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axios.comThe investment will fund a new manufacturing site expected to create 450 jobs and expand training programs. It comes amid broader efforts by companies to address shortages in skilled trades for shipbuilding and other sectors.
WiredOmega and Swatch launched a 1,969-piece MoonSwatch edition using 11 grams of recycled 1969-era gold. The model is sold only through an online application that closes July 21.
flipboard.comEli Lilly will pay $2.8 billion in cash to acquire AtaiBeckley, a developer of psychedelic treatments for mental health conditions. The deal includes up to $1 billion in additional milestone payments. It adds the target’s compounds to Lilly’s neuroscience programs.
wri.orgA July 2026 rule requires higher education programs to show graduates earn at least the state median for high school graduates. In California the threshold is about $36,000 a year. Roughly 300 of nearly 3,000 programs fell short in an initial review.
Several banks are reducing points-earning rates, raising fees, and limiting lounge access on credit cards issued under white-label programs. The changes take effect October 1 when a Reserve Bank ban on merchant surcharges begins.
forbes.comA Nature paper outlines a process that generates hydroxyl radicals at microdroplet interfaces to break down polyolefins and rubbers. The approach reaches complete polyethylene conversion and scales to 300 grams without added catalysts.
abcnews.go.comA 22-year-old Israeli man arriving from Tel Aviv was detained after customs officers found 216 kilograms of the stimulant plant hidden in seven suitcases. He was released after questioning but faces a criminal case under Italian drug laws.
YonhapThe South Korean government formed a public-private task force on July 16 to increase local companies' role in upcoming aircraft development programs. An inaugural meeting was held in Seoul with officials, industry representatives and experts.
Breaking DefenseThe Army expects to award initial contracts for its Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher program next month. The service is also negotiating with a vendor for its Enduring-High Energy Laser program.
SemaforThe Chinese Communist Party expelled Politburo member Ma Xingrui on Tuesday. He is the third such member removed since 2025. The move comes amid scrutiny of state aerospace and defense programs.
YonhapThe government will create a fund using excess tax revenue projected for 2027. Officials said the fund will support youth programs, regional development, and education.
Directors of two University of California medical schools declined to state that only biological women have uteruses during a congressional hearing on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The exchange occurred as lawmakers examined compliance with an executive order on such…
New York PostThe measure creates a single application process for state funding and allocates additional resources for disaster rebuilding and homelessness programs. Officials said the changes aim to reduce review times and lower per-unit construction costs.
theyeshivaworld.comIsraeli officials plan to consider reallocating NIS 568 million previously earmarked for Arab society development to the Shin Bet for expanded criminal enforcement. The proposed shift would redirect resources from social programs to intelligence and law enforcement activities.
jns.orgPolice arrested dozens of suspects on Monday morning after an undercover operation that involved the first Bedouin agent handled by Lahav 433. The agent purchased four illegal M-16 rifles, dozens of handguns, and about 500 grams of cocaine during the operation.
news.google.comThe HHS Office of Inspector General recorded $5.56 billion in expected recoveries and savings for October through March while barring 1,212 individuals and companies from federal healthcare programs. Enforcement actions fell to their lowest level in at least two years.
skillet.lifehacker.comYvonne “Missy” Woods admitted to altering DNA data over 15 years at the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. The plea has renewed attention on the unsolved JonBenét Ramsey murder, though officials say it did not affect that case.
Video showed the retired defensive tackle completing an hour-long session at the team's Woodland Hills facility. The footage renewed speculation about a possible return this season.
news.sky.comElizabeth Harper said she fears the release of Ashgar Bostan, who was jailed for nine years in 2018 after raping her as a teenager. GB News reported that parole officials noted Bostan had not completed programs addressing his offending and maintained his innocence.
