Democratic Senate nominee faces rape allegation
NBC News · Jul 6, 2026 · Democrat Graham Platner is denying a rape allegation while saying he's reassessing his campaign. NBC News Ryan Nobles reports.
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What Graham Platner’s collapse means for the Democrats
· The Economist · Jul 7, 2026 · The party is desperate to replace their Senate candidate in Maine
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Politico · Jul 7, 2026 ·
The race to replace Graham Platner has already begun
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The embattled Democratic Senate candidate has not dropped out of the race.
Maryland lawmakers to meet in August for special session on redistricting
ABC News · Jul 7, 2026 · Maryland lawmakers will meet for a special session next month to consider a constitutional amendment dealing with future congressional redistricting
Trump administration abruptly cancels grants for teen pregnancy prevention
NPR · 11h ago · Health departments, universities and nonprofit grantees had spent months adapting to President Trump's executive orders. They say the funding cut was completely unexpected.
Trump says he doesn't want anything to do with Spain: 'Cut off all trade'
CNBC · 11h ago · U.S. President Donald Trump slammed Spain for not contributing enough to NATO, as he attended the defense alliance summit in Turkey.
Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson on calls for Platner to drop out of race
NPR · 11h ago · NPR's A Martinez speaks with former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat who campaigned for Graham Platner and filed to become a potential replacement for Platner on the U.S. Senate ballot.
Denmark says it will defend Greenland as Trump threatens to revive NATO crisis
Washington Post · 11h ago · Shortly after arriving at a NATO meeting in Turkey, Trump restarted the divisive fight, telling reporters that Greenland “should be controlled by the United States, not by Denmark.”
Succession fight under way as Bernie Sanders calls for Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race – US politics live
The Guardian · 12h ago · Vermont senator is latest figure to call for Democratic nominee to step down after sexual assault allegationsPresident Donald Trump has sharply escalated his warnings about a “communist takeover” of the Democratic party ahead of November’s m
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over during angry broadside at Nato summit
The Guardian · 12h ago · President calls Iranian leadership ‘scum’, rails against alliance, repeats demand for Greenland and threatens SpainMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesEurope live – latest updatesDonald Trump has declared that the ceasefire with Iran is o
Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over' after latest round of strikes
CNBC · 12h ago · The president was asked about the ceasefire after an escalation of fighting in the Middle East.
Iran Ceasefire Over, Platner Replacements Emerge, Olympic Committee Lifts Russia Ban
NPR | Podcast | Up First · 12h ago · President Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over at the NATO summit this morning, after the two sides traded heavy strikes overnight.Maine Democrats appear ready to move on from Graham Platner, who still hasn't said whether he'll drop his Sena
Nation
Trump says ceasefire is 'over' after US and Iran trade strikes
BBC · 12h ago · Speaking ahead of a Nato summit, the president says US negotiators can keep talking with the Iranians "if they want".
Trump says ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is over
· NPR · 13h ago · Speaking to the press from Turkey, President Trump said Wednesday morning that the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is over. But he didn't rule out talks continuing to end the war with Iran.
Charges against dad who drove family off cliff dropped after mental health treatment
ABC News · Jul 7, 2026 · A judge has dismissed all charges against a California radiologist accused of trying to kill his family by driving his Tesla off a cliff in 2023
License of Utah school where Paris Hilton alleged she was abused is revoked
CBS News · 20h ago · Utah has revoked the license of a boarding school where Paris Hilton said she was abused as a teenager, saying the school has "failed to provide applicable health and safety services for clients."
Utah boarding school where Paris Hilton alleged abuse as a teen loses its licence
· BBC · 20h ago · Hilton said the facility "failed the children", as regulators cited neglect and use of unnecessary restraints.
Chabria: UC could go back to using the SAT and ACT for admissions. Here's why that doesn't add up
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · UC is not Harvard, and was never meant to embody that type of self-perpetuating exclusivity disguised as a meritocracy.
Immigrant detainees in California win key workplace safety settlement
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · A settlement announced this week now affirms that private immigrant detention facilities are subject to California's workplace safety and health requirements.
This factory was severely short on workers. Then it offered flexible work
NPR · 13h ago · A GE Appliances plant in rural northwest Georgia was short hundreds of workers amid COVID-19. A flexible work option where some workers can sign up for shifts through an app has eased the pain.
AI regulations do little to change what people see amid questions about political use
NPR · 13h ago · The regulation of AI use in Michigan and other states may not make a difference in what people see, raising questions over whether AI campaign parodies are political satire or something darker.
