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Sports⚡ 6.0Hibernian Defeats Rangers 2-1 at Ibrox
Hibernian secured a 2-1 victory over Rangers at Ibrox, leaving manager Derek McInnes without a win in his first three matches.
PoliticsTrump attributes Reflecting Pool damage to contractor error
President Trump stated that contractor error occurred during renovations to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool while maintaining accusations against a former Olympian.
BusinessMcDonald’s Sells Nearly Half of Hong Kong Property Portfolio
McDonald’s has sold 11 of its 23 Hong Kong retail properties for over HK$900 million amid a broader downturn in the city's commercial real estate market.
WorldHealth Experts Address Chia Seed Water Trends and Claims
While chia seeds are nutrient-dense, experts warn that claims about weight loss and detoxification are unsupported and that improper consumption poses choking risks.
TechnologyHedge Fund Situational Awareness Invests $400 Million in Chip Startup Source Foundry
The AI-focused hedge fund Situational Awareness has invested $400 million in chip manufacturing startup Source Foundry, despite recent portfolio sell-offs.
TechnologyStatus of Music History Podcast No Dogs in Space
The music history podcast No Dogs in Space has been inactive since July 2024, though hosts have indicated interest in returning.
EntertainmentRSC Stages Game of Thrones Prequel 'The Mad King'
The Royal Shakespeare Company has debuted 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King,' a new stage production written by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke.
World⚡ 6.0The Elders group claims Israel is attempting to make Palestine disappear
Former Irish President Mary Robinson says Israel is erasing Palestine physically, economically, culturally, and politically following a visit to the West Bank.
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View allWorldHealth Experts Address Chia Seed Water Trends and Claims
While chia seeds are nutrient-dense, experts warn that claims about weight loss and detoxification are unsupported and that improper consumption poses choking risks.
World⚡ 8.0⛓ 2 sourcesNetanyahu Rejects Trump's 15-Point Gaza Peace Plan
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point peace plan for Gaza, insisting that Hamas must be genuinely disarmed before any Israeli military withdrawal occurs.
World⚡ 6.0The Elders group claims Israel is attempting to make Palestine disappear
Former Irish President Mary Robinson says Israel is erasing Palestine physically, economically, culturally, and politically following a visit to the West Bank.
WorldWildfire burns 90 hectares in southern France
More than 200 firefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire in the Lozere region that has forced evacuations.
Technology
View allTechnologyHedge Fund Situational Awareness Invests $400 Million in Chip Startup Source Foundry
The AI-focused hedge fund Situational Awareness has invested $400 million in chip manufacturing startup Source Foundry, despite recent portfolio sell-offs.
TechnologyStatus of Music History Podcast No Dogs in Space
The music history podcast No Dogs in Space has been inactive since July 2024, though hosts have indicated interest in returning.
Technology⚡ 6.0AI Detection Tools Spark Concerns Over Accuracy and False Accusations
As AI detectors become widely used in schools and online, concerns grow regarding their reliability, potential for bias, and the impact of false accusations on students and writers.
TechnologyThe Challenges of Managing Digital Estates After Death
Planning for digital assets after death is complex, as survivors often face legal, technical, and privacy hurdles when attempting to access a decedent's online accounts.
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Artificial IntelligenceSatechi Announces ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger
Satechi's new 240W desktop charger features six USB-C ports and a real-time power display, with an official release set for August 11.
Artificial IntelligenceComparing Costs and Services Between Major Carriers and MVNOs
A former long-term T-Mobile customer details their decision to switch to Mint Mobile, citing lower costs and dissatisfaction with forced plan migrations.
Artificial IntelligenceSamsung Galaxy Watch 9 Review: Health Tracking and Future Integration
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 offers robust health and exercise tracking, though it currently provides a high volume of data without an integrated AI coach.
Artificial Intelligence⚡ 6.0Stanford researchers use Evo 2 AI to generate E. coli-killing phages
Researchers at Stanford University have used the Evo 2 generative AI model to create synthetic bacteriophages capable of targeting and killing E. coli bacteria.
Business
View allBusinessMcDonald’s Sells Nearly Half of Hong Kong Property Portfolio
McDonald’s has sold 11 of its 23 Hong Kong retail properties for over HK$900 million amid a broader downturn in the city's commercial real estate market.
BusinessChinese Brand Pop Mart Gains Traction Among US Gen-Z Consumers
Despite limited visibility in some retail spaces, the Chinese toy brand Pop Mart is finding a dedicated following among American university students.
Business⚡ 7.0Fire Extinguished at Saudi Aramco Refinery in Jazan Following Reported Houthi Strike
Firefighters have contained a blaze at a Saudi Aramco refinery in Jazan, Saudi Arabia, as Houthi rebels claim responsibility for a drone attack.
BusinessGlobal Pharmaceutical Firms Increase Investment in Chinese Biotech Sector
Multinational pharmaceutical companies are shifting strategies in China, focusing on partnerships with local biotech firms to leverage innovation and growth potential.
Politics
View allPoliticsTrump attributes Reflecting Pool damage to contractor error
President Trump stated that contractor error occurred during renovations to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool while maintaining accusations against a former Olympian.
Politics⚡ 7.0Syria and Russia Reach Agreement on Future of Tartous and Hmeimim Bases
Syria and Russia have finalized a memorandum of understanding to transition civilian facilities at two key military bases to Syrian administration.
PoliticsLionel Messi Mourns Death of Father Jorge Messi
Lionel Messi has returned to Argentina following the death of his father and longtime manager, Jorge Messi, at age 68.
Politics⚡ 6.0Wisconsin Democrats Face Primary Split Over Gubernatorial Nominee
State Rep. Francesca Hong and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley are competing for the Democratic nomination for governor, with electability and ideology at the center of the debate.
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War & ConflictsMohsen Rezaei appointed secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council
President Masoud Pezeshkian has appointed former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaei as the new secretary of the Supreme National Security Council.
War & Conflicts⚡ 6.0Protesters in 22 Polish cities rally against hate crimes targeting Ukrainians
Demonstrators gathered across Poland on August 9 to protest rising violence and discrimination against Ukrainians and other minorities.
War & Conflicts⚡ 8.0Ukraine Reports Russian Troop Losses Exceed 1.45 Million Since 2022
The Ukrainian General Staff estimates Russian military casualties at over 1.45 million since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022.
War & ConflictsRussian forces strike Ukrainian UAV and equipment depots in Kharkov Region
The Russian Defense Ministry reported using Geran UAVs to target Ukrainian depots storing drones and radio-electronic equipment in the Kharkov Region.
Science
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ScienceFrequent Cannabis Use Linked to Elevated Morning Cortisol Levels
A study from Oregon State University suggests that frequent cannabis users may start their day with higher baseline cortisol levels than non-users.
SciencePartial Solar Eclipse and Perseid Meteor Shower to Occur Next Week
Ireland will experience a significant partial solar eclipse on Wednesday, followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
ScienceRare Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle Flown Home After Welsh Rescue
A Kemp's ridley sea turtle found on a Welsh beach is being transported 5,000 miles to the Gulf of Mexico after two years of rehabilitation.
Science⚡ 6.0Meteorite That Struck New Jersey Home Reveals Clues to Life's Origins
A meteorite that crashed through a New Jersey roof in 2024 has provided scientists with rare, pristine samples of a primitive asteroid, offering insights into early chemical conditions.