America Marks Its 250th Birthday With Storms, Sweat and Fire
Independence Day celebrations were canceled nationwide and the Brooklyn Bridge briefly caught fire. Yet Americans still found countless ways to celebrate.
Live updates: Johnson warns of more ‘Mamdanis’ after Trump invokes threat of ‘communism’ in July 4 speech
President Trump marked the nation’s 250th birthday with a late Saturday night speech that blended the championing of American achievements with partisan rhetoric. Trump’s address lasted about 30 minutes — not as long as he promised days before extreme heat and weather impacted the Fourth of July celebrations in Washington on Saturday. After the president…
easyJet agrees in principle on Castlelake's sweetened £6.90 per share bid - Reuters
easyJet agrees in principle on Castlelake's sweetened £6.90 per share bid Reuters
Johnson says House will pass SAVE America Act ‘one more time’ in reconciliation bill
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday said the House will attempt to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act “one more time” through a budget reconciliation bill. “The president has that as a top priority, and so do I,” Johnson told Fox News’s Shannon Bream in an interview on Sunday. “We passed it…
See how Americans are celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary - The Washington Post
See how Americans are celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary The Washington Post
Exhausted by Iran War, Tehran Transforms for Khamenei’s Funeral
Throughout the capital, the government is using Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral to project strength at a time of great uncertainty for Iran.
Shapiro: Trump ‘accumulated way more power than our founders would have hoped’
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) on Sunday said following President Trump’s Independence Day address that the commander in chief has “accumulated” more power than the founding fathers would have hoped for, echoing consistent criticism from Democrats. “Only more recently do we have an executive who, again, I think has accumulated way more power than our…
Opinion | The Elephant at the NATO Summit
A U.S. troop withdrawal from Europe is a dangerous signal to Vladimir Putin.
At Site Where Iran’s Slain Leader Lies, Some See a Symbol of His Failures
The complex where mourners are paying their respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei this weekend is unfinished after nearly 40 years. Critics say it is emblematic of the unfulfilled promises of his rule.
Hegseth goes quiet on Iran as Trump pursues diplomacy
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was the Trump administration’s frontman for waging war on Iran during weeks of kinetic operations aimed at decimating its nuclear threat. Since President Trump signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran to end the war, without securing significant concessions on its missile or nuclear stockpiles, Hegseth has said little about…
The Pacific Ocean is running a fever. Why that’s an ominous sign. - The Washington Post
The Pacific Ocean is running a fever. Why that’s an ominous sign. The Washington Post
Mike Johnson on democratic socialist candidates: ‘There are many Mamdanis popping up’
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday said “there are many Mamdanis popping up,” referring to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) in talking about democratic socialists winning recent Democratic state primaries. Johnson echoed President Trump’s claim that “communism” is a threat to the country. “There are many Mamdanis popping up, running for Congress around…
Iran's supreme leader absent as senior officials attend ayatollah's funeral
Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since the attack which killed his father at the outset of the US-Israel war with Iran.
From 'a beautiful night' to 'world's greatest hangover', guests react to Taylor and Travis's wedding
Some of the famous guests have been posting on social media about the big day in New York.
Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor - Reuters
Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor Reuters
French wildfires jeopardise finish line of Tour de France's third stage - Reuters
French wildfires jeopardise finish line of Tour de France's third stage Reuters
To unlock agentic AI’s promise for government, America must build reliability
The promise of agentic AI is massive — the problem is we cannot currently deploy agentic AI at scale, because today's systems are not yet reliable enough.
Thousands welcome home Cape Verde footballers after stunning World Cup run
Tens of thousands of fans formed an ocean of blue outside the airport in capital city, Praia.
Burgum on algae in Reflecting Pool: ‘All gone’
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on Sunday said the algae in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is “all gone” after a $14.6 million renovation to the landmark was overrun with muddy green water. “The algae is all gone. I mean, that was a momentary thing as the [Reflecting Pool] was being refilled, there was algae in…
Burgum defends white nationalist group’s right to march on Independence Day, citing First Amendment
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on Sunday said he disagreed with the beliefs of a white nationalist group that marched through the nation’s capital on Independence Day but defended their right to do so, despite concerns from local residents. Approximately 400 masked people wearing paraphernalia with the logo of the Patriot Front white supremacist group marched…
Woman arrested on suspicion of helping dad who fled scene of baby's crash death
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of helping a father who was convicted of causing the death of his baby daughter in a drunken car crash.
