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Trump beware: US voters are concerned about government corruption
A Harris poll found government corruption is the second most important issue for voters, with 87% saying it’s a problem. Critics argue the Trump administration is focusing anti-fraud campaigns on social safety net programs while overlooking high-level corruption involving the president and his associates.
Maurene Comey ruling offers hope of check on Trump’s assault on rule of law
A federal judge ruled that the Department of Justice’s firing of assistant US attorney Maurene Comey without cause violated the Civil Service Reform Act, rejecting government arguments about presidential power.
A train was delayed by a solar storm. But something didn’t add up.
Researchers have corrected a 178-year-old historical error about a train delay caused by solar activity, revealing it occurred in 1848 rather than 1841.
Australia offers astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg for space mission to International Space Station
Australia’s government has offered astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg to the European Space Agency for a 2028 International Space Station mission, marking the first qualified Australian astronaut to fly under the Australian flag.
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Lowe’s gives muted outlook as it sees ‘pressure’ in home improvement spending
Lowe’s reported mixed quarterly results and revised its full-year outlook downward, citing pressure in home improvement spending as consumers remain cautious amid a slower housing market.
The Estée Lauder Cos. Reports 6 Percent Sales Increase in Q4
Estée Lauder reported a 6 percent increase in fourth-quarter net sales to $3.6 billion, beating analyst expectations and showing continued turnaround momentum across most product categories and regions.
Nebius Just Revealed the Most Important Number That Could Change the AI Stock’s Investment Thesis
Nebius Group reported an estimated payback period of approximately 1 year and 10 months for second-quarter contracts, down from a historical range of two to three years, suggesting improving economics for its capital-intensive AI infrastructure business.
The Fund Sold Floor & Decor (FND) as Housing Demand Stayed Weak
Baron Small Cap Fund sold its Floor & Decor Holdings position during the second quarter, citing weak existing home sales and preferring alternative exposure to a potential housing recovery.
Amer Sports Q2 sales, profit surge on Arc’teryx, Salomon growth
Amer Sports reported a 339% surge in operating profit to $192m during the second quarter, driven by strong performance from Arc’teryx and Salomon divisions alongside revenue growth exceeding 30%.
Campaigner Claire Lomas died in crash while filming Apple series, inquest told
Claire Lomas, a charity campaigner who raised nearly £1m for spinal injury research, died in a microlight crash in Jordan while filming for an Apple series in July 2024.
Phyllida Law: Actress who starred with daughters Emma and Sophie Thompson dies
Phyllida Law, stage and screen actress and mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, has died at age 94. She appeared alongside her daughters in multiple film and television productions throughout her eight-decade career.
Wladimir Klitschko pays tribute to ex-partner Hayden Panettiere: ‘She left this world too soon’
Wladimir Klitschko posted a tribute to Hayden Panettiere following her death in Greenville, South Carolina, saying she left the world too soon and promising their daughter will remember her mother’s talent and career.
Tupac Shakur trial: lawyers share full account of killing as witnesses still refuse to testify
Prosecutors presented detailed evidence in the trial of Duane Davis, accused of commanding the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur, though several witnesses have resisted providing full testimony.
John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86
John Irvin, British filmmaker behind the BAFTA-winning miniseries Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and films including Hamburger Hill and The Dogs of War, died on 11 August at age 86.
TV tonight: the jawdropping story of the mother who faked her son’s illness
A Channel 4 documentary examines the case of Matthew Hayden-Johnson, whose mother Lisa falsely claimed he suffered from severe disabilities, featuring testimony from both mother and son as the deception unraveled.
Kim Jong-kwan’s ‘The Table: Day and Night’ to Open Busan
Director Kim Jong-kwan’s ‘The Table: Day and Night’ has been selected as the opening film for the 31st Busan International Film Festival, marking the feature’s world premiere.