Author: Justin M. Larson

Officials made no mention of politics in cutting ties with a network of nonprofit funds, but Bill Gates has made other moves to insulate the charity from political pressures. Source link

Former NFL player Derek Wolfe discusses the expected betting boom for Super Bowl LVIII and shares his perspective on the Taylor Swift mania in the NFL. Pop sensation Taylor Swift and NFL star tight end Travis Kelce have made it official: they are engaged to be married, and the ring Kelce bought is the center of attention.  Taylor Swift’s engagement ring  was designed by Kindred Lubeck, a New York City–based jewelry designer and founder of Artifex Fine Jewelry, a brand known for its vintage-inspired, handcrafted pieces.Ronny Seliktar, CEO of Simone I Smith, a jewelry company founded by designer Simone I.…

The parents of Emmanuel Haro — the 7-month-old child who has been missing for nearly two weeks — appeared in a California court on Tuesday after they were charged with the baby’s murder.Jake Mitchell Haro, 32, and Rebecca Renee Haro, 41, were arrested at their residence in Cabazon for the murder of Emmanuel, officials said last week. The two have been charged with murder and making a false police report, the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office said on Tuesday.Emmanuel Haro was reported missing on Aug. 14 at approximately 7:47 p.m. local time after his mother “reported being attacked outside a…

Plus, the Booker Prize nominees. Source link

President Trump claimed he has cause to remove a member of the independent board who has not obeyed his demands to vote for lower interest rates. Source link

O’Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O’Leary explains why he’s not for the government taking a stake in Intel, why Americans fleeing to Canada and the $12.9 million trading card he purchased. Kevin O’Leary, the “Shark Tank” panelist lovingly known as “Mr. Wonderful,” made a major statement in the sports card hobby when he revealed that he was in the group that purchased the Kobe Bryant-Michael Jordan dual logoman card for nearly $13 million. The 2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection dual logoman autographed 1-of-1 received 82 during the two-day auction, which ended Sunday. The card was graded by Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA)…

A Massachusetts State Police officer who was fired over his conduct during the investigation into the murder of Boston police officer John O’Keefe appeared before the state’s Civil Service Commission on Tuesday as he appeals his firing.Former Massachusetts state trooper Michael Proctor, the lead investigator in the case, delivered damning testimony during Karen Read’s first criminal trial over the murder of O’Keefe, her boyfriend at the time, including derogatory and sexist text messages Proctor sent friends about Read.During the trial, it was also revealed that Proctor disclosed confidential information related to the murder investigation to friends and family members.In this…

We explore why India is so confused by the Trump administration as U.S. tariff rates of 50 percent are set to take effect today. Source link

Evercore ISI senior managing director Mark Mahaney joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss Big Tech’s investment spree, market valuations and the resilience of consumer spending in the A.I. era. Meta Platforms, Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is launching a new political action committee to back candidates in California who support pro-artificial intelligence policies and oppose strict regulation.  “As home to many of the world’s leading AI companies, California’s innovation economy has an outsized impact on America’s economic growth, job creation, and global competitiveness. But Sacramento’s regulatory environment could stifle innovation, block AI progress, and put California’s technology…

Cucumber water, made by infusing fresh cucumber slices in water, can be a refreshing way to meet your hydration needs. It also provides a small amount of nutrients and beneficial plant compounds that may help improve skin appearance and reduce blood pressure. Staying hydrated is important for your health. If you don’t drink enough water and other fluids, you can get dehydrated, which may cause symptoms like: FatigueDry skinDizzinessConfusion or brain fog The amount of fluid you need each day depends on factors like your age, weight, physical activity, and where you live. Most people need between 8 and 12…

The market reaction was muted after President Trump moved to fire the Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook. One economist likened the response to a frog in “gently heating” water. Source link

