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Stock market today: US stocks open higher as retail sales surprise, Dow stays firmly above 40,000
Investors assessed another batch of big bank earnings and looked to fresh retail data amid growing conviction an interest-rate cut is near.
2 min read - TechnologyYahoo Tech
The best tablets of 2024 from Apple, Amazon, Google and more, tested and reviewed
Best iPad? Best Android tablet? Best model for kids? Find the perfect screen machine for your specific needs.
10 min read - USYahoo Sports
Terrell Davis says he was handcuffed by FBI on United flight after false accusation: 'Disgusting display of injustice'
Davis accused United Airlines of "deplorable treatment" after he says a flight attendant falsely accused him of hitting him.
3 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
Elon Musk and the other billionaires backing Trump won’t put him over the top
Elon Musk has pledged millions to help Donald Trump win a second term. It could end up helping Joe Biden--if Biden plays it right
5 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Bank of America leans on Wall Street as high rates pose challenges to Main Street operations
Second-quarter profits at Bank of America fell 7% from a year ago as its consumer operations wrestled with higher interest rates, but it was able to churn out more investment banking fees and trading revenue.
3 min read - TechnologyYahoo Tech
Sony WH-CH720N noise-canceling headphones review: A big win for budget shoppers
All the noise-blocking goodness of Sony's premium headphones for a fraction of the price.
7 min read - BusinessYahoo Tech
My favorite iPad is on sale for a record-low Prime Day price of just $299
It may be Apple's entry-level tablet, but it has power and versatility to spare.
3 min read - TechnologyTechCrunch
Exa raises $17M from Lightspeed, Nvidia, Y Combinator to build a Google for AIs
While there’s no shortage of startups aiming to replace Google with AI-powered search (we’re looking at you, Perplexity), a startup called Exa has a different idea: a Google for AI. Humans aren't the ones who desperately need a new kind of search engine, Exa’s founders believe. Exa is building a tool that allows AI models to perform something like a web search, but with an AI-native twist.
4 min read - BusinessAutoblog
2025 Audi A5 sedan and A5 Avant wagon unveiled to replace the A4
Audi is taking the A5 line in a completely different direction: the new model is offered as a sedan and as a wagon to replace the A4.
3 min read - TechnologyTechCrunch
At last, Apple's Messages app will support RCS and scheduling texts
The biggest updates coming to Apple's iMessage and its Messages app in iOS 18 aren't its AI emoji, Genmoji, or even the ability to send texts via satellite. It's the ability to finally, finally schedule messages to send at a later date and time, as well as support for RCS, the next-gen messaging standard and replacement for SMS that will make texting with Android folks much less painful.
3 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
Jamie Dimon, Larry Fink among Wall Street leaders calling for unity following attempted Trump assassination
Some of the biggest names on Wall Street urged unity and calm following Donald Trump’s assassination attempt.
4 min read - BusinessTechCrunch
Fisker has one major objector to its Ocean SUV fire sale
One major dissenter threatens to upend Fisker's apparent best chance at offloading its unsold EVs, a deal that would keep the startup's bankruptcy proceeding alive and pave the way for paying back creditors some of what they're owed. A hearing is scheduled for Tuesday morning where the parties will make arguments in front of a Delaware Bankruptcy Court judge, who will likely decide whether or not to approve the sale. Fisker's support for the deal is broad.
4 min read - HealthYahoo Life UK
How sleep deprivation in men can lead to erectile dysfunction and infertility
It can also result in decreased muscle mass and reduced hair growth.
3 min read - TechnologyTechCrunch
Ultrahuman's smart ring gets FDA-approved AFib detection
The smart ring has long played second fiddle to the smart watch. While tech giants like Apple and Google duked it out over wrists for years, the ring has been significantly quieter, a space where plucky startups have a chance to make their mark. With competition stepping up, Indian startup Ultrahuman's latest bundle of updates make a strong case for its place in the market.
6 min read - USYahoo TV UK
Jason Watkins says changing public's view of Christopher Jeffries was 'special'
The actor speaks to Yahoo UK about his award-winning performance as Christopher Jeffries, and why helping clear his name publicly meant so much.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Hill
5 notable moments from Biden’s interview with NBC’s Lester Holt
President Biden sat down for an interview with NBC News anchor Lester Holt on Monday in the aftermath of the shooting at a rally held by former President Trump that has shaken up the 2024 race for the White House. The president was pressed on his own rhetoric as he also called for Americans to…
6 min read - PoliticsEntertainment Weekly
“The View” hosts react to Donald Trump shooting: Real threat 'wasn’t a drag queen, it wasn’t an immigrant'
Ana Navarro spoke out against a "20-year-old, lone wolf, white whackjob with easy access to a gun," while Joy Behar said the suspect's ammunition purchase should've been reported.
4 min read - USUSA TODAY
Doctored image shows smiling Secret Service agents around Trump amid shooting | Fact check
The image was doctored to change the facial expressions of the agents. In the original photo, they are not smiling.