Education Department officials told special education advocates during a July 9 call that the Health and Human Services Department would not assume oversight of IDEA programs. Senators from both parties are advancing legislation to block any transfer. The interagency agreement wa…
wwd.comRoche stopped development of two Huntington’s disease treatments after new data did not support further testing. ARPA-H separately announced a $160 million program for custom gene-editing therapies for rare diseases.
Japan TimesA 30 kg batch of saury landed at Kushiro Port on Thursday reached Tokyo's Toyosu market the next day and sold for a record ¥700,000 per kilogram. Six of the largest fish, each nearly 170 grams, were bought by supermarket chain Valor.
YonhapOfficials examined progress on wage support and loan programs for workers and subcontractors of the supermarket chain. The review followed a court decision to terminate rehabilitation proceedings for the retailer.
eonline.comParks Canada released a 2024 internal review last month stating that national parks were created through the displacement of Indigenous peoples and exclusion from land management. The document links these policies to ongoing harm and supports Indigenous stewardship programs. Cons…
Washington ExaminerA House Republican bill would move K-12 and higher education functions from the Education Department to the Labor Department. The legislation codifies existing interagency agreements and keeps programs intact during the transfer.
app.buzzsumo.comThe Department of Health and Human Services is drafting a rule that would create a list of specific injuries presumed linked to COVID-19 vaccines. The change would alter how compensation claims are handled under existing federal programs.
uctoday.comMacKenzie Scott gave $20 million to Active Minds, the largest donation in the organization's history. The unrestricted gift will fund efforts to expand youth mental health programs.
YonhapHyundai Motor Group finished South Korea's first clean hydrogen plant that converts biogas from sewage sludge. The Cheongju facility produces 500 kilograms daily and supports refueling for Nexo vehicles and buses. The company targets expansion to two tons per day by 2030.
salon.comThe 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will take effect by the end of the week regardless of President Trump's decision. The measure passed Congress in June and limits institutional purchases of single-family homes while creating mortgage pilot programs.
en.antaranews.comOfficials reported that NATO has directed billions of dollars into drone programs. The investment aims to increase production and operational capacity across member states.
theconversation.comZimbabwe's government says 78,112 citizens have come back from South Africa since late May, with 21,291 assisted by state programs and the rest traveling independently.
An ICE agent shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo after he rammed an agency vehicle and tried to run over officers during a traffic stop in Houston on Thursday. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said the man had ignored commands to pull over while caught in an agency operatio…
nbcnews.comThe Defense Department established a Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager role for autonomy programs covering ground vehicles, small-to-medium air vehicles, and most sea platforms. The position was created through a memo from the Defense Secretary.
Washington ExaminerAn ICE officer shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national, during a traffic stop in Houston on Thursday. Officials said the man had attempted to run over an officer after ramming a vehicle and ignoring commands to stop.
wonkette.comState-run radio and television channels halted news broadcasts Tuesday following a leadership overhaul at Hungary’s public media. The outlets displayed an on-screen apology and said programming would resume without news segments.
The GuardianKossuth radio and M1 television halted news broadcasts Tuesday afternoon. The stations displayed messages announcing reforms and resumed non-news programming later the same day.
abcnews.go.comDemocratic candidates in competitive Senate races are highlighting the effects of a reconciliation bill passed last year. The measure reduced taxes while also cutting eligibility for Medicaid and food assistance programs.
DeadlineABC filed a response in an FCC public comment proceeding arguing that an investigation into The View violates First Amendment protections. The network cited a 2002 ruling and claimed selective enforcement against television programs. Deadline reported the details of the filing.
nypost.comA new survey shows three-quarters of U.S. adults support restoring funding to address an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The poll also found broad backing for overseas disease prevention programs.
A Japanese cryptocurrency platform reported crossing two million registered accounts. Several Japanese companies have started offering Bitcoin and XRP in shareholder loyalty programs as the yen weakens.
investing.comAmerican and European defense companies have agreed on new industrial cooperation initiatives to produce and sustain U.S. weapons systems in Europe. The arrangements cover Abrams tanks, AMRAAMs, ATACMS, Stingers, and other systems.
