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This lawyer believes in second chances. Now AI is providing a boost
A lawyer-founded startup uses artificial intelligence to help people clear criminal records, reducing the legal process from hours to minutes and serving tens of thousands across multiple states.
A woman with apparent heat stroke found dead while taking shelter in a car in quake-hit Japan
An elderly woman died from heat stroke while sheltering in a car in earthquake-hit Kumamoto, Japan, as the region faces extreme temperatures and ongoing recovery challenges.
EU to hold urgent meeting of interior ministers on Tuesday over Ceuta crisis
EU interior ministers will hold an urgent meeting Tuesday to address divisions over more than 50,000 migrants who arrived in Spanish territory Ceuta, with at least 67 deaths reported during crossings.
Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13 on board
A Cessna Caravan carrying 13 people crashed over Peru’s Nazca Lines archaeological site on Saturday, killing all aboard, including tourists from Germany, Spain, and Italy.
Five dead and 41 missing after Indonesia ferry catches fire
An Indonesian ferry carrying over 250 people caught fire while traveling between Surabaya and Makassar, resulting in five confirmed deaths and 41 missing persons.
A teen was killed at a Seattle protest. New video evidence shows what really happened
New video evidence reveals that a 16-year-old killed at Seattle’s 2020 CHOP protest was shot by armed security volunteers, with no evidence he fired weapons. The case remains unsolved six years later.
Will Germany bring back mandatory military conscription next year?
Germany is ramping up military recruitment through a voluntary service modernization program, but faces resistance from young people and may need to decide on mandatory conscription by next year if targets aren’t met.
Iran and Oman swap proposals to manage Strait of Hormuz: What we know
Iran rejected Oman’s proposal for joint Strait of Hormuz oversight and countered with its own plan seeking greater Iranian control over the strategically vital waterway amid ongoing regional tensions.
Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles as U.S. and Saudi Arabia strike militias in Iraq
Jordan’s military intercepted five Iranian missiles early Wednesday as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia conducted strikes against Iran-backed militia sites in Iraq, ending a brief three-day pause in Middle Eastern hostilities.
‘The shaking was terrifying’: stories of survival and loss emerge after Japan earthquake
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people and injuring hundreds. Survival stories and devastating losses emerged from heavily damaged towns near the epicenter.
Seattle pays tribute to festival shooting victims
Seattle held a candlelight vigil Monday to honor three people killed in a shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival the previous day, with the mayor condemning gun violence.
‘A narcissist’: Victim’s family hits out at Bryan Kohberger for challenging conviction for Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, convicted of four murders of University of Idaho students in 2022, is challenging his guilty plea and claiming false promises influenced his decision to avoid trial.
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Trump scoffs at ‘affordability’ as he touts economic policies at Georgia rally
Trump dismissed affordability as a Democratic talking point while promoting his Trump accounts investment program at a Georgia rally, touting economic benefits despite low approval ratings on economic handling.
Democrats try to harness data center backlash that’s dividing rural Republicans in places like Texas
Data center backlash in rural Texas is dividing traditionally Republican areas as Democrats spotlight the issue in the 2026 governor’s race, potentially reshaping the state’s political dynamics.
‘New York Times’ alleges White House abuses legal system to intimidate reporters
The New York Times argues the White House is abusing the justice system to identify its reporters’ sources in stories about Air Force One security concerns, claiming it violates First Amendment protections.
Democratic lawmakers propose bank funded by China tariffs to boost US manufacturing
Democratic lawmakers introduced legislation to create a new bank funded by China tariff revenue to support US manufacturing and revitalize industrial regions across the country.
Fifth person dies in New York City amid legionnaires’ disease outbreak
A fifth person has died in New York City from legionnaires’ disease traced to cooling towers on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with 82 confirmed cases and no new diagnoses reported in six days.
$37.5bn cost of Iran war revealed as senator warns of ‘another forever war’ | First Thing
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed that the US-Israel war on Iran has cost $37.5bn, prompting lawmakers to question the conflict’s objectives and rising expenditures.
