Bay Area
'Lucky Strike' reunites Scott Eastwood, Rod Davis Lurie for WWII film
Inspired by true events, the new film "Lucky Strike" takes audiences back to World War II and honors veterans like 107-year-old Colonel Herb Stern.
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'Talk about getting gaslit,' Katie Couric rips into former '60 Minutes' boss
On the latest episode of the podcast Call Her Daddy, Katie Couric talked about her time working at CBS. The broadcast journalist recalled pitching ideas and her boss reassigning them to male correspondents.
Bay Area
1994 World Cup was a ‘turning point’ for soccer in the Bay Area and across the country
Stanford Stadium hosted six World Cup matches in 1994, including the July 4 knock-out match where the Americans suffered a 1-0 loss to Brazil, the eventual winners of the tournament.
Bay Area
1994 World Cup was a ‘turning point’ for soccer in the Bay Area and across the country
Stanford Stadium hosted six World Cup matches in 1994, including the July 4 knock-out match where the Americans suffered a 1-0 loss to Brazil, the eventual winners of the tournament.
Bay Area
1994 World Cup was a ‘turning point’ for soccer in the Bay Area and across the country
Stanford Stadium hosted six World Cup matches in 1994, including the July 4 knock-out match where the Americans suffered a 1-0 loss to Brazil, the eventual winners of the tournament.
Bay Area
1994 World Cup was a ‘turning point’ for soccer in the Bay Area and across the country
Stanford Stadium hosted six World Cup matches in 1994, including the July 4 knock-out match where the Americans suffered a 1-0 loss to Brazil, the eventual winners of the tournament.
California
2026 World Cup Is Putting FIFA’s Rules on Political Neutrality to the Test
For the first time in World Cup history, a host nation is at war with one of the competing teams.
Bay Area
22-year-old dies after falling over Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park, officials confirm
A 22-year-old man died after officials say he fell over Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park.
Culture
3.Paradis Spring 2027 Menswear
3.Paradis Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
33 Actually Groundbreaking Flower Nail Designs to Wear Right Now
Crystal, cat-eye, and pastel floral designs are trending everywhere. Celebrity nail artists break down how to wear the trend.
Culture
36 Gorgeous Garden Wedding Guest Dresses to Wear This Summer
Attending summer nuptials? Ensure you’re the best dressed with our edit of garden wedding guest dresses—from florals and pastels to silk delights.
Culture
40+ Minimalist Summer Dresses That Scream Chic
From Cos to Toteme to Matteau, shop 40+ minimalist summer dresses that scream chic and are ultra-wearable.
Culture
5 Ways to Style A Red Dress, For Any Summer Occasion
From summer weddings to July 4th festivities, a red dress is always the statement worth making.
Technology
54 Prime Day steals under $25 you won’t want to miss
We at The Verge love a good gadget or tchotchke, especially when it’s not too expensive. But with the rising cost of just about everything these days, many once-cheap gadgets aren’t so affordable anymore. Amazon and other retailers sell all sorts of products from word salad brand names, but only some of it is handy […] We at The Verge love a good gadget or tchotchke, especially when it’s not too expensive. But with the rising cost of just about everything these days , many once-cheap gadgets aren’t so affordable anymore. Amazon and other retailers sell all sorts of products from word salad brand names, but only some of it is handy and affordable enough to be worth telling you about. We’re highlighting some of our favorite picks that don’t suck and are on sale for Amazon Prime Day. Some of them you’ve likely seen us recommend before , but there are newcomers, too. Some are simple de
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74-year-old facing execution would be oldest put to death in modern Florida history
A 74-year-old man who is set to be put to death Thursday evening would be the oldest Florida inmate executed in modern history
Bay Area
A $28 minimum age for California construction workers is dead — killed by construction workers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A proposal that would have set a first-of-its-kind minimum wage for certain housing construction workers in California is dead for the year in the face of fierce opposition from a major construction union coalition. Assembly Bill 1751 would fast-track the approval of new […]
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A $28 minimum age for California construction workers is dead — killed by construction workers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A proposal that would have set a first-of-its-kind minimum wage for certain housing construction workers in California is dead for the year in the face of fierce opposition from a major construction union coalition. Assembly Bill 1751 would fast-track the approval of new […]
Bay Area
A $28 minimum wage for California construction workers is dead — killed by construction workers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A proposal that would have set a first-of-its-kind minimum wage for certain housing construction workers in California is dead for the year in the face of fierce opposition from a major construction union coalition. Assembly Bill 1751 would fast-track the approval of new […]
California
A $28 minimum wage for California construction workers is dead — killed by construction workers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A proposal that would have set a first-of-its-kind minimum wage for certain housing construction workers in California is dead for the year in the face of fierce opposition from a major construction union coalition. Assembly Bill 1751 would fast-track the approval of new […]
California
A $28 minimum wage for California construction workers is dead — killed by construction workers
A plan to set a $28 minimum wage for certain California homebuilders died when the influential trades union protested that it could undermine prevailing wage pay rates.
Culture
A $5 M. Guston Leads the Zabludowicz Collection at Christie’s London in a $34 M. Postwar to Contemporary Art Sale
Also selling for prices north of £1 million were works by Mark Bradford, Rashid Johnson, and Richard Prince from the collection of Anita and Poju Zabludowicz.
Bay Area
A YIMBY lawmaker thought she had a deal to kill an anti-tax ballot measure. She was wrong
In trying to stave off a transfer tax apocalypse, Buffy Wicks has made a lot of people angry.
Culture
A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan
There was no danger of a tsunami, the country's meteorological agency said.
News
A rifle-toting war reporter died with Custer at Little Bighorn 150 years ago
Thirty-eight journalists have died on the job while gathering news for The Associated Press over the years
Markets
A woman bilked by her accountant could owe the IRS nearly $330,000 after the Supreme Court refused to take her case
A bipartisan bill says this part of the tax code needs fixing
Markets
A world rejecting OPEC controls could usher in oil below $50 a barrel
Iraq’s hint that it could exit OPEC is yet another source of potential tumult for the global oil market in 2026.
Technology
ACM Awards Announce Date for 2027 Show
The show will return to Las Vegas on May 16, 2027, the ACMs and Dick Clark Productions confirmed on Thursday.
Technology
AI Music Platform Suno Reveals Incubator Program For Indie Artists
The company said it'd give indie artists grants in the controversial company's latest bid to curry favor with the music community.
