Global
'He did not deserve to die,' son of man fatally shot by ICE officer in Houston says
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers shot and killed a Mexican national during an incident in Houston on Tuesday, the agency said.
The date archive
2026-07-09
436 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Technology
'Heartbroken' Catherine Zeta-Jones leads tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler
The Welsh singer was known for hits including Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding on for a Hero.
California
'I'd rather my house burn down than get cancer': Two California communities fight to save their forests
A U.S. Forest Service plan to use glyphosate in a burned forest spurs a reckoning in Tahoe: How much should people do to bring forests back?
California
'Little House on the Prairie' stays true to the spirit of the novel, if less so its letter
This series adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder's autobiographical novel departs from the text, expanding events and characters, and adds sentimental dialogue and some romance.
California
'Moana' debuted just 10 years ago. Why Disney is remaking it as a live-action movie
Ten years ago, Disney released its animated "Moana" to box office success. Can a new live-action remake revive the film's popularity?
Technology
'The Pitt' leads with 25 Emmy nominations and 'Hacks' breaks record for comedies with 24
“The Pitt” led all nominees with 25 in a dominant sophomore season, while “Hacks” led all comedies with a record-breaking 24 for its final season as the Emmy nominations were announced
Science
'They said it isn't real': Ebola rumours fuel attacks on health workers
False claims about Ebola are linked to attacks on treatment facilities, assaults on health workers and disruptions to burials.
California
'Total Eclipse of the Heart' and four other essential Bonnie Tyler songs
The raspy-voiced Welsh singer died Wednesday at 75. Here are her five of her best-known songs.
Culture
10 Tank-Top Outfits That Are Effortlessly Easy for Summer
We’re mapping out 10 tank-top outfits you can wear on repeat this summer, no matter where the day takes you. Re-create your favorite look now.
Culture
40 Thoughts I Had While Watching ‘The Five Star Weekend’
The concept of a grown widow’s friends from various life stages not knowing one another doesn't seem realistic, and other thoughts.
Culture
7 Best Eyebrow Tints for Fuller-Looking Natural Brows
The best eyebrow tints are easier to use than you think. Here, celebrity makeup artists explain what brow tinting is, how to do it yourself at home, and the best formulas to shop.
Markets
7-Eleven made $349 million from surge in gasoline prices in the U.S. last quarter
Convenience store operator 7-Eleven on Thursday disclosed a $349 million profit from the surge in gasoline prices during the last quarter, even as fewer Americans filled their tanks.
California
A Gaza father's desperate search for his son's body
A search for one man's remains underscores the staggering humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where thousands of bodies are trapped beneath millions of tons of rubble.
Technology
A huge trade just happened on the Nasdaq 100. Bulls are taking notice
Tech bulls may not have to wait much longer for fresh highs, if the single-biggest trade in the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF on Thursday is any indication.
Technology
A junior employee saved this company six figures using AI. Here’s how.
“Some of the best ideas can come from anywhere in the organization.”
Markets
AM Best Revises Outlook to Positive for Illinois’ National Group
AM Best has revised the outlook to positive from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICR of “a” (Excellent) of OMS National Insurance Company, …
Technology
Acclaimed Chilean Filmmaker Valeria Sarmiento Bids Farewell to Directing With Affecting Childhood Sexual Abuse Drama ‘Behind the Rain’
Renowned Chilean filmmaker Valeria Sarmiento has a long history of prodding at memory in her films. The veteran has directed more than 30 features addressing the situation of women in a patriarchal culture, having won awards at major festivals like San Sebastián and earning Golden Bear and Golden Lion nominations. Her latest interrogation of the […]
Technology
Actors from The Office reflect on 25-year legacy
The award-winning BBC sitcom is set in the offices of Slough paper merchant Wernham-Hogg.
Science
Acute Flaccid Myelitis Surveillance - United States, January 2020-December 2025
This report describes acute flaccid myelitis cases reported during 2020-2025.
Global
Africa secures $900 million in new clean cooking commitments
African countries have secured $900 million in new financial commitments to expand access to clean cooking
Global
After dramatic tiebreaker, Karolina Muchova ends Coco Gauff's run at Wimbledon
Muchova becomes the fourth Czech woman in the last six years to reach the final of the grass-court Grand Slam.
Culture
Ahead of His New Album, Finn Wolfhard Goes Record Shopping With Vogue
On Finn Wolfhard’s sophomore album, “Fire From The Hip,” the singer gets personal. “A lot of it was saying goodbye to different parts of my life,” says Wolfhard.
Technology
AirPods maker Luxshare slides over 5% in Hong Kong market debut
The company, which is already listed in Shenzhen, had priced shares in the IPO at 63.28 Hong Kong dollars apiece, raising HK$24.27 billion ($3.09 billion).
Technology
Alisa Bowen Exits as Disney+ President to Become CEO of Disney-Controlled Fubo TV Streamer
Alisa Bowen, who has served as president of Disney+ since September 2022, is leaving that role to become CEO of Fubo, the internet TV streaming service that is majority-owned by Disney. Fubo announced Thursday that its board of directors appointed Bowen as chief executive officer, effective as of July 10. She succeeds David Gandler, co-founder […]
Technology
All the Actors Who Earned Double 2026 Emmy Acting Noms: Jason Bateman, Colman Domingo, Laurie Metcalf, More
The nominations were revealed during a ceremony on Wednesday morning.
Technology
All the best looks from Paris Haute Couture Week 2026
Scorching temperatures in the French capital accompanied the hottest week in haute couture.
Technology
America's Top States for Business 2026: See the full rankings and where your state finished
CNBC's annual study puts all 50 states to the test across 138 metrics and 10 categories of competitiveness. These are America's Top States for Business.
Markets
Amwins and Dragoneer Consortium Reaffirm $5.3B Bid for Australia’s Steadfast
Australia’s Steadfast said on Thursday that Amwins Group and Dragoneer Investment had reaffirmed their takeover proposal valuing the insurance broker at A$7.7 billion ($5.34 billion), prompting a four-week extension of the exclusivity period. Here are some details: The consortium reaffirmed …
Technology
An Auction of Karl Lagerfeld Sketches Nets More Than 700,000 Euros
A caricature of Angela Merkel went for 23,040, almost 60 times its high estimate at the Sotheby's sale.
Global
An Irish citizen is sentenced to 14 years for killing a US tourist in Hungary
A Hungarian court has sentenced an Irish citizen to 14 years in prison for murdering an American tourist in Budapest in 2024
Global
An Italian region defies US pressure to end a Cuban doctors program
Cuban doctors are working in hospitals in Italy's Calabria region under a long-running program despite U.S. efforts to end it
Science
An Italian region defies US pressure to end a Cuban doctors program
Cuban doctors are working in hospitals in Italy's Calabria region under a long-running program despite U.S. efforts to end it
Technology
Anduril CEO says it's bad to IPO in ‘middle of a hype cycle’
Anduril recently hit a $61 billion valuation, becoming one of the most highly valued private tech companies.
Global
Andy Burnham's path to becoming prime minister
Labour MPs are about to start choosing Sir Keir Starmer's replacement after his resignation last month.
Culture
Angus & Julia Stone Announce U.S. Tour Dates
The Aussie singers and songwriters will perform fan faves and new cuts from their forthcoming album "Karaoke Bar."
Culture
Anya Taylor-Joy Has Cracked the Code on Heatwave Dressing
The summer uniform of Anya Taylor-Joy? A barely-there slip dress that’s ideal for even the hottest of days.
Culture
Appeals Court Denies President Trump’s Request to Restore Name to Kennedy Center
Three judges from a federal court of appeals said that President Trump had failed to prove that the arts complex would be “irreparably injured” by the removal.
Markets
Apple’s $30B Spend on Broadcom Chips Will Expand Colorado Factory
Apple plans to spend more than $30 billion as part of a chip-supply agreement reached earlier this week with Broadcom that will also see the chipmaker expand a factory in Colorado, the companies said on Wednesday. Broadcom disclosed on Monday …
Technology
Aritzia Reports Strong Q1 With 35.1% Comp Sales Jump as the Retailer’s Momentum Continues
The Vancouver-based fashion retailer has been steadily rolling out stores and gaining popularity with its “everyday luxury” philosophy.
Technology
Arkansas is America's Most Improved State in 2026 as workers move to Walmart's home for low costs, high quality of life
Arkansas is the Most Improved State for Business in CNBC's annual Top States rankings, as working-age adults are attracted by low costs and quality of life.
Culture
Artist sells garbage collected outside Taylor Swift's wedding
The cubes of trash artist Justin Gignac called "Pocket Garbage" were priced at $25 (£18) and $100 (£74), and sold out online.
Global
As diplomacy stalls, families worry Americans imprisoned by Iran are forgotten
As tensions with Iran continue to escalate, another issue that remains unresolved is the Americans still imprisoned there. U.S. officials say those cases remain part of ongoing diplomacy, but families worry their loved ones could be overshadowed by the broader crisis. Amna Nawaz reports.
Technology
AstraZeneca stock dives 9% after heart drug trial misses target
A late-stage clinical trial failed to miss its primary endpoint, U.K.'s laregst drugmaker said Thursday.
California
At 90, K Callan is loving her moment in the limelight with 'Widow's Bay': 'I've been really lucky'
K Callan has been acting most of her life, and her scene-stealing turn as Ruth in Apple TV's 'Widow's Bay' is just the latest moment of recognition in a long career.
Global
Australia agrees to sell uranium to India, ending a long stalemate
Australia has agreed to sell uranium to India for peaceful purposes
Technology
Auteurs and Showrunners Dominate Emmy Nominations in Writing and Directing Categories
Auteurs are out in force in this year’s writing and directing Emmy races and so are veteran pilot and episodic helmers. Female helmers had a big showing in noms for drama series, documentary and variety shows. As ever, the nominees in writing and directing categories for the annual Emmy derby are a bellwether for the […]
Markets
Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to 6.49%, pushing up homebuyers' borrowing costs
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate drew closer this week to 6.5%, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers
Global
Bangladesh relocates refugees after landslide kills at least 5 children
Authorities in Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh are using loudspeakers and a network of volunteers and community leaders to relocate people from risky areas to safety
Technology
Bape Loads Up Vans’ Oversized Knu Skool Sneaker With Its Most Iconic Symbols
Two colorways include a mismatched pair in pink, purple and green.
Global
Beat legend, ‘boy lover’: how should we reckon with Allen Ginsberg’s complex legacy?
As a series of star-studded events celebrates Ginsberg’s centennial, the keeper of his estate weighs the genius poetry – and provocative views – of the iconic writer In 1985 Allen Ginsberg sat his 17-year-old friend, an out gay man named Peter Hale, down and gave some advice: “Get a wife, settle down, and have kids.” At the time, Hale was enrolled in a summer program at Naropa University , a Buddhism-inspired college where Ginsberg, 59, ran the writing program. “He told me not to live the life of the itinerant poet going around heartbroken, forever unfulfilled,” Hale tells me via video call. Ginsberg was, in Hale’s words, “very much a traditionalist”. Continue reading...
Technology
Bendita Film Sales Boards Locarno-Bound ‘Donkey Princess,’ From ‘The Wolf House’ Directors León & Cociña (EXCLUSIVE)
Bendita Film Sales has acquired international sales rights to “Donkey Princess,” the latest feature from Chilean filmmaking duo Cristóbal León and Joaquín Cociña, which is set to world premiere in the main International Competition at the Locarno Film Festival. The deal renews Bendita’s relationship with León & Cociña after the Tenerife-based sales company handled “The […]
Culture
Benson Boone Is a ‘Wanted Man’ In Australia: Check His 2026 Tour Dates
The chart-topping U.S. pop artist will perform nine total concerts in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.
Technology
Best Horror of July 2026: ‘Evil Dead Burn,’ Nicolas Winding Refn Returns, a Bloodthirsty Pinocchio and More
Welcome to Horror Explorer, a curated column showcasing the month’s best movies, series, books and everything else spooky worth checking out. I’m William Earl, the executive digital director of Variety and the publication’s resident horror enthusiast. Please drop me a line at wearl@variety.comif there’s something I should check out for next month’s missive.
Global
Big fall in oil, gas and cargo ships taking US-backed Hormuz route after new strikes
Data shows a decline in the number of ships - many carrying oil and gas - going through the waterway after attacks this week.
Technology
Black Sabbath drummer explains wheelchair use
Bill Ward, 78, reveals he has used a wheelchair for about 18 months, but is not "ill or giving up".
Technology
Bonnie Tyler Dies at 75
The Welsh singer of “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and Footloose hit “Holding Out for a Hero” died after undergoing emergency intestinal surgery
Culture
Bonnie Tyler totally eclipsed her power-ballad peers, and created an astonishingly wide variety of pop
After hopping between country, disco and soft rock, Tyler found her groove with Jim Steinman-penned epics, shining through even the most overblown backing tracks • News: Bonnie Tyler, 80s pop legend known for Total Eclipse of the Heart and more, dies aged 75 • From Swansea clubs to worldwide fame: Bonnie Tyler – a life in pictures Bonnie Tyler had a peculiar career: two bursts of global success that seemed to have almost nothing to do with each other beyond the name that appeared on the records. Her first big British hits, 1976’s Lost in France and 1977’s It’s a Heartache, were superior examples of what writer Pete Paphides subsequently dubbed “medium wave pop”, the largely forgotten stuff that actually filled the charts and Radio One’s playlists at a time when reductive rock histories would have you believe the entire nation was gripped by punk. They were a little bit soft rock, a littl
Culture
Bonnie Tyler, 80s pop legend known for Total Eclipse of the Heart and more, dies aged 75
Welsh singer and Eurovision entrant’s other hits included Footloose soundtrack smash Holding Out for a Hero • Alexis Petridis on Bonnie Tyler: She totally eclipsed her power-ballad peers, and created an astonishingly wide variety of pop • From Swansea clubs to worldwide fame: Bonnie Tyler – a life in pictures Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer whose husky yet commanding voice made songs such as Total Eclipse of the Heart into 1980s classics, has died aged 75. A message on her Facebook page reads: “Bonnie’s family and team are heartbroken to announce that Bonnie unexpectedly passed away last night in hospital in Portugal as a result of the illness that she was being treated for.” Continue reading...
Technology
Bonnie Tyler, Eighties Pop Powerhouse Behind ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ Dead at 75
“Holding Out for a Hero” singer dies “in hospital in Portugal as a result of the illness that she was being treated for”
California
Bonnie Tyler, husky-voiced singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the husky-voiced powerhouse vocalist who delivered memorable and dramatic pop-rock songs including 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' in the 1980s, has died.
Culture
Bonnie Tyler, singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75
Tyler died in a hospital in Portugal, her family and team said in a statement.
