Is Extreme Running Linked to Colon Cancer?
A small, preliminary study found that marathoners were much more likely to have precancerous growths. Experts aren’t sure why.
Month: August 2025
He Tried to Endorse From the Pulpit. He Wound Up Without a Church.
[The I.R.S. says churches can now support candidates during services, but many denominations still forbid it. A Wisconsin pastor learned the hard way.
Relief in Ukraine as Zelensky Avoids Disaster in Washington
Ukrainian analysts watching their president’s return to the White House were braced for a “nightmare.” They took cautious encouragement from what they saw instead.
Monsoon rains and cloudbursts lashed northern Punjab
Tourism operations in Punjab’s Salt Range, Murree and other northern areas have been suspended due to heavy monsoon rains, landslides and an increase in cloudburst incidents. Punjab Tourism Secretary Raja Jahangir Anwar said on Tuesday that climate change has severely disrupted the tourism sector, causing substantial economic losses. “Both domestic and international tourism have suffered,” he … Read more
Why Were Air Canada Flight Attendants Striking? Boarding Pay Was a Central Issue
[The strike, which ended on Tuesday, focused attention on why many airlines don’t start paying flight attendants until the plane doors are shut.
Europe seeks clarity as Trump promises security guarantees for Ukraine
Ukraine and its European allies have been buoyed by Donald Trump’s promise of security guarantees for Kyiv to help end the war in Ukraine but face many unanswered questions, including how willing Russia will be to play ball. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hailed Monday’s extraordinary summit at the White House with the US president as … Read more
USD exchange rate: Rupee holds steady
[ The Pakistani rupee remained largely stable against the dollar on Tuesday, while showing slight fluctuations against other major currencies. Major commodities such as oil are primarily traded in US dollars, while several economies, including Saudi Arabia, continue to peg their currencies to the greenback. According to the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) rate sheet, … Read more
The Rainforests Being Cleared to Build Your R.V.
American demand for tropical wood that is used in motor homes, conservationists say, is accelerating the disappearance of some of the world’s largest forests.
Netanyahu Faces Pressure From Far Right Over New Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Proposal
Some members of Israel’s coalition have ruled out a proposed hostage deal with Hamas, but the prime minister has yet to state his position.
With ‘Highest 2 Lowest,’ Stars Perfect the Art of Friendship
Across 35 years and five films, Spike Lee and Denzel Washington redefined Black male filmmaking and cemented an indestructible personal bond.
