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winnipegfreepress.compolitics5 hrs ago
Nolan's Odyssey Opens in Thousands of Theaters, With IMAX 70mm in About Two Dozen
Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey opened this week across thousands of U.S. theaters. Only about two dozen domestic venues are equipped to show the film in the director’s intended IMAX 70mm format.
The Independentscience5 hrs ago
England to Add SMA Test to Newborn Heel Prick Screening From End of Year
The Department of Health announced Thursday that hundreds of thousands of babies will undergo heel prick tests for spinal muscular atrophy as part of an evaluation program. Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson, whose twins were diagnosed with the condition, has campaigned for the…
winnipegfreepress.comsports6 hrs ago
Macklin Celebrini Named Cover Athlete for NHL 27
San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini, 20, will appear on both the Standard and Deluxe editions of EA Sports' NHL 27, making him the youngest cover athlete in the series. The game is scheduled for release later this year.
espn.comsports6 hrs agoUpdated
Steve Yzerman Steps Down as Detroit Red Wings General Manager
Steve Yzerman stepped down as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday. He will continue with the organization as senior adviser to CEO Chris Ilitch. The team has begun a search for new hockey operations leadership.
CBS Sportssports7 hrs ago
Heat Introduce Antetokounmpo After Trade; James Free Agency Remains Open
The Miami Heat held an introductory press conference for Giannis Antetokounmpo on Thursday after acquiring him in a trade. LeBron James appeared at two New York events the same day but did not announce his free agency choice.
allhiphop.compolitics7 hrs ago
Nicki Minaj defends Trump adviser Alex Bruesewitz after Rep. Randy Fine urges his removal
Rapper Nicki Minaj posted on X in support of Alex Bruesewitz after Rep. Randy Fine urged President Trump to fire the outside adviser. Fine voted against a procedural rule on the SAVE America Act and said he would block further rules until Bruesewitz is removed.
finance7 hrs ago
Tanker Traffic Through Strait of Hormuz Falls on First Day of U.S. Naval Blockade
Ship transits through the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply on the first full day of the U.S. naval blockade of Iran. Oil prices rose as fewer vessels moved through the waterway.
politics7 hrs ago
Remains of Los Angeles Millionaire Missing Since 1981 Identified
The Riverside County sheriff confirmed that remains found near Sugarloaf Mountain belong to Thelma Gaston. She disappeared in June 1981 at age 80. Genetic genealogy and dental records enabled the identification in May 2026.
ibtimes.co.ukfinance7 hrs ago
Federal Reserve official says inflation not returning to 2% target on its own
A Federal Reserve official stated that inflation does not appear to be heading sustainably back to the 2% target without additional policy action. The remarks come as officials continue to monitor price trends.
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nypost.comsports8 hrs ago
LeBron James Confirms Lakers Exit but Defers Announcement of Next Team
LeBron James made his first public appearance since informing the Los Angeles Lakers he would leave via free agency. The 41-year-old did not name his next NBA team during the July 16 podcast taping.
nbcnews.compolitics8 hrs ago
UK Government Appeals Court Ruling Allowing Chagossian Settlement Near Diego Garcia
The government appeared in the Court of Appeal on July 16 seeking to reverse a March Supreme Court decision that backed Chagossians who settled on the islands 150 days ago. Misley Mandarin, the self-appointed Chagossian First Minister, criticized the move from Île du Coin.
washingtonpost.comfinance9 hrs ago
U.S. Stock Indexes Close Mixed as AI-Linked Shares Decline
Major U.S. indexes ended Friday lower after chipmakers and other AI-related companies fell. The S&P 500 dropped 0.5 percent while the Nasdaq composite declined 1.2 percent.
vox.compolitics9 hrs ago
Democratic Senate candidates raised more in several races while Republican incumbents held larger cash reserves
Candidates filed second-quarter 2026 finance reports on Wednesday showing large Democratic hauls in Senate contests. Super PAC activity and a Supreme Court ruling also appeared in the filings.
