Daily news from around the world · U.S. edition · Last updated Tue, Jul 28, 2026 5:54 pm PDT
NPR · 8h ago · Lawmakers, foreign leaders and President Trump are gathering Tuesday for the first of two days of funeral services for the late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham.
· ABC News · 19h ago · Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of the more influential politicians in the United States, will be eulogized in Washington
NBC News · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Trump, Congress and world leaders to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in Washington
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World leaders, President Donald Trump and officials in Washington will pay their respects in funeral services for Republican Sen. Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham.
CNBC · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Netanyahu, Zelenskyy come to DC for Graham's funeral, meetings with Trump amid wars
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The funeral for Sen. Lindsey Graham is bringing world leaders to Washington at a time when many are eager to meet with President Donald Trump amid wars.
The Guardian · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy to arrive in Washington for Lindsey Graham funeral
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Both men scheduled to meet Trump at time where US policy towards wars in Iran and Ukraine in state of fluxBenjamin Netanyahu and Volodymyr Zelenskyy are set to arrive in Washington simultaneously with the goal of winning the ear of Donald Trump at pi
Forbes · 9h ago · Building the new generation Air Force One presidential jets has become a painful financial thorn in the side of Boeing.
· CNBC · 12h ago · Boeing took a $280 million charge on its long-delayed Air Force One program.
Wall Street Journal · 13h ago ·
Boeing Spends Big to Meet Deadline for New Air Force One
BBC · 9h ago · Video shows locations across the region where a strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July.
· Washington Post · 13h ago · There are reports of at least 50 people injured along with collapsed buildings and damaged roads following the powerful 7.1-magnitude quake on the southwestern island of Kyushu.
CBS News · 16h ago ·
Strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes southern Japan; tsunami alert issued
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A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit southern Japan on Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. A tsunami alert was issued.
NBC News · 17h ago ·
Major earthquake rocks Japan, prompting tsunami warnings
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A major earthquake struck Japan’s southern Kumamoto Prefecture on Tuesday, sparking tsunami warnings in the region.
CNBC · 6h ago · McConnell’s prolonged absence could complicate the GOP’s narrow Senate majority and trigger an untested Kentucky vacancy process.
· NBC News · 7h ago · Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is giving Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., an ultimatum, demanding that he prove he’s still capable of serving in the U.S. Senate — or resign.
NBC News · 6h ago · President Trump began his tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham by remembering him as a "beloved friend" and "respected statesman" who dutifully served his country.
· CBS News · 12h ago · President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
The Guardian · 7h ago · In recordings made in 2016 and 2017 former president also appears to describe possessing classified informationFormer US president Joe Biden appeared to discuss sensitive information and describe possessing classified documents in audio recordings re
· BBC · 22h ago · Recordings between Biden and his ghostwriter reveal references to classified information and memory gaps.
Politico · 7h ago · The presidential hopeful’s relationship with Ruby Rippey when he was San Francisco mayor was a major early scandal in his career.
NBC News · 14h ago · Private audio recorded by Joe Biden years ago, that he expected to remain private, has been released by the Department of Justice after a legal battle.
· International Business Times · 19h ago · Newly released audio captures Joe Biden telling his ghostwriter that his notes 'may be classified,' reviving the debate over why he was never charged while others are.
CBS News · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
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Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
CBS News · 22h ago · Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Wall Street Journal · 6h ago
CBS News · 6h ago · President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday.
NBC News · 6h ago · Watch President Trump's full tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham during the funeral service at Washington National Cathedral. The president recalled their past working together and previous rivalry running against each other in 2016.
The Guardian · 6h ago · The Republican senator died earlier this month; his funeral is attended by members of Congress as well as Benjamin Netanyahu and Volodymyr ZelenskyySign up for the Breaking News US emailTrump’s meeting with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy,
Rolling Stone · 18h ago · The Massachusetts mother is accused of killing her three young children in 2023
· International Business Times · 20h ago · Lindsay Clancy's trial in Massachusetts examines whether postpartum mental illness or premeditated intent led to the tragic deaths of her three children.
NBC News · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Ex-husband testifies in trial of woman accused of murdering 3 children
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Patrick Clancy was the first witness to take the stand and said Lindsay Clancy dealt with anxiety after having each of their children. NBC News' Steven Romo and Misty Marris break down the testimony and the potential legal strategies behind it.
