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Are we heading towards World War 3?
The question is everywhere right now. Here's what experts actually mean when they talk about global conflict risk — and what the average person should know.
Do eggs go bad? The float test, sell-by dates, and what's actually safe
Refrigerated eggs typically stay good 3–5 weeks past the carton date. A glass of water tells you more than the stamp does.
Does almond milk go bad? Shelf-stable vs. refrigerated, and how to tell
Shelf-stable cartons last for months unopened — but once you crack the seal, almond milk has the same 7–10 day window as dairy.
Does peanut butter go bad? What the dates mean and when to toss it
Most jars stay safe well past the printed date — but oil separation, mold, and a sharp smell are the signs that actually matter.
Gas prices just dropped below $4 for the first time in months — here's what the Iran deal means for your wallet
The national average hit $3.99 a gallon Thursday after the U.S. and Iran signed a peace deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Experts say prices could keep falling — but how far and how fast?
Stores Closing in 2025: Live Tracker of Every Major U.S. Retail Closure
A continuously updated list of major U.S. retailers closing stores in 2025 — with chain, store counts, regions affected, and the latest timeline.
Heat dome forecast to bring record temperatures across four states this weekend
Forecasters expect highs 15 to 20 degrees above normal, with overnight lows offering little relief.
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Trump's $14 Million Lincoln Memorial Pool Renovation Is Turning Green With Algae
The iconic reflecting pool was repainted "American flag blue" in a federally funded beautification push. Now it's covered in an algae bloom — and a $1.7M water-cleaning contract awarded to a Trump donor isn't solving it.
Are we heading towards World War 3?
The question is everywhere right now. Here's what experts actually mean when they talk about global conflict risk — and what the average person should know.
Court strikes down congressional map, ordering new lines before November
A three-judge panel ruled the current map violates voting rights protections and gave the legislature six weeks to redraw.
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Central bank holds rates steady, signals first cut could come this spring
Policymakers left the benchmark rate unchanged but softened their language on inflation, hinting that easing is on the table.
Grocery prices ticked up again in June — here's what got pricier
Coffee, beef, and orange juice led the increases, while egg and chicken prices kept easing.
Explainer: When a 401(k) rollover actually makes sense
Rolling an old plan into an IRA isn't always the right move. Here's how to decide.
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New export rules tighten flow of advanced AI chips to a dozen more countries
The updated framework adds licensing requirements for shipments above a set computing threshold, with carve-outs for allied data centers.
AI coding agents quietly take over routine pull requests at major banks
Internal data from three large institutions shows agents now author up to 30% of merged code in non-critical services.
Explainer: Why your phone is suddenly running AI models locally
On-device AI is becoming the default. Here's what changes — for privacy, speed, and battery.
Sports
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Late surge swings the series as Finals shift back home
A 14-point fourth-quarter run flipped Game 4 and reset the championship picture.
Summer transfer window opens with three blockbuster moves already
Two strikers and a goalkeeper headline the first 48 hours of the European window.
Grand Slam final preview: the matchup nobody predicted
A returning veteran faces a 21-year-old first-time finalist in Sunday's championship.
Entertainment
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James Burrows, 85, Dies: The Man Who Made America Laugh for 50 Years
He co-created Cheers, directed every episode of Will & Grace, and launched Friends, Frasier, and The Big Bang Theory. The most important television director who ever lived was 85.
Major streamers move toward bundled subscriptions as growth slows
Two of the largest services confirmed a joint bundle, with others reportedly in talks.
Summer box office: sequel dominates, original holds steady
The weekend's #1 cleared $112M domestic, while last week's original kept 62% of its audience.
Weather
See allHeat dome forecast to bring record temperatures across four states this weekend
Forecasters expect highs 15 to 20 degrees above normal, with overnight lows offering little relief.
Atlantic basin stays quiet — but forecasters say not for long
Sea-surface temperatures and wind shear suggest a sharp turn within two weeks.
Explainer: What is a derecho, and why are they harder to predict?
These long-track wind storms can flatten neighborhoods. Here's what makes them tick.
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The viral 30-second cooking trend, explained for everyone else
It started in one creator's kitchen. Now it's on every feed — and in supermarket sales data.
A neighborhood mystery thread is the internet's new favorite story
Anonymous packages have been arriving for a week. The thread updating it has 40 million views.
Celebrity caught helping a stranger in a grocery store — and the clip won't stop
A 12-second clip has racked up 90 million plays across platforms.
Lifestyle
See allDoes peanut butter go bad? What the dates mean and when to toss it
Most jars stay safe well past the printed date — but oil separation, mold, and a sharp smell are the signs that actually matter.
Does almond milk go bad? Shelf-stable vs. refrigerated, and how to tell
Shelf-stable cartons last for months unopened — but once you crack the seal, almond milk has the same 7–10 day window as dairy.
Do eggs go bad? The float test, sell-by dates, and what's actually safe
Refrigerated eggs typically stay good 3–5 weeks past the carton date. A glass of water tells you more than the stamp does.
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