Ohio entrepreneur wants to bring 'farm-to-table' concept to clothing industry
NPR · 13h ago · The farm-to-table movement has been around for decades. An Ohio entrepreneur wants to replicate its success with clothing by building a regional textile economy.
Coastal communities spending millions to fight onslaught of seaweed
NPR · 13h ago · Beach towns along the Atlantic Ocean are adjusting to large amounts of seaweed that floats onto their beaches each summer. It's sargassum season.
In Massachusetts, the season's first blueberries help scientist track climate change
NPR · 13h ago · The nation's oldest continuously operated weather observatory in Milton, Massachusetts, keeps track of a surprising climate indicator: the date the first blueberry ripens.
Business
China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
CBS News · 11h ago · A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
China warns about AI risks with Anthropic's Claude Code
· CNBC · 14h ago · China said specific versions of Claude Code posed back-door vulnerabilities that could send sensitive information to a remote server.
Play Shuffalo: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
New Yorker · Jul 7, 2026 · Can you make a longer word with each new letter?
Today’s Wordle #1832 Hints And Answer For Thursday, June 25
· Forbes · Jun 24, 2026 · Looking for help with today's New York Times Wordle? Here are some expert hints, clues and commentary to help you solve today's Wordle and sharpen your guessing game.
Indonesia Faces Possible Cut to Frontier Market by S&P Dow Jones
Bloomberg · 19h ago
Indonesia’s stock market hit with second downgrade warning
· Financial Times · 20h ago · S&P Dow Jones follows MSCI in putting south-east Asian market on watchlist for reclassification to ‘frontier’
Dream Finders Homes Boosts Bid for Beazer Homes to $875 Million
Bloomberg · 11h ago
US Heat Sends Power Demand Far Beyond Forecasts
Bloomberg · 11h ago
'My Father Did Not Deserve This': Family Demands Answers After ICE Agent Kills Motorist In Houston
International Business Times · 11h ago · A fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Houston has triggered federal investigations and calls for transparency as the family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo disputes the agency's account of events.
State Bank of India Draws Over $1.5 Billion in Offshore Deposits
Bloomberg · 11h ago
Weekly mortgage demand drops as rates remain stuck in a narrow range
CNBC · 11h ago · Mortgage rates barely moved last week and haven't moved much in more than a month. That is resulting in lackluster mortgage demand.
Allianz Unit to Cut as Many as 1,800 Jobs in Push to Adopt AI
Bloomberg · 11h ago
The number of job titles that involve AI, even outside the tech world, is surging
NBC News · 11h ago · New data from job board Indeed finds the number of jobs that have listings with “AI” in the title have tripled from 2022 to 2026, from less than 3% to more than 8%.
Technology
Over 140 Celebrities Attended Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding: Everyone We Know
NBC News · Jul 6, 2026 · Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married July 3. Here’s a list of all the celebrities who attended.
New details on Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's wedding, from the venue to the ceremony
· CBS News · Jul 6, 2026 · After weeks of speculation, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce officially tied the knot at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Lilia Luciano has more on the venue's transformation, guest list and the couple's vows.
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Rolling Stone · 23h ago ·
Every Country Star at Taylor Swift’s Wedding, Explained
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Nashville was out in force at Madison Square Garden to celebrate the pop star's union with Travis Kelce. For those who've forgotten how deep her country roots go, here's a reminder
International Business Times · Jul 6, 2026 ·
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding Branded 'Tacky' as Insiders Reveal Buffet Detail That Shocked Guests
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding buffet choice caused debate, with some guests criticising it as 'tacky' despite the event's luxurious setting and star-studded guest list.
Business Insider · Jul 6, 2026 ·
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce releasing a wedding documentary? Here's what we know.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce had a blowout wedding on Fourth of July weekend at Madison Square Garden. Could documentary footage be coming?
Apple’s Chip Deal With Broadcom Expected to Exceed $30 Billion
Bloomberg · 12h ago
Apple to Spend $30 Billion on U.S.-Made Chips From Broadcom
· Wall Street Journal · 12h ago
Another Wave Of Double-Digit Obamacare Rate Hikes Coming For 2027
Forbes · 13h ago · Health insurers selling Obamacare are proposing another year of double-digit percentage premium increases for 2027, a new KFF analysis shows.
Obamacare Insurers Seek Big Rate Hikes, Again
· Wall Street Journal · 13h ago
SambaNova hits $11 billion valuation as investors back Nvidia chip challengers
CNBC · 14h ago · SambaNova is valued at $11 billion after fresh financing led by General Atlantic, as AI chip startups look to challenge Nvidia.
