'I thought consumers weren't paying?' MAGA rips Josh Hawley over 'out of touch' proposal
Critics on X swatted Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) for introducing legislation to provide $600 tariff rebates to almost all Americans and their dependent children.Adam Lynch (Alternet.org)
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What It Feels Like For a Girl stars condemn political attacks on trans people
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What It Feels Like For a Girl stars condemn political attacks on trans people
What It Feels Like For a Girl stars Hannah Jones and Alex Thomas-Smith have condemned political attacks against the trans community.Amelia Hansford (PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news)
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ESPN Insider Predicts Wild Landing Spot For Diamondbacks Star Eugenio Suarez
The Arizona Diamondbacks are reportedly fielding offers for Eugenio Suárez from a handful of teams. Where will he be traded?Zach Pressnell (Newsweek)
Bills QB Josh Allen Hits Breaking Point With Patrick Mahomes Question
Josh Allen is sick of being asked this one thing about his biggest rivalMichael Gallagher (Newsweek)
NYC gunman targeted NFL over alleged brain injury, mayor says
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NYC gunman targeted NFL over alleged brain injury, mayor says
The gunman expressed criticisms of the NFL in a note, leading officials to believe he was targeting the NFL officesCheyenne McNeill (Salon.com)
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Watch a cheetah up-close as it chases its prey
The fastest animal on land rarely uses its top speed to capture prey. So how do they catch their target?www.bbc.com
The Most Modern of Modern Sports
The secret runaway success of Kenneth Gandar-Dower’s racing cheetahs.Jennifer Lee Noonan (Damn Interesting)
Despite Google's Battery Performance Update, This Pixel Still Caught Fire
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Despite Google's Battery Performance Update, This Pixel Still Caught Fire
If you have a Pixel 6a, update it now—and consider replacing the battery.Jake Peterson (Lifehacker)
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Claiming Accuracy - Giorgio Provinciali - Medium
Druzhkivka — After another night of violence that damaged several civilian infrastructures in the heart of Kyiv — but fortunately without casualties — President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that «step…Giorgio Provinciali (Medium)
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Why Marriage Survives
The institution has adapted, and is showing new signs of resilience.Brad Wilcox (The Atlantic)
🇺🇦 This year, Ukraine plans to attract $39 billion in external financing, - PM Svyrydenko.
🗣️"We also expect a positive decision by Verkhovna Rada on changes to the state budget. This will allow us to meet the needs of security and defense sector. UAH 400 billion funds."
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Zoo Kills 12 Baboons Despite Animal Rights Protests
Tiergarten Zoo killed 12 baboons despite activist protests, exposing the cruelty behind zoos' conservation claims and captive breeding practicesPathless Pilgrim (Medium)
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California sues Trump administration over Planned Parenthood 'defunding' - EUROPE SAYS
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Tuesday the state’s 36th lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s administration in 27 weeks.EUROPE SAYS
YouTube will identify and restrict minors’ accounts with AI
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YouTube will identify and restrict minors’ accounts with AI
YouTube will roll out a new age estimation feature starting August 13th, which will use an account’s age and activity to determine if someone is under 18.Emma Roth (The Verge)
Meoto Iwa, the Wedded Rocks
The "Wedded Rocks" represent the creator gods of Shintō, just a short distance from the Grand Shrine of Ise, the principal shrine of Shintō.Bob's Pages of Travel, Linux, Cybersecurity, and More
What an absolutely terrible comment on how low our society has sunk that anyone actually needs to say that they make no apologies for saving the lives of those in peril at sea.
Why on earth would anyone think for a minute you'd need to apologise for it?
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RNLI crew makes no apologies for saving migrants' lives in English Channel
It says it has saved the lives of 58 people crossing the Channel "in their most distressing times".Simon Jones (BBC News)
In some southern european states people, especially mariners, have had to appear in court proceedings for "assisting" illegal immigrants. Although I don't think they were incriminated by it, the message was clear, "let them drown or you may get in trouble for helping them".
Nearly the reverse of international marine law that states that you HAVE TO assist those at sea lacking navigation systems or propulsion.
Former GM Calls MLB Trade Deadline 'The Most Bizarre I Can Remember'
Circumstances beyond the control of the 30 MLB teams have conspired to create a confounding deadline for executives looking to improve their teams' fortunes.Jon Paul Hoornstra (Newsweek)
Google Home rolling out fix for issues with light controls via voice commands
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Google Home rolling out fix for issues with light controls via voice commands
Following many user reports of issues, Google has confirmed a fix is rolling out for light controls and voice commands in Google Home.Ben Schoon (9to5Google)
IMF lifts U.S. growth outlook on lower tariffs and upbeat markets
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Millennium Challenge Corporation will survive, but many programs might not - EUROPE SAYS
The Millennium Challenge Corporation has survived the Trump administration’s foreign assistance review, but more than half of its programs are slated forEUROPE SAYS
Today in 1958, 67 years ago: US President Dwight D. Eisenhower signs the National Aeronautics and Space Act, which will create NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
Record catch of krill near Antarctica could trigger early closure of fishery
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Record catch of krill near Antarctica could trigger early closure of fishery
Fishing for krill near Antarctica has surged to a record high, nearing a seasonal catch limit that could close the fishery early.PBS News
GDP is ready to pop, but not because the U.S. economy is popping
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Consumer confidence rebounds slightly in July on easing inflation fears and higher stock prices
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Men 'most likely to flip' as dramatic number of young Americans now disapprove of Trump: poll
Since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term, his job approval has fallen most sharply among Americans aged 18‑29 —with their support collapsing faster than any other age group,according to the latest CBS/YouGov survey of U.S.Ailia Zehra (Alternet.org)
Man Runs For Mayor With Really, Really, Really Unfortunate Name
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Man Runs For Mayor With Really, Really, Really Unfortunate Name
There's a big difference between "Geoffrey" and "Jeffrey."Ryan Grenoble (HuffPost)
Job openings decline and hiring tapers off due to trade wars. The good news? Layoffs are still low.
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