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Convicted gun felon awaiting sentencing earned spot at Rikers World Cup watch party with Mamdani

A Rikers Island inmate convicted on felony gun charges was among those rewarded with a FIFA World Cup watch party attended by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Covert DNA sample from Colorado man's trash revives 44-year-old Texas murder case: report

Larry Dean Brown's covert DNA sample from discarded soda bottles linked him to blood on Beverly Bruneau's nightgown over four decades after her death.

Teen brawl inside In-N-Out sends customers running during monsoon storm, video shows

Video footage shows teens throwing punches inside a Tempe In-N-Out Burger as customers trapped by a monsoon storm scrambled to escape the chaos.

Convicted gun felon awaiting sentencing earned spot at Rikers World Cup watch party with Mamdani

A Rikers Island inmate convicted on felony gun charges was among those rewarded with a FIFA World Cup watch party attended by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Covert DNA sample from Colorado man's trash revives 44-year-old Texas murder case: report

Larry Dean Brown's covert DNA sample from discarded soda bottles linked him to blood on Beverly Bruneau's nightgown over four decades after her death.

Teen brawl inside In-N-Out sends customers running during monsoon storm, video shows

Video footage shows teens throwing punches inside a Tempe In-N-Out Burger as customers trapped by a monsoon storm scrambled to escape the chaos.

Convicted gun felon awaiting sentencing earned spot at Rikers World Cup watch party with Mamdani

A Rikers Island inmate convicted on felony gun charges was among those rewarded with a FIFA World Cup watch party attended by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Around the world

US troops unload China's only known aid flight to earthquake-ravaged Venezuela as Americans surge relief

U.S. government photos show American soldiers unloading China's only aid flight at Simón Bolívar Airport as Venezuela reels from June earthquakes.

Trump administration touts more than $1B in UN budget cuts as reform push gains momentum

The Trump administration says it secured over $1 billion in U.N. budget cuts in six months, including a $550 million peacekeeping budget reduction.

Trump officials unveil private sector blueprint for life after USAID

Ambassador Mike Waltz says the Trump administration is replacing traditional foreign aid with private investment and trade to create jobs, cut dependency.

WATCH: Russian soldier thrown through air as Soviet-era helicopter gun spins out of control

Trump says Putin is "ready to make a deal" to end the Ukraine war, but Russia warned Western troops enforcing any ceasefire would be military targets.

16 US service members have died in the Iran war, reflecting a conflict fought largely in the air

The U.S. military reports two more service members have been killed in the conflict with Iran, bringing the total to 16.

African growth boom follows Trump push to replace aid with trade

Despite predictions of collapse after USAID cuts, sub-Saharan Africa is outpacing Asia in growth forecasts, fueled by trade and private investment.

Takeaways from the AP-NORC poll of more than 1,000 Jewish Americans

The Associated Press has surveyed more than 1,000 Jewish adults in the U.S. to better understand their views on Israel’s military actions in Gaza, their opinions of the political parties and their experiences with prejudice.

Technology

China's Xi calls for more global efforts to guide AI, chides US for its curbs on tech sharing

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for more global cooperation in the development and governance of artificial intelligence, while promising support for other countries.

What Zelenskyy risks by firing Ukraine’s tech-minded defense minister

On July 15, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, the official most closely identified with Ukraine’s much-lauded effort to turn drones, software, and commercial technology into military advantage.

Exclusive: ‘The emotion is doubled, it's not reduced’

The World Cup is drawing to close with today's final — FIFA's referee chief tells us why VAR, automated offsides and 'Robocop' referees have been key players in the tournament.

DeepMind CEO pushes for AI industry self-regulation

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is pushing for the US AI industry to self-regulate, with the support of government, as a starting point for an international creating shared international standards.

How to watch Japan vs France for FREE: Live streams and TV channels for Nations Championship 2026

All the ways to watch Japan vs France live streams – including for FREE – for the Nations Championship 2026 Round 3 game at Japan National Stadium, Tokyo.

Thinking Machines is coming for Anthropic’s intellectual vibe

In ads, influencer partnerships, and blog posts, Anthropic has continued to position itself as the intellectual, even creative, AI platform. “There’s hope in hard questions,” explicates one ad. “Keep thinking with Claude,” suggests another.

How to share vacation photos on any screen

AirPlay, Chromecast, Smart View, HDMI and projectors all work for vacation photos on a bigger screen, but the best method depends on your setup.

Sports News

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out

Kimi Antonelli has seen off a challenge from Charles Leclerc to get back to winning ways at the Belgian Grand Prix as his teammate and Formula 1 title rival George Russell failed to finish.

England beats France in instant classic to earn third place at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Bukayo Saka's hat trick and Kylian Mbappe's Golden Boot surge fueled a record-breaking World Cup bronze final between England and France in Miami.

IndyCar driver David Malukas ruled out of qualifying after big crash at Nashville Superspeedway

David Malukas hit the SAFER barrier during practice at Nashville Superspeedway, and Conor Daly has been tapped to take over the No. 12 car for qualifying.

Former Cubs player Anthony Rizzo snares Michael Busch's home run ball in the Wrigley Field bleachers

The ball from current Cubs first baseman Michael Busch’s first inning solo homer against Minnesota was recovered in Wrigley Field’s right-field bleachers by former Chicago first baseman Anthony Rizzo.

Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani won't pitch for 'some time' because of left knee irritation

Shohei Ohtani won’t make his next scheduled start on the mound because of left knee irritation and isn’t expected back in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ rotation for a while.

Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix for a big F1 title boost after George Russell out

Kimi Antonelli has seen off a challenge from Charles Leclerc to get back to winning ways at the Belgian Grand Prix as his teammate and Formula 1 title rival George Russell failed to finish.

England beats France in instant classic to earn third place at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Bukayo Saka's hat trick and Kylian Mbappe's Golden Boot surge fueled a record-breaking World Cup bronze final between England and France in Miami.

Politics News

After 6 years, Trump brings his election obsession to primetime at the White House

President Donald Trump is making a primetime address to the nation that's expected to include discussion of election issues.

Trump backs Mike Lindell in Minnesota governor’s race

President Donald Trump has endorsed MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's race for governor. Lindell has been a steadfast supporter of Trump and joined the president in denying that Trump lost the 2020 election.

Rodriguez exits Wisconsin governor’s race

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez has abandoned her Democratic primary campaign for governor, citing financial concerns. Rodriguez said Friday the campaign financial issues would be a distraction were she to continue running in the Midwestern battleground state.

Families seek reopening of Minn. conviction review unit

Families of incarcerated people are calling for the reopening of the Minnesota Attorney General’s conviction review unit after it was shut down for lack of funding.

After 6 years, Trump brings his election obsession to primetime at the White House

President Donald Trump is making a primetime address to the nation that's expected to include discussion of election issues.

Trump backs Mike Lindell in Minnesota governor’s race

President Donald Trump has endorsed MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's race for governor. Lindell has been a steadfast supporter of Trump and joined the president in denying that Trump lost the 2020 election.

Rodriguez exits Wisconsin governor’s race

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez has abandoned her Democratic primary campaign for governor, citing financial concerns. Rodriguez said Friday the campaign financial issues would be a distraction were she to continue running in the Midwestern battleground state.