Google and RWE Back German Nuclear Startup Proxima Fusion at €2.4 Billion Valuation
· Bloomberg · Jul 6, 2026
AI Coding Is Starting To Feel Like A Gamble
Forbes · 11h ago · AI can help teams move faster, but speed alone does not solve the harder problem of understanding what has actually been built.
Samsung Sends Chip Investors on Another Roller Coaster Ride
Bloomberg · 11h ago
LG Micro RGB Evo Review: Brilliant, Bright, Not Budget-Friendly
Wired · 11h ago · It’s hard to say if the pricey LG Micro RGB Evo television is worth shelling out for compared to its cheaper competitors, but you’ll probably enjoy its color-popping display.
Pickup Artist Mystery Has an AI Girlfriend
Wired · 11h ago · A new book claims that Mystery, who teaches awkward men how to hit on women, had sex and smoked weed with an AI chatbot named Miss Shira Always.
The Model Isn't The Moat: Data, Domain And Distribution Are In The Age Of Agents
Forbes · 11h ago · The model will keep getting cheaper and better for everyone. Plan as if it's free, then ask what you have that isn't.
The robotaxi law that could ban Tesla
The Verge · 11h ago · For more than a decade, one question has loomed over the race to build autonomous vehicles: Are cameras alone enough to safely replace human drivers, or do truly driverless cars need additional, overlapping sensors like lidar and radar to navigate th
Entertainment
Paris Court Of Appeal Rules Bolloré Does Not Exercise Control Over Vivendi Removing Obligation For Multibillion Buyout… For Now
Deadline Hollywood · 11h ago · The Paris Court of Appeal ruled on Wednesday that French tycoon Vincent Bolloré and his Bolloré Group do not exercise control over media and entertainment group Vivendi.
Bolloré Wins Paris Court Ruling Over Vivendi Control Dispute
· Bloomberg · 13h ago
Mubi Acquires ‘Making Marie Antoinette,’ Eleanor Coppola’s Behind-the-Scenes Doc About Sofia Coppola’s Oscar-Winning Film
Variety · 12h ago · Mubi has acquired worldwide rights for “Making Marie Antoinette,” a behind-the-scenes look at Sofia Coppola’s Oscar-winning film “Marie Antoinette.” The documentary, which marks the 20th anniversary of “Marie Antoinette,” is built from
Mubi Takes Worldwide To Eleanor Coppola’s Documentary ‘Making Marie Antoinette’
· Deadline Hollywood · 13h ago · Mubi has acquired global rights to Making Marie Antoinette directed by the late Eleanor Coppola. Making Marie Antoinette is a behind the scenes look at Sofia Coppola’s Oscar winning 2006 film Marie Antoinette, and was shot by Eleanor Coppola.
Paweł Pawlikowski’s ‘Fatherland’ To Open Sarajevo Film Festival
Deadline Hollywood · 13h ago · Paweł Pawlikowski’sFatherlandis set to open the 32ndSarajevo Film Festival and the Polish helmer is set to personally welcome audiences at the gala screening on August 14.
Paweł Pawlikowski’s ‘Fatherland’ to Open the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival
· Variety · 13h ago · “Fatherland,” the latest film by Oscar-winning Polish director Paweł Pawlikowski, will open the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival. The director will attend the gala screening on Aug.
Destroying the Privacy LED on Meta Smart Glasses Will No Longer Enable Creepiness
Gizmodo · 13h ago · ...until someone finds yet another workaround.
Meta’s glasses will turn off the camera if you tamper with the privacy light
· The Verge · 22h ago · Amid public backlash over its smart glasses, Meta announced that it will be updating its glasses with a new feature that will disable the camera when it detects that someone has tampered with or destroyed the glasses' privacy LED light.
'A Complete and Obvious Whitewash': Prince Harry Reportedly Trashes High Court Judge After Crushing £50M Daily Mail Loss
International Business Times · 11h ago · Prince Harry blasts a High Court 'whitewash' after losing his £50m phone hacking case against the Daily Mail, as the judge throws out all 97 claims and a huge costs battle looms.
Audiences Worldwide Are Still Getting Lost in ‘Backrooms’
Gizmodo · 11h ago · Kane Parsons' eerie thriller continues to rack up returns for A24.
Can the Next Cheap PCs Beat the MacBook Neo? It’s Not Looking Good.
