibes when the Denver Broncos opened their first training camp under new coach Vic Fangio
2019 Fantasy Football Draft Prep: Emmanuel Sanders, Phillip Lindsay healthy for start of training camp
· CBS News · 5h ago · Training camp has opened for the Denver Broncos, and Chris Towers discusses why the first news we've heard is good for Fantasy players.
Harper, Hoskins rally Phillies past Dodgers with 4-run 7th
ABC News · 4h ago · Harper ties game with RBI single, Hoskins rips 2-RBI single in 7th inning to rally Philadelphia Phillies to 7-6 win over Los Angeles Dodgers
Harper, Hoskins rally Phillies past Dodgers with 4-run 7th
· USA Today · 4h ago
2019 British Open tee times, pairings: Complete field list, Tiger Woods set for Round 2 on Friday
CBS News · 4h ago · The pairings and tee times are here for Royal Portrush with Round 2 set for Friday
The Open 2019: McIlroy's misery - Worst moments from a disastrous day for Rory
· BBC · 5h ago · Watch the lowlights from a day to forget for Rory McIlroy, the home hero had a nightmare day at Royal Portrush bookended by a quadruple bogey 'snowman' at the first and a triple bogey at the 18th.
Rory McIlroy Off to Nightmare Start in British Open
· New York Times · 9h ago · The No. 3-ranked golfer is among players who struggled in their first round on the newly renovated course.
SEC experiencing rare moment with coaching stability
ABC News · 5h ago · Southeastern Conference experiencing rare moment of football stability: There are no new head coaches in the league for the first time since 2006
SEC enjoying experiencing rare moment of coaching stability
· USA Today · 16h ago
Rory McIlroy waited for this day; now he'd like to forget it
ESPN · 5h ago · The Open was back in his home country for the first time in 68 years. There was so much anticipation -- for the event, for him, for Royal Portrush. But things got ugly quick.
British Open: Rory McIlroy had a rough start, and his day didn't get much better
· Los Angeles Times · 8h ago · Rory McIlroy grew up on Royal Portrush, but he definitely looked like a first-timer on the opening hole of the British Open on Thursday.
British Open: David Duval has the highest score on one hole in at least 36 years
Los Angeles Times · 6h ago · David Duval shot a 20-over-par 91 at the British Open. He shot a 14 on No. 7, the highest score on a hole at the British Open since at least 1983.
A bad swing, a big mistake and a 14 for Duval at Portrush
· ABC News · 6h ago · Duval takes a 14 on the seventh hole at Royal Portrush, 2nd-highest score on a hole in British Open history
British Open 2019: David Duval cards nonuple bogey on par-5 seventh hole at Royal Portrush
· CBS News · 6h ago · Duval had one of the worst single-hole performances at a major, carding a 9-over 14 at the seventh
Column: McIlroy fizzles in home Open debut
ABC News · 6h ago · Column: A snowman to start, a triple to end: McIlroy fizzles in home Open debut
Column: McIlroy fizzles in home Open debut
· USA Today · 6h ago
Seattle's NHL expansion team officially names Ron Francis as general manager
CBS News · 6h ago · Francis previously served as GM of the Hurricanes for four seasons
Ron Francis is general manager of Seattle NHL expansion club
· ABC News · 6h ago · Ron Francis, Hall of Famer and 2-time Stanley Cup winner, is general manager of Seattle NHL expansion club
Prove them wrong, Ron Francis
· ESPN · 23h ago · Seattle has hired the Hall of Famer as its first GM, and the move came with no shortage of second-guessing from outsiders.
Broncos out to forge new identity following owner's death
ABC News · 6h ago · Broncos CEO and president Joe Ellis says he no longer is running the team as he felt owner Pat Bowlen would have wanted
Broncos out to forge new identity following owner's death
· USA Today · 6h ago
Baker Mayfield bashes Giants fans in defense of Odell Beckham Jr.
USA Today · 6h ago · Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield threw shade at New York Giants fans as he came to the defense of hisnew teammate Odell Beckham Jr.
Baker Mayfield trashes New York Giants fans in defense of Odell Beckham Jr
· Fox News · 9h ago · Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield has become one of the most outspoken NFL players in less than two full seasons in the league and took down New York Giants fans in a recent interview.
Baker Mayfield defends Odell Beckham Jr., calls out Giants fans for not supporting star receiver
· CBS News · Jul 17, 2019 · Now that he's in Cleveland, Mayfield said, Beckham will play for 'fans who actually care'
Two horses die at Del Mar after colliding
ESPN · 6h ago · Two horses suffered fatal injuries Thursday morning when they collided during training hours at Del Mar racetrack in California, a spokesman for the track confirmed on Thursday.
Two horse deaths reported at Del Mar in a freak training accident
· Los Angeles Times · 7h ago · Two horses died Thursday morning in a freak training accident at Del Mar, track officials confirmed.
Rays' Brosseau goes from undrafted to middle of MLB lineup
ABC News · 7h ago · The thrifty Tampa Bay Rays think they have found another hidden gem in Mike Brosseau, an undrafted infielder from Oakland University in Michigan who signed for $1,000 and bolted to the big leagues
Rays' Brosseau goes from undrafted to middle of MLB lineup
· USA Today · 7h ago
Taste of the Tour: Piping-hot bean stew in summer? Bien sûr!
ABC News · 7h ago · Even in the July heat of a French summer, when many are glued to the Tour de France on TV, on vacation, or both, a piping-hot sweat-inducing cassoulet still hits the spot
Taste of the Tour: Piping-hot bean stew in summer? Bien sûr!
· USA Today · 8h ago
Enter Rivera: Yankee closer awaits his place in Hall of Fame
ABC News · 7h ago · From Panama fishing village to Yankee Stadium mound, Rivera ends his journey at Hall of Fame
Enter Rivera: Yankee closer awaits his place in Hall of Fame
· USA Today · 8h ago
The 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club
Los Angeles Times · 8h ago
Royal pains at Royal Portrush during British Open
· USA Today · 10h ago · Bad tee shots, from the tall rough, into the bunkers and missed putts. The not-so-top shots from the Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club.
Tour de France 2019: Simon Yates claims maiden stage win
BBC · 8h ago · Britain's Simon Yates claims a maiden Tour de France victory on stage 12 from Toulouse to Bagneres-de-Bigorre.
Simon Yates wins first Pyrenean Tour stage
· USA Today · 9h ago · British rider Simon Yates won the first Pyrenean stage of the Tour de France after a long breakaway
Simon Yates wins first Pyrenean Tour stage
· ABC News · 9h ago
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin to make summer trip to China
ABC News · 10h ago · Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin will go to China as part of the NHL's continued outreach in that country
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin to make summer trip to China
· USA Today · 10h ago
Emotional and proud, Clarke welcomes Open back to Portrush
ABC News · 12h ago · Darren Clarke almost welled up when his name was announced to applause before he hit the first shot at the British Open
Emotional and proud, Clarke welcomes Open back to Portrush
· USA Today · 12h ago
How Manny Pacquiao trains and eats for a fight
USA Today · 13h ago · Pacquiao is training as he prepares for his July 20 fight against Keith Thurman.
