Movie Theaters Embrace the Bewilderingly Lucrative Business of Buckets
[Once, a tub of popcorn was just a tub of popcorn. Now, “collectible concession vessels” could make one chain more than $100 million.
US House passes $1T defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns
Republicans say the $1 trillion defence bill funds the Iran war, new weapons, troop pay rises and military housing The US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, July 22, 2026. REUTERS The US House of Representatives narrowly passed its version of a massive defence policy bill on Wednesday, despite Democrats’ concerns about its huge price tag, … Read more
Even as War Rages, Investors Bet Oil Will Be Cheaper in a Few Months
[Futures contracts reflect an expectation that low inventories and midterm elections are likely to push the Trump administration to try to ease tensions with Iran.
Iran War Live Updates: Oil Prices Hit $100 a Barrel After Attacks in Red Sea
The price of Brent crude soared after Iran’s Houthi allies in Yemen claimed strikes on two Saudi tankers. President Trump warned that the U.S. would hold Iran directly responsible for further attacks by the group.
Google hit with $1b EU fine, in ‘constructive’ talks to avoid more penalties
Visitors walk near a logo of Google at Bharat Mandapam, one of the venues for AI Impact Summit, in New Delhi, India, February 17, 2026. REUTERS Alphabet’s Google was fined a total of €890 million ($1 billion) on Thursday for flouting European Union rules aimed at reining in the power of Big Tech, the European … Read more
Comic-Con kicks off with Marvel’s return
San Diego Comic-Con returns with Marvel, DC, Star Trek, del Toro and major previews through July 26 for fans galore Mandalorian cosplayers are among the superfans who flocked to Comic-Con International in San Diego, California. PHOTO: AFP Comic book fans will return to San Diego, California on Thursday for the latest Comic-Con, with many convention-goers … Read more
US Embassy launches Liberty Bell display in Islamabad to mark 250 years of independence
The ‘Let Freedom Ring’ campaign is part of the US Mission Pakistan’s year-long ‘Freedom 250’ programme U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Andy Halus helped unveil “Let Freedom Ring” Liberty Bell at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad The United States Embassy in Islamabad on Thursday launched a “Let Freedom Ring” Liberty Bell display at Lok Virsa and the Pakistan Monument … Read more
Edward O’Keefe Named C.E.O. of WNET
[Mr. O’Keefe, who was previously an executive at CNN, is the chief executive of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.
Why I Sought Out a Taliban Commander I Had Fought
First as a Marine and then as a journalist, I spent years tied to Afghanistan. I returned one last time to speak to a former enemy in search of answers, and perhaps closure.
Global Oil Price Hits $100 a Barrel for First Time Since May
[The recent rebound reflects traders’ growing concern about the expanding war, which now extends from the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea.