WORLDKorean beauty products are becoming mainstream in the U.S. Why there may be even more growth aheadMorgan Stanley forecasts that K-beauty sales in the U.S. can reach approximately $4 billion in 2026.CNBC·July 18, 2026
WORLDFlash flood warnings strike north-east US amid wildfire smoke from Canada<p>Poor air quality from wildfires continues to plague New York City as several neighborhoods hit by thunderstorms</p><p>Saturday is delivering a double dose of dangerous weather across the north-eastern US, with smoky skies from Canadian wildfires giving way to severe thunderstorms that have alreadThe Guardian·July 18, 2026
WORLDGoogle might not kneecap the Pixel 11a with an old processorMystic Leaks suggests that the Pixel 11a will return to featuring a flagship-grade processor with the Tensor G6. Rather than the Tensor G5 found in the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro, the Pixel 10a shipped with the previous generation Tensor G4. That was a huge disappointment since, typically, the Pixel a lineThe Verge·July 18, 2026
WORLDAir quality improving in Northeast, while wildfire smoke hangs over MidwestWildfire smoke and unhealthy air persist and shift direction, as Trump demands explanation from Canada.NPR·July 18, 2026
WORLDU.S. launches new airstrikes to 'punish' Iran for troop deathsTwo U.S. service members were killed in action while "partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks," U.S. Central Command said Saturday.NPR·July 18, 2026
WORLDWildfires Continue To Burn in Ontario, Canada, Sending Smoke to U.S. CitiesNearly 200 fires continued to devastate swaths of the province as smoke continued to drift across parts of Canada and the United States.NY Times·July 18, 2026
WORLDA Very British CPAC: Few, if Any, Costumes and Not Much TrumpLondon hosted an understated version of the Conservative Political Action Conference, known in the United States for its over-the-top celebration of MAGA causes.NY Times·July 18, 2026
WORLDMother killed while asleep with baby ‘was my world’, sister tells BBCKirandeep Kaur, killed as she slept with her baby and husband, leaves behind a 'devastated' family in India.BBC News·July 18, 2026
WORLDGoogle is open-sourcing its 3D emojiNow, if you want to, you can use Google's 3D emoji in your own creations. The company shared some details about how it went about designing the little pictograms and why, as part of World Emoji Day on Friday. Things you might not necessarily worry about in a 2D illustration suddenly become very impoThe Verge·July 18, 2026
WORLDFanatics CEO Michael Rubin on two sports businesses his multibillion-dollar conglomerate won't enterFanatics has become one of the most influential companies in sports, building out a massive merchandise, collectibles and sports gambling platform.CNBC·July 18, 2026
WORLDU.S. Strikes Leave Iranians Isolated and ScaredOvernight strikes damaged a tunnel and three bridges in Hormozgan Province, the governor’s office said.NY Times·July 18, 2026
WORLDGoPro’s discounted Max 2 bundle includes $100 worth of accessoriesA 360-degree camera is a great way to ensure you capture every bit of the action, but prices tend to be on the high end for models worth your attention. That’s why it’s notable that the GoPro Max 2 accessory bundle is discounted to $369 at Amazon (a dollar more at Best Buy and GoPro). […]The Verge·July 18, 2026