Pacquiao and Thurman see postponement of Alvarez fight as an opportunity
· Los Angeles Times · 21h ago · Manny Pacquiao-Keith Thurman training sessions
The legend of Manny Pacquiao continues against a dangerous, younger Keith Thurman
· ESPN · Jul 17, 2019 · Manny Pacquiao-Keith Thurman is a legitimately appealing fight, a fading superstar still writing history against a hungry technical fighter who needs the win to get to the elite level.
Angels pitcher Noe Ramirez suspended for 3 games
Fox News · 14h ago · Angels pitcher Noé Ramirez has been suspended for three games and fined an undisclosed amount for throwing a pitch in the area of Houston outfielder Jake Marisnick's head, and Los Angeles manager Brad Ausmus has been suspended a game and fined.
Cole K's 11, Marisnick has 3 hits as Astros beat Angels 11-2
· ABC News · 18h ago · Gerrit Cole struck out 11 over seven innings, Jake Marisnick had three hits amid a chorus of boos and the Houston Astros got back on track by beating the Los Angeles Angels 11-2
Angels' Ramirez suspended for drilling Marisnick
· ESPN · Jul 17, 2019 · Angels reliever Noe Ramirez was suspended for three games and fined an undisclosed amount for throwing at Astros outfielder Jake Marisnick.
Cole K's 11, Marisnick has 3 hits as Astros beat Angels 11-2
· USA Today · 18h ago
Dillon, Etienne among top runners in ACC Atlantic Division
Fox News · 14h ago · Boston College's AJ Dillon was so good last year that he ranked among the nation's best rushers despite hobbling through an injury that sidelined him during stretches of multiple games.
ACC media days wrap with always-uncertain Coastal Division
· USA Today · 16h ago · The Atlantic Coast Conference concludes its preseason media days Thursday with a focus on the always unpredictable Coastal Division
Dillon, Etienne among top runners in ACC Atlantic Division
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Boston College's AJ Dillon and Clemson's Travis Etienne are headlining a list of running backs set to put up big rushing totals in the Atlantic Coast Conference's Atlantic Division
Froome confirmed 2011 Vuelta winner due to Cobo doping case
ABC News · 16h ago · Chris Froome is now the 2011 Spanish Vuelta winner because of Juan Jose Cobo's disqualification for blood doping
Froome awarded 2011 Vuelta, retrospectively making him Britain's first Grand Tour winner
· BBC · Jul 17, 2019 · Chris Froome is officially named as the winner of the 2011 Vuelta a Espana following a doping case involving Juan Jose Cobo.
Froome confirmed 2011 Vuelta winner due to Cobo doping case
· USA Today · 16h ago
Beterbiev to fight Gvozdyk in light-heavyweight unification
ABC News · 16h ago · Russia's Artur Beterbiev is to fight Ukraine's Oleksandr Gvozdyk in a unification title bout at light heavyweight
Beterbiev to fight Gvozdyk in light-heavyweight unification
· USA Today · 16h ago
De Ligt completes 75 million euro transfer to Juventus
USA Today · 16h ago · Matthijs de Ligt has become the most expensive defender in Serie A history after completing a 75 million euro ($85 million) transfer from Ajax
Juventus sign De Ligt from Ajax in £67.5m deal
· BBC · 16h ago · Juventus complete the £67.5m signing of 19-year-old Dutch international defender Matthijs de Ligt from Ajax.
De Ligt undergoes Juve medical ahead of $83.7M move
· CNN · Jul 17, 2019 · Matthijs de Ligt, the 19-year-old Ajax captain who led the Dutch side to the Champions League semifinals, is undergoing a medical ahead of his transfer to Juventus for a reported fee of $83.7 million.
Juventus target Matthijs de Ligt arrives in Turin ahead of medical, signing for Serie A giants
· CBS News · Jul 16, 2019
Dodgers throw 2-hitter, beat Phillies after long rain delay
ABC News · 18h ago · Six Dodgers pitchers combined on a two-hitter spanning a 2 hour, 37 minute rain delay, and Los Angeles beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-2
Dodgers power their way over the Phillies after a two-hour rain delay
· Los Angeles Times · 18h ago · The Dodgers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-2 after a 2.5 hour rain delay.
Dodgers throw 2-hitter, beat Phillies after long rain delay
· USA Today · 18h ago
Ernie Broglio, 21-game winner traded for Lou Brock, dies
ABC News · 18h ago · Ernie Broglio, a 21-game winner in 1960 who is remembered most as the player traded by the St. Louis Cardinals for Hall of Famer Lou Brock, has died
Ernie Broglio, 21-game winner traded for Lou Brock, dies
· USA Today · 18h ago
LEADING OFF: Dodgers-Phillies play early after playing late
ABC News · 18h ago · LEADING OFF: Dodgers-Phillies play early after playing late, Angels' Ramirez appealing MLB suspension, Yanks and Rays set for doubleheader, Giants and Bumgarner try to keep rolling
LEADING OFF: Dodgers-Phillies play early after playing late
· USA Today · 18h ago
D'backs tie franchise record with 21 hits, beat Rangers 19-4
ABC News · 19h ago · Eduardo Escobar homered twice and the Arizona Diamondbacks tied a franchise record with 21 hits while thumping the Texas Rangers 19-4
D'backs tie franchise record with 21 hits, beat Rangers 19-4
· USA Today · 21h ago
Nationals' bullpen collapse gives Orioles 9-2 victory
ABC News · 20h ago · Trey Mancini hit two home runs and Baltimore pummeled the Washington Nationals' ineffective bullpen in a 9-2 victory that provided the Orioles with a split of the two-game interleague series
Nationals' bullpen collapse gives Orioles 9-2 victory
· USA Today · 20h ago
Royals send struggling White Sox to sixth straight loss
ABC News · 20h ago · Danny Duffy pitched a strong six innings and ended a nine-start winless streak, and Jorge Soler and Nicky Lopez hit back-to-back RBI singles twice as the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago White Sox 7-5
Royals send struggling White Sox to sixth straight loss
· USA Today · 20h ago
Devers hits solo shot, drives in 4; Red Sox beat Jays 5-4
ABC News · 20h ago · Rafael Devers hit a solo homer and drove in four runs, Eduardo Rodríguez pitched effectively into the seventh inning and the Boston Red Sox sent Toronto's Aaron Sanchez to his 13th straight loss, beating the Blue Jays 5-4
Devers hits solo shot, drives in 4; Red Sox beat Jays 5-4
· USA Today · 20h ago
Mike Clevinger strikes out 12 as Indians beat Tigers 7-2
ABC News · 22h ago · Mike Clevinger matched his career high with 12 strikeouts in six innings, Oscar Mercado drove in two runs and the Cleveland Indians beat the Detroit Tigers 7-2
Mike Clevinger strikes out 12 as Indians beat Tigers 7-2
· USA Today · 22h ago
Padres remain only franchise without no-hitter as Chris Paddack's bid ends in eighth inning against Marlins
CBS News · 22h ago · Paddack almost threw a no-no against his old team, but it just wasn't meant to be
Padres' Paddack loses no-hitter in 8th inning on Castro's HR
· ABC News · 23h ago · Rookie right-hander Chris Paddack of the San Diego Padres lost his no-hit bid when the Miami Marlins' Starlin Castro led off the eighth inning with a home run
Padres' Paddack loses no-hitter in 8th inning on Castro's HR
· USA Today · 23h ago
Bailey wins in Oakland debut, Athletics beat Mariners 10-2
ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Baseball Capsules
Bailey wins in Oakland debut, Athletics beat Mariners 10-2
· USA Today · Jul 17, 2019
World
El Salvador judge gives new charges for El Mozote massacre
ABC News · 2h ago · A Salvadoran judge ruled that a group of former members of the El Salvador military, including leaders of armed forces, will face new charges related to the 1981 El Mozote massacre
El Salvador judge gives new charges for El Mozote massacre
· Washington Post · 2h ago
Arson Attack at Kyoto Animation Studio
Bloomberg · 8h ago
Kyoto Animation in Japan
· Los Angeles Times · 9h ago
Apparent arson attack devastates Kyoto Animation anime studio with many feared dead
· The Verge · 18h ago
The ball is in Europe’s court to save Iran nuclear deal
Christian Science Monitor · 3h ago · Europe may be the best hope for salvaging the Iran nuclear deal amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington in the Persian Gulf.
