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The Economist | Business

The battle for Hugo Boss

A British retail magnate tries to go upmarket…

Forget Airbus and Boeing. Embraer is soaring

Its boss has ambitious plans for the future…

The delights of deadlines

A friend to procrastinators, an enemy to prattlers, a necessity for managers…

Private equity is coming for the Indian Premier League

The cricket tournament has proved hugely profitable…

Selling stakes in the beautiful game. What could go wrong?

FIFA’s plan to tap private investors is causing outrage…

The Economist | International

The War Room newsletter: The most significant sieges in history

Entire campaigns—and the fate of civilisations—have turned on a siege, writes Richard Cockett, a senior editor…

The restaurant business is changing beyond recognition

Blame technology, inflation and customers’ shifting habits…

Can French nukes protect Europe if Donald Trump walks away?

Europeans are keen on nuclear collaboration with Emmanuel Macron. What if Marine Le Pen becomes president?

The geopolitics of air-conditioning

Heatwaves are making access to AC a political problem around the world…

The Iran war is consuming the Trump presidency

Donald Trump may hate to hear it, but Barack Obama was right about avoiding “stupid shit”…

The Economist | U.S.

Can America retrain workers before AI leaves them behind?

Success will require investing in employees as seriously as America invests in chips…

The Michigan Senate primary is a fight for control of the Democrats

Anger at Donald Trump and Israel have given the left an opening…

Donald Trump is warming to Volodymyr Zelensky

The man with “no cards” plays a deft hand…

How to turn solutions into problems

Lessons from a fight over a bridge between America and Canada…

The anti-abortion crusade’s new fight  

With legal abortions on the rise, an aggressive battle is beginning …

Fox News

Spencer Pratt reacts to Spokane devastation with blunt wildfire warning and message of faith

Spencer Pratt urges families not to wait for disaster after Spokane wildfire evacuation displaces thousands, drawing on his Palisades Fire experience.

James Carville vows to abandon Democratic Party if far-left Hasan Piker becomes leading voice

James Carville vows to leave the Democratic Party if socialist streamer Hasan Piker becomes a leading force, warning the two-party system faces stress.

Early eating habits could have lasting effects on dementia risk, study suggests

A study of about 64,000 people found that lower sugar intake during pregnancy and early life was linked to up to 23% lower dementia risk decades later.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has Tony Romo's back, believes he will 'work through' OWI arrest

Jerry Jones said Tony Romo will "work through" his recent Wisconsin OWI arrest, praising his former quarterback's ability to handle adversity.

Off-duty trooper and armed citizen hailed as heroes after returning fire on In-N-Out gunman

Police identified Chad Williams as the suspect in the Twin Falls, Idaho, In-N-Out Burger shooting that left three people dead and seven others injured.

The Guardian

Australia news live: Chalmers asks regulator to watch service stations ‘like a hawk’ as fuel excise cut ends

Fuel excise cut, which was imposed after outbreak of Iran conflict, ended at midnight on Monday. Follow today’s news liveChalmers says house prices have fallen before after periods of ‘extraordinary’ growthChalmers was asked about a fall in hou…

Rupert Lowe urges Nigel Farage to work with Restore Britain

Lowe says the two should put ‘personalities and our past disagreements aside for good of the country’The leader of Restore Britain, Rupert Lowe, has extended an olive branch to Nigel Farage, saying the two should put “personalities and our past…

RFK Jr tells US families to vaccinate children against measles amid outbreak

Health secretary, longtime vaccination skeptic, spent years boosting misinformation about vaccines including MMRRobert F Kennedy Jr, the US health secretary, on Sunday told American parents that they should get their children vaccinated against measl…

US representative Marcy Kaptur taken to hospital after car crash

Toledo police say Ohio Democrat is active and alert after two-vehicle hit-and-run collision on SundayMarcy Kaptur is being treated ⁠for non-life-threatening injuries after a car crash in Toledo, ⁠Ohio, on Sunday, ⁠the ​Democratic US represent…

Trump backs down on Iran strikes in expectation of ‘rapidly’ reaching a deal

US president claims delay is also in response to requests from Iran and other countries in the regionDonald Trump has said he cancelled planned military strikes against Iran on the basis of “rapidly” reaching a deal on its nuclear programme and t…

New York Times

Tourist Plane Crashes in Peru, Killing All 13 Aboard

The flight had taken off from the coastal city of Pisco to view the ancient geoglyphs in the desert, a popular tourist attraction.

In Ceuta, Far-Right Leaders Call on Spain to Expel Migrants

Far-right politicians and activists are flocking to the Spanish territory on the northern coast of Africa, fueling tensions there days after thousands of migrants entered the exclave.

Unraveling the Chaos in Ceuta

Whatever caused the migrant surge in the Spanish territory, it’s already shaking up European politics.

Canada’s WestJet Cancels Trips Amid Strike By Flight Attendants

Labor talks resumed on Sunday between the airline and union representing 4,400 flight attendants, who want improved wages and compensation for unpaid work.

Iran Plotted Wider War With Help of Its Proxies

During a fleeting truce, Iranians covertly devised a plan to raise the war’s costs for President Trump if U.S. forces attacked anew.

