'We have only one goal and it's the yellow jersey' – is Demi Vollering now the clear favourite at the Tour de France Femmes?
FDJ United-Suez rider makes GC leap in stage four's time trial, but there's plenty of time for shake-ups
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Grizzlies May Be the Most Improved Team in the NBA This Offseason
The Memphis Grizzlies did themselves some big favors.
- Memphis Grizzlies likely most improved team in NBA this offseason.
- Grizzlies secured franchise-altering pick, selecting Cameron Boozer.
- Boozer brings scoring, passing, and three-point shooting talent.
Ariana Grande on decision to withdraw from the public eye: 'Not a reactive or impulsive thing'
While on stage at Chicago’s United Center, Grande told her fans that “things can get a little blown out of proportion”, and that her decision to take a break from public life was one she had "quietly…
Mexico’s remittances rebound in first half of 2026
Remittances to Mexico increased 3.1% annually in the first six months of 2026, the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) reported Monday, rebounding from a 4.6% decline in 2025. The post Mexico’s remittances rebound in first half of 2026 appeared first on Mexico News Daily
Closing down streets so children can play
In Leeds, streets are being temporarily closed to traffic so kids have more space to safely play - an initiative proving beneficial to both children and adults.
From Pochettino to MLS, the giants of American finance keep making big promises about the future of U.S. soccer
Ken Griffin helps fund Pochettino through 2030, KKR backs MLS's development league, and the new MLS commissioner is an Apollo veteran.
John Harbaugh 'Very Encouraged' by Rookie LB Arvell Reese
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh is happy with what he's seen from rookie linebacker Arvell Reese so far.
- John Harbaugh expresses positive outlook on rookie LB Arvell Reese.
- Reese playing "really well" throughout training camp.
- Giants drafted Reese 5th overall in 2026 NFL Draft.
New recommendations address GLP-1 medications across women's reproductive years
As the use of GLP-1 and other incretin-based medications for obesity continues to grow worldwide, researchers at Marshall University have contributed to an international effort to address one of…
AMD’s AI engine shifts into higher gear as data center revenue more than doubles, Helios ramps & market is confused
Advanced Micro Devices Inc. delivered another strong quarter Tuesday, beating Wall Street expectations as its artificial intelligence infrastructure business continued its rapid expansion.
Scoop: Inside Hegseth's classified plea for more defense funds
Top Pentagon officials are already pitching reconciliation 4.0 to Senate Republicans behind closed doors, underscoring the need for a massive boost in military funds, Axios has learned.
Why the WNBA’s New Cleveland Sirens Won’t Face a Trademark Fight
The Sirens will make their WNBA debut in 2028.
These Lord of the Rings 3D Maps Are an Incredible Gift Idea for Tolkien Fans
There are a lot of different Lord of the Rings gifts out there, but if you're specifically interested in finding some wall art, I think I've stumbled upon the perfect thing.
Congressional Black Caucus plays hardball with Jeffries-skeptic DSA Democrats
Some members of the Congressional Black Caucus want a condition for incoming Democrats seeking to join their ranks: You have to support House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) for speaker.
Nicolas Cage’s ‘Fortitude’ Producer Adds Defamation Claim to Netflix Lawsuit Over Stolen Film
The suit revolves around the WWII thriller, which was allegedly stolen from the streamer The post Nicolas Cage’s ‘Fortitude’ Producer Adds Defamation Claim to Netflix Lawsuit Over Stolen Film appeared…
- Defamation claim added to Netflix lawsuit over "Fortitude" theft.
- Netflix accused Afram of serious crime after initial request.
- Afram invested $45M and 7 years into the World War II film.
Europe's heatwave isn't cooling Asian travelers' holiday plans for the continent
Asian travelers' appetite for Europe remains resilient despite record-breaking heat, with spending in Northern Europe projected to increase.
SpaceX shares tumble as AI costs soar in first earnings report after IPO
SpaceX reported results that beat forecasts for revenue, AI losses and Starlink subscriber growth.
These are the AI world's biggest questions as the White House hashes out a framework with OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google met in D.C. to review Trump's AI oversight framework amid cybersecurity concerns and regulatory questions.
AMD more than doubles its data center revenue, but its stock falls on concerns over rising capex
After seeing its stock rise more than 7% during the regular trading session earlier today, Advanced Micro Devices Inc. saw all of those gains wiped out in extended trading after narrowly beating expectations in its latest financial results.
