Geopolitics
US government cancels subpoena against three New York Times reporters
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Withdrawal is latest instance of government's efforts to crack down on critical media facing setbacks in court.
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Geopolitics
How Sudan war is putting cancer patients at risk
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
How Sudan war is putting cancer patients at risk
Entrepreneurship
Check Your Fridge: 19 Million Eggs Sold at Kroger and Other Stores Were Just Recalled
Inc. · Global
Midwest Poultry Services has issued a massive recall across six states due to possible ‘Salmonella’ contamination. Here are the brand names, plant codes, and s…
Tech & Startups
AMD takes on Nvidia with its Helios AI rack-scale system
TechCrunch · US
AMD is challenging its chipmaker rival with a new rack-scale system that will start shipping to customers later this year.
Entrepreneurship
Is Moving South the Secret to a Cheap Rent Deal? New Report Reveals the Best Prices
Inc. · Global
Landlords are offering discounts.
Tech & Startups
Patreon lays off 20% of its workforce
TechCrunch · US
In a memo to staff that was posted online, Conte said the company's core business is strong, but the platform has to respond to market changes and adjust its c…
Entrepreneurship
This AI App Predicts Your Death Date—and How to Delay It. Here’s Why Its Founder Pivoted to Save Lives
Inc. · Global
After his $10 million startup stalled, Death Clock founder Brent Franson launched a viral app bringing affordable, AI-powered longevity tracking to the masses.
Entrepreneurship
OpenAI, Volkswagen, and Wells Fargo All Made the Same Mistake
Inc. · Global
An OpenAI model escaped containment and hacked into another company’s systems. The most important takeaway may be what the incident reveals about leadership, m…
Geopolitics
'In view of possible violence': Why Sonam Wangchuk ended hunger strike after 26 days
Times of India – World · India
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after prolonged negotiations and to prevent potential violence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced tougher me…
Tech & Startups
Insurance startup Corgi reportedly raised more money at $4B — its third round in 8 weeks
TechCrunch · US
In the AI-funding frenzy, many startups are raising back-to-back rounds at ever-increasing valuations — but even by those standards, Corgi stands out.
Geopolitics
US prosecutors dropping New York Times subpoenas over Trump plane reporting
South China Morning Post – World · China
Donald Trump’s Justice Department will withdraw subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns about the president flying on …
Geopolitics
Chaos Breaks Out at Border Crossings With Iraq
The New York Times – World · US
Videos verified by The New York Times show border crossings in southern Iraq becoming the latest target in the hostilities in the Middle East.
Geopolitics
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Sonam Wangchuk has ended his hunger strike after 26 days, saying the decision follows a "long negotiation" on various conditions and "in view of possible viole…
Geopolitics
Trump administration drops New York Times subpoenas over Air Force One reporting
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The White House had targeted journalists from The New York Times for their reporting on security concerns with a Qatari-donated Air Force One plane.
Tech & Startups
Tesla’s door handles may spur new US safety rules
TechCrunch · US
The new rule-making process follows a series of incidents, including fatal ones, in which people have become stuck inside cars.
Geopolitics
Strikes Against Saudi Tankers in the Red Sea Send Oil Past $100 a Barrel
The New York Times – World · US
President Trump threatened attacks on Houthi militants after the Iranian ally said it had hit two Saudi Arabian-flagged vessels.
Entrepreneurship
Nearly Half of American Airlines’ Ticket Revenue Comes From Just 30 Percent of Its Seats
Inc. · Global
Catering to the upper echelon of spenders continues to be a winning formula.
Geopolitics
Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike over exam paper leaks
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Sonam Wangchuk says he ended his fast to demand education minister's resignation 'in view of possible violence'.
Geopolitics
China vows to defend Brazil’s sovereignty as Trump’s 25% tariff bites
South China Morning Post – World · China
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Brazil that Beijing would continue to support its sovereignty, security, and development interests hours after a 25 per c…
Geopolitics
Minnesota man who killed Democratic lawmaker sentenced to life in US prison
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Judge says that long sentence is merited for slaying of state Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.
Tech & Startups
Meta drops out of a major clean energy pact as its natural gas buildout accelerates
TechCrunch · US
Meta has made significant investments in natural gas over the past year. Now it's dropping out of an industry renewable energy group.
Entrepreneurship
Set Up This New Google Feature Now. You May Never Get Locked Out of Gmail Again
Inc. · Global
Google rolled out an additional account recovery option in the form of a selfie video—here’s how to record one today.
Geopolitics
Journalist killed in Mexico after years of exposing corruption
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Mexican journalist Alejandro Leyva Aguilar was shot dead while eating at a street food stall in Oaxaca.
