In-Depth
The Rise of China’s ‘Surveillance Colonialism’ in Africa
‘Surveillance colonialism operates through algorithms, platforms, and biometric contracts, outsourcing control while entrenching dependency,’ one expert said.
Facebook Parent Meta to Halt Political Ads in EU, Citing ‘Unworkable’ New Regulations
The new rules are meant to fight ‘disinformation,’ but critics warn they could stifle free expression and chill legitimate political and social discourse.
Trump Says SCOTUS Immunity Ruling Likely Helps Obama Following DNI Disclosures
Trump was asked the question after former President Barack Obama denied recent allegations from the director of national intelligence.
How Traffickers Prey on America’s Youth: Jaco Booyens
Jaco Booyens is founder of Jaco Booyens Ministries (JBM), an anti-trafficking organization working to protect American children.
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.
Odds of U.S.-EU Trade Deal Are 50–50 Ahead of Tariff Deadline: Trump
European lawmakers approved a set of counter tariffs on American goods set to be enacted if a deal cannot be reached.
Stefanik, Issa Reintroduce Bill to Ban Handgun Roster Restrictions in States
The restrictions make it challenging for firearm manufacturers to introduce new models, the lawmakers said.
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.
Trump Says US and Canada May Not Reach Trade Deal
The U.S. president said that “close to 200” countries are set to receive letters on Aug. 1 outlining the tariffs they will pay to the United States.
Bridgeport Councilman Endorsed for Reelection Despite Fraud Arrest
Bridgeport Democratic Town Committee district representative Christopher Rosario nominated Incumbent Councilman Alfredo Castillo.
JPMorgan, Bank of America Subpoenaed Over IPO of China’s CATL
CATL was designated by the Department of Defense as a Chinese military company in January.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Declines to Arrest Bolsonaro for Violating Social Media Ban
Justice Alexandre de Moraes kept in place the restraining orders on social media use, and clarified that Bolsonaro is not forbidden from giving interviews.
Durable Goods Orders Fall 9.3 Percent as Aircraft Bookings Plunge
Excluding aircraft, new orders slipped only slightly, suggesting that core business investment remains intact.
How Altitude and Air Travel Disrupt the Gut—and What to Do About It
Studies show the gut responds to high altitude like an inflammatory assault, yet is highly adaptable in healthy people.
Hamas Doesn’t Want Deal, Will be ‘Hunted Down’: Trump
U.S. and Israeli negotiating teams left Doha, Qatar, this week following unsuccessful negotiations with Hamas.
Solar Energy Rollout Across EU Slows as Subsidies Are Cut
A report by SolarPower Europe says that the industry on the continent is set for its first year-on-year slowdown in more than a decade.
‘The Summer House’: Quiet and Extraordinary
Masashi Matsuie’s debut novel is a brilliant, masterful poem in prose about the sublime beauty of architecture working in tandem with nature.
These 5 Dynamic Recipes Will Travel Well With Your Life on the Go This Summer
Each of these five recipes is easy to pack and portion for the road.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
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.

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.
Trump Considering Eliminating Capital Gains Tax on Houses
‘If the Fed would lower the [interest] rates, we wouldn’t even have to do that,’ Trump 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
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.

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.
Trump Considering Eliminating Capital Gains Tax on Houses
‘If the Fed would lower the [interest] rates, we wouldn’t even have to do that,’ Trump said.
Epstein Associate Ghislaine Maxwell Meets With DOJ Officials
‘The Department of Justice will share additional information about what we learned at the appropriate time,’ the official said.

GOP Rep. Ralph Norman Running for Governor of South Carolina
Norman is set to announce his run at an event in South Carolina on July 27.

Marvin Harrison Jr. Not Bothered by Rookie Year Underperformance: ‘You’ve Got to Run Your Own Race’
The fourth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and the son of an NFL legend, Harrison was outplayed last season by several players with lower pedigree.

Grammy-Winning Jazz Musician Chuck Mangione, Known for 1977 Hit ‘Feels So Good,’ Dies at 84
The gifted flugelhorn player died on July 22 at his home in Rochester, New York.
