New COVID Strain Alert: Stratus Variant Now Dominant in 42 Countries – Symptoms & Protection

Infographic: How to protect against new COVID strain Stratus

As first reported in our June analysis of the rapidly spreading ‘Frankenstein variant’, Stratus (XFG/XFG.3) has now surged to dominance across the UK. [Read our initial coverage] to understand its recombinant origins, early symptom patterns, and global emergence. New data confirms its unique hoarseness symptom and reveals updated prevalence trends exceeding initial projections. July 10, 2025 – … Read more

The $4 Trillion AI Titan: How Nvidia Redefined Computing and Conquered Wall Street

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang in leather jacket

Santa Clara, California – On July 9, 2025, a company founded in a Denny’s booth three decades ago achieved what was once unthinkable: Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) became the first publicly traded company in history to reach a $4 trillion market valuation. This watershed moment – fueled by an insatiable global hunger for artificial intelligence – marks not … Read more

The Unfolding Catastrophe: New Mexico Flooding Kills Three, Sweeps Homes Away in Ruidoso Disaster

House swept away by flash flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico

Ruidoso, New Mexico – Just four days after historic floods killed over 100 people in Texas, another mountain community faced apocalyptic scenes on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, as monsoon rains triggered catastrophic flash flooding in southern New Mexico. The village of Ruidoso—a popular summer retreat nestled in the Sierra Blanca mountains—became the latest victim of extreme weather, with three … Read more

Superman Soars Again: How James Gunn’s 2025 Reboot Rescues Hope for the DC Universe

David Corenswet as Superman

The skies above Metropolis shimmer with renewed promise. After years of uneven adaptations, box office disappointments, and fan division, the Man of Steel returns to cinemas not just as a superhero, but as a beacon of hope – both for the fictional citizens of his world and the very real future of Warner Bros.’ DC Studios. … Read more

August 1 Tariffs: Trump’s Trade Ultimatum Hits 14 Nations as BRICS Faces 10% Surcharge

August 1 tariff rates by country under Trump's deadline

WASHINGTON D.C. | July 8, 2025 – In a seismic escalation of global trade tensions, President Donald Trump has declared August 1, 2025, as the absolute deadline for 14 nations to accept new U.S. tariffs ranging from 25% to 40%. The move coincides with a chilling warning of an additional 10% levy targeting all BRICS members, accusing the bloc … Read more

McDonald’s Unveils Game-Changing Menu Revolution: Spicy McMuffins Launch Today, Snack Wraps Return July 10

July 8, 2025 | BREAKING NEWS – In its boldest menu shakeup in years, McDonald’s has answered fan demands with two seismic announcements: the debut of Spicy McMuffins starting today and the permanent return of Snack Wraps on July 10. This strategic one-two punch celebrates the 50th anniversary of the iconic Egg McMuffin while reviving a cult-classic discontinued in 2016. View this … Read more

UAE’s Golden Visa Revolution: Your Complete Guide to the New Nomination-Based Residency

UAE Golden Visa

The UAE Golden Visa program has undergone its most transformative change since its 2019 launch. In a landmark shift, the UAE government has introduced a nomination-based Golden Visa for Indian and Bangladeshi nationals, eliminating traditional investment barriers and opening doors for skilled professionals to secure lifelong residency for just AED 100,000 (≈₹23.3 lakh). This pilot program signals a strategic pivot … Read more

Mexico Defeats USMNT 2-1 to Claim Historic 10th Gold Cup Title: Where to Watch Replays & Highlights

Mexico national football team celebrating with 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup trophy

HOUSTON, TEXAS | July 7, 2025 – In a dramatic clash that lived up to its billing as the fiercest rivalry in CONCACAF, Mexico defeated the USMNT 2-1 in the 2025 Gold Cup Final before a sold-out crowd of 70,000+ fans at NRG Stadium in Houston. The victory secured Mexico’s record-extending 10th Gold Cup title and their second consecutive championship, cementing their regional dominance. Match Recap: A Rollercoaster … Read more

Texas Flood Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 79 as Search Continues for Missing Camp Mystic Girls

Rescue teams in boats search flood debris near Camp Mystic in Kerrville, Texas

HUNT, TX – Rescue teams battled renewed rainfall Sunday while searching for 11 missing girls and one counselor from the devastated Camp Mystic summer camp, as the death toll from catastrophic Guadalupe River flooding reached 79 confirmed fatalities—including at least 28 children—across Central Texas. The disaster, triggered by a sudden 15-inch deluge on July 4, marks one of Texas’ deadliest … Read more

Hoarse Voice Alert: New ‘Stratus’ COVID Variant Dominates UK Cases, Experts Monitor Spread

Illustration of COVID virus particles with vocal cords indicating hoarseness symptom

LONDON – A rapidly spreading COVID-19 subvariant nicknamed “Stratus” (scientifically designated XFG/XFG.3) has surged to become the dominant strain in the UK, accounting for roughly 40% of current cases, according to the latest UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data. While global health authorities assess its overall risk as “low”, experts highlight a distinctive symptom—persistent hoarseness—and warn waning immunity could fuel a new infection … Read more