New York Postsports9 hrs ago
Entrepreneur pitched Shopify stores to athletes with reported $1M in losses
A 24-year-old Philadelphia entrepreneur offered former professional athletes ownership of e-commerce sites that appeared to show fabricated sales, according to a Barron's investigation. Three former NFL players told the outlet they collectively lost more than $1 million. The entr…
yardbarker.comsports9 hrs ago
LeBron James declines to discuss free-agency plans during podcast taping
LeBron James declined to reveal his free-agency intentions during a Thursday podcast recording. Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton asked about a decision but dropped the topic after James said the matter had already been discussed privately.
politics9 hrs ago
Telstra to appear before Senate inquiry into July mobile outage that blocked over 600 Triple Zero calls
Alastair Gaisford, a Telstra priority assistance customer near the New South Wales-Australian Capital Territory border, says his landline has failed to reach emergency services for 150 days intermittently since December 2023. His wife and son have life-threatening asthma. Telstra…
riotimesonline.comsports11 hrs ago
Erling Haaland Accepts Tom Holland Dinner Invitation on Instagram
The soccer player responded after the actor recounted an unanswered direct message during a Monday television appearance. Holland had contacted Haaland following a sighting at the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix.
benzinga.comtechnology11 hrs ago
Tesla to Display 2026 Semi at Virginia Summit and Naperville Location
Tesla will showcase the production-spec 2026 Tesla Semi at two events next week. The truck appears at a transportation expo in Virginia from July 21-23 and at Tesla Naperville near Chicago on July 20-21.
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sports11 hrs ago
NBA Commissioner Says Kawhi Leonard Investigation Must End Before Next Season
Adam Silver stated Tuesday the league probe into alleged salary cap circumvention by the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard needs to conclude before the 2026-27 season. The reported trade sending Leonard to the Raptors remains on hold pending the outcome.
nbcnews.compolitics3 hrs agoUpdated
Fetterman Says He Would Leave Democrats Only If Party Becomes Anti-Israel; 103 House Democrats Voted to Cut Aid
Pennsylvania senator tied any potential exit to one condition during a July 16 appearance. The comments coincided with a House vote on cutting military aid to Israel that drew support from 103 Democrats.
news.sky.comworld13 hrs ago
Treasury Secretary Highlights American Dream in New Podcast Appearance
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said hard work and good decisions still lead to success in the United States. The remarks were made during an interview on a podcast hosted by Mike Rowe.
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en.antaranews.comsports13 hrs ago
Joe Dean Wins Inaugural Last Chance Qualifier for 154th Open Championship
English golfer Joe Dean shot 2-under 68 at Royal Birkdale to earn the final spot in the 156-man field. The 32-year-old former delivery driver will make his third Open appearance after earlier results this season.
bossip.comsports13 hrs ago
Jake Paul Says He Learned Lesson After Loss to Anthony Joshua
Jake Paul said he learned his lesson after Anthony Joshua stopped him in six rounds last December. Paul, 29, has not fought since the bout in Miami and has focused on recovering from a broken jaw.
democracynow.orgpolitics15 hrs ago
Upper Tribunal Upholds Entry for Palestinian Extended Family from Gaza, Rejects Home Secretary Appeal
Judge Gemma Loughran rejected the Home Secretary's appeal and ruled that refusal would breach the Human Rights Act 1998. The decision allows a mother-of-three born in Gaza and 17 relatives to join her in Britain.
benzinga.compolitics15 hrs ago
Frank Bisignano Tapped to Lead Trump Accounts Expansion
Frank Bisignano, also serving as Social Security Administration commissioner, was selected to oversee growth of the Trump Accounts program. He told CNBC he aims to enroll 70 million children under 18.
New York Postpolitics15 hrs ago
FCC Chairman Doubts States’ Suit Will Block Paramount Warner Bros. Discovery Deal as Shareholder Lawsuit Alleges Insider Deal-Making
Brendan Carr said Wednesday he sees little chance the $110 billion acquisition will be stopped by a 12-state antitrust suit. The comments came two days after California led the coalition in filing its challenge.
markets.businessinsider.comfinance15 hrs ago
U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims Fall to 208,000, Lowest in 10 Weeks
The Labor Department reported Thursday that new jobless claims dropped 8,000 to 208,000 for the week ending July 11. The reading came in below the 219,000 forecast and marked the lowest level in 10 weeks.
abcnews.go.comsports16 hrs ago
Shohei Ohtani to Serve as Designated Hitter for Dodgers Versus Yankees
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani had fluid drained from his left knee after Sunday's game. He will appear in the lineup at minimum as a designated hitter for the three-game series at Yankee Stadium that opens the second half of the season on Friday.
forbes.combusiness17 hrs ago
UK Regulator Opens Investigation Into Euro Car Parks Over Forecourt Queuing Charges
The Competition and Markets Authority opened an inquiry into whether Euro Car Parks fairly charges drivers queuing at petrol stations. The probe also examines the operator's appeals process across its sites.
