⚡ News Roundup: 228 Stories from 18 Outlets — Past 3h (as of 6:00 PM ET, Jul 15)

Vincent D’Onofrio, Kate Mara, Clancy Brown Among Five Cast in Netflix Las Vegas Drama ‘The Roman’ — Variety, 6:00 PM ET The upcoming Netflix drama “The Roman” has added five new cast members, Variety has learned. The show, which is set in the world of Las Vegas casinos, has cast Vincent D’Onofrio (“Daredevil: Born Aga…

Nearly half of Americans think Iran war will go on for a year or beyond from now: Poll — The Hill, 5:59 PM ET Close to half of Americans believe the Iran war will stretch a year or beyond from now, according to a new poll, as tensions reignite between Washington and Tehran. In a poll from The Economist/YouGo…

Baloucoune back as Ireland recall key men for All Blacks — Yahoo Sports, 5:56 PM ET Fit-again wing Robert Baloucoune returns to the Ireland line-up for Saturday's much-anticipated Nations Championship game against New Zealand in Auckland.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave' — BBC News, 5:55 PM ET US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave' — BBC News, 5:55 PM ET US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.

Fear and hope in Utah in the shadow of America's largest wildfire — NPR, 5:55 PM ET People in Monticello, Utah have been tense and preparing to evacuate since shortly after the Babylon fire started June 26th

Argentina celebrate progressing to World Cup final — BBC Sport, 5:53 PM ET Defending champions Argentina celebrate at full time, after beating England 2-1 to make it through to their second successive World Cup final.

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes for Fifth Straight Day — 5:51 PM ET The United States launched fresh attacks against Iranian targets on Wednesday, hours after Iran targeted American military sites in the region. Neither side has shown signs of backing down in opening…

Clayton Dodges Question on 2020 Election, and Democrats Call Him on It — 5:50 PM ET Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community comes as the White House pushes to use declassified intelligence to show concerns about election security.

An ICE Shooting in Maine Puts Pressure on Senator Susan Collins — 5:49 PM ET The Democrats hoping to challenge Ms. Collins, a vulnerable Republican, have seized on the fatal incident, drawing attention to her record on immigration matters.

Hegseth Plans to Screen All Troops, Even Women, for Low Testosterone — 5:48 PM ET Pete Hegseth, as defense secretary, has sought to cultivate an image as a manosphere-friendly leader.

Almost Half of House Democrats Vote to End Aid to Israel — 5:42 PM ET The measure failed, but the level of support among Democrats exposed a stark shift in the party away from backing the Jewish state.

Kevin O’Leary Is Sued by Opponents He Claimed Were Foreign Agents — 5:42 PM ET Kevin O’Leary, the celebrity investor, accused opponents of his proposed data center near the Great Salt Lake of being agents of China. Now they want compensation.

Iran’s Top Negotiator Signals Door to Diplomacy Is Still Open — 5:42 PM ET Facing intense divisions within Iran, Gen. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf both struck a defiant tone and argued that diplomacy could defend Iran’s interests.

Iran, Epstein, Space Travel: 5 Takeaways From JD Vance’s Interview With Joe Rogan — 5:41 PM ET In his first on-air conversation with the popular podcaster since 2024, the vice president cautiously defended the Iran war while also hinting at skepticism about it.

Cyclospora Outbreak: What to Know About Symptoms and Food Safety — 5:34 PM ET The parasite has sickened thousands across the United States. Experts have tips on how to stay safe.

England Lost in the World Cup. They Were Always Going to Lose. — 5:34 PM ET The football team, like Britain itself, is burdened by the dead weight of impossible expectations.

Canada Wildfire Air Pollution and Heat Wave Combo Pose Heightened Health Risks — 5:24 PM ET Days that are both extremely hot and polluted come with higher risks of respiratory ailments and other health hazards.

As Argentina Tries to Win the World Cup, the Rest of Latin America Cheers Against It — 5:24 PM ET Rather than rally behind the tournament’s last Latin American team, other countries in the region are confronting Argentina’s fraught claims to its own identity.

Researchers Claim to Have Solved the Perplexing ‘Reverse Sprinkler’ Problem That Stumped Feynman — 5:22 PM ET Physicists have debated which way a submerged sprinkler sucking in water would spin. Careful experiments provide an answer.

Here Are the Maine Democrats Running to Replace Graham Platner — 5:21 PM ET To win, they’ll have to convince Democrats at a July 25 convention that they’re the best candidate to take on Senator Susan Collins, a Republican.

Ukraine’s Minister of Defense, a Proponent of Drone War, Steps Down — 5:20 PM ET Mykhailo Fedorov announced he was leaving the ministry on Wednesday after conflicts with generals and military contractors over the role of innovative robot and drone weapons in war.

Will Iran Be a Forever War? — 5:19 PM ET President Trump may have fallen into the same trap that his predecessors did in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our chief diplomatic correspondent explains why.

Guy Scott, Who Caused a Stir as White Leader of Zambia, Dies at 82 — 5:07 PM ET Two decades after the fall of apartheid in South Africa, he served briefly as Africa’s only white president.

PayPal Receives $53 Billion Takeover Offer Involving Stripe — 5:05 PM ET PayPal, which owns Venmo, is the target of what one group of analysts described as a “lowball” offer from Stripe, another payment processor, and Advent, a private equity firm.

Wildfires Rage in Ontario as Smoke Affects Toronto’s Air Quality — 4:58 PM ET Air quality in Canada’s largest city was at times the worst in the world on Wednesday, as wildfires across Ontario sent smoke drifting into New York City and beyond.

U.S. Military Forces Again Blockade Iranian Ports — 4:57 PM ET Following the collapse of the cease-fire with Iran, President Trump ordered U.S. warships and aircraft to stop vessels going to and from Iran.

Todd Blanche, Trump’s Attorney General Pick, Faces Crucial Hurdle After Rocky Hearing — 4:55 PM ET Even a single Republican “no” vote would block Mr. Blanche’s nomination from consideration by the full Senate, which could sink his confirmation.