Technology
Bonnie Tyler, the gravel-voiced star who sang her way into music history
The Welsh star known for songs including Total Eclipse of the Heart has died aged 75.
Culture
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75
Her iconic song, boosted by real eclipses, has over 1 billion streams.
Technology
Bonnie Tyler, ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ and ‘Holding Out for a Hero’ Singer, Dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh rock singer behind ’80s hits like “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and “Holding Out for a Hero,” died on Wednesday. She was 75. According to the BBC, a statement was shared on Tyler’s official website that reads: “Bonnie’s family and team are heartbroken to announce that Bonnie unexpectedly passed away last night […]
Technology
Boston Joins Suits Against Social Media Giants Alleging Harm to Students
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the city of Boston, on behalf of Boston Public Schools (BPS), has filed a lawsuit against Meta and other social media companies, including TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube, alleging that these platforms deliberately target minors with …
Culture
Boyz II Men Headlines 2026 Tour of Australia and New Zealand
Salt-N-Pepa and Bell Biv Devoe are joined on the bill for a '90s nostalgia trip.
Culture
Brian Potter, British songwriter behind hits for Glen Campbell, Take That and more, dies aged 87
Versatile Essex-born hitmaker known for Rhinestone Cowboy, It Only Takes a Minute and many more had been living with Alzheimer’s disease Brian Potter, one of the most versatile and successful British producers and songwriters of his generation, has died aged 87. He had been living with Alzheimer’s disease in recent years, his daughter told Billboard. Working with American songwriting partner Dennis Lambert, the Essex-born Potter was behind an astounding array of 1970s hits spanning pop, soul, soft rock, country and beyond. The best-known include Glen Campbell’s Rhinestone Cowboy, a US No 1 in 1975; It Only Takes a Minute, a barnstorming disco hit for Tavares and later Take That; Player’s super-smooth Baby Come Back, another US No 1; and Ain’t No Woman (Like the One I’ve Got), one of the biggest hits for soul-poppers the Four Tops. Continue reading...
Culture
Brian Potter, ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ Co-Producer & ’70s Hit Songwriter, Dies at 87
With partner Dennis Lambert, Potter scored Billboard hits for Glen Campbell, Player, Tavares, the Four Tops & more.
Markets
Brown & Riding Launches National Private Client Practice
Brown & Riding this week announced the launch of its new national Private Client Practice, a specialty practice area focused on affluent personal lines risks. The practice is led by Courtney Kerr, a seasoned private client professional, and backed by …
Technology
CAA Calls Out Meta For Making Its Muse AI Video and Photo Tool Opt-Out
"No one’s name, image, likeness, voice, or creative work should be used by any third party, including AI models, without clear, documented consent," the talent agency said in a statement Wednesday night.
Technology
CAA Slams Meta for Using Opt-Out Policy for AI Platform Muse Image, Which Can Create Content Using Public Instagram Accounts
CAA released a statement Wednesday night calling out the privacy risks of Meta’s new AI model Muse Image, which gives users the ability to create an AI photo of someone just by plugging in their public Instagram handle. The AI model operates on an opt-out policy, meaning users have to manually block access if they […]
California
California Bill to Let Insurers Use Driver Telematics Mulled by Legislature
A California bill to enable carriers to offer auto insurance discounts for good driving behavior is making its way through state Legislature. Assembly Bill 311 would amend the state’s bedrock insurance law, Proposition 103. The bill, the Consumer Driving Data …
California
California is running short on money. Should the state boost police and firefighter perks?
California police and fire unions are backing bills that would create new retirement benefits or raise pay. Lawmakers approved them overwhelmingly.
California
California ponders a fundamental question: Should voting be easier or harder?
This year offers a series of opportunities for Californians to consider their voting principles and whether they should enlarge or constrain participation.
California
California soccer fans sue StubHub after it fails to deliver expensive World Cup tickets
StubHub sued by soccer fans over World Cup tickets
California
Can CA afford to boost benefits for police and firefighters?
Three bills that would boost benefits and pay for California police officers and firefighters are wending their way through the Legislature with bipartisan support. But in a limited state budget year, their potentially high price tags might make them a tough sell to Gov. Gavin Newsom, reports CalMatters’ Adam Ashton. The Senate’s appropriations committee later […]
Markets
Can Walmart help the Fed harness real-time U.S. economic data? We’re about to find out.
The Federal Reserve named a former Walmart CEO to a task force to develop contemporaneous data on spending, inflation and growth.
Technology
Can this new combo air fryer really replace three kitchen appliances? I tested to find out
I tested Magnifique’s nontoxic, multitasking device in my apartment for three weeks. Here are my thoughts The 10 best toaster ovens in the US – tested and reviewed Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things The combo kitchen appliance is not new. Look no further than the popularity of multicookers such as the Instant Pot, or Ninja’s array of devices that vow to do everything but eat your food for you. But, for the most part, these concentrate on quick pressure cooking and slow braising. With 12 cooking modes, the new Magnifique Combo Air Fryer wants to be a little something for every home cook: an air fryer, slow cooker , rice cooker , steamer and more. Oh, and it’s nontoxic , too. Unlike its closest brethren, the Ninja Foodi , it is crafted solely from glass and stainless steel with no Pfas and no Teflon. Skip to the final verdict: is the Magn
Culture
Can ‘The Odyssey’ Help Me Find My Purpose? I Went to Greece to Find Out
As The Odyssey prepares to dominate cinemas this summer, Chloé Burcham traveled to Greece to experience a wellness retreat inspired by Homer’s epic—and discovers a timely lesson about modern life.
Markets
Canada's Carney defends his visit to Saudi Arabia and slams criticism from afar
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is defending his decision to visit Saudi Arabia despite its poor human rights record
Technology
Charlize Theron’s Dior Boots Were Made for Walking in Paris
"The Odyssey" actress donned a complete look from Dior's fall 2026 collection.
Technology
China consumer price growth weakens in June while producer inflation rises to near 4-year high
Investors increasingly view China's two-speed growth with robust export and tepid domestic demand as a defining long-term feature of the Chinese economy.
Markets
China’s passenger car exports are up 80% in June as EV demand grows
China has reported its exports of passenger cars surged 80% in June from a year earlier, while domestic sales sank 26%, according to an industry group
Technology
Cinetic Media Swoops on North American Sales Rights to ‘Manhunt,’ a Locarno Main Competition Contender (EXCLUSIVE)
Cinetic Media has acquired North America sales rights to “Manhunt,” which will world premiere in main competition at Locarno, competing for its top Golden Leopard.   In a parallel move, Aspect Ratio has taken international sales rights to “Manhunt,” which marks the sophomore feature from Wayne Wapeemukwa whose “Luk’Luk’I” won best Canadian first film at […]
Culture
Co-Conspirators Sentenced to 3 Years and Over 11 Years in Prison for Defrauding Thousands of Investors
A Nevada man and a Canadian and British national were sentenced today to 36 months in prison and three years of supervised release, and 136 months in prison and three years of supervised release, respectively, for participating in a scheme to defraud thousands of investors of tens of millions of dollars between 2018 and 2022.
Markets
Coffee Trader Seeks to Shield More Vietnam Growers With its Specialty Weather Cover
Major coffee trader ECOM Agroindustrial Corp. is pushing for a fivefold increase in the number of growers covered by its specialty weather insurance in Vietnam, where the industry depends on thousands of smallholder farmers increasingly exposed to climate risk. The …
Markets
Command Investigations Acquires CoventBridge Insurance Division
Two Florida-based heavyweights in insurance investigations have merged part of their operations, creating what they say is now the largest insurance fraud investigation firm in the country. Command Investigations, based in Lake Mary, Florida, with 900 investigators across all U.S. …
California
Commentary: The creator of 'Little House on the Prairie' isn't worried about being called 'woke'
Rebecca Sonnenshine has wanted to make an adaptation of the "Little House" books ever since she was a child. Her Netflix series adheres to them while adding historical context.
Markets
Companies Must Address Self-Driving Car Interference With Emergency Vehicles
The head of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said July 8 that self-driving car companies must quickly address a “clear pattern” of driverless vehicles interfering with law enforcement and other first responders. Jonathan Morrison, who heads the U.S. …
Technology
Curiosity Sees Martian Sulfur Up Close
This close-up view shows fragments of sulfur crystals — the first ever seen on the Red Planet. The crystals were found after NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover happened to drive over a rock and crush it on May 30, 2024. Several days later, Curiosity used a camera on the end of its robotic arm to take […]
Technology
DJ Khaled Injects His Distinct ‘Flavor’ Into MCM Collab
The producer — and avid golfer — codesigned a collection of bags, apparel and accessories with a colorful twist.
Culture
DJ Quik Says His Son ‘Made a Mistake’ Following Murder Conviction, Pleads With Fans to Stop Asking About It
David Marvin Blake, Jr. was sentenced to 15 years to life for his part in a 2022 shooting that killed 33-year-old Julio Moises Cardoza Jr.
News
Death toll from Tropical Storm Maysak in southern China jumps to 39
Death toll from Tropical Storm Maysak in southern China jumps to 39
Global
Death toll from Tropical Storm Maysak in southern China jumps to 39
Death toll from Tropical Storm Maysak in southern China jumps to 39
Technology
Deere Settles Lawsuit by FTC, States Over Equipment Repair Restrictions
Deere agreed on July 8 to settle a lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission and five U.S. states accusing the farm equipment maker of illegally requiring farmers to use its network of authorized dealers for repairs, rather than use independent …
News
Democratic socialist Francesca Hong tests how far left voters will go in battleground Wisconsin
Over the last month, Democratic socialists have notched victories in the liberal strongholds of New York City, Washington, D.C., and Denver.
Technology
Denim Street Style Trends From Paris Men’s Fashion Week
Hot weather called for stripped-down looks.
Technology
Disney Entertainment TV Chairman Debra OConnell on Emmy Noms, Recognition for ‘Dancing With the Stars’ and the New FX/Hulu Setup
Four months after she was elevated to chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, Debra OConnell experienced her first Emmy nominations morning in the new gig — and it was a good one for the exec. The Walt Disney Company scored a total of 125 nominations at the 78th Emmy Awards — including 46 for ABC (the […]
California
Does crowning California’s governor the education czar mean academic results will improve?
Lawmakers just passed a bill that would let the next governor pick the state's schools chief, in place of the state school leader voters elect.
Technology
Drug mules carrying cannabis from Thailand face tougher penalties
The National Crime Agency and Thai authorities have launched a crackdown on drug smugglers.
Technology
Duchess Sophie makes The Archers cameo appearance
Sophie headed to Birmingham to record with the Ambridge regulars for Thursday's episode.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: GHD Launches Sculpt, Its First AI Styling Tool That Adjusts to Hair Temperature, With Zero Damage
GHD's first consumer-facing AI styling tool reads hair temperature nearly 3,000 times a second.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Hermès Sets Date for First Haute Couture Runway Show
Nadège Vanhée, artistic director of women’s ready-to-wear, will present her first made-to-measure collection during Paris Couture Week in January.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Louis Vuitton’s Fall Campaign Looks to Space
Pharrell Williams, creative director of menswear at Louis Vuitton, narrates a short film that brings to mind the cult classic "The Right Stuff."
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Marine Serre Seeks Investor Amid Financial Restructuring
The company has gone into receivership, impacted by client defaults and ongoing geopolitical turmoil.
Technology
Eberjey x The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Ready to Set Sail
The three-piece offering is the first sleepwear collaboration for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
Global
Ebola death toll in Congo tops 600. New cases also suspected in previously unaffected provinces
According to the Congolese health ministry, suspected cases have now been recorded in the provinces of Tshopo and Haut-Uele, signaling the continued spread of the disease beyond the epicenter in Ituri.
Science
Ebola deaths in Congo reach 600; new cases suspected in previously unaffected area
New suspected Ebola cases have been reported in previously unaffected parts of Congo, according to the government
Culture
Ed Sheeran Visits Team England’s Camp Amid 2026 World Cup: ‘Anyone Can Win, And I Think It’ll Be Us’
The pop star has been visiting Team England's camp since 2021.
Culture
Egyptian Archeologists Discover ‘Golden Tongues’ Inside Sealed Tombs at Ancient Coastal City
The most recent discovery offers fresh insights into Marina el-Alamein, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient settlements
Technology
England’s World Cup Victory Over Mexico Draws Nearly 45 Million Viewers for Fox Sports, Telemundo and Peacock
England’s upset victory over Mexico to advance to the World Cup quarterfinals delivered nearly 45 million viewers on Sunday night across Fox Sports and the viewers for the Spanish-language telecast on Telemundo and Peacock. Fox Sports grabbed 21.7 million viewers for its telecast of England-Mexico, while Telemundo and Peacock saw an even bigger crowd, 23.2 […]
Culture
Eslabon Armado’s ‘NOCTURNO’ Scores Double Top 10 Billboard Entries
The set arrives at No. 8 on Top Latin Albums and No. 5 on Regional Mexican Albums charts.
Culture
Eswatini receives 11 people deported from the US as part of migration crackdown
Eswatini has accepted a fourth group of people deported from the United States under a bilateral agreement
Global
Ex-Olympian pleads not guilty to Reflecting Pool vandalism charges
A former US Olympian canoeist denies accusations that he deliberately damaged the lining of the refurbished Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Global
Factory fire kills at least 28 in China's 'shoe capital'
Footage shows huge flames rising from a building and thick, black smoke rising into the sky.
Culture
Fall 2026 Couture Week Gave Us the Best Wedding Fashion Inspiration
The runways of Fall 2026 Couture Week featured plenty of wedding-ready looks for brides, grooms, and marriers hoping to wear works of art down the aisle.
News
Family demands an independent probe after ICE officer fatally shoots a man in Houston
The son of a Mexican national fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston says he was a hardworking father who had been working toward a work permit after 35 years in the U.S. Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was driving to a constr...
Markets
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with TS Banking Group, Inc. and TS Contrarian Bancshares, Inc.
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with TS Banking Group, Inc. and TS Contrarian Bancshares, Inc.
Markets
Federal Reserve announces the leadership and objectives of its task forces to advance the conduct of monetary policy
Federal Reserve announces the leadership and objectives of its task forces to advance the conduct of monetary policy
Technology
Fendi Fall 2026 Couture: Craft at Work
For her first couture show at the Italian brand, Maria Grazia Chiuri presented designs that were a marvel of intarsia, laces and embroideries, a testimony of the exquisite manual skills of the Fendi artisans.
