➤ U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed "serious concerns" about Nicolas Maduro's apparent victory in Venezuela's presidential election, questioning whether the votes were counted fairly and transparently. (More) 

➤ The Biden administration announced Monday that it will send $200 million in air defenses and other weapons to Ukraine, in addition to a $1.5 billion commitment to support the country’s long-term defense. (More)  

➤ Former President Trump has agreed to an interview with the FBI as part of its probe into the attempted assassination of him earlier this month, the agency announced on Monday. (More)  

➤ Congress passed a proposal requiring the federal government to purchase flags made entirely in the U.S., banning imported flags to support American jobs and manufacturers. (More)  

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➤ Miami Marlins rookie Xavier Edwards hit for the cycle on Sunday. Edwards hit his first career home run in the first inning of the game. (See video) 

➤ NBA champion Jayson Tatum didn’t play in Team USA basketball’s Olympic debut against Serbia. "I just went to the combinations that I felt made the most sense,” said coach Steve Kerr. (More) 

➤ NFL coaches will be required to participate in live interviews during games this season, a change from previous years when it was optional. (More) 

➤ Yesterday's Results: MLB 

U.S. mountain biker Haley Batten was fined $565 for breaking a rule during the race’s final lap on Sunday, winning the silver medal and posting the best finish by an American in the event. (More)  

Canadian soccer officials have appealed a FIFA decision to ban three members of the women’s team coaching staff and dock the team Olympic points for allegedly using a drone to spy on New Zealand’s practices. (More)  

What to watch today: The U.S. women’s gymnastics team competes for gold at today’s finals, while swimming will award medals in the men’s 800m freestyle and 4X200m freestyle relay and the women’s 100m backstroke. (See Full Schedule of Events)  

Paris 2024 Results: Events | Medals 

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Daily Market Report   07/29/2024

➤ Big Stock Move: Chiba Bank's stock rose 18.63% following news of an increased dividend payment set for December 5, yielding 2.6%. (More)

➤ A security flaw in Google Workspace exposed thousands of accounts to hackers. Google claims it affected a few accounts in June, but users report earlier incidents. (See Details)

➤ McDonald's Q2 earnings missed estimates as consumers cut back on their spending due to high prices. The company is now focusing on value meals to attract customers. (See Details)

➤ Krispy Kreme will offer $1 doughnuts this Wednesday to celebrate the Olympics, along with new themed collections. (More)

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➤ Elon Musk shared an AI-generated parody ad on X Friday that mimicked Vice President Kamala Harris's voice, highlighting concerns about AI's potential to spread misinformation. (More)

➤ The Food and Drug Administration authorized a new type of blood test for colon cancer screening, which offers a non-invasive alternative to colonoscopies for adults 45 and older. (See Details)

➤ Blue light from devices may affect skin pigmentation and collagen, potentially causing dark spots and wrinkles. Sleep disruption is also a major concern, scientists say. (More)

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➤ Time Magazine revealed its list of the World's Greatest Places 2024, showcasing must-visit destinations around the globe, from bustling cities to serene landscapes. (See Places)

➤ Italy revived vintage train routes, offering tourists a ride on train carriages dating back to the 1930s-1950s. The scenic journeys showcase hidden parts of the country's culture. (See Photos)

➤ Flight attendants share seven tips for staying healthy while traveling, including sleep, hydration, diet, exercise, jet lag management, and immune system support. (See Tips)

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➤ A swarm of dragonflies invaded a Rhode Island beach on Saturday, causing children to scream and insects to buzz around umbrellas, chairs, and faces. (See Video)  

➤ The iconic gold bikini-style costume made famous by Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" blockbuster "Return of the Jedi" was sold for $175,000 at auction. (See Photo)  

➤ A 100,000-piece domino installation, crafted over 10 days by a team of artists, was toppled at Washington D.C.’s National Building Museum, revealing intricate designs and structures. (See Video)

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