Hegseth Denies ‘Dire’ Conditions Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pushes back on reports of low morale and supply shortages aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, a deployment that has set records.
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Judge Dismisses Trump’s Harvard Antisemitism Lawsuit
A federal judge has dismissed the Trump administration's civil rights lawsuit against Harvard, ruling the alleged incidents did not constitute an ongoing violation of Title VI.
Romania shuts only nuclear plant amid heat, Danube drought
Europe's heatwave forces Romania to shut its only nuclear plant, threatening 20% of the country's electricity supply.
Ford bets $2B on $28K EV truck for 2027
Ford is converting a historic Kentucky plant to build a $28,000 EV pickup, targeting 2027 production.
Ukraine Civilian Casualties Hit Highest Level Since March 2022
The UN reports July 2026 saw the highest number of civilian deaths and injuries since the invasion began.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Grain Hub
Ukraine has damaged major grain export terminals in Russia's Novorossiysk port, escalating attacks on global food supply chains.
Putin visits disputed islands, Japan protests
Putin's visit to the disputed Kuril Islands sparks a diplomatic protest from Japan amid worsening ties.
US Diplomat Calls West Bank Settler Siege ‘Act of Terror’
Israeli settlers have blocked Palestinian homes in Qusra, cutting families off from food and water. The US ambassador calls the siege an act of terror.
Securitize misses revenue estimates, shares drop 16%
Securitize's first earnings report since going public missed revenue estimates, causing a double-digit stock drop.
West Bank Families Trapped by Settlers
Palestinian families trapped in West Bank village as settlers cut off supplies and access
Iger & Kushner Buy Lakers for Record $12.5B
Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner acquire the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion valuation.
2026 Total Solar Eclipse: Spain in the Path of Totality
Spain will be in the path of totality for the 2026 total solar eclipse, offering a rare celestial event.