Travel
2026-08-03 06:00:56.199 • by
Adam Israel in
Travel
The author recounts a two-week, high-intensity walking trip across Tokyo and Kyoto, averaging 19,000 steps daily, made possible by the comfort and style of their Salomon XT-Whisper sneakers.
Finance
2026-08-03 06:00:56.163 • by
Abigail Isaacson in
Finance
The US has launched an unprecedented coordinated effort with Japan to boost the struggling yen, which is nearing 40-year lows and severely impacting Japan's import-reliant economy. This marks a rare intervention by the Trump administration to stabilize a key ally's currency.
Politics
2026-08-03 06:00:56.118 • by
Alice Ibarra in
Politics
This article exposes how the Israel lobby has consistently swayed US foreign policy in the Middle East, often overriding presidential and expert advice, from Harry Truman's recognition of Israel to Joe Biden's recent actions in Gaza, shaping decisions against America's perceived national interests.
Culture
2026-08-02 18:00:55.679 • by
Alfred Ignacio in
Culture
The article dissects Sophie Cunningham's controversial rise to fame in the WNBA, arguing that she has become a symbol for conservative culture wars, leveraging anti-Black and anti-transgender sentiments, and her whiteness to gain endorsements and attention. It highlights how this shift, also involving figures like Caitlin Clark, reflects a broader political commodification within sports, creating deep fractures within the league and challenging its traditional rebellious culture.