THE CONVERSATION: Good sleep begins with healthy gut bacteria. Here’s how to look after yours
Gut bacteria influence sleep quality by affecting inflammation and mental health. The microbiome's composition directly impacts how well people sleep each night.
FORMIDABLE TEAM: Boks go full strength to lay down marker against England in Nations Championship opener
South Africa selected a full-strength squad averaging 53 Test caps per backline player and 71 Test caps per forward for their Nations Championship opener against England. The team composition demonstrates commitment through experienced personnel rather than developmental selections in either the backs or pack.
European stocks are poised to outdo their American peers. These catalysts explain why.
JPMorgan raised its year-end target for European stocks again, suggesting stronger performance ahead. Panmure warns that high valuations in U.S. stocks imply negative returns over the next decade.
This Compact, Emission-Free Gas Turbine Is Rocket Science
A compact gas turbine has been developed that produces zero emissions by converting natural gas into hydrogen fuel and electricity simultaneously. The technology operates at higher temperatures and pressures than traditional turbines while maintaining a smaller physical footprint.
The Most Important Packers: No. 30 — Trey Smack
Rookie Trey Smack has joined the Green Bay Packers as their kicker. The team is looking to address kicking inconsistencies they have experienced in previous seasons.
What Went Wrong With ‘Supergirl,’ Critical, Audience And Box Office Disaster
Supergirl performed poorly at the box office with disappointing critical and audience reception. The film faced multiple underlying problems that contributed to its commercial and critical failure.
Mara Brock Akil Changed TV. But Her Most Urgent Story Demanded a New Medium
Mara Brock Akil, creator of television shows including "Girlfriends" and "Forever," released her debut novel to tell a story she has pursued for decades. The novel represents a shift from her television work to explore narrative material requiring a different medium than scripted series.
Russia's Drone Force Needs A Different Kind Of Recruit
Russia is recruiting female university students to operate drones as it seeks technically skilled personnel for unmanned warfare. The recruitment targets women in higher education to fill operator positions for its expanding drone operations.
British American Tobacco to cut 9,000 jobs
British American Tobacco will eliminate 9,000 jobs globally as part of a restructuring effort. The company aims to become more digital and AI-focused through these cost-saving measures.
ANALYSIS: Consolidation and contiguous — two words that sum up Sibanye’s Marikana miracle
Sibanye consolidated operations at Marikana through contiguous asset management, transforming a previously troubled mine into a profitable operation. The company's strategic approach to consolidation and integrated operations has positioned Marikana as a cornerstone asset within South Africa's mining sector.
Octopus EV: Leading The Electric Vehicle Charge
Octopus EV executives integrated all aspects of the EV leasing value chain to establish leadership in the UK market. The company combines multiple components of the electric vehicle business into a single operation for leasing services.
Business mobilises security support ahead of anti-foreigner protests
South African businesses are mobilizing private security resources to support police capacity during anticipated anti-foreigner protests. The initiative aims to augment rather than replace state security forces, according to Business Against Crime South Africa's leadership.
FC Barcelona Captain Agrees To Leave, Reports SPORT
Barcelona captain Sergio Busquets has agreed to leave the club after spending 18 seasons with the team. The midfielder's departure comes as part of the club's ongoing financial restructuring efforts.
How New State And EU Regulations Will Reshape Fashion Supply Chains
Digital product passports and extended producer responsibility laws now require fashion companies to track and disclose detailed supply chain information from raw materials through production. California SB 707 and EU regulations impose compliance costs that are forcing brands to consolidate suppliers and invest in tracking systems rather than source from multiple vendors.
On Greek island of Santorini, winemakers try to adapt to heat and drought
Heat and drought killed a 90-year-old basket-shaped kouloura vine on Santorini that had previously survived the island's harsh summers. Winemakers on the Greek island are adapting their practices as climate conditions become more extreme than the traditional methods can withstand.
Malaysia extends search for missing flight MH370 by one year
The underwater search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has been extended by one year through a continued agreement with Ocean Infinity. Malaysia's transport ministry announced the extension to the deep-sea exploration contract on Monday.