Technology
AI is plowing through the workplace. This new group wants to help people adapt and have jobs
A new bipartisan nonprofit wants to help Americans who find they're out of work because of AI
Bay Area
Academic turf war between California colleges underscores need for new higher education plan
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When the Legislature passed the Master Plan for Higher Education in 1960, it envisioned a seamless, three-level system that would provide high-quality and low-cost instruction benefiting both those seeking careers and society as a whole. Under the plan, community colleges would specialize in […]
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Academic turf war between California colleges underscores need for new higher education plan
The increased competition between California's universities and community colleges shows why the state needs to update its 56-year-old higher education plan.
California
Academic turf war between California colleges underscores need for new higher education plan
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When the Legislature passed the Master Plan for Higher Education in 1960, it envisioned a seamless, three-level system that would provide high-quality and low-cost instruction benefiting both those seeking careers and society as a whole. Under the plan, community colleges would specialize in […]
California
Academic turf war between California colleges underscores need for new higher education plan
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When the Legislature passed the Master Plan for Higher Education in 1960, it envisioned a seamless, three-level system that would provide high-quality and low-cost instruction benefiting both those seeking careers and society as a whole. Under the plan, community colleges would specialize in […]
Bay Area
Academic turf war between California colleges underscores need for new higher education plan
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When the Legislature passed the Master Plan for Higher Education in 1960, it envisioned a seamless, three-level system that would provide high-quality and low-cost instruction benefiting both those seeking careers and society as a whole. Under the plan, community colleges would specialize in […]
Technology
Acclaimed Bengali Drama ‘Pinjar’ Lands International Deal, Girls’ Education Initiative (EXCLUSIVE)
Hazelnut Media, the Singapore-based impact production company, has acquired international rights to “Pinjar,” the Bengali feature directed by Kolkata physician and filmmaker Dr. Rudrajit Roy, and will amplify the film’s release through a real-world initiative backing education for girls in rural West Bengal. The film is set to open in Indian theaters on July 10. […]
Culture
Acne Studios Spring 2027 Menswear
Acne Studios Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Adam McKay Reveals Axed ‘Talladega Nights 2’ Plot and Says Will Ferrell Split ‘Is a Shame’: ‘I’m Open to the Idea’ of Working Together Again After 2019 Breakup
Adam McKay said in a new interview with Business Insider that he is “totally open to the idea” of working with Will Ferrell again. The duo behind some of the most beloved comedies of the 2000s (“Anchorman,” “Talladega Nights,” “Step Brothers”) infamously split in 2019 and dissolved their creative partnership, which included the Gary Sanchez […]
Bay Area
After his walk-off home run, Giants rookie Victor Bericoto’s focus is on Venezuela
The Maracay, Venezuela native attempted to contact family and friends at home after two major earthquakes devastated the region where he grew up.
Markets
After losing my son, would it be a mistake to sell my recently purchased house and move to my hometown?
“I raised my children there as a single mother, and it was the last home my son lived in before he passed away unexpectedly.”
Bay Area
Air Canada Flight AC7664 from Newark Airport diverts to Boston after captain suffers medical episode
A horrifying mid-air emergency unfolded when a plane was diverted after the captain experienced a medical episode during the flight.
Technology
Ajay Devgn Sets Action Comeback With ‘Chauhaan,’ From Jio Studios and Colour Yellow
Top Bollywood star Ajay Devgn is set to headline “Chauhaan,” an action entertainer presented by Jio Studios and produced in association with Colour Yellow Productions, marking his debut collaboration with filmmaker Aanand L. Rai. The title was unveiled Thursday on what would have been the birth anniversary of Devgn’s late father, stunt choreographer and action […]
Culture
All Eyes On the Star-Studded Biarritz Film Festival with Kristen Stewart, Marion Cotillard, and More
On Tuesday evening, it was as sweltering on the Basque coast as it was in heatwave-struck Paris, but that didn’t stop a throng of people from braving the temperatures to see the stars who converged at the opening of the fourth annual Biarritz Film Festival-Nouvelles Vagues.
Markets
Amateur investors are changing how the stock market works. That’s creating opportunities for those who know where to look.
The rise of the retail investor is making the market less efficient — and AI is compounding the problem, according to a quant at Goldman Sachs.
Science
America's oldest hospital preserves the nation's history of medicine and health care
There's a new museum in Philadelphia, but its building and mission date back to before this country was founded. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown went to see how the past and present meet at the Pennsylvania Hospital Museum. It's part of our ongoing coverage of health and arts for our CANVAS series.
Bay Area
America’s 250th birthday: A guide to Fourth of July events on the Peninsula and beyond
From fireworks and festivals to live music and drone shows, here’s where you can celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.
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America’s 250th birthday: A guide to Fourth of July events on the Peninsula and beyond
From fireworks and festivals to live music and drone shows, here’s where you can celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.
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America’s 250th birthday: A guide to Fourth of July events on the Peninsula and beyond
From fireworks and festivals to live music and drone shows, here’s where you can celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.
Bay Area
America’s 250th birthday: A guide to Fourth of July events on the Peninsula and beyond
From fireworks and festivals to live music and drone shows, here’s where you can celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.
Culture
Ami Paris Spring 2027 Menswear
Ami Paris Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Amiri Spring 2027: Navel Gazing
Mike Amiri explored L.A.'s dark underbelly with slick tailoring and flashy shirts with more than a few buttons undone.
Culture
An Exceptional Bronze Votive Chariot Was Unearthed, the First of its Kind Ever Found on the Iberian Peninsula
The find came at the significant Casas del Turuñuelo archaeological site.
News
Analyzing the Supreme Court decisions on immigration, gun control and Monsanto
The Supreme Court handed down major decisions on Thursday, including rulings that clear the way for the Trump administration to end deportation protections for many Haitians and Syrians. The justices also ruled that Monsanto cannot be held liable in lawsuits over Roundup and struck down a Hawaii gun law. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Supreme Court analyst and SCOTUSblog co-founder Amy Howe.
Technology
Ancient flowering plants may have used dinosaurs to spread their seeds
Scientists thought angiosperms didn’t use animals to spread seeds until after the Age of Dinosaurs. Fossilized fruits from these plants challenge this idea.