Europe Is Left With Few Options to Save the Iran Nuclear Deal
· Bloomberg · 10h ago
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Testifies Before House Oversight Committee
NPR · 4h ago · Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan testifies before the House Oversight committee as Democrats push back against Trump administration's policies to address the border crisis.
Homeland Security Acting Secretary Kevin K. McAleenan testifies before congress
· USA Today · 9h ago · Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin K. McAleenan testifies before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Acting defense secretary testifies on border conditions at House panel
· CBS News · 10h ago · Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan is testifying before the House Oversight Committee about detention centers at the border
Ecuador has first same-sex marriage, following court ruling
Washington Post · 4h ago · A lesbian couple has married in Ecuador in the first same-sex wedding since a landmark ruling last month by the country’s highest court
Ecuador has first same-sex marriage, following court ruling
· ABC News · 4h ago
Rare New Zealand Parakeet Population Doubles After 'Epic' Breeding Season
NPR · 4h ago · The orange-fronted parakeet, known locally as the kākāriki karaka, is in the midst of a prolonged mating season due to a beech seed boon. So far, more than 150 chicks have been born in the baby boom.
Rare New Zealand parakeet has best breeding season in decades
· BBC · 20h ago · There are at most only 300 kakariki karaka parakeets in the world, but this year they had 150 chicks.
Automaker BMW names production chief Zipse as new CEO
Washington Post · 4h ago · BMW has named its top production manager, Oliver Zipse, as its next CEO to lead the luxury automaker
BMW Names Production Chief Oliver Zipse New CEO
· Bloomberg · 4h ago
Automaker BMW names production chief Zipse as new CEO
· ABC News · 4h ago
UN food chief says full food aid could be restored in Yemen
Washington Post · 5h ago · The head of the U.N. food agency says it has reached an “agreement in principle” to restore full food aid to rebel-controlled parts of Yemen after suspending the aid last month
UN food chief says full food aid could be restored in Yemen
· ABC News · 9h ago · The head of the U.N. food agency says it has reached an "agreement in principle" to restore full food aid to rebel-controlled parts of Yemen after suspending the aid last month
Morocco: 3 sentenced to death in Scandinavian women slayings
Washington Post · 5h ago · Three men have been convicted of terrorism and sentenced to death by a Moroccan court for the brutal slaying of two Scandinavian women hiking in the Atlas Mountains
ISIS supporters who beheaded Scandinavian hikers in Morocco sentenced to death
· Fox News · 6h ago · Three men who claimed allegiance to the Islamic State group after brutally killed two Scandinavian women hiking in the Atlas Mountains in Morocco have been sentenced to death.
Morocco hikers: Three get death penalty for Scandinavian tourist murders
· BBC · 7h ago · They killed two Scandinavian women, who were found beheaded in the Atlas mountains in December.
Greek police name suspect in U.S. scientist's murder and rape
CBS News · 5h ago · In a statement Thursday, police identified the man as 27-year-old Yiannis Paraskakis, from the port of Chania on the island of Crete.
Greek police name suspect in US scientist’s killing, rape
· Washington Post · 6h ago · Greek authorities say they have identified a suspect accused of the brutal killing of American scientist Suzanne Eaton
Greek police name suspect in US scientist's killing, rape
· ABC News · 6h ago
Medical experts sound alarm on Ebola epidemic
Financial Times · 12h ago · WHO declares DRC outbreak as ‘public health emergency of international concern’
WHO Now Recognizes Ebola As An International Public Health Emergency
· Forbes · 22h ago · WHO has finally declared Ebola as an international public health emergency in the DRC. Will measles be next?
WHO declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency. Here’s what that means.
· Washington Post · 6h ago · Here's what you need to know about the WHO declaring the Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency.
Ukraine's president party builds support days before vote: polls
Reuters · 6h ago · The party of Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has extended its lead over other groups, according to polls published three days before parliamentary elections.
Ukraine election: President's party leads, majority unclear
· ABC News · 14h ago · Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's party is showing the most support in opinion polls ahead of Sunday's snap parliamentary elections, but obtaining a solid majority in the Verkhovna Rada is far from certain
Argentina acts against Hezbollah, blamed for terror attacks
Washington Post · 6h ago · Argentina’s government has branded Hezbollah a terrorist organization and frozen its assets
Argentina acts against Hezbollah, blamed for terror attacks
· ABC News · 8h ago · Argentina's government has branded Hezbollah a terrorist organization and frozen its assets
Argentina brands Hezbollah terrorist organization, freezes assets
· Reuters · 10h ago · Argentinian authorities designated Hezbollah, which it blames for two attacks on its soil, a terrorist organization on Thursday and ordered the freezing of the Lebanese Islamist group's assets in the country.
US sailor on USS Abraham Lincoln goes overboard in Arabian Sea, search operation underway
Fox News · 6h ago · A U.S. sailor went overboard Wednesday from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, prompting a search operation in the Arabian Seam according to the Fifth Fleet.
5th Fleet says US sailor went overboard in Arabian Sea
· ABC News · 7h ago · The U.S. Fifth Fleet says a search operation is underway in the Arabian Sea after a U.S. sailor went overboard from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln
U.S. not looking at sanctions on Turkey right now: Trump
Reuters · 6h ago · The United States is not currently looking at sanctions on Turkey after its purchase of Russian air defense systems, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday, a day after the White House said the move made Ankara's presence in the F-35 program impossible.
