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Politics
Billions spent by key federal agency hasn't made American dream of homeownership any easier: report
The American Dream of home ownership slipped further away in all 50 states despite $460 billion in HUD spending over a decade, watchdog find
Science
Rethinking how we name and classify our human ancestors following recent evolutionary discoveries
Recent advances in our understanding of human evolution challenge the way we currently name and classify our ancestors, according to new res
Finance
Introducing Ulez was my hardest decision as mayor of London – but now we know its astonishing impact | Sadiq Khan
Critics said I was attacking motorists. It’s more important for me that the city’s children are no longer breathing dangerous levels of poll
World
Poor sleep can cost over-50s nine months of career, study finds
Findings highlight importance of sleep health during middle age, particularly for those with lower socioeconomic statusSleep that is extreme
World
Ulez led to better lung size and function among London children, study finds
Researchers find capacity stunted by pollution was restored after introduction of ultra-low emission zoneChildren’s lungs grew bigger and st
Politics
One Common Type of Physical Activity Linked to Higher Dementia Risk
The study lead told Newsweek: "The social and commercial determinants of physical activity are complex and multifaceted."
Azerbaijan
UAE suspends trade and financial transactions with Iran amid missile attacks
World
Dr. Congo Ebola outbreak ‘far from being under control’: WHO chief
Congolese officials said on Monday that the outbreak had killed over 2,300 people out of nearly 5,000 cases, making it the deadliest in the
World
San Diego Padres minor league staffer detained by ICE at airport
Oswaldo Pirela was detained after arriving in Texas on a work trip for the club
Sport
Dodgers reportedly placing struggling closer Edwin Díaz on injured list as bullpen woes continue
Díaz has an 11.85 ERA, 2.56 WHIP and -1.4 WAR in 16 outings this season after signing a three-year, $69 million contract
World
The foods linked to the latest outbreaks of parasitic and bacterial illnesses in the US
Illnesses have forced massive recalls across dozens of states from coast to coast
Politics
Amazon Prime Subscription Settlement: FTC Advice on Paypal and Venmo Claims
Amazon Prime customers are receiving PayPal refunds as the FTC’s settlement payouts begin nationwide.
World
Trump says no Iran talks planned, insists Strait of Hormuz remains open
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday there were no talks planned with Iran and insisted the Strait of Hormuz remained open, despite lim
Science
Canada's AI strategy needs educators who feel prepared, not just trained
The Canadian government recently introduced AI for All, a national artificial intelligence strategy that has two focuses: building trust and
Science
Study suggests three-quarters of Indo-Pacific coral reefs could drown as sea levels rise
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) scientists have found that most coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific may struggle
World
The Indian activist jailed after taking on a luxury hotel plan
An activist's detention has brought under focus a larger battle over land and development around the famed Kaziranga National Park.
Politics
Democrats’ Push for Generational Change Could Hit a Wall in Massachusetts
Senator Ed Markey leads polls against Rep. Seth Moulton, who has argued for generational change in the Massachusetts Senate race.
Tech
Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now
Tanks with defensive tech for shooting down drones are still proving vulnerable.
Politics
Biggest Bombshells From Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Tuesday
Clancy trial sees major revelations on psychosis, fall injuries, and repeated failures in her search for help.
Tech
Cursor capitalizes on Github frustration, launches rival hosting platform
Cursor, known for its AI Code Editor, is launching a new code hosting platform to rival developers' long preferred favorite, Github.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan lifts curtain on oil exports to Italy for 7M2026
World
CNN Condemns the White House’s Attacks on Journalist Kristen Holmes: Here’s What to Know
The network’s rebuke came after a question Holmes asked Trump drew a series of critical posts from the White House targeting the journalist.
Tech
Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears
Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got under way.
Culture
Walmart Touts Free Peacock Access for Walmart+ Members on Heels of Streamer’s Latest Price Hike
Walmart is offering up some new deals, discounts and special offers right now, including a way to get a Peacock streaming subscription for f
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