Gizmodo · 11h ago · Intel’s cheaper Wildcat Lake chips don’t quite match the MacBook Neo in pure performance.
Emmy Nominations 2026 (Updating Live)
Variety · 11h ago · After months of FYC screenings, panels, billboards, pop-up events, podcasts and ads, the 78th Emmy nominations are finally here. Previous Emmy winners Liza Colón-Zayas (“The Bear”) and Jeff Hiller (“Somebody Somewhere”) were set to announce
PBS, BBC Set New ‘Nova’ Evolution Science Series Tracing ‘The Epic Journey of Life’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety · 11h ago · PBS science strand “Nova” is set to explore the “epic journey of life” in a new series about evolution. “Nova: Evolution” is a five-part series from the GBH documentary unit together with the BBC and BBC Studios, which will trace the deve
Laika’s ‘Wildwood’ May Be Longest Stop-Motion Film Ever Made
Gizmodo · 12h ago · Plus, Jason David Frank's 'Legend of the White Dragon' comes to theaters this August.
Sports
Shohei Ohtani hits milestone homer, Justin Wrobleski makes All-Star case in Dodgers' loss
Los Angeles Times · 17h ago · Shohei Ohtani hits his 300th homer, Justin Wrobleski pitches seven strong innings, but defensive lapses lead to Dodgers' loss to Rockies.
Shohei Ohtani hits his 300th career homer, a leadoff shot for Dodgers star against the Rockies
· ABC News · 18h ago · Shohei Ohtani has hit his 300th career homer, a leadoff shot against Colorado Rockies pitcher Michael Lorenzen
Social Media's 'Big Tobacco Moment': Meta Faces $1.4 Trillion Fine for Allegedly Fueling Teen Suicide and Addiction
International Business Times · 11h ago · Meta warns a US court it could face $1.4trn in penalties in a landmark teen mental health case as 29 states accuse the Facebook owner of addicting and harming young users.
Arellano: The Trump 'curse' at the World Cup is his latest red card against Americans
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · For the past 11 years, I've waited for a scandal, a slip up, a moment of clarity that would finally make President Trump's supporters realize that their man is charlatan.
World Cup venues must hide logos and ads. But it's giving some brands more attention
NPR · 13h ago · World Cup venues must cover up all branding for companies that aren't FIFA sponsors, all the way down to the logos on the stadium seats. NPR's A Martinez speaks to marketing professor Andrew Rohm.
As Europe sizzles, Tour de France riders feel the heat
NPR · 13h ago · NPR's Michel Martin talks with freelance cycling journalist Andy McGrath about how a heatwave throughout Europe is affecting the Tour de France.
Jakob Marsee hits deep game-ending single in 10th to give Marlins 6-5 win over Mariners
ABC News · 15h ago · Jakob Marsee hit a game-ending single off the wall in right field in the 10th inning, and the Miami Marlins beat the Seattle Mariners 6-5 on Tuesday night
Tolbert ties MLB record with hits in 12 straight plate appearances as Royals rally past Mets 16-12
ABC News · 15h ago · Tyler Tolbert tied a major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, finishing 5-for-6 on Tuesday night and powering the Kansas City Royals to a wild, 16-12 comeback win over the New York Mets
Sydney Taylor scores 10 of her 16 points in the 3rd quarter and the Sky beat the Mercury 77-66
ABC News · 15h ago · Sydney Taylor scored 10 of her 16 points in the third quarter, Natasha Cloud finished with 11 points and six assists, and the Chicago Sky beat the Phoenix Mercury 77-66
Royals outfielder Tyler Tolbert makes MLB history with hit in 12 consecutive plate appearances
CBS News · 20h ago · Tolbert was a career .247 hitter without a homer in 85 at-bats at the big-league level before he started this streak
Ryan O'Hearn makes Pirates history with 10-RBI game, helps Paul Skenes pick up first win in two months
CBS News · 21h ago · Pittsburgh had lost nine straight Skenes starts, but that streak is now broken thanks to a historic night from O'Hearn
World
Trump says ceasefire with Iran over, calls negotiations "waste of time"
CBS News · 11h ago · Oil prices shot up 5% after President Trump said the ceasefire with Iran, in his view, was over, and he called it "a waste of time dealing with them."
Trump says Iran ceasefire is ‘over’
· Politico · 12h ago · The president calls Iran’s leaders “liars” and says dealing with Tehran is simply a “waste of time.”