Construction is a man's game. These women are demolishing the barriers
Women make up a miniscule 3% of construction workers in Kenya. But a nonprofit group is offering them a way to get into the game ... and to get ahead.
UK set for highs of 34C next week as heatwave conditions may return
The UK is set for another spell of hot weather this week, with temperatures reaching up to 34C in some parts of the country.
Space travel’s heavyweights ponder a future with antimatter rockets
The technology could be used to send probes across interstellar space to other star systems.
What's in a song? The story behind the music playing at World Cup stadiums - Reuters
What's in a song? The story behind the music playing at World Cup stadiums Reuters
Hear me out, GTA 6’s graphics might be too good
Rockstar's next open world looks staggering. But sometimes in gaming, realism can create its own problems. I've spent the best part of two decades … Source
Tesla’s $1.4 trillion valuation rests on what happens next in one city
Tesla’s biggest catalyst enters a crowded new battleground Tesla (TSLA) is bringing its robotaxi pitch to another major U.S. city. The electric-vehicle … Source
Mourners Chant ‘Revenge’ at Funeral Prayers for Iran’s Slain Supreme Leader
On the second day of public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February, there was still no sign of his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei.
Scientists May Have Solved The Mystery Behind Why 90% Of People Are Right-Handed
If you're left-handed, you have to deal with a lot of annoyances that righties would never even think of. From struggling with can openers to bumping … Source
India Tells Meta to Remove Child Abuse Content from Instagram
India notified Meta Platforms Inc. that it needs to remove sexual content involving children from its platforms including Instagram, marking the … Source
Farage’s Retreat From Spotlight Fuels Fresh Doubts About Reform
The loudest person in UK politics has suddenly gone quiet. Rather than exploiting the interregnum between Keir Starmer and his likely successor as … Source
China’s robot-run hotel opens to public in 2027
Pudu Robotics has announced what it calls the first "full-scenario robot-serviced hotel." The project will use robots across the entire guest experience, from reception and room service to cleaning, food preparation and guest support. The hotel is set to open in 2027, with trial rooms and … Source
Wall Street’s $200 billion IPO wave threatens sell-off
The heaviest year of new issuance since 2021 may pressure investors to sell winners SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI are collectively moving toward … Source
Philosophers Are the Latest Hiring Target for AI Companies
A.I. labs are hiring contrarian, chin-stroking, finger-steepling sages. Who’s underemployed now?
Trump’s 2D Fair Buildings and Empty State Booths Are a Metaphor for His Failure
President Donald Trump is a cardboard tiger. He doesn’t care what he actually accomplishes as long as he can push propaganda to make him appear to be … Source
US Supreme Court to hear gun, LGBT, voting rights cases in next term - Reuters
US Supreme Court to hear gun, LGBT, voting rights cases in next term Reuters
Lenovo laptops are now shipping with YMTC SSDs, a sign of Chinese NAND entering the mainstream
Why it matters: Chinese-made solid-state drives are starting to show up in everyday business laptops, and Lenovo is one of the first big PC makers to … Source
Australian healing with 'beautiful messages' after losing arm to shark attack
Leah Stewart reads global supporter messages during sleepless nights as her recovery from the Coogee Beach shark attack and amputation continues.
Trump touts ‘best fireworks show, EVER’ after 250th speech, weather delays
President Trump in a late night post praised Saturday’s fireworks show in Washington, D.C., describing the explosive display across the night sky as the “best” ever. “Best fireworks show, EVER,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post moments after he addressed the nation for Independence Day. Trump officials said it was the largest fireworks show…
Nigeria says two nationals killed in South Africa amid rise of anti-migrant attacks
Nigeria's government said one of its nationals was reportedly killed by police officers "using gruesome interrogation techniques".
Australia probes mystery space balls that washed up on beach
Officials are searching for the origins of six pieces of space debris discovered on Forrest Beach in Queensland.
A new law in California will clarify 'sell by' dates to reduce food waste
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Nick Lapis of Californians Against Waste about the new law that standardizes food label "use by" dates and how that reduces consumer confusion and tons of food waste.
Pennsylvania's proposed data centers are bringing strangers together in protest
Proposals to build six data centers in the small community of Archbald, Pennsylvania, have brought strangers together to fight the plans there — and elsewhere in the state.
