The American Express Times
Monday, July 27, 2026
Suspect in Berlin Pride Attack Killed by Police
Police shot and killed Abdul Ballout, the suspect in the deadly attack near Berlin’s Pride closing party that left one woman dead and 29 injured after he rammed a van into a crowd and attacked people with a machete. The attack, believed to be motivated by Islamist extremism, has prompted calls for increased security at…
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More Hits Like Song Needed
Singapore began their 2026 ASEAN Championship with a 2-1 win over Cambodia, sealed by Ilhan Fandi’s late scissors-kick goal assisted by substitute Song Ui-young. The…
Gen Z Prefer Tea Over Alcohol to Calm Nerves
Nearly half of UK adults aged 18 to 27 prefer drinking tea over alcohol to manage nerves before important events like exams and interviews. This…
Littering dispute leads to shots fired near Hingham library
Steven A. License fired two shots during a road rage confrontation in the Hingham Public Library parking lot after a dispute involving his wife and…
School librarian walks away from job to protest cellphone use
Easthampton High School’s librarian, Sean Ames, plans to resign after the school committee denied his request for unpaid leave, citing disagreement over the district's cellphone…
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Yale University should resist Trump administration demands
Yale University is facing federal pressure from the Trump administration over alleged racial bias in its admissions, prompting debates about whether to settle or resist…
Boston celebrates Puerto Rican heritage with annual parade
Boston celebrated Puerto Rican heritage with a lively parade organized by The Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts, culminating a two-day cultural event attended by tens…
History Overheard at Cooperstown Reflects Baseball Legends’ Insights
Jeff Kent, Andruw Jones, and Carlos Beltrán were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame during the annual ceremony in Cooperstown, attended by over 50…
ASI Ramps Up to Modernize FAA Air Traffic Control
Applied Systems Intelligence (ASI) has won a major contract with the FAA to upgrade the national air-traffic control system using its predictive software, expanding its…
U.S. Moves to Abandon Landmark Nuclear Safety Rule
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has proposed replacing the longstanding "as low as reasonably achievable" (ALARA) radiation safety principle with a new graded approach that…
Yes, the birthrate is falling. Look how we treat mothers
U.S. birth rates declined by 1% in 2025, continuing a long-term downward trend largely influenced by economic, social, and workplace challenges faced by mothers. Experts…
Power and potential grow for pro softball leagues
The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL), launched in 2025, has rapidly increased visibility for professional softball, with a 181 percent rise in ESPN viewership and…
The new college virtue isn’t about if you cheat, but how well
A rise in AI-facilitated cheating has been documented at Brown University and other major American universities, with surveys revealing a growing culture of dishonest behavior…
Biography Explores Life and Career of Tennis Trans Pioneer Renée Richards
Renée Richards, the first openly transgender professional athlete in the U.S., won a landmark legal battle in the 1970s that allowed her to compete in…
Rule change on MBTA’s RIDE frustrates users
The MBTA has imposed new limits on the amount and weight of luggage riders can bring on its RIDE paratransit service, restricting drivers to assist…
Homan faults ICE vetting if allegations against agent are true
Tom Homan, former acting ICE director, questioned the agency’s vetting of David Brouillette, an ICE agent linked to a fatal July 13 shooting in Maine…
TV Critic’s Corner: New Shows and Documentaries This Week
Elizabeth Meriwether’s new drama "Furious," starring Emmy Rossum as an FBI agent hunting a female serial killer, premieres Monday on Hulu with three episodes available…
Former Honduran President Returns Home to Face Corruption Charges
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández returned to Honduras to confront corruption charges related to embezzlement and illicit campaign financing following his U.S. pardon and…
Video Shows Person Kicking Protected Sea Lion at California Beach
Federal wildlife officials are investigating a video showing a person kicking a protected sea lion at La Jolla Cove in San Diego. The probe highlights…
Rogue AI Spurs New Push for Guardrails
Representatives Jay Obernolte and Lori Trahan introduced the bipartisan Frontier Act to establish the first comprehensive federal regulations for AI, including safety standards, third-party audits,…
Student loan defaults reach all-time high; borrowers urged to act
Student loan defaults in the U.S. have surged to 9.52 million borrowers following the end of the pandemic payment pause, a rise of 4.2 million…
