The U.S. House has approved the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act to limit federal funds to universities backing Israel boycotts, now facing a 60-vote hurdle in the Senate. This measure sparks debate over free speech, anti-boycott compliance, and academic freedom, with critics fearing it may curb expression on campuses.

Beyoncé celebrates the 20th anniversary of her B’Day album with a deluxe edition featuring a collaboration with Selena Quintanilla on 'Irreemplazable (Como La Flor).' The release, approved by Selena's estate, includes remastered visuals and new tracks, honoring the album's original live-instrumentation and visual storytelling.

Adley Rutschman returns to Baltimore as a Red Sox player, stirring emotions with a leadoff homer at Camden Yards against his former Orioles team. Both teams navigate injury challenges and lineup changes, affecting game strategies and predictions for the series.

Mail voting expands nationwide despite President Trump’s executive order aiming to restrict it, as legal challenges delay full enforcement. States like North Carolina and Alabama push forward, with ballots for military and overseas voters set to be mailed by mid-September, amidst concerns over procedural changes impacting election outcomes.

Volkswagen plans to cut 100,000 jobs by 2030 to address global market challenges and improve efficiency, impacting about 15% of its workforce. This restructuring, influenced by US tariffs and competition from China, may lead to repurposing some German plants, though no closures are confirmed.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame is overhauling its voting process for the Class of 2027, reducing voters from 50 to 28 and requiring in-person final meetings to boost integrity. Changes also include eliminating the Seniors category and revising contributor criteria, aiming to streamline the process amid the ongoing Bill Belichick scrutiny, potentially impacting veteran candidates like Ken and Willie Anderson.

The New York Jets are considering adding quarterbacks Will Levis and Jack Plummer to bolster their roster. Levis, a former Titans pick, could face his old team if he joins the Jets' practice squad.

Sony has unveiled 'Until Dawn 2' for PlayStation 5, a horror game where player choices shape the fate of a ghost-hunting crew on Akishima Island. Set for early 2026 amidst major game releases, this standalone experience introduces new characters and improved animation.

Brayan Rocchio's grand slam and walk-off homer powered the Cleveland Guardians to a 7-6 victory over the Detroit Tigers, solidifying their wild-card position. Managerial reactions highlighted Cleveland's playoff push and Detroit's bullpen struggles.

G42, an Abu Dhabi AI firm, is exploring a shift to majority-American ownership to maintain access to Nvidia chips beyond 2027. This move aligns with broader UAE-US strategic discussions and aims to address export control and security concerns given G42's ties with UAE leadership.