Geopolitics
The Tate Brothers Are Losing Right-Wing Allies After Their Arrest
The New York Times – World · US
After Andrew and Tristan Tate, prominent leaders of the so-called manosphere, were arrested in Miami, many of their onetime allies on the American right pulled…
Geopolitics
A Russian Spy, Suddenly Cast Into the Spotlight, Flees Japan
The New York Times – World · US
The military intelligence officer left the country after The Times reported that he was using the Aeroflot airline office in Tokyo to conduct espionage.
Entrepreneurship
Gymshark Built a Billion-Dollar Brand on Influencers. Now That Strategy Is at the Center of a Potential Class Action Lawsuit
Inc. · Global
The suit follows similar legal action against Revolve and Alo Yoga.
Entrepreneurship
AI Is Letting Solo Founders Build Startups Without Hiring. Here’s What AI Couldn’t Do for Them
Inc. · Global
One-person startups won’t eliminate teams. They’ll change when founders hire and what those hires do.
Geopolitics
Resumption of oil exports: Will Yemen recover its economic lifeline?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Yemen has proven oil reserves estimated at three billion barrels, but the security environment hinders its export.
Geopolitics
France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west
BBC News – World · Europe
Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region.
Geopolitics
Pentagon expands blacklist to include China’s top civilian universities
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Pentagon has added Fudan University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University to a list of foreign institutions deemed a threat to US national security, extending …
Geopolitics
Cop rapes policeman's daughter, class 10 student as colleague keeps watch; both arrested
Times of India – World · India
Two married police constables face charges for abducting and raping a teenager. They lured the Class 10 student to a vacant room under false pretenses. The c…
Geopolitics
Saudi nuclear deal in doubt as Trump adds new condition regarding Israel
The Washington Post – World · US
A day after the agreement was signed, the president laid out a new requirement: that the Saudis normalize relations with Israel.
Tech & Startups
Anthropic updates Claude voice mode with more capable models
TechCrunch · US
Claude's new voice model will let you reschedule your meeting or draft an email.
Entrepreneurship
Actor Tyler Mane’s Diagnosis Exposed a Health Reality Most Men Ignore. Search Data Shows Interest Is Exploding
Inc. · Global
A 131 percent spike in searches reveals growing awareness around male breast cancer, but experts warn men are still missing critical early warning signs.
Geopolitics
Germany seeks energy and trading partners in Africa
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Germany wants to boost relations with Africa. During his trip, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has promoted cooperation on energy, infrastructure and t…
Tech & Startups
Meta’s New Feel-Good AI Ad Uses a Song About the World Ending
Wired · Global
The clip features the David Bowie track “Five Years,” which includes lyrics such as “Earth was really dying (dying).”
Geopolitics
Iran war: Chinese tanker passes Red Sea choke point despite Houthi blockade
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Houthi militia in Yemen appears to be allowing some ships to pass through the Bab al-Mandab strait at the mouth of the Red Sea, despite its blockade of shi…
Tech & Startups
AegisAI, founded by former Google security execs, lands $36M to stop AI-driven spear phishing
TechCrunch · US
AegisAI co-founders developed AI agents that quickly analyze each message as a human would, paying attention to small anomalies that even the most elaborate ch…
Geopolitics
House votes to limit Trump on Iran; Senate fails to advance similar measure
The Washington Post – World · US
The votes marked the first test of Republican support for the conflict since President Donald Trump resumed military strikes against Tehran this month.
Entrepreneurship
Seattle’s Viral Raccoon Jimothy Became an Internet Celebrity. Not Everyone Is Happy About It
Inc. · Global
As companies race to join the Jimothy craze, the raccoon’s fame is fueling a larger debate over whether every viral moment needs brands to join in.
Entrepreneurship
Electric Air Taxi Service Is Expanding Into a New Country
Inc. · Global
Catch one on your next flight.
Geopolitics
‘We Will All Die From Ebola Here’: Virus Stalks Crowded Camps in Congo
The New York Times – World · US
There are a million people displaced by violence in the epicenter. They live in dangerous conditions and are fighting the virus with very little clean water.
Geopolitics
Horoscope today: Daily astrological predictions for July 24
Times of India – World · India
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for July 24, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 1…
Geopolitics
Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen’s Houthis: Report
Indian Express – World · India
- Iran sent IRGC commanders, advisers, and missile/drone equipment to Yemen via a Mahan Air flight, diverted to Hodeidah after an airport attack, to bolster Ho…
Tech & Startups
For Taylor Swift, Madison Square Garden’s Controversial Cameras Briefly Went Dark
Wired · Global
MSG’s sprawling surveillance system can monitor guests down to the second. Its owners made an exception for the pop star’s rehearsal dinner.
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