LeBron James Joins 76ers with Realistic Expectations
LeBron James has signed a two-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, joining forces with stars Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Jaylen Brown. This move bolsters…
Dog named Eddie helped an Army veteran rebuild his life
Combat veteran and ER nurse Jeff Ballard credits his service dog Eddie with helping him manage PTSD symptoms years after his deployment to Afghanistan. Ballard’s…
To sell Homer’s ‘Odyssey,’ publishers, like its hero, get crafty
Sales of Homer’s “The Odyssey” have increased by 76 percent ahead of Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation, leading publishers to reissue and promote various translations to…
Chinese AI Gaining Ground in U.S. Despite Restrictions
Chinese AI startups such as Moonshot and Z.ai have rapidly gained popularity in the U.S. by offering affordable and open-source AI models that rival established…
Gusting Winds Complicate Massive Fire Battle in Southwestern France
A massive wildfire in southwestern France has forced the evacuation of over 250,000 people as the flames advance toward Bordeaux, with firefighters battling unpredictable conditions…
Toyota and Subaru EVs boost struggling market
Toyota and Subaru significantly boosted U.S. electric vehicle sales in the second quarter through new model launches, contributing to a 15% increase from the first…
Mural Defaced at Site of Burned Jewish Temple
Authorities are investigating a potential hate crime after antisemitic graffiti and swastikas were spray-painted on a mural near the site of the burned Pasadena Jewish…
Many Americans retire earlier than planned, report finds
A TIAA Institute report finds that over half of recent retirees left the workforce earlier than planned, averaging age 57, often due to health, job…
Family of man killed by ICE agent applies for special visa status
The family of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, a Colombian immigrant fatally shot by an ICE agent in Biddeford, Maine, is applying for a U visa…
Ms. Lauryn Hill, Hot Tuna, and more kick off Newport Folk Festival
The Newport Folk Festival opened at Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island, featuring performances from headliners like Courtney Barnett, Hayley Williams, and Lauryn Hill…
Massachusetts Lawmakers Move to Expand Abortion Access After Harrowing Patient Stories
Massachusetts lawmakers passed a bill in the House to expand abortion access after 24 weeks by allowing doctors more discretion and removing vague criteria like…
L.A.’s Perilous Game of Water Pipeline Triage
A 110-year-old water main ruptured beneath Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, releasing 17 million gallons of water and causing a large sinkhole. This incident highlights…
Health Workers Strike Over Pay Amid Congo Ebola Outbreak
Health workers at the Elikya Ebola Treatment Center in eastern Congo have gone on strike over unpaid salaries, disrupting care amid the country's fastest-growing Ebola…
Who says Trump’s new moneymaking scheme is legal?
Donald Trump’s media company has launched the Truth API, a paid service giving traders immediate access to his social media posts, potentially enabling faster market…
Fans Share Their Favorite World Cup Moment
The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0, attracting over 560,000 fans to eight matches at SoFi Stadium and sparking widespread celebrations…
Tax gain harvesting: How to benefit during low-income years
Tax gain harvesting allows investors, especially those with low income such as retirees, to sell appreciated assets and realize capital gains at a 0% federal…
Romantic relationship between Norfolk police sergeant and deputy chief harmed department morale
An investigation revealed that former Deputy Chief Michelle Palladini’s romantic relationship with Sergeant Samuel Webb compromised internal affairs investigations and damaged morale within the Norfolk…
Ranger Suarez Shows No Rust in Shutout Performance
Ranger Suarez made a successful return to the Boston Red Sox rotation after a three-week groin injury, pitching four scoreless innings in a 6-1 win…
End of Temporary Protected Status Raises Fears of Labor Shortage
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling permits the federal government to end Temporary Protected Status, threatening the work authorization of over one million immigrants currently protected…
How the L.A. City Council Measures Up on Attendance and Legislation
Since January 2025, Los Angeles City Council members have shown varying levels of attendance, committee participation, and legislative activity, with Councilmember Monica Rodriguez sponsoring the…
U.S. and Iran Pause Attacks Amid Interim Ceasefire Negotiations
The United States and Iran have paused their military strikes against each other for a second day amid intensified diplomatic talks to uphold an interim…