CBS News · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Woman charged with murdering her 3 children goes on trial
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A Massachusetts woman goes on trial Monday, charged with murdering her three children. Lindsay Clancy has pleaded not guilty. Her attorneys say she had severe postpartum mental health issues and her doctor's treatment only made them worse.
ABC News · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Trial begins for Lindsay Clancy, mother on trial in deaths of her 3 children
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A Massachusetts woman has gone on trial in a case in which her lawyers are expected to argue that postpartum issues were the reason she killed her three children
NPR · 16h ago · Savannah Guthrie has made another video appeal to the unknown kidnappers of her mother, as the investigation continues amid visible tensions between local and federal authorities.
· International Business Times · 20h ago · Savannah Guthrie appeals for information on her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, amid an ongoing kidnapping investigation. Authorities continue to search, offering a reward for information leading to her recovery
ABC News · 19h ago · A key U.S. government report on mental health, substance use and addiction shows continued improvements in several metrics, especially among young people
· Wall Street Journal · Jul 26, 2026
ABC News · 6h ago · eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to Massachusetts journalists David and Ina Steiner under a newly finalized settlement resolving a lawsuit over a 2019 cyberstalking campaign carried out by former company employees
CBS News · 6h ago · The device was a live "parrot round," the Atascosa County Sheriff's Office said.
Wall Street Journal · 7h ago
Rolling Stone · 8h ago · The onetime king of daytime-TV cooking discusses what made Emeril Live so special and why it’s trending now — plus his rock & roll past, reconciling with Anthony Bourdain, and more
BBC · 9h ago · Burnham outlines education reforms with technical subjects available from age 14.
NBC News · 10h ago · Grenadian police said Tuesday that their nearly week-old search for a missing North Carolina woman is still active, with hopes of finding the swimmer alive.
NPR · 10h ago · The New York Times reporter Mike McIntire says gun companies and the NRA are broadening the scope of the Second Amendment, socializing kids to appreciate guns and marketing a new brand of masculinity.
Financial Times · 8h ago · Bill Savitt is planning to leave the corporate law powerhouse alongside several other partners
Business Insider · 8h ago · KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders' former home is up for auction. So is his 1964 day planner rumored to contain KFC's secret recipe.
· ABC News · 12h ago · KFC founder Harland Sanders’ pressure cooker, black bow tie and dozens of his personal items are up for public auction
Business Insider · 10h ago · South Korea's KOSPI dropped more than 10% on Tuesday, with the index on track for its worst month in over 30 years. The volatility bled into US stocks.
· Financial Times · 17h ago · South Korea’s tech-heavy Kospi leads declines in Asia
BBC · 17h ago ·
Chip stocks slide in US and Asia as AI jitters rattle investors
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Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was paused temporarily on Tuesday morning after slumping by 8%.
ABC News · 12h ago · Johnson & Johnson has agreed to pay $5.5 billion to tie up remaining lawsuits that claim its talc products caused ovarian cancer
· CBS News · 18h ago · Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
BBC · 23h ago ·
Johnson & Johnson offers up to $5.5bn to settle baby powder lawsuits
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The proposed settlement aims to close a years-long legal battle over claims its talcs products cause cancer.
Wall Street Journal · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Johnson & Johnson Agrees to Pay Up to $5.5 Billion to Settle Talc Lawsuits
CBS News · 6h ago · U.S. households will spend roughly $4,000 per student on school supplies and lunches this year, a new analysis found.
ABC News · 6h ago · Turkey and Iraq have held talks on expanding energy cooperation
Business Insider · 6h ago · Oil prices have plunged this week, tumbling on fresh hopes that the US and Iran could soon renew talks to end the war.
CNBC · 6h ago · The reserve has an authorized storage capacity of 714 million barrels, according to the Department of Energy.
BBC · 6h ago · Lucy Ness says "I hope my baby's remains are with someone who loves them like I loved these".
CNBC · 6h ago · The letter is part of the commission’s public comment period for the first draft of its proposed rule on regulating prediction markets.
Ars Technica · 9h ago · Trump is fixated on the false, long-debunked claim that vaccines cause autism.