Russia offers to sell fighter jets to Turkey
· ABC News · 12h ago · A top Russian official says Moscow is ready to sell fighter jets to Turkey after the U.S. excluded Turkey from its fighter jet program
Thursday, July 18th, 2019
· NPR | Podcast | Up First · 14h ago · Trump continues his attacks on four Democratic congresswomen of color. Protests in Puerto Rico over the governor's texts turned chaotic. And, the U.S. says it will not sell F-35 jets to Turkey after the NATO ally bought missiles from Russia.
Cambodia to return 1,600 tons of waste back to the US, Canada
Fox News · 6h ago · Cambodia has vowed to return all of 1,600 tons of plastic waste dumped at its seaport by the United States and Canada after the country’s environmental ministry said it should not be treated as a “dustbin” for foreign governments.
'Cambodia is not a dustbin': Cambodia returns 1,600 tons of plastic waste to US and Canada
· USA Today · 11h ago · The country's Environment Ministry said that 70 containers of plastic waste were shipped from the U.S. and 13 came from Canada.
12 Israeli teenagers held in Cyprus over alleged rape of British woman
Fox News · 7h ago · A court in Cyprus has detained 12 Israeli youths on the island for suspicion of an alleged rape on a 19-year-old British tourist. The tourist filed a complaint with Ayia Napa police on Wednesday morning, saying she had been gang-raped the previous night at a vacation resort.
Twelve young Israelis held in Cyprus over alleged rape of British tourist
· Reuters · 8h ago · A court in Cyprus on Thursday remanded 12 Israeli youths in custody on suspicion of an alleged rape of a 19-year-old British tourist at a holiday resort on the island.
Cyprus detains 12 Israelis for 8 days over alleged rape
· Washington Post · 8h ago · A Cyprus court has ordered 12 Israelis vacationing on the east Mediterranean island nation to remain in police custody for eight days after a 19-year-old British woman alleged that she was raped
Spain's Podemos rejects Socialist plan to govern solo
Reuters · 7h ago · Spain's Unidas Podemos said on Thursday its supporters had voted to only allow the investiture of Socialist leader Pedro Sanchez as premier if their far-left party is made part of his future cabinet, increasing the risk of a repeat election.
Spanish Socialist PM won’t give far-left leader a gov’t seat
· Washington Post · 12h ago · Spanish Socialist leader Pedro Sánchez says his negotiations with the We Can party on forming a government have come to nothing mainly because the far-left party’s leader wants a seat in a future Cabinet
Spanish Socialist PM won't give far-left leader a gov't seat
· ABC News · 12h ago
What's at stake in Sudan's transition?
Reuters · 8h ago · Sudan's ruling military council and an alliance of protest and opposition groups have signed a political accord on a three-year transition towards elections.
Sudanese protesters rally to condemn June crackdown
· Washington Post · 8h ago · Thousands of Sudanese have joined protests condemning a deadly crackdown last month, as tensions remain high despite recent progress toward a power-sharing deal with the ruling military council
Power-sharing deal marks progress in Sudan
· Christian Science Monitor · Jul 17, 2019 · After weeks of protests and a deadly crackdown, Sudan takes its first steps toward a more comprehensive democracy. A constitutional agreement that establishes a joint civilian-military sovereignis set to be adopted on Friday.
Scuffles near Lebanon parliament before vote on budget
Washington Post · 8h ago · Dozens of protesters have scuffled with Lebanese security guarding the country’s parliament just as lawmakers met to vote on a controversial austerity budget
Scuffles near Lebanon parliament before vote on budget
· ABC News · 8h ago
Renault chief confident partnership with Nissan on track
Washington Post · 8h ago · Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard has expressed confidence that the French automaker’s alliance with Nissan remains on track following the appointment of a new board at the Japanese firm.
Renault chief confident partnership with Nissan on track
· ABC News · 12h ago · Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard has expressed confidence that the French automaker's alliance partner Nissan is on track, with a new board and the scandal over former chairman Carlos Ghosn part of the past
Renault's Senard expects Nissan's new board to embrace alliance
· Reuters · 14h ago · Renault is confident that alliance partner Nissan's new board will work to reinforce their partnership as it struggles to turn the page on the Carlos Ghosn scandal, Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said on Thursday.
Review: David Crosby hoping for a little more time in elegiac doc 'Remember My Name'
Los Angeles Times · 10h ago · Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member David Crosby confesses his sins and seeks atonement in this frank documentary.
David Crosby Says New Documentary ‘Remember My Name’ Is Like ‘Being Naked in Public’
· Variety · Jul 17, 2019 · “It’s not easy. It’s hard being naked in public,” David Crosby, the legendary troubadour of classic rock, reflected at Tuesday night’s New York City premiere of “David Crosby: Remember My Name.” “I don’t know what to do here.
David Crosby compares new doc to 'being naked in public"
· USA Today · Jul 17, 2019 · Legendary musician David Crosby says his new documentary "Remember My Name" is "a little embarrassing" due to its honesty. (July 17)
Delaware woman sues luxury resort in Dominican Republic for $3 million over alleged attack
Fox News · 8h ago · A Delaware woman who says she was viciously beaten by an employee where she was staying in January while on vacation in the Dominican Republic is suing the resort company for $3 million.
Delaware woman who says she was brutally beaten in the Dominican Republic sues resort for $3 million
· USA Today · 13h ago · The Delaware woman who claims she was beaten unconscious in the Dominican Republic has sued the resort for $3 million.
Pakistan arrests US-wanted terror suspect in Mumbai attacks
Fox News · Jul 17, 2019 · Pakistani authorities say they have arrested a radical cleric and U.S.-wanted terror suspect blamed for the 2008 Mumbai attacks, just days ahead of Prime Minister Imran Khan's trip to Washington.
Pakistan arrests US-wanted terror suspect blamed for 2008 Mumbai attacks, days ahead of prime minister's Washington trip
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019 · Pakistan arrests US-wanted terror suspect blamed for 2008 Mumbai attacks, days ahead of prime minister's Washington trip
Trump touts 'ten year search' for Pakistani militant, but everyone knew where he was
· Los Angeles Times · Jul 17, 2019 · Pakistan's arrest of Hafiz Muhammad Saeed was widely seen as an attempt to smooth the way for Prime Minister Imran Khan's visit to Washington.
Top Myanmar Generals Are Barred From Entering U.S. Over Rohingya Killings
New York Times · Jul 17, 2019 · Myanmar’s commander in chief, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, was among those named by the State Department as responsible for atrocities against Rohingya Muslims.
U.S. imposes travel restrictions on Myanmar military leaders over ‘atrocities’
· Washington Post · Jul 16, 2019 · The government crackdown has forced more than 700,000 Rohingya Muslims into Bangladesh.
U.S. imposes sanctions on four Iraqis over human rights and corruption
· Reuters · 8h ago · The United States imposed sanctions on two Iraqi militia leaders and two former Iraqi provincial governors it accused of human rights abuses and corruption, the U.S. Treasury Department said on Thursday.
Trump Escalates Attacks On Congresswomen At North Carolina Rally
NPR · 8h ago · President Trump said liberal Democrats sought the nation's "destruction" and the audience chanted, "send her back," in reference to four Democratic congresswomen.