South China Morning Post

China’s military goal is to stand neck and neck with the US: ex-PLA colonel Zhou Bo

Zhou Bo is a retired senior colonel in the People’s Liberation Army, a senior fellow at Tsinghua University’s Centre for International Security and Strategy, and the author of the book Should the World Fear China? This interview first appeared in…

Legco-executive dialogue must deliver more than novelty for Hong Kong

Exploring new channels for connection is important for enhancing communication. That seems to be one of the major themes of the first “new style Legco dialogue” with Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, held last week after lawmakers retur…

Jailed ex-leader Maduro welcomes ‘any path to dialogue’ in Venezuela ahead of US talks

Venezuela’s imprisoned former leader Nicolas Maduro on Sunday welcomed “any path to dialogue”, ahead of a US-backed meeting in the coming week between representatives of the Latin American country’s interim government and opposition leaders.

UK PM Burnham signals support for written constitution

Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signalled his support for a written constitution for the UK, which unlike most countries, does not have one authoritative document. Since entering office just two weeks ago, the former mayor of Greater…

Brazil’s President Lula, 80, says ‘in great shape’ as he launches bid for a fourth term

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, 80, said on Sunday he was “in great shape” as he launched his candidacy for October elections, with pressure from US President Donald Trump’s administration looming over the campaign. Lula, a lefti…

The Straits Times

Ukrainian drone kills one child, injures two in playground in Russia’s Belgorod region

Russia’s commissioner for children’s rights has denounced the strike near the playground as “another inhumane terrorist act by the Kyiv regime”.

AstraZeneca holds talks with Bristol Myers Squibb on $512 billion megadeal: Report

The deal could create one of the world’s biggest pharmaceutical groups with a combined value of nearly US$400 billion.

Moroccans gather at Ceuta border, desperate for news of loved ones

At the border fence, parents sought reassurance from those returning, showing them pictures of their loved ones and asking for news.

Iran says close to Hormuz deal with Oman, after US suspends attack plan

Iran said it was close to reaching a deal with Oman on a new maritime route that “respects the sovereign rights of both sides”.

Gunmen kill 12, abduct women and children in Nigerian village

MAIDUGURI, Aug 2 - Armed men killed at least 12 people and abducted women and children during a night attack on a village in Nigeria's northwestern Sokoto state, witnesses said.

Sydney Morning Herald

Helicopters collide while battling Europe fires

Two people were killed in the incident in Greece’s Attica region, where crews were fighting to contain a blaze.

Wales' family attend Commonwealth Games

Prince and Princess of Wales, and their three children, watch the netball and cycling in Glasgow.

Teenager allegedly rams police car after tyre theft

Two police officers were taken to hospital and a member of the public suffered injuries.

Multiple deaths after Indonesia ferry fire

At least five people are dead after a fire on a ferry off the coast of Java, Indonesia.

TechCrunch

How I Get Free Traffic from ChatGPT in 2025 (AIO vs SEO)

Three weeks ago, I tested something that completely changed how I think about organic traffic. I opened ChatGPT and asked a simple question: "What's the best course on building SaaS with WordPress?" The answer that appeared stopped me cold. My course…

Top 10 AI Tools That Will Transform Your Content Creation in 2025

Looking to level up your content creation game in 2025? You're in the right place! The digital landscape has evolved dramatically, and AI tools have become essential for creators who want to stay ahead of the curve. In this guide, I'll show you the t…

LimeWire AI Studio Review 2023: Details, Pricing & Features

 In the rapidly advancing landscape of AI technology and innovation, LimeWire emerges as a unique platform in the realm of generative AI tools. This platform not only stands out from the multitude of existing AI tools but also brings a fresh app…

Top 10 AI Tools in 2023 That Will Make Your Life Easier

 In this article, we explore the top 10 AI tools that are driving innovation and efficiency in various industries. These tools are designed to automate repetitive tasks, improve workflow, and increase productivity. The tools included in our list…

Top 10 AI Content Generator & Writer Tools in 2022

Are you looking for a way to create content that is both effective and efficient? If so, then you should consider using an AI content generator. AI content generators are a great way to create content that is both engaging and relevant to your audien…

Wall Street Journal

Palestinians Stream Back to Northern Gaza on Foot

Israel allowed displaced Gazans to begin crossing a military zone that bisects the enclave after a deadlock over hostage releases was broken.

Leading China Property Developer Reports Huge loss, in Sign of Widening Real-Estate Woes

Troubles at Vanke raise questions about the continued spread of the property crisis and whether the Chinese state will step in.

Freed Israeli Hostages Still Had Shrapnel in Their Bodies From Oct. 7 Attack

Some of the women were held alone for extended periods and spent eight months in tunnels, an Israeli medical official said.

Suspected Sabotage of Deep-Sea Cable Triggers First NATO-Led Response

The alliance mounted its first coordinated response to a suspected sabotage campaign against critical infrastructure after another cable was severed in the Baltic Sea.

Rwanda-Backed Rebels Enter Congo's Safe-Haven City

Residents of Goma reported gunfire and shelling after rebels overran Congolese troops. U.N. officials estimated that more than one million displaced people were now inside the city.

Wired

8 Best Password Managers (2026), Tested and Reviewed

Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.

The James Webb Telescope Is Changing Astronomers’ Understanding of the Ancient Cosmos

From how galaxies form to the beginnings of the universe, the images from the space telescope are giving cosmologists new data to explore—and theories to build out.

Best Car Vacuums (2026): Handheld, Cordless, Shopping Tips

These portable vacuums make quick work of snack crumbs, tracked-in dirt, pet hair, and the mysterious debris beneath your seats.

There Are 2 Eclipses This August. Here’s How to See Them

Everything you need to know about the solar eclipse and lunar eclipse that will occur in August 2026.

The Best Kids’ Backpacks for the 2026 School Year

Your kid’s little lunch hauler takes a brutal beating every day. These are the backbacks our own kids have tried and loved.

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