The American Express Times
Friday, July 17, 2026
Despite war, they stayed
Since Hezbollah's March attack on Israel, southern Lebanon has seen widespread displacement, business closures, and severe disruptions to services amid ongoing military operations near the border. Despite evacuation warnings and deteriorating conditions, many residents remain, raising concerns about permanent displacement and complicating efforts toward a fragile peace deal involving Israel and Lebanon.
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Behind a $2 million payment, a minefield
A South Korean firm linked to a U.S. trade dispute paid $2 million to President Trump’s company last year for an unannounced golf resort project,…
England’s defeat was a self-inflicted wound
England was eliminated from the 2024 World Cup after a 2-1 semifinal loss to Argentina, despite taking an early lead and tactical innovations under new…
U.S. ducks the truth in school strike
During the 2021 U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, an MQ-9 Reaper drone strike mistakenly killed 10 civilians, including children, by targeting a vehicle belonging to a…
E.V. chargers expand their U.S. range into Southern states
Businesses across the Southern United States are rapidly installing electric vehicle charging stations as EV sales and registrations surge in states like Georgia, Texas, Florida,…
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How worried should you be about Cyclospora?
This summer, the U.S. has seen a record number of cyclosporiasis cases, with the CDC confirming 1,645 infections and thousands more suspected, particularly in states…
A 25-year-old satire that’s still sly
Han Ong’s 2001 novel *Fixer Chao* has been reissued by Outsider Editions, following the story of William Paulinha, a Filipino immigrant who assumes a fake…
Dash Cams Transform Driving Into Social Media Content
Dash cameras are increasingly used by drivers across the U.S. to create and share entertaining road videos on social media, often attracting millions of views…
Dutch try to interest buyers in a mountain of manure
Dutch sellers hosted a marketplace event in Minikowo, Poland, to promote the export of excess manure from Dutch livestock due to new EU regulations limiting…
Accountability is lacking in the Iranian school strike
A U.S. military strike hit a school in Minab, Iran, which was previously a military base but had been converted to a civilian school, a…
Making fried chicken with Jennifer Garner
Jennifer Garner will star as food influencer Hollis Shaw in Peacock’s adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand’s novel "The Five-Star Weekend," combining her love of cooking with…
Ukraine wants its own missile interceptors
Ukrainian defense firm Fire Point is developing its own ballistic missile interceptors to strengthen air defenses amid ongoing Russian missile strikes, positioning the system as…
Assessing the effects of omega-3 supplements
Recent clinical trials have found that omega-3 supplements do not significantly improve cognitive function or delay dementia, even in older adults at high genetic risk.…
The secrets to preparing perfect grilled chicken
Dennis Mae of Jidori Chicken outlines a grilling method that involves splitting and flattening smaller boneless, skinless chicken breasts, applying a brief marinade, and cooking…
New Yorkers flock to parks for soccer under lights
New York City has extended nighttime lighting at one soccer field in each borough during the World Cup, enabling hundreds of amateur players to enjoy…
You can make the beach your gym
Exercising on sand increases muscular effort and cardiovascular intensity, enhancing strength, stability, and balance more than workouts on firmer surfaces. Proper preparation—including gradual intensity increases,…
Progressive candidate’s appeal holds lessons for Democrats
Graham Platner, a progressive outsider, won the Maine Democratic Senate primary by defeating incumbent Governor Janet Mills before withdrawing from the race due to personal…
Not love or a crush, but it’s still powerful
Psychologists describe limerence as a persistent, obsessive emotional state characterized by intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors focused on a desired person, often impairing daily life.…
Film Review: ‘The Kidnapping of Arabella’ Blends Absurdity and Dark Humor
Italian director Carolina Cavalli’s film "The Kidnapping of Arabella" follows a darkly comedic road trip as an eight-year-old girl enlists a troubled physics student to…
New York’s DSA Holds One Political Party After Another
Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates won three key congressional primaries in New York City, highlighting the group’s expanding political power in traditionally Democratic districts. The…
ABB to Purchase Gear Supplier Rotork for $5.6 Billion