Eye Opener: Trump supporters chant "send her back"
· CBS News · 13h ago · President Trump escalates his attacks on four Democratic congresswomen, as supporters chant a new slogan based on his racist tweet. Also, millions are facing dangerous heat waves.
Circle K Mexico apologizes for "sexist" Secretary Day ad
ABC News · 8h ago · Circle K Mexico is apologizing for an advertisement on "Secretary Day" that promoted a deal on chocolate, red wine and condoms
Circle K stores' ditches 'Secretary Day' condom offer
· BBC · 13h ago · The ad urged shoppers to surprise female secretaries with a gift of a wine, chocolate and condoms.
Iran's Press TV shows video of seized foreign oil ship, showing it matches missing UAE-based vessel
ABC News · 8h ago · Iran's Press TV shows video of seized foreign oil ship, showing it matches missing UAE-based vessel
Iran Says Its Revolutionary Guard Seized Foreign Oil Tanker In Strait Of Hormuz
· NPR · 10h ago · Iran alleges that the small Panama-flagged tanker was smuggling some 264,000 gallons of fuel.
Iran Says It Seized Foreign Oil Tanker, Escalating Regional Tensions
· New York Times · 11h ago · It was not clear if the vessel involved, which Iran claimed was smuggling oil, was the United Arab Emirates ship that went missing over the weekend.
Brother Of Suicide Bomber In Manchester Concert Attack Faces Murder Charges
NPR · 9h ago · Hashem Abedi has denied involvement in the 2017 bombing at the end of an Ariana Grande concert that killed 22 people in Manchester, England. He was charged with murdering all of them.
Brother of Manchester suicide bomber appears in court, faces 22 murder charges
· Fox News · 11h ago · The brother of the suicide bomber who killed almost two dozen people at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester two years ago appeared in court Thursday to face 22 charges of murder.
Manchester bomber's brother appears in UK court charged with murder
· Reuters · 15h ago · A man accused of helping his suicide bomber brother plan a deadly 2017 arena attack in the northern city of Manchester appeared in a London court on Thursday.
Struggling with a sanctioned economy, Iranians turn to Bitcoin
Christian Science Monitor · 9h ago · Facing an economy crippled by U.S. sanctions, Iranians are turning to Bitcoin to make extra money. The currency's lack of regulations, however, are making some in the U.S. and Iranian governments wary.
Iranians feeling sanction squeeze turn to Bitcoin, spark concern over 'mining' operations
· Fox News · 12h ago · Iranians feeling the squeeze from U.S. sanctions targeting the Islamic Republic's ailing economy are increasingly turning to such digital currencies as Bitcoin to make money, prompting alarm in and out of the country.
Bitcoin craze hits Iran as US sanctions squeeze weak economy
· ABC News · 18h ago · Iranians feeling the squeeze from US sanctions increasingly turning to digital currencies like Bitcoin to make money
Japanese anime studio hit by deadly suspected arson attack
Christian Science Monitor · 9h ago · A fire at Kyoto Animation, a popular Japanese anime studio, has left 33 dead and 36 injured, some critically. Anime fans around the world have expressed support for the company and anger for the suspected attack.
The distinctive style of the anime studio hit by fire
· BBC · 11h ago · Devotees of the KyoAni studio are pouring out love, support and money in response to the tragedy.
At least 23 die or presumed dead in arson attack at Japanese anime studio
· USA Today · 16h ago · Kyoto fire department official Satoshi Fujiwara says 36 others have been injured, some of them critically.
Sea-Watch captain says hopes for change in EU migrant rules
Reuters · 10h ago · The German captain of a charity rescue ship, under investigation for aiding illegal immigration, said on Thursday she hoped the new EU Commission would work to let boat migrants enter Europe unhindered.
Sea-Watch 3 captain questioned in Italy over aiding migrants
· ABC News · 15h ago · A German humanitarian ship captain who eluded an Italian effort to block her from docking at an Italian port after rescuing migrants is being questioned by Italian prosecutors for allegedly aiding illegal immigration
Burglars rob Puerto Rico police station of guns, ammunition
Washington Post · 10h ago · Puerto Rico’s police department says somebody has broken into a police station and stolen weapons on the southern part of the U.S. territory
Burglars rob Puerto Rico police station of guns, ammunition
· ABC News · 10h ago
Germany probes anti-Israel ‘likes’ by official account
Washington Post · 10h ago · Germany’s Foreign Ministry said Thursday it has opened an investigation after learning that the Twitter account of the country’s mission to the Palestinian territories had “liked” anti-Israel tweets
Germany probes anti-Israel 'likes' by official account
· ABC News · 10h ago · Germany's Foreign Ministry said Thursday it has opened an investigation after learning that the Twitter account of the country's mission to the Palestinian territories had "liked" anti-Israel tweets
Dutch criminal convicted of ordering murder of Iranian
Washington Post · 10h ago · An Amsterdam court has convicted a 38-year-old career criminal of organizing the murder of an Iranian who lived in the Netherlands, but says the motive for the killing remains unclear
Dutch criminal convicted of ordering murder of Iranian
· ABC News · 10h ago
Mexico not ready for safe-third-country agreement with U.S.: ambassador
Reuters · 10h ago · Mexico is not ready to sign a safe-third-country agreement with the Trump administration regarding asylum seekers at their shared border, the Mexican ambassador to the United States said on Thursday ahead of a Monday deadline.
Asylum seekers waiting in Nuevo Laredo fear lurking dangers
· Washington Post · 20h ago · For the 1,800 or so asylum seekers and migrants currently stuck in Nuevo Laredo waiting for a chance at refuge in the United States, fear is palpable and stories of harrowing experiences are common.
Asylum seekers waiting in Nuevo Laredo fear lurking dangers
· ABC News · 20h ago
EU to implement new monitoring system to enforce rule of law
Washington Post · 10h ago · The European Union says it’s implementing a new monitoring system to ensure that all member states are complying with the bloc’s rule of law requirements
EU to implement new monitoring system to enforce rule of law
· ABC News · 10h ago · The European Union says it's implementing a new monitoring system to ensure that all member states are complying with the bloc's rule of law requirements
Iran says it has seized foreign oil tanker and crew
CBS News · 11h ago · Iran's Revolutionary Guard impounded tanker with crew of 12 that it accuses of smuggling oil, Iranian state TV reports
Iran seizes foreign oil tanker in Persian Gulf, 12 on vessel, state media reports
· USA Today · 11h ago · Twelve crews members were on the Panamanian-flagged vessel when it was captured near the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran seizes 'fuel-smuggling' tanker in Gulf
· BBC · 12h ago · The vessel and its 12 crew were smuggling one million litres of fuel, Iran says.
15 killed as van carrying migrants crashes in eastern Turkey
Washington Post · 12h ago · A Turkish official says a van carrying migrants rolled into a roadside ditch in eastern Turkey on Thursday, killing 15 people
Turkish official says 15 migrants are killed in road accident in eastern Turkey
· ABC News · 13h ago · Turkish official says 15 migrants are killed in road accident in eastern Turkey
'No Deal' Brexit will plunge UK into recession
CNN · 12h ago · Leaving the European Union later this year without a Brexit deal would plunge the United Kingdom into recession.
