Biden’s Plan to Overhaul Supreme Court, and Venezuela’s Tainted Election
Plus, a deadly attack raises Mideast tensions.
Simone Biles draws A-list celebrities at Paris Olympics
As Simone Biles eyes up a chance at another Olympic medal, a row of A-list celebrities are watching on. The seven-time medallist is one of the most high profile athletes…
Comic Con 2024 descends on San Diego: Stars and cosplay fans in pictures
Film stars and fans have descended on San Diego for Comic Con 2024. The event is a celebration of all things fantasy, sci-fi and superhero. At the convention, Iron Man…
Watch: Moment Robert Downey Jr revealed at San Diego Comic Con
Robert Downey Jr is returning to the superhero world after five years – but not to the Iron Man role that launched the blockbuster Marvel franchise. The actor will make…
Timing, luck or talent – what makes a billionaire?
Getty Images What do an Italian communist student of mime, a toddler with an eye for a ball and a comedian who jokes about nothing have in common? They all…
Links 7/29/2024 | naked capitalism
Dragonflies swarm beachgoers at Rhode Island’s Misquamicut Beach WCBB. It’s an annual event. Macro problems on the horizon Splash 247 US consumers show signs of flagging, companies and analysts warn…
Kamala Harris and the Race for Congress
With President Biden out of the 2024 race, Democrats aren’t just hoping to win the presidency. They also believe they have a better chance to take the House of Representatives…
Kyiv and Brussels Weaponize Oil, Use Other Tools in Bid to Force Hungary and Slovakia into Supporting Project Ukraine | naked capitalism
As part of its turn at holding the rotating EU Council presidency, Hungary held a health ministers meeting on July 25. Only three EU countries (Italy, Bulgaria, and Malta) sent…
Biden to Call for Changes to Supreme Court During Austin Visit
President Biden is expected to deliver remarks on Monday pushing for legislation that would bring major changes to the Supreme Court, including imposing term limits and creating an enforceable code…
Harris Looks to Maintain Momentum as ‘Honeymoon Phase’ Winds Down
When President Biden said he would drop out of the presidential race just over a week ago, throwing his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, a jolt of energy instantly…