How Worried Should You Be About Cyclospora? — 4:45 PM ET We didn’t need an outbreak of a nightmare stomach bug. But here we are.

Flash Flood Emergency Is Issued in Texas After Days of Pounding Rain — 4:38 PM ET Roads became rivers on Wednesday as emergency officials in towns around San Antonio raced to rescue people who were stranded.

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F.B.I. Searches Houston ICE Shooting Van for Drugs — 4:27 PM ET Federal investigators believe illegal drugs were inside the vehicle, though the immigration agents involved in the encounter do not appear to have known that.

At War With Iran Again, Trump Finds an Opponent He Cannot Easily Dominate — 4:14 PM ET The president is accustomed to forcing other countries to bend to his will. But he is struggling to come up with a strategy to extract Iranian concessions as the cease-fire he brokered collapses.

SpaceX Briefly Falls Below I.P.O. Price of $135 — 4:12 PM ET After soaring in its stock market debut, the shares of Elon Musk’s rocket and A.I. company have been rocky.

Oil Prices Tick Higher as U.S. Reinstates Iran Blockade — 4:04 PM ET The United States reinstated its blockade on Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz and shipping slowed to a crawl amid the renewed warfare in the critical waterway.

U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes With No Sign of Backing Down — 4:02 PM ET On the fifth straight day of fighting, the U.S. launched a 90-minute attack on Iran, while Tehran targeted Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait.

United Airlines Will Soon Let You Take Over the Middle Seat, for a Price — 3:59 PM ET The option, set to go on sale on some flights later this year, will feature a shared table in the middle seat. The move may actually save the airline money.

Senators Grill Justice Dept. Officials on New York Times Subpoenas — 3:59 PM ET Democrats questioned the acting attorney general, Todd Blanche, and a U.S. attorney about subpoenas issued to Times journalists who reported on security concerns with the president’s new plane.

Court Filings Describe Ongoing Contact Between ICE and Iran on Deportations — 3:32 PM ET In a sworn declaration, a lawyer says an Iranian official reported receiving regular dossiers on Iranian detainees from Immigration and Customs Enforcement for months.

Nevada Governor Drops His Own Name at Traffic Stop and Avoids Ticket — 3:21 PM ET Gov. Joe Lombardo was pulled over for a suspected violation but did not receive a citation. That has elicited mixed reactions as he campaigns for re-election.

He Wanted to Be John Travolta. Instead, He Became ‘Kaves.’ — 3:15 PM ET As a child, Michael McLeer wanted to be like John Travolta in “Saturday Night Fever” and escape Brooklyn. A tragedy in the neighborhood changed his mind.

France Votes to Allow Assisted Dying — 3:11 PM ET Lawmakers approved a bill that will allow doctors to help terminally ill patients to die, adding France to a short list of nations that allow the practice.

Twitter Turns 20: Two Decades of Memes, Movements and Hot Takes — 3:06 PM ET The first tweets from the public appeared on July 15, 2006, several months after a soft launch. It was rebranded as X after being acquired by Elon Musk.

What to Know About Todd Blanche’s Order Granting Trump Immunity From I.R.S. Audits — 3:01 PM ET Acting attorney general Todd Blanche’s decision to grant President Trump protection from I.R.S. audits was a central issue in his confirmation hearing on Wednesday.

Trump Pressures ICE to Resume Traffic Stops After They Were Halted Over Fatal Shootings — 3:00 PM ET Immigration and Customs Enforcement had ordered its officers to halt most vehicle stops across the country after they shot two people over the past week.

Argentina stun England in 2-1 comeback win to reach 2026 World Cup final — 5:37 PM ET Holders Argentina will face Spain in the final after snatching victory England in ⁠a highly-charged encounter.

xAI sues user for exploiting AI tool to sexualise minors — 5:31 PM ET Lawsuit accuses Terry Harwood of misusing xAI to bypass safeguards and produce explicit deepfakes involving minors.

Authors, publishers sue Google over alleged AI copyright infringement — 5:21 PM ET Hachette and Elsevier lead US legal action against Google, alleging misuse of books for Gemini AI model training.

Sheinbaum rejects US claim that Mexico’s government is linked to cartels — 4:52 PM ET Sheinbaum has denounced remarks from DEA head Terry Cole as a baseless 'political statement' about Mexico.

What are the obstacles to peace between Israel and Lebanon? — 4:46 PM ET Another round of talks is under way between Israel and Lebanon to try to advance the ceasefire agreement.

What happened in the first half of the England vs Argentina semifinal? — 4:35 PM ET All the biggest moments, heated exchanges, fouls and stats from the first 45 minutes of the heated semifinal in Atlanta.

10 years on from Turkiye’s failed coup attempt on Erdogan — 4:35 PM ET 10 years on from Turkiye’s coup attempt to overthrow President Erdogan, the country remains divided over its legacy.

Pezeshkian vows Iran will defend ‘every inch’ of its territory — 4:34 PM ET President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed Iran will defend every inch of its territory, saying attempts to tear the country apar

Russia pounds Ukraine with missile, drone strikes — 3:59 PM ET Footage shows firefighters extinguishing a massive fire after Russia launched air strikes on Ukraine.

French Parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill — 3:58 PM ET Parliament adopted the text by 291 votes to 241, though it still needs approval from the Constitutional Council.

Ukraine strikes 20 Russian vessels — 3:58 PM ET Ukraine released video of strikes on 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea, including 17 oil tankers.

The history of the US and Iraq’s complicated relationship — 3:54 PM ET As Iraq’s prime minister visits Washington seeking deeper economic ties.

Protests in Paris, Gaza for release of Hussam Abu Safia — 3:48 PM ET Protests were held in Paris and Gaza demanding the release of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia.

Fourteen-year-old boy charged over alleged plot targeting London mosques — 3:09 PM ET Suspect is charged with 'preparation of terrorist acts - linked to extreme right-wing terrorism', say British police.

Argentina fans flood Atlanta ahead of England World Cup match — 3:08 PM ET Thousands of Argentina fans held a banderazo in the streets of Atlanta ahead of their World Cup semi-final.

