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In the 50-plus years of James Bond, the wait between films has never gone longer than six years. The next entry, and first since Daniel Craig’s dramatic exit, may test that — but things are speeding up. On Wednesday, Amazon MGM Studio announced that Denis Villeneuve will direct the 26th Bond movie, putting the franchise in the hands of one of the most respected big-budget filmmakers. Here’s what to know about that decision, and where things stand for 007. Villeneuve, the 57-year-old French Canadian director, edged out other filmmakers who were reportedly eyed for the gig, including Edward Berger (“Conclave”)…

WASHINGTON — One key unsettled issue stalling progress on President Donald Trump’s big bill in Congress is particularly daunting: How to cut billions from health care without harming Americans or the hospitals and others that provide care?Republicans are struggling to devise a solution to the health care problem their package has created. Already, estimates say 10.9 million more people would be without health coverage under the House-passed version of the bill. GOP senators have proposed steeper reductions, which some say go too far.“The Senate cuts in Medicaid are far deeper than the House cuts, and I think that’s problematic,” said…

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell to its lowest level since early May, an encouraging trend for prospective homebuyers at a time when the U.S. housing market remains largely held back by elevated borrowing costs and rising prices.The long-term rate fell to 6.77% from 6.81% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year ago, the rate averaged 6.86%.Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages, popular with homeowners refinancing their home loans, also fell. The average rate dropped to 5.89% from 5.96% last week. A year ago, it was 6.16%, Freddie Mac said.High mortgage rates can add…

New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough is in his own boat. Shough will turn 26 in September, played for three different programs in his college career, suffered multiple devastating injuries and was still the No. 40 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. In Shough’s mind, though, his college experiences mentally equip him for the next level.”I think for me and what I’ve been through: I’ve been carted off the field’ I’ve been booed; I’ve been an MVP; I’ve been a starter’ I’ve been a backup to [Justin] Herbert — I’m like, throw some s— at me, you’re not going…

NEW YORK/LONDON : The dollar sank to a more than three-year low even as global shares hit their third record high in three days on Thursday and amid growing market concerns about the Federal Reserve’s independence.The U.S. dollar index was down nearly 0.5 per cent on the session and more than 10 per cent for the year. If it stays that way in the next few days it will be its biggest fall in the first half of a year since the start of the era of free-floating currencies in the early 1970s.Wall Street’s main indexes were trading higher, with…

Image Source: Bing Image. License: All Creative Commons Female fertility is something that touches so many lives, whether you’re currently trying to get pregnant or just thinking about your future. It’s not always a smooth road, and sometimes, even when you’re doing everything “right,” it doesn’t go according to plan. That’s why knowing what impacts fertility can make you feel more empowered, in the know, and prepared for the ride ahead. Image Source: Bing Image. License: All Creative Commons In essence, fertility refers to the capacity to become pregnant. For most women, fertility issues arise after one year of trying…

NEW YORK — The idea that Bruce Springsteen wrote, recorded and ultimately shelved entire albums of music may seem odd to the casual listener. Why put yourself through all that work for nothing?Yet “lost albums” are embedded in music industry lore. Some were literally lost. Some remained unfinished or unreleased because of tragedy, shortsighted executives or creators who were perfectionist — or had short attention spans.Often, the music is eventually made public, like Springsteen is doing now, although out of context from the times in which it was originally made.So in honor of Springsteen’s 83-song “Tracks II: The Lost Albums”…

Published Thu, Jun 26, 2025 · 09:17 PM[WASHINGTON] The US economy contracted more than previously estimated in the first three months this year, according to government data released on Thursday (Jun 26), with consumer spending and exports weaker than expected.US GDP decreased at an annual rate of 0.5 per cent in the first quarter, according to the Department of Commerce.This was down from an earlier estimate of a 0.2 per cent decline, and lower than the 2.4 per cent increase in the fourth quarter last year.The data came after an import surge that was triggered by US President Donald Trump’s…

BEIRUT :Billionaire businessman Elon Musk and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke by phone to discuss making elements of Musk’s sprawling business empire available in Lebanon, a statement from Aoun’s office said on Thursday. The statement said Musk called Aoun and “expressed his interest in Lebanon and its telecommunications and internet sectors”. Aoun invited Musk to visit Lebanon and said he was open to having Musk’s companies present in the country, which ranks among the countries with the lowest internet speeds. The call came just weeks after Aoun and other top Lebanese officials met with Starlink’s Global Director of Licensing and…

The FIFA Club World Cup continues as Juventus and Man City square off in Orlando. Here’s everything you need to know about Juventus vs. Man City.How to watch Juventus vs. Manchester CityDate: Thursday, June 26, 2025Time: 3:00 p.m. ETLocation: Camping World Stadium, Orlando, FLTV: TNTStreaming: DAZNCanada vs. El Salvador Concacaf Gold Cup Highlights | FOX Soccer Check out the top moments from this Gold Cup match between Canada and El Salvador! Betting OddsAs of June 26, 2025, the odds (via DraftKings Sportsbook) for the match are:Juventus: +340Draw: +265Manchester City: –120Juventus vs. Manchester City Head to HeadJuventus and Manchester City have…