US Jobless Claims Decline for 6th Straight Week
Applications for jobless benefits have continually fallen after reaching an eight-month high last month.
CCP Manipulates, Controls Data to Carry Out Transnational Repression, Sources Say
Beijing’s digital tyranny could expand to other countries through Chinese apps and platforms that collect and transmit user data to China, experts warn.
ECB Holds Rates Steady as Inflation Hits Target, Economy Shows Resilience
The eurozone central bank has paused its year-long easing cycle, pledging a data-dependent approach while signaling caution amid tariffs and global uncertainty.
EU Chief Says Relations With China Reach ‘Inflection Point’
Trade imbalance, the CCP’s ties with Russia, and Beijing’s export controls on rare earths were among the concerns raised during the EU leaders’ China visit.
In-Depth
Ending the Capital Gains Tax on Home Sales—What to Know
The ’stay-put penalty' contributed to constrained housing supply, industry experts said.
Russia Imprisons Falun Gong Practitioner for 4 Years Amid Growing Ties to Beijing
Natalya Minenkova, who has been calling attention to the abuses in China, said she’s pained to see her country becoming a tool for the CCP in the persecution.
China’s Long Arm on American Soil
The Chinese communist regime has greatly expanded its efforts to surveil and influence events beyond its own borders—even here on American soil.
French President Macron and Wife Sue Candace Owens Over Claim First Lady Is a Man
The couple seeks an unspecified amount in damages.
Putin Grants Belarusians Living in Russia Right to Vote
Belarusians permanently living in Russia can also stand in local elections.
Americans Are Top Targets of China-Linked Asian Scam Centers: Report
China’s selective crackdown on the criminal network pushed scammers to shift targets from Chinese victims to U.S. victims, the USCC said.
Social Security Records ‘Substantial Progress’ as Agency Boosts Efficiency, Technology
The backlog of Initial disability claims has been reduced from 1.2 million last year to 940,000 pending cases, the agency said.
11 Killed as Thailand, Cambodia Exchange Fire at Disputed Border
Cambodia is one of China’s closest allies in the region, in April the Chinese regime completed the inauguration of its upgraded naval base at Ream.
Americans Spend Trillions on Health Care but Remain Unwell—Here’s Why
The difference between treating disease and building true health lies in a proactive and preventative lifestyle.
Trump to Visit Federal Reserve Headquarters as Criticism of Powell Continues
The president has been critical of Jerome Powell over his reticence to cut interest rates more aggressively and has called for his resignation.
Democrats Plan August Blitz to Campaign Against GOP Spending Bill
Party leaders will spend the recess holding events nationwide to condemn the bill. ‘They run up the debt to give tax breaks to billionaires,’ said one Democrat.
Cleverly Delicious Ways to Use Up Leftovers
Here are some suggestions that may get your creative juices flowing to come up with your own ideas for what’s lurking in your refrigerator.
Scotland’s Sweetest Highland Dessert
Cranachan’s roots may go back to Highland farm kitchens, but its layered elegance makes it perfect at home on any modern menu.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
Google Removes Nearly 11,000 YouTube Channels Linked to China, Russia, Other Nations
More than 7,700 channels deemed to be propaganda were linked to China alone.

Popular Sugar Substitute Linked to Higher Risk of Stroke
Erythritol is found in a large number of products such as candy, sugar-free gum, soft drinks, mouthwash, ice cream, protein bars, and more.
FDA Upgrades Recall on 160,000 Bottles of Popular Thyroid Medication
Roughly 160,630 bottles of levothyroxine sodium tablets are under recall, the FDA said.

How a Young Woman Has Stayed Healthy for Two Decades After Deadly Cancer
After a surgery in which her one remaining ovary, uterus, and part of her intestines were removed, Yang Ya-chuan still survived and thrived.

Grilled Lamb Might Become Your New Favorite Summer Meal
Lamb is one of the meats you go to for a super special meal.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Google Removes Nearly 11,000 YouTube Channels Linked to China, Russia, Other Nations
More than 7,700 channels deemed to be propaganda were linked to China alone.

Popular Sugar Substitute Linked to Higher Risk of Stroke
Erythritol is found in a large number of products such as candy, sugar-free gum, soft drinks, mouthwash, ice cream, protein bars, and more.
FDA Upgrades Recall on 160,000 Bottles of Popular Thyroid Medication
Roughly 160,630 bottles of levothyroxine sodium tablets are under recall, the FDA said.
Pediatrician Group That Recommends Weight Loss Medications for Children Receives Money From Manufacturers: Study
The funding was not disclosed in the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines.

House GOP Paves Way to Establish New Subcommittee to Investigate Jan. 6
A vote on the resolution to approve the panel’s formation will be held after the month-long August recess.

Bendigo Bank to Shut Down 28 Regional Agency Branches by October
Bendigo said it would be winding down the agency model by the end of October this year.

Broncos HC Reveals QB Bo Nix Met With Drew Brees During Offseason
Nix also spent time in the Broncos’ facility with Tom House, a former MLB pitcher and coach who also works with NFL quarterbacks, including Brees.

Erik Menendez in ‘Fair Condition’ After Being Hospitalized Ahead of Parole Hearing
The inmate was taken to an outside medical facility in San Diego with his attorney vying for ’medical furlough.’