Democrats grill Todd Blanche on ICE agents at polling sites and Kash Patel’s conduct at attorney general confirmation hearing – live — 5:52 PM ET Trump’s nominee for attorney general – also his former personal defense lawyer – faces questions from senators as he attempts to take the top justice department roleSign up for the Breaking News US e…

Australia news live: Josh Thomas weighs in on Divine Playhouse debate; meth surges in workplace drug use survey — 5:49 PM ET Comedian backs LGBTQ+ theatre in ‘David v Goliath’ fight. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIf you need a lift this morning, Australian researchers t…

House defeats bid to end military aid to Israel as over 100 Democrats vote for it — 5:48 PM ET Backing by 103 Democrats underscores how sentiment in party towards Israel and Netanyahu government has souredThe House on Wednesday defeated a measure to slash military aid to Israel, but more than…

Venezuelan man becomes 22nd person to die in ICE custody this year — 5:48 PM ET Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva, 45, found ‘unresponsive’ while being transferred between detention facilities in GeorgiaAnother person has died in federal immigration custody this week in Georgia, officia…

CDC nominee Erica Schwartz pressed on whether she will resist RFK Jr’s vaccine agenda — 5:24 PM ET During confirmation hearing Wednesday, Trump’s pick tells Senate health committee she will ‘never betray the science’Erica Schwartz, the Trump administration’s latest nominee to lead the Centers for…

House Republicans resurrect Save America Act by adding it to spending bill — 5:17 PM ET Effort is latest attempt to pass bill that seeks to ban mail-in ballots and imposes voter identification requirementsHouse Republicans on Wednesday made another attempt to answer Donald Trump’s deman…

Mexico asks US state attorneys general to investigate immigrant ICE deaths — 4:58 PM ET Since start of Trump’s second term, 14 Mexican immigrants have died in ICE custody and three in agency operationsMexico formally requested that US state attorneys general criminally investigate cases…

Pete Hegseth says soldiers over age 30 to be screened for testosterone deficiency — 4:48 PM ET US defense secretary unveils plan that will work to ensure service members have the ‘right testosterone levels’Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that the Department of Defense will offer testosterone…

Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine’s popular defence minister — 4:47 PM ET Mykhailo Fedorov, credited with transforming the ministry, ousted in reshuffle after six months in postVolodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Ukraine’s popular defence minister, despite pleas from foreign…

Maltese politicians ‘involved’ in plot to kill Daphne Caruana Galizia, court hears — 3:58 PM ET Former economy minister Chris Cardona and ex-chief of staff Keith Schembri named as being involved in 2017 murder of journalistTwo political figures who previously held powerful government roles in M…

Police charge 14-year-old boy over alleged terror plot targeting London mosques — 3:32 PM ET ‘Documents of concern’ found at child’s home in the capital, with no other suspects soughtA 14-year-old boy from south London has been charged with an offence linked to “extreme rightwing terrorism”…

Trump's attorney general pick answers questions on ICE, Kash Patel and Epstein - video — 3:24 PM ET Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, faced questions from senators on ICE, FBI director Kash Patel's conduct, and the handling of the Epstein files Continue reading...

New $1 coin featuring Trump in production at US Mint, treasury says — 3:24 PM ET Coin commemorating 250th anniversary will be released this fall and will mark the first time a living president appears on currencyThe treasury department announced Wednesday that the US Mint has sta…

World Cup gave bars and restaurants a needed boost as consumers flash warning signs, Fed says — 5:53 PM ET The latest edition of the Fed's Beige Book indicated that the soccer tournament wasn't necessarily translating to broader economic growth.

Kalshi traders see gas prices crossing $4 by end of July — 5:11 PM ET Like last month's average, Kalshi traders see gas prices surpassing $4 by the end of July.

United earnings top estimates but airline expects $6 billion in added fuel costs — 5:00 PM ET United reported higher revenue for premium, corporate and no-frills basic economy tickets and higher revenue for both domestic and international trips.

I've opened 70+ credit cards. This is the one I can't stop recommending — 4:46 PM ET It's a bit cliché at this point, but there's a reason the Chase Sapphire Preferred is such a great travel credit card.

Trump blasts New York AI data center moratorium, says state should change policy 'immediately' — 4:35 PM ET New York became the first state in the U.S. to impose a ban of its kind when the governor signed the executive order Tuesday.

SpaceX stock sinks below $135 IPO price for the first time — 4:20 PM ET SpaceX shares fell for a fourth-straight session on Wednesday days after entering the Nasdaq-100

Stocks close higher on Big Tech gains, encouraging inflation signs — 4:18 PM ET The S&P 500 was relatively unchanged on Wednesday, with chipmakers suffering losses, as traders digested more data showing inflation is cooling.

Trump's pick to head national intelligence, Jay Clayton, won't tell senators Biden won the 2020 election — 3:48 PM ET The Senate Intelligence Committee is considering Jay Clayton's nomination to be the director of national intelligence.

J&J falls despite a beat-and-raise quarter. Why we're raising our price target anyways — 3:30 PM ET Johnson & Johnson's quarter was imperfect, but enough is going right to validate our ownership of the stock.

Munis are having a solid 2026. Investors can still grab 'generationally attractive yields' — 3:12 PM ET Professionals still see opportunities ahead for municipal bond investors.

Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's testimony to Senate banking committee hits on economy, interest rates — 3:05 PM ET Part of congressionally mandated Capitol Hill appearances for the central bank leader, Warsh spoke Tuesday to the House Financial Services Committee.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave' — 5:55 PM ET US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave' — 5:55 PM ET US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.

Watch: Is Trump facing a popular backlash on immigration? — 5:29 PM ET The BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the deaths of two men by ICE agents are impacting the US president's popularity.

Russian attacks kill 14 as Ukraine hits Black Sea oil tankers — 5:21 PM ET Civilian casualties are reported in a number of Ukrainian regions, while Kyiv hits 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea.

Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC — 5:16 PM ET Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.

Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC — 5:16 PM ET Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.

'The change didn't work' - England player ratings — 5:08 PM ET BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

Pupil who says she was groomed by paedophile head in fight for compensation — 4:05 PM ET Meg, not her real name, said Neil Foden groomed her in 2023 when she was 14-years-old.

Elderly US woman shocked to receive racy new car licence plate — 4:01 PM ET The Florida retiree says the plate has caused quite a stir among her local community.

U.S. Mint produces a $1 coin bearing Trump's face to help celebrate America's 250th birthday — 5:38 PM ET The final design for the commemorative coin, being released in the fall, was approved earlier this year by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members were appointed by Trump.

Trump administration 'screwed up' Epstein files communication, Vance says — 5:21 PM ET During a lengthy podcast interview with Joe Rogan released Wednesday, Vice President JD Vance pointed largely to former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who infamously stated that an alleged "client list"…

Biden will publish 'Promise Me, America' memoir after the November midterm elections — 5:19 PM ET The timing of the book — two weeks after midterm elections in which Democrats seek to regain control of Congress — could raise concerns within Biden's party by putting him back into the spotlight.

Trump endorses 'Pillow Man' Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor — 5:03 PM ET Trump praised Lindell as "one of America's greatest and most hard working Patriots" and gave formal backing to a fellow election denier a day before the Republican president delivers a national addre…

Hegseth announces new policy to test troops for low testosterone and offer them hormone replacement therapy — 5:03 PM ET Many influencers and proponents of Robert F. Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" movement tout testosterone as a way to look younger, build muscle and stay mentally sharp — although those uses are…

Report: Detainees at ICE facility in Texas report frequent beatings and other human rights abuses — 4:47 PM ET The 84-page report issued jointly Wednesday by Human Rights Watch and the American Civil Liberties Union says men and women held at Camp East Montana, located at the U.S. Army's Fort Bliss in El Paso…

Heavy smoke from wildfires blankets the Northeast and Mideast, prompting evacuations — 4:35 PM ET More than 100 wildfires are burning in Canada and winds are carrying the smoke southeast.

WATCH: Erica Schwartz testifies in confirmation hearing for CDC director — 4:12 PM ET Schwartz told the Senate health committee she "will never betray the science" and pledged to use "radical transparency" in a bid to rebuild public trust in the agency. But several senators questioned…

WATCH: Blanche defends his handling of Epstein files — 3:49 PM ET The nominee for attorney general acknowledged that his department made redaction mistakes and said dozens of lawyers were on call to quickly correct the errors.

Fear and hope in Utah in the shadow of America's largest wildfire — 5:55 PM ET People in Monticello, Utah have been tense and preparing to evacuate since shortly after the Babylon fire started June 26th

Argentina is back in the World Cup final after a thrilling semifinal win over England — 5:10 PM ET Argentina survived another heart-stopping match when it scored two late goals to topple England and extend the Three Lions' six-decade-long wait for another World Cup trophy.

Takeaways from Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing for attorney general — 5:09 PM ET Todd Blanche remained composed throughout the hours-long hearing, but faced several testy moments during questioning as he seeks to win the support of all Republican senators on the committee.

China and Xi favored over U.S. and Trump in many nations: Survey — 4:34 PM ET The change is driven by improved perceptions of China and declining views of the United States.

Sheetz moves 838 stores off VMware: Broadcom created “too much uncertainty" — 5:41 PM ET The conveneince store chain will use StorMagic instead.

Judge: Trump can’t deport researchers just for working in content moderation — 5:26 PM ET Disinformation researchers praise ruling blocking Trump visa denials and deportations.

Engineer identifies and explains every '90s computer seen in Jurassic Park — 5:04 PM ET Yes, it was, in fact, a Unix system.

Windows 0-day drops the same day Microsoft releases record number of patches — 3:59 PM ET HiveLegacy is a "powerful primitive" that's likely capable of other nefarious actions.

xAI sues a man for using Grok to generate CSAM ‘deepfakes’ — 5:33 PM ET The Elon Musk-owned xAI is suing a South Carolina man who allegedly used the company's Grok AI chatbot to generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In a lawsuit reported earlier by Reuters, xAI cl…

Brendan Carr plans to let broadcast giants dominate the airwaves — 5:30 PM ET The Federal Communications Commission will vote next month on whether a single company can own broadcast stations that reach more than 39 percent of US TV households. In a Breitbart op-ed on Wednesda…

Roblox is shutting down its video chat service — 4:02 PM ET Roblox will be shutting down Roblox Connect, its video calling service introduced in 2023. Roblox Connect let you video chat with other people using your Roblox avatar, which would be able to mimic t…

AI slop movies are the new direct-to-video cash grabs — 4:00 PM ET This weekend, cinephiles across the world will march to their local theaters to feast their eyes on Christopher Nolan's new adaptation of The Odyssey. It's on track to rake in anywhere between $80-$1…

Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash pressed accelerator 100%, NTSB confirms — 4:22 PM ET The safety board confirmed Tesla's account of the crash, which the company shared days after it happened last month.

Daniel Ek’s body-scanning startup Neko Health raises another $700M — 3:46 PM ET Neko Health has developed proprietary body-scanning technology, which it couples with bloodwork, to assess a person's health.

Amid hardware legal battle, OpenAI releases a $230 keyboard for Codex — 3:41 PM ET OpenAI, which is in the middle of a legal battle with Apple over hardware trade theft allegations, just released a light-up keyboard designed to be paired with its agentic coding app.

