Trump Imposes 30% Tariffs on Mexican Imports Amid Tensions

US President Donald Trump has imposed 30% tariffs on Mexican imports, sparking tensions with Mexico and potentially igniting a trade war. The move comes after months of negotiations between the two countries aimed at reaching a trade deal that would not devastate Mexico’s export-driven economy. The tariffs are imposed in response to Mexico’s alleged failure … Read more

BST Cancels Final Day After Jeff Lynne Pulls Out Due to Health Concerns

Fans of Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) were left disappointed after BST Hyde Park cancelled its final day due to health concerns surrounding lead singer and frontman Jeff Lynne. The 77-year-old withdrew from the band’s headline slot just days before the event, citing a “systemic infection”. Lynne had hinted at ELO’s potential farewell performance at BST … Read more

Katie Taylor Secures Historic Trilogy Whitewash Over Amanda Serrano at MSG

Katie Taylor has cemented her status as one of the greatest female boxers in history by securing a historic trilogy whitewash over Amanda Serrano. The Irish icon retained her undisputed super-lightweight title, defeating Serrano via majority decision (97-93, 97-93, 95-95) in front of a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden. The trilogy, which has been … Read more

Data Centers Fuel AI Ambitions Amid Nationwide Electricity Price Hikes

US electricity prices are set to surge by over 20% this summer due to low supply and increasing demand from data centers. The nation’s largest grid company, PJM Interconnection, cites “major pockets of significant load growth” as the reason for the price hike. Data center energy consumption is skyrocketing, with ChatGPT alone consuming as much … Read more

NFL Rookies Delay Signing Contracts Amid Preseason Rush

The 2025 NFL preseason is underway, with rookies reporting to training camps across the league. However, several second-round draft picks, including Chargers wide receiver Tre Harris, are still unsigned despite having more than 75 days since their draft night. Harris’s camp claims they are negotiating with the Chargers on a contract deal, but the receiver … Read more

Mosquitoes in Erie County Infected with West Nile Virus

The Erie County Department of Health has confirmed a second mosquito sample positive for West Nile virus, collected on July 2 in the City of Erie. This marks the second positive sample in the county so far this year. No human cases have been reported. To prevent further transmission, health officials will monitor and control … Read more

Nvidia Stock Surges as Chip Maker Hits Historic High

Nvidia’s stock price rose sharply in premarket trading on Friday, following a historic week that saw shares close above $4 trillion for the first time. The company’s CEO, Jensen Huang, is scheduled to visit China, which could potentially drive further gains and spark another rally. Source: https://www.barrons.com/articles/nvidia-stock-price-china-trump-4ed3ecf6

IndyCar Fans Seek Shelter as Tornado Warning Issued at Iowa Speedway

A tornado warning was issued at Iowa Speedway on Friday, prompting drivers and spectators to take cover amid severe weather. The National Weather Service warned of flying debris and flooding hazards, advising fans to seek shelter in low-lying areas or lie down in ditches. With no basements or storm shelters available, attendees were told to … Read more

Dinosaur Fossil Discovered 750 Feet Under Denver Museum Parking Lot

A fossil bone from a small plant-eating dinosaur was found over 750 feet under the ground in the parking lot of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science in Colorado. The discovery, made using a bore five centimeters wide, is considered “super rare” by museum curator James Hagadorn. Hagadorn described finding the fossil as “like … Read more