Technology
Android 17’s new foldable gaming mode could make flippy phones more fun
Android 17 is getting a dedicated gaming mode for foldables that will put a virtual gamepad with touch controls on half of your screen to theoretically make it easier to play games. With foldable gaming mode, which is set to launch in the coming months, the virtual controller emulates physical button presses at a system […] Android 17 is getting a dedicated gaming mode for foldables that will put a virtual gamepad with touch controls on half of your screen to theoretically make it easier to play games. With foldable gaming mode, which is set to launch in the coming months, the virtual controller emulates physical button presses at a system level and is designed to work "with any game that supports physical controllers," says Google's Mishaal Rahman on Reddit . For the actual inputs, the virtual controller will have a D-pad; left and right virtual sticks; A, B, X, and Y buttons; L1,
Technology
Andy and Jamie Murray to Launch Tennis YouTube Channel ‘The Set’
The long-term goal is to expand the channel into live events, podcasts and sponsor-led opportunities.
Technology
Ann Demeulemeester Resort 2027: Evolving Narrative
Stefano Gallici has a new approach to pre-collections, one that gave way to a more directional range and enabled his personal take on the brand to speak louder.
Technology
Annuity options are growing in 401(k)s, but adoption remains limited
Annuity options are gaining ground in 401(k)s, amid worker concerns about retirement income and longevity risks.
Technology
Another Tomorrow Spring 2027: Materials Girl
It was a collection of sharp pieces in regenerative wool, Peace Silk, French lace and Czech glass, but the brand's sustainability street cred is only the backstory.
Technology
Another roadblock for DOJ campaign against trans health
New bill proposes expanding methadone access, $5.7 trillion on U.S. health care, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Technology
Anshuman Jha’s First Ray Films Boards Animated Feature ‘Error#404,’ Selected for MIFA at Annecy (EXCLUSIVE)
Actor-producer Anshuman Jha’s First Ray Films has come on board as a co-producer on “Error#404,” an Indian animated feature from Bauddhayan Mukherji and Monalisa Mukherji’s Little Lamb Films, marking the first foray into feature animation for both companies. The film is among five Indian projects selected for the MIFA Namaste India Pitch Sessions at the […]
Technology
Anthony Boyle, Sam Claflin, Tom Hollander and Josh Finan Among Ensemble Joining Keira Knightley and Alicia Vikander in Dark Comedy ‘The Worst’ (EXCLUSIVE)
With shooting now underway in the south of France on dark comedy “The Worst,” the production has added a major cohort of names to its already buzzy cast. Sam Claflin (“F.A.S.T.,” “Daisy Jones and the Six”), Tom Hollander (“Gosford Park,” “The Night Manager”), Anthony Boyle (“I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning,” “The Altruists”), Josh Finan […]
Technology
Anthropic's latest hiring spree reveals where it's building AI data centers next
The AI lab is hiring for AI data center roles in Australia and Japan as it rushes to expand compute capacity overseas.
Culture
Aooo Talk Road to Second Album ‘Rooom,’ Setting Off Chemical Reactions With ‘Fun’ at the Core: Interview
Billboard Japan spoke with all four members to explore the story behind the album & the blueprint they're drawing together.
Bay Area
Apple increases prices for Macs and iPads, blaming a shortage of memory chips
Apple announced an increase in prices for Macs and iPads, citing a memory chip shortage brought on by the artificial intelligence boom.
Technology
Apple ratchets up prices, blames the cost of memory
Some Macs are hundreds of dollars more expensive today than yesterday.
Markets
Apple’s MacBooks and iPads are getting more expensive as the memory crunch deepens
Apple increased prices on select MacBooks and iPads Thursday morning on the heels of a blowout Micron earnings report.
Markets
Apple’s price hikes suggest inflation won’t slow quickly, even as gas gets cheaper
Gas is getting cheaper, but Apple raising prices probably tells us more about the persistence of inflation.
California
Arellano: Thanks to the World Cup, I'm finally learning the words to the Mexican national anthem
Seeing stadiums and bars packed with Latinos wearing the jerseys of their ancestral homes and warbling their national anthems during this World Cup has been a jolt of inspiration I wasn't expecting.
Culture
Art Basel’s Parent Company, MCH Group, To Launch New Miami Festival in October
Jupiter Festival will be based at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the same venue as Art Basel Miami, promising a mix of speakers and attendees that will sometimes “challenge and provoke the [media] industry,” alongside senior executives.
Technology
As Social Security faces trust fund depletion, some Washington lawmakers call for taxing high earners
High earners may only contribute Social Security payroll taxes for part of the year. As the program faces funding woes, some lawmakers say that should change.
Culture
As Touring Costs Rise, a New Platform Wants to Help Artists Determine If a Show Is Worth Playing
Founded by two touring musicians, GigLogic is designed to evaluate a potential concert's profitability.
Technology
As a K-Beauty Fan of 10-Plus Years, Here’s What to Buy on Sale During Prime Day
Confirming these 17 products are not overrated.
Bay Area
As school closures loom, San Jose Unified soccer watch party counters sadness with fun
As chants of “Mexico! Mexico!” rang through The Plex and students rushed between soccer stations, it was hard to tell who was having more fun: the children or the adults watching them.  A bevy of San José Unified students gathered on June 11 for the district’s Summer Soccer and Student Connection Event. Beyond the excitement […] The post As school closures loom, San Jose Unified soccer watch party counters sadness with fun appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Asa Butterfield, Jonny Lee Miller and Christine Tremarco Join BBC Beatles Drama ‘Hamburg Days’
Set in the early 1960s in the smoke-filled clubs of Hamburg’s St. Pauli red light district, the six-parter follows the Beatles' team-up with two young German artists.
Technology
Astronomers find biggest super-puff planets yet that are lighter than cotton candy
Astronomers have uncovered a pair of giant planets that are lighter than cotton candy
California
Asylum seekers may be turned away at the southern border, Supreme Court rules
The Supreme Court sharply limited the right to asylum for migrants who say they are fleeing persecution.
Culture
At least 188 people are dead in Venezuela after 2 earthquakes rocked the country's north
The 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes that hit Wednesday evening were among the strongest in Venezuela in more than a century, and could be felt throughout the region.
Bay Area
At least 23 lifeguards secretly recorded in OC locker room, ex-State Parks boss charged, DA says
A former California State Parks superintendent in Orange County has been released on bond after being accused of secretly recording lifeguards in a men's locker room, authorities said.
Culture
Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas
The quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.
Culture
Balenciaga Is Sponsoring Substackers
The French brand, which joined Substack last year with its own newsletter, is the first fashion house to become a Substack partner.
Bay Area
Bay Area pilot dies in plane crash in remote area of Alaska, officials say
A Bay Area pilot has been killed in a crash in a remote area of Alaska. It happened near Kanak Island last week, according to officials. A GoFundMe has been started to help the pilot's family.