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The Verge · 6h ago · While most gaming headsets have moved towards low-latency wireless connections, there’s something to be said for a budget-friendly, capable wired headset.
CNBC · 6h ago · The jockeying between Apple and Nvidia reflects a debate about the future of AI that has preoccupied investors this summer.
The Verge · 6h ago · In June, Nintendo announced a new version of the Switch 2 that should let you easily replace its battery pack - but only for Europe. Logitech will do much the same.
Forbes · 6h ago · "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," the animated sequel to 2023's "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," is coming to streaming video on demand this week following the film’s massive run at the worldwide box office.
The Verge · 6h ago · Apple says it won't limit the capabilities of devices leased through its new Upgrade program if you miss a payment. In an emailed statement to The Verge, Apple spokesperson Brian Bumbery says, "There will be no restricted mode and/or there will be
Forbes · 6h ago · Parental refusal of vitamin K shots for newborns is on the rise, and the results are devastating.
The Verge · 7h ago · New Yorkers who want to see their Instagram or TikTok feed curated by an algorithm, or receive notification after midnight, will soon have to verify their ages to access those features.
The Verge · 7h ago · Apple’s latest AirTag may seem like the obvious choice if you own an iPhone and are shopping for a Bluetooth tracker, but it’s not the most affordable option.
The Verge · 7h ago · While the summer months are great for putting in the miles on your favorite bike, it can be frustrating to have to hang it up when the weather turns. This smart bike trainer turns your road bike into an indoor exercise bike, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Deadline Hollywood · 6h ago · Flying largely under the radar, Harlan Coben has become Netflix’s secret weapon. While not as flashy as some of Netflix’s marquee franchises as Bridgerton or Stranger Things, the adaptations of his bestselling thrillers have become a cottage indu
· Variety · 6h ago · Harlan Coben’s “I Will Find You” has become Netflix’s No. 10 most-popular English-language TV series of all time, having reached a cumulative 101.9 million views in the six weeks since its release.
Gizmodo · 7h ago · Tomi Adeyemi's acclaimed YA fantasy novel comes to life in Gina Prince-Bythewood's film starring Thuso Mbedu, Amandla Stenberg, Cynthia Erivo, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Idris Elba, and more.
· Variety · 12h ago · Paramount has released the trailer for “Children of Blood and Bone,” which hits theaters Jan. 15, 2027. “In the epic fantasy world of Orïsha, a young woman goes on a quest to reclaim the magic that was violently stolen from her people,” the logline reads.
Deadline Hollywood · 12h ago ·
Gina Prince-Bythewood’s ‘Children Of Blood And Bone’ Trailer Glimpses Thuso Mbedu’s Quest To Restore Magic To Orïsha
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The first trailer for Gina Prince Bythewood’s Children of Blood and Bone film adaptation has arrived. Brought to life from a script by Bythewood and Tomi Adeyemi, the film is based on Adeyemi’s novel of the same name.
Variety · 8h ago · Jennifer Aniston is set to star in Olivia Wilde’s Universal comedy “Naughty,” playing a single mom named Mallory, while Peter Dinklage plays the king of Christmas — Santa Claus.
· Deadline Hollywood · 8h ago · EXCLUSIVE: After reinventing the dinner party pic with The Invite, Olivia Wilde is looking to get into the holiday spirit for her next directorial outing.
Rolling Stone · 8h ago · The identity of Sadie Sink’s character in the new Spider-Man movie is top secret, but Lacy may not have known that
· Forbes · 12h ago · Marvel has been trying to keep the role of actress Sadie Sink under wraps in all marketing and interviews for Spider-Man: Brand New Day so far, but it's been spoiled.
Gizmodo · 11h ago · The Apple Upgrade program means you won’t own your next iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch.
· The Verge · 13h ago · Apple has officially introduced "Apple Upgrade," a new leasing program that aims to make it easier to get your hands on the latest iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch models.
ABC News · 11h ago · Booker Prize winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart are in the running for the 2026 edition of the prestigious fiction award
· NPR · 12h ago · The 2026 list includes new works from household names Douglas Stuart, Marlon James and Elizabeth Strout as well as a few debut authors.
BBC · 12h ago ·
Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award
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Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year.
