US economy grows a sluggish 1.5% second-quarter with inflation remaining stubbornly high - AP News

The U.S. economy expanded at a sluggish 1.5% pace from April through June as rising imports weighed on growth. But consumer spending rose. And the Federal Reserve’s favored measure of inflation grew more slowly last month, but remained above the central bank’…

Two meteor showers will peak tonight. How to watch the Southern Delta Aquariids and the Alpha Capricornids. - Yahoo

A full moon could hinder some fainter meteors, but patient skyviewers could spot some bright fireballs.

4 women accuse U.S. actor Jared Leto of committing sexual offenses when they were teens; he denies it - cbsnews.com

Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.

US launches ‘heavy wave’ of new attacks on Iran - Al Jazeera

Iranian media report that a couple and their two-year-old child were killed in the latest US attacks on Qeshm island.

Meta stock sinks 10% on earnings miss, 'barely passable' quarter - Yahoo Finance

The social media giant reported its second quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, missing on earnings per share but beating on revenue.

BTS Won’t Submit Music For Next Grammys In Opposition To New Asian Pop Category - Forbes

The Grammys’ CEO defended the decision to create the new Asian Pop category amid criticism from BTS, who said they don’t want to be “categorized by region or language.”

Jake Paul Wants to Pick a Fight With the UFC - WSJ

4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame - USA Today

While Fauci said little in Congress, the diary details his thoughts on everything from school closures during the pandemic to his own own celebrity.

Sen. Paul threatens to hold Fauci in contempt. And, a new rule undercuts U.S. asylum - NPR

Sen. Rand Paul is moving to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights. And, the Trump administration has announced a new rule for the asylum process.

Hope dwindles for rescue in southwestern Japan quake as death toll climbs to 25 - AP News

The Kumamoto prefectural government says the powerful earthquake that hit southwestern Japan earlier this week has now killed at least 25 people. The magnitude 7.1 earthquake on Tuesday set off an explosion at a mall, toppled a factory chimney and flattened h…

Drone attack caused fire on gas ships at Mediterranean port, Egypt says - BBC

The drone reportedly hit a US-owned regasification vessel and a Greek-owned tanker at Damietta port on Wednesday.

Scorned senators force retreat on Blanche confirmation vote - The Hill

In today’s issue: ▪ Blanche confirmation vote postponed ▪ Paul threatens Fauci with contempt ▪ Trump announces Dulles renovations ▪ Michigan Senate poll released Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) are showing no signs of backing down on thei…

‘The Walking Dead’ Franchise to Stream on Both Netflix and AMC+ Beginning in 2027 Under New $500 Million Deal - Variety

AMC Global Media's "The Walking Dead" franchise will stream on both Netflix and AMC+ beginning in 2027 as part of a $500 million licensing deal.

2026 MLB trade deadline preview: Passan's intel on every team - ESPN

From the contenders eyeing Tarik Skubal to the rebuilders, here's what every front office is thinking ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline.

iPhone 18 Pro: Twelve Changes Coming to Apple's Next Flagship - MacRumors

We're less than two months out from the launch of Apple's premium next-generation smartphone lineup, and while we're not expecting a...

AFC president doubles down on FIFA, calling World Cup plan ‘unacceptable’ - Al Jazeera

Asian Football Confederation chief says plan to sell FIFA World Cup stakes undermines sport’s continental structure.

Scientists say this is the reason some relationships flourish and others flop - The Washington Post

How attachment styles influence our interactions with others — and how to change them.

Liquid could be answer to stop cavities without drilling, study finds - The Hill

A study conducted by the University of Michigan found silver diamine fluoride stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth.

Kevin Warsh’s stripped-back Fed communication ‘already backfiring’, say investors - Financial Times

Traders warn lack of guidance on interest rates erodes US central bank’s influence on Treasury market

July full moon delights skywatchers worldwide. Here are our favorite photos of the majestic Buck Moon - Space

Wildfires and a balletic display, these are the best photos of the July Buck Moon 2026.

CNN Poll: Voters favor Democrats by an 8-point margin heading into the midterms - CNN

Less than 100 days before the midterms, voters are agitating for wholesale change in Congress and looking to the Democratic Party in hopes of making that happen.

Father to be sentenced for murder in Georgia high school shooting carried out by teenage son - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

The Trump administration has undercut the U.S. asylum program. These 3 charts show how - NPR

A new rule for asylum applications adds to the bevy of changes under the Trump administration to the core program for those fleeing persecution in their home countries.

Potential roadblocks ahead for Graham-led Russia sanctions bill - politico.com

A provision over the president’s tariff power could drag out the process, keeping Ukraine waiting for sanctions it says it needs to win the war.

How John Thune is trying to manage Trump’s summer squeeze - politico.com

Donald Trump wants Republicans to stage a longshot summer siege. The majority leader has a different plan.

Samsung officially confirms Galaxy Tab S12 series is coming - Android Authority

We've seen plenty of rumors and leaks, but Samsung has now officially confirmed that the Galaxy Tab S12 range is on the way.

One killed in Russian missile strikes on Kyiv, day after Zelenskyy warning - Al Jazeera

Returning from the US, Zelenskyy says Ukraine’s safety depends on allies’ willingness to provide anti-missile defences.

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Aims to Make Box Office History as It Targets High-Flying Opening - The Hollywood Reporter

Sony's Tom Holland-led feature eyes 2026's biggest launch — and then some — as it looks to buck trends for superhero fatigue: "It's as much a gold standard as any for how to keep a character relevant."

Is Microsoft a Buy After Its Latest Earnings Report? - The Motley Fool

The hyperscaler impressed Wall Street by holding firm on AI spending.

See the New Fronts of the Iran War Erupting Across the Middle East - WSJ

Violence broke out in fresh theaters throughout the region in July

Pat Forde: Why Pat Fitzgerald Feels Like the Perfect Fit at Michigan State - Sports Illustrated

Both the coach and program are coming off painful setbacks, making this one of college football’s most compelling fresh starts.

Daily multivitamin may help older adults stay independent - ScienceDaily

Taking a daily multivitamin may help older adults preserve the strength and stamina needed for everyday activities. After three years, users reported better functional health than those taking a placebo, although the preliminary findings still require peer re…

'It's going to do things that currently are impossible': The Roman Space Telescope, NASA's next great observatory, is ready to launch Aug. 30 - Space

Roman's month of Milky Way observations would take Hubble about a century to complete.

Limiting sugar before age two linked to better brain health - BBC

Study suggests less sugar in early life is good for long-term brain health, but the evidence is not conclusive.

Drone Maker DJI Rolls Out Osmo Pocket 4P Camera Outside of China - Bloomberg

Chinese drone maker DJI is rolling out its latest product, a mechanically stabilized camera, pressing ahead with global launches while its products remain locked out of the US market following a federal ban last year.

The best Galaxy Z Fold 8 deal is at Amazon — boosted trade-in plus $350 gift card - 9to5Google

Samsung's usually the best place to pre-order the company's latest hardware, but thanks to a massive gift card deal, Amazon's your best bet.