At least 8 people shot, including 4 children, in New York’s Coney Island on July 4: Reports
Around 8 people, including 4 children, were shot in Brooklyn’s Coney Island during the Fourth of July festivities late Saturday night, according to media reports. PIX11, a Nexstar affiliate, reported that the New York Police Department (NYPD) responded to the shooting on 2929 West 31st Street at around 10:37 p.m. EDT, citing a statement from…
No Shoes, No Service, Even if You Claim a Disability
From Wednesday's decision by Judge Rebecca Pennell in Niederquell v. Dosanjh Enterps.: The primary issue before the Court is whether… The post No Shoes, No Service, Even if You Claim a Disability appeared first on Reason.com.
How Lizzo Became One of Pop Culture’s Great Flops - The Atlantic
How Lizzo Became One of Pop Culture’s Great Flops The Atlantic
Watergate led to new ethical guardrails. Trump is tearing them down.
Vice President Vance insists that, these days, Watergate would amount to little more than “a 12-hour news story." We draw different lessons.
Iran and Qatar resume maritime trade, Iranian state media reports - Reuters
Iran and Qatar resume maritime trade, Iranian state media reports Reuters
Foxconn second-quarter revenue jumps, company cautions on geopolitics - Reuters
Foxconn second-quarter revenue jumps, company cautions on geopolitics Reuters
A future pope will 'welcome us back', says priest from excommunicated Catholic sect - Reuters
A future pope will 'welcome us back', says priest from excommunicated Catholic sect Reuters
OPEC+ approves further oil output increase as Hormuz exports start to recover - Reuters
OPEC+ approves further oil output increase as Hormuz exports start to recover Reuters
Vessel forced out of New York ship parade over 'politically charged' banners - Reuters
Vessel forced out of New York ship parade over 'politically charged' banners Reuters
Bodies of two men missing for a week found in crashed car
The bodies of two men reported missing more than a week ago have been found in a crashed car.
Chemical accidents rise as Trump administration proposes weakening safety rules
Chemicals from accidents that injured or killed people increased by nearly 50 percent in recent years.
Today in Supreme Court History: July 5, 1867
7/5/1867: Justice James Wayne dies. The post Today in Supreme Court History: July 5, 1867 appeared first on Reason.com.
America Was Not Founded by 'Tariff Men,' Contrary to This Painting in Trump's White House
Free trade is "a direct affront to our Founding Fathers," President Donald Trump said during his first presidential campaign.
Be More Like Benjamin Franklin
The Founding Father practiced a religious pluralism that sought the good of the country.
Manchin blames Democratic divisions on ‘void of leadership’
Former independent Sen. Joe Manchin (W.V.) blamed the Democratic Party’s “void in leadership” on internal splits over the rise of democratic socialist candidates in a new radio interview on Sunday morning. In a conversation with radio host John Catsimatidis on his show “Cats Roundtable,” Manchin cited democratic socialist candidates’ recent wins in states like New…
The missing 500 million: Cosmic bombardment melted Earth's first crust
The heat of the Hadean may have come from impacts as well as the interior.
Paul Pelosi in hit-and-run in California, car left with major damage, authorities say
The husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was involved in a hit-and-run in California that left a parked car with "major" damage, authorities said Saturday.
Trump's Embrace of Psychedelic Therapy Could 'Save a Lot of Lives'
An illustration of Donald Trump throwing capsules in the air
The Art of Summitry
The performance is meant to imply that the world is an orderly place, or at least a place on which reasonable people are determined to impose some order.
Wins by the far-left set up challenge for Hakeem Jeffries
The growing wave of primary victories by democratic socialists is poised to pose a major challenge for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) if Democrats retake the House in the midterms. He will likely need to contend with an increasingly restive and energized left flank as he mounts a bid for the Speakership and attempts…
NATO Is Fixing Its Cash Flow Problem. Now It Needs to Turn Money Into Munitions.
Alliance chief Mark Rutte said defense contractors are trying to keep pace with demand as members pump up spending.
Evacuations in Guam as super typhoon Bavi approaches
The storm is forecast to bring winds in excess of 160mph and waves nearly 11m high when it makes landfall on Monday.
Chinese pastor freed after Donald Trump raised issue of his release with Xi Jinping
A Chinese pastor has been released from jail after Donald Trump intervened to get him freed, in what his family have described as a "miracle".
Years of Warnings About Public Housing Preceded Venezuela’s Earthquakes
Residents, construction experts and seismologists said for years that Venezuela’s public housing would be vulnerable in a natural disaster.
Trump Administration Rolls Back Dozens of Gun Regulations
Critics say the administration is weakening public safety. Proponents say regulations would be where they were before President Joseph R. Biden took office.
