Kalshi says it’s not a sportsbook even as World Cup bets surge
The betting site Kalshi emerged as a dominant sports betting platform during the World Cup. But the company avoids billions…
Republican campaigns see immigration as a winning issue for midterms
Republicans are spending more money and running more ads on immigration than Democrats are ahead of the November midterm elections,…
What will the Pentagon begin screening ‘war fighters’ for? The quiz knows
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Why did designing the World Cup pitches take eight years?
Yamal and Messi aren’t the only stars of the World Cup finals. If you’ve been watching any of the games,…
At the World Cup, has ‘VAR’ gone too far? Some fans say it’s ruining the tournament
In this World Cup, VAR, or video assistant referee, has become ubiquitous (and despised by many). But there was a…
China’s Xi calls for step up of global effort in AI, as US curbs squeeze China’s tech access
American-led restrictions have blocked China from accessing some of the world's most advanced technologies, spurring China's efforts to build its…
The Strait of Hormuz no-fee, China cuts down on pollution and IMAX’s economic Odyssey
It’s Indicators of the Week (now on YouTube!). On today’s episode: What happened to Trump’s proposed Strait of Hormuz fee?;…
Rubio convenes countries on left-wing political violence
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday convened leaders from more than 60 countries to take part in the Trump…
Japan revises law to ensure supply of (male) heirs to the imperial throne
A popular princess drives support for having a female Japanese Emperor. But the country's first female prime minister opposes it.
Dangerous wildfire smoke continues to blanket parts of the U.S.
Orange skies and heavy smoke covered large parts of the U.S. on Thursday as Canada and Minnesota grapple with wildfires.…