Apple Launches Klarna-Backed Leasing Program as It Briefly Hits $5 Trillion
A New Way to Own an Apple Device Apple made two major headlines on Tuesday, July 28 — and both tell the same underlying story. The company unveiled a sweeping new leasing program called Apple Upgrade, and on that same day, its stock briefly crossed…
DR Congo’s Ebola Outbreak Is Now the Fastest Growing on Record
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is rapidly worsening, with total infections reaching 3,200 and at least 1,405 deaths recorded. The situation has escalated sharply, with roughly 1,000 new cases emerging in just 10 days. The disease has now spread across five provinces, raising serious concerns about containment efforts in the region.
Shein Posts $99 Million Loss as Trade Barriers Threaten Its IPO Ambitions
Fast-fashion giant Shein has reported a financial loss as it prepares for a planned stock market listing in Hong Kong. The company is facing growing pressure from trade tensions with the United States and European Union, which pose significant risks to its business model. Shein has built its success largely on low-cost goods shipped directly to consumers, a strategy now under scrutiny from regulators on both sides of the Atlantic.
Khanna Demands Trump Arrest Netanyahu as Israeli PM Heads to the White House
U.S. Representative Ro Khanna has voiced support for New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s call for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The endorsement aligns Khanna with a growing progressive push to hold Netanyahu accountable under international law, reflecting deepening divisions within the Democratic Party over U.S. policy toward Israel and the Gaza conflict.
Truman Signs Order That Forever Changed the American Military
On July 26, 1948: Truman Signs Order That Forever Changed the American Military
Oil Hits $100 and AI Doubts Slam Global Markets in a One-Two Punch
Global markets are under pressure as a broad selloff in technology stocks intensifies, driven by growing doubts about the financial returns on massive artificial intelligence investments. Adding to the turbulence, oil prices surging past $100 per barrel have reignited fears about inflation, creating a difficult environment for investors across multiple sectors.
Orcas Caught on Camera Exploding Giant Sunfish in Never-Before-Seen Behavior
A Killer Whale Trick Nobody Had Ever Seen Before Researchers in the Gulf of California have documented a dramatic orca behavior never described before: in two separate encounters, one orca gripped a dead sunfish by the fin while another charged into it at high speed,…
Detroit Erupts: The Deadliest Race Riot of the 20th Century Begins
The Night Detroit Burned: The 1967 Uprising That Shook America In the sweltering early morning hours of July 23, 1967, police raided an unlicensed bar on 12th Street in Detroit, Michigan, arresting 82 Black patrons celebrating the return of two Vietnam veterans. A crowd gathered…
America’s Top Safety App Goes Global With Bold New Mission to Protect the World
The Citizen app is a personal safety platform designed to keep users aware of incidents happening in their local area in real time. The app sends alerts about nearby emergencies, crimes, and other safety-related events, allowing people to stay informed and make safer decisions. Citizen aims to connect communities with timely information to help protect residents and those around them.
Rabid Bat Discovered on Busy Seattle Street Near UW Campus
A rabid bat was discovered near the University of Washington in Seattle, prompting a public health warning. Authorities are urging anyone who may have come into contact with the bat to contact the health department immediately. Pet owners whose animals may have encountered the bat are advised to take them to a veterinarian as soon as possible.
