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Mamdani says New York lacks authority to arrest Netanyahu, calls him ‘war criminal’
Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is the target of an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court related to the war on Gaza.

Trump Plans to Impose Tariffs on Generic Drugs
The administration has repeatedly said it will impose steep pharmaceutical tariffs but has not followed through on them.
Japan exports and imports grow at fastest pace in June since November 2022, beating estimates
Exports climbed 19.3%, while imports spiked 25.4% compared to June last year.
Super Micro’s stock soars as its margins unexpectedly double
The AI server maker now expects gross margins to be in the range of 15% to 17% thanks to an improving customer and product mix
Sony’s 'ironic' PlayStation disc decision upends gamer conventions and threatens a $7 billion resale market
In 2013, Sony tweaked Xbox by showing how easy it was to share a PlayStation disc. Now, gamers say Sony has become exactly what it mocked.

Trump Lifts Ban on Direct Flights to Lebanon
The prohibition had been in place since 1985, when it was imposed in response to Hezbollah’s hijacking of TWA Flight 847.

Trump-Promoted Freedom Fuel Stations Reportedly No Longer Offer $3.47 Gas
Analysts had said discounts offered by the Trump-promoted stations were unrealistic.
Nike to cut off thousands of online distributors in China, restructure digital footprint
Nike is streamlining its online business in China as the company looks to stabilize pricing and branding and get back to growth.

'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials
As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.
This is the ideal retirement strategy if you want to keep your healthcare costs down
Plus, more ways to lower how much you pay out of pocket for medical care in retirement.

Record-Setting World Cup Final Peaks At 51.7 Million Viewers In U.S.
Nearly 39 million viewers watched Fox’s English-language presentation of the World Cup final on Sunday, making it the most-watched soccer broadcast in U.S. TV…

US war in Iran has cost US$37.5 billion so far, Pentagon chief Hegseth says
The cost of the United States’ war in Iran has risen to US$37.5 billion so far, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday, as he faced sceptical…
Capital One earnings were good enough but didn't answer the big question hanging over the stock
Investors want to know when Capital One will begin to see more tangible benefits from its Discover and Brex deals.

Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff Headline U.S. Open Entry Field
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, the two-time Wimbledon champion, and French Open winner Alexander Zverev, the world No. 2, are also in the men’s draw.

Boost youth jobs by cutting employers' national insurance, MPs urge
A select committee says it has heard "overwhelming evidence" that rising employment costs are reducing training and job vacancies.

Will AI help you do your job or replace you?
Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.

‘The Pitt’ Star Tal Anderson On Her First Emmy Nomination And The Importance Of Autistic Representation
HBO’s The Pitt has earned 25 Emmy nominations this year for its second season, leading all programs for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards. Among the nominated…

Blue Jays’ Jeff Hoffman Sends Phillies Message After Trade Reunion Push
The Toronto Blue Jays polarizing reliever offered a Philadelphia Phillies response amid a surprising turnaround on the mound.
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon made bearish call on treasury bond market. Many investors already acted on it
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warned this week long-term treasuries are not a good buy, even if stocks fall. Many investors already acted on that message this year.
Prediction markets and their opponents are spending more to influence Congress in 2026
Kalshi and groups representing the casino and gaming industry and online sports betting apps, all have boosted their lobbying spending in 2026.
Frustration, worry and hope: Canadian businesses brace for the latest round of U.S. tariffs
While some businesses plan to hold steady in the face of a new tariff threat, others are dreading what they say could be a death knell. And with specific…
The Fed rang the alarm about Anthropic's Mythos AI model — but had to go months without it
The central bank didn't have access to Claude Mythos Preview as of mid-July, even as other institutions were racing to patch their vulnerabilities.
Super Micro surges 15% on new order and margin disclosure after SpaceX announcement
Many server makers are seeing faster growth as companies race to deploy artificial intelligence servers.

2026 World Cup: BTS, Son, EJAE And Other Top Korean Cultural Moments
From BTS to Son Heung-min to EJAE, here's a recap of Korean cultural moments from the World Cup—including one of the biggest public outcries in Korean soccer…
RFK Jr. says cyclospora outbreak is 'under control'
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday said that the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis is "under control."
BlackRock, Carhartt, Ford and Google launch skilled trades workforce initiative
The coalition of companies aims to address a growing labor shortage by promoting careers in the skilled trades, the firms said.

‘The Odyssey’—The Point Of Zeus’s Law, Explained
Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ is all about the breaking of Zeus’s Law—here’s the significance and historical fact behind the sacred rule, explained.

Why China is rapidly expanding its land trade routes to Central Asia
Over the past year, China’s Belt and Road Initiative has seen rapid development in Central Asia. This has been evidenced by the launch of several railway and…

Conservatives Parrot A Victimhood Script Written By Barack Obama
When a socialist runs against a socialist, a socialist has to win.

Trump vows to help Lebanon pursue peace with Israel
US President Donald Trump vowed on Tuesday to help Lebanon “a lot” as its president, Joseph Aoun, sought Washington’s backing for a fragile effort to disarm…

Marco Rubio Insists U.S. Still ‘Open To Diplomacy’ Amid Iran Escalation—What Could That Look Like?
There has been an escalation in strikes between the U.S. and Iran throughout the last 10 days over who has control of the Strait of Hormuz.
OpenAI appoints two new members to board of directors
OpenAI appointed longtime financial executives David Vélez and Robin Vince to its nonprofit and for-profit boards.
Sobeys' parent company vows change to practice that blocked competing stores
One of Canada's major grocers has announced a new approach to competition around the land where its stores are located.
SpaceX’s stock snaps brutal losing streak ahead of key Starship rocket launch
Plus, investors just found out when insiders can start dumping their shares.

