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A set of pilot studies suggests that limiting eating to an eight- to nine-hour window, and avoiding meals late at night, could improve cognitive performance and memory in older adults with overweight or obesity. Weight loss was similar between groups, but those on a restricted eating window showed better results on spatial planning, memory and problem-solving tests. Findings are preliminary and call for larger trials.
Since April and into May 2026, multiple US universities have faced commencement and campus controversies over invited speakers and events related to Israel, free speech and protest. NYU is keeping Jonathan Haidt as its Yankee Stadium commencement speaker despite student government opposition; Rutgers has rescinded an invitation to alumnus Rami Elghandour; Georgetown Law replaced Morton Schapiro after student objections; and campus groups are clashing over guest appearances and platforming.
Rutgers University has rescinded a planned May 15 convocation address by Arcellx CEO Rami Elghandour after some graduating students raised concerns about his social media posts criticizing Israel’s actions in Gaza. The move follows similar campus tensions around commencement speeches amid debates over the Gaza war and pro-Palestinian protests.
Gunfire near the White House has prompted a security lockdown as responders have engaged a suspect. A bystander has been wounded and the suspect has been killed by law enforcement. President Trump has not been reported harmed and remains at the White House. Journalists on scene have described a chaotic scene and accounts indicate multiple gunshots.
The European Union has announced a substantial investment in ocean observation, positioning Europe at the forefront of marine monitoring as the United States proceeds with the dismantling of the Ocean Observatories Initiative. The NSF has begun a descope of the OOI, pulling instruments from multiple U.S. sites while the EU commits hundreds of millions to expand global ocean data networks.
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to explain why scaffolding and a tarp remain on the Kennedy Center after workers removed President Trump’s name under a court order. The judge has demanded a status report by 31 July and has blocked the center’s planned two‑year closure while legal appeals proceed.
An Australian man has been charged with the murder of 17-year-old Thunchanok Donhomla in Pattaya, Thailand. The body was found in a suitcase near railway tracks. Police say he denies the charges, claiming self-defence, while investigators consider potential links to two similar suitcase deaths in the region. Consular matters are under way.
Gotham FC has moved closer to its Queens home, with Sam Kerr returning to Gotham in a 1-0 win at Citi Field last night. The event marks a milestone as Gotham prepares to share Etihad Park with NYCFC in 2028 and aims to break attendance records for a women’s game in New York.
Cyclospora outbreaks have sickened thousands across 31 states, with Michigan at the epicenter. Authorities probe multiple food items, including lettuce, berries and herbs, while the public is urged to practice strict food-safety measures. The situation is evolving as state and federal agencies coordinate case counts and source tracing.
A collection of articles shows record heat-related deaths across Europe and North America linked to a warming climate and El Niño, with officials expanding cooling programs and researchers urging responsible media portrayal to shape urgency. The data indicate rising temperatures and strained infrastructure, while experts forecast more extreme conditions ahead.
U.S. health agencies have linked a large multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms de Mexico and served at some Taco Bell locations; Taylor Farms has issued a voluntary recall for iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico. Confirmed cases have climbed into the low tens of thousands across dozens of states and separate clusters remain under investigation as of 01 Aug 2026.
Ryan Lasko has undergone surgery after a vertebral fracture from a collision in a Double-A game. He is making progress in his recovery, with partial return of sensation and movement, as Athletics rally around him.
California has enacted a law requiring two standardized labels for food dating—one for quality and one for safety—aimed at reducing consumer confusion and food waste. Other states are watching as federal rules remain limited to baby formula. The shift comes amid widespread use of more than 50 date labels in the US and consumer behavior that discards food approaching those dates.