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Wired - Tech
The World’s Most Popular 3D-Printed Gun Was Designed by an Aspiring Terrorist
Growing numbers of insurgents and extremists use the FGC-9. Forensic analysis of online platforms reveals the dark world of the man who created it—a self-described incel who supported the German far right. -
The Hill - Politics
Newsom: Trump 'wants to take us back to a pre-1960s world'
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.), one of several high-profile Democratic politicians seen as a possible replacement for President Biden should he leave the presidential race, slammed former President Trump on Thursday, saying he “wants to take us back ...Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
In a scary world, the calamity of Fox Sports’ soccer coverage offers a strange calm
It’s a month-long feast of international football in the US, and Fox is still at the buffet, dribbling into the cheese platter. There was a time, about a week in to Fox Sports’s coverage of this super-sized double scoop of an international ... -
BBC News - Top stories
Sunak's 'dismal end' and 'bland' Starmer: World media reacts to UK election
Labour's landslide victory has been followed closely by media commentators around the world.United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Domestic Manners of the Americans': Fanny Trollope's Old-World Wit
The English novelist’s travelogue, bursting with mordant humor and exuberant prose, is an account of her sojourn in the U.S., including—horror of horrors—a trip along the Mississippi River. -
The Guardian - World
Is it time to turn the British Museum into the world’s great lending library? | Tim Adams
With a new government will come grown-up conversations about our colonial history’s part in the acquiring of artefacts. It’s liberating to sense how a government whose primary concern is not fighting culture wars might return a grown-up freedom to ... -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
World No. 1 Iga Świątek falls to Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva at Wimbledon
The 23-year-old Polish tennis star has held the top spot in women's singles almost non-stop since 2022. -
The Guardian - World
David Lammy: ‘Britain has to start reconnecting with a dangerous, divided world’
New foreign secretary says resetting UK relations with EU is a particular priority as he travels to Germany, Poland and Sweden, then the US. • David Lammy faces a world in turmoil: five key concerns for foreign secretary. Britain must reconnect ... -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Iga Swiatek booed by Wimbledon crowd as world No 1 knocked out
Iga Swiatek was booed by the crowd before being unceremoniously dumped out of Wimbledon after suffering a shock third-round defeat to world No 35 Yulia Putintseva. -
The Guardian - World
World No 1 Iga Swiatek dumped out of Wimbledon by Yulia Putintseva
World No 35 triumphs in emphatic 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 winFrench Open champion again falls short in SW19There is every chance that Iga Swiatek will win Wimbledon one day but it will not be this year after the world No 1 was dumped out in the third round ... -
ABC News - World
South African police find body of former high jump world champ Freitag, who was shot
Media reports say South African police have discovered the body of former high jump world champion Jacques Freitag after he went missing last month -
ABC News - Sports
South African police find the body of former high jump world champion Freitag, who was shot
Media reports say South African police have discovered the body of former high jump world champion Jacques Freitag after he went missing last month -
The Guardian - World
Superman, Frodo and Star Wars: the stunning life of Kiran Shah – the world’s smallest stuntman
Shah has a strong claim to have appeared in more blockbuster movies than anyone else on Earth. He discusses upbraiding Brando, smoking with Christopher Reeve, slanging matches with James Cameron – and a shocking experience at a party with Freddie ... -
MarketWatch - Business
‘Her world is rocked’: A friend hit the jackpot, but her old friends are abandoning her one by one. Is there a cure for jealousy?