Variety · 12h ago · Apple TV has unveiled a new trailer for “Ted Lasso” Season 4 ahead of its Aug. 5 release date. The new season picks up as Jason Sudeikis’ titular Ted is facing a new challenge: coaching a second division women’s soccer team.
· Deadline Hollywood · 12h ago · With just a week to go until the return of the highly-anticipated Ted Lasso, the world has been treated to full trailer. Check the trail above as Jason Sudeikis’ beloved comedy character returns to Apple TV, and this time he’s in charge of a new team.
Deadline Hollywood · 12h ago · MGM+ has picked up an internationally financed drama series starring Anna Kendrick, Sam Heughan and J.K. Simmons. The streamer has bought Embassy, which was created by fledgling writer Rom Lotan, for the U.S.
· Variety · 12h ago · Anna Kendrick-led action thriller “Embassy” is set to land on MGM+ in the U.S. The high octane six-part series, created and written by Rom Lotan, stars Kendrick (“A Simple Favor”) as an American diplomat called Layla opposite Sam Heughan (“Outlander”) as her British ex-fiancé and J.K.
Variety · 16h ago · Lee Chang-dong’s “Possible Love” will open in Korean theaters September 23, followed by select theatrical releases in Australia Oct. 22 and in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Ireland and Japan Oct.
· Deadline Hollywood · 17h ago · Netflix has confirmed that Possible Love, directed by Korean auteur Lee Chang-dong, will receive a theatrical release in Korea, U.S. and other select territories following its premiere at the Venice and Toronto film festivals.
Gizmodo · 20h ago · Passing the law was a bit of an experiment in the first place.
· NBC News · Jul 27, 2026 · The ruling follows lawsuits from the Justice Department, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Polymarket and Kalshi.
ABC News · 10h ago · Zinedine Zidane is France’s new coach
· CBS News · 11h ago · The former Real Madrid head coach was appointed as the new French national team manager
BBC · 16h ago ·
Zinedine Zidane confirmed as new France manager
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Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as the head coach of the France national team.
CBS News · 6h ago · There's plenty of ground to cover from the first day of SEC Media Days in Chicago
CBS News · 6h ago · As the league restarts after All-Star break, here's who you need to keep an eye on
ABC News · 6h ago · Carolina Panthers second-year tight end Mitchell Evans was carted off the field on Tuesday with an ankle injury
Los Angeles Times · 6h ago · Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti is hoping Congress or some rule adjustments can fend off the league joining the SEC and breaking away from the NCAA.
Los Angeles Times · 7h ago · A daring black squirrel stole the spotlight at Comerica Park on Monday, darting around the field during the Orioles-Tigers game and briefly overshadowing a 13-run, three-homer showdown.
CBS News · 7h ago · The scoreboard operator will be busy when Division III teams Grinnell, Greenville and Covenant meet to start the season
CBS News · 7h ago · Carter resets the market and gets $106 million guaranteed
CBS News · 7h ago · Here's what to know about the controversial proposal that raises questions about the future of the World Cup
CBS News · 7h ago · The final edition of the Rocket Classic features the strongest field in the tournament's history
International Business Times · 6h ago · The US-France UN feud escalates as US diplomats walk out of a meeting, protesting France's criticism of America's human rights record, highlighting a shift in Trump's Europe policy.
· ABC News · 19h ago · U.S. diplomats walked out as their French counterparts spoke at the United Nations after the European ally criticized the Trump administration’s human rights record
Rolling Stone · 20h ago · Lawsuit states that 45 unreleased songs reportedly hit the internet in 2023 alone
· Variety · Jul 27, 2026 · Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit against anonymous hackers, claiming that they gained backdoor access to devices that led to the leak of unreleased songs and footage from recording sessions and music videos.
International Business Times · 16h ago ·
Ariana Grande Sues Alleged Hackers over 45 Leaked Songs and Claims 'Irreparable Harm' to Career
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Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit against unidentified hackers for allegedly stealing and leaking 45 unreleased songs, causing significant harm to her career and profiting from her creative work.
International Business Times · 7h ago · Spider-Man: Brand New Day debuts with a 92% Rotten Tomatoes score, praised for its emotional storytelling and Tom Holland's mature performance, marking a fresh direction for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
· Forbes · 11h ago · Spider-Man: Brand New Day reviews have hit the internet and it now has a Rotten Tomatoes critic review score.