5 Semiconductor Stocks To Buy And 1 To Ignore
The AI boom is reshaping tech portfolios. Discover which semiconductor stocks are buys today and which you should ignore to protect your capital.

'It's frustrating' - Canadians react to new US tariffs
President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian goods in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US products.
White House teases new trade action 'soon' as it works to re-create global tariff regime
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer telegraphed that the Trump administration could impose new tariffs just as other duties are set to expire.
Goldman Sachs creates private markets platform as rich investors seek the next SpaceX and Stripe
Goldman Sachs is launching a new alternative investments platform aimed at giving wealthy clients and family offices direct stakes in private companies.

U.S. ‘Has Gained Nothing And Lost A Lot’: Expert Gives Grim Analysis Of Iran War Amid Escalation
Jennifer Kavanagh, the director of military analysis at Defense Priorities, joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the escalation in the war against Iran.

Zelensky sacks Ukraine army chief Syrsky, amid backlash over Fedorov firing
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that he was dismissing Oleksandr Syrsky, commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s army, amid an ongoing political…
I will definitely claim Social Security early. Why do so few people talk about the elephant in the room?
“The strongest argument for claiming benefits earlier goes beyond the traditional break-even analyses.”
Why energy stocks still look so cheap, even after their big rally this month
Energy stocks are having a big month as oil prices surge on Iran war fears — but it’s not solely the conflict in the Middle East that makes the sector appear…

Liverpool owner FSG in talks to sell 30% stake to Amit Bhatia consortium for £1.35bn
Bhatia resigns as a director of QPR Minority stake deal values the club at £4.5bn Liverpool’s owner is in talks over selling a minority stake to a consortium…

Houthis Threaten Red Sea Blockade, Putting Oil Market at Greater Risk
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, the militant group’s threats in the Red Sea jeopardize Saudi Arabia’s main workaround for oil exports.
Why Micron and other chip stocks are bouncing back so strongly
The recent chip sell-off presented a buying opportunity, and open-source AI models should drive more memory demand, analysts say
Forget Nvidia. These 5 S&P 500 stocks are quietly going all in on AI.
The “Mag Seven” has become the “Bag Seven.” Sharp tech investors are looking elsewhere.
$100M New Jersey deli fraudster James Patten sentenced to 21 months in prison
The notorious New Jersey deli fraud case led to losses of more than $5 million for victims that included two U.S. universities.
Bets against SpaceX grow to 32% of float as Elon Musk warns short sellers won't survive
About 206 million SpaceX shares are now sold short, representing roughly 32% of the company's publicly tradable float, according to S3.
We have $8 million in traditional IRAs. Should we tap them to buy a house — and take the tax hit?
“We would rather pay taxes upfront than pay mortgage interest.”

Andy Burnham urges cabinet to examine ‘all possible ways’ to tackle cost of living crisis
As new prime minister briefs cabinet on ‘cost of living government’, critics ask where money will come from Andy Burnham is under mounting pressure to explain…

Review Says Gates Foundation Did Not Participate in Epstein Crimes
A review by an outside law firm hired by the Gates Foundation investigated only the philanthropy and not Mr. Gates or his private office.
Why Paramount could win if it loses the Warner Bros. Discovery deal
States are trying to block Paramount’s mega-merger. Shareholders should root for them.
Pro stock pickers cannot beat simple math — war in the Middle East is proving it
Active stock pickers almost always lose against the broad market. They can’t beat simple math.

Jalen Slawson Proved Value At Summer League, Earns Two-Way With Pacers
After a strong display at NBA Summer League, the Indiana Pacers plan to sign forward Jalen Slawson to a two-way contract.

Red Sox Release Fireball Pitching Gem After Inspiring Journey
The Boston Red Sox have cut ties with a persistent and promising 26-year-old pitcher amid a harsh stretch.

NewJeans Releases First Teasers As Four Member Group Without Danielle
On their fourth debut anniversary, NewJeans published their first official content as a four-member group, confirming Minji's return and underscoring…

‘The Odyssey’ Scores Best Monday Box Office Of 2026 With $18.6 Million
Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s epic "The Odyssey" shows no signs of slowing down at the domestic box office following its blockbuster opening…

RFK Jr. Says Cyclosporiasis Outbreak ‘Under Control’—Claims Source Identified
Thousands of people across the U.S. are suspected or confirmed to have been sickened with the illness.

ESPN Layoff Bloodbath Comes Amid Rumors Of $60 Million Pat McAfee Deal
Cam Newton, Ryan Clark and Karl Ravech are among the ESPN mainstays who’ve been laid off.

France’s parliament approves social media ban for children under 15, in EU first
France’s parliament on Tuesday approved a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to bar children from…

Judge Pauses Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger—What Does This Mean For The $110B Deal?
Twelve states sued Paramount over the deal, arguing it was unlawful and would “create a media behemoth" that would damage both audiences and the industry in…