SpaceX is joining the Nasdaq-100 index: Timeline, date, impact on QQQ, 401(k) plans, and more
SpaceX was added to the Nasdaq-100 index on July 7, just 15 days after its public debut on June 12. Nasdaq changed its rules in May to allow newly public companies to join the index much faster than the previous timeline of months or longer.
Ex-Disney CEO And Joshua Kushner Reportedly Planning A Bid For Vegas NBA Team
Ex-Disney CEO Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner are exploring a bid to purchase an NBA team in Las Vegas. Kushner's venture firm recently acquired a stake in the San Francisco Giants earlier this year.
AI spending boom accelerates as Big Tech pours trillions into infrastructure
JPMorgan raised its forecast for AI capital spending through 2030, projecting trillions of dollars in investment. Big Tech companies are accelerating their infrastructure expansion to support artificial intelligence development and deployment.
The sell-off in Strategy’s preferred stock has investors questioning everything
Strategy's preferred stock offering, which a Bitcoin bull claimed had no downside in 2025, has experienced a significant sell-off prompting investor skepticism. Investors are questioning the security and value proposition of this equity instrument amid broader market uncertainty.
Indian BrahMos Cruise Missile Will Enhance UAE’s Standoff Capabilities
The UAE will acquire Indian BrahMos cruise missiles to enhance its standoff attack capabilities. The missiles have a range of approximately 290 kilometers and represent part of the UAE's strategy to diversify its military suppliers beyond traditional partners.
The Supreme Court Just Made It Easier for You to Get Cheaper Generic Drugs—With 1 Major Catch
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of generic drugmaker Hikma, making it harder for brand-name manufacturers to block cheaper alternative drugs. However, a pharmaceutical patent lawyer noted that the legal battle over drug patents is far from over.
“Unsexy” Marketing Channels Are Beating Digital by big Margins
Traditional marketing channels are generating significantly higher returns than digital marketing approaches. Marketing plans that ignore "unsexy" conventional advertising methods are missing substantial revenue opportunities.
Japanese Wine Is Having A Moment. Here's What You Need To Know
Japanese wine production has expanded despite climate and regulatory obstacles, establishing itself as a distinct category alongside established global wine regions. The sector is developing distinctive styles that demonstrate quality comparable to classic European wines.
From static storefronts to decision engines
Forty-five percent of in-store shoppers use AI in their buying journey, having researched and compared options before arriving at the store. Retailers are repositioning physical locations as validation points where customers seek confidence in their purchasing decisions rather than as transaction endpoints.
How Independent Sports Agencies Have Competed In Crowded NBA Landscape
Independent sports agencies like Glushon Sports Management, LIFT Sports Management, and Life Sports Management have competed successfully in the crowded NBA landscape. These three agencies operate without major corporate backing while representing professional basketball players.
The CEO behind Grand Theft Auto VI doesn’t play video games, but analysts say he has put $1.5 billion behind the biggest game launch of the decade
Take-Two Interactive has invested $1.5 billion behind Grand Theft Auto VI, which analysts call the biggest game launch of the decade. CEO Strauss Zelnick stated he doesn't play video games and believes being a consumer doesn't make a CEO effective in the business.
FINANCIAL WELLNESS COACH: Liquidity, taxes and fees to consider in your estate planning
Estate planning requires careful consideration of liquidity, taxes, and fees to maintain cash flow for surviving spouses during administration. Proper planning prevents financial distress for beneficiaries by ensuring sufficient available funds are designated before death.
EDUCATION: Who are we fooling about what students are learning in schools?
South African high school students advance despite poor academic performance in early grades due to systemic mechanisms that allow progression regardless of learning outcomes. Research identified how educational policies and practices maintain this pattern of student movement through the system.
Comcast’s stock having best day in 18 years after plan to spin off NBCUniversal
Comcast announced plans to spin off NBCUniversal into a separate company, concluding a fifteen-year ownership period. The stock experienced its best performance in eighteen years following the announcement of this separation.