Nearly half of Americans think Iran war will go on for a year or beyond from now: Poll — 5:59 PM ET Close to half of Americans believe the Iran war will stretch a year or beyond from now, according to a new poll, as tensions reignite between Washington and Tehran. In a poll from The Economist/YouGo…

House passes State Department funding bill for fiscal year 2027 — 5:44 PM ET The House on Wednesday passed an appropriations bill funding the State Department, national security and other programs for fiscal year 2027, sending the measure to the Senate for consideration. The…

Lieu bashes GOP colleagues for strategy on AI — 5:39 PM ET {beacon} Technology Technology Your feedback matters to us. Take our brief newsletter survey to help us improve the newsletters you read every day. The Big Story Lieu bashes GOP colleagues for strate…

100 House Democrats vote to cut off aid to Israel, showcasing party shift — 5:33 PM ET House Democrats split nearly evenly on a Wednesday amendment to cut off U.S. aid to Israel, showcasing how the contentious issue is reshaping the political dynamics in the party. The amendment spearh…

US military disables first tanker in Arabian Sea since blockade was reimposed — 5:33 PM ET The U.S. military disabled an unladen oil tanker attempting to sail to an Iranian port in the Arabian Gulf on Wednesday, the first instance of the U.S. forces crippling a vessel since President Trump…

Blanche pledges action on stopping mail order mifepristone — 5:29 PM ET Acting attorney general Todd Blanche pledged on Wednesday to take action to stop abortion medication from being available through the mail. Blanche committed to Republican senators he would prioritiz…

4 risks facing Trump if he returns to all-out war with Iran — 5:18 PM ET President Trump is reportedly considering a return to all-out war against Iran as he seeks to break a stalemate in the Strait of Hormuz and force Tehran’s hand in nuclear negotiations. The U.S. milit…

Many countries favor China and Xi over Trump and the US: Polling — 5:13 PM ET Views of the United States and President Trump are worsening around the globe, according to a survey published by the Pew Research Center on Wednesday. At the same time, China and its leader, Xi Jinp…

Data center electricity demand is expected to drive up costs after recent power auction — 4:52 PM ET Data centers are expected to add billions in electricity costs across 13 states in the years ahead after a recent power auction. Grid operator PJM this week announced the results of an auction to buy…

Cammack says China has deployed 'digital twins' of every lawmaker — 4:50 PM ET Rep. Kat Cammack (R-Fla.) on Wednesday addressed the international race to achieve dominance over artificial intelligence and the importance behind each country’s efforts to take the lead. “China and…

Live updates: Blanche says Trump isn't eligible for third term in tough confirmation hearing — 4:44 PM ET The Senate held confirmation hearings to examine the nominations of Todd Blanche as attorney general and Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence on Wednesday, with each nominee facing tough…

Blanche AG confirmation rocky as Cornyn, Dems press him on 'anti-weaponization' fund — 4:39 PM ET Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday faced what one lawmaker said was more of a performance evaluation than a job interview as he seeks to secure his post as the top law enforcement offi…

CDC: Nearly 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis being investigated — 4:37 PM ET Nearly 7,000 people in the country may have cyclosporiasis, a parasitic foodborne illness that can cause weeks of intestinal unrest and diarrhea, according to the latest federal figures. There are 1,…

Nearly 200 House Democrats demand investigation into ICE deaths 'without interference' — 4:27 PM ET Nearly every member of the House Democratic Caucus signed onto a letter demanding an independent investigation into two fatal shootings carried out in the span of a week by officers at U.S. Immigrati…

Blanche when asked if he's Trump's friend: 'I’m his lawyer — was his lawyer' — 4:27 PM ET Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared to have a verbal slip-up about his role during his confirmation hearing for attorney general on Wednesday. In the hearing, Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) aske…

Vance fails to quell fiscal hawk concerns about GOP reconciliation plans — 5:05 PM ET “We’ve been lied to,” one House Republican said Wednesday of GOP leadership.

In seismic shift, more than 100 House Democrats vote to end Israel aid — 4:47 PM ET The amendment to block military assistance failed, but partisan split cemented the increasingly polarized view of the U.S. ally.

Trading soccer shirts — 4:26 PM ET

Gathering of Latino-American politicians shows little love for Argentina — 4:21 PM ET It was easier to pick out England supporters the crowd of Latino pols.

A British diplomat with a diplomatic answer — 4:20 PM ET "Will winning feel better than winning the Falklands War?" our foreign-affairs columnist asks.

Judge handling challenge to Trump immigration halt cites exceptions for World Cup visas — 4:07 PM ET “If the categorical ban on those countries was needed," the Obama appointee asked, "why did we let the soccer players in?"

Spot the pol! — 3:55 PM ET Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.

Hilton honors England — 3:24 PM ET

Baloucoune back as Ireland recall key men for All Blacks — 5:56 PM ET Fit-again wing Robert Baloucoune returns to the Ireland line-up for Saturday's much-anticipated Nations Championship game against New Zealand in Auckland.

IHRA Cancels the Rest of Its 2026 Stock Car Season After Running Exactly One Race — 5:52 PM ET The International Hot Rod Association pulled the plug on the rest of its 2026 Stock Car Series this week, and the box score tells you more than the press release does. The circuit had run exactly one…

Jets re-sign forward Cole Perfetti to a 5-year contract — 5:51 PM ET The Winnipeg Jets re-signed Cole Perfetti to a five-year contract worth an average of $6 million annually, the team said Wednesday. The 24-year-old forward had 12 goals and 20 assists with 20 penalty…

Tyler Shough working out with teammates in San Diego — 5:51 PM ET Tyler Shough is the Saints' unquestioned starter heading into 2026.

Eagles schedule preview: Bears — 5:50 PM ET Which way will the wind blow?

Aston Villa Target £25m Galatasaray Midfielder As Tielemans Replacement — 5:50 PM ET Aston Villa and Gabriel Sara, Why a €30m Move Would Make SenseAston Villa have been linked with Gabriel Sara again, and according to Sporx, a bid worth €30m is being prepared. Strip away the noise...

ESPYs 2026 live updates on award winners, highlights and top moments — 5:49 PM ET Comedian Marcello Hernandez hosts the 2026 ESPYs as ESPN recognizes the best from the past year in sports and entertainment with its annual awards.