Technology
Fidji Simo steps down from leading OpenAI’s AGI work due to illness
OpenAI's Fidji Simo is departing her full-time role as the company's AGI chief and is transitioning to being a "part-time advisor," she said on X. The news follows Simo's original announcement in April that she would take a few weeks of medical leave due to a neuroimmune condition, shortly after she had taken on the […] OpenAI's Fidji Simo is departing her full-time role as the company's AGI chief and is transitioning to being a "part-time advisor," she said on X . The news follows Simo's original announcement in April that she would take a few weeks of medical leave due to a neuroimmune condition, shortly after she had taken on the AGI chief title. (She had formerly been the company's CEO of applications). Around the same time, COO Brad Lightcap also stepped down from his role to focus on "special projects," and OpenAI CMO Kate Rouch also stepped down in order to focus on her heal
Technology
Fidji Simo, OpenAI’s No. 2 Executive, to Step Down to Focus on Recovery From Chronic Illness
Fidji Simo, OpenAI’s CEO of artificial general intelligence deployment and the company’s No. 2 executive, will step down from her full-time role following a three-month medical leave, she said in a note on X on Thursday. “Three months ago, I had to go on medical leave after a severe exacerbation of a chronic illness I’ve […]
Global
Fire at a shoe factory kills 28 in one of China's deadliest blazes in recent years
A fire has broken out at a shoe factory in China's Fujian province, killing 28 people
Global
Flooding in southern China has killed 39 people
Authorities in southern China say that 39 people have died in flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak
Culture
Florida Ransomware Negotiator Who Extorted and Attacked Multiple U.S. Victims Sentenced to Prison
Angelo Martino, 41, of Land O’Lakes, Florida, formerly employed as a ransomware negotiator, was sentenced today to 70 months for his role in conspiring with Blackcat/ALPHV (BlackCat) actors to extort multiple victims, as well as conspiring with other former cybersecurity professionals to attack additional victims in 2023.
Technology
Florida's Palm Beach airport renamed for Trump
Palm Beach International Airport is now called President Donald J. Trump International Airport, the FAA said Thursday.
Markets
Former Bucknell University Coach Charged in Death of Freshman Football Player
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University was charged Monday in the death of a football player who collapsed during training, according to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s office. Calvin “CJ” Dickey Jr. was a freshman training in July …
Markets
Former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Reece Weaver buys $750,000 home in Alabama after sudden exit from squad
Netflix sensation and Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders darling Reece Weaver has already turned the page on her time with the team—and planted new roots in the state of Alabama
News
Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case
A former Olympic canoe racer has pleaded not guilty to deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
News
Former Olympic canoe racer pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case
David Hearn, who competed in three Summer Olympics, entered the plea on Thursday in D.C. Superior Court.
Culture
France beats Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Kylian Mbappé had a goal and an assist after missing a first-half penalty kick, Ousmane Dembélé also scored and France beat Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Global
France national team uses ICE deportation planes for World Cup travel
The plane that French team used after match with Paraguay flew 44 deportation-related flights this year alone The French men’s national soccer team, whose star Kylian Mbappé is one of the world’s most outspoken athletes against far-right politicians, has been using a charter airplane company that is at the heart of the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign. Images of the team posted on social media and flight tracking data show the French team have used Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) for at least three domestic flights between their World Cup games and base camp in Boston. That same airline charter company has operated more than half of ICE’s removal flights in 2024 and 2025. Continue reading...
Culture
Francesco Scognamiglio Fall 2026 Couture
Francesco Scognamiglio Fall 2026 Couture
Culture
From Greek epics to biblical blockbusters: the 20 best mythological movies – ranked!
Ahead of the release of Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey, we rate the top films based on myths, legends and fables Featuring the young Henry Cavill as a Theseus who barely gets near a labyrinth, this Hellenic “reimagination” bags precious little deep mythological significance. But visuals ace Tarsem Singh at least gives it a strikingly theatrical and oppressive look. Unforgettable images include the Titans locked into their magical prison like ranks of table-football players, the sotto in su vision of the warring gods at the end and the campest Mount Olympus in cinema – like a gleaming Siegfried and Roy Vegas set. Continue reading...
Culture
From €300,000 Tabis to Barbie Clothes: Inside the Sale of Martin Margiela’s Personal Archive
The sale marked the first time a living designer partnered with an auction house to bid off his personal collection.
Culture
Frump well and truly dumped: M&S to celebrate 100 years at London fashion week
Reputation for frumpiness is over as M&S wins over younger audience with shows at Silverstone, Ibiza and now LFW This autumn’s London fashion week boasts plenty of familiar labels, from Burberry to Alexander McQueen, ready to show off their wares. But on Wednesday there was an unexpected addition: Marks & Spencer is joining the luxury lineup. The British high-street retailer will celebrate its 100th anniversary in the fashion industry by staging a catwalk show in September highlighting its latest women’s and menswear collections. Continue reading...
Culture
Furore in Nigeria over fake federal agency set up in government HQ
President orders investigation after fictitious body given funding, triggering renewed scrutiny of alleged corruption A fictitious federal entity that was allocated 1.3bn naira (£700,000) in Nigeria’s 2026 budget has precipitated a political storm in Africa’s largest democracy in the run-up to a general election set for January. The fake agency came to light last October when Femi Gbajabiamila, the president’s chief of staff, wrote to the police alleging that his signature, along with official seals and reference numbers, had been forged by Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, who was claiming to have been appointed by the presidency to head the presidential foreign intervention promotion council (PFIPC). Continue reading...
Culture
Future Reveals ‘The Real Me’ Cover Art & Track List: ‘Who U Think Featured on My Album’
The Real Me arrives Friday.
Technology
George Condo Returns to Hauser & Wirth, Painting Illuminates Shakespeare’s Rebellious Politics, and More: Morning Links for July 9, 2026
Here’s what we’re reading this morning.
Technology
George Lucas’ New L.A. Museum Will Offer Free Access to Neighbors
The billion-dollar new cultural institution resides in a low-income neighborhood, where a quarter of the population lives below the poverty line.
Global
Germany reaches deal with US to buy long-range Tomahawk missiles, Merz says
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced a deal with the United States to buy American-made Tomahawk cruise missiles and station them in Germany
Technology
Goldman Sachs wins $70 billion in asset management deals with Verizon, Lockheed Martin
Competition in the multitrillion-dollar market for retirement assets is fierce among managers such as Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, Russell Investments and Mercer.
Technology
Google will now tell you if an ad was made with AI
You can see if ads on Google Search, Google Discover, and YouTube were made or edited using AI from a new section in Google's "My Ad Center," as reported earlier by TechCrunch. The update, announced on Thursday, adds a "created or edited with AI" label under the "how this ad was made" tab. Users can […] You can see if ads on Google Search, Google Discover, and YouTube were made or edited using AI from a new section in Google's "My Ad Center," as reported earlier by TechCrunch . The update, announced on Thursday, adds a "created or edited with AI" label under the "how this ad was made" tab. Users can find it by tapping the three dots or info button on ads, which pulls up the same panel where you can also block or report ads. Google says it will automatically apply the AI label to any ads made with its own generative AI advertising tools, but AI ads made elsewhere will need to have t
Technology
Google’s Nest Thermostat has hit its best price of the year
If you’re looking for a relatively affordable way to cut down on cooling costs, Google’s Nest Thermostat can help. It’s packed with smart controls and energy-saving features, and right now it’s on sale in white for $79 ($50 off), which is its best price of the year, at Amazon.  The smart thermostat is quick to […] Google’s 2020 Nest Thermostat is $50 off. | Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge If you’re looking for a relatively affordable way to cut down on cooling costs, Google’s Nest Thermostat can help. It’s packed with smart controls and energy-saving features, and right now it’s on sale in white for $79 ($50 off), which is its best price of the year, at Amazon . Google Nest Thermostat Where to Buy: $129.99 $79 at Amazon The smart thermostat is quick to install and makes it easy to adjust your home’s temperature whether you’re relaxing
California
Governor Newsom announces appointments 7.8.2026
Governor Newsom announces appointments 7.8.2026
California
Governor Newsom signs historic investments to bolster support for special education
Source
Technology
Graham Linehan receives settlement from Met over online post arrest
The comedian was arrested at Heathrow Airport in September 2025 and was subsequently taken to hospital.
Global
Graham Platner debacle puts Democrats in grave danger of blowing it in the midterms
The meltdown in Maine’s Senate race risks the Democrats’ opportunity to turn Trump into a lame duck president. Two years ago Democrats had one job: stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House. It was the only thing that mattered, but with breathtaking political malpractice, they imploded. This November Democrats have two jobs: win the House of Representatives and win the Senate to turn Trump into a lame duck president for his final two years. But once again the party, fond of warning that the stakes are existential, is in grave danger of blowing it. Continue reading...
Technology
Graham Platner says he'll withdraw from Senate race in Maine
Platner stressed that his decision was not an admission of guilt.
Technology
Greek F-16 fighter jet crash-lands at busy Zakynthos airport
The runway is closed after the jet reportedly landed without deploying its landing gear before bursting into flames.
Technology
Hailey Bieber Has Swapped Pilates For A Different Kind Of Strength Training
The Rhode founder shared a snap from her strength training session with two unique accessories.
News
Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Dems must decide if that's enough to win the Senate
Holding Michigan's Senate seat is essential to any Democratic path back to the Senate majority this fall.
Culture
Hauser & Wirth Cleared by UK Judge of Breaching Russia Sanctions with Sale of a George Condo Artwork
Prosecutors had argued that the buyer was based in Russia, but the defense said he had renounced his Russian citizenship.
Science
Heat health alerts extended as record for most 34C days in a year broken
Almost all of England is under amber alerts for likely disruption to health services and travel.
Global
Hermanos Gutiérrez perform 'Los Ojos del Cóndor' and reveal inspiration for new album
The music of Hermanos Gutiérrez carries listeners across imagined landscapes, blending Latin, surf rock, folk and cinematic Western sounds into new instrumental journeys. Now the brothers are turning their gaze homeward, drawing on the traditions of their family's roots in Ecuador and Peru. Geoff Bennett sat down with Estevan and Alejandro Gutiérrez for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
Markets
Higher gas prices aren’t the only way rising tensions with Iran will hit home
Wall Street expects President Donald Trump’s call that the Iran cease-fire is over will hurt airlines and home builders more than it will help oil companies.
Markets
Home prices hit new all-time high, deepening affordability woes
Home prices continue to climb even as buyers retreat from the market, according to fresh data from the National Association of Realtors.
Markets
Honda’s Insurance Agency Operations Stall, Services ‘Paused’
About a year after launching, Honda Insurance Solutions is no longer in operation. Editor’s Note: Updated late July 9 to include a statement from American Honda Finance Corporation (AHFC). Started as a licensed insurance agency for Honda and Acura owners …
Technology
Hong Sang-soo, Albert Serra, Vincent Grashaw Films Set for Locarno Lineup
New movies from Nelson Yeo and Erin Vassilopoulos and films starring Isabelle Huppert, Monica Bellucci and Caleb Landry Jones, will also premiere at the Swiss fest, which touts "an adventurous selection, full of surprises, which tackles the challenges of the present."
Culture
Honolulu Museum of Art Appoints New Director
David Odo joins from the Georgia Museum of Art, where he is director and chief curator.
Markets
Hormuz Ship Insurance Demand Drops as Owners Get Nervous
London marine insurers have been seeing fewer inquiries for journeys to transit the Strait of Hormuz and some said the cost of cover had risen, in a sign of growing caution from shipowners as the US and Iran exchange attacks. …
Markets
Hormuz Ship Traffic Grinds to Near Halt After US, Iran Strikes
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz came to a near standstill on Thursday, after the US struck Iran for a second straight day as a fragile truce between the two sides looked increasingly shaky. Observable movements in the world’s most …
Technology
How Olivia Rodrigo Is Getting Back at the Trump Administration
After DHS officials used her song in a self-deportation ad, the pop star is turning fan outrage into festival-fueled voter turnout.
Technology
How all 50 U.S. states performed over 20 years of Top States for Business
Across 20 years of CNBC's America's Top States for Business rankings, some states have proven to be consistent winners, and others to be perennial dogs.
Science
How beachgoers are turning snaps into science
Scientists hope to learn more about the impact of climate change on coasts through people's photos.
Technology
How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
As summers in the UK get hotter, is it time for air conditioning to become a permanent feature in most homes?
News
How satire shaped American history
From Benjamin Franklin to The Onion, satire has long been a part of how Americans process politics and power. In this episode of "In Pursuit of Happiness," Judy Woodruff talks to Sophia McClennen of Penn State University and Joshua Johnson of The Onion about the history of satire and its relationship with news and democracy today.
Culture
How to Write a Fashion Résumé
The résumé is the basis of all job applications, but it’s often the most daunting. We spoke to career counselors, hiring managers, and recent applicants about the biggest challenges and misconceptions when it comes to writing a fashion résumé, and gathered their advice on how to do it well.
Global
How to protect your pets from the New World screwworm fly
Two New World screwworm cases in dogs are among more than 30 confirmed instances in Texas and New Mexico, prompting warnings Wednesday from veterinarians and humane societies that pet owners need to remain vigilant to protect their animals.
Global
Huge crowds in Mashhad as Iran's late supreme leader is buried
Ali Khamenei was buried at the Imam Reza shrine, Iran's holiest Shia Muslim site, ending six days of public mourning ceremonies.
Technology
If You See Black Sabbath’s Bill Ward in a Wheelchair, You Should Smile at Him: ‘I’m OK’
Drummer, 78, posted that he now uses a wheelchair to get around airports and long distances but that he’s doing just fine
Technology
Illinois Governor Signs AI Regulation Bill That Aims to Mitigate Risks
Gov. JB Pritzker signed artificial intelligence legislation modeled after similar bills in California and New York on Monday, furthering a push for a state-driven national framework in lieu of federal regulations. “Congress and the president ought to be passing similar …
Technology
In Britain, Europe, the USA, almost everywhere – maxxing the all-you-can-eat buffet is the people’s sport | Emma Brockes
As the all-inclusive holiday has a revival, I recall honing my buffet talents at the Pizza Hut salad bar in the 1980s. It's skill and science: exhilarating School’s almost out and the holidays are here, which means for millions of Britons we have arrived at the start line for what might be called our biggest annual event: Wimbledon and the World Cup are one thing, but the all-inclusive and all-you-can-eat buffet olympics remains, I would argue, this country’s strongest competitive sport. Arriving at Luton airport before dawn last year, my children walked past the bars and with the innocence of the American-born said, owl-eyed, “Are they drinking … alcohol?” They are, my darlings, and will continue to do so from first light in the terminal until the last coach leaves the resort. This is how it is now. Since Covid, vacation trends in Britain have skewed increasingly towards formalising thi
Technology
Inside NATO's extraordinary 48 hours that revealed Trump's grip on global diplomacy
Steve Sedgwick goes behind the scenes of NATO's dramatic 48 hours, where Trump's changing tone reshaped diplomacy and left allies guessing.