International Business Times · 7h ago · Richard Hammond, ex-Top Gear presenter, fined and given penalty points for speeding in Herefordshire. The incidents add to his history of high-speed encounters with the law.
· BBC · 12h ago · The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.
International Business Times · 20h ago · Sen. Rand Paul released 1,141 pages of Anthony Fauci's private COVID diaries days before Wednesday's Senate hearing, exposing early scientific doubts about the virus's natural origin.
· CBS News · 22h ago · Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
The Guardian · Jul 27, 2026 ·
Fauci expressed disillusionment with ‘rambling, crazy’ Trump in journal
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Former top US health official wrote about challenging interactions with publicity-fixated Trump during CovidDiary entries released by a Republican senator in an attempt to damage Anthony Fauci also show the former top US government science adviser’
International Business Times · 6h ago · James Strahler II, an Ohio man, pleads guilty to creating AI-generated explicit content, marking the first conviction under the Take It Down Act. His actions involved harassment and digital forgery.
International Business Times · 6h ago · Oman suggests voluntary fees for ships using the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ease tensions and stabilise oil markets. The proposal mirrors the Malacca model, but Iran's agreement is crucial.
International Business Times · 7h ago · President Donald Trump lashed out at a journalist on Monday, July 27, 2026, after being questioned about his demand to cancel the Senate's August recess.
International Business Times · 7h ago · US consumer confidence improved as inflation concerns eased, but households remain pressured by higher food, housing and utility costs.
International Business Times · 8h ago · Madison Beer and NFL quarterback Justin Herbert announced their engagement via Instagram, sharing intimate photos of the proposal. The couple's relationship has been public since August 2025.
New Scientist · 10h ago · A jaguar that has been dubbed Gaspar traversed 2100 kilometres of the Amazon, crossing farms and roads. But why he set off on this mission is unclear
Smithsonian · 11h ago · Located in the banquet hall of a home with an adjoining bakery, the fresco shows the mythological romance of Dionysus, the god of revelry and wine, and Ariadne, the Cretan princess
Smithsonian · 11h ago · The cold-stunned turtle was rescued last fall on Cape Cod and has since made a full recovery. The reptile, whose sex remains unknown, is estimated to be between 2 and 5 years old and weighed 11 pounds at the time of release
New Scientist · 12h ago · After the Chicxulub impact 66 million years ago, trillions of tonnes of rock vapour was launched into space before falling back to Earth at ballistic speeds, creating a global blast of heat strong enough to broil life on land
Science Daily · 12h ago · A weakening Atlantic current could supercharge California’s atmospheric rivers while leaving Greenland with fewer snow-producing storms. The changes could raise flood risks, strain infrastructure, and reshape water supplies far beyond the Atlantic.
Science Daily · 13h ago · Researchers found that insulin-producing cells depend on a team of helper proteins to keep insulin production on track. When one key partner was missing, damaged proteins built up and the cells made less insulin.
Science Daily · 14h ago · A new analysis has precisely dated paintings in France’s Font-de-Gaume cave for the first time. Scientists discovered charcoal inside black pigments once thought to contain only minerals, allowing them to use radiocarbon dating.
Science Daily · 15h ago · A healthy lifestyle can prevent type 2 diabetes for many people, but new research suggests that weight loss alone may not be enough for one particularly vulnerable group.
Science Daily · 19h ago · NASA’s Psyche spacecraft aced its Mars flyby, using the planet’s gravity to speed toward its 2029 encounter with a metal-rich asteroid. The spacecraft tested its cameras, magnetometer, and particle-detecting instruments, capturing unusual views of Mars and measuring its magnetic environment.
Science Daily · 20h ago · Scientists have created an “electron lighthouse” that uses laser light to launch and steer electrons through a semiconductor without an applied electrical field.
NBC News · 6h ago · Ahead of back-to-school season, retailers are discounting classroom-ready backpacks that work just as well for commuting or weekend travel. Get Coach, Calpak, Herschel and more up to 71% off
ABC News · 10h ago · Ugandan authorities have declared the country "free" of Ebola after the last patient was discharged in mid-June
NBC News · 11h ago · Beyond making you uncomfortable, boob sweat can cause painful sweat rashes under the breasts. Experts share the best boob sweat solutions and how to treat intertrigo.