At Trump’s Direction, Federal Agencies Are Abandoning Discrimination Cases
President Trump has tried to scale back anti-discrimination regulations that date back decades. Federal agencies have heeded his call.
Pastor freed from prison in China weeks after Trump requested his release
A pastor of a prominent underground church who was detained in China in October has been released, less than two months after U.S. President Donald Trump brought up his case when meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
US marks 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather
US President Donald Trump's speech included some of his political agenda but also honoured war veterans and American history.
Qatar says all maritime activities will resume immediately - Reuters
Qatar says all maritime activities will resume immediately Reuters
A 'pinch me moment': Details emerge from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's New York wedding
Details are starting to emerge about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
China, Russia navies to hold drills off China coast - Reuters
China, Russia navies to hold drills off China coast Reuters
Scorching heat and delays: How Washington DC marked America 250
The United States of America marked its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers, some intense weather across the country.
Searching for What Pretty Means After an Acid Attack
Nafiah Ikram was steps from her home when a stranger threw acid in her face. Five years later, she is trying to rebuild her life and cope with a stunning twist in her case.
How Iran's new regime is very different to what came before
Khamenei's funeral is another reminder of the change Iran has seen, but what does its new leadership want?
Taiwan military resumes 'anti-communist' classes for graduates, citing Chinese threat - Reuters
Taiwan military resumes 'anti-communist' classes for graduates, citing Chinese threat Reuters
In Fourth of July Speech, Trump Celebrates America and Derides Foes
A centerpiece address for the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration devoted time to American history, but had all the hallmarks of a Trump rally.
China Releases Imprisoned Pastor Ezra Jin After U.S. Pressure
The leader of a prominent Chinese underground church arrived in Los Angeles on Friday, his family said.
Uber pauses Europe food delivery expansion as it pursues Delivery Hero deal, FT reports - Reuters
Uber pauses Europe food delivery expansion as it pursues Delivery Hero deal, FT reports Reuters
In soccer-crazy Brazil, streaming upstart pulls World Cup viewers from TV to YouTube - Reuters
In soccer-crazy Brazil, streaming upstart pulls World Cup viewers from TV to YouTube Reuters
Report: FBI arrests former West Virginia, Kentucky player Kerr Kriisa - Reuters
Report: FBI arrests former West Virginia, Kentucky player Kerr Kriisa Reuters
No complaints but open wounds for Paraguay coach - Reuters
No complaints but open wounds for Paraguay coach Reuters
France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts
After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.
England ready to write their own chapter in iconic match, says Tuchel - Reuters
England ready to write their own chapter in iconic match, says Tuchel Reuters
Iraq approves preliminary agreements to study strategic oil export pipeline projects - Reuters
Iraq approves preliminary agreements to study strategic oil export pipeline projects Reuters
Deschamps keeps his cool as France survive Paraguay's provocation - Reuters
Deschamps keeps his cool as France survive Paraguay's provocation Reuters
How Xi Jinping Steamrolls Dissent With Tactics From Stalin and Mao
China’s leader draws from autocrats’ playbook to expand power, oust potential rivals and lay groundwork to rule indefinitely.
Ancelotti hopeful of Raphinha return as Brazil plot Haaland shutdown - Reuters
Ancelotti hopeful of Raphinha return as Brazil plot Haaland shutdown Reuters
Cuba’s Vast Surveillance Network Preserves the Communist Party’s Grip on Power
The government’s security apparatus has staved off collapse under U.S. pressure, monitoring Cubans in their homes, on the job and even at sports centers.
Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.
Moment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.
Two Earthquakes Hit Venezuela: What to Know About Death Toll, Damage and Rescue Response
Back-to-back quakes in northern Venezuela have killed more than 2,900 people, the latest ordeal for a country rocked by economic and political turmoil.
Mbappe keeps cool as France survive furnace against Paraguay - Reuters
Mbappe keeps cool as France survive furnace against Paraguay Reuters
Photos show hundreds of masked Patriot Front white nationalists marching in DC - Reuters
Photos show hundreds of masked Patriot Front white nationalists marching in DC Reuters
Trump, Bessent preview new currency bearing his signature
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday showed off the new U.S. currency featuring President Trump’s signature, which is set to enter circulation soon in honor of the nation’s 250th birthday. Bessent reposted an image shared on Trump’s Truth Social account of the $100 bill, which bears both of their signatures, writing that it was…
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