Technology
Instagram’s AI image generator alarms privacy experts
Instagram users should check privacy settings after rollout of new Meta AI image generator, advocates warn Meta has sparked blowback from privacy advocates for allowing its new AI image maker to generate photos of users with public profiles by default. Users of Meta’s Muse Image AI tool, released Tuesday, can tag public Instagram profiles and generate pictures that pull from faces of people featured in these social media posts. Instagram users are not notified when their posts are integrated into what the company describes as its “most advanced image generation model yet”. Continue reading...
Technology
InsuranceDekho Said to Pick Banks for $400 Million India IPO
Indian insurance aggregator InsuranceDekho’s parent has selected HSBC Holdings Plc, Morgan Stanley, ICICI Securities Ltd. and IIFL Capital Services Ltd. as advisers to a potential initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter. The offer from Girnar Insurance …
Markets
Interest rates may need to rise this year, says Bank of England economist
Chief economist at the Bank of England says slower growth and inflationary pressures mean rate rise needed
Global
Irish citizen sentenced to 14 years for killing a U.S. tourist in Hungary
The victim, 31-year-old Mackenzie Michalski from Portland, Oregon, was in Hungary on vacation and reported missing on Nov. 5, 2024, after she was last seen at a nightclub in central Budapest.
Culture
Is Sharing a Vape Our Era’s New Love Language?
Whether you love it or hate it (and there are many, many reasons to hate it), hitting the same vape has become a new metric for closeness.
Technology
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar Mocks Film Industry in Campaign Spot, Vows to Defund Anti-Israel Movies
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar has escalated his campaign against the country’s film industry with a new Likud primary spot that mocks Israeli filmmakers as anti-Israel profiteers and vows to redirect public funding away from films he says “blacken” Israeli soldiers. Zohar, a senior member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing Likud party, released the […]
Technology
JW Anderson Opens a Pop-up in Paris, a Prelude to Bigger Retail Moves in the City of Light
The three-month pop-up opens Thursday at 15 Rue du Louvre, and will offer fall 2026 men's and womenswear in addition to Jonathan Anderson's beloved home interiors objects and historic furniture.
Culture
Jack White: Frozen Charlotte review – brutal, squalid blues-rock that just about sells its own ridiculousness
(Third Man) Following the superb No Name, White continues his fan service with stripped back songs and nasty, anarchic riffs – though it all ends up feeling a little samey It’s a strange thing to say about one of the most prolific artists of his – or any – generation, but: Jack White has been undergoing something of a career renaissance of late. After firmly establishing himself as one of the most beloved and defining figures of 21st-century rock with his early-00s blues duo the White Stripes, White seemed to get bigger and bigger over the next decade-plus, releasing albums with well-liked side projects the Raconteurs and the Dead Weather, dropping a couple of fine solo albums, and helping spark the music industry’s vinyl revival with his label and pressing plant Third Man Records. But, at some point in the mid-2010s – around the release of his third solo album, 2018’s Boarding House Rea
Markets
Jackdaw boss warns of winter fuel shortage risk if gas field not approved
Adura says the UK government must approve North Sea production urgently to avoid domestic supply shortages.
Culture
Jadakiss Responds to 38 Spesh on Track With Fat Joe & Stove God Cooks: ‘Is This About a Verse or Is This About a Career?’
Fat Joe premiered a new track entitled "Aroma" on his Joe and Jada podcast with the help of DJ Khaled.
Culture
Jennifer Lawrence Declares This Bold Hue the Color of the Summer
Whether she’s pairing it with a bold, analogous color or a subtler, complementary hue, Jennifer Lawrence is all in on orange this summer.
Culture
Jonas Brothers Add Third Concert at Madison Square Garden Following ‘Unreal’ Demand
The MSG dates are all part of the JoBros’ The Burning Up Tour All Over Again , produced by Live Nation.
Technology
Joy Sunday Manifested Working With Jason Bateman, Then ‘DTF St. Louis’ Earned Her Her First Emmy Nomination
Sunday is nominated for best supporting actress for portraying Agent Jodie Plumb in the limited series, which scored 13 nominations overall.
News
Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging Tuberville's eligibility to run for Alabama governor
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit alleging U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville does not meet the residency requirement to run for governor of Alabama
News
Judge dismisses suit challenging Sen. Tuberville's eligibility to run for Alabama governor
A judge on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit alleging U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville does not meet the residency requirement to run for governor of Alabama.
Technology
June home sales disappoint as prices reach an all-time high
Home sales dropped in June month over month as mortgage rates remain stubbornly high. Prices hit an all-time high.
Culture
Justice Department Announces End to Illegal DEI Admissions Practices at Jersey City College Prep School
This week the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division and the Jersey City Board of Education (the “District”) entered a voluntary settlement agreement to end race and national origin discrimination in student admissions at Dr. Ronald E. McNair Academic High School, a college prep magnet school with a competitive admissions process. The settlement agreement resolves the Department’s investigation under Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
Culture
Justice Department Sues Maryland Over Sanctuary Policies
Today, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Maryland and Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown over the State’s sanctuary policies that interfere with the federal government’s enforcement of its immigration laws.
Technology
Justin Baldoni Breaks Silence on ‘It Ends With Us’ Legal Battle With Blake Lively: “So Many Painful Things”
His wife, Emily Baldoni, added that they've "had to wrestle with so many things" the last two years, "like how could something like this even happen? Let alone disguised as a fight for women."
Technology
Justin Baldoni Speaks Out on Blake Lively Legal Battle: ‘There Have Been so Many Painful Things That Have Been Spoken Into Existence’
Justin Baldoni and his wife, Emily, posted a video to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon in which they opened up about the legal battle with Blake Lively over the events surrounding the production of the 2024 drama film “It Ends with Us.” “We have not spoken publicly for the better part of the last two years, […]
Culture
K-Pop Stars Are Fueling the Rise of Vietnamese Fashion
More than just a manufacturing hub, Vietnam is undergoing a dynamic transformation, as its economy surges and a new guard of young fashion designers — bolstered by the support of girl groups like Blackpink, Aespa, and Katseye — take the global stage.
California
Kaiser nurses say technology is making their jobs — and patient care — worse
Call center nurses at the health giant said workplace surveillance tools and AI prioritize speed and cost savings over quality and safety.
Technology
Kay Kay Menon’s ‘Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya’ Sets July Prime Video Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Prime Video will premiere Hindi-language series “Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya” worldwide on July 24, unveiling a seven-episode comedy-drama led by Kay Kay Menon as a headmaster attempting to revive a failing school. “Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya” is directed by Himank Gaur and created and executive produced by Biswapati Sarkar and Sameer Saxena under their Posham Pa Pictures […]
Technology
Kevin Warsh names members of his Federal Reserve task forces, including Marc Andreessen, Doug McMillon
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh on Thursday released names of the experts who will comprise five task forces to examine the institution's operations.
Technology
Kylie Jenner’s Khy and Frankies Bikinis Reunite for Fever Dream Swimwear Collection
The collection drops July 14.
California
L.A. cardrooms applaud court ruling to allow blackjack
A San Francisco Superior Court judge struck down regulations that would ban cardrooms from offering blackjack in California.
Markets
LA uses World Cup to show off upgraded public transit and test plans to hold car-free Olympics
Los Angeles officials have urged fans to chose public transit over driving during the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Global
LGBTQ+ cruise ship refused entry to Egypt days after Turkey turned it away
Scarlet Lady’s 2,000 passengers told of change as one of those onboard says they will ‘sparkle and spend elsewhere’ An LGBTQ+ cruise ship blocked from Turkish waters this week has been refused entry into Egypt. The Scarlet Lady’s 2,000 passengers, including the Broadway performer Patti LuPone , woke on Thursday morning to find a note placed under their cabin doors informing them that the ship was urgently looking for alternative ports. Continue reading...
Culture
LGBTQ+ inclusion in film at a three-year low, Glaad survey suggests
The advocacy group’s study finds a decrease in queer people of color and zero trans characters in 2025 films LGBTQ+ characters are slowly disappearing from film in a trend that disproportionately affects LGBTQ+ characters of color, according to a report published today. An annual study of films by the LGBTQ+ advocacy organization Glaad has found that just 46 of 225 films released in 2025 contained LGBTQ+ characters, making only 20.4% of last year’s movies inclusive of the queer community. Continue reading...
Technology
Legionnaires’ outbreak rocks New York as experts warn of rising climate threat
Officials say climate crisis ‘worsening our exposure’ to bacteria as at least 28 people sickened in Manhattan A New York outbreak of legionnaires’ disease, a rare but severe form of pneumonia, highlights the microbe’s growing and disproportionate impacts in a warming climate. At least 28 people have been sickened in an outbreak on the Upper East Side, a wealthy neighborhood between Central Park and the East River in Manhattan. Health department officials, seeking to stop the outbreak, have sampled water from nearly 160 building cooling towers to test for the bacteria. Continue reading...
Markets
Levi’s is finding new ways to win customers — by looking toward tops and ‘denim luxury’
Jeans maker raises its full-year outlook for the second straight time, but shares fall after hours
Global
Library cards and faux copies - US man sentenced in elaborate theft of 17th Century Chinese literature
The man checked out rare manuscripts - many centuries old - from a California university and returned fakes in their place.
Markets
Life of Sizewell B extended by another 20 years
The power plant was due to reach the end of its life in 2035 but will now continue until 2055.
Technology
Listen to Four Tet’s Surprise New 🕈︎♓︎■︎♑︎♎︎♓︎■︎♑︎⬧︎ Album
The latest under the producer’s Wingdings moniker—which technically came out in June on limited-edition vinyl—is now available to stream
Technology
Little House on the Prairie-Core? Why Homespun Interiors Are Having A Moment
Thanks to Netflix’s new ‘Little House on the Prairie’ series, expect a new wave of interest in this aesthetic rooted in craftsmanship and simplicity.
Technology
Locarno Festival Announces ‘Adventurous’ Lineup Featuring Caleb Landry Jones, Isabelle Huppert, Hong Sang-soo and Monica Bellucci
Locarno has announced the full lineup for its 79th edition, featuring 103 world premieres. Artistic Director Giona A. Nazzaro called it “an adventurous selection, full of surprises, which tackles the challenges of the present without ever sacrificing the pleasures of storytelling and entertainment.”  Festival regular Hong Sang-soo will present “Nowhere to Lay My Eyes” and […]
Technology
Longtime On Exec Britt Olsen Exits, Company Splits Commercial Leadership Functions
The company has named a new chief global markets officer as well as a chief customer officer.
Technology
LoveShackFancy Talks Target Collaboration, Growth Strategy and the Art of Successful Partnerships
LoveShackFancy's Rebecca Hessel Cohen and Stacy Lilien discuss what makes a partnership thrive, expanding into new categories and building brand love across generations.
Technology
Low-e windows keep homes cool … but may set neighbours’ property on fire
Low-emissivity windows also keep houses warm in winter, but use on bowed glass can have magnifying-glass effect Low-emissivity or low-E window glass is a useful green technology for keeping buildings warm in winter and cool in summer … but a rare side-effect can set the neighbours’ property on fire. The glass is coated with a thin layer of metal or metal oxide which lets visible light through but acts like a mirror in the infrared. Heat from the interior is reflected back in, retaining warmth in winter, while unwanted solar radiation is repelled in summer. Continue reading...
California
Lucas Museum to give free annual passes to South L.A. neighbors, host community preview day
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will give free annual passes to South L.A. neighbors in the 90037 ZIP Code.
California
Luke Wilson is a new dad, reportedly welcomes first baby with Kendall Yates
Luke Wilson has reportedly welcomed his first child with girlfriend Kendall Yates. The couple were spotted with their new baby at a press reception.
Technology
Madison Square Garden Has Been Secretly Tracking Queer Musicians
The venue’s database also assigned a “high risk” label to Freddie Gibbs, Lil Jon, and other rappers
Culture
Man Serving Federal Prison Sentence Charged with Theft of Forfeited Cryptocurrency
Man Serving Federal Prison Sentence Charged with Theft of Forfeited Cryptocurrency
News
Man charged with killing National Guard member hospitalized after refusing food
Federal prosecutors say a man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House, killing one of them, has been taken to a hospital for treatment of a potentially life-threatening medical condition after he refused to eat food in jail
Technology
Manish Malhotra Fall 2026 Couture: All About His Mother
The Indian couturier paid homage to his late mother for his Paris runway debut, which included his high jewelry line.
Markets
Marina Moscone Presses Pause on Her Business
In an exclusive interview, sisters and cofounders Marina and Francesca Moscone, weigh in on their decision to suspend operations—for now. “This has definitely been a heavy, heartfelt decision, a very emotional one for us,” the designer said. “We knew entering this industry and this business of our own, fashion is turbulent and joyful all the time.”
Technology
Mark Ingram Atelier and Vera Wang Haute Team on Exclusive Bridal Experience
The Vera Wang Haute archival pieces and a shoppable collection of gowns are available to view by private appointment through July 25 at Mark Ingram Atelier.
Technology
Maura Higgins Makes a Case for the Return of the Rough-cut Pixie
The reality star debuted her latest hair transformation outside the Viktor & Rolf show during Paris Couture Week.
Global
Mbappé stunner ends Morocco resistance to send France into World Cup semi-finals
There is a relentlessness to this France that might make them irresistible. Morocco no doubt had the best of intentions, ideas of how they could hurt the side that had beaten them in the semi-final in Qatar, but France press so well that they soon accepted they had no option but to retreat and endure. France have such attacking quality that simply surviving isn’t really a viable option. Kylian Mbappé, once again, was the key figure, missing a penalty, scoring a stunning opener and then teeing up Ousmane Dembélé for the second. He went off with 13 minutes remaining to a deserved ovation: the game had seemed to be drifting, and there had just been a sense that Morocco might conceivably pull off an implausible rearguard action, when he produced a goal from nowhere. Continue reading...
Technology
Meet SK Hynix, the trillion-dollar South Korean chipmaker debuting on U.S. markets
Following a more than sevenfold rally in its stock price over the past year, South Korea's SK Hynix is listing on the Nasdaq.
Global
Meghan will not appear at public events during Harry UK trip
It is not known whether Meghan will still visit the UK for any private visits, following reports she may be coming with the children.
California
Meow Wolf taps famed L.A. animation house for its new Los Angeles venue
The experiential art firm has entered into a creative partnership with Titmouse, the studio behind popular series such as "Big Mouth" and "Star Trek: Lower Decks."
California
Meta discontinues Instagram feature on new AI image generation tool after Hollywood backlash
Meta's Muse Image AI tool lets users remix public Instagram photos — and CAA, SAG-AFTRA and talent managers say it puts creators at risk.