NASA administrator Sean Duffy visits the Neil A. Armstrong Operations and Control Building at the Kennedy Space Center for Space Launch Complex 39A before the NASA and SpaceX Launch Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station on July 31, 2025 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Miguel J. Rodriguez Carrillo | Getty ImagesTransportation Secretary Sean Duffy pulled $175 million from California’s high-speed rail project on Tuesday, just a month after canceling $4 billion in federal grants.Duffy cited four projects related to the broader California high-speed rail initiative that would lose funding, including track extensions, grade separations, design work and the construction of…

Bodies Fly as Reckless Driver SLAMS Into Pedestrians at Los Angeles Takeover Event Source link

President Emmanuel Macron of France also pushed back against accusations by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he had not done enough to protect French Jews from antisemitic attacks. Source link

People are living longer than ever—but not necessarily in good health. This is the healthspan-lifespan gap, or the difference between healthy years and total years lived. And research shows the gap is increasing. Globally, people spent an average of 9.6 years of their lives plagued by disease in 2019, according to a 2024 study published in JAMA Network Open. That’s up 13%—from 8.5 years—in 2000. What if it didn’t have to be that way? According to Health’s Chief Medical Officer Sohaib Imitaz, MD, MPH, a board-certified lifestyle medicine doctor, there’s been a growing interest among companies and healthcare providers in…

The measures were almost entirely symbolic, yet laid bare the broader fault lines dividing and shaping the party nearly two years after the war began. Source link

Certain Hostess Ding Dongs are being pulled from shelves across the U.S. due to the possibility of mold contamination. The recall notice was first posted by J.M. Smucker Co., the parent company of Hostess, on Aug. 20. Check if your recently purchased Ding Dongs are included in this latest recall, and toss or return any affected products. The recall affects three Ding Dong products: Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong Single Serve; two-count; UPC: 8-88109-01002Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong; 10-count; UPC: 8-88109-11061Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong Family Pack; 16-count; UPC: 8-88109-11092 The potentially contaminated products also have a best-by date between Aug. 30 and…

When Republicans repealed a Biden-era “access and equity” grant program for transportation, they canceled funding for projects in some of their own districts. Source link

Chris Martin Breaks Silence: Kiss Cam Isn’t Going AnywhereChris Martin has finally broken his silence on Coldplay’s infamous Kiss Cam scandal. During the band’s world tour stop in Hull, Martin joked about the viral Boston “debacle,” making light of the controversy that shook headlines worldwide. He thanked a fan who had been at both shows and quipped that Coldplay would not scrap the jumbotron, saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” The incident began at Gillette Stadium, where Martin teased a couple for “having an affair” after they tried to hide from the camera, only for the man, married…

The pop icon and NFL star shared the news in an Instagram post Tuesday, writing in the caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.” Source link

The director of Federal Housing Finance Agency could win the president an opening on the Federal Reserve board. Source link

Fox News anchor Bret Baier explores how the technology is changing how the world operates on ‘Special Report.’ Artificial intelligence is developing rapidly. While some are embracing it, others are warning of the potential threats. But both sides agree, the technology is changing how the world operates. “We’re only two and a half years into the whole AI boom, the first commercially available product launched at the end of November in 2022,” White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks said.Over the next year, we can see more visual uses for AI. Text-based large language models are shifting toward video,…

Eating fruit can help you lose weight, particularly if you choose fruit rather than processed foods that are high in added sugar and fat. Making fruit a daily staple in your diet can offer many health and nutritional benefits. The high fiber content can help you feel full and the natural sweetness can help stave off cravings. Fruit often gets a bad rap for containing carbohydrates and naturally occurring sugar. But both of those components are parts of a healthy diet and can be a part of your weight loss or management journey. Fruit can support weight loss by boosting…

Chris Martin Breaks Silence: Kiss Cam Isn’t Going AnywhereChris Martin has finally broken his silence on Coldplay’s infamous Kiss Cam scandal. During the band’s world tour stop in Hull, Martin joked about the viral Boston “debacle,” making light of the controversy that shook headlines worldwide. He thanked a fan who had been at both shows and quipped that Coldplay would not scrap the jumbotron, saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” The incident began at Gillette Stadium, where Martin teased a couple for “having an affair” after they tried to hide from the camera, only for the man, married…