Trends of July 29, 2026

Jets' Smith rues being 'distraction' after dispute with girlfriend

Jets QB Geno Smith admits his offseason dispute made him a distraction, vows to move past it as training camp starts.

Anthony Smith arrested on felony charges for domestic violence, terroristic threats, and false imprisonment

Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith faces felony charges, sparking a media surge on his arrest and its impact on the MMA world

Why Europe, the world’s fastest-warming continent, was primed to burn this summer

Europe's record heat wave ignites drought and wildfire fears as the continent heats up twice as fast as the rest of the world.

American Airlines flights grounded nationwide due to IT outage: FAA

A single IT glitch shut down every American Airlines flight in the U.S., prompting an unprecedented FAA ground stop.

SK Hynix second-quarter profit surges 557% to a new high

Investors feel both excitement and caution as SK Hynix’s profit soars 557% yet misses forecasts, sparking market uncertainty

Casey Schmitt Placed On IL With Torn Meniscus

Giants’ roster plans hit a snag as Casey Schmitt lands on the IL with a torn meniscus.

Smith-Shawver to return in Game 1 of doubleheader vs. Mets (source)

AJ Smith-Shawver is slated to start Game 1 of Wednesday’s Braves‑Mets doubleheader, a sudden roster move drawing league attention.

AT&T closes $23 billion deal to acquire spectrum from Echostar

AT&T seals a $23 billion spectrum purchase from EchoStar, instantly expanding its network capacity while EchoStar channels the cash into debt repayment.

Big Ten commissioner pushes back on 'breakaway' talks with SEC

Big Ten pushes for a 24‑team playoff while rejecting breakaway rumors with the SEC

Emilie Kiser Sounds Off On Her Toddler Not Wearing Life Jacket 1 Year After Son Drowned

A toddler’s boat video sparks backlash for influencer Emilie Kiser, reviving scrutiny after her older son’s drowning.

Boston Scientific to restructure, taking up to $800M in charges

Boston Scientific’s surprise announcement of massive layoffs and $800 million charges signals a dramatic shift in the med‑tech giant’s cost strategy.

Adam Peters gets a creative question about Brandon Aiyuk

A creative Aiyuk query at the Commanders’ camp press conference could sway roster decisions.

Why Mike McCarthy's first Steelers training camp will be much different than how Mike Tomlin did it - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Trump, Netanyahu to meet at White House today as oil prices plummet

Japan earthquake searches continue overnight, with people missing in collapsed mall and factory

Backstage Details On Triple H Involvement In Brock Lesnar-Oba Femi Segment On WWE Raw

Asian Stocks Eye Gains as Oil Offsets Chip Selloff: Markets Wrap

Amboseli elephant deaths: Kenya Wildlife Service launches urgent inquiry after 14 carcasses found

A puzzling count mismatch in dead elephants at Kenya's Amboseli park sparks an urgent wildlife inquiry

As Deadline looms, Skubal prepares for potential final start as a Tiger

Reaction wheel failures leave Swift rescue mission spinning in orbit

First-known transmissible cancer found in catfish

Dow jumps more than 500 points as oil prices slide, investors rotate out of chip stocks: Live updates

Texas will ban Delta-8 on July 31. Austin police say possession will be a felony

Texas moves to criminalize Delta‑8, setting a July 31 ban that makes possession a felony and forces retailers to clear shelves.

Folk music legend Linda Perhacs, 82, reported missing 8 months after being discharged from care facility

Folk legend Linda Perhacs, 82, vanishes eight months after leaving a care home, prompting a frantic search by fans and friends

Saber-toothed cats' spinal tumors suggest inbred species struggled to survive

Ancient saber‑toothed cat spines reveal tumor‑laden evidence that inbreeding may have sealed their fate

What smart people are saying about Lilian Weng's departure from Thinking Machines Lab

Lilian Weng’s exit from Thinking Machines Lab sparks debate on executive burnout and AI alignment priorities.

Joel Embiid’s Strange New Reality

LeBron James’ commitment to the 76ers and a fresh injury update on Joel Embiid put the franchise’s future under the spotlight.

Josh Hartnett’s Accent Terrifies in Netflix’s ‘Jaws’-Inspired Series ‘Below’

Josh Hartnett’s chilling accent in Netflix’s monster thriller ‘Below’ has turned a Jaws‑style teaser into a surprise horror cue.

Putin Suffers Humiliating Blow as Russia’s Crisis Spirals

Foreign visitor numbers plunge to a five‑year low, intensifying the political pressure on Putin amid Russia’s deepening crisis.

Success of India’s ‘cockroach’ protests energises critics of Narendra Modi’s government

India’s Gen‑Z ‘cockroach’ protests have ended but are energising critics of Modi’s rule

Kendra Wilkinson shares dramatic weight-loss update after taking GLP-1

Celebrity weight‑loss via GLP‑1 fuels buzz as Kendra Wilkinson drops four dress sizes

NFL assistant coach fired days before start of training camp

Ari Emanuel Backs Paramount-WBD Deal In WSJ Op-Ed, Blasts States’ Antitrust Lawsuit As “Trash”

‘The Odyssey’ To Pass ‘Oppenheimer’s Lifetime B.O. In 13 Days; ‘Hadestown’ Sings $2M+ Monday

Commanders tab ex-All-Pro WR Wes Welker to coach tight ends

Sam Altman is ready to decelerate

UEFA to discuss World Cup boycott over FIFA private investment plan

Live updates: France issues heat warnings in wildfire-hit areas, as at least 63,000 evacuated near Madrid

Jerry Jones is willing to give up a top pick for a defensive playmaker

Japan earthquake kills at least 5 as rescuers search for people trapped in damaged mall and factory

Our Milky Way galaxy appears to have flipped 90 degrees long ago. But why?

Germany’s AfD Opposes Pride Flags but May Win Support After L.G.B.T.Q. Attack

Waymo, robotaxi operators face fresh scrutiny over emergency response failures

What Is Parkinson's Disease? Here Are The Warning Signs And Who's Most At Risk.

Draymond Green, Warriors Agree to New Contract, Full Details After LeBron James Pursuit

Vita Vea reportedly wants to play on the West Coast; do the 49ers have the pieces for a trade?

TCL launches fourth-generation WOLED monitors with up to 480Hz refresh rate

T-Mobile says service restored after users report issues with phones

Europe is burning: How bad could this wildfire crisis get?

Europe Wildfires May Burn for 'Several Months'

Chip Rout Deepens on Circular Funding, China Competition Fears

Why Jackson Koivun needs to be very wary of what has happened to Matt Wolff

New data suggests layoffs will affect 14,259 people by the end of 2026, up 78% from first forecast of the year

US lawmakers seek national security probe of Chinese chip giant CXMT after blockbuster IPO: ‘Ticking time bomb’

Bosnian authorities investigate desecration and fire damage at Medjugorje Virgin Mary shrine

D4vd murder case: Singer to stand trial on charges over 14-year-old girl's death

2026 NFL Power Rankings: Where Every Team Stands Heading Into Training Camp

US diplomats stage UN walkout after France criticizes human rights record under Trump

Double Fine Announces Layoffs Following Split From Xbox

Apple Upgrade: 20 Things to Know Before Leasing an iPhone, iPad, or Mac

This eating habit could help boost brain health, study finds

Microsoft Could Swing $189 Billion in Value After Earnings

Iran Considered Retaliatory Strike on Ukrainian Seaport

Kaia Gerber Wears the Naked Dress in Its Most Elegant Form Yet

Minnesota’s first-in-the-nation law banning prediction markets is halted in federal court