U.K. Faces Recession in No-Deal Brexit, Watchdog Warns
· Bloomberg · 15h ago
UK PM May says Brexit must be delivered in a way that brings country back together
· Reuters · Jul 17, 2019 · Whatever path Britain takes to leaving the European Union must be sustainable for the long term, outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May said on Wednesday, urging compromise over increasing polarization.
Pakistan arrests ex-prime minister on corruption allegations
Washington Post · 12h ago · Authorities in Pakistan have arrested a former prime minister over alleged irregularities related to the import of natural gas from Qatar
Pakistan arrests ex-prime minister on corruption allegations
· ABC News · 13h ago
German police raid suspected Islamic extremists, detain 6
Washington Post · 12h ago · Police in western Germany have raided the apartments of alleged Islamic extremists and detained six people amid suspicions that the group may have been planning an attack
Germany: police search apartments of Islamic extremists
· ABC News · 18h ago · Police say they are searching apartments of Islamic extremists in western Germany amid suspicions of possible plans for an attack
Louvre Museum first to remove Sackler family name after opioid protests
Fox News · 12h ago · France's Louvre Museum in Paris has become the first major institution to remove the Sackler family name after protests erupted against the family that is blamed for the deadly opioid crisis in the United States.
Louvre museum covers Sackler name after opioid protests
· NBC News · 15h ago · A sign listing donors had been removed from its place on the wall, with only the holes and outline remaining.
Louvre museum covers Sackler name after opioid protests
· ABC News · 16h ago · The family are blamed by some for the opioid crisis in the United States.
Pumpsie Green, 1st Black Player On The Boston Red Sox, Dies At 85
NPR · 13h ago · The Boston Red Sox were the last Major League Baseball team to integrate, some 12 years after Jackie Robinson played his first game with the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Pumpsie Green, 1st black player on Boston Red Sox, dies
· USA Today · 22h ago · Elijah "Pumpsie" Green, the first black player on the Boston Red Sox, has died
Pumpsie Green, first black player on Boston Red Sox, dies at 85
· Fox News · 22h ago · Former Boston Red Sox infielder Elijah "Pumpsie" Green, the first black player on the last major league team to field one, has died. He was 85.
Pope Francis has named a new Vatican spokesman, tapping British-born Matteo Bruni
Washington Post · 14h ago · Pope Francis has named a new Vatican spokesman, tapping British-born Matteo Bruni
Pope Francis has named a new Vatican spokesman, tapping British-born Matteo Bruni
· ABC News · 14h ago
7,800 police in Philippines punished for deadly drug raids
Washington Post · 14h ago · Officials say more than 7,800 Philippine police officers have been punished with more than 2,000 of them fired for wrongdoings during raids where drug suspects were killed under the president’s crackdown
7,800 police in Philippines punished for deadly drug raids
· ABC News · 14h ago
Australia says China transfers writer Yang to detention in Beijing
Reuters · 14h ago · China has moved Australian writer Yang Hengjun to a detention center in the capital, Beijing, Australia's foreign ministry said on Thursday, just as a measure to detain him without legal representation was set to expire.
Lawyer says China has charged Chinese-Australian writer
· ABC News · 16h ago · Yang Hengjun has reportedly been charged under state security laws.
Lawyer says China has charged Chinese-Australian writer
· Washington Post · 16h ago · A lawyer says a Chinese-Australian writer detained in Beijing since January has been charged and moved to a different detention center.
Migrants in Libya detention center recount dire conditions
Washington Post · 16h ago · Migrants held in Libyan detention center describe dire conditions, say they face food shortages
Migrants in Libya detention center recount dire conditions
· ABC News · 16h ago
Norway holds Muslim cleric for 4 weeks after Italy trial
Washington Post · 16h ago · A Norwegian court has ordered an Iraqi-born Muslim cleric held in custody for four weeks after he was sentenced to 12 years in prison in Italy for terror offenses
Norway holds Muslim cleric for 4 weeks after Italy trial
· ABC News · 16h ago
Suspected arson at Japanese animation studio kills 1 and injures 35
Los Angeles Times · 19h ago · A man burst into a famous animation studio in Kyoto and started a fire early Thursday, leaving at least one dead and 35 injured, Japanese authorities said.
Japanese Animation Firm Suffers Deadly Arson Attack
· Variety · 19h ago · An arson attack on the Kyoto Animation company on Thursday morning has injured several dozen people and killed at least one. Emergency services in Kyoto City received a call around 10.35 a.m.
23 Die or Are Presumed Dead in Arson at Japan Studio
· Bloomberg · 16h ago
Taliban to talk to Swedish NGO after Afghan clinic closures
Washington Post · 17h ago · Taliban to talk with Swedish non-profit group after insurgent threats closed 42 clinics runs in eastern Afghanistan
Taliban force Swedish charity to close dozens of Afghan health centers
· Reuters · Jul 17, 2019 · Taliban militants have forced a Swedish charity to close dozens of health centers in a central Afghan province, accusing it of failing to provide safety to civilians, the organization said on Wednesday.
Taliban to talk to Swedish NGO after Afghan clinic closures
· ABC News · 17h ago
India reschedules launch of its moon mission for Monday
Washington Post · 17h ago · India’s space agency says it will launch a spacecraft to the south pole of the moon on Monday after an aborted effort this week
India reschedules launch of its moon mission for Monday
· ABC News · 17h ago
US sets tight travel limitations for Iran’s UN diplomats
Washington Post · Jul 17, 2019 · The U.S. is tightly limiting travel by Iranian diplomats visiting and assigned to work at the United Nations, sparking concern from the world body
US sets tight travel limitations for Iran's UN diplomats
· ABC News · Jul 17, 2019
Science
Adorable New Species of Flying Squirrel Discovered in China
Gizmodo · 3h ago · A newly described species of flying squirrel is teaching researchers more about these enigmatic, tree-hopping rodents, but its threatened status means scientists will have to act fast.Read more...
Strong storms also play big role in Antarctic ice shelf collapse
Science Daily · 3h ago · Warming temperatures and changes in ocean circulation and salinity are driving the breakup of ice sheets in Antarctica, but a new study suggests that intense storms may help push the system over the edge.
Maternal race not a factor for children experiencing a 'language gap'
Science Daily · 3h ago · Researchers have discovered that race plays no role in the amount and quality of the words mothers use with their children, or with the language skills their children later develop.
Alzheimer's gene may impact cognitive health before adulthood
Science Daily · 3h ago · A psychologist asserts that those carrying the APOE4 gene score lower on IQ tests during childhood and adolescence. And the effect was stronger in girls than in boys.
Researchers use Twitter and AI to see who is hitting the gym
Science Daily · 3h ago · A new study used machine learning to find and comb through exercise-related tweets from across the United States, unpacking regional and gender differences in exercise types and intensity levels.
