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Edinburgh Film Festival Shakes Up the Scene with Fresh Voices

July 2, 2026

The 2026 lineup for Edinburgh’s International Film Festival has just been announced, and the team behind it says this is their strongest slate yet. Director Paul Ridd and producer Emma Boa, both in their third year after a reboot three years ago, have focused on new filmmakers and bold stories rath

finance

How Trump’s Changed Stance on Crypto Pushed Billions into His Pockets

July 2, 2026

Not too long ago, the man now leading the charge for cryptocurrency was actually calling Bitcoin a scam. That flip-flop happened fast once the 2024 election rolled around. Now in office for a second time, he has pushed a wave of pro-crypto moves that seem to line up almost perfectly with his own bus

politics

New Rules for Schools and the Capitol in Minnesota

July 1, 2026

In Minnesota, several new rules start on July 1. They cover schools, the state Capitol, and social media. First, schools must set up a way for people to report threats anonymously. This can be an app, a website or a phone line. The state will give $4 million to help schools build these systems. If

entertainment

July 2026 on Paramount Plus: New Star Trek, Big Brother and More

July 1, 2026

Paramount Plus started as a hub for its own brands, offering shows from CBS and classic MTV hits. Over time it grew to include UFC events and the Yellowstone spin‑offs by Taylor Sheridan. This July, viewers can watch a fresh season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. The sci‑fi series returns with ne

politics

Supreme Court Says Women’s Sports Stay Separate

July 1, 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that states can keep rules that stop biological men from competing in women’s sports. A 6‑to‑3 decision means these bans are legal, but it does not require that every women’s category be exclusive to people who were born female. The ruling follows challenges in West Virgi

sports

Lacrosse Gets a Big Boost With Celebrity and Investor Support

July 1, 2026

The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) has secured a record‑breaking $100 million investment, marking the biggest financial boost in professional lacrosse history. Actors Rob Mac and Glen Powell joined forces with major investors such as Ares funds, New York Liberty owner Joe Tsai, and ESPN. ESPN’s

sports

Gabriel Martinelli: From Steel Town to Premier League

July 1, 2026

Gabriel Martinelli wasn’t born with a golden football at his feet—he grew up in Guarulhos, a noisy city near São Paulo, where his parents worked tough jobs at a steel factory. Football wasn’t just a hobby; it was the heartbeat of their home. His mom didn’t just drop him off at futsal practice—she ma

politics

Republican infighting leaves key bills stuck as lawmakers head for early break

July 1, 2026

The House of Representatives wrapped up its week early on Tuesday after a group of Republicans blocked plans to move forward with major bills. Instead of voting on important issues like defense funding and budget plans, lawmakers packed up and left for a longer-than-usual summer break starting soone

celebrities

The Man Who Lived Like an Adventure Novel

June 30, 2026

Oliver Tree didn’t just perform on stage—he turned life into performance. With bright red face paint and a fuzzy Elmo costume, he made every interview feel like a late-night show. Behind the jokes, though, was a deeper message: life can change fast, and he knew it better than most. His final podcast

education

California schools shine in national college rankings

June 30, 2026

California keeps proving it’s a top spot for students looking for great learning environments after four of its colleges landed in a recent ranking of the best classroom experiences in the U. S. The list, put together by a well-known education guide, named schools based on student surveys about teac