Yonhapworld21 hrs ago
Former first lady postpones questioning by special counsel over health
Former first lady Kim Keon Hee has delayed her scheduled appearance before a special counsel team from Sunday to Tuesday, citing health reasons. The session concerns alleged irregularities in the 2022 relocation of the presidential residence.
nbcnews.compolitics22 hrs ago
Survey Finds Six in Ten Britons Concerned About Digital ID Surveillance
A Deltapoll poll of 2,091 adults showed majorities worried about government tracking and cyber attacks under digital ID plans. Ministers dropped mandatory requirements after opposition but continue promoting the technology for right-to-work checks.
abcnews.go.comworld23 hrs ago
Tanzania Steps Up Efforts Against Both Undernutrition and Rising Obesity
Tanzania has stepped up work on both undernutrition and rising overweight cases. Health ministry officials outlined assessments and new models at an international congress in Mexico. The steps include a national nutrient profile and regional East African frameworks.
uctoday.comworld23 hrs ago
Bucharest rentals listed on Airbnb and Booking.com in highest-risk seismic buildings
Data from Re:Rise identified at least 207 illegal short-term rental listings in Bucharest buildings classified RS1, the highest seismic risk category. The listings appeared on Airbnb and Booking.com and could accommodate more than 1,000 guests per night.
themarketherald.com.aufinance1 day ago
BHP Reports Fourth-Quarter Iron Ore Output Fell 3 Percent Year Over Year
BHP reported fourth-quarter iron ore production of 68.1 million tons, down 3 percent from the same period last year. Copper output declined 5 percent to 491,900 tons, while full-year iron ore production reached a record 264.7 million tons.
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Deadlinesports1 day ago
NBCUniversal Chairman Says Soccer Has Reached Critical Mass in U.S.
Cesar Conde stated at a Wednesday event that World Cup viewership on Telemundo and Peacock has drawn mid-40 million audiences for quarterfinals. He attributed the growth to authentic coverage that appeals across language lines.
abcnews.go.comworld9 hrs agoUpdated
Italian Court Convicts 32 in 2018 Genoa Bridge Collapse
An Italian court convicted 32 defendants, including a former Autostrade per l'Italia executive, for their roles in the Morandi bridge collapse that killed 43 people. Sentences and appeals are expected to follow.
politics1 day ago
Senate Intelligence Committee Holds Hearing on Jay Clayton’s Nomination for Director of National Intelligence
Jay Clayton appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Tuesday seeking confirmation as Director of National Intelligence. Senators from both parties voiced a desire to install a permanent chief and end the tenure of acting director Bill Pulte. Clayton stressed his backg…
cnbc.compolitics1 day ago
Vice President JD Vance Says Reaction to UFC Fighter's Michelle Obama Remark Was Disproportionate
Vice President JD Vance addressed reactions to a UFC fighter's remark about Michelle Obama during an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience. The episode, posted Wednesday, covered the comment made at a White House event last month. Washington Examiner reported the exchange.
winnipegfreepress.comworld1 day ago
Australian Woman Charged With Terrorism Seeks Bail in Melbourne Court
Rayann El Houli, 34, appeared at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday seeking bail after charges of travelling to a declared conflict zone and joining a terrorist organisation. GB News reported allegations involving videos of her children during her time in Syria.
ABC Newspolitics1 day ago
National Park Service Installs New Slavery Memorial Panels at Philadelphia Site
The National Park Service replaced panels at the President’s House exhibit overnight. The change follows a June appeals court ruling and aligns with a 2025 executive order. Philadelphia officials and advocates vowed to continue legal efforts.
pewresearch.orgpolitics1 day ago
Pew Survey Finds China Viewed More Positively Than U.S. in Most of 36 Countries
A Pew Research Center poll of more than 42,000 people shows China receiving higher favorability ratings than the United States across most nations surveyed. The shift appears in Europe, Asia, and parts of Latin America.
abcnews.go.compolitics16 hrs agoUpdated
Senate Panel Questions Trump Nominee Erica Schwartz on Vaccines and CDC Leadership
Dr. Erica Schwartz appeared Wednesday before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions as President Trump's nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She pledged to uphold scientific integrity during the confirmation hearing.
Fox Newsworld1 day ago
Bill Maher Calls NPR 'Far Extreme of the Left' in Podcast Interview
Comedian Bill Maher said NPR represents the far left during a Wednesday appearance on its Newsmakers podcast. He also questioned the need for continued federal subsidies of public media.
benzinga.comai1 day ago
Apple Uses Nvidia Chips for Advanced AI Workloads After M2 Ultra Limits Appear
@unusual_whales reported that Apple's M2 Ultra chips have fallen short for advanced AI workloads. The company is now relying on Nvidia chips instead. The Information provided the underlying details.
