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Venture capitalists in Silicon Valley are highly regarded for their role in funding startups and driving technological advancements. The endorsement of former President Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance by some prominent VCs caused a stir in the industry. In response, Vice President Kamala Harris gained support from hundreds of VCs, creating a notable divide within the community. Full Article

Billionaire spacewalker Jared Isaacman and his crew returned to Earth after a five-day trip aboard SpaceX's capsule, marking the highest journey since NASA's moonwalkers. The crew included two SpaceX engineers and a former Air Force Thunderbird pilot, successfully completing the first private spacewalk at an orbit of nearly 460 miles above Earth, splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico near Florida's Dry Tortugas. Full Article

Nine people were injured in central Israel as they rushed to shelters following air raid sirens triggered by a ballistic missile launched from Yemen that landed in an open field near Tel Aviv, according to the Israel Defense Forces. This incident marked the first sirens in months and included Ben Gurion international airport, where footage showed individuals seeking shelter. The airport has since resumed normal operations. Full Article

The death toll in Myanmar from flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon Yagi has risen to at least 74, with 89 people still missing, according to Myanmar's state television. Difficulties in gathering information have led to concerns that the actual number of casualties may be higher. The official death toll announced by the military government more than doubled from 33 to 74, with the typhoon also impacting Vietnam, northern Thailand, and Laos. Full Article

In June, two American astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, were supposed to spend eight days on the International Space Station (ISS) but their return was postponed until 2025 due to safety concerns with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. They are now living with nine other people in a space the size of a six-bedroom house, with Williams describing it as her "happy place" and Wilmore feeling "grateful" to be there. Despite being 400km above Earth,...

The New England Revolution suffered a 3-0 defeat to Orlando City, dealing a blow to their playoff aspirations. Despite aiming to spark a postseason push, the Revolution struggled to create scoring opportunities and fell short on the road. The loss adds pressure to New England's bid for a spot in the playoffs as they look to bounce back in their next match. Full Article