California
Bayview-Hunters Point residents, community rally over Naval Shipyard cleanup
MULTIPLE COMMUNITY GROUPS rallied outside San Francisco City Hall on Wednesday, demanding that the city provide full cleanups, health reparations, and community health monitoring after more radioactive pollution was discovered in the Bayview-Hunters Point area. Protesters with Greenaction for Health & Environmental Justice and the Marie Harrison Community Foundation called for community supervised retesting of […] The post Bayview-Hunters Point residents, community rally over Naval Shipyard cleanup appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Beach Hazards Statement issued June 24 at 6:54PM PDT until June 25 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 5 feet with sets to 6 feet on south- southwest facing beaches. Strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous swimming conditions. Localized minor tidal overflow possible in the evenings during high tide when surf heights are 6 feet.
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Beach Hazards Statement issued June 25 at 1:02PM PDT until June 25 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 5 feet with sets to 6 feet on south- southwest facing beaches. Strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous swimming conditions. Localized minor tidal overflow possible this evening during high tide.
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Beach Hazards Statement issued June 25 at 2:45AM PDT until June 25 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 5 feet with sets to 6 feet on south- southwest facing beaches. Strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous swimming conditions. Localized minor tidal overflow possible in the evenings during high tide when surf heights are 6 feet.
Culture
Becky G Teases New Album ‘Baraja Bendita,’ Says It’s About ‘Choosing Your Own Fate’
The Mexican-American singer also dropped her new single, "Patrona."
Culture
Behind the Scenes of the Angelina Jolie Film That Had Special Access to the Chanel Atelier
“I felt this in the atelier, that there is so much concentration, it’s so constant, it’s almost like surgeons at work,” said director Alice Winocour.
Bay Area
Best deals for Amazon Prime Days under $25
Here are the best deals for Amazon Prime Days 2026 under $25. Shop now before they expire.
California
Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: June 26-28
A typewriter festival, a special LaSorted’s pie, the NYC ballet is here, a gem show and more of the best things to do this weekend.
Bay Area
Billionaires behind new Bay Area city hire CA power brokers
If at first you don’t succeed in your plan to build a new city from scratch, try again with a pair of the state Capitol’s best known dealmakers of this century. That’s essentially the new tactic a group of tech billionaires is using in its decade-long effort to turn an underdeveloped stretch of Solano County […]
Culture
Biodance Collagen Mask Review: Is This Viral Mask Worth It?
This TikTok legend promises to plump, smooth, and hydrate skin overnight but does it really work? Read our Biodance collagen mask review to find out.
Science
Bipartisan bill seeks to allow direct prescribing of methadone for opioid addiction
Methadone for opioid addiction has been available only at specialty clinics. A bipartisan bill would greatly expand access.
Culture
Bizarrap & Myke Towers Drop ‘BZRP Music Session #42/66’ — And Take Shots at Germany
The Argentine hitmaker’s first session of 2026 arrives with the Puerto Rican star, plus a video packed with soccer jabs aimed at Mario Götze.
Technology
Blondshell Returns With More Hard-Hitting Rock Songs on New Album ‘Violins’
The singer-songwriter has announced her third LP and shared the title track and video
Technology
Blondshell Tunes Up for New Album Violins
Watch the Los Angeles alt-rocker’s melodramatic video for the title track
Technology
Bluemarble Men’s Spring 2027: Life of a Collector
Rich with mineral‑inspired finishes and playful hardware, the collection pushed Bluemarble’s seasonless wardrobe approach forward.
Technology
Bond ETF flows surge in hunt for yield: 'Market sniffing out something here,' says BlackRock exec
Bond investors are abandoning aggregate benchmarks in favor of a broad mix of fixed-income investments to maximize yield with the stock market on edge.
Technology
Box Office Insiders: Meet the Team That Paid $70 Million to Control Hollywood’s Favorite Data Set
A private equity-backed deal led by Bay Area exec Anant Gupta and advised by ex-Paramount distribution chief Chris Aronson aims to revive Rentrak as the single, trusted handler of all theatrical grosses.
Culture
British Artist Tess Jaray, Known for Her Hard-Edge Abstractions, Has Died at 88
The British painter, printmaker, and educator died on May 24
Technology
Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow to Attend Clive Davis’ Funeral
Also set to participate at the private ceremony in New York on Monday are Kenny G, Jennifer Hudson and Dionne Warwick.
Technology
Burberry Teams With Leeds Beckett University in Yorkshire to Rework Surplus Gabardine
Burberry is honoring its Yorkshire roots, and continued manufacturing in the region to challenge, and support, emerging fashion talent.
Markets
CFPB Announces Joint Final Rule on Adopting Uniform Standards for Reporting Financial Data
CFPB Announces Joint Final Rule on Adopting Uniform Standards for Reporting Financial Data
Technology
CMA Fest 2026 Livestream: Where to Watch the Primetime Concert Special Online
With a number of free streaming options, here's how country music fans can catch the three-hour event live online.
Culture
CMA Fest 2026: Here’s How to Watch the Country Music TV Special Online for Free
Country music fans can enjoy the epic three-hour primetime TV concert special on Thursday (June 25) — watch online without cable.
California
California Agencies Disciplined Officers for Biased Conduct, but They Rarely Lost Their Jobs
California disciplinary records show officers who used racist, sexist and anti-LGBTQ language often kept their jobs after agencies sustained misconduct findings.
California
California Man Charged with Distributing and Producing Child Sexual Abuse Material
A federal grand jury in the Central District of California returned an indictment yesterday charging Andrew Dominguez, 37, of Los Angeles, California, with producing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
California
California agencies disciplined officers for biased conduct, but they rarely lost their jobs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In April 2023, the FBI discovered that Rafael Silva, an officer with the Delano Police Department in California’s Central Valley, had made violent threats against transgender people on TikTok. Under a pseudonym, Silva posted several comments that the FBI found imminently dangerous. One read, […]
California
California agencies disciplined officers for biased conduct, but they rarely lost their jobs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In April 2023, the FBI discovered that Rafael Silva, an officer with the Delano Police Department in California’s Central Valley, had made violent threats against transgender people on TikTok. Under a pseudonym, Silva posted several comments that the FBI found imminently dangerous. One read, […]
California
California agencies disciplined officers for biased conduct, but they rarely lost their jobs
California disciplinary records show officers who used racist, sexist and anti-LGBTQ language often kept their jobs after agencies sustained misconduct findings.