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
CBS News · 23h ago · The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices jump 5% after U.S. revokes Iran oil sanctions waiver following ship attacks
· NBC News · Jul 7, 2026 · Oil prices jumped 5% after attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz prompted the Trump administration to revoke a sanctions waiver on sales of Iranian oil.
Oil surges 6% and stocks tumble after Trump says Iran ceasefire is ‘over’
NBC News · 12h ago · The price of oil surged more than 6% on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said that the ceasefire deal with Iran was “over” after the two countries trades strikes following attacks on three oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices jump nearly 6% after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'over'
· ABC News · 13h ago · Oil prices have surged nearly 6% after U.S. President Donald Trump said the interim agreement with Iran is “over,” though he will allow talks to continue
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Wall Street Journal · Jul 7, 2026 ·
U.S. Launches Strikes on Iran in Response to Ship Attacks in Hormuz
Telegram used to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say
CBS News · 12h ago · The suspects posted videos of their attacks and referred to women as "cars," sedatives as "fuel" and rape as "driving," according to court documents.
Telegram used to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say
· ABC News · 16h ago · A German investigation into an online predator network that thrived on the messaging app Telegram for years has led to the convictions of three alleged members of the group's inner circle and the ongoing trial of a fourth man in Berlin
Denmark PM vows to defend Greenland after Trump revives push for U.S. control
CNBC · 15h ago · Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen delivered a rebuke to President Donald Trump's latest push for U.S. control of Greenland.
Danish PM says Greenland is 'not for sale' as Trump joins NATO leaders in Turkey
· ABC News · 16h ago · Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen rejected renewed demands by President Donald Trump that the U.S. should take control of Greenland from NATO ally Denmark
A Boeing 737 plane has disappeared off the coast of Pakistan
Business Insider · 17h ago · The K2 Airways cargo plane from Pakistan, carrying five crew members, was recorded rapidly descending before losing contact.
Search for missing cargo plane
· NBC News · 23h ago · A cargo plane with five crew members has gone missing off Pakistan’s coast. NBC News’ Tom Costello has the late details.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Wedding Revelations: Donna Kelce Reportedly Forced to Sign NDA, Surrender Phone at Son's $50m Nuptials
International Business Times · 11h ago · Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's $50m Madison Square Garden wedding left the Kelce family 'overwhelmed' amid strict NDAs, phone bans and fierce backlash in New York.
Trump says ceasefire with Iran is over, calling its leaders ‘scum’
Washington Post · 11h ago · The president declared an end to the truce at a NATO summit in Turkey after the U.S. and Iran exchanged dozens of strikes overnight, raising the prospect of major renewed hostilities.
Russian attacks kill 3 across Ukraine, strikes Kyiv for second consecutive night
ABC News · 11h ago · Russian attacks across Ukraine have killed three people, including one in Kyiv, during a second consecutive night of strikes on the capital
'Sorry But You Are Late': King Charles Reportedly Reaches Breaking Point, Rejects Prince Harry's Last-Minute Palace Demand
International Business Times · 12h ago · King Charles reportedly denied Prince Harry's last-minute request for palace accommodation, highlighting tensions and logistical challenges during the Duke's solo UK visit.
Science
Creatine doesn't just build muscle. It may also help fight cancer
Science Daily · 13h ago · Scientists have discovered that creatine may strengthen one of the immune system's most important cancer-fighting pathways by energizing dendritic cells that activate killer T cells.
Can't stick to a diet? Intermittent fasting may be easier than counting calories for weight loss
Science Daily · 13h ago · Intermittent fasting helped people lose as much weight as calorie restriction, but without the same feeling of constantly controlling their food intake.
Student-Athlete Detained By ICE Over Visa Questions In Dramatic Targeted Enforcement Operation, Family Seeks Legal Support
International Business Times · 14h ago · Savannah State University student-athlete Johan Sandoval was detained by ICE for alleged visa violations, prompting community support and a fundraising campaign for his legal costs.
Ancient DNA reveals the mysterious collapse of Europe's megalith builders
Science Daily · 14h ago · DNA from a 5,000-year-old French megalithic tomb reveals that the people buried before and after a population collapse were genetically unrelated, pointing to a major migration after a devastating crisis.
New weight loss pill beats oral Ozempic in major trial
Science Daily · 17h ago · A new once-daily weight-loss pill called orforglipron delivered better weight loss and blood sugar improvements than the leading oral semaglutide in a major clinical trial.
New AI model reveals how neutron star mergers forge heavy elements
Science Daily · 18h ago · Researchers have created an AI-based simulation that makes it much faster to model how neutron star mergers produce many of the universe's heaviest elements.