Technology
Meta jumps into AI coding market in effort to chase Anthropic and OpenAI
Meta is upgrading its Muse Spark artificial intelligence model under the leadership of AI chief Alexandr Wang.
Technology
Meta plans billions for first AI data center in Canada, largest outside the US
Facebook and Instagram parent Meta said Wednesday it will invest more than 13 billion Canadian dollars ($9.1 billion) to build its first artificial intelligence data center in Canada and its largest outside the United States
Culture
Mexican village that warned of cartel offensive during World Cup faces drone attacks
Residents of the rural community of Guajes de Ayala in Mexico have faced a violent attack by the La Nueva Familia Michoacana cartel
Global
Mexico investigates whether US lied about role in capture of drug lord
Reporting suggests FBI involved in seizure of Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada García from Mexican territory in 2024 Mexico has launched an investigation into whether the US lied about its involvement in the capture and secretive transfer of a top Sinaloa cartel member in 2024, in what would be a potential violation of the country’s sovereignty. The US has long denied it played any role in the operation to detain the drug lord Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada García, a founder of the Sinaloa cartel, inside Mexico. Recent reporting by the local media outlet Pie de Nota , however, suggested that the FBI was involved in his capture. Continue reading...
Technology
Mexico-England most watched non-US English-language World Cup match in US history
The match between England and Mexico in the round of 16 has become the most-watched World Cup game not involving the U.S. broadcast in English in the country’s history, according to Fox
Culture
Michigan Tax Preparers Indicted For Conspiring to Defraud the United States and Preparing False Tax Returns
A federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Michigan returned an indictment today charging three tax preparers with conspiring to defraud the United States and preparing false tax returns over a three-year period.
Technology
Mick Jagger Says the Beatles ‘Were the Most Prolific Songwriters of That Time’
The Fab Four’s Paul McCartney plays bass on one song on the Rolling Stones’ upcoming Foreign Tongues album
Markets
Micron’s stock surges on multibillion-dollar U.S. manufacturing push
The memory-chip giant is reversing its recent slide after increasing its investment in the U.S. semiconductor supply chain.
Technology
Microsoft’s patch Tuesdays are about to get bigger
Windows 11 updates could soon include fixes for more security issues at once. Microsoft said in a blog post on Thursday that it's now using AI to "identify potential issues earlier," which means "customers will see a higher volume of security updates included in each security release." Hackers, even amateurs, have increasingly been using AI […] Windows 11 updates could soon include fixes for more security issues at once. Microsoft said in a blog post on Thursday that it's now using AI to "identify potential issues earlier," which means "customers will see a higher volume of security updates included in each security release." Hackers, even amateurs, have increasingly been using AI to quickly exploit security weaknesses over the past several months. Security researchers are also using AI to find issues faster, leading to more frequent high-severity vulnerabilities, like the "Copy Fa
Markets
Mid-Heatwave, How Cool Can Korea’s Cooling Beauty Market Get?
Heat is no longer just a seasonal inconvenience. As rising temperatures reshape daily life, a new generation of cooling skincare products from Korea promises to improve comfort and provide relief amid growing appetite in the West.
Technology
Middle East crisis live: Tehran launches more strikes as Israel warns it is ready to strike Iran again ‘with even greater force’
Jordan says they have intercepted missiles from Tehran, as Israeli defence minister says he is prepared to resume a military campaign US and Iran trade most intense strikes since ceasefire extended Iranians recall 48 hours of terror after US attack on port cities Kuwait’s foreign ministry has issued a statement condemning the Iranian attacks against the country. It reads almost identical to the statement issued yesterday, although emphasises Kuwait’s sovereignty is “a red line” . “The state of Kuwait reserves its full rights to take all necessary measures to protect its security and preserve its sovereignty,” it said. Continue reading...
Markets
Mortgage rates jump as tensions with Iran spook bond investors
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran is driving mortgage rates up, adding hundreds of dollars a month in extra costs for prospective home buyers.
California
Most California senators supported this ADA lawsuit bill. It died anyway
Sen. Roger Niello's proposal to give businesses more time to fix ADA violations before facing lawsuits won overwhelming Senate support. But it died without an Assembly hearing after judiciary chair Ash Kalra rejected the bill in favor of a competing approach.
Global
Most popular baby names for boys and girls in 2025 revealed
The Office for National Statistics releases its annual data on baby names, with Olivia remaining most popular for girls and Muhammad for boys.
Science
My Search for a Psychiatric Bed in an Overburdened Health System
Over the past 70 years, the number of inpatient psychiatric beds has dropped dramatically, leaving many without critical care when they experience mental health crises. I was one of the lucky ones to get a bed — after 21 hours of waiting.
Global
My holiday from hell: I went to Ibiza at 16 – and am still haunted by what I saw in a bathroom sink
I didn’t see being a couple of years away from technically qualifying for an 18-30s jaunt to be a problem. But the booze, humiliation and a ‘mystery pooer’ made me rethink my entire life ‘First the bad news,” yelled our lairy Irish club rep as the coach drove us from Ibiza airport to our hotel. “All the great clubs: Amnesia, Space, Pacha … they’re CLOSED!” A confused silence descended. “But the good news?” he yelled. “We’re gonna have a fucking amazing time anyway!!!” Continue reading...
Technology
NASA Scientists Take to Air and Space to Study Arctic Sea Ice
This month, engineers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California are testing a spacecraft sensor that will help measure how quickly Arctic sea ice is disappearing. And while that instrument won’t launch for another year, scientists started preparing for its use during a recent field campaign in the Canadian wilderness. Researchers spent two weeks […]
Technology
NASA Sets Coverage for Astronaut Anil Menon Launch to Space Station
NASA astronaut Anil Menon will launch aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft to the International Space Station on Tuesday, July 14, accompanied by cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina, where they will join the Expedition 74 crew advancing scientific research. Menon, Dubrov, and Kikina will lift off at 10:47 a.m. EDT (7:47 p.m. Baikonur time) […]
Technology
NASA Space Telescope Maps Magnetic Fields of ‘Lighthouse’ Pulsar
For the first time, scientists have used NASA’s IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) to directly measure the magnetic fields of PSR J1101−6101, a pulsar located within what is often referred to as the Lighthouse Nebula. The results provide new insight into the structure of some of the most extreme objects in the cosmos, as NASA […]
Markets
NYC Orders Pause of Construction on Damaged Midtown Office Tower
New York City building regulators said the conversion of a Midtown Manhattan office tower into residences must be paused while officials investigate what caused columns inside the building to fail, leading to a massive emergency response that briefly shut down …
Technology
Neandertal babies were a lot like ours — but didn’t stay that way
Two studies of Neandertal remains suggest their newborns were about the same size as those of modern humans but developed faster through infancy.
Technology
Neil Young Redid Two Songs He Wrote As a Teenager. Listen to the Original Recordings
When Young ran out of new tunes for his forthcoming album Second Song , he dug deep into the archives for “I’ll Love You Forever” and “Casting Me Away From You”
Technology
Netflix reportedly considers adding always-on channels
Netflix is thinking about adding always-on channels that would stream specific shows and movies, according to The Wall Street Journal. The move sounds like a Netflix version of always-on services like Pluto TV and Tubi, except the big hook for those is that they're free - because of the ads you have to watch. Netflix […] Netflix is thinking about adding always-on channels that would stream specific shows and movies, according to The Wall Street Journal . The move sounds like a Netflix version of always-on services like Pluto TV and Tubi, except the big hook for those is that they're free - because of the ads you have to watch. Netflix has seen success with its ad-supported tier, which is increasingly popular , but it costs $8.99 per month after a recent price hike . Netflix is also apparently considering selling bundles that would include other streaming services, something else th
Technology
Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Is a Charming Reimagining of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Beloved Adventure: TV Review
More than four decades after the initial series ended its nine-season run on NBC, Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved semi-autobiographical novels have been adapted to television once again. Created by Rebecca Sonnenshine and executive produced by Trip Friendly, son of original series producer Ed Friendly, Netflix’s “Little House on the Prairie” is part family drama, part […]
Technology
New Fed task force members share Chairman Kevin Warsh's embrace of AI
The three members of a task force advising the Fed on artificial intelligence are strong proponents of the technology.
Culture
New York Investigators Return 59 Looted Antiquities to Italy, Iraq, and Indonesia
45 of the repatriated objects were seized from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Markets
New York sues 3M, DuPont and other companies over so-called forever chemicals
New York’s attorney general is suing several large chemical and agricultural companies, alleging they knowingly sold harmful so-called forever chemicals used in cosmetics, non-stick cookware and other products
Technology
New attacks raise questions about what comes next in the Iran war
Whether it is a negotiation tactic or a signal of an escalation in fighting, mediators are scrambling to save the interim deal and the actions risk further inflaming tensions.
California
Newlywed Taylor Swift can continue to celebrate with Emmy nominations and a legal win
Just days after her wedding, Taylor Swift has scored a legal victory and her 'Eras Tour: The Final Show' earned five Emmy nominations.
Global
News Wrap: Olympian pleads not guilty on Reflecting Pool damage charges
In our news wrap Thursday, three-time Olympic canoe racer David Hearn pleaded not guilty on charges he deliberately damaged the Reflecting Pool in Washington, Ukraine struck more energy targets inside Russia with long-range drones and authorities in southern China say flooding has killed at least 39 people after days of record rainfall.
Technology
News outlets urge a judge to sanction OpenAI in a high-stakes AI copyright fight
The New York Times, the Daily News and other media outlets are asking a federal judge to impose sanctions on OpenAI, escalating a legal fight over artificial intelligence and copyright that could shape the future of a struggling news industry
California
Newsom’s final budget sends more than a billion dollars to University of California, Cal State
Since Gavin Newsom became governor, state support for California’s public universities has grown by 50%.
Technology
Nicolas Johnson, Son of Entertainment Attorney Matt Johnson, Dies at 28
The Morehouse College graduate was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Sherman Oaks on July 1.
Technology
Nike Is Reviving a Foamposite Tennis Sneaker That Was Mysteriously Buried
Perhaps the second time will be the charm.
Culture
Nikki Glaser, RuPaul & More React to 2026 Primetime Emmy Nods
The Globes have been good for Glaser, and vice versa.
Global
No arrests made 1 month after therapist's mysterious killing
More than one month after a New Jersey mom was killed in her suburban home, prosecutors say no arrests have been made.
Global
No contact from UK about on-the-run murder suspect, say Zimbabwe police
Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma left the country via Heathrow Airport on a British passport on Saturday.
Culture
Nobody Brings It to Couture Week Like Cardi B
The rapper always understands the assignment of couture week: To lean into over-the-top glamour, of course.
Global
Nominations open in the contest to be UK leader, Burnham likely the only candidate
Nominations are opening in a Labour Party election to replace Keir Starmer as Britain's prime minister
California
Norovirus, COVID-19, and Influenza Outbreaks Among Residents and Staff Members at the Eaton Wildfire Evacuation Shelter - Pasadena, California, January-February 2025
This report describes illnesses and infection prevention and control protocols at a wildfire evacuation shelter during the Eaton wildfire in Pasadena, California.
Technology
Odessa A’zion Styles Herself for Campaign With Crocs Spotlighting Crafted Clog
The clog brand revealed a partnership with the rising actress.
Technology
Oil prices fall as market bets U.S.-Iran fighting won't escalate into wider war
Oil prices turned lower on Thursday after the U.S. carried out fresh strikes on Iran, renewing concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East.
Markets
Only 5% of U.S. adults can ace this 8-question financial-literacy test. Can you?
Financial literacy just hit a 10-year low — and it is devastating bank accounts.
Technology
OpenAI exec Fidji Simo says she's stepping down due to chronic illness, will transition to advisor
Fidji Simo stepped away from OpenAI in April for a medical leave, says she now has to focus on recovery.
Technology
OpenAI releases latest ChatGPT model after delay over White House cybersecurity concerns
Staggered release of ChatGPT 5.6 follows similar restrictions on rival firm Anthropic’s latest AI models OpenAI released its latest advanced AI model, called ChatGPT 5.6, on Thursday after earlier delaying the public rollout over US government concerns about cybersecurity. The Trump administration had requested last month that OpenAI limit the release to a small group of government-approved users. OpenAI complied with the White House’s request last month. The company stated in a blogpost that it had briefed government officials on ChatGPT 5.6’s capabilities and restricted the model to trusted partners at their behest. The product’s wider release came after additional testing by the government’s Center for AI Standards and Innovation agency, according to Axios . Continue reading...
Technology
OpenAI rolls out GPT-5.6 after government greenlight — and announces ‘ChatGPT Work’
About two weeks after OpenAI's GPT-5.6 was caught up in regulatory drama - rolled out only to government-approved organizations during a "limited preview" period - the company has received the Trump administration's greenlight for a public rollout of the model. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman called it "the best model we have ever produced." To celebrate, […] About two weeks after OpenAI's GPT-5.6 was caught up in regulatory drama - rolled out only to government-approved organizations during a "limited preview" period - the company has received the Trump administration's greenlight for a public rollout of the model. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman called it "the best model we have ever produced." To celebrate, OpenAI also unveiled a new AI agent on the same day: ChatGPT Work. It's billed as a combination of ChatGPT and Codex, allowing the everyday non-technical user to take advantage of Codex's capabi
Technology
Opetaia Foa‘i Calls Adding ‘Authenticity’ to ‘Moana’ Through Pacific Island Languages ‘A Huge Win’
The Samoa-born artist has written music for all three Moana films.
Science
Opinion: Who benefits from classifying obesity as a disease?
“The new wave of obesity pharmacotherapy has leaned heavily on disease framing,” writes Max Moser, drawing comparisons to the antidepressant revolution.
Science
Opinion: Your grandparents are using cannabis. Doctors can help them do it safely
Over the past 25 years, I have treated thousands of medical cannabis patients with extremely few ill effects, one doctor writes.
Technology
Orbán allies protest in Hungary against new prime minister's plans to oust President Sulyok
After defeating Orbán in a blowout election in April, bringing an end to his 16 years in power, Hungary's new pro-European prime minister, Péter Magyar, has taken action to dismantle what he calls Orbán's "mafia" by removing numerous political appointees and heads of institutions viewed as having facilitated Orbán's autocratic regime.
Technology
Orbán allies protest in Hungary against plans to oust President Tamás Sulyok
Opponents of the Hungarian government's efforts to oust the president have gathered for a protest in Budapest at the urging of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
Science
Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases
An outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite has grown to more than 1,000 cases, making it one of the nation’s largest such outbreaks in years.
Technology
Pakistan Recovers Cargo Plane Wreckage as Search for Missing Crew Continues
The freighter crashed into the Arabian Sea off Karachi on Tuesday, with rough monsoon conditions complicating efforts to locate five crew members and the main fuselage.