Bay Area
California agencies disciplined officers for biased conduct, but they rarely lost their jobs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In April 2023, the FBI discovered that Rafael Silva, an officer with the Delano Police Department in California’s Central Valley, had made violent threats against transgender people on TikTok. Under a pseudonym, Silva posted several comments that the FBI found imminently dangerous. One read, […]
Bay Area
California agencies disciplined officers for biased conduct, but they rarely lost their jobs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In April 2023, the FBI discovered that Rafael Silva, an officer with the Delano Police Department in California’s Central Valley, had made violent threats against transgender people on TikTok. Under a pseudonym, Silva posted several comments that the FBI found imminently dangerous. One read, […]
California
California becomes the first state to launch a tool to monitor and track artificial intelligence’s impacts on the workforce
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California
California boy drowns after jumping into lake to escape three vicious dogs
Fernando Torres Moreno, 12, of Kern County died last week after jumping into a lake to escape three vicious dogs and ended up drowning, authorities said.
California
California's 'first partner' targeted by Trump, Newsom says. Here is what we know about her career, finances
Jennifer Siebel Newsom earns money from organizations she founded or controls. They include a nonprofit that advocates for gender equity; a for-profit production company; and the California Partners Project.
Technology
Can Color Analysis Help You Shop More Sustainably?
Color analysis is booming on TikTok. Experts say it could help curb overconsumption, spurring shoppers to buy less but better.
Markets
Can Qualcomm actually compete with Nvidia? Inside its bold data-center gamble.
Qualcomm is chasing a massive $40 billion transformation. Meta is already buying in.
California
Chabria: This California bill is so bad it has me agreeing with a Trump Republican
A bill making its way through the California Legislature would make public records less public. It's a bad fix for an unclear problem.
Technology
Cher’s Son Still in Mental Hospital as Singer Continues Conservatorship Fight
"I understand that he may be held in New Hampshire up to a year and a half," the judge weighing Cher's conservatorship bid said Thursday
Technology
Chevron says no quick fix for gas prices as Trump takes on Big Oil: ‘It’s going to take time’
Her comments come shortly after President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into Big Oil, accusing them of "gouging" consumers.
Technology
Chicago Fed President Goolsbee says inflation is too high; Williams sees price pressures easing
In a live CNBC interview from his home district, Goolsbee declined to speculate on where he thinks interest rates are headed.
Technology
Christie’s Zabludowicz Sale Raises Questions, British Artist Tess Jaray Has Died: Morning Links for June 25, 2026
Here’s what we’re reading this morning.
Bay Area
Civil grand jury report warns of wildfire risk at SF's Glen Canyon Park
A recent Civil Grand Jury report has identified wildfire risks in San Francisco's Glen Canyon, warning that vegetation management is needed to reduce the potential for a fire in an area not typically associated with wildfire danger. The report focuses on the canyon's large population of Blue Gum eucalyptus trees, an invasive species originally imported from Australia.
Technology
Clyde & Co Survey Shows Rapid Escalation of AI, Geopolitical Risks
Technology is moving extremely fast, and a recent Clyde & Co survey of global business leaders has found that associated risks are weighing heavily. According to the law firm’s latest Corporate Risk Radar, 86% of leaders—CEOs, CFOs, COOs, general counsel, …
Bay Area
Collins: Real estate scams are on the rise
In the new age of technology, consumers and real estate professionals have countless opportunities to streamline the home-buying transaction process. However, while technology is crucial and often simplifies transactions, its widespread adoption has also introduced significant risks, including scams and other fraudulent activities, within the real estate industry. Scams and fraud in the real estate... The post Collins: Real estate scams are on the rise appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
Comcast-Owned Sky Agrees on Terms to Buy ITV’s Broadcast and Streaming Unit (Report)
Sky, the Comcast-owned U.K. pay-TV operator, has agreed on terms to buy British broadcaster ITV’s media and entertainment division, which is its network arm. Reuters reported the development on Thursday, citing two people familiar with the negotiations. As part of the £1.6 billion ($2.1 billion) deal, ITV Studios – the standalone production unit – would […]
California
Contra Costa County detects first West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes of year
The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District has detected the first West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes of the year in the county, officials announced Wednesday.  The infected mosquitoes were collected from a trap near Pacheco Marsh in the Martinez waterfront area, according to the district.  “West Nile virus is typically detected in the local mosquito […] The post Contra Costa County detects first West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes of year appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Core inflation rate hit 3.4% in May, highest since October 2023, Fed’s preferred gauge shows
The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to show a 4.1% annual increase.
Culture
Country Thunder Alberta Cancels Festival Citing Infrastructure Issues with the City of Calgary
The festival was slated to start in two days with Red Clay Strays, Lainey Wilson and Kane Brown.
Culture
Court Clears Way for Energy Development in Gulf of America
The U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland today dismissed a lawsuit challenging the National Marine Fisheries Service’s 2025 biological opinion and incidental take statement for oil and gas activities in the Gulf of America. The court held that the case is moot and that it lacks jurisdiction to proceed because the Endangered Species Committee exempted those activities from the requirements of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The dismissal was effective yesterday.
Culture
Crystal Bridges Museum Appoints Courtenay Finn as Chief Curator
She is currently chief curator and director of programs at the Orange County Museum of Art.
Technology
Cubitts Unveils The Yard, a 13,000-square-foot Optical Manufactory in London
The site consolidates frame making, lens production, and bespoke services under one roof, alongside a new David Shrigley mural.
Technology
DEA asks watchdog to investigate claims that agents permitted fentanyl to hit the streets
The federal Drug Enforcement Administration has asked the U.S. Justice Department’s internal watchdog to investigate a whistleblower’s claims that DEA agents permitted hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to hit the streets of New Mexico
Technology
Daniele Luchetti Sets New Film ‘Your Little Matter,’ Starring Tecla Insolia as an Orphan Looking for Her Birth Mother (EXCLUSIVE)
Veteran Italian director Daniele Luchetti — whose “The Ties” opened the 2020 Venice Film Festival — is back behind the camera on “Your Little Matter” (“Dove Non Mi Hai Portata”), a drama about a young writer looking into her parents’ dark past led by rising Italian talent Tecla Insolia. Italy’s Fandango and Vision Distribution have teamed […]
Technology
Darden Restaurants earnings beat estimates but Olive Garden growth weakens
Same-store sales growth at Darden's fine-dining restaurants and Olive Garden fell short of expectations.
