Of course Hollywood is dying. It’s been dying for nearly 80 years – The Irish Times
“I am big. It’s the pictures that got small.” When Norma Desmond delivered that line in Billy Wilder’s…
Company creates plastic from sugar to help solve microplastics problem
WOBURN, Mass. (AP) — At a Massachusetts lab, pebble-sized pellets are transformed into forks and films that won’t…
CNBC Daily Open: Markets caught between oil jitters and AI optimism
Gas prices are displayed at a Valero gas station on July 21, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Brandon Bell…
Thorne claims first NSF Certified for Sport milestone for prenatal with bioactive folate
The company said the certification adds banned substance screening to its existing quality assurance program while leaving the…
OpenAI Astra model raises cyberattack concerns
OpenAI has halted some “internal activities” involving a new model amid fears over the cyber threat it potentially…
From America to Dún Laoghaire: ‘Gun violence in US schools is something we thought about a lot’ – The Irish Times
“I was a shy person. I’m still not someone who likes a lot of attention. Emotionally, on the…
Iran says Strait of Hormuz deal is ‘very close’ but will not free up waterway by itself – The Irish Times
Iran said on Saturday that a deal with Oman on control of the Strait of Hormuz was close…
New books for August – Alan Opts Out, Small Town Girls: A Writer’s Memoir and Four Terrible Parents – The Irish Times
Alan Opts Out by Courtney MaumJohn Murray, 342pp, £20 American Maum used to work in marketing, driving around…
The Weekly Bottom Line: Stocks Hit All-Time Highs Amid Mixed Economic Data
Our summary of recent economic events and what to expect in the weeks ahead. Canadian Highlights Canadian employment…
United States beat Ireland to lift Aga Khan trophy in centenary of Nations’ Cup – The Irish Times
The United States have lifted the Aga Khan Trophy for the ninth time in their history as Ireland…
US labour market sheds jobs in July as labour force participation slumps | Business and Economy News
The United States labour market lost 23,000 jobs in July, with major declines across several sectors, including education,…
China’s exports growth beats estimates in July, as AI-driven shipments surge
SHENZHEN, CHINA – MAY 1: The Chinese national flag is seen in front of stacked shipping containers bearing…