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Oil Prices Drop Amid Concerns Over Chinese Demand and Global Economic Outlook
Oil prices experienced a notable decline on Thursday, driven by weak demand signals from China, despite positive inventory data from the United States. This drop comes as the market grapples with the implications of lower Chinese consumption, which overshadowed the previous day's data showing significant draws on U.S. inventories.
Judge Allows Trump’s Defamation Suit Against ABC News and Stephanopoulos to Proceed
A federal judge in Florida on Wednesday refused to dismiss former President Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against ABC News and its anchor George Stephanopoulos. This decision allows Trump to move forward with his case, which centers on Stephanopoulos's assertion that a jury concluded Trump had "raped" writer E. Jean Carroll.
200,000 Children and Vulnerable Adults Abused in New Zealand's Care System Over Seven Decades, Inquiry Reveals
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon issued a heartfelt apology and promised sweeping reforms on Wednesday after a harrowing public inquiry found that approximately 200,000 children, young people, and vulnerable adults were subjected to abuse in state and religious care over the past 70 years.
Barack Obama Doubts Kamala Harris' Ability to Defeat Trump, Withholds Endorsement; Ex-President Furious Over Biden's Exit
Former President Barack Obama has notably withheld his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, citing doubts about her ability to defeat Donald Trump. This hesitation underscores a significant rift within the Democratic Party as it faces the challenge of unifying behind a new candidate.
Biden Explains Why He Drops Out of 2024 Race
President Joe Biden explained his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, emphasizing the need for a new generation of leadership to unite the nation. Speaking from the Oval Office on July 24, Biden highlighted his accomplishments while making a heartfelt plea for national unity.
Tensions High as Netanyahu Condemns Protesters, Reaffirms U.S.-Israel Alliance in Congressional Address
In a rare address to Congress, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu drew stark parallels between the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and historic U.S. tragedies such as Pearl Harbor and 9/11. His impassioned speech aimed to fortify the U.S.-Israel relationship while addressing widespread protests and criticisms of his handling of the Gaza war.
Apple to Replace iPhone 17 Plus with Innovative Ultra-Slim Model - Report
Apple is set to discontinue the iPhone 17 Plus, introducing a new ultra-slim model in its place. This move comes in response to the low demand for the Plus variant and signals a strategic pivot towards innovative design over traditional hardware upgrades.
CrowdStrike Bug Causes $5 Billion Loss for Fortune 500 Companies, Disrupts Global Operations
A software glitch in CrowdStrike's cybersecurity system led to a massive global technology outage last week, causing significant disruptions across multiple industries, including airlines, hospitals, banks, and other businesses. The incident, which affected approximately 8.5 million computers running Microsoft Windows, has been described as the largest IT outage in history.
Trump Shooter Searched JFK Assassination Details and Used Drone for Surveillance
The FBI has revealed unsettling new information about Thomas Matthew Crooks, the individual accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump. According to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Crooks had searched online for details about President John F. Kennedy's assassination and had used a drone for surveillance near the rally site just hours before Trump took the stage on July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Widespread Produce Recall Expands Amid Listeria Fears, Affecting Major Retailers
A significant recall of various produce items has been issued across 18 states due to concerns over potential listeria contamination. Ohio-based Wiers Farm Inc. initially recalled cucumbers sold at select Walmart stores, but the recall has now expanded to include a broader range of products sold at major retailers like Aldi, Kroger, and Walmart.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Accused of 'Carefully Controlled' Moves to Steal Royal Spotlight from Kate Middleton
Meghan Markle is being accused of deliberately overshadowing the British royal family. Royal commentator Angela Levin claims the Duchess of Sussex has orchestrated a "carefully controlled" plan to divert attention from Princess Kate Middleton's recent public endeavors, particularly the release of a new photograph of Prince George to mark his 11th birthday.
String of Near-Miss Incidents Leads FAA to Heighten Oversight of Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines is under increased scrutiny from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following a series of near-miss incidents that have raised significant safety concerns. The FAA announced on Tuesday that it would be placing the low-cost carrier under heightened safety review to ensure compliance with federal safety regulations.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Implements Triple-Strand Razor Wire on Border, Blames Harris for Migration Issues
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has intensified his border security measures, ordering the installation of "triple-strand" razor wire along the El Paso-Ciudad Juárez sector. This move follows President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. Abbott has linked this decision to his critique of Harris's handling of migration issues, accusing her of failing in her role to address the "root causes" of migration from Central America.
Harris Boycotts Netanyahu's Address, Sparks Political Firestorm Amid Campaign
Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, has opted to skip Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress. Instead, she is scheduled to deliver a keynote speech at Zeta Phi Beta sorority's Grand Boulé in Indianapolis. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from both Republicans and Israeli officials, who view her absence as a snub to a key ally.
Delta Airlines Aims for Operational Stability by Thursday, CEO States
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian has announced that operations are expected to return to normal on Thursday after CrowdStrike's global outage left the carrier in disarray for nearly a week, according to Fox News.
GOP Targets Kamala Harris with Impeachment Over Allegations of Misuse of Biden's Campaign Funds and Cover-Up of His Mental Decline
Republican lawmakers have launched a significant political offensive against Vice President Kamala Harris, initiating impeachment proceedings just days after she entered the presidential race. GOP Representative Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., introduced articles of impeachment on July 23, accusing Harris of covering up President Joe Biden's cognitive decline and mishandling immigration laws as the "border czar."
North Korean Trash Balloons Land on South Korea's Presidential Compound, Escalating Tensions
In a bizarre turn of events that underscores the escalating tensions between North and South Korea, a balloon carrying a bag of trash from North Korea landed on the presidential compound in Seoul. This incident, which occurred on Wednesday, has heightened security concerns and brought to light the unusual methods being employed in the ongoing cross-border skirmishes.
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