California
Daryl Hall says he's 'already starting to feel better' after recent kidney transplant
The 79-year-old former Hall & Oates rocker says he recently underwent a kidney transplant from 'a very kind and generous living donor.'
Technology
David Clayton-Thomas, Blood, Sweat, and Tears Singer, Dead at 84
A memorial concert for the vocalist, who sang “You’ve Made Me So Very Happy,” is in the works
News
David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of brass rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84
Clayton-Thomas was a onetime street fighter and petty thief from Canada who briefly became a rock superstar.
Technology
David Webb Honors Semiquincentennial With Sotheby’s Exhibition
A curated selection of current and archival jewelry pieces will go on sale as part of the auction house’s summerlong exhibition series, “250 Years of American Art & Culture.”
Technology
Defense stocks slide again, as Germany’s naval U-turn shakes confidence in Europe’s rearmament boom
Rheinmetall and other European defense stocks fell for a second day, after Germany scrapped the F126 naval program, raising procurement concerns.
Science
Democrats To Propose Bill Capping Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs for Enrollees
Some Senate Democrats want to cap the amount beneficiaries in traditional Medicare have to pay toward care, but the move is expected to draw GOP opposition for potentially adding billions to Medicare costs.
Technology
Democrats probe Trump's troubled $16 million reflecting pool renovation
President Donald Trump has attempted to spruce up Washington in advance of the country's 250th anniversary.
Technology
Designer Fashion Deals Dominate Prime Day Thanks to Amazon’s Shopbop Storefront and Luxury Resale Partners
Amazon's biggest sale of the year includes up to half off Shopbop's inventory and $1,000-plus off pre-loved luxury handbags, watches and jewelry.
Markets
Digital Insurer Honeycomb Insurance Expands into Nevada
Digital insurer Honeycomb Insurance is expanding into Nevada roughly one month after receiving a $40 million funding round. The company’s recent launches include operations in Kansas and Missouri. Honeycomb’s digital platform is designed to enable agents to quote and bind …
Technology
Disney agrees to pay $50 million to YouTube TV and DirecTV subscribers
YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream customers may be eligible for a cash payout, after Disney agreed to pay $50 million to settle claims that it forced the services to increase their subscription prices. Anyone who was subscribed to YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream between April 1st, 2019, and March 31st, 2026 is eligible to claim […] The final settlement hearing will take place on January 14th, 2027. | Image: The Verge YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream customers may be eligible for a cash payout, after Disney agreed to pay $50 million to settle claims that it forced the services to increase their subscription prices. Anyone who was subscribed to YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream between April 1st, 2019, and March 31st, 2026 is eligible to claim under the proposed settlement agreement. All claims must be submitted to the online settlement portal by September 8th, 2026, and you can find more informati
California
Dixon residents tell Campbell’s soup factory to ‘can it’ over droning sound
Dixon police are fielding calls from residents regarding a constant droning sound likened to a jet engine coming from the Campbell Soup Supply Company on Pedrick Road just outside the city.  The sound started on Tuesday and is expected to last for at least another week, through July 1.  According to police, Campbell’s has said […] The post Dixon residents tell Campbell’s soup factory to ‘can it’ over droning sound appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Dolly Parton Graces Opening of Tennessee Truck Stop: ‘I Couldn’t Leave It to Beavers’
The star officially opened Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop on Wednesday
Culture
Don’t Push the Snooze Button: “Sleeping Beauty” Inspired the New Issue of All-In Magazine
The spring 2027 menswear season in Paris will close out with the launch of the new issue of Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø’s All-In magazine featuring deep dives into the archives of Viktor & Rolf and Imitation of Christ.
Bay Area
Downtown parking fee hike riles local businesses
San Jose has delayed a decision on whether to increase downtown parking prices after widespread pushback from local businesses and workers. The measure would have increased rates for hundreds of parking meters in the downtown core from $2 an hour to a maximum of $4 an hour, and also extended the machine’s operating hours further... The post Downtown parking fee hike riles local businesses appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
Dries Van Noten Men’s Spring 2027: Dream Sequence
Julian Klausner flexed his muscles as a gifted colorist, and a vivid storyteller with his carefree, lightweight collection.
Culture
Dries Van Noten Spring 2027 Menswear
Dries Van Noten Spring 2027 Menswear
California
Drug overdoses in L.A County drop for third straight year. Here's why
Los Angeles County Public Health Department officials say accidental drug overdose deaths are down for the third year in a row.
Technology
EU Ratifies US Trade Pact, Extends Suspension of $4B in Duties on US Goods in Boeing-Airbus Feud
With the Turnberry Agreement finally finding its footing, a reopening of wounds and the reignition of a contentious trade battle over aircraft subsidies has likely held little appeal for the EU.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Dsquared2 Names Bad Gyal Its First Global Brand Ambassador
Chief executive officer Chiara Baravalle explained why the brand zeroed in on the Spanish singer and songwriter for the role.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Rag & Bone Is Going on Tour With Cara Delevingne
The model, actress and musician is serving as the face of Rag & Bone's fall 2026 campaign, which features the brand following Delevingne on her first music tour.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Stray Kids’ I.N Returns to Damiani Ad Campaign
The K-pop sensation fronts the jeweler’s latest ad campaign, titled “Damiani Icons,” alongside Mariacarla Boscono for the second time.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Wang Yibo and Leah Dou Front 2026 Coco Crush Campaign
Linking up for a second time, the brand ambassadors appear in the fine jewelry campaign that's timed to coincide with this year’s Qixi Valentine's Day.
Technology
Eileen Fisher and More Join Circulose’s Growing Brand Roster
Circulose is a regenerated material made from 100 percent discarded textiles.
Science
Emergency Department Visits for Suspected Suicide Attempts - United States, 2021-2025
This report describes numbers of emergency department visits for suspected suicide attempts during 2021-2025.
Bay Area
Emmy Rossum is on the hunt for a female serial killer in Hulu's 'Furious'
"Female killers... kill for power control." Get your first look at Emmy Rossum's new series, "Furious." The first three episodes stream July 27 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
Technology
Erykah Badu Is Going on Tour With the Alchemist
Select shows will also feature De La Soul, Smino, and “additional special guests”
Bay Area
Event permit request fuels speculation of possible Taylor Swift‑Travis Kelce wedding at MSG
An event company has filed a permit requesting the closure of West 31st Street near MSG, the first concrete sign of planning for a possible Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding July 3, two city officials told ABC News.
