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(ABC) Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning teamPresident Donald Trump is set to present the World Cup trophy to the winner of Sunday’s final between Argentina and Spain
Wildfires and US-Canada relations
(CBS) Trump threatens new tariffs on Canada over wildfire smokeCanada is engulfed by more than 900 wildfires that have sent smoke into the U.S., blanketing the Midwest and Northeast and causing air quality concerns. President Trump this week threatened to impose tougher tariffs on Canada because of the smoke. But experts say a fix to the wildfires isn't simple. Taurean Small has more.
wildfires
(NYT) What to Know About Fires Caused by Lightning in the Pacific NorthwestDozens of fires ignited in Oregon and Washington as more than 14,000 lightning strikes hit the region during thunderstorms this week.
Cuban dissident
(ABC) Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in U.S.A famous Cuban dissident artist, Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, arrived in Miami on Saturday after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country
Food recall
(ABC) Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora riskTaylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico because of a potential link to the multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened people across the U.S. The California-based company said produc...
Business
Financial Planning
(DOW) ‘Respect is important’: If my financial adviser said, ‘Hey,’ my wife and I would walk out. Where do you draw the line?(DOW) ‘They are relentless’: A scammer is trying to change the email on my empty Robinhood account. What do they have to gain?
(DOW) Netflix is spending big money on sports. Is the company making the right bets?
(DOW) These are the obstacles still keeping women from retirement security
(DOW) I’m 67, own two homes outright worth $2.8 million, but I have $19,000 in credit-card debt. Should I get a HELOC?
“I met with a financial representative who was not aware that AT&T was the shortened form of American Telephone and Telegraph.”
The Justice Department Is Pulling Back on Prosecuting Corporate Crime
(DOW) The Justice Department Is Pulling Back on Prosecuting Corporate CrimeProsecutors have declined to charge businesses in a number of recent cases—despite believing that senior employees were involved in wrongdoing.
US Military and Iran
(CNBC) Two U.S. service members killed in Jordan, one missing; Iran threatens 'unforgettable lessons' after calling off interim peace agreementWhen asked about Iran no longer abiding by the interim peace agreement, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly said, "I couldn't care less."
Wildfires and US-Canada relations
(CNBC) Thunderstorms will clear wildfire smoke from Northeast ahead of World Cup final, meteorologists sayAt MetLife Stadium, where the World Cup final is scheduled to take place, the sky was a thick, soupy gray even after a drenching thunderstorm.
food
(CNBC) Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce in 27 states due to cyclosporiasis outbreakTaylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce in 27 states because of the potential that the greens could be contaminated with cyclosporiasis.
Sports
World Cup
(PFT) No, the NFL wouldn't stage a World Cup-style third-place game(FOX) Why Spain's Technical Ability Can Overcome Argentina's Warrior Mentality
(FOX) 10-Goal World Cup Goodbye: What The Wildest Third-Place Game Ever Tells Us About 2028
(FOX) Bronze Final Goes Bonkers! 6 Takeaways From England-France Double Digit Goalfest
Saturday's 6-4 win by England over France in the third-place game of the 2026 World Cup has caused some to suggest the NFL should do the same thing.
sports
(CBS) UFC Fight Night start time for Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman: Where to watch live on Paramount+(CBS) 2026 World Cup final predictions, expert picks: Will Lionel Messi and Argentina crack Spain's elite defense?
(CBS) 2026 Haskell Stakes predictions, horses, odds, post positions: Surprising picks from elite racing expert
(CBS) UFC Fight Night odds, lines, predictions, time: Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman picks by elite MMA expert
Former champions face off on Saturday in Oklahoma City
Sports
(PFT) Get-in price for World Cup finale hits $10,000On Sunday, MetLife Stadium will host the event with the most expensive tickets prices ever.
nfl
(PFT) Seahawks place rookie DT Deven Eastern on PUP(PFT) 49ers sign rookie P Jack Bouwmeester
The Seahawks placed rookie defensive tackle Deven Eastern on the active/physically unable to perform list, the team announced Saturday.
2026 World Cup
(CBS) 2026 World Cup picks, odds, predictions: Best bets for France-England in third-place match on Saturday(CBS) 2026 World Cup parlay, best bets: Top picks for France vs. England in Saturday's third-place match
(CBS) Free 2026 World Cup anytime goalscorer picks, odds: Mbappe among Saturday's France vs. England best bets
(CBS) England vs. France odds, prediction, preview, picks, start time for World Cup third-place game on Saturday
SportsLine's soccer experts have revealed their World Cup picks and World Cup predictions for France vs. England in the third-place match on Saturday
Entertainment
celebrity news
(USMag) Justin Bieber Performs Shirtless During Surprise Fanatics Fest Appearance(USMag) Tom Segura's Ex Christina Breaks Silence on Split After 18-Year Marriage
Justin Bieber made a surprise appearance at Fanatics Fest 2026 — and didn’t need a shirt for the special occasion. The singer, 32, took the stage inside the Javits Center in New York City on Saturday, July 18, performing for those attending the sports fan festival that aims to bring together the biggest athletes, leagues, […]
Celebrity News
(USMag) Sami Sheen Claims She's 'Fully Financially Supporting' Herself(USMag) Why 'The Big Bang Theory' Star Jim Parsons Says He Wouldn't Do the Show Again
Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards’ daughter Sami Sheen is setting the record straight when it comes to her finances and so-called “nepo baby” status. “Look, if I had Daddy’s money, I would own it, OK? I would let you guys know,” Sami, 22, claimed in a Friday, July 17, TikTok video, addressing speculation that her […]
cycling
(USMag) Sami Sheen Claims She's 'Fully Financially Supporting' Herself(USMag) Why 'The Big Bang Theory' Star Jim Parsons Says He Wouldn't Do the Show Again
Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards’ daughter Sami Sheen is setting the record straight when it comes to her finances and so-called “nepo baby” status. “Look, if I had Daddy’s money, I would own it, OK? I would let you guys know,” Sami, 22, claimed in a Friday, July 17, TikTok video, addressing speculation that her […]
Technology
tech
(TechRadar) Ukraine set to get its own 'Starlink' satellite constellation with SpaceX starting in 2027 as $1bn project powers on despite CEO death(TechRadar) Quote of the day by Steve Jobs: 'I'm willing to go thermonuclear war on this' — giving a bitter rival both barrels
(9to5) Is Apple One worth it for you after recent price hikes?
Ukraine’s Stetman plans a 360-satellite constellation by 2027, using SpaceX launches and European partnerships despite leadership changes.
Tech
(TechRadar) EV tech is trickling down to hybrid and combustion vehicles, and I’m here for it(TechRadar) The Laifen T1 Pro is an electric shaver with an Apple-esque aesthetic that isn't backed up by its performance
Software updates aren't just for EVs anymore, as combustion and hybrids are seeing OTA updates that can help support new features and even recalls.
Apple price increase
(9to5) Here are all the ways Apple is raising prices and why
Apple’s hardware price increases in June were costly and unwelcome. They were also just the start of a wave of higher prices on Apple products and services. Over the last few weeks, Apple has been raising prices in all areas for different reasons.