US President Donald Trump’s deadline for Russia to end its war in Ukraine expires Friday, but his plans for applying new sanctions remain unclear amid fresh talks with Vladimir Putin. Trump has promised secondary sanctions on countries purchasing Russian energy, but his stance is changing by the day. Trump wants to meet with Putin face-to-face … Read more
A domestic cat has died from the bubonic plague in Colorado, just weeks after an Arizona resident succumbed to the same illness. The cat, from Evergreen, tested positive for Yersinia pestis bacteria and did not survive, according to Jefferson County Public Health officials. This is the first confirmed animal case of the plague in the … Read more
US President Donald Trump has shifted his stance on Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing frustration with his actions in Ukraine. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has strained their relationship, with Trump refusing to mince his words when asked about Putin. Trump’s comments during a Cabinet meeting on July 8, where he said he … Read more
Apple Maps has made a significant upgrade with the arrival of iOS 26 beta, bringing AI-powered natural language search to the app. This feature, known as “Search the Way You Talk,” allows users to conduct searches using everyday language. For example, when searching for “Coffee shops near Disney World that have Wi-Fi,” Apple Maps provided … Read more
Paramount Pictures, now under the ownership of Skydance, has picked up the highly anticipated biker thriller “High Side” from director James Mangold and star Timothée Chalamet. The project reunites the duo after their collaboration on the Academy Award-nominated biopic “A Complete Unknown.” High Side is based on an original story by Jaime Oliveira and follows … Read more
The Los Angeles Chargers have suffered a significant blow with the loss of All-Pro left tackle Rashawn Slater, who will miss the entire 2025 season due to a ruptured patellar tendon. The team announced on Thursday that Slater, 26, will undergo surgery to repair the torn tendon and has been placed on injured reserve. Slater … Read more
Samsung has taken a jab at rival wearables, specifically calling out those from Huawei and other Chinese manufacturers, labeling them as “weak” due to their use of low-power chips. This criticism comes despite the fact that Huawei’s own wearables have received praise for their impressive features. Unlike Huawei, Samsung claims its Galaxy Watch 8 Classic … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to take government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac publicly traded. The move aims to increase efficiency and reduce the risk associated with these two companies, which play a crucial role in the US mortgage market. The plan involves listing both companies on a stock exchange, potentially leading … Read more
Germany has suspended military exports to Israel for use in the Gaza Strip, citing reports of widespread hunger and starvation in the territory. The decision was made after weeks of debate over how to respond to these reports and was triggered by Israel’s decision to expand its military operations in Gaza. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said … Read more
Catherine Zeta-Jones is back as Morticia Addams in Season 2 of Wednesday, but her new look has raised eyebrows among fans. The actress’s subtle changes have sparked speculation about possible cosmetic work, with some claiming it’s due to filters rather than surgery. Fans observed softening effects on her cheekbones and nose, likening them to Snapchat … Read more