Technology
Every Homo naledi we know of is female, and the implications are fascinating
"There is no natural explanation," says paleoanthropologist John Hawks.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 24 at 8:10PM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to 112 degrees. Localized Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...The lower Colorado River Valley, including the city of Yuma. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 24 at 8:10PM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 107 to 114 degrees. Localized Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Western Imperial County including the city of El Centro. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 102 to 110 degrees. Major Heat Risk. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Imperial County Southwest. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM Friday to 11 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 115 degrees. Major Heat Risk. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Imperial Valley including the city of El Centro. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to 112 degrees. Major Heat Risk. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...In Arizona, Central La Paz and Parker Valley. In California, Palo Verde Valley. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM MST /11 AM PDT/ to 11 PM MST /11 PM PDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 25 at 2:19AM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 114. Localized Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Western Imperial County including the city of El Centro. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 25 at 2:19AM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 107 to 112. Localized Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...The lower Colorado River Valley, including the city of Yuma. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
Technology
FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet
Carr cites screen time concerns, is accused of trying to be "the nation’s parent."
Culture
FOX One Deal: Here’s How to Save 30% Off a Streaming Subscription
Our guide to livestream FOX, FS1 and FS2 to livestream 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at home.
Technology
Facebook’s Creator Studio has been revived as an AI companion app
Meta is bringing back the Facebook Creator Studio page manager, now "reimagined" as a standalone AI companion app. The new app aims to make it easier for creators to connect with their audiences and show them "exactly how to grow on Facebook," according to Meta's announcement. Meta's AI Creator Assistant is a central focus of […] This is what the new Creator Studio app looks like, after the original service was shuttered in 2023. | Image: Meta Meta is bringing back the Facebook Creator Studio page manager, now "reimagined" as a standalone AI companion app. The new app aims to make it easier for creators to connect with their audiences and show them "exactly how to grow on Facebook," according to Meta's announcement. Meta's AI Creator Assistant is a central focus of the newly reimagined app - users can ask the chatbot to provide performance tracking insights and tailored recommendat
Bay Area
Facing downtown vacancies, Menlo Park clears way for new businesses on Santa Cruz Avenue
Vacant downtown Menlo Park storefronts like 714 Santa Cruz Ave. could be occupied by salons and spas as part of the city’s effort to address vacancies. Photo by Seeger Gray. The Menlo Park City Council approved a package of zoning changes on June 23 that will allow more types of businesses to open on Santa […]
Bay Area
Family of former NFL player Doug Martin files federal civil rights lawsuit after death in Oakland police custody
The family of former NFL player Doug Martin has filed a lawsuit against police officers, paramedics and the city of Oakland after their son died in police custody.
Technology
Fanatics Sportsbook Is Turning Real Bets Into An Animated Series (Exclusive)
'Sketchy Bets' will see 'SNL' star Kam Patterson tell the tale of real bets through sketchbook-style animated shorts.
Technology
Fast Retailing’s Climate Gains Start With Its Supply Chain
The Uniqlo owner's long-term supplier partnerships, material shifts and responsible procurement strategy are helping it beat its Scope 3 target ahead of schedule.
Markets
Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement action with Jiko Group, Inc.
Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement action with Jiko Group, Inc.
Markets
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with employee of Bank of Eufaula and S N B Bancshares, Inc.
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with employee of Bank of Eufaula and S N B Bancshares, Inc.
News
Federal judge halts Trump's election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list
It was the second ruling in as many days against executive orders Trump has signed seeking oversight of the nation's elections.
Technology
Feds deny Polestar authorization to sell cars in US from model year 2027
Unlike with Volvo, there will be no authorization for Polestar to sell its cars here.
Technology
Feng Chen Wang Spring 2027: Worlds Collide
She teased several looks from an upcoming capsule with Under Armour and revealed impressive results from her experiment with botanical contact printing onto leather.
Bay Area
Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi
Among those who received invites to the Oscar voting body are Teyana Taylor, Josh O'Connor, Jenna Ortega, Jacob Elordi and Simu Liu.
California
Fire Weather Watch issued June 24 at 8:20PM PDT until June 27 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zone Indian Wells Valley. Fire weather zone Kern County Desert. Fire weather zone Lake Isabella. * WIND...50 TO 60 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 55 MPH ON FRIDAY IN EASTERN KERN COUNTY. 70 TO 80 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 55 MPH ON SATURDAY IN EASTERN KERN COUNTY. 70 TO 80 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 40 MPH AT LAKE ISABELLA. * HUMIDITY...EASTERN KERN COUNTY MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 12-20 PERCENT. LAKE ISABELLA MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 25-35 PERCENT. * THUNDERSTORMS...NO THUNDERSTORM THREAT * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
California
Fire Weather Watch issued June 25 at 4:48AM PDT until June 27 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zone Indian Wells Valley. Fire weather zone Kern County Desert. Fire weather zone Lake Isabella. * WIND...50 TO 60 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 55 MPH ON FRIDAY IN EASTERN KERN COUNTY. 70 TO 80 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 55 MPH ON SATURDAY IN EASTERN KERN COUNTY. 70 TO 80 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 40 MPH AT LAKE ISABELLA. * HUMIDITY...EASTERN KERN COUNTY MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 12-20 PERCENT. LAKE ISABELLA MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 25-35 PERCENT. * THUNDERSTORMS...NO THUNDERSTORM THREAT * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Culture
First Reactions to Sarah Burton’s Givenchy Menswear Debut
The designer put forward tracksuits and sharp tailoring for her first menswear collection.
California
Five LA restaurants honored with their first Michelin star
At the awards ceremony in San Diego on Wednesday night, DTLA's Kato also was honored with its second star.
Bay Area
Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center has closed, governor says
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the closure of the temporary immigration center known as "Alligator Alcatraz."
News
Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center has closed, governor says
Gov. Ron DeSantis said the center at an isolated airstrip in the Everglades was always meant to be only temporary until more permanent detention centers could be secured and federal officials now have that capacity.
Markets
Florida-Based Safepoint Withdraws IPO Just as it Was Expected to Launch
Florida-based Safepoint Holdings, parent company of Safepoint Insurance and Manatee Insurance Exchanged has filed to withdraw its initial public offering plans in the U.S., the Florida insurer said on Wednesday. The withdrawal comes even as the IPO market has picked …
Culture
For Restless Sleepers Resort 2027
For Restless Sleepers Resort 2027
California
For a dinner party gone entertainingly wrong — or is it right? — accept 'The Invite'
Exploring contemporary coupledom with a confident touch, director Olivia Wilde gets the best out of Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton.