Cottonwood Fire Chars Utah
NASA · 18h ago · The blaze burned more than 150 square miles and swept through parts of a ski resort.
Schrödinger’s anthill: Quantum entanglement found in a crystal large enough to hold
Science Daily · 22h ago · A centimeter-sized crystal has revealed clear signs of quantum entanglement, showing that large, everyday objects can display surprisingly deep quantum behavior.
Incredible new material makes heat programmable
Science Daily · 23h ago · A newly developed material can control and "program" heat, allowing it to direct thermal radiation, switch modes, and remember its settings without continuous power.
Bumblebees collect up to 7 times more toxic metals than honeybees
Science Daily · Jul 7, 2026 · Bumblebees are picking up dramatically more toxic heavy metals than honeybees, even when both species forage in the same places. Researchers warn that this hidden pollution could quietly reduce their ability to find food, reproduce, and keep colonies healthy.
Health
A spirit of resilience helps Venezuelans face healthcare challenges after the quakes
NPR · 11h ago · The economic collapse of Venezuela has pushed its healthcare system to the brink. The disaster is now adding to the stress.
What's the deal with ... coffee enemas?
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · Are coffee enemas actually good for you? We look into the buzz and examine the science, risks and benefits behind the controversial gut-health trend.
Contributor: The crucial medical question that AI can't ever answer
Los Angeles Times · 12h ago · AI can be very knowledgeable. Doctors can have excellent judgment. But ultimately the patient's own priorities often determine which treatment approach is best.
What's behind the push to make peptide therapies more readily available
NPR · 12h ago · Marketed for longevity and wellness benefits, the unproven therapies are sold through a grey market online. Compounding pharmacies say they should be able to make them legally to meet demand.
Looming Medicaid cuts put care for people with disabilities at risk
NBC News · 23h ago · NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports for our series “The Cost of Denial” on the planned Medicaid cuts in the state of Maryland that could devastate families of people with disabilities.
Environmental justice group sues California over carbon market overhaul
Los Angeles Times · Jul 7, 2026 · The lawsuit claims that California's air regulator rushed changes to its signature cap-and-invest program without proper environmental review.
Fans slam FIFA's cooling breaks. Why the U.S. World Cup team doctor disagrees
Los Angeles Times · Jul 7, 2026 · This year's World Cup, hosted across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, is the hottest played since the tournament began in 1930. If venues are air conditioned, are FIFA's hydration breaks necessary?
Trying to avoid cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands, wash your produce
NPR · Jul 7, 2026 · NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Kali Kniel, professor of microbial food safety at the University of Delaware, about recent outbreaks of cyclosporiasis across the U.S.
Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Kneeland had early stage CTE at time of death
ABC News · Jul 7, 2026 · Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland had a brain abnormality linked to repeated concussions when he killed himself after a high-speed chase with police in November 2025
What to know about Legionnaires' disease making people sick on New York's Upper East Side
ABC News · Jul 7, 2026 · A Legionnaires’ disease cluster in New York City has sickened more than 20 people in two Upper East Side neighborhoods
Books
Daniel Mason riffs on the absurdities of academic culture in ‘Country People’
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 7, 2026 · “Country People” charmingly sends up the urban-rural divide as a pair of academics from the West Coast move to a quirky Vermont town.
10 new books you won't want to miss in July
NPR · Jul 7, 2026 · July's crop of notable releases features new work from Colson Whitehead, Sigrid Nuñez, Daniel Mason and Nathaniel Rich. Plus, new nonfiction from award-winning journalists.
What a divorce coach wishes couples knew before ending a marriage
NPR · Jul 6, 2026 · Divorce is a tool, not a weapon, says Karen McNenny, author of a new book on the subject. She explains how to end a marriage while protecting your family and your mental health.
'You Won't Get Free of It' explores the complicated mother-daughter bond
NPR · Jul 6, 2026 · The New Yorker writer Rachel Aviv spent years reporting stories about mothers and daughters searching for each other. When she became a mom, she saw everything she wrote differently.
A whale hunt that turned into a saga of survival
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 6, 2026 · “The Wreck of the Mentor” follows the strange story of a shipwrecked crew on a South Pacific island, and the mixed response from the inhabitants.
From Lead Belly to Tupac: a prison history of music
NPR · Jul 4, 2026 · In his book 'The Midnight Special', author Colin Asher traces how prisons and the criminal justice system shaped American music, from Lead Belly and Johnny Cash to Tupac.
