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All’s Fair: Why Kim Kardashian came back to ‘the worst TV drama ever’
Kim Kardashian returns for season two of ‘All’s Fair,’ the legal drama that faced critical panning but became Hulu’s most-watched scripted debut in three years due to its unintentional comedy value.
Cristian Mungiu’s Cinematographer Tudor Vladimir Panduru Breaks Down Long Takes on ‘Fjord,’ ‘R.M.N.’ at Jakarta World Cinema Masterclass
Cinematographer Tudor Vladimir Panduru discussed his long-take technique and collaborations with director Cristian Mungiu during a masterclass at Jakarta World Cinema, covering films including ‘R.M.N.’ and ‘Fjord.’
Factcheck: UK Conservatives double the ‘cost of net-zero’ after spreadsheet blunder
UK Conservatives cited an incorrect £957 billion net-zero cost figure in a policy document, apparently stemming from a spreadsheet error that doubled the Climate Change Committee’s actual 2020 estimate of £478 billion.
UNEP: Opportunity has ‘been lost’ to meet 1.5C warming limit without ‘overshoot’
The UN Environment Programme reports that exceeding the 1.5C warming limit is now “inevitable” due to decades of insufficient climate action, with only potential to minimize the extent of overshoot.
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School Pregnancy Prevention Efforts Shut Down as Trump Emphasizes Abstinence
The Department of Health and Human Services terminated federal Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program grants for over 50 organizations nationwide on June 26, citing misalignment with Trump administration priorities emphasizing abstinence.
US hotel operators say promised boon from hosting World Cup hasn’t materialized yet
U.S. hotel operators report that bookings for the World Cup have fallen short of expectations across most host cities, with demand ranging from flat to significantly below seasonal norms.
Mount Olympus Is Finally a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Managing a Tourism Surge Is Its Next Hurdle
Mount Olympus in Greece has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site after a 12-year campaign, with tour operators viewing it as beneficial for both conservation and sustainable tourism development.
Europe’s Airline Supergroups Brace for a Crucial Earnings Week
Europe’s three largest airline groups prepare to report second-quarter earnings this week amid ongoing impacts from the Iran war and elevated fuel costs affecting profitability.
Frontier’s Q2 Shows an Ultra-Low-Cost Carrier Can Raise Fares Too
Frontier Airlines reported record second-quarter revenue of $1.3 billion, up 38% year-over-year, driven by higher airfares and improved pricing power in the market.
Europe’s Fires Haven’t Stopped Tourism Yet, But EU Officials Warn Risk Could Spread
Wildfires in France and Spain have forced thousands of evacuations near tourist destinations like Bordeaux and Madrid, with EU officials warning the fires could spread to Greece, Italy, and Central Europe.
Archbishop of Canterbury calls for end to Israeli occupation of Palestine
The Archbishop of Canterbury called for an end to Israeli occupation of Palestine following a pastoral visit where she met Palestinians affected by settler violence and detention.
US charges Indian criminal gang leader with organising murder of Canadian Sikh activist
US and Canadian authorities charged 37 people, including imprisoned Indian gang leader Lawrence Bishnoi, in connection with the 2023 murder of Canadian Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar and other crimes.
France commemorates the Vel d’Hiv roundup after a Paris plaque honoring rescuers is vandalized
France commemorated the Vel d’Hiv roundup, a 1942 mass arrest of Jews by French police. A plaque honoring rescuers was vandalized ahead of the ceremony amid rising antisemitic incidents.
IRS chief Bisignano: ‘We should have every family enrolled in a Trump Account’
IRS Chief Frank Bisignano stated his goal is to enroll all families in Trump Accounts, tax-deferred investment vehicles for children, with 6.5 million children currently enrolled.
Some high-earning investors will soon owe taxes on years of deferred capital gains
High-earning investors face a December 31, 2026 tax deadline for capital gains they deferred through Opportunity Zone investments, with aggregate deferred gains valued at $75 billion.
Does the 4% retirement rule still work? New research points to another strategy to maximize income
New research challenges the traditional 4% retirement withdrawal rule, suggesting that partial annuitization—combining guaranteed income with invested assets—may better balance security, flexibility, and longevity.