NBC News · 13h ago · As the multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to grow, more Americans are shifting their restaurant and grocery shopping habits as a precaution.
Los Angeles Times · 15h ago · Inside Body Dada, the Silver Lake barre studio where low-impact workouts meet avant-garde art ethos, killer playlists and the occasional celeb sighting.
NPR · 16h ago · Recent cuts, especially to state and local health departments, are slowing and muddling the response to what's already a record year of outbreaks for diarrhea-causing cyclospora.
NPR · 16h ago · The 26th International AIDS conference convenes this week. U.S. funding for HIV/AIDS work is being delayed or cut altogether, but there are also promising treatments on the horizon.
NPR · 16h ago · Dr. Kenneth Ngure, president-elect of the International AIDS Society, says, "We have had very good scientific advances ... yet the funding cuts have also taken us back."
New Scientist · 17h ago · The first of a new generation of drugs that works in a completely different way to existing ones has been approved. Columnist Michael Le Page says this approach could transform treatments for all kinds of conditions
NPR · Jul 27, 2026 · A Pakistan study finds one bacteria in pregnant women's colons can indicate her likelihood of reaching full term or having a premature baby.
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 27, 2026 · Americans increasingly want to know the details of political candidates’ faith. Recent political memoirs focus on God, morality, and religion.
NPR · Jul 27, 2026 · I'll Take the Fire is the third book in a trilogy inspired by generations of Leïla Slimani's Moroccan French family. She is also the author of the bestselling thriller The Perfect Nanny.
NPR · Jul 26, 2026 · NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with the comic creator team of the breakout new Batman: Absolute Batman. Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta share how this alternate reality Batman rewrites the character.
NPR · Jul 25, 2026 · Class 203 is turning old shirts, baby blankets, a stripy skirt and pink polka-dot curtains into a "Story Rug" for their teacher in a new book written by Sophie Blackall and illustrated by Phoebe Wahl.
NPR · Jul 24, 2026 · Catherine Coldstream entered a Carmelite monastery at age 24, and lived a life of prayer and obedience for 12 years. Her memoir is Cloistered: My Years as a Nun. Originally published March 20, 2024.
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 23, 2026 · Our reviewers’ 10-plus favorites include Colson Whitehead’s Harlem Trilogy finale, plus investigations into Nigeria’s romance scammers and the Nord Stream sabotage.
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 22, 2026 · George Forster’s globe-trotting youth made him more tolerant of Indigenous peoples and customs than most of his peers, writes biographer Andrea Wulf.
Christian Science Monitor · Jul 22, 2026 · In “Dead Bees Still Sting,” Susan Cormier draws inspiration from the society of her bee colony.
NPR · Jul 21, 2026 · Journalist Pamela Colloff has written an engrossing and damning book on how the case of the 1985 killing of 14-year-old Shelly Boggio played out.
NPR · Jul 20, 2026 · Clark was a baby in 1981 when her mother, a member of a radical left-wing group, acted as a getaway driver in the robbery of a Brinks truck. Her new novel is based on the years that followed.
Forbes · 6h ago · Tried using this eSIM....well, sort of
Forbes · 9h ago · How So Ji-sub’s action thriller ‘Agent Kim Reactivated’ became a ratings and Netflix hit—and what its success means for K-dramas, webtoon adaptations and AI production.
Forbes · 12h ago · American craft gin is on the rise. See how Devil's Grin Gin and master distiller Brett Luchesi are helping redefine the category.
Forbes · 15h ago · Edible enlightenment from our eatery experts and colleagues Monie Begley, Richard Nalley and Randall Lane, as well as brothers Bob, Kip and Tim.
Forbes · 19h ago · James Beard winner Serigne Mbaye explains why Michelin cannot define West African cooking and makes his case through Dakar NOLA’s jollof rice and hospitality.
Forbes · 19h ago · A 50% Canadian whisky tariff begins August 19. See when bottle prices could rise, why increases will vary and which bottles face the greatest pressure in stores.
Forbes · Jul 27, 2026 · One of Asia’s best known artists and jewelry designers, Wallace Chan has just opened an ambitious exhibition built around three monumental titanium sculptures.
