Web archive - July 12, 2024

World

China's June trade data shows rising exports but falling imports

Reuters poll of economists forecasted exports would grow 8.0% by value and imports would rise 2.8%

Entertainment

Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast moves to Wondery

Amazon's Wondery secures exclusive deal with Dax Shepard's popular podcast, Armchair Expert.

World

Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis kills seven Palestinians

The airstrike also injured several others, with casualties transported to the Nasser Governmental Hospital.

Health

UK whooping cough outbreak claims lives of nine infants

Over half of those infected are people aged 15 or older, according to the UK Health Security Agency.

World

South Korean president Yoon's approval rating drops to 25%

Support for the ruling conservative People Power Party increased by 2 percentage points to 35%.

World

Modi's Russia visit highlights India's geopolitical balancing act

India has refused Western entreaties to condemn the Ukraine war, focusing instead on respecting international law.

Entertainment

Sabrina Carpenter discusses the humor behind her lyrics and success of hit song "Espresso"

Espresso hit No.3 on the Billboard Hot 100 since its release

Entertainment

Watch Shelley Duvall open up about her final role on The Forest Hills set at 75

Duvall passed away peacefully at her residence in Blanco, Texas, as confirmed by her partner, Dan Gilroy.

World

US plans new weapons shipment to Israel in coming days

Since the start of the Israeli war on Gaza, the US has provided Israel with large quantities of weapons.

Entertainment

Scarlett Johansson reveals she 'blacked out' during Colin Jost's SNL joke swap with Michael Che

The actress confesses on The Kelly Clarkson Show that the annual sketch leaves her in a state of dread and disbelief.