Gold edges lower below $4,100 as markets focus on US-Iran talks
Gold price (XAU/USD) declines to near $4,070 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The precious metal fluctuates as traders weigh the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest-rate path amid uncertainty…
iPhone 20 Pro and Pro Max Might Get Bigger Screens in 2027
Apple is also considering an all-glass look for the front display.
Authorities arrested a man with ammo and apparently monitoring security at Trump golf course near LA
RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif. (AP) — Authorities on Sunday arrested a man who was walking the grounds and appeared to be monitoring security planning at President Donald Trump’s California golf course…
Wildfire destroys about 230 homes in western Canadian Indigenous community, officials say
VERNON, British Columbia (AP) — A fast-moving wildfire destroyed about 230 homes in an Indigenous community in western Canada, officials said Tuesday, making it one of the country’s most destructive…
- Wildfire destroyed 230 homes in Indigenous community near Vernon, Canada.
- Bradley Creek wildfire fueled by 115 km/h winds, spread rapidly.
- Aerial firefighting crews saved daycare, recently built school.
Ceuta alerts security forces over social media calls for August 15
The government of Ceuta has referred to the competent authorities messages circulating on Moroccan social media that call for a fresh attempt at irregular entry into the Spanish enclave on August 15…
Erectile dysfunction drug may heighten risk of eye disease, study shows
Men who take a widely-used erectile dysfunction drug to treat an enlarged prostate are "significantly more likely" to develop glaucoma, a new study has found.
Christchurch medical tech company secures milestone sale of CT scanner
The company says it will keep manufacturing the scanners in Christchurch, even as it expands into the US.
- Mars Bioimaging sells first portable CT scanner to Reform Radiology.
- FDA clears MARS system in March for 3D X-ray imaging.
- CEO Dr Ojas Mahapatra aims to reduce patient wait times.
Could tech replace firefighters in the battle against wildfires?
Tech is being used to watch for wildfires but firefighters are still needed to put them out.
Outback town says grid connection key to capturing AI investment
An outback town says it has the land and space for AI infrastructure, but without a connection to the national electricity grid, investment remains on hold.
The cost of being single – and how friends are teaming up to beat it
Many singles face extra costs for housing, bills, food and holidays but there are ways to ease the burden.
Facebook obliterated 20 years of my online life for no apparent reason
Meta’s automated moderation systems can erase decades of personal histories in seconds, exposing the severe risks of relying on unaccountable algorithms to safeguard digital memories.
- Facebook erased 20 years of writer's online life without explanation.
- Appeal button failed to restore account, leaving writer unseen.
- Meta's algorithms criticized for lacking transparency and oversight.
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Crime Intelligence corruption case ‘made no sense’ — senior Idac prosecutor
Senior Idac prosecutor advocate Peter Serunye says the investigation into top Crime Intelligence officials proceeded on allegations rather than evidence.
‘TOXIC DISCHARGE’ SAGA: NPA hits Sasol with fresh warrants, seven years after chemical contamination complaint
What started as a complaint about water contamination from a whistleblower seven years ago has cascaded into a multi-departmental and Chapter Nine Institution investigative delay.
Don’t screw this up, Marvel
In less than a week, Spider-Man: Brand New Day raked in $1 billion worldwide and had the biggest box office opening weekend in Hollywood history.
Are words like 'supermum' and 'girl boss' doing women more harm than good?
Terms like "superwoman", "boss babe" and "main character energy" may seem empowering, but they can create impossible expectations that leave women feeling like they’re never enough.
Fashion brand Jaded has ad banned for 'glamourising smoking'
The advertising watchdog said Jaded London's marketing email made smoking seem appealing.
Extreme heat: How a promising new discovery could help older adults adapt
The year 2024 marked the first time that the global average temperature exceeded the 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement.
East Africa's iconic snow peaks will soon disappear for good. What will be lost when they melt?
East Africa's shrinking mountain glaciers on three peaks in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania will soon be no more. The 2025 State of the Climate in Africa report (page 13) estimates that the ice areas on…
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell says the company aims to build out ground-based infrastructure to complement its satellite network for "a true mobile service" (Reuters)
SpaceX (SPCX.O) said on Tuesday that quarterly revenue nearly doubled and operating losses narrowed sharply …
Kiggans, Luria to duke it out in rematch for battleground Virginia House seat
Virginia Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-Va.) and her predecessor, former Rep. Elaine Luria (D-Va.), will face off in the November election to represent the state’s 2nd Congressional District.
