WORLDUtah, Known for Big Families, Leads the U.S. in Dropping BirthratesForget tradwives. When it comes to plummeting fertility rates, Utah is leading the country.NY Times·July 26, 2026
WORLDMarvel announces Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider, a new Black Panther, and moreWhile perhaps less dramatic than in years past, Marvel nonetheless had some big reveals lined up for Comic-Con. The highest profile was certainly the announcement that Ryan Gosling would be joining the MCU as Ghost Rider, with the Shawn Levy-directed (Deadpool & Wolverine) standalone feature setThe Verge·July 26, 2026
WORLDAn Admiral’s Rise Reveals the Politics Driving Hegseth’s PentagonBefore he was picked to lead the Navy, Adm. Daryl Caudle found ways to signal his support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s anti-diversity goals.NY Times·July 26, 2026
WORLDWhat to Know About the Deadly Wildfires Raging in Western EuropeHundreds of thousands of people in France and Spain have been forced to evacuate from huge blazes fueled by soaring temperatures and tinder-dry conditions.NY Times·July 26, 2026
WORLDSome high-earning investors will soon owe taxes on years of deferred capital gainsA key incentive in place for current Opportunity Zone investors — deferring taxation of reinvested capital gains — will end on Dec. 31.CNBC·July 26, 2026
WORLDWhat to Know About Iran and the HouthisThe Yemeni militant group opened a new front in the conflict between its backer, Tehran, and Washington, by announcing a blockade on Saudi shipping in a strategic waterway and attacking vessels.NY Times·July 26, 2026
WORLDTop Wall Street analysts back these 3 stocks for their long-term growth potentialInvestors with a long-term horizon should look beyond the ongoing noise and focus on stocks that are well-positioned to generate strong returns.CNBC·July 26, 2026
WORLDAll the Ways You Can Make Reading on Your Phone EasierTired of eye strain? These tips will help optimize your smartphone for marathon reading sessions.Wired·July 26, 2026
WORLDThe Solution to the Power Grid's Woes Might Just Be Sitting in Your DrivewayMore electric vehicles are becoming capable of providing backup power at a time when the US is increasingly in need of more electrons.Wired·July 26, 2026
WORLDThe Best Subscription-Free Home Security Cameras I’ve TriedYou don’t have to upload your video to the cloud or pay a monthly fee to secure your home. These security cameras record locally.Wired·July 26, 2026
WORLDLebanese displaced by war turn to satellites to check their homesUnable to return home, some Lebanese displaced by Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon are buying satellite images to see whether their houses survived.NPR·July 26, 2026
WORLDThe Big Questions About Jeffrey Epstein: What The Times Has LearnedHere is what we know about the sexual predator whose secrets spurred an international reckoning over money, power and complicity. Check back for updates.NY Times·July 26, 2026