Global
Pakistani rescuers battle rough seas on 2nd day of search for cargo plane crew
Officials say Pakistan Navy search and rescue teams are battling rough seas as they try to find the five-member crew of a cargo plane that crashed into the Arabian Sea
Global
Palestinians mourn Gaza World Cup screenings organiser killed in Israeli strike
Aid worker Mohammed al-Wahidi had become a prominent humanitarian figure during the Israel-Hamas war.
Bay Area
Palo Alto CEO Arora says AI pricing needs to fall 90% as token costs skyrocket
Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora said high token costs could prevent businesses from adopting artificial intelligence at scale.
Technology
Pandora Wonders Gives the Classic Pearl a Playful New Life
From “Girl with the Pearl Earring” to Boy (in this case, Harry Styles) at the Met Gala, few gemstones match the enduring and transformative power of a well-placed pearl. At once classic and contemporary, organic and cultured, simple and rarefied, pearls can make a powerful, personalized statement that nothing else can.  This summer, Pandora is […]
Technology
Patrick Dempsey says he's not running for Senate in Maine as Democrats weigh a replacement
The "Grey's Anatomy" star quashed speculation that he was among those being considered to replace embattled Democratic nominee Graham Platner.
Technology
Peet Dullaert Fall 2026 Couture: Art Class
Peet Dullaert explored archetypes of opulence over the years.
Markets
People Moves: HDI Global US Names Chief Underwriting Officers
HDI Global (HDI) said it has strengthened its underwriting leadership team in the U.S. with the appointments of Bevan Greibesland as chief underwriting officer, specialty lines, and Bruce Griffin as chief underwriting officer, long tail lines. Greibesland joined HDI in …
Technology
PepsiCo cut snack prices again, but not enough to get American consumers to buy more
PepsiCo’s North America business lagged in the latest quarter, and the stock was having its worst day in 15 months, even as strength in international business led to an earnings beat.
Technology
Platner quits Maine Senate race; Democrats set to pick new nominee
Maine Democrats must now replace Platner with less than four months until the midterm elections.
Global
Platner's disastrous candidacy exposes rifts that could dampen Democrats' Senate hopes
Along with creating tumult in a must-win race for Democrats, Graham Platner's exit is laying bare division between the party's left wing and moderates.
Technology
Polarizing Portrait of King Charles Included in Buckingham Palace’s Picture Gallery Rehang
The artist, Jonathan Yeo, gifted the oil study to the Royal Collection.
California
Police detain 2 teens after a joy ride in a Waymo in Northern California
Police have detained two 15-year-olds who they say were drinking and shooting water beads while riding a self-driving Waymo around town
Technology
Polimoda and FIT Mark 40 Years of Collaboration, Renew Partnership for Three Years
The program brings American students studying fashion design and fashion business management to Polimoda's campuses in Florence each year.
Technology
Pontypridd, Birkenhead and Isle of Bute among shortlist for first UK Town of Culture
Basildon, Grimsby and Rotherham also make the 15-strong shortlist as well as Strabane.
Technology
Porn site company fined £630,000 over failed age checks
Ofcom has fined a slew of sites it says are failing to prevent children accessing their adult content.
Technology
Prediction markets spark insider trading concerns. Here's how Goldman and other companies are responding
CNBC reached out to 50 companies about what are their trading policies for employees on prediction markets. A handful had an answer.
Technology
Pressure builds on Europe's biggest port to be greener
A lawsuit demands that the Port of Rotterdam moves faster to cut its dependence on fossil fuel firms.
Technology
Principal Investigator and Quality Assessment Reports Evaluate Umbra Synthetic Aperture Radar Data
The reports add to the growing documentation on commercial data’s contributions to Earth science research and applications.
News
Prosecutors plan to play redacted statements from roommate of defendant in Charlie Kirk's killing
Utah prosecutors plan to play audio clips in open court of law enforcement officials interviewing the roommate of the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Technology
Queen Camilla Tames a Wildlife Print With Neutral Eliot Zed Wedges at London Zoo
The royal brought Fiona Clare’s animal-themed rewear to ZSL’s bicentenary, pairing the print with low beige Becki courts.
Culture
R&B star Syd on her new album, the return of the Internet and Odd Future fallouts: ‘We only had three meetings as a group and I called two of them’
She was a member of the influential rap collective, then the alt-R&B hitmakers – but struggled to find her own voice. Now, after realising she ‘didn’t like anybody else’s beats’, she’s made a solo album that is truly hers There was a time when Sydney Bennett really wanted “something to show for all of my hard work”. The 34-year-old singer-rapper-producer-engineer was a member of Odd Future, the anarchic Los Angeles rap collective that also included Tyler, the Creator, Frank Ocean and Earl Sweatshirt. In 2011, that group birthed the Internet, the indie-R&B band Bennett formed with her best friend, Matt Martians. Since then, Bennett has released two acclaimed solo records, collaborated with Beyoncé and Kehlani, and been nominated for a Grammy, alongside the Internet. Still, around the time of her last album, 2022’s Broken Hearts Club, she started hoping for an award or public recog
Technology
Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien Shares Spectral New Song ‘Abbeycwmhir’
The quiet yet stunning track takes its name from a village located in Powys, Wales
Global
Rahm Emanuel on criticizing Netanyahu, calling for new approach to U.S.-Israel ties
Rahm Emanuel delivered a pointed message in Tel Aviv about the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship. It comes as American public opinion, and the Democratic Party itself, are increasingly divided over support for Israel. Emanuel criticized Netanyahu's government, called for a new approach to military aid and renewed efforts toward Palestinian statehood. He joined Geoff Bennett to discuss more.
Culture
Register Now | Building a Career in Fashion, London
Join Vogue Business editors in London for an evening of conversation, advice, and networking to help secure a job in fashion.
Global
Renewed U.S.-Iran fighting threatens shipping and hopes of ending war
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire is on the brink after another exchange of fire. Wednesday night, U.S. Central Command said it completed a new round of strikes against Iran. Neither side appears ready to return to talks, and Iran has not said it will allow free passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Liz Landers reports.
Technology
Restore Britain leader describes Dunblane school shooting as 'one murder'
Rupert Lowe criticised the ban of handguns in the UK, saying it was "because there was a murder in Dunblane".
Technology
Rock Greats Honor Bon Scott on Late AC/DC Singer’s 80th Birthday
Judas Priest’s Rob Halford, Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott, and Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready remember “free spirit” frontman who died in 1980
Culture
S. Korea's Supreme Court upholds prison sentence for Yoon in first martial law case
South Korea’s Supreme Court has upheld a seven-year prison sentence for former President Yoon Suk Yeol in the first case to reach the country’s highest court from the several criminal trials related to his brief imposition of martial law in 2024
Technology
STAT+: 931 days. The drug approval scandal hiding in plain sight
Two years, six months, and 18 days have elapsed since Northwest Biotherapeutics submitted its brain cancer treatment for regulatory approval.
Science
STAT+: ARPA-H launches $160 million effort to develop custom gene editing drugs
An ARPA-H program to jump-start custom gene editing treatments was delayed by a change in administrations. Now seven labs will get sizable grants.
Technology
STAT+: AstraZeneca, Ionis report major trial failure with heart disease drug
AstraZeneca and Ionis reported a notable trial failure Thursday in a heart disease that's become an increasingly competitive market for drugmakers.
Science
STAT+: FDA finalists under review
Three top contenders to run the FDA are under review by the White House
Science
STAT+: OpenEvidence backs study that finds it beats LLMs
In this edition of STAT Health Tech: Dueling research pitting OpenEvidence against general purpose LLMs, use of Dexcom's CGM in children, and more.
Technology
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about FDA commissioner contenders, a heart drug failure, and more
The White House is reviewing a list of three top contenders for the FDA commissioner post
Science
STAT+: Prime wins Beam arbitration, clearing path to clinic
AstraZeneca, Ionis report major trial failure, White House pushes for American drug manufacturing, and more biotech news from The Readout
Science
STAT+: The quest to save Grace — and clear the way for rare disease patients everywhere
How a father’s quest may shape the future of rare disease gene therapy.
Technology
Sarah Jessica Parker, Jessica Alba Attend Fendi Couture Show in Rome
The two actresses discussed the Fendi Baguette campaign in which they appear and took in the artworks at the Rome museum where the show was held.
Technology
Sarah McLachlan and Allison Russell on Touring Together and Summer Nights Devoted to ‘Forgetting Madness and Being Part of Something Beautiful’
All mysteries aside, you could say that, this summer, together, Sarah McLachlan and Allison Russell are building a sister-y road show. McLachlan is touring behind her 2025 “Better Broken” album, as a followup to her successful “Fumbling Towards Ecstasy” 30th Anniversary Tour, with plenty of the commemorative aspects of that show staying intact alongside her […]
Technology
Schlage’s Sense Pro unlocks the door so I don’t have to
The Schlage Sense Pro is a beautiful smart lock. Sleek, discreet, and simple to use, it's Schlage's smartest lock to date. Thanks to ultra-wideband (UWB), it unlocks as I walk up to my front door; I don't need to enter a code or tap my phone or press my finger against it. I've tested several […] The Sense Pro is Schlage’s first Matter-over-Thread lock. It also supports hands-free unlocking via Apple Home Key, with Google and Samsung support coming soon through Aliro. The Schlage Sense Pro is a beautiful smart lock. Sleek, discreet, and simple to use, it's Schlage's smartest lock to date. Thanks to ultra-wideband (UWB) , it unlocks as I walk up to my front door; I don't need to enter a code or tap my phone or press my finger against it. I've tested several hands-free unlocking systems that rely on geofencing and other radio technologies, and UWB is faster and more reliable. It's the
Technology
Scott Foley Reacts After Prime Video Canceled ‘It’s Not Like That’ After One Season: ‘I Think I’m Just Disappointed’
“It’s Not Like That” star Scott Foley posted a video to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon in which he shared his thoughts after the drama series was canceled at Prime Video after one season. “Well, after six or so weeks in Prime Video’s top 10, and I think getting as high as like three or four, […]
Culture
Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi Appointed President of Sharjah Museums Authority
In her post, she will oversee 16 museums across Sharjah.
Technology
Shoe Factory Fire in China Kills At Least 28
The footwear factory is located in the city of Jinjiang, often referred to as the "shoe capital" of China.
Technology
Shoe Firms Face Higher Costs as Shipping Rates Become Unstable
Joseph Firrincieli of freight forwarder OEC Group New York details issues impacting rates, why the costs are so high, and what it means for U.S. shoe importers.
Technology
Shoppers Have Bad Reviews About Returns
Trustpilot analyzed a proprietary dataset of over 4.5 million reviews last February.
Technology
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch Slams White House Report As ‘Not a Fair Characterization’ of Museum’s Scholarship
Bunch wrote that the report was “not a fair characterization of the work and totality of the National Museum of American History.”
Global
Some Medicare beneficiaries eligible for weight loss drug discounts
The number of Americans taking a GLP-1 drug for weight loss is on the rise. A new Gallup poll shows 11% of adults say they are currently using one, a dramatic increase from just two years ago when just 3% said they were using them. That number could climb even higher as Medicare has cleared the way for some patients to access the drugs. William Brangham discussed more with Juliette Cubanski.
Technology
South Florida's Palm Beach airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International
Signs for the Palm Beach International Airport have been removed, while new signage goes up.
Global
Species’ ingenious survival strategies no match for human destruction, red list reveals
Newly endangered animals include desert frogs and snails in extreme ocean depths, both threatened by mining Life has colonised every corner of the planet by evolving ingenious survival strategies but these are increasingly being overwhelmed by destructive human activities, this year’s red list of endangered species has revealed. Many snails, limpets and clams have adapted to life at crushing depths in the oceans on hydrothermal vents where water temperatures can reach 450C (842F). But an assessment for the red list found that two-thirds of the hundreds of mollusc species found only on deep sea vents were at risk of extinction because of deep-sea mining . Continue reading...
Culture
Spoon Brings Out Hamilton Leithauser to Cover a 1957 Rock Classic at SummerStage
The Austin indie outfit also offered a version of a late-career Bowie gem on a gorgeous summer night.
Technology
Standout Shoe Looks From ‘The Odyssey’ Press Tour: Zendaya’s Louboutins, Anne Hathaway’s Thigh-high boots and More
Christopher Nolan's film is slated to hit theaters July 17.
Global
Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup
The prime minister says he does not want to "jinx it" but "ask me again if we get to the final".
Technology
Streaming Ratings: ‘Love Island USA’ Rises 40 Percent in Week Two
The Peacock series dominates the Nielsen charts for June 8-14.
Technology
Summit living isn’t a problem for this tiny mouse
A boost to heat production and drawing in more oxygen may help Andean leaf-eared mice thrive at altitude.
Technology
Super Typhoon Bavi
The third category 5 tropical cyclone of 2026 crossed the U.S. Northern Mariana Islands and Guam before continuing toward Asia.
Technology
Support goes a long way to boost birth control effectiveness
The HER Salt Lake Contraceptive Initiative’s approach, which centered the user and made refills easy, meant all types of methods worked well.
Global
Suspected Ebola patient put in Equatorial Guinea hotel with deportees from U.S., lawyers say
Migrants deported from the U.S. and detained in a hotel in Equatorial Guinea say that authorities there also have used the facility to quarantine at least one suspected Ebola patient, deportees and lawyers representing them said Thursday.
Technology
TF1 Says Its Netflix Deal Has Already Paid Off
The French broadcaster says it has hit record streaming numbers just three weeks into its carriage deal with Netflix, the first of its kind worldwide.
Markets
Taco Bell is reportedly pulling produce from some stores. Here’s what to know.
An outbreak of a parasite-caused illness has sickened more than 1,000 people in Michigan.
Technology
Technology is driving an increase in online threats to the UK, senior officials say
Senior British policing officials say technology and online platforms are increasingly being exploited for threats to the United Kingdom
Global
Tensions erupt in Indian state after 11-year-old raped and murdered
The girl's body was fished out from a pond on Sunday - a day after her family reported her missing.
Markets
Texas Lawmakers Continue Push to Ban TCH Products
The Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services held a public hearing Tuesday to gather information that will shape future legislation on THC products sold in the state. Lawmakers made arguments against THC that harkened back to the days …
Culture
The Best Cos New Arrivals to Shop for Summer 2026
Relaxed tailoring and easy sundresses are a few Cos new arrivals we’re eyeing for right now.