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news.sky.comsports1 day ago
French Tennis Player Samuel Bensoussan's Match-Fixing Ban Increased to Three Years
The Court of Arbitration for Sport raised Samuel Bensoussan's suspension on appeal. ESPN reported the decision Wednesday after the International Tennis Integrity Agency sought a longer penalty.
nypost.comworld1 day ago
Carmen Electra appears in Playboy summer 2026 issue
Carmen Electra, 54, returns to Playboy for its summer 2026 issue, 30 years after her 1996 debut. She serves as Playboy Advisor and offers advice on love, confidence, and reinvention.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
14-Year-Old Charged With Terrorism Preparation and Racially Aggravated Criminal Damage Over Alleged Mosque Plot
A 14-year-old boy faces charges of preparing acts of terrorism linked to extreme right-wing ideology and a plan to attack two mosques in Sutton. He was also charged with racially aggravated criminal damage to a car window. The boy will appear in court on July 16.
jns.orgpolitics1 day ago
Former Republican Representative Criticizes Late Senator Over Foreign Policy
A former Republican representative from Georgia described the late senator from South Carolina as a neo-con warmonger and murderer during a Monday podcast appearance. The comments followed the senator's death on Saturday from an aortic dissection.
finance1 day ago
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh Testifies Before Senate Banking Committee on AI and Inflation
Kevin Warsh appeared before the Senate Banking Committee on Wednesday and addressed questions on asset sales and a reported Bank of America dinner. He also testified before the House Financial Services Committee on Monday.
news.sky.combusiness1 day ago
MS NOW to hold ticketed live event with hosts and guests in Texas on September 26
MS NOW will hold its next major live event on September 26 at College Park Center on the University of Texas at Arlington campus. More than a dozen hosts are set to appear for discussions, a dinner, and a podcast taping.
New York Postpolitics1 day ago
Former San Francisco City Hall Aide to Publish Account of 2007 Affair
Ruby Rippey-Gibney, who worked as appointments secretary for then-Mayor Gavin Newsom, will recount her perspective on their 2007 affair in an upcoming Vanity Fair article. The piece comes as Newsom is expected to launch a 2028 presidential campaign.
forbes.comfinance1 day ago
Bank of Canada Says Near-Term Inflation Expectations Sensitive to Gasoline Prices but Longer-Term Expectations Remain Anchored
The Bank of Canada stated that near-term inflation expectations remain sensitive to gasoline price changes while longer-term expectations stay anchored. It noted signs of economic improvement and broadening growth sources. The central bank has dropped its reference to consecutive…
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nypost.compolitics1 day ago
House panel to question former Obama counsel in closed Epstein-related session
Former Obama White House counsel Kathryn Ruemmler will appear Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee. The closed-door interview examines her 2014-2019 contacts with Jeffrey Epstein, including luxury gifts and legal advice.
Forbesfinance1 day ago
Metallica Has Five Albums on U.K. Charts This Week
Metallica has five albums on at least one U.K. chart this week. Three older titles returned to rankings, including Master of Puppets reentering sales and physical albums lists.
CoinDeskfinance1 day ago
U.S. Producer Prices Fell 0.3% in June, Rose 5.5% from Year Earlier
The Labor Department reported wholesale prices fell 0.3% from May to June 2026, the largest monthly decline since April 2025. Consumer prices also dropped 0.4% over the same period.
theconversation.compolitics1 day ago
Sierra Leone drops treason charges against former President Koroma while convicted coup participants remain imprisoned
Sierra Leone's government has dropped treason and related charges against ex-President Ernest Bai Koroma on health grounds. The 72-year-old, living in exile in Nigeria since January 2024, denied any role in the November 2023 coup attempt. He may now return at a time of his choosi…
nypost.compolitics1 day ago
Senate Minority Leader appears to break wind during floor speech
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer appeared to break wind during a speech criticizing President Trump on the Senate floor. The incident was captured on C-SPAN and shared widely online.
eonline.comworld1 day ago
Prince Harry Gives Full Name and Lists Occupations on Podcast
Prince Harry stated his full name and described his roles during a Monday appearance on the Joe Marler Will See You Now podcast. The Duke of Sussex and his wife stepped down as senior royals in 2020.
BBC Newspolitics1 day ago
Matlala Gives Two-Hour Preliminary Testimony to South Africa Police Inquiry, Full Account Set for September
Vusimusi Matlala appeared before the Madlanga Commission on 15 July 2026 for two hours. The panel agreed his full testimony will begin on 1 September. The inquiry has run for 10 months.
eonline.combusiness1 day ago
Patrick Mahomes Appears in Fifth Coors Light Ad Launching July 15 via Stand-In Actor
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes appears in his fifth annual Coors Light ad, which launches July 15. Two-time Emmy winner Eric Stonestreet plays Mahomes in the spot due to NFL rules on alcohol endorsements.