You know the Mayflower. What about the White Lion? Here's the story of 'Two Ships'
NPR · Jul 3, 2026 · David S. Reynolds' book examines the twin legacies of the Mayflower, which carried the Pilgrims to Plymouth in 1620, and the White Lion, which brought the first enslaved Africans to Virginia in 1619.
'Opting Out' is a graphic novel of 7th grade survival from the author of 'Gender Queer'
NPR · Jul 2, 2026 · Saachi, 12, is a head-strong, confident 6th grader when the book opens, but soon she finds herself increasingly frustrated as the social dynamics of elementary school seem to unravel before her eyes.
In Kennedy Ryan's romance, happily-ever-after is for everyone
NPR · Jul 2, 2026 · The romance books Ryan read growing up rarely included characters who looked like her. Now she deliberately centers people the genre has left out, including Black, Indigenous and queer women.
The American Revolution in 5 books: Triumph and tragedy
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 1, 2026 · The 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States brings a bounty of books assessing the period’s ideals and figures.
Lifestyle
Inside the Rise of the $4,000 Anti-Inflammation Retreat
Bloomberg · 13h ago
‘Little House on the Prairie’ returns. Will the show’s reboot resonate with a new generation?
Christian Science Monitor · 13h ago · A new “Little House on the Prairie” series launches on Netflix this week with a broader diversity of characters. The revamp of the enduring story illustrates the complexity of updating a classic story for modern viewers.
New York City Looks to Make Buses Faster With Priority Lanes
Bloomberg · 14h ago
July’s Books Force Readers To Consider The Past, And How It’s Never Really Behind Us
Forbes · 23h ago · It’s like Lana Del Rey says, “everywhere you go, you take yourself, that’s not a lie.” Just ask the main characters of July’s newest fiction
FanDuel Says US World Cup Game Brought Record Bettors for Soccer
Bloomberg · Jul 7, 2026
Next gen crabbers use social media to tell their story and sell their catch
NPR · Jul 7, 2026 · Two young crabbers are carving out careers on the Chesapeake Bay in a field dominated by men in late middle-age. One is building a brand through Tiktok. The other practices the old ways.
A college student's unsung hero helped her when she got a breakup text in class
NPR · Jul 7, 2026 · Novak's first year of college was hard. She was living in a new city, enmeshed in an abusive relationship and struggling with school. Things came to a head when she got a breakup text in class.
Inside The World’s Largest Jazz Festival: 15 Highlights From Montreal 2026
Forbes · Jul 7, 2026 · The festival ranged from the vocals of Cécile McLorin Salvant and Diana Krall to the explosive sounds of Kamasi Washington and improvised hip hop of Samant.
Artists A.A.Murakami Turn Engineering Into Fleeting Moments Of Beauty
Forbes · Jul 7, 2026 · With major new commissions at Art Basel, the Venice Art Biennale and their first Seoul solo exhibition, the British-Japanese duo A.A.Murakami reveal how technology can deepen—not diminish—our experience of the world.
Before You Order Wagyu, Here's How To Know What You're Paying For
Forbes · Jul 7, 2026 · Americans are spending billions on Wagyu, but many restaurant menus never tell diners whether they are ordering Japanese Wagyu or American crossbred beef. Here are the differences and how to choose the right kind of Wagyu for you.
Travel
Jet2 celebrates holiday bookings boost during fragile US-Iran peace talks
The Independent UK · 12h ago · Jet2 have released its full-year financial results
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This airline is now allowing passengers to use their faces as a boarding pass
The Independent UK · 12h ago · The new technology could be expanded for passengers travelling with other airlines from Doha
I took a mother-and-son cruise around Croatia – did it provide the bonding time we desperately needed?
The Independent UK · 12h ago · Having not travelled together for decades, Cruise Editor Marc Shoffman and his mother Naomi took to the Adriatic Sea on a seven-day sailing
This Bustling Italian City Offers Ideal Experiences For Solo Travelers
Forbes · 12h ago · As solo travelers increasingly prioritize meaningful experiences and independent exploration, Florence, Italy offers the ideal setting for a memorable escape.
Escape Overtourism With These Three Off-The-Radar Luxury Adventures
Forbes · 12h ago · While overtourism continues to reshape travel decisions, a new class of destinations is emerging for U.S. travelers seeking what has become luxury’s ultimate currency: discovery.