2 min read - HealthThe Cool Down
New study finds household appliance tied to nearly 20,000 premature deaths: 'We should focus on solutions'
Policymakers are beginning to act on this invisible threat.
3 min read - USKTBC
Five people arrested for kidnapping, beating, and shooting victim in Williamson County
Five people were arrested and charged after luring a 17-year-old boy outside the city limits, then later beat and shot him, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office said.
2 min read - ScienceLive Science
20 satellites fall from sky after catastrophic SpaceX rocket failure, triggering investigation
Twenty doomed Starlink satellites, which were prematurely released during a botched Falcon 9 rocket launch last week, have burned up in the upper atmosphere after falling back to Earth, new data confirms. Experts are currently investigating what went wrong.
3 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
A Colorado couple with a net worth of $800,000 shares how the FIRE movement is helping them reach their goal of retiring in their 40s
A Colorado couple shares how the FIRE movement has helped them grow their net worth to $800,000. They hope to retire in their 40s.
5 min read - USHuffPost
SUV Carrying 5 People Sinks Into Yellowstone Thermal Feature After Running Off Road
The vehicle became fully submerged in 9 feet of hot, acidic water, park officials said.
2 min read - WorldJalopnik
Renowned Rolls-Royce And BMW Designer Murdered In Apparent Car Theft
Ian Cameron, the man essentially single-handedly responsible for the renaissance of Rolls-Royce design following its purchase by BMW in 2003, was stabbed to death at his Lake Ammer home in Bavaria on July 12. Authorities suspect the unknown assailant, who fled the scene, was attempting to steal a valuable car from Cameron’s extensive collection, and seem to indicate that the home had been cased for some time leading up to the altercation. Cameron’s wife, fellow artist and designer Verena Kloos,
2 min read - SciencePopular Mechanics
All Life on Earth Comes From One Single Ancestor. And It's So Much Older Than We Thought.
All life on Earth can be traced back to a Last Universal Common Ancestor, or LUCA—and it likely lived on Earth only 400 million years after its formation.
3 min read - USThe News-Press
Authorities probe Estero nightclub overdose while family mourns loss of second child
A Fort Myers woman faces charges after authorities took her into custody in connection with a nightclub overdose.
5 min read - ScienceFuturism
Scientists Seeking Permit to Dump Chemical Into Ocean in Experiment to Fight Climate Change
Researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution want to dump 6,600 gallons of sodium hydroxide, otherwise known as caustic soda or lye, into the ocean off the coast of Cape Cod in an effort to slow climate change. The unusual plan will likely face significant headwinds, not just from US regulators, but from local […]
2 min read - BusinessBenzinga
29-Year-Old Software Engineer With $135,000 Salary Plans To Retire By 35, Says He's In Top 0.1% Of Most Frugal People
Tanner Firl, a 29-year-old software engineer from Minneapolis, Minnesota, has an ambitious goal: to retire by age 35. With an annual salary of $135,000, Tanner has already saved $380,000 for retirement. His secret? Extreme frugality and strategic investing. Don't Miss: Are you richer than most people you know? Here’s the net worth you need at every age to be above average. The average American couple has saved this much money for retirement — How do you compare? Tanner believes his frugality set
4 min read - WorldPC Gamer
'We can't stay here': Larian CEO opens up about relocating Russian developers otherwise, 'all of my team was going to go to war'
"I had already thought about what we were going to do."
2 min read - USSouth Bend Tribune
What would happen if St. Joseph River dams removed? Homeowners press I&M for answers.
I&M says process is still early for deciding about the century-old dams. It's still seeking feedback.
5 min read - BusinessNY Post
‘Massive’ housing bubble about to burst in this US region, warns a real estate expert — see where
A COVID-related rush to buy homes in this lower-tax region of the nation has since dwindled -- and now there's an all-time high number of homes for sale.
3 min read - USCBS News
Dave Portnoy rescued by Coast Guard off Nantucket after boat loses power
The Coast Guard came to the rescue of Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy after his boat lost power off Nantucket.
2 min read - PoliticsJalopnik
Clarence Thomas Couldn’t Cover $267,000 For An RV, But Wanted Patients To Pay Out Of Pocket For Life-Saving Care
The corruption allegations against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas are only getting worse after a review discovered last week that the RV-loving, yacht-riding, jet-setting judge did not recuse himself from a 2004 health insurance case despite a clear conflict of interest.
3 min read - BusinessSmartAsset
How Many Americans Retire With $1 Million?
Saving $1 million (or more) for retirement is a great goal to have. Putting that much aside could make it easier to live your preferred lifestyle when you retire, without having to worry about running short of money. However, not … Continue reading → The post What Percentage of Retirees Have a Million Dollars? appeared first on SmartAsset Blog.