The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday — 5:48 PM ET The World Cup final is set, and fittingly, a clash of styles awaits. Lionel Messi — the most prolific goalscorer in the tournament's history — and defending champion Argentina will take on Spain's de…

Bills training camp preview: Can Bobby April III unlock the pass rush in his second stint in Buffalo? — 5:48 PM ET EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second installment in a series breaking down each position ahead of the opening of Buffalo Bills training camp July 29. ORCHARD PARK — Quarterbacks tend to make bad decisio…

Winners and Losers of the FIFA World Cup semifinals — 5:46 PM ET Spain and Argentina advanced to the World Cup finals in dramatic fashion!

Raiders OG Spencer Burford has the upper hand to become a starter — 5:46 PM ET Las Vegas Raiders new guard Spencer Burford has the advantage against the competition for the starting spot

Telemundo's Andrés Cantor nearly lost his voice on Argentina's winning goal vs. England — 5:45 PM ET That moment nearly broke Andres Cantor.

Thomas Tuchel lost his bottle and his pure cowardice ended England’s World Cup dream — 5:44 PM ET England 1-2 Argentina: England had the lead they craved thanks to Anthony Gordon, only for Tuchel – appointed for his tactical acumen – to make a series of inexplicable substitutions and see Argentin…

When the World Cup final is on in Colorado, and how to watch — 5:44 PM ET It's Lionel Messi and Argentina vs Lamine Yamal and Spain for the 2026 World Cup final. Here are all the details for the epic showdown.

Indiana basketball vs. Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf live updates: Start time, game info — 5:44 PM ET Indiana basketball is hosting Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf on Wednesday night in a preseason exhibition game. Follow for live updates.

Messi magic sends Argentina into World Cup final — 5:44 PM ET Lionel Messi engineered a spectacular comeback for Argentina against England in their World Cup semi-final on Wednesday to keep the defending champions on track for back-to-back titles.Argentina were…

Argentina Players, Fans Reignite Political Tensions After Beating England — 5:43 PM ET Players and coaches downplayed the Falklands War before the game.

World Cup final early preview: Argentina’s comebacks meet Spain’s impenetrable defense — 5:42 PM ET Argentina is looking for back-to-back World Cup wins and its fourth major tournament victory in a row.

'The change didn't work' - England player ratings — 5:42 PM ET BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

England fans across UK devastated as World Cup journey ends in emotional rollercoaster — 5:42 PM ET Fans had their heads in their hands as they watched Argentina come from behind to win

Messi once bathed baby Lamine Yamal. Now they're meeting in a World Cup final. — 5:41 PM ET Some people swear Lionel Messi baptized baby Lamine Yamal when they first met for a 2007 charity photoshoot. Now they're both in World Cup final.

England-Argentina World Cup semifinal reignites painful historic rivalry — 5:41 PM ET The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina was a grudge match, reopening decades-old wounds for both countries.

Cavs predicted to miss out on LeBron James, trade Max Strus for $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion — 5:41 PM ET The Cleveland Cavaliers have been in the running for a third reunion with LeBron James. If they are unable to get him, this potential has Cleveland trading for an exciting young wing.

Messi Magic: Argentina just always finds a way to win — 5:40 PM ET Argentina did it…again.

Kane says England are ‘missing that final piece’ after World Cup heartbreak against Argentina — 5:40 PM ET Harry Kane says England are “missing that final piece” after being knocked out of the World Cup in the semi finals by Argentina.Anthony Gordon had given England the lead in the second half but lat...

Galatasaray sign Lesley Ugochukwu on loan from Burnley — 5:40 PM ET Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu has completed a season-long loan move to Galatasaray.The agreement includes an initial loan fee, while Galatasaray will have the option to sign the French Under-21…

France to face England in World Cup Bronze final — 5:40 PM ET France will face England for Saturday’s World Cup Bronze final. The game will be played in Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium at 11pm CET. The Three Lions fell to World Cup holders Argentina on Wednesday a...

What TV channel is the World Cup final on? How to watch every game live in the UK — 5:39 PM ET The matches are all free-to-air on the BBC and ITV

Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC — 5:39 PM ET Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.

CIAA football media day 2026 held in Durham — 5:39 PM ET Football teams from the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association conference gathered in Durham to discuss the upcoming season.

Former 49ers DC reveals ‘biggest surprise’ from 2025 draft class — 5:39 PM ET The Niners had a lot of early contributors from their 2025 class.

Panthers' Will Grier retires; is Cowboys staff job next for former backup QB? — 5:39 PM ET Will Grier was reportedly offered a job on the Cowboys staff this offseason. Now that he's retired from the Panthers, could he still come aboard?

Warriors no longer seen as focus for LeBron James as Eastern Conference contenders emerge as favorites — 5:38 PM ET LeBron James, Shams CharaniaThe Warriors spent the past several days making sure LeBron James knew exactly how badly they want him. Now they may be learning that the feeling is...

Is Lionel Messi retiring after the World Cup? What Argentina star has said — 5:38 PM ET Here's what Argentina soccer icon Lionel Messi has said about his future after his team's run at the 2026 World Cup final.

Former All-SEC LB says David Gabriel Georges is a combo of 3 elite and very different running backs that every NFL fan knows very well — 5:38 PM ET 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges is one of the most coveted recruits in the nation, and Tennessee and Ohio State are both hoping to land him.

🎥 Cameras catch Messi's outpour of emotion after reaching World Cup final — 5:38 PM ET Lionel Messi once again has a chance to lift the FIFA World Cup after orchestrating Argentina's thrilling 2-1 comeback against England on Wednesday. The little boy for Rosario, who time after time dr…

England vs. Argentina player ratings: Live grades for Lionel Messi, Thomas Tuchel, others in 2026 World Cup semifinal — 5:38 PM ET Lionel Messi and Argentina were five minutes from exiting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but Thomas Tuchel and England threw away a spot in the World Cup final as they fell to the defending champions.

England player ratings vs Argentina: Late disaster ends Three Lions' World Cup — 5:37 PM ET Who were England's top performers in the 2-1 loss to Argentina in the World Cup semifinals?

Green Bay Packers Roster Preview: Cornerbacks — 5:37 PM ET Who will start opposite of Keisean Nixon? That’s the big cornerback question in 2026

Argentina stun England in 2-1 comeback win to reach 2026 World Cup final — 5:37 PM ET Holders Argentina will face Spain in the final after snatching victory from England in ⁠a highly charged encounter.

