Two 15-year-olds were arrested in Washington D.C. for the attempted carjacking and assault of Edward Coristine, a prominent member of the Department of Government Efficiency. The attack has reignited President Trump's calls for federal takeover of the city, citing rising crime. While local officials acknowledge a youth crime...
Claire's, the popular tween jewelry retailer, has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in seven years. The company cites declining sales due to inflation, shifting consumer spending habits, increased competition from online retailers, and higher tariffs on goods from China. Despite remaining open during the process,...
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony, 21, is finalizing an eight-year, $130 million contract extension, potentially reaching $230 million with escalators. The deal, starting in 2026, includes a club option extending his contract through 2034. Anthony, a top prospect, debuted this season and is hitting .283/.400/.428 in 46...
A helicopter crash in Ghana's Ashanti region killed all eight people on board, including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed. Other victims included the deputy national security coordinator and a vice chairman of the ruling party. The crash occurred after the helicopter departed Accra....
Citizen Lab director Ron Deibert warns the cybersecurity community about a growing fusion of technology and authoritarianism. Speaking at Black Hat, he'll highlight big tech's role in exacerbating insecurity and urge cybersecurity professionals to actively counter this trend. He cites recent US political events as a concerning example...
An active shooter incident resulting in casualties occurred at Fort Stewart, Georgia's 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area on August 6th. Fort Stewart is currently under lockdown, with law enforcement responding to the ongoing situation. Governor Brian Kemp offered prayers for the victims and responders. Further details...
Fox News reports on several key stories, including Trump threatening a federal DC takeover following an assault on a former DOGE worker, a red state opening a new migrant facility, and Trump hinting at a potential successor. Other headlines cover a California senator facing a criminal investigation, a former...
President Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods, ostensibly to pressure Brazil to drop charges against Jair Bolsonaro. Despite escalating tensions, Brazil's economy shows resilience, with the real up 13% against the dollar and the Ibovespa index showing an 11% gain. The impact is muted due to Brazil's...
NASA's Curiosity rover, exploring Mars since 2012, is operating more efficiently than ever. Software upgrades have granted it increased autonomy, allowing it to conserve energy by multitasking and automatically entering sleep mode after completing daily tasks. This extends the rover's lifespan, crucial as its power source diminishes. Recent...
Battlefield 6's open beta early access begins August 7th-8th. While initially limited, EA offers a new way to gain access: link your EA and Twitch accounts and watch participating streamers for 30 minutes. Additional in-game rewards are available by watching streamers during both open beta weekends (August 7-8...