New York PostA new rule effective July 1 ends federal student loans for degree programs whose graduates earn below the average high-school wage in their state. The change stems from a provision in the Big Beautiful Bill and affects roughly 800 programs enrolling 40,000 students each year.
Abc NewsNonprofits and companies are organizing volunteer drives and brand campaigns for the nation's 250th year. Two separate commissions are running parallel programs amid divided public sentiment.
en.antaranews.comNew rules allow federal grants to pay for programs lasting as little as 12 weeks. The same rules require programs to meet completion, job-placement, and earnings tests that four-year degrees do not face.
chinadigitaltimes.netUniversity graduates in China are enrolling in vocational programs to gain practical skills amid job-market difficulties. The number of technical schools offering such programs rose from 26 in 2023 to 45 in 2025.
focustaiwan.twWilliam Nieporte filed a federal lawsuit in May against ADP Totalsource seeking at least $30 million after his 2022 termination from Bramshill Investments. The case centers on a return-to-office policy he co-signed while living hundreds of miles from the nearest office.
globalnews.caBurnaby RCMP officers recovered 6,765 kilograms of narcotics and fentanyl precursors from five Richmond locations during coordinated searches on April 1, 2026. The operation began after a July 2025 traffic stop and also yielded firearms, cash, and a suspected signal-jamming devic…
abcnews.go.comA federal judge in Ohio ruled that a tenured professor at Miami University lacked standing to challenge the closure of DEI offices and programs. The decision addressed claims under the First Amendment and state law.
reason.comThe legislation, enacted July 4, 2025, has produced measurable shifts in benefit programs, tax policy, immigration enforcement, and energy investment. Several provisions took effect this week while others remain in progress.
YonhapPrime Minister Han Seong-sook visited neighborhoods near universities in Seoul to assess housing conditions for young adults. She called for expanded dormitories, affordable units, and youth work programs shortly after taking office.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act extended 2017 tax cuts and added new deductions while imposing work requirements on SNAP and ending EV incentives. Impacts on high-income households, corporations, seniors and federal aid recipients are now measurable.
keeptalkinggreece.comGoogle, AT&T, Lowe’s, Meta and BlackRock have directed tens of millions of dollars toward training in plumbing, electrical work and other trades over the past six months. The spending supports infrastructure projects and retirement-plan participation.
Senators introduced legislation modeled on two pandemic-era programs that ended in March 2025. The proposals would let states and tribes buy food from local producers for schools and food banks, with 10 percent of funds reserved for tribes.
pewresearch.orgThe group supported primary challengers who defeated two sitting Democratic House members and won one open-seat race within a span of roughly ten days. The organization has outlined policy priorities focused on economic redistribution and expanded social programs.
nbcnews.comNational events for the milestone face disruption from extreme heat. Planning already included cancellations of long-scheduled programs. NPR reported the developments on July 3, 2026.
Fox NewsFlorida's State Board of Education approved a policy Tuesday that blocks illegal immigrants from enrolling in the state's 28 public colleges and adult education programs. The measure drew opposition from students and one board member during public comment.
azernews.azDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth established the Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems through a June 29 memo released Wednesday. The office reports to Deputy Secretary Stephen Feinberg and oversees development, acquisition and fielding of most unmanned systems. I…
LeRoy Irvin, a two-time Pro Bowl cornerback who spent a decade with the Los Angeles Rams, has died at age 68. Former teammate Eric Dickerson announced the death on Instagram.
Autodesk's chief marketing officer announced the spending during an interview at the 2026 Cannes Lions Festival. The move follows findings from the company's AI jobs report on public attitudes toward the technology.
winnipegfreepress.comCuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program under a new federal spending measure are expected to affect families with children out of school for summer. Officials have not detailed how states will adjust meal programs.