U.S. Stocks Tumble: Is the U.S. Really Heading Toward a Recession?

On August 5, 2024, the U.S. stock market experienced a significant decline due to growing concerns about a potential slowdown in the U.S. economy, mirroring declines in European and Asian markets.

Employment Report: U.S. Unemployment Rate Slightly Rises but May Not Indicate a Recession

On August 1, 2024, the latest employment report shows that although the U.S. unemployment rate has slightly increased to 4.2%, it remains at a historically low level, indicating that the fundamentals of the U.S.

OpenAI Co-Founder John Schulman Announces Departure to Join Rival Anthropic

On August 5, 2024, John Schulman, one of the co-founders of OpenAI, announced on X that he will be leaving to join rival AI startup Anthropic and will focus on the field of AI alignment.

TikTok has agreed to withdraw its rewards feature under EU regulation

The EU's concern about internet addiction is growing, especially regarding excessive screen time for children. In this context, TikTok has agreed to remove a reward feature.

The tradition of "cultural burning", banned for centuries, is making a comeback in Canada

In Canada, the escalating forest fires have drawn widespread attention from the government and academia, especially in the face of catastrophic fires similar to those long experienced in the western United States.

U.S. Judge Rules Google's Online Search Monopoly Illegal;The way tech giants do business may change

On August 5, 2024, a U.S. district judge made a significant ruling, determining that Google established an illegal monopoly in the global default search engine market by investing billions of dollars, violating antitrust laws.

Olympic Champion's American Coach Expelled from Paris Olympics Due to Sexual Assault Allegations

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, American coach Rana Reid, who trained sprint stars Andre De Grasse and Marcel Jacobs, has been expelled due to allegations of sexual misconduct.

No one in gymnastics can match her: Simone Biles Wins Her Second Olympic All-Around Title

Whether it's Michael Phelps, Usain Bolt, Serena Williams, or any other athlete you can think of, none can compare to Simone Biles. In her sport and across all sports, she is unparalleled, regardless of gender.

Tennis Legend's Career Ends After Loss to American Players at Paris Olympics

Andy Murray, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, faced defeat in the men's doubles quarterfinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking the official end of his illustrious career.

Family Tragedy! Boat Capsizes in Alaskan Waters, Family of Four Feared Dead

On the evening of August 3, 2024, the U.S. Coast Guard received an emergency distress signal from a 28-foot aluminum boat carrying 8 people.

Severe Wildfires Ravage the Western United States: Tens of Thousands Evacuated, 1 Dead

The western United States has recently been severely affected by wildfires, posing significant challenges for Colorado and California. A new fire in Colorado tragically claimed the life of a resident.

Elon Musk's X Accuses Major Advertisers of Boycott, Causing Billions in Losses

Elon Musk's social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has launched a high-profile legal battle by filing a lawsuit against several major advertisers.

Tropical Storm Debbie Hits Florida: 4 Dead, Over 240,000 Homes Without Power

On August 5, 2024, Tropical Storm Debbie made landfall on Florida's Big Bend coast, bringing severe flooding, power outages, and significant damage.

2024 Miss USA Winner Revealed! She’s a 22-Year-Old U.S. Army Officer

On August 5, 2024, the 73rd annual Miss USA pageant concluded amid controversy. Alma Cooper, a 22-year-old U.S. Army officer from Michigan, was crowned the new Miss USA.

Tesla's Full Self-Driving Mode Kills 28-Year-Old Motorcyclist Driver: I Was Focused on My Phone

On April 19, 2024, a 2022 Tesla Model S in full self-driving mode struck and killed 28-year-old motorcyclist Jeffrey Nissen on State Route 522 near Maltby, about 25 miles northeast of Seattle.

Costco Launches New Entry Scanners: Customers Must Scan Membership Card Before Entering

On August 8, 2024, Costco announced the full implementation of a new membership verification system requiring members to scan their membership cards before entering the store.

Apple iOS 18 Introduces Highly Anticipated Distraction Control Feature: Eliminate Annoying Pop-ups

Apple's upcoming iOS 18 update aims to significantly enhance the Safari browsing experience by introducing the much-anticipated "Distraction Control" feature.

Man Blows Up ATM with Explosives: $417,000 Stolen, Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison

A man from the Philadelphia area has been sentenced to seven and a half years in prison for blowing up an ATM with explosives during protests in 2020.

Tragedy! A six-month-old baby died from heat after being left in the car by his parents

On July 30, 2024, a heartbreaking incident occurred in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where a six-month-old baby tragically died after being left unattended in the backseat of a hot car for an entire day.

Shocking! Blood Found in Burger King Meal Eaten by 4-Year-Old Girl, Store Responds

On July 28, a New York mother, Tiffany Floyd, was shocked to discover that the Burger King meal she bought for her daughter Mataiira was covered in blood.

The Federal Reserve Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged, Hints at Possible Rate Cut in September

On July 31, 2024, the Federal Reserve concluded its two-day monetary policy meeting and announced that it would keep the target range for the federal funds rate unchanged at 5.25% to 5.5%, maintaining borrowing costs at their highest level in 23 year

Thrilling! Delta Airlines Flight Struck by Lightning, Forced to Make Emergency Return

On the evening of August 4, 2024, a Delta Airlines flight en route to Rome was struck by lightning, prompting the aircraft to make an emergency return to Boston Logan International Airport.

The Airport Will Soon No Longer Require Passports and IDs

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport is working to become the world's first airport completely free of document requirements, planning to revolutionize passengers' travel experience by 2025.

Woman Miraculously Survives After Being Trapped for 13 Hours in Canyon Crevice

Madison Hart, a 26-year-old woman, experienced a harrowing survival ordeal in the remote wilderness of northern Arizona, where she was trapped in a narrow canyon for 13 hours.

A husband was killed by a giant crocodile while trying to save his wife in a critical moment

A heartbreaking tragedy occurred in Queensland, Australia, where a brave father lost his life while attempting to rescue his wife from a crocodile attack.

Multiple Earthquakes Hit Southern California; Seismologist: 5% Chance of a Larger Quake

On the evening of August 6, 2024, at 9:09 PM, Southern California experienced a magnitude 5.2 earthquake near Lamont, close to Bakersfield, California.

Why Are Full-Body Swim Suits Banned in the Olympics? What You Need to Know About the Paris Olympics

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, viewers may notice that Olympic swimmers are no longer wearing full-body suits but instead are using suits made from breathable open-mesh textile materials that comply with regulations.

This "Duck" is 6 Stories Tall! The World's Largest Rubber Duck Will Arrive in New York

In August 2024, visitors near New York State will have the chance to see the world's largest inflatable rubber duck in person.

The man tried to have sex with the flight attendant and opened the door: Plane forced to land

According to a report from the FBI, on August 1, 2024, a man from New Jersey exhibited unusual behavior during a flight, leading to a highly unusual incident.