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A homeowner who bought a Cape Cod mansion perched on an eroding cliff has filed a lawsuit seeking to be released from his mortgage, arguing the bank should not have issued the loan for a property he says is at risk of collapse. The case centers on a $5.5 million home on Cape Cod that…
A tornado warning issued in parts of the region near New York City has expired, as forecasters continue to track a weekend stretch of severe weather that could include strong thunderstorms, heavy rain, and additional tornado potential. Local television outlets including CBS News reported that the tornado warning in New Jersey expired. At the same…
Heavenly Spices garlic powder has been recalled after concerns about bacterial contamination, prompting warnings to consumers who may have purchased the product for home use. The recall involves Heavenly Spices-brand garlic powder sold through Dollarama stores. Multiple reports describe the issue as microbial contamination, with some coverage identifying Bacillus cereus as the bacterium of concern….
The U.S. military said it has completed the latest round of strikes against Iran, as disruptions to commercial shipping continued to ripple through a tense Middle East security environment. The announcement, reported by CNBC, marks a new escalation point in a fast-moving confrontation involving U.S. forces and Iran. The statement did not include additional operational…
The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to an estimated $672 million for the Friday, July 17 drawing, putting one of the nation’s largest lottery prizes up for grabs as players across the country checked results to see whether anyone matched all the winning numbers. The drawing was held Friday night under the multistate Mega Millions game,…
Elon Musk’s net worth fell below $800 billion after SpaceX aborted a Starship launch attempt, according to Forbes. The latest estimate marks a drop from earlier valuations and follows a setback tied to SpaceX’s next-generation rocket program. The aborted launch drew attention to Starship’s role in the company’s plans and the stakes attached to major…
A proposal to charge users for early access to Donald Trump’s Truth Social is drawing attention for its potential to generate significant revenue while raising major ethical questions about access, influence and political fundraising in a platform closely tied to a former president and current political figure. The plan centers on monetizing Truth Social by…
Chinese startup Moonshot has unveiled a new artificial intelligence model that it says pushes its performance closer to leading U.S. systems, marking one of the most significant recent advances from China’s fast-moving AI sector. The company introduced what it described as the world’s largest open AI model, according to Reuters. The release adds to a…
Apple has increased subscription prices for Apple Music and Apple One, citing “rising licensing costs” as the reason for the change. The increases apply to Apple’s music streaming service, Apple Music, as well as Apple One, the company’s bundle that combines multiple Apple services under a single monthly plan. Apple confirmed the pricing changes and…
The Seattle Storm and Indiana Fever met Friday, July 17, in a WNBA matchup that put one of the league’s most-watched teams against a veteran contender. The game drew added attention because of the focus on individual production, with fans tracking player stats alongside the score. Indiana entered the night with Caitlin Clark again at…
Relatives of a man killed in a shooting involving an ICE officer in Maine say the officer should never have been issued a badge or a gun, pointing to what they describe as a documented history of violent behavior. The allegations were detailed in recent reports citing family statements and records. The incident has drawn…
Joanna Gaines says her youngest son, Crew Gaines, has already notched an early summer milestone: his farm stand sold out in an hour. In posts referenced in recent coverage by People.com and other outlets, Joanna Gaines shared a video highlighting Crew’s small business venture and celebrated the quick sellout. Crew is 8 years old, according…