Sofia Rivera outlasts Erin Lee in first round of U.S. Junior Girls — 5:36 PM ET Sofia Rivera of St. Augustine had a tough first-round battle in the U.S. Junior Girls, winning on the final hole in the final match of the day.

Is England out of 2026 World Cup after loss? Why it still has one more match — 5:36 PM ET England was eliminated from World Cup championship contention by losing to Argentina, but it has one more match to play in the tournament.

Soccer world roasts Thomas Tuchel after England blows semifinal to Argentina — 5:36 PM ET England coach Thomas Tuchel's late-game defensive strategy backfired in dramatic fashion against Argentina. Experts and fans alike had thoughts.

Ryan Garcia to Conor Benn: ‘You aren’t good enough to beat me’ — 5:36 PM ET Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn are both confident ahead of their September fight

Hawaii QB Micah Alejado chosen MWC Preseason Offensive Player of the Year — 5:36 PM ET LAS VEGAS — University of Hawaii quarterback Micah Alejado today was named the Mountain West’s Preseason Offensive Player of the Year. On the first day of the league’s Media Days in Las Vegas, Alejad…

UH President Hensel named to CFP board — 5:36 PM ET University of Hawaii President Wendy Hensel has been selected to represent the Mountain West Conference on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers, according to a release from the university T…

ITA recognizes UH tennis teams, 9 players — 5:36 PM ET The University of Hawaii’s men’s and women’s tennis teams have been recognized as Intercollegiate Tennis Association All-Academic Teams for 2026, with four Rainbow Wahine and five Rainbow Warriors si…

England v Argentina player ratings: Iconic defender earns 8/10 but Thomas Tuchel costs Three Lions — 5:35 PM ET England 1-2 Argentina: Tuchel’s changes backfired as the defending champions came from behind to reach another World Cup final

England suffer World Cup semifinal heartbreak as Argentina complete comeback — 5:35 PM ET England were five minutes away from their first World Cup final since 1966, but Argentina scored twice in stoppage time to break the Three Lions' hearts and set up a final against Spain

Spain soccer star Rodri watched his country's first World Cup title at a Connecticut camp — 5:35 PM ET Rodri attended Connecticut's Incarnation Camp in 2010, the oldest co-ed summer camp in the United States.

2026 FIFA World Cup odds: Complete odds for soccer's biggest tournament — 5:37 PM ET Here's everything bettors need to know about World Cup odds 2026 for this summer's soccer event in North America

Michigan's Board of Regents not expected to discuss Warde Manuel, investigation at Thursday meeting — 5:07 PM ET As reports swirl around the Michigan AD's future in Ann Arbor, sources tell CBS Sports a decision is unlikely to come this week

2026 WNBA All-Star Game draft: Caitlin Clark and A'ja Wilson to face Paige Bueckers and Breanna Stewart — 4:57 PM ET Honorary general managers Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon picked their All-Star rosters on Wednesday

Las Vegas Aces release strongly worded statement condemning racist abuse targeting Chelsea Gray — 4:52 PM ET 'We do not tolerate hate speech of any type,' the organization said

UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje not interested in a rematch with Paddy Pimblett — 4:24 PM ET Now that he's lightweight champion, Gaethje isn't interested in a rematch of his UFC 324 fight with Pimblett

The Open Championship 2026 odds, picks, predictions: Proven golf expert avoiding DeChambeau at Royal Birkdale — 4:09 PM ET SportsLine golf expert David Bearman just locked in his predictions for the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England

NC State bets big on QB CJ Bailey: Why the payoff could be huge for Dave Doeren, Wolfpack in ACC — 4:01 PM ET Equipped with an All-ACC caliber QB against a favorable schedule, NC State is a legitimate dark horse

MLB rumors: Padres taking 'open-minded' deadline approach; two American League sluggers want to stay put — 3:56 PM ET With the MLB Draft and All-Star Game are in the books, eyes shift toward the trade deadline

Fantasy Baseball Week 17 Preview: Top sleeper pitchers for both four- and 11-day period led by Landen Roupp — 3:54 PM ET Opinions vary on how to handle the first weekend after the break, requiring two lists

Fantasy Baseball Week 17 Preview: Top sleeper hitters for both four- and 11-day period, featuring Kyle Karros — 3:54 PM ET The first weekend after the break can be a confusing time for setting lineups

2026 Open predictions, picks: One of these nine players will raise the Claret Jug at Royal Birkdale — 3:49 PM ET From a field of 156 players, these nine make up the list of potential winners for the final major of 2026

England vs. Argentina live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup semifinals, predictions and lineups — 3:26 PM ET The winners move on to face Spain in the final on Sunday

Argentina celebrate progressing to World Cup final — 5:53 PM ET Defending champions Argentina celebrate at full time, after beating England 2-1 to make it through to their second successive World Cup final.

Baloucoune back as Ireland recall key men to face All Blacks — 5:36 PM ET Fit-again wing Robert Baloucoune returns to the Ireland line-up for Saturday's much-anticipated Nations Championship game against New Zealand in Auckland.

Fernandez fires in equaliser for Argentina — 5:20 PM ET Enzo Fernandez equalises for Argentina against England in the 2026 World Cup semi final at the Atlanta Stadium.

Late Martinez header sends Argentina to World Cup final — 5:18 PM ET Substitute Lautaro Martinez is in the right place at the right time to head home Lionel Messi's 92nd-minute cross to send Argentina to the World Cup final at the expense of England.

Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC — 5:16 PM ET Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.

'The change didn't work' - England player ratings — 5:08 PM ET BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

Gordon puts England ahead against Argentina — 4:28 PM ET Anthony Gordon puts England 1-0 up against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final at the Atlanta Stadium.

Hants, Northants, Notts & Somerset reach T20 semis — 3:55 PM ET Somerset, Northants Steelbacks, Notts Outlaws and Hampshire Hawks reach the T20 Blast semi-finals.