Technology
The ChatGPT browser is already dead
OpenAI is already shutting down ChatGPT Atlas, its browser that could do tasks for you on your behalf, less than a year after launching it. Atlas was announced in October, but as part of its wave of news about ChatGPT Work today, the company confirmed that it will be "sunsetting" Atlas and is targeting an […] OpenAI is already shutting down ChatGPT Atlas, its browser that could do tasks for you on your behalf, less than a year after launching it. Atlas was announced in October , but as part of its wave of news about ChatGPT Work today , the company confirmed that it will be "sunsetting" Atlas and is targeting an August 9th date for deprecation. The shutdown follows OpenAI's push to reduce "side quests" and catch up with Anthropic on productivity features . As part of that push, in March, The Wall Street Journal reported that OpenAI planned to combine the ChatGPT app, Codex, and Atl
Technology
The Coven Is Back! ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Set Photos Reveal Sarah Paulson, Emma Roberts and More as Witches
Surprise, bitch. I bet you thought you’d seen the last of the “American Horror Story” coven, but the witches are officially back in the first set photos from the production of “AHS” Season 13. The images are the latest confirmation that the new episodes will continue the story of 2013’s “Coven,” which was the third […]
Technology
The Hay Wain: Walking Constable’s Landscape review – a masterpiece for the climate crisis age
Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich While Britain boils in a heatwave, a new exhibition built around the much-reproduced canvas reminds us of the beauty of the natural world – and what we could lose I first saw John Constable’s 1821 painting The Hay Wain as a postcard with cruise missiles brutally stacked in the wooden cart and pointing at the sky. Peter Kennard’s anti-nuke photomontage is just one of the many parodies and travesties this image of a seemingly eternal rustic Britain keeps provoking. A few months ago, a newspaper cartoon depicted a ballistic missile from Iran speeding through Constable’s painting. But when I visited Ipswich to see its Hay Wain exhibition at the start of the latest heatwave it was the climate making a scorching, ironic comment on this temperate scene. Inside this Tudor house, grey, blue and brown masses of rain-promising cloud hung above Constable’s painted Suffo
Technology
The Rebirth of High Frequency
An examination of how satellite vulnerabilities, modern wideband waveforms, and automatic link establishment are driving renewed military and government investment in HF communications. What Attendees will Learn Why HF (High Frequency) declined — and what has changed — How satellites overtook HF for global communications from the 1970s onward, and why growing awareness of satellite vulnerabilities to anti-satellite weapons, jamming, solar storms, and coverage gaps is reviving interest in skywave propagation as a resilient alternative. How the ionosphere enables and limits global HF communication — Understand the roles of the D, E, and F ionospheric layers in refracting and absorbing signals, the concepts of maximum usable frequency (MUF) and lowest usable frequency (LUF), and how sunspot number, solar flux index, and A/K geomagnetic indices are used to quantify and predict propagation co
Culture
The Swooning First Years of Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson’s Love Story
When Wilson posted a sweet birthday tribute to Hanks on Instagram, calling the newly minted 70-year-old “the love of my life,” it was clear that she meant it.
Technology
The actors of 'The Pitt' own the Emmy acting categories with 13 nominated cast members
The cast of “The Pitt” has had an epic day at the Emmy nominations, with 13 of them getting acting nods
Markets
The dot-com crash was a $5 trillion blip. Why the next financial crisis could hit 4 times harder.
The next global financial crisis is already under way. Here is how it will unfold.
Technology
The floatable, powerful Soundcore Boom 2 speaker is over half off
Bluetooth speakers with big sound and great features are hard to find for under $100, with most offerings being some variation of the same basic (and often small) design. Thankfully, through July 10th Woot has the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 on sale for $69.99, which is $20 cheaper than the discounted price at other retailers […] Anker’s Soundcore Boom 2 is fully waterproof. Bluetooth speakers with big sound and great features are hard to find for under $100, with most offerings being some variation of the same basic (and often small) design. Thankfully, through July 10th Woot has the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 on sale for $69.99, which is $20 cheaper than the discounted price at other retailers like Amazon , and about half its original $129.99 price. The waterproof Bluetooth speaker can run for up to 24 hours on a single charge, with big, bass-forward sound that’s great for a day by the wa
California
The titanically misguided live-action remake of 'Moana' is missing the heart in its ocean
Never enchanting or magical, this wan redo from 'Hamilton' director Thomas Kail of the beloved 2016 Disney animated movie is totally lost at sea.
California
The world is on fire. Aida Rodriguez still wants you to laugh.
On July 17, Rodriguez will host "The Remix," her homegrown stand-up comedy show, at the Ford, alongside Frankie Quiñones. The event will feature a celebrity mic with guests Justina Machado, Ana Ortiz, Judy Reyes, Marlyn Ortiz, Sarah Jones and Macy Gray.
Technology
These 10 states are best positioned to land AI data center deals despite rising public opposition
These ten U.S. states have the best infrastructure to win future AI data center deals despite rising public opposition.
Markets
This is why paper checks refuse to die
While some retailers still accept checks, an attempt to pay with anything other than cash or card is likely to result in a blank stare from a Gen Z cashier.
Technology
Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Call Me by Your Name Hair’ Is Back in Time for Summer
It was a summer of yearning and ’80s hair for Elio Perlman in the Luca Guadagnino coming-of-ager—now Timothée Chalamet is reprising that youthful cut.
Technology
Travellers react as Florida airport renamed after Trump
Palm Beach International Airport was officially renamed as President Donald J. Trump International Airport on 9 July.
Technology
Trump can halt trade with Spain using law behind scrapped tariffs: Greer
Trump asserted that IEEPA authorized him to slap tariffs on nearly every country, but the Supreme Court struck down those import duties.
Technology
Trump claims to be 'number one' on TikTok. What does that mean?
Trump is the most followed world leader on the app, with nearly 17 million followers.
Technology
Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
President Donald Trump has flown partway home from a NATO summit in Turkey on an old baby blue Air Force One plane instead of making the full trip aboard the new Qatari-gifted and retrofitted jet he arrived in
Technology
Trump loses appeals court bid to delay paying E. Jean Carroll $5M in damages
Trump was held civilly liable in two trials for defaming E. Jean Carroll when he denied her claim he sexually abused her in a New York department store.
Global
Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in the nation's capital is getting another review
President Donald Trump's plan to build a triumphal arch that would alter the Washington, D.C., skyline is getting another review from the federal agency whose approval he needs to build it
Culture
Two New Jersey Men Sentenced for Fentanyl Analogue Distribution in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
Two New Jersey men were sentenced this week for their roles in a drug trafficking organization that imported fentanyl analogues from China and distributed them in pill form throughout Northern New Jersey.
Technology
U.S. World Cup Loss to Belgium Averages 33.1 Million Viewers, the Most-Watched Soccer Telecast in U.S. History
Fox’s coverage of Monday night’s World Cup match between the United States’ Men’s National Soccer Team and Belgium on Monday, July 6, scored record ratings, averaging 33,086,000 viewers — making it the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history. That’s NFL-level numbers for the Belgium-USMNT faceoff. In fact, this made it the most-watched telecast on any […]
News
U.S. and Iran exchange intensifying fire across the Mideast, threatening the interim deal to end war
Back-and-forth attacks, including a day earlier, have repeatedly threatened the ceasefire, but Thursday's appeared bigger all around.
Global
U.S. home prices hit an all-time high as sales slow and mortgage rates rise
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in June, but a key measure of home prices climbed to an all-time high, adding to prospective homebuyers' affordability challenges.
Global
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
A person familiar with the injury tells The Associated Press that U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks.
Technology
U.S., Iran trade fresh strikes as Trump says he's 'not sure' he wants deal
Centcom said it launched dozens of strikes on Iranian military infrastructure and small boats; Trump said the U.S. might take more military action "tonight."
Markets
UK Water Regulator Finds Severn Trent Breached Wastewater Duties
UK water regulator Ofwat found that Severn Trent Plc had “serious failings” in how it deals with wastewater and sewage as part of a broad investigation into practices of utilities in the sector. Ofwat didn’t impose a fine on Severn …
Science
UK heatwave spreads north and west as further heat health alerts issued
This year's third heatwave is one of the longest lasting heatwaves since the infamous year of 1976.
Technology
UPS Never Required Detailed Inspection of Part That Failed in Louisville Crash
UPS never required the detailed inspections needed to spot the problem that led to an engine to fly off one of its planes before it crashed even after Boeing recommended it years earlier, according to new documents posted Wednesday by …
Global
US and Iran trade attacks as Khamenei is buried
Centcom says it hit 90 Iranian targets in the latest round of strikes, with the Iranian health ministry saying 14 people were killed since Tuesday.
Global
US and Iran trade escalating strikes as supreme leader is buried after days-long funeral
Renewed attacks the largest since an interim memorandum was signed this June, with Trump saying fragile truce is ‘over’ The US and Iran traded retaliatory strikes on Thursday as US president Donald Trump threatened to escalate the conflict unless Iran stopped attacking ships in the strait of Hormuz. Iran responded to the latest round of attacks by targeting US-allied Kuwait and Qatar and accused the US of striking near its sole nuclear power plant. Continue reading...
Markets
US home prices hit an all-time high as sales slow and mortgage rates rise
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in June, but a key measure of home prices climbed to an all-time high, adding to prospective homebuyers’ affordability challenges
Technology
US jobless claims dip modestly to 215,000 last week
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dipped slightly last week as layoffs in the U.S. remain historically low
Global
US launches strikes on Iran for a second day after Trump says agreement to end the war is ‘over’
Attacks on three locations across Iran came after three tankers in the strait of Hormuz were targeted on Tuesday The US military carried out strikes on Iran for a second day, hours after president Donald Trump said that an interim agreement to end the war was “over” . Late on Wednesday Iranian state media reported explosions in the port city of Bandar Abbas in the strait of Hormuz; in Sirik, another southern coastal city; and the south-western Bushehr province, home to Iran’s nuclear-power-plant complex. Continue reading...
Global
US officer charged after two police dogs die in hot patrol car
The drug and bomb sniffing dogs died after being left in a patrol car for seven hours, police say.
Technology
Ukraine strikes Russian ships near Crimea, escalating attacks on fuel supplies
The attacks appear to be the latest phase of Ukraine's bid to choke off supplies and routes into and out of occupied Crimea.
Technology
Ukraine’s drone playbook is wreaking havoc in Russia — and upending where NATO wants to invest
Ukraine’s deep drone strikes on Russian refineries are reshaping the war and pushing NATO toward a $40 billion counter-drone plan.
Technology
Ukrainian agent accused of murdering Monaco bomb suspect changes story
Two men with links to Ukraine's security services are accused of killing Anastasiia Berezovska and dumping her body in woods.
Technology
Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities and set more oil tankers ablaze
Ukrainian drones have hit more Russian oil facilities and set two oil tankers ablaze in the Sea of Azov, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to grant Ukraine a license to manufacture the Patriot air defense systems
Science
VIDEO: What is geodesy?
VIDEO: What is geodesy? A geodesist on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., looking through a surveying device. (Image credit: NOAA) Download Image July 9, 2026 Ocean & Coasts geodesy National Geodetic Survey 0 Off
Global
Venomous snakes escape breeding farms in southern China during flooding
Local media in Hengzhou report king ratsnakes and cobras among hundreds in flood waters caused by typhoon Maysak Hundreds of snakes, including cobras, have escaped from flooded breeding farms in southern China as severe storms continue to batter parts of the country. State media reported that a snake farm in Hengzhou, in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, was hit by flood waters after days of heavy rainfall caused by typhoon Maysak , prompting warnings for nearby residents. Continue reading...
Technology
Viewpoint: Insurance, Cybersecurity Are Twin Pillars of Resilience for iGaming Industry
Executive summary: Once seen as niche, the iGaming, or the online gambling and sports betting industry, has come of age — now a regulated global market, expanding rapidly and attracting mainstream attention. In this article, Elizabeth Grima of the specialty …
Science
Viral squeaky frog now at risk of extinction
A squeaky frog that became an internet sensation is added to a global list of species at risk of extinction.
News
WATCH LIVE: National Capital Planning Commission considers Trump's triumphal arch plan
President Donald Trump's plans to build a skyline-altering arch in the nation's capital is getting another review from the federal commission whose approval he needs, but the agency's staff says the project should be revised before it gets the go-ahead.
Global
WATCH: Disney brings ‘Toy Story 5’ to children’s hospitals
Disney and Pixar teamed up with the Starlight Children’s Foundation to bring “Toy Story 5” to 300 children’s hospitals around the country.
Culture
WATCH: Hollywood history hits the auction block
Some of the biggest items in film history, including Luke Skywalker's lightsaber and the Wicked Witch's hat from "The Wizard of Oz," are up for sale through Heritage Auctions.
Technology
WATCH: Low-flying hot air balloon slams into car in East Texas
The images were captured by a mother who says she was on her way to book a hot air balloon ride with her son, but quickly changed their minds.
News
WATCH: White House columns appear to be Trump's latest project
Crews have draped tarps over the towering stone columns on the north side of the White House, where work is underway to scrape away decades of paint.
Science
Wally Funk, aviation pioneer and oldest woman to go into space, dies at 87
Trailblazing pilot was denied opportunity to become Nasa astronaut but made history on Blue Origin flight in 2021 Wally Funk, a trailblazing aviation pioneer who was denied the opportunity to become a Nasa astronaut and half a century later became the oldest woman to travel into space, has died aged 87. Funk died peacefully on Wednesday evening at her apartment in an assisted living facility in Grapevine, Texas, city councilwoman and close friend Duff O’Dell said on Thursday. O’Dell, who described herself as Funk’s caregiver, said she was by Funk’s side. Funk had fallen a couple of times recently and had an infection in her leg. “It took its toll,” O’Dell told the Associated Press. Continue reading...
California
Warner Bros. Ranch selected for TV broadcast base during LA 2028 Olympics
The Warner Bros.
Global
Watch: Large protest in Houston after man fatally shot by ICE
Protesters echoed mounting demands for an independent inquiry into the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, 52, a Mexican national.
Global
Watch: Roommate says Charlie Kirk murder suspect confessed to killing
Recordings of a police interview with Tyler Robinson's roommate were played in court during a preliminary hearing.
Global
Watch: We're a step closer to finding out if bees have feelings, here's why
New research found bumblebees showed "emotion-like behaviours" previously only seen in mammals.
California
Waymo is starting robotaxi service in San Diego
The autonomous ride hailing company Waymo is expanding its services to four new cities including San Diego.
Technology
Weiguo Zhai
Weiguo Zhai
Global
Western Europe records hottest-ever June as heatwaves intensify
Temperatures across ravaged region 3C above average as scientists warn of risks for people, ecosystems and infrastructure Record wildfires in Europe show failure to adapt carries a mounting cost Western Europe has been scorched by its hottest June on record, scientists have said, as the UK enters its third heatwave of the year and wildfires ravage France and Spain. Inflamed by carbon pollution , the deadly June heatwave helped push surface air temperatures for the region 3.06C above their average from recent decades, according to the EU’s Copernicus climate monitoring service. Continue reading...