The First Investigation Into the Allied Waterloo Field Hospital Is Unearthing Cannonballs—and Limbs
Smithsonian · 4h ago · The dig, conducted by military veterans and service members, suggests just how close Napoleon's forces might have come to victory in the epic battle
Mitchell Feigenbaum, Physicist Who Made Sense of Chaos, Dies at 74
New York Times · 4h ago · His discovery of what seemed at first a mathematical curiosity led to what is known as the Feigenbaum constant, a pattern of chaos found in nature.
New Investigation Answers Pressing Question: Whatever Happened to All of Bob Ross’ Paintings?
Smithsonian · 4h ago · The artist produced almost 30,000 paintings over the course of his lifetime
Chinese space station Tiangong-2 is about to fall from space
New Scientist · 5h ago · The Chinese space agency is getting ready to bring its small space station, Tiangong-2, down from orbit to splash down in the Pacific Ocean on 19 July
Metal oxide-infused membranes could offer low-energy alternative for chemical separations
Science Daily · 5h ago · Researchers are working on membranes that could separate chemicals without using energy-intensive distillation processes.
Health
Trump EPA allows use of controversial pesticide
Reuters · 2h ago · The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday said it will not ban the use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos, which has been linked to health issues in children, from use on U.S.-grown fruits and vegetables.
Trump administration won't ban pesticide tied to childhood brain damage
· The Guardian · 3h ago · Evironmental Protection Agency rejects proposed ban on chlorpyrifos, despite growing evidence of its toxicityThe US government has rejected a proposed ban on a toxic pesticide linked to brain damage in children, dismissing a growing body of research
Congo soldiers, police to enforce Ebola emergency measures
ABC News · 7h ago · Congo soldiers, police to enforce Ebola measures as outbreak declared international emergency
Congo soldiers, police to enforce Ebola emergency measures
· Washington Post · 8h ago
Court upholds 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli's conviction
NBC News · 8h ago · Shkreli was sentenced to seven years in prison last year for his conviction on charges he looted a drug company he founded.
'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli loses appeal of conviction, sentence
· Reuters · 10h ago · A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld the conviction and seven-year prison term of Martin Shkreli, the former pharmaceutical executive known as "Pharma Bro," for defrauding investors in hedge funds he founded.
Shkreli lawyer disappointed by upheld conviction
· ABC News · 8h ago · Martin Shkreli's lawyer has expressed disappointment after a federal appeals court upheld the securities fraud conviction against the former drug company CEO.
Martin Shkreli’s Conviction Is Upheld by U.S. Appeals Court
· Bloomberg · 10h ago
Teen’s Two-Pod A Day Juul Addiction Caused Massive Stroke, Lawsuit Says
Forbes · 1h ago · The stroke required three brain surgeries and left the plaintiff with left side paralysis, speech impairment and a 50% loss of vision from both eyes, the lawsuit alleges.
EPA rejects challenge of pesticide linked to brain damage
ABC News · 2h ago · EPA is rejecting legal challenges by environmental groups seeking a ban of a pesticide linked to brain damage in children.
Oklahoma County seeking lawsuit against opioid manufacturers
ABC News · 3h ago · Oklahoma County has joined more than 50 other cities and counties in the state to prosecute opioid manufacturers for damages caused by the opioid epidemic
Night shifts, long hours linked to miscarriages and preterm births
Reuters · 3h ago · - Pregnant women who work nights or long hours may be more likely to have a miscarriage or preterm delivery than mothers with day jobs, a research review suggests.
Woman who wore contact lenses while showering, swimming nearly blinded in one eye from rare infection
Fox News · 5h ago · Heads up, contact lens wearers: A woman in England was nearly blinded in one eye after contracting a serious but rare infection likely caused by wearing her contact lenses in the pool and shower.
Women doctors skip conferences because of family responsibilities
Reuters · 5h ago · - Female cancer experts are more likely than their male colleagues to skip scientific meetings that could offer networking opportunities and a chance to catch up with the latest developments in their field, a new study finds.
Second opioid distributor charged over U.S. overdose crisis
Reuters · 6h ago · An Ohio drug wholesale distributor and two former executives on Thursday were charged with profiting from the U.S. opioid epidemic by selling millions of pills despite signs the addictive drugs were being misused.
Books
28 Art Exhibitions to View in N.Y.C. This Weekend
New York Times · 3h ago · Our guide to new art shows and some that will be closing soon.
11 New Books We Recommend This Week
New York Times · 5h ago · Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
"The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise": Dan Gemeinhart on the line between truth and fiction
Amazon Book Review · 6h ago · The author of our top pick for kids books so far this year shares the story behind the story.
Beat the Heat With These 10 Must-See Art Shows
New York Times · 7h ago · Find a cool reprieve — and endless stimulation — at these exhibitions in New York City.
Best literature and fiction of July
Amazon Book Review · 8h ago · A heart-wrenching novel about a unique family living off the grid in Appalachia Ohio; a story that expertly explores the highs and lows of romantic and familial love; a book senior editor Chris Schluep has dubbed "the great Pacific Northwest novel," and more.
New York Galleries: What to See Right Now
New York Times · 8h ago · Joseph Elmer Yoakum’s delirious vistas; Olga Balema’s discreet sculptures; and a 12-artist show, “Just Painting,” rich with visual echoes.
When You Display Ai Weiwei, Beware of Cats
New York Times · 8h ago · For the sake of their collection, Trey and Jenny Laird had to crawl around to retrieve hundreds of pieces of a tabletop work upset by a pet.
Stephen King Reviews Laura Lippman’s New Novel, ‘Lady in the Lake’
New York Times · 9h ago · An intrepid newspaper reporter — juggling work, desire, ambition and family — investigates two murders in mid-1960s Baltimore.
World Cup countdown starts for South Africa, Australia at Ellis Park
Reuters · 9h ago · South Africa and Australia ramp up their World Cup preparations when they clash in their opening game of the shortened Rugby Championship season at Ellis Park on Saturday, for which both sides have made surprise selections.
Chuck Klosterman Likes Writers Who Aren’t Self-Absorbed Sociopaths
New York Times · 10h ago · The cultural critic and author, most recently, of the story collection “Raised in Captivity” also says that he trusts librarians’ literary opinions: “They have no agenda and plenty of free time.”
Lifestyle
The Best Counter-Depth Refrigerators of 2019
Forbes · 1h ago · Standard kitchen counter depth is 24 inches and these refrigerators are a great fit.
Review: Pour-Over Coffee Makers vs. French Press Coffee Makers
Forbes · 2h ago · Do you prefer to press your coffee when you brew it or pour water through a filter? Here's what to know about both methods.
Why ‘Chef Awards’ Matter Beyond Restaurants—And Why We Need To Get Them Right
Forbes · 3h ago · It’s odd explaining what ‘chef awards’ are exactly. How many times can I go “they’re like the Oscars of the food world” without sounding like a culinary industry douche? Sacré bleu.
The Best Air Fryer Toaster Ovens
Forbes · 3h ago · How do you top a quality air fryer? By combining it with a toaster oven. Here are the best combo devices.