England and Argentina national anthems drowned out — 3:51 PM ET Both England and Argentina's national anthems are drowned out by crowd noise, before the teams kick off their 2026 World Cup semi-final at the Atlanta Stadium.

England 1-2 Argentina: World Cup 2026 semi-final – live reaction — 5:49 PM ET ⚽ Dramatic late goals set up World Cup final with Spain⚽ The semi-final – in pictures | Golden Boot | Player guideEngland’s defenders will face an extreme challenge when they come up against Lionel M…

England 1-2 Argentina: World Cup semi-final player ratings — 5:44 PM ET Lionel Messi was at his effervescent best while Harry Kane struggled to make an impactJordan Pickford Had little chance with either goal. Pulled off a sensational save from González but that will be…

Kylian Mbappé feels sands of time shifting as France suffer fresh World Cup angst — 3:31 PM ET France’s captain has played with a sense of unfinished business but he will be 31 when the next World Cup beginsIt was only last month that Kylian Mbappé suggested all roads may lead to Florida. He w…

Vincent D’Onofrio, Kate Mara, Clancy Brown Among Five Cast in Netflix Las Vegas Drama ‘The Roman’ — 6:00 PM ET The upcoming Netflix drama “The Roman” has added five new cast members, Variety has learned. The show, which is set in the world of Las Vegas casinos, has cast Vincent D’Onofrio (“Daredevil: Born Aga…

ESPY Awards 2026 Livestream: Here’s How to Watch the Sports Awards Ceremony Online — 5:00 PM ET With comedian Marcello Hernández to host, the biggest names in sports are set to attend the 34th annual ESPY Awards to recognize nominees and honorees in more than 20 categories, including best athle…

Spain’s World Cup Victory Over France Averages 11.5 Million Viewers on Fox, Most-Watched Semifinals Game Ever on English-Language U.S. TV — 4:46 PM ET The FIFA World Cup 2026 continues to break records on English-language U.S. TV. Tuesday’s match between Spain and France averaged 11.462 million viewers this Tuesday on Fox, making it the most-watche…

David and Larry Ellison Sued by Paramount Investor Alleging ‘Illegal’ Side Deal With Donald Trump to Secure U.S. Approval for Warner Bros. Takeover — 4:40 PM ET Paramount Skydance chief David Ellison and his tech billionaire dad Larry Ellison have been sued by a Paramount shareholder who alleged they cut an “illegal” deal with President Donald Trump to secur…

‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ to Play in Select Movie Theaters for Awards Qualifying Run (EXCLUSIVE) — 4:33 PM ET For one week, “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” will screen in select movie theaters in Los Angeles and New York, Variety has learned exclusively. While the film is primarily a streaming release and…

Andy Serkis Gets Asked Why New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Cast Is All White Actors: ‘I Don’t Think We’ll Be Doing a Politically Correct Casting-for-the Sake-of-Casting Version of the Film’ — 4:30 PM ET Andy Serkis said in a recent interview with the BBC that his new “Lord of the Rings” movie, “The Hunt for Gollum,” will “somewhat acknowledge” the franchise’s lack of diversity. The film, which is no…

Chris Meledandri, George Lucas, Jodie Foster and Sigourney Weaver Receive France’s Prestigious Legion of Honor — 3:12 PM ET French President Emmanuel Macron honored five major figures in international cinema at a ceremony held at the Élysée Palace in Paris on July 15: Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri, the pro…

‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Four-Part Finale Trailer Released (TV News Roundup) — 3:03 PM ET Disney revealed the trailer for the “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” four-part finale event. All four episodes will premiere on Aug. 4 on Disney Channel. All episodes will be available on Disney+ on Au…

‘The Valley’ Picks Up Season 3 Filming to Capture Fallout of Jax Taylor Being Spotted With Ex-Wife Brittany Cartwright’s Publicist — 5:21 PM ET The Bravo series had already shot its full season and reunion, but resumed production to document the cast's reaction to the 'Vanderpump Rules' alum being papped looking cozy with Lori Krebs, he and…

And Now Netflix Has a Docuseries on the Idaho Student Murders — 4:27 PM ET Both Prime Video and Peacock have already released documentary programming on the tragedy.

Where to Watch the 2026 ESPYs Live Online — 4:22 PM ET The ESPY Awards, hosted this year by 'SNL' star Marcello Hernández, will recognize the top athletic achievements and most memorable sports moments of 2026.

FCC Chairman Accepted Pricey Tickets to Kennedy Center Honors Amid Paramount Oversight — 4:21 PM ET The event, which was broadcast on Paramount-owned CBS, has long invited FCC commissioners and other government officials.

Washington, D.C. Now Has the Strictest Anti-Scalping Ticketing Policy in the Country — 4:08 PM ET The nation's capital is capping ticket resale prices at 10 percent higher than a ticket's original face value and is outlawing speculative tickets.

Dave Kendall, Former MTV Host, Dies — 3:30 PM ET Matt Pinfield broke the news on social media.

David and Larry Ellison Sued by Paramount Investor Over Alleged Trump Side Deal — 3:03 PM ET The lawsuit claims that the Ellisons illegally promised to overhaul CNN as the administration looks to reshape media. The complaint follows a coalition of state attorneys general, the Writers Guild o…

Eric Stonestreet Says Taylor Swift Madison Square Garden Wedding Gave Guests Privacy and Security Too — 3:01 PM ET “I think my favorite moment was just that they created a place that they could have the normalcy that they deserve,” the actor said.

PEN America Defends Israel Article That Led to President’s Resignation — 5:26 PM ET A co-chief executive of the free expression group said a recent article about Israeli and Jewish writers had been “critical” to pursue.

The Good List: 6 Things to Add Some Delight to Your Day — 3:57 PM ET Odysseus’ social network, performative boredom and decorated envelopes.

Scott Bryce, ‘As the World Turns’ Actor, Dies at 68 — 3:09 PM ET He originated the role of the scheming Craig Montgomery and appeared in 280 episodes of the CBS soap opera over more than two decades.

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