Initially, the world believed the United States would face Belgium in the World Cup round-of-16 without star striker Folarin Balogun. He had received a straight red card in the team’s previous match, a 2-0 victory against Bosnia and Herzegovina, resulting in a one-game suspension. Many FIFA officials indicated to The Athletic that an appeal was […]
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has enacted a groundbreaking law requiring specific staffing levels at grocery store checkout areas. This makes Rhode Island the first state to introduce such a mandate. Governor McKee seems to suggest that state intervention is necessary to oversee retail operations, implying that government oversight can enhance management more effectively than […]
In recent years, Europe has continually faced severe heatwaves. The continent’s persistent reluctance to embrace air conditioning is proving deadly. A recent study highlights the severe consequences, estimating over 20,000 heat-related deaths just last week. France, one of the most affected countries, reported over 2,000 excess deaths due to the week’s extreme temperatures. Belgium faced […]
Democracy Dies in Darkness Stephen Miran was on the Board of Governors while taking a leave of absence from the White House, highlighting tensions between government roles and central bank independence. On July 5, 2026, Stephen Miran testified during a Senate Banking Committee hearing about his nomination to be a Board member of the Federal […]
In a surprising move, FIFA has suspended the red card ban of Folarin Balogun, allowing the United States’ top goal scorer to play against Belgium. This decision marks the first time since 1962 that FIFA has altered a suspension ruling, which raised questions about its motivation. President Trump reportedly asked FIFA president Gianni Infantino to […]
During the July Fourth weekend, “Minions & Monsters” narrowly outperformed “Toy Story 5” at the box office. Studio estimates indicate the latest installment in the “Despicable Me” series earned $36.4 million in North America. “Toy Story 5,” though previously topping the charts, followed closely with $31 million. “Minions & Monsters,” featuring the well-known mischievous Minions […]
The recent World Cup match between Portugal and Croatia held more than just the promise of advancing to the Round of 16. For soccer couple Ana Maria Markovic and Tomas Ribeiro, a playful bet was at stake: the losing side would send one of them to sleep on the couch. Ana Maria Markovic, a Croatian […]
House Speaker Mike Johnson advocated on Sunday for Congress to address birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s executive order aiming to curb it. This marks a shift in strategy for Republicans following a major legal defeat for Trump’s administration. The court’s decision upheld automatic citizenship for children born on U.S. soil, regardless […]
Over the Fourth of July weekend, more than 100 wildfires ignited across the United States, worsening an already challenging fire season as extreme heat and dry conditions affect the West. According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), 124 new fires were reported nationwide since Saturday, including six major blazes. Firefighters are currently battling 41 […]
Mike Wallace, known for his in-depth exploration of New York City’s history, died in Mexico City at the age of 83. His acclaimed book, “Gotham,” co-authored with Edwin G. Burrows, won a Pulitzer Prize and led to the creation of two sequels. Wallace’s wife, Carmen Boullosa, a poet and playwright, confirmed his death in a […]