ABB has agreed to acquire U.K.-based industrial equipment supplier Rotork for approximately £4.14 billion ($5.6 billion) in an all-cash deal supported unanimously by Rotork's board.…
Korea Regulator Unveils Measures To Try to Stabilize Market Swings
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission has implemented restrictions on single-stock leveraged ETFs, including halting new approvals, banning promotions, and raising collateral requirements to curb market…
Buying Out The Neighbors
Wealthy buyers in luxury real estate markets are increasingly purchasing multiple adjoining properties to create large private compounds, with sales and prices for luxury single-family…
One Dies in Crowd Surge at Hindu Festival in Odisha, India
A crowd surge during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri, Odisha, led to at least one death and several injuries as tens of thousands of…
A House Full Of Habsburgs: Seven Sisters
Maria Theresa’s seven daughters played crucial roles in 18th-century European diplomacy through strategically arranged marriages that reinforced Habsburg influence across multiple kingdoms. Their personal sacrifices…
Shrinking Diesel Supply Threatens To Spur Inflation
U.S. diesel supplies have tightened sharply due to geopolitical conflicts in the Strait of Hormuz and export bans from Russia and other countries, causing diesel…
EU Sets Mandates for Google Android to Open AI Assistance
The European Union has mandated Google to grant competing services access to its Android operating system and search engine data, enabling rival AI assistants to…
Evicting Home Investors Will Be Messy
A new federal law now bars large investors who own over 350 single-family homes from buying additional existing properties, aiming to limit the spread of…
Renovations and Market Trends in Hinsdale Homes
Homeowners in Hinsdale, Illinois, are increasingly renovating historic homes by adding modern luxury features such as four-season rooms and wellness amenities while preserving architectural character.…
French Police Crack ‘Predator of the Woods’ Cold Case Using Genetic Genealogy
French authorities solved a decade-long series of assaults and rapes by arresting Bruno Llambrich Gonzalvo using genetic genealogy techniques that traced DNA evidence to a…
The GOP’s Budget Reconciliation Bust
House Republicans introduced a $95 billion budget plan emphasizing increased defense funding and farm aid, marking their third reconciliation attempt this Congress. The proposal’s modest…
Netflix Forecasts Slowdown in Sales and Profit
Netflix reported slower revenue and profit growth in the third quarter, with shares dropping over 8% after the announcement. The company faces increased investor concerns…
Japan to Buy Nvidia Chips to Power AI Push
Japan will acquire 27,500 AI semiconductors from Nvidia to build a next-generation AI computing infrastructure aimed at advancing physical AI technology through the state-backed consortium…
The Superrich Want More Than a Mansion: They Want the Land Around It, Too
Affluent buyers in the U.S. are increasingly acquiring adjacent properties to expand their estates, a trend that has nearly doubled searches for luxury buildable land…
Ex-CEO and Others Guilty in 2018 Genoa Bridge Collapse Killing 43
Giovanni Castellucci, former CEO of Italy’s main highway company, was convicted along with 31 others for the 2018 collapse of the Genoa Morandi Bridge, which…
President Vance Goes AWOL
Republican lawmakers are frustrated with Vice President JD Vance's limited presence and engagement on Capitol Hill as critical legislation remains stalled ahead of the 2026…
Chevron Seeks Alternative to Hormuz Strait
Chevron is planning to invest in Iraq’s energy sector by signing preliminary agreements to develop two major oil fields and participate in a consortium exploring…
Investment of $3 Billion Gives Databricks $188 Billion Value
Databricks raised $3 billion in a funding round led by Coatue Management, boosting its valuation to $188 billion, a 40% increase since December. This capital…
Look Out Below When the Price Isn’t Right
SK Hynix’s U.S.-listed ADRs recently traded at nearly a 50% premium over its Seoul-listed shares due to the ADRs' lack of convertibility and high demand…
A New Home With an Old Soul in Charleston
Will and John Hardee purchased and extensively renovated a neglected Charleston home, investing over $3 million to modernize and expand the property with new living…
Suspects Arrested in Killing of American Marine Biologist in the Philippines
Philippine authorities have arrested three suspects linked to the murder of American marine biologist Kent Carpenter during a violent robbery at his home in Negros…
The Sabbath Is a Chance to Read Again
Orthodox Jewish communities in the U.S. maintain a weekly Sabbath tradition that limits electronic use and fosters extended, focused reading and social engagement. This practice…