Trends of July 8, 2026

Live updates: US strikes Iran and reimposes sanctions in retaliation for attacks on commercial shipping

The United States has launched military strikes against Iran and reinstated oil sanctions following multiple attacks on commercial shipping vessels.

Ryan Seacrest reveals why he backed out of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at the last minute

Ryan Seacrest addresses his last-minute absence from the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

How Matt Damon Transformed His Body and Face for "The Odyssey"

Matt Damon’s radical physical transformation for *The Odyssey* sparks fascination over aging, discipline—and Hollywood’s evolving fitness demands

3 homers, 10 RBIs ... by the 6th inning!? What a night for O'Hearn

Pittsburgh Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn shatters franchise records in a single game, dominating Braves' starter.

Novak Djokovic wins 5-set Wimbledon thriller to reach semis

Novak Djokovic advances to the 2026 Wimbledon semifinals following a grueling five-set victory against Felix Auger-Aliassime.

Measles outbreak confirmed at Arizona immigration detention center

Health authorities have confirmed a measles outbreak at an immigration detention center in Florence, Arizona.

White House launches 25 Freedom Fuel gas stations in this region

White House-backed gas stations spark debate over cost savings and political branding in South Jersey and Philly

Wizards To Sign Khris Middleton, Trade D’Angelo Russell To Grizzlies

Khris Middleton returns to Washington Wizards in a massive 6-team trade reshaping NBA’s summer roster moves

Sean Strickland apologizes to Dustin Poirier for denouncing post-arrest comments: ‘I guess not everyone is a POS like me’

UFC fighter’s apology sparks debate over public shaming and mental health in sports

A New Minecraft Update Will Finally Let Players Sit Down

Minecraft players gain a long-awaited feature: the ability to sit down—alongside a new biome and expanded camping mechanics.

Bunnie XO Making Out With Reality Star in Jelly Roll's Nashville Bar, on Video

Footage has emerged of Bunnie XO at a Nashville bar owned by her former partner, Jelly Roll, alongside a reality television star.

Amid heat wave, doctors warn of health risks for people taking GLP-1 drugs

Medical professionals are issuing warnings regarding the heightened risk of heat-related illness for individuals taking specific medications, including GLP-1 drugs.

Utah boarding school where Paris Hilton says she was abused as a teen has license revoked

Utah state officials have revoked the operating license for the Provo Canyon School’s Springville campus following allegations of abuse and neglect.

Meta Now Lets Anyone Use Your Instagram Photos in AI Images—Unless You Opt Out

Meta just launched a new AI generator, Muse Image, and users are already pushing back over use of their photos

U.S. vs. Belgium had a total American audience of 42 million

Djokovic wins five-set epic to set up Sinner semi-final

Wimbledon’s men’s draw tightens as Djokovic and Sinner advance to semifinals

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, due to launch in August 2026, is expected to discover around 100,000 exoplanets in a single mission — more than every telescope in the history of astronomy combined

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope prepares for launch with a mission to rewrite exoplanet discovery records

Self-generated hydrogel ejects bacterial cells for localized biofilm dispersion

Researchers have identified a survival mechanism where bacterial biofilms utilize self-generated hydrogel to eject dying cells.

'The Sopranos' Creator David Chase on LSD Movie, Trump Concerns

'The Sopranos' creator David Chase expands into film with an LSD-themed project while addressing political concerns at a festival.

Trump Eyes Australia-Style Retirement Account. Here's What It Would Mean for a Worker Whose Whole Plan Is Social Security.

President Trump is exploring a new national retirement savings model modeled after Australia's system for American workers.

Oregon regulators approve 30% electricity rate hike for data centers near Portland

Oregon’s data centers face steep electricity surges while residents see relief—regulators weigh tech vs. affordability

Data centers’ energy demand threatens Trump’s “Made in America” plan

AI-driven data centers are outpacing U.S. energy grids—and upending manufacturing revival plans

3.1 billion-year-old rocks in Australia reveal a forgotten chapter of Earth’s water cycle

Analysis of 3.1-billion-year-old volcanic rocks in Australia points to the early influence of water on Earth's interior and crustal development.

7 Menswear Moves to Steal From the ‘Odyssey’ Premiere

The Hectic Modern World Is Shredding Your Little Cave Man Brain, Scientists Confirm

Dallas Cowboys player who died by suicide diagnosed with brain disease

Samsung to Get Jump on Apple’s First Foldable With New Phones in July

SpaceX stock now enters the post-honeymoon faith phase

Anthropic Expands in Manhattan, Part of an A.I. Boom in New York

9 Rhythm Heaven Groove Games That Made Me Want To Scream

Adam Sandler Reportedly Called Nantucket Police 48 Hours After Taylor Swift's Wedding For This Surprising Reason

Utah Moves to Close Teen Treatment Center Accused of Abusing Girls

‘Big Brother’ Season 28 Cast Revealed: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Alum, Rocket Scientist, MMA Fighter and More

Street Fighter And Fire Emblem Voice Actors Lead Orbitals' English Cast

Trump renews call for US to take over Greenland as he arrives for Nato summit

NASA Chief says China can soon outsmart US in space exploration: But could shape the future of space

Prince Harry breaks silence after losing Daily Mail lawsuit

Le Pen comeback revives French far right’s biggest fear: Can she actually win?

Endometriosis could be diagnosed by blood test, research suggests

I opened a Trump Account for my child with a $1,000 government contribution

FDA Announces Recall on Blueberries Sold in 8 States for Potential E. Coli Contamination

Zendaya goes full Greek goddess on 'The Odyssey' press tour: A Schiaparelli look straight from the runway, a vintage Givenchy dress and more

Rivian’s stock sale triggers worst rout for the shares in nearly two years

Android backups are changing and it's going to affect everyone's Google cloud storage

Book Review: ‘You Won’t Get Free of It,’ by Rachel Aviv

Walmart is slashing prices on beef and soda. Trump is taking credit

Chip stocks sell off after Samsung earnings fall short of high AI bar

Discord Banned 8,000 Users for Posting Chessboards and Minecraft Screenshots

Trump lashes out at NATO as first day of summit wraps in Turkiye

'Today' show host Dylan Dreyer speaks out on 'painful' secret miscarriage

Micron’s stock falls as investors wonder if the memory market is near the top

Mysterious Spheres Found in Australia Are Likely Space Debris

Netflix dabbles in shorter video content with its new set of publisher deals with Variety, others

SpaceX launches Transporter-17 amid concerns about rideshare program’s future

Netflix Inks Video Deal With Leading Publishers Including THR

Scientists Find Super-Rare Soft Tissue Fossil From 450-Million-Year-Old Sea Creature