NPR · Jul 27, 2026 · Comic Con International 2026 wrapped up Sunday night. We discuss the weekend's biggest announcements and the ways that the convention is evolving.
NPR · Jul 27, 2026 · Ed Dwight is one of the nation's most significant African American sculptors. A retrospective in Denver highlights some of the 92-year-old artist's best-known works.
NPR · Jul 27, 2026 · A mountain tourist town tries to build year-round community by dedicating a building to to craftspeople, and including affordable housing.
Forbes · 8h ago · More than one third of seats installed in Boeing 737 MAX jets pose a safety risk, according to the FAA.
· The Independent UK · 17h ago · US Federal Aviation Administration says improperly fitted seats could injure passengers and crew members during an emergency landing
Forbes · 7h ago · The world’s greatest car manufacturers arrive in Texas in September, and fans can enjoy a culinary tour of the countries' cuisines on race weekend at these restaurants.
Forbes · 7h ago · For many Americans, their first car meant freedom, independence, a first job and dating. With the average car price near $50,000, has that dream is becoming untenable?
Forbes · 8h ago · Ethan Popp talks New York favorites and shares what it's like working on a hit Broadway show.
Forbes · 9h ago · Barcelona is busy. Really busy. But the city is taking steps to save it from overtourism and return it to its residents.
Forbes · 10h ago · The Maybach starts with Mercedes-Benz’s already formidable S-Class, stretches its proportions, adds handcrafted finishes and layers on power, comfort and technology
The Independent UK · 10h ago · The next total solar eclipse will be visible on 12 August
The Independent UK · 11h ago · Funding will help eight British companies develop infrastructure for green flights
The Independent UK · 11h ago · A 6.8 magnitude quake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on Tuesday
Forbes · 11h ago · Insider strategies for accessing coveted labels—no waitlist required.
Washington Post · 6h ago · Can America reject racial preferences without ignoring racial inequality? In this episode of “Make It Make Sense,” Carine Hajjar talks with economist and author Glenn Loury about race, opportunity and ideological diversity in American life.
Washington Post · 6h ago · Visa rule change, Medicare costs and recycling reform, in readers' eyes.
Washington Post · 7h ago · A lesson from Hungary: Boards don't capitulate to authoritarians. The people on them do.
Washington Post · 7h ago · How student outrage snowballed into the first protest movement to rattle his 12-year rule.
Washington Post · 15h ago · The climate community will want to restore what it lost. That’s the wrong strategy.
Washington Post · 15h ago · South Carolina’s top slot could limit momentum for candidates backed by the DSA.
Wall Street Journal · Jul 27, 2026
Washington Post · Jul 27, 2026 · The 60-vote Senate rule forces compromise. Democrats were wrong to attack it.
Washington Post · Jul 27, 2026 · Governments across the region are assuming more responsibility for their countries’ security.
Washington Post · Jul 27, 2026 · A law prohibiting the sale of “assault firearms” could have spurred record-breaking sales in the state.
Longreads · 9h ago · "After years of decline, butterfly populations are rising—for now."
New Scientist · 10h ago · Rats are a scourge on island wildlife all over the world. But an island off the coast of Ireland is showing how to successfully gain the upper hand
Longreads · 12h ago · “Moranis gets lost and found, Mel Brooks stays mint-in-the-box, and Josh Gad IS Ebenezer.”
Longreads · 15h ago · The Ego Trip author on the sea, the pull of South Africa, and how his ecology background shapes the stories he tells.
Longreads · Jul 27, 2026 · "SFPD cleared 14% of rape cases last year—half the national rate. The Standard found that kits get tested fast, then cases get quietly shelved."
Longreads · Jul 27, 2026 · "Charles Ross spent 50 years building 'Star Axis,' a naked-eye observatory in New Mexico. Now his masterwork is ready. How to share it with a changed world?"
Longreads · Jul 24, 2026 · "Tomato ripening rooms reveal the growing costs of the produce industry’s massive consolidation."
Longreads · Jul 24, 2026 · In this edition: loving a killer; GRASE under fire; the marvelous mundane; Texas on two wheels; and the man who would be T. rex king.
Longreads · Jul 24, 2026 · "An Instagram post turned one California student newspaper into a free-speech flash point. The students say they were just doing their homework."
Longreads · Jul 23, 2026 · "The last of the morticians."