Journalists urge correspondents’ association to stand up to Trump at rescheduled press dinner
Hundreds of journalists and press freedom groups urge the White House Correspondents’ Association to publicly defend the press against Trump administration attacks at the rescheduled dinner.
Mamdani taps Lina Khan and Tony Shorris for key New York economic posts
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed former FTC Chair Lina Khan to lead the city’s Economic Development Board and longtime government official Tony Shorris to head the Economic Development Corporation.
Thousands of immigrant children risk losing lawyers after Trump aid cuts
Thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children face losing legal representation after the Trump administration cut funding to legal organizations and accelerated deportation proceedings, advocates warn.
Endangered right whales could wait almost a decade for new US protections
A congressional plan to delay new endangered right whale protections until 2035 advanced with support from fishing industries, while environmentalists warn the extended moratorium could threaten the species’ survival.
‘Our system is in dire straits’: progressive Democrats hold Medicare for All hearing
Progressive Democrats held a hearing on Medicare for All legislation, with supporters including nurses and physicians arguing the current healthcare system requires transformation to address affordability and coverage gaps.
Jury finds Montana Sen. Jason Ellsworth guilty of official misconduct
A Helena jury found former Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth guilty of misdemeanor criminal official misconduct for awarding $170,000 in no-bid contracts to a company represented by a long-time business associate.
Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
Darline Graham announced she will seek a full term in South Carolina’s Senate seat, entering a crowded Republican primary following her appointment to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham.
RFK Jr pauses $1bn Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota
The Trump administration has paused over $1 billion in Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota, citing suspected fraud and noncompliance, marking an escalation in federal oversight of state healthcare spending.
US sends food for Cuban residents while still pressuring island’s government
The U.S. sent a cargo plane carrying 700 packages of food and hygiene supplies to Cuba, intended for distribution by Catholic groups while the government maintains sanctions and diplomatic pressure.
Wisconsin Democrats want to allow absentee voters to cast a new primary ballot
Wisconsin Democrats urge the state elections commission to allow absentee voters to cast new ballots after multiple gubernatorial candidates withdrew and re-entered the race ahead of the August 11 primary.
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A tax break for preserving land has drawn IRS scrutiny. Here’s when it still makes sense
Congress seeks to expand a land preservation tax incentive as the IRS continues scrutinizing conservation easements, though legal experts say properly structured deals still offer legitimate value for individual landowners.
Business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues in England only ‘a small move’, say critics
England’s pubs, clubs and live music venues will receive a 20% business rates discount as part of a £100m aid package, though critics argue the measure does not go far enough.
How much is Edinburgh’s tourist tax and who pays it?
Edinburgh has introduced a 5% tourist tax on overnight accommodation, becoming Scotland’s first city to implement the charge. The levy, which took effect this week, aims to raise £50m annually for city improvements.
Logistics giants are racing to keep up with healthcare boom as GLP-1s highlight need for cold storage
Major logistics providers including UPS and FedEx are significantly expanding cold-chain infrastructure to handle surging demand for temperature-sensitive medications like GLP-1 obesity and diabetes drugs.
Novo Nordisk sues Eli Lilly, alleging misleading GLP-1 advertising
Novo Nordisk filed a lawsuit against Eli Lilly, claiming its GLP-1 drug advertising misleads consumers by comparing outdated clinical trial data and omitting recent high-dose efficacy information.
Wall Street is selling more rental homes, as buying ban takes effect
Institutional investors subject to a new housing ban are listing rental homes for sale at more than double the rate from earlier this year, with nearly 9,500 properties on the market valued at $3.1 billion.
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AliExpress gets record €550m fine from EU for allowing sale of illegal products
AliExpress faces a record €550m fine from the EU for failing to adequately prevent illegal product sales, including counterfeit goods and unsafe items, on its platform.
Headaches for Silicon Valley as China chips away at the US’s lead in the AI race
China’s AI startups are challenging U.S. dominance by releasing capable, free models, while Google faces delays with Gemini. Meanwhile, Silicon Valley workers are taking collective action against AI-driven job losses.
TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe
TreeSize developer JAM Software is requiring perpetual license holders to subscribe for continued support and updates after their maintenance periods expire, frustrating customers who feel they already paid for the software.
Samsung can’t afford to play it safe with Apple’s first foldable looming
Samsung is launching new foldable phones at its Galaxy Unpacked event, including a wider Fold design, as it prepares for Apple’s forthcoming entry into the foldable market.
Tesla Robotaxis go to Florida
Tesla announced the launch of its Robotaxi service in Orlando and Tampa, Florida, as CEO Elon Musk prepares to discuss the autonomous vehicle program during earnings calls.
Instagram will let users endlessly swap the audio on old posts
Instagram now allows users to swap audio tracks on previously posted photos and videos unlimited times without reuploading, preserving engagement metrics while enabling creators to align content with current viral sounds.
Anthropic’s $1.5 billion book piracy settlement approved by judge
A federal judge approved Anthropic’s $1.5 billion settlement with authors alleging the AI company used copyrighted books for model training, providing approximately $3,000 per book.
Apple’s rumored ‘Upgrade’ program brings lease-to-own pricing for iPhones, Macs, and iPads
Apple is reportedly launching an ‘Apple Upgrade’ program offering lease-to-own options for iPhones, Macs, and iPads, with Klarna as the financial partner.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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The Carbon Capture Boom Is Starting to Crack
Carbon capture and storage technology, once heralded as essential for industrial decarbonization, is facing mounting skepticism as projects underperform and costs soar beyond initial forecasts.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor nearly doubled profits to $11.5bn in the second quarter, driven by elevated oil and gas prices resulting from geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
How the U.S. Became the World’s LNG Superpower
The United States supplied approximately 93% of global liquefied natural gas growth in 2025, exporting 5.2 trillion cubic feet and cementing its position as the world’s largest LNG exporter with a 25.4% market share.
US Oil Drillers Take A Break As Oil Prices Hover Near $100
U.S. oil drilling activity declined this week as crude prices fell below $100 per barrel, with active oil rigs dropping to 450 amid broader energy market adjustments.
The Strait of Hormuz Closure Is Already Hitting Supermarket Prices
Crop prices have reached three-year highs due to the Strait of Hormuz closure and regional conflicts, threatening to drive up supermarket prices globally and potentially trigger a food crisis.
Great Britain’s grid operator issues fresh warning over power supplies in heatwave
Britain’s energy operator warns of tight power supplies as a third heatwave hits the UK, requesting extra generation capacity for Thursday evening’s peak demand period.
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Cattle farming: ‘You can’t describe the loss’ – the reality of Bovine TB on farmers
Northern Ireland is consulting on bovine TB control measures, including badger culling and vaccination, as the disease continues affecting farmers emotionally and financially, costing over £70m annually.
What can the Galápagos Islands’ animals teach us about the threats of El Niño?
The Galápagos Islands face an intensifying El Niño pattern expected to bring record temperatures through next year, offering critical insights into how ecosystems respond to climate extremes.
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The island without childcare for babies
Kauaʻi has had virtually no licensed infant and toddler childcare for most of the past 15 years, forcing parents to rely on family care, work from home, or leave the workforce entirely.
Could a public campus really close? The fight to save Southern Oregon University
Southern Oregon University faces potential closure after discovering a $15 million budget shortfall, prompting state-funded emergency measures and severe cost-cutting plans affecting academic programs and hundreds of staff positions.
Facing political attack and falling enrollment, colleges take the fight to … each other
Facing declining enrollment and public scrutiny, four-year colleges are competing aggressively with community colleges and each other for students through expanded programs, aggressive recruiting, and political lobbying.
Many game sites evade school web filters
Many gaming websites are deliberately circumventing school web filters, allowing students to access inappropriate content on school-issued devices despite districts’ filtering efforts.
Trump Cut Their Education Grants. Here’s What Happened Next
Federal grant cancellations by the Trump administration have disrupted education research and programs nationwide, affecting university researchers, school districts, and nonprofits that relied on multimillion-dollar funding commitments.
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