There Was Another Concert in 1969 That Changed Pop Music
Bloomberg · 4h ago
BAH-Dump, BAH-Dump, BAH-Dump...Celebrate Shark Week With A Jaws-Dropping Brew
Forbes · 8h ago · A Colorado brewery has created a cherry, red-hued beer with a salty tinge to celebrate Shark Week. The limited edition release brew will benefit sharks through Project AWARE.
Consumers Are Drinking Less Wine. That's Good For Wine Business, In Unexpected Ways.
Forbes · 8h ago · How does drinking less wine bode well for the wine business? It's about drinking responsibly, and in commiseration with the demographic of consumers focused on a healthier lifestyle.
Regulatory Landscape Brightens For Ag Biotechs
Forbes · 8h ago · A recent Executive Order lays out a process for three agencies to work with the United States Trade Representative, our chief trade negotiating agency, to develop a strategy “to remove unjustified trade barriers and expand markets for products of agricultural biotechnology.”
Couple Money Fights: How Much Did That Hotel Room Really Cost?
Forbes · 10h ago · Do you ever find yourself fighting with your spouse after a trip? Do you have a financial hangover after all the money you've spent on that weekend away? How much will a hotel stay actually cost you and your relationship?
Merlot In Napa Valley - Will It Ever Be Taken As Seriously As Cabernet Sauvignon?
Forbes · 10h ago · Merlot made as a varietal wine (it must be at least 75% Merlot to be labeled as such in California), can be a glorious wine as well, with the finest examples having the potential to drink well for a decade or more.
Travel
Airline charges passenger over $100,000, alleges 'aggressive, abusive and dangerous behavior'
USA Today · 10h ago · A passenger accused of severe misbehavior on a Jet2 flight that had to return to London’s Stansted Airport has received a huge bill from the airline.
Jet2 sends big bill to passenger for flight return to London
· Washington Post · 12h ago · A passenger accused of misbehavior on a Jet2 flight that had to return to London’s Stansted Airport in June has received a huge bill from the airline.
Adorable baby zoo animals to visit around the US
USA Today · 3h ago · Need a smile? See baby animals born throughout the U.S. this summer. Scaly, furry, feathery, tiny or big: Which is your favorite?
Gatwick called 'neighbour from hell' as it confirms plan to use emergency runway for routine flights
The Independent UK · 3h ago · An extra 109,000 flights every year could be accommodated if plan approved
5 Beautiful Hotel And Resort Spas In Europe With Unforgettable Views
Forbes · 3h ago · From Italy to Switzerland, Europe's stunning hotel spas offer massages, facials, and wellness treatments with a big side of stunning views.
Why Don't Motorcyclists Wear Gear That Can Save Their Lives?
Forbes · 4h ago · Most motorcyclists are reluctant to wear high-visibility gear, according to a newly released report.
Fort Lauderdale tourists evacuated from hotels after water main break cripples beach town
USA Today · 4h ago · Fort Lauderdale, Florida,hotels are evacuating guests after a water main break has threatened an area water outage.
Dominican Republic to enhance food and drink inspections after tourist deaths
USA Today · 5h ago · The Dominican Republicis amping up safety measures, including enhancing food and rink inspections, after a spate of tourist deaths.
Profiles From A Wine Festival: The People You Meet At Oregon’s International Pinot Noir Celebration Are As Important As The Wine
Forbes · 5h ago · Early in July, over 5000 bottles of wine arrive in McMinnville Oregon, representing 75 wineries from 8 countries, that will be served at the three days of tastings, seminars, Grand Dinner and Salmon Bake that make up this year’s 33rd annual International Pinot Noir Celebration.
Is This The World’s Most Photogenic Spa?
Forbes · 6h ago · Wedged within gigantic granite boulders and tangles of untamed jungle on the edge of the Indian Ocean, the spa at Six Senses Zil Pasyon is one of the world’s most dramatic and surreal.
Drive-in movie theaters in (almost) every state
USA Today · 6h ago · Across the country, drive-in movie theaters are closing up shop. Here's where you can still catch a flick from the comfort of your own car.
Opinion
A Rush to Drill, Just Because We Can
New York Times · 1h ago · There is no good reason to disturb the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
FaceApp Shows We Care About Privacy but Don’t Understand It
New York Times · 2h ago · There are good lessons to learn from an overblown controversy.
The Unusual Courtship of China's ESports Queen
Bloomberg · 2h ago
Netflix Tumbles Into the Upside Down
Bloomberg · 4h ago
Another Notch for ‘Central Banks Have No Ammo’
Bloomberg · 4h ago
Trump Voters Are Not the Only Voters
New York Times · 5h ago · They are, in fact, in the minority — so why do the media and Democratic leaders seem so obsessed with them?
What I Learned Photographing Death
New York Times · 5h ago · Documenting the final moments between critically ill children and their families helped me come to terms with my cancer diagnosis.
The Fed Has No Interest in Regulating Facebook’s Libra
Bloomberg · 7h ago
How Sarajevo’s upcoming Pride march could turn the tables on ethnonationalism
Washington Post · 8h ago · The last time an overtly pro-LGBT public gathering occurred in Bosnia, an angry mob attacked those present.
Mexico turns its back on migrants, emboldening Trump
Washington Post · 8h ago · Trump could now point to Mexico’s appetite for enforcement as a validation of his own punitive approach to immigration.
Features
Where the Bodies Are Buried
Longform · 7h ago · In 1910, East Texas saw one of America’s deadliest post-Reconstruction racial purges. One survivor’s descendants have waged an uphill battle for generations to unearth that violent past.
The New Prospectors
Longform · 9h ago · Every year, members of the Gold Prospectors Association of America pack up their RVs in search of adventure, friendship, and a bucketful of pay dirt.
Fiction Pick of the Week: "Four Crônicas"
Longform · 10h ago · Examinations of literature, philosophy, and the self.
‘Something’s Got to Give’: Redux
Longreads · 11h ago · “Get me out of here — I’m losing it!”
A Once and Future Beef
Longreads · 13h ago · Beef is a major culprit of the climate crisis, but if you want to consider beef’s future, then look to its past. The industry’s tactics have not changed as much as you might think.
American Green
Longreads · 14h ago · How did the plain green lawn become the central landscaping feature in America, and what is the ecological cost?
Bundyville: The Remnant, Chapter Four: The Preacher and the Politician
Longreads · 14h ago · If America collapses, some see that as an opportunity to reboot society. They say they have God on their side.
Longform Podcast #351: Josh Levin
Longform · Jul 17, 2019 · Josh Levin is the national editor at Slate. He is the host of the podcast Hang Up and Listen and the author of The Queen: The Forgotten Life Behind an American Myth.
This Month In Books: ‘You Talk a Lot Don’t You?’
Longreads · Jul 17, 2019 · This month’s books newsletter is pretty chatty for a topic that’s supposedly the pastime of introverts!
The super fly that could feed us, end waste and make plastic and fuel
New Scientist · Jul 17, 2019 · The black soldier fly is the next big thing in sustainability, digesting waste products with minimal greenhouse gas emission. Farming them could save the world