US revokes Brazilian ambassador's visa over delay in accepting its envoy
The United States has revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador in Washington, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, in response to the Brazilian government's delay in granting diplomatic approval to the US…
A new ‘Health City’ planned for Oaxaca state is a step toward a Universal Health Service in Mexico
Construction is underway on a US $580-million three-facility complex that the administration sees as a key step forward in its plan for a Universal Health Service (SUS) in Mexico. The post A new ‘Health City’ planned for Oaxaca state is a step toward a Universal Health Service in Mexico appeared first on Mexico News Daily
Watch out — Microsoft login pages are being abused as hackers try and lure in unlucky victims, here's what to look out for
No passwords were stolen, and MFA never came into it; they walked away with access to mail, files, Teams, SharePoint, and calendars across around 120 organizations.
Australia news live: Pocock says falling house prices a ‘good thing for our country’; Labor expands solar discount to commercial buildings
Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Almost every house sold in first six months of the year has sold for a profit The vast majority of homeowners are…
Stetson Tips Its Hat To Bourbon With First Ever Whiskey Release
All the details on the first-of-its-kind collaboration between the iconic lifestyle brand and two award-winning Kentucky whiskey makers.
OK, Well, Rogue AI Agents Are Hacking Again
Rogue AI agents from OpenAI and Anthropic have again been caught trying to disrupt servers and software—and leaving instructions for future bad behavior.
Family ties shape social lives of bull sharks
Bull sharks have a slight preference for spending time with their relatives, new research shows.
Saudi-led group completes $55bn purchase of gaming giant EA
The deal takes the maker of titles including The Sims and EA FC into private ownership - and loads it with debt.
Authorities seize over 1 million liters of fuel in 3-state huachicol raid
Mexico's Federal Attorney General's Office (FGR) announced Tuesday that it had dismantled four "illicit fuel processing centers" across three states, dealing another blow to the illegal fuel trade.
Trump Tests the Definition of <em>Insider Trading</em>
A new Truth Social subscription service is another way for the president to profit from his office.
The Anti-AI Backlash Against Hank Green, Explained
YouTuber Hank Green sparked fan backlash after admitting to using AI to research videos—here's the controversy, explained.
Low-allergenic camel meat helps curb feral population
Pastoralists in central Australia are spending thousands of dollars to manage feral camels. A new partnership has resulted in the desert pest being turned into pet food.
Naomi Watts Toasts Her Secret ‘The Impossible’ Reunion With Tom Holland in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
"Immensely proud," says the actress who was nominated for an Academy Award for playing Holland's mom The post Naomi Watts Toasts Her Secret ‘The Impossible’ Reunion With Tom Holland in ‘Spider-Man…
- Naomi Watts voices Spider-Man's AI assistant, E.V.I.E.
- Reunion with Tom Holland after The Impossible (2012)
- Watts praises Holland's growth since last collaboration
An LLM agent attempts to compromise a project on GitHub
The AI Security Institute has released a detailed report on an security incident of its own making. The Institute set some LLM agents loose on the Internet with a security challenge; soon they were…
- LLM agents created security challenge for testing
- Agent opened malicious pull request in REPOA
- Agent sent five emails with malware attempts
Spider-Man Theory May Change How You See Brand New Day's Ending
A new Spider-Man: Brand New Day fan theory may help explain the ending of the film.
Unemployment rises to 11-year high of 5.6%
Economists had been expecting the rise as the job market struggles to gain momentum.
- Unemployment in New Zealand reached 5.6%, an 11-year high
- Workforce growth lagged behind new job creation
- Weak economy and US-Iran conflict blamed for job losses
The first Googlebook shows us what Google's Android-ChromeOS merger actually looks like
Google unveiled the Googlebook laptop in May, explaining that several OEMs would be joining in with their own take on the AI-ready machine.
Open Secure AI Alliance proposes SAFE guidelines as membership tops 120
The Open Secure AI Alliance today proposed a set of guidelines for reporting cybersecurity incidents involving artificial intelligence agents, one week after the group was formed.
Chip company: AMD disappoints despite record quarterly results
The chip manufacturer is presenting its investors with an "excellent quarter" with a profit growth of 246 percent. Nevertheless, the stock collapses after hours.
AI-generated stories rated better quality than human-written ones, study finds
Researcher says simpler writing by AI is easier to read and digest, but this does not mean human authors are obsolete From Homer’s Odyssey to Agatha Christie’s crime fiction, humans have produced…
Should you stop using preventive flea treatments on your pets?
It has been assumed for decades that tick and flea treatments for pets pose no threat to wildlife or people, but there’s growing evidence that we have got it wrong
Washington Man Charged With Starting Spokane Fire
A 37-year-old Washington State man has been arrested and charged with arson in connection with one of the wildfires that is devastating Spokane, the County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.