Technology
What happens next in Maine and the battle for Senate control
After a twisty-turny month in Maine politics, the uncertain fate of the Senate race — and perhaps the Senate itself — may be written in the weeks to come.
Science
What happens on ‘MAHA Monday’?
STAT's Alex Hogan and Chelsea Cirruzzo stopped by "MAHA Monday" at the Great American State Fair. Watch their report in this week's STATus Report.
Global
What is cyclosporiasis, the parasitic illness causing ‘explosive’ diarrhea?
Illness surging in Michigan and other US states is rarely life-threatening, CDC says – but it can have severe effects Cases of cyclosporiasis – a parasitic illness that can cause “explosive”, watery diarrhea – have surged across the United States in recent days, health officials have said, with an abnormally large outbreak of almost 1,000 cases reported in Michigan . Michigan typically reports about 50 cases a year, making the current outbreak the largest in the state’s history and one of the nation’s biggest in recent years. Ohio has also reported a sharp increase, with 177 cases as of 2 July, since the CDC’s last count. Continue reading...
Global
What political satire can reveal about the strength of a democracy
Satire plays a powerful role in challenging authority, exposing hypocrisy and testing the boundaries of free expression. It's among the forces Judy Woodruff explores in the podcast, "In Pursuit of Happiness." She sat down with The Onion Network's Joshua Johnson and scholar Sophia McClennen to discuss why the freedom to laugh at those in power can reveal a lot about the strength of a democracy.
Global
What to know about 'explosive diarrhoea' parasite outbreak in US
The source of the cyclosporiasis outbreak, which has spread across at least 17 states, is unclear.
Global
What's next for immigrants with TPS after Supreme Court ruling?
The legal status of nearly 1.3 million immigrants facing war or environmental disasters in their home countries is up in the air following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program. In a 6-3 decision, the high court ruled last month that the Homeland Security secretary's decision to grant, extend or terminate a country's TPS designation, which lets people from eligible countries legally live and work in the U.S. for periods...
Technology
Where to Watch ‘Big Brother’ Season 28 Episodes, Live Feeds and After Show Online
'BB28' premiere week kicks off on Thursday, July 9.
Science
Whistleblower takes on health insurance and FDA commissioner candidates
This week on "The Readout LOUD" podcast: Why does getting family health insurance through a job cost as much as buying a new car? And who might be the new…
News
Who will replace Graham Platner on the ballot? 7 Democrats to watch
Whoever is selected will have less than four months before facing longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the general election.
Science
Who’s going to run the FDA?
RFK Jr.'s list of Covid vaccine injuries, a father's quest to cure his daughter, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Technology
Why Everyone’s Turning to Minoxidil for Hair Growth
The sole FDA-approved over-the-counter ingredient for hair growth, minoxidil stands out for its time-tested, science-backed ability to help stymie hair loss and support hair growth.
Technology
Why Upper Deck is Reminiscing About a Viral Michael Jordan Marketing Stunt From 1992
The sports and entertainment collectors brand has inked a new deal with the NBA legend, and is hearkening back to the campaign that launched it all.
Markets
Why a hidden divergence between the VIX and Nasdaq volatility has the smart money on edge
Traders are completely enthralled by the bull market — but surging Nasdaq volatility suggests it is time to hedge.
Global
Why does hot weather put me in such a bad mood?
Not everyone experiences heat the same way, and studies show aggression, violence and road rage increase on hotter days Recently, my husband and I embarked on what should have been a pleasant spring errand: a stroll to the local farmer’s market. But a passing heatwave had made it unseasonably hot outside. I cut him off on the sidewalk and he snapped at me, so I snapped at him for snapping at me. We spent the rest of the excursion in sweaty, stony silence. When we were almost home, he said, miserably: “I’m sorry! It’s just so hot.” Our grouchiness was not simply a weakness of spirit. “Heat doesn’t just affect your body,” said Dr Susan Albers, clinical psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic. “It affects your mood too.” Continue reading...
Technology
Why the world’s best-performing stock market this year fell into bear territory
The Kospi fell more than 5% on Wednesday, which brought it 20% below its June 19 record high, according to LSEG data.
Technology
Workers at Kentucky Candle Plant Not Limited to Comp Claims, Appellate Court Finds
Employees who were killed and injured when a powerful tornado struck a Kentucky candle factory in 2021 are not necessarily limited to the workers’ compensation exclusive remedy, a Kentucky appeals court said in a decision that could have far-reaching impact …
Technology
World Cup drives Google Search to record queries per second
The milestone comes amid Lionel Messi and Argentina's popularity.
Markets
World shares are mixed and oil prices slip after Iran and US launch fresh attacks
World shares are mixed and oil prices have slipped after conflict escalated in the Middle East, with Iran and the U.S. launching fresh attacks
Technology
Yungblud ‘Reluctantly’ Cancels Cowboys Music Festival Performance: ‘Working on Myself’
"To all my family in Canada I apologize for not being there with you all this weekend," the singer says after sharing vulnerable post earlier in week
Technology
Zuhair Murad Fall 2026 Couture: Heroine Chic
He spoke of ice castles and magic, but presented a collection that seemed to reflect his own resilience in these uncertain times.
Culture
‘A lot of art in Ireland was made by one type of man’: Richard Malone on taking his colourful fabric creations to the EU Council
As his bold yet delicate sculptures fill the glass buildings of Brussels for Ireland’s turn at the EU presidency, the Wexford artist discusses working with Björk, his decorator father – and one noisy horse ‘Just so you know,” says Richard Malone before we begin talking, “if you hear any neighing, it’s not me!” The Irish artist is speaking to me from an unusual studio space: a farm in Stradbally, County Laois. It may have the odd equine intruder, hungry for press coverage, but it also boasts huge lambing sheds – the perfect location for Malone to construct his latest five-metre sculptures. “There’s lovely lambs everywhere and about 20 dogs running around,” he smiles. “Exactly what I’d choose to have around me.” Continue reading...
Technology
‘Freddy the 13th’ Animated Horror-Comedy From Dan Trachtenberg Sets 2028 Release
Paramount's untitled feature adapts Yehudi Mercado's comic about a mishap during a family vacation.
Global
‘His legacy is cringe’: how Charlie Kirk became a meme among the young – even his supporters
Crude jokes about the Maga luminary are exploding online – less than a year after conservatives were suppressing any slander against him Ten months since his assassination , Charlie Kirk’s name and likeness are still proliferating online. Just not the way the far-right activist would have wanted. Audio of the gunshot that killed him has become a TikTok meme, as have ironic reposts of the apparent AI-slop song We Are Charlie Kirk, which was originally created as a posthumous tribute. He was the butt of a crude joke during the Netflix roast of the Hollywood star Kevin Hart in May. The next month, a viral tweet encouraged people to take “a shot” in his honor on Juneteenth. And a trend known as “Kirkification” has emerged, in which internet pranksters superimpose his face on to unlikely images, such as the Mona Lisa , a woman in a bikini, or Jeffrey Epstein . Continue reading...
Culture
‘I Don’t Think He Would Have Changed:’ Bon Scott’s Brother Talks Late AC/DC Legend on His 80th Birthday
"Overnight success always takes a lot of years. It was good to see him get the results he finally wanted," says Derek Scott.
Culture
‘I saw it seven times in the cinema’: readers’ favourite films of 2026 so far
On the back of our editors’ choices of the year’s finest , we asked you to share your magical movie moments from the first half of 2026 The film that had me gripped right from its ridiculous and bizarre first scene at a Brazilian country road petrol station was The Secret Agent by Kleber Mendonça Filho. The gorgeous Armando is on the run from a corrupt private company official, who wants to steal his academic expertise for his own financial gain. It’s a deal that Armando knows will sully his academic reputation but by refusing to do so, he ends up with a target on his back from the resentful Ghirotti, who sent chills up my spine. This is a stunning movie. Liz, London Continue reading...
Culture
‘I was a self-centred, entitled little horror ... arguably I still am’: cult psych rocker Robyn Hitchcock talks to Stewart Lee
Armed with a new album inspired by ‘dead English blokes’, the revered musician discusses writing nasty songs about his neighbours and how he’s finally made it in Nashville aged 73 ‘I owe a lot to a dead man’s cock.” So begins the first song, a propulsive piece of Lennonesque powerpop called I Am This Thing, on The Confuser, the latest album by the 73-year-old English gentleman survivor of the 60s/70s frontline, Robyn Hitchcock. The album has been recorded by a crack team of session guys in Nashville, where Hitchcock lives and runs a boutique record label with his second wife, the Australian singer-songwriter Emma Swift. “I’m not just some sort of old public school dilettante floating around the South Bank or whatever,” Hitchcock protests, unbidden. “Making it work in Nashville means I actually am a real musician songwriter in the real musician songwriter town. And I think, ‘OK, I actuall
Technology
‘Injustice and pain’: Justin Baldoni makes first public statement on Blake Lively lawsuit
It Ends With Us director and his wife, Emily, shared five-minute Instagram video on ‘traumatic’ experience Justin Baldoni has spoken out about his legal battle with Blake Lively for the first time. In a five-minute Instagram video recorded with his wife, Emily, Baldoni talked about the “injustice and pain” that he says the couple endured in the year-long legal battle with his It Ends With Us co-star. Continue reading...
Markets
‘I’ve no idea how they got her number’: My student-loan servicer called a friend after I missed a payment. Is that legal?
“She said it’s the second message they have left.”
Technology
‘Little House on the Prairie’ Review: Netflix’s Laura Ingalls Wilder Reboot Sparkles With Appealingly Wholesome Sincerity
Ma, Pa, Laura and Mary return to TV in Rebecca Sonnenshine's new take on the material, which brings the Ingalls family from the Big Woods of Wisconsin to Independence, Kansas.
Technology
‘Love Island USA’ Host Ariana Madix Reacts to First Emmy Nomination: “I’m So Over the Moon”
Madix was nominated for best host for a reality or reality competition program.
Technology
‘Mu-ki-ra,’ From Colombian Creative Powerhouse Estefanía Piñeres Duque and ‘Decorado’ Producer Chelo Loureiro, Brought to Market by Latido Films (EXCLUSIVE)
“Mu-Ki-Ra,” from Colombian creative powerhouse Estefania Pineres Duque and Spain’s Ábano Producions, producer of Annecy winner “Decorado,” will be brought to market by Latido Films at Locarno. An animated musical adventure about diversity, empathy and the power to turn fear into friendship, “Mu-Ki-ra” was selected for Cannes’ 2024 Annecy Animation Showcase, one of the most […]
Culture
‘Music was my first desire’: Anthony Hopkins releases his debut single
Hollywood actor signs recording deal with Decca after decades of composing pieces inspired by his Welsh childhood Anthony Hopkins says he has achieved his “first desire” of signing a record deal, with his debut single being released on Friday. The 88-year-old Hollywood actor’s first album, Life Is a Dream, will be released next month by Decca Classics . It is a collection of pieces he has composed over six decades. Life Is a Dream will be released on 21 August Continue reading...
Technology
‘Naruto’ Movie Launches Global Casting Search to Find Actors to Play Live-Action Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura
The live-action “Naruto” movie is launching a worldwide casting search to find its three leading actors. The adaptation of Masashi Kishimoto’s classic manga is backed by Lionsgate. The casting search will fill the roles of Team 7: Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura. Additional casting for supporting roles will follow. Destin Daniel Cretton, the filmmaker behind Marvel’s “Shang-Chi” […]
Global
‘New terrifying levels’: 10 people fatally shot by immigration officials in Trump’s second term
As Trump’s immigration crackdown continues, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s death marks another high-profile killing by ICE officers Early on Tuesday morning, 52-year-old Lorenzo Salgado Araujo took his coffee and a meal his wife had prepared for him, said goodbye to his dog, and left the house he built. He drove his white van, picked up three co-workers, and headed towards a construction site to work on some houses. But Salgado never made it to work. During a “targeted enforcement operation”, officers with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shot and killed Salgado and arrested the three other men. Continue reading...
Culture
‘Ramones had leather jackets when they got spat on. We didn’t!’ David Byrne on touring with Talking Heads and taking advice from Lou Reed
As his American Utopia tour film hits cinemas, the musician answers your questions about his Scottish sense of humour, working with Brian Eno and his desire to direct another film In May 1977, Talking Heads along with Ramones toured the UK starting at Eric’s Club in Liverpool . Did touring as punk exploded have an impact on you? SpiritofWacker There was something really great about that tour because other than maybe a few singles the audience had never seen us, so there was a lot of curiosity and openness to us and Ramones, as different as we were. Later on, fans kind of decided they liked this band or didn’t like this band, but everything happened very quickly. I remember we did a show at the Roundhouse [in London] where somebody in the audience was gobbing on the bands and, of course, Ramones really didn’t like this. Understandably enough, they didn’t see it as a sign of – ha! – respec
Technology
‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ Hits Milestone 20th Season: When and Where to Watch Online
The supersized July 9 premiere marks original castmember Vicki Gunvalson's full-time 'RHOC' return.
Technology
‘Small Talk,’ a Nuanced Take on Switzerland’s Last Finishing School, Boarded by Urban Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Locarno-bound title “Small Talk,” a doc-fiction portrait of the power dynamics at play among the daughters of the world’s social elite, has been picked up for international sales by the Frédéric Corvez led Urban Sales.  The Paris-based sales agency will bring “Small Talk” to market at Switzerland’s Locarno Festival where it was announced Thursday as […]
Culture
‘Soul of the community’: Sabelo Mlangeni’s groundbreaking photography – in pictures
The South African photographer, whose images arise from being embedded in queer and rural communities, has been named the winner of the James Barnor prize Continue reading...
Technology
‘We’ve had moments of devastating pain’: jazz icons Ezra Collective on their new album – and why we can’t rely on the government
Speaking at a Guardian Live event at Love Supreme festival, the band tell us about lessons with Tony Allen, mayhem in Lagos and why musicians should be ‘pillars of the community’ At Sussex’s Love Supreme festival last weekend, Femi Koleoso and James Mollison of British jazz figureheads Ezra Collective joined me for a wide-ranging conversation on their artistry, the power of the dancefloor and hopes for the future of British music. With Koleoso noting that “dancefloors are dancefloors, whether it’s people with instruments or people with turntables, there’s a synergy between all those spaces”, the pair reminisced about some of their own favourite dancefloor memories. Mollison mentioned east London’s now-shuttered Passing Clouds, while Koleoso remembered north London’s University of Dub night at the Scala, as well as Sunday sessions at the Haggerston pub, where a jazz jam would take place a