8 min read - WorldThe Cool Down
Farmers scramble after devastating drought leaves entire herds without water: 'We can't let the animals die'
The parched island's only natural lake has almost completely dried up.
2 min read - ScienceSpace
Can the James Webb Space Telescope see galaxies over the universe's horizon?
The James Webb Space Telescope has revolutionized astronomy in just two years of operations, but how can it see a galaxy 33.8 billion light-years away in a universe that is only 13.8 billion years old?
8 min read - USCNN
Terrell Davis, football Hall of Famer, says he was removed from plane after tapping a flight attendant
Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis says he was wrongfully removed from a United Airlines plane in handcuffs over the weekend after he tapped a flight attendant’s arm to ask for a cup of ice – and the airline says it has removed the attendant from duty while it reviews the incident.
4 min read - BusinessJalopnik
Tesla Allows Customer With Tiny Parking Spot To Resell Cybertruck After All
Tesla reversed its policy prohibiting Cybertruck resales in direct response to the difficulties of a single Salt Lake City man who couldn’t fit the angular electric pickup in his parking space. Blaine Raddon, a retired CEO, happily reserved a Cybertruck after watching the vehicle’s launch online. However, Raddon and his wife divorced after he placed the order and his living situation changed.
2 min read - SciencePopular Mechanics
Archaeologists Found 345 Ancient Stone Circles That Tell a New Story About Humans
New research in Saudi Arabia unveils 345 stone circles, believed to be 7,000-year-old homes, shedding light on Neolithic settlements and early human lifestyles.
3 min read - USPetHelpful
Curious Mountain Goats in Colorado Stomp All Over Hiker’s Car Like It’s Their Job
The hiker said the car was fine!
3 min read - WorldNextShark
China's Olympic outfits spark sexism accusations
Last month's unveiling of China's national Olympic team outfits for Paris 2024 has ignited criticism among Chinese netizens. Many are calling the designs ugly and outdated, with men receiving a red suit jacket and white trousers, while women are given a jacket, skirt and high heels.
1 min read - BusinessBenzinga
Survey Reveals 67% of 55-Year-Olds Are Severely Underprepared And Terrified They Will Outlive Their Savings And Face Financial Hardship
A new study by Prudential shows that 67% of 55-year-olds, along with a majority of 65 and 75-year-olds, are severely underprepared for retirement and in danger of becoming "silver squatters." According to Prudential, "Silver Squatters" describes retired-age individuals who need to rely more on family for housing and financial support. Don't Miss: Warren Buffett flipped his neighbor's $67,000 life savings into a $50 million fortune — How much is that worth today? Can you guess how many Americans
3 min read - BusinessJalopnik
BMW Says M5's Massive Weight Is 'The Best We Can Do'
BMW just revealed the new M5, and while it’s significantly more powerful than the car it replaces, the new M5 is also heavier. A lot heavier. With its plug-in hybrid system borrowed from the BMW XM, it weighs in at a hefty 5,390 pounds, nearly 1,000 pounds more than its predecessor. That’s not ideal for what’s supposed to be a sport sedan, but as Frank van Meel, head of BMW’s M division, told CarBuzz recently, adding a heavy plug-in hybrid system was the only way to keep the M5 around.
2 min read - USPalm Beach Daily News
Tiger Woods, Elin Nordegren's rare appearance together: Their history in Palm Beach County
In March 2024, Tiger Woods and his ex-wife are seen at son Charlie's golf ring ceremony. Also a look at the golf star's history in Palm Beach County.
6 min read - ScienceSnopes
Fact Check: Map Supposedly Showing the Fate of US 'If We Don't Reverse Climate Change' Is Miscaptioned
From California to North Carolina, the map shows much of the country underwater.
4 min read - OpinionThe Telegraph
Putin is leading Russia into a demographic catastrophe
Lies, damned lies, and statistics. If anyone knows how to falsify figures to bolster weak causes, it is the Kremlin.
3 min read - USSacramento Bee
A Black teacher endured a coworker’s racial slur-filled rant. Why no one can discuss it
The teacher, Erinn Leone, said the 2020 incident was never properly addressed by the school, Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, California.
11 min read - BusinessTom's Hardware
AMD's latest integrated graphics perform like an eight-year-old Nvidia midrange GPU — Radeon 890M achieves GTX 1070 performance in Geekbench and lags behind GTX 1650 Super by 15%
AMD's latest Radeon 890M RDNA 3.5 flagship posted identical results to a GTX 1070 in Geekbench's Vulkan benchmark.
2 min read - BusinessMotley Fool
Marjorie Taylor Greene Just Loaded Up on Stocks: 6 Companies She Just Bought
Tracing the reasons to be optimistic about the Georgia representative's recent purchases.
5 min read - HealthINSIDER
A personal trainer at a longevity clinic says you should care about 3 fitness markers if you want to live a long, youthful life
Work out for a longer life by focusing on improving balance, building muscle, and doing specific cardio work, a trainer at a longevity center says.
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