“Is this jealousy or a change in perceived status that has upended her friendships? Any ideas or cures?” -
ABC News - Sports
World swimming federation confirms US federal investigation into Chinese swimmers' doping tests
The international swimming federation says its executive director has been ordered to testify as a witness in a U.S. criminal investigation into the case of 23 Chinese swimmers who tested positive for a banned substance in 2021 yet were allowed to ... -
ABC News - Sports
World swimming federation confirms US has launched federal investigation into Chinese swimmers' doping tests
World swimming federation confirms US has launched federal investigation into Chinese swimmers' doping tests -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Old [hot] dog, new tricks: Pat Bertoletti wins Nathan's
With Joey Chestnut absent this year, longtime professional eater Pat Bertoletti took home the crown with 58 dogs downed. Plus: Miki Sudo makes history. -
NBC News - Top stories
Death Valley will hit 130 degrees and could break world record amid blistering heat wave
California’s Death Valley could reach a scorching 130 degrees next week and could come close to breaking its blistering world record as parts of the west, Southwest and Mid-Atlantic are under an intense heat wave forecast to intensify this weekend. -
CBS Sports - Sports
Newsletter: UEFA Euro 2024 and Copa America quarterfinals weekend puts the world's best teams in action
Elsewhere in today's edition of the Golazo Starting XI El Trafico goes to LAFC once again -
CBS Sports - Sports
World Boxing Council expels Ryan Garcia from any activity after latest social media tirade
Garcia is currently serving a one-year suspension for a failed drug test ahead of his fight with Devin Haney in April -
MarketWatch - Business
From Eggo-flavored coffee to freeze-dried candy, here are seven food trends of note
Don’t forget the mushroom-flavored coffee, either -
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ABC News - World
France's president called a surprise election. The result could diminish his power in world affairs
The second round of the high-stakes legislative election on Sunday will almost certainly impact how much say France's president has in the fields of defense and foreign affairs -
ESPN - Sports
Will Copa América's controversy over poor pitch conditions affect 2026 World Cup?
Can playing surfaces improve in time for the 2026 World Cup? -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Get A Saddle In Minecraft
Out of the dozens of possible mods in Minecraft, there are a handful that can be ridden as a mount. However, there are some misconceptions when it comes to the process of acquiring a saddle in Minecraft. In the guide below, you can see all the ... -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Get Honeycomb In Minecraft
While Honeycomb doesn't have a ton of uses in Minecraft, the process of acquiring even a single drop of it can be extremely time-consuming. This can make crafting candles, beehives, and waxed copper a taxing proposition. Fortunately, we have a ... -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Make A Map In Minecraft
Maps are crucial if you have long-term plans to play in any Minecraft world. As the name suggests, maps allow you to chart specific areas in the world so that you always know how to get to certain locations. Luckily, making them is fairly ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How Antisemitic Intimidation Escalates
Seeing the LAPD’s inaction, readers worry that things could get a lot worse. -
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Wired - Tech
How to Run on the Moon
It’s hard to stay fit in low gravity. Here’s a simple solution, using Einsteinian physics and an old carnival stunt. -
MarketWatch - Business
How to trade Tesla’s stock
Also: An expensive stock market, improving home affordability in some areas, and a different way to think about Nvidia’s success. -
Financial Times - Business
How Starmer can succeed
The new prime minister will need to use the political capital that comes from a huge majority if he is to keep populism at bay -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Teleport In Minecraft
The most common mode of transportation in Minecraft is simply walking or running to your destination. While you can also ride a mount, which requires the use of a saddle, these methods are often too slow for eager players who want to get across ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How DEI Becomes Discrimination
The NIH First program wasn’t supposed to involve outright preferences. Public records show how that’s worked in practice. -
Financial Times - Business
How to host a summer picnic
Rose Chalalai Singh and Samyukta Nair, Fiona Golfar and Skye Gyngell, Missy Malik-Flynn and Gabriel Pryce, Amber Guinness, and Aditi Dugar share their tips for an alfresco feast – whatever the weather -
The New York Times - Science
How the Denisovans Survived the Ice Age
A trove of animal bone fragments from a cave on the Tibetan plateau reveals how Denisovans thrived in a harsh climate for over 100,000 years. -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Use Bait In Stardew Valley
Early into Stardew Valley, Willy will give you a fishing pole, which unlocks fishing. Fishing is a big part of Stardew Valley and a great way to make money early on in the game, but there are a few mechanics you won't be able to use right away. ... -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Make A Starter House In Minecraft
Oftentimes, the most challenging part of playing Minecraft is when you spawn into a world for the first time. That's because you come into the world with nothing, and things can quickly become overwhelming if you don't already have a plan in mind. ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Britain Moves Left, but How Far?
The ruling Tories are repudiated, as the Labour Party wins a huge majority but with vague plans.United Kingdom -
Wired - Tech
How to Fold (and Store!) Your Sheets
I've folded an alarming number of sheets. Here's my favorite folding method, with no complicated steps required.