How And Where To Avoid EES Travel Chaos In Europe
Forbes · 12h ago · Here's a quick look at 3 European havens where U.S. vacationers can avoid travel delays caused by the Schengen Zone's new Entry Exit System (EES).
Van driver arrested after highways worker killed in M23 crash near Gatwick Airport
The Independent UK · 13h ago · Drivers heading to London Gatwick Airport are being warned to allow plenty of extra time and consider alternative routes
The Mauritius Edit: One island, three distinct escapes
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The allure of Le Morne: Discover the art of living exquisitely on Mauritius’ most iconic shore
The Independent UK · 15h ago · Explore one of Mauritius' most captivating corners, where turquoise lagoons, timeless traditions and effortless relaxation await
Walking in France’s ‘garden of Eden’: a new route in the gorgeous Gorges du Tarn
The Guardian · 16h ago · Europe’s longest and most dramatic canyon is replete with exotic wildlife, including kingfishers and beavers, ruined castles and architectural odditiesWe’re sipping chestnut kir on a terrace overlooking the Tarn River in southern France when we h
Opinion
Marine Le Pen Can Run for French President—But May Have to Campaign Wearing an Ankle Tag
International Business Times · 16h ago · Marine Le Pen can run in France's 2027 presidential election after an appeals court upheld her conviction but restored her eligibility, creating a unique scenario of campaigning under electronic monitoring.
Still fighting in the courts, Le Pen jumps into 2027 French presidential race
· Christian Science Monitor · Jul 7, 2026 · Far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she will run in the 2027 French presidential race, even as she again appeals her embezzlement conviction.
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Financial Times · Jul 7, 2026 ·
French far-right leader Le Pen cleared to run for president
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Appeals court shortens sentence for embezzlement but electronic monitoring could hinder her ability to campaign
Wall Street Journal · Jul 7, 2026 ·
French Appeals Court Allows Le Pen to Run in Next Year’s Presidential Race
NBC News · Jul 7, 2026 ·
French court allows far-right leader Marine Le Pen to run for president with ankle tag
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Far-right leader Marine Le Pen will be able to run in France’s presidential election next year, though her involvement remained in doubt Tuesday after a Paris appeals court upheld her conviction for misusing European Union funds.
Bloomberg · Jul 6, 2026 ·
Court to Decide Whether Le Pen Can Run for President
In this housing bind, both the young and the old lose
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China’s ‘hustlers’ are sloppy. That doesn’t make them ineffective.
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I mocked sports fans. Then I became one.
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What a viral Metro photo reveals about a divided nation
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Signing Paperwork Won't StopGovernment Leaks
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Leveraged Stock ETFs Are as Stable as a Row of Dominoes
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How populists turn distrust into power
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The Supreme Court’sOriginalism Is Dead, Dead,Dead
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Prediction Markets Can Work Without Money on the Line
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Features
The Longreads Questionnaire, Featuring Elisa Gabbert
Longreads · 12h ago · The author of Any Person Is the Only Self and recent Guggenheim fellow talks about the worst time of day, the value of wasting an hour, and chilaquiles.
The Healing Power of Watching the Boys of ‘Jackass’ Do Incredibly Stupid Things
Longreads · 22h ago · "Johnny Knoxville and his band of merry pranksters got me through one of the worst weeks of my life."
Why Is Florida Executing So Many Prisoners?
Longreads · Jul 7, 2026 · "In most of the country, executions are a thing of the past. But one state has been carrying them out at a record pace."
What Science Knows About Grief
Longreads · Jul 7, 2026 · "After my husband’s death, I had never been more pliable, tender, open, or raw. It was then that I tried E.M.D.R. therapy."
Semiquincentennial Blues
Longreads · Jul 7, 2026 · "I am yearning to reject something that is not even being sold to me."
My Almond Archive
Longreads · Jul 7, 2026 · In southeastern Italy, almond groves hold centuries of local history. A granddaughter returns to gather the bitter and the sweet.
America’s Greatest Hot Dog
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How I Bought a Private Jet by Selling $10 Subscriptions to 404 Media
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How healthy is your brain? We now know how to find out
New Scientist · Jul 6, 2026 · In our efforts to keep our brains healthy, how do we know what is working? Helen Thomson explores a new generation of tests that can reveal whether our efforts are paying off
A Young Magician Wanted to Build an Epic Magic Collection. Did He Go Too Far?
Longreads · Jul 6, 2026 · "Rory Feldman was accused of deceiving, defrauding, and stealing. But he says he’s been the target of a relentless smear campaign by a 'magic mafia.'"