Technology
Ford had to hire back former engineers to fix mistakes made by its automated systems
To celebrate its new status as No. 1 in JD Power's initial quality ranking among mainstream automakers, Ford is opening up about the challenges it has faced in recent years, especially around its reliance on automated systems in production and design. It turns out that those automated systems were not as robust as previously assumed, […] To celebrate its new status as No. 1 in JD Power's initial quality ranking among mainstream automakers, Ford is opening up about the challenges it has faced in recent years, especially around its reliance on automated systems in production and design. It turns out that those automated systems were not as robust as previously assumed, requiring Ford to hire experienced technicians - sometimes bringing back former employees - to correct errors made by the company's robots. In Ford's view, AI is both powerful and prone to pitfalls. Its effectiveness d
Markets
Four Screwworm Cases Found on a Texas Farm in Biggest Batch Yet
The four most recent cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed on the same Texas property, marking the largest cluster of detections to be reported since the parasite was found in the US earlier this month. Three cattle …
Technology
Framework has good news and bad news
Thanks to the component crisis, it's a bad time to want a new computer. But if you are waiting on a preorder for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro - which Framework's CEO has called the "MacBook Pro for Linux users" - the company shared good news on Thursday that might mean yours will cost less […] Thanks to the component crisis, it's a bad time to want a new computer . But if you are waiting on a preorder for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro - which Framework's CEO has called the "MacBook Pro for Linux users" - the company shared good news on Thursday that might mean yours will cost less than you expected. The company announced that it has secured cheaper new PCIe Gen 5 SSDs from its supplier, Adata, and if you had put in an order for a configuration with a 500GB SSD, you'll now get a 1TB SSD at a lower price. Framework also said you can also now order configurations with the new 1TB or 2TB
Technology
From 'The Lion' to 'The Tiger': Conservative Trump allies gain ground in Latin America
Trump-endorsed outsider Abelardo de la Espriella will take the reins as Colombia's president in August, making the South American nation the latest country in Latin America to have chosen more conservative leadership.
California
From Queens to Ireland and back, Des Bishop turns a turbulent past into comedy in 'Bridge and Tunnel'
Queens-born comic Des Bishop's new "Bridge & Tunnel" special captures his long, winding journey from Irish stardom back to New York, where he finally finds his fast-paced American voice.
Technology
GM reveals 2027 GMC Sierra pickup with new V-8 engines, redesigned styling
The new GMC Sierra trucks are crucial to GM's sales and earnings, especially highly profitable luxury Denali and off-road AT4 models.
Technology
GameStop’s CEO just sacrificed a $35 billion pay package. Here’s how it could impact his effort to buy eBay
Ryan Cohen has shared few details on how he'll move forward with his $56 billion offer for eBay since the company rejected the proposal in May.
Technology
Gary Oldman to Receive Edinburgh TV Fest’s Golden Icon Award (Exclusive)
The Oscar-winning actor has seen a late-career revival with his turn as shambolic spy Jackson Lamb in 'Slow Horses.'
Bay Area
Gen Z isn’t as politically fragile as you think
Youth for Common Sense was created as a space for San Francisco high schoolers to agree to disagree. The club is quickly spreading nationally.
Technology
Genndy Tartakovsky Sets ‘Conan the Barbarian’ Series with Cartoon Network Studios and Prime Video
Genndy Tartakovsky is developing a “Conan the Barbarian” series with Cartoon Network Studios and Prime Video – suggesting the animation great is firmly back in the Warner Bros. fold having spent a few years developing features with Sony, returning earlier this year with a new season of “Primal” on Adult Swim.  The announcement was made […]
Technology
Genre-Bending Stories, Trailblazing Co-Productions Head Annecy’s MIFA Feature Pitches
The Annecy Animation Festival, now in full swing, offers a vibrant mix of world premieres and unique screenings aimed at animation fans and industry execs alike. For the latter, the MIFA Feature Pitches are undoubtedly a festival centerpiece. Showcasing projects of independent filmmakers across the globe, these highly anticipated pitch sessions consistently serve as the […]
Technology
Get a load of this: Humans and great apes share similar giggles
A new study suggests humans and great apes have been giggling in similar ways dating back 15 million years
Bay Area
Giant fighting robots step into the ring at new San Francisco storefront for boxing bots
A 6-foot fighting robot was unveiled in San Francisco by REK at an empty warehouse that will soon be transformed into a humanoid robot one-stop shop.
Technology
Givenchy Men’s Spring 2027: Character Studies
For her debut men's presentation, Sarah Burton cast a wide net, offering a wardrobe for various occasions, generations and attitudes.
Culture
Go West: One Vogue Editor’s National Parks Obsession Finds A New Gear In Utah
Having explored Yosemite, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, and others, Nicole Phelps finds nirvana at the state’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Technology
Gold hovers around $4,000, silver holds below $60 — has the shimmer worn off the precious metal rally?
Gold is down almost 8% so far this year, while silver has shed more than 20%.
Technology
Google finally releases a Finance Android app, promises iOS version later in 2026
It took 20 years, but the Finance app arrives just in time to be packed full of AI.
Markets
Google’s YouTube Settles Case Over Social Media Harm to Children
Google’s YouTube has settled a lawsuit brought by a minor who claimed the platform damaged his mental health, his lawyers said Tuesday, ahead of a second California trial over social media’s role in the youth mental health crisis. The terms …
California
Governor Newsom announces $227 million to combat illicit cannabis activity and protect California communities
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California
Gun owners may carry a weapon into stores, Supreme Court rules, rejecting a California law
Supreme Court extends the right to carry in public
Culture
Gut-Loving Anti-Inflammatory Spices to Add to Your Diet
Two medical experts weigh in on which spices can help improve your health.
Technology
H&M Sees Flat Sales in Q2 With 3% Fewer Stores
The group is shuttering locations, opening in new markets and focusing on full-price sales.
Culture
HBO Max Deal: Here’s How to Save Nearly 30% Off an Annual Streaming Subscription
For Prime Day, get HBO Max for check to watch House of the Dragon , Euphoria , The Last of Us and original music programming.
Technology
Harry Styles Just Wore the Perfect Pair of Jorts
For anyone who’s experienced ego death in a fluorescent-lit dressing room while trying on jorts, let Harry Styles be your sartorial North Star.
Technology
Hear the Rolling Stones’ ‘Divine Intervention’ Featuring the Cure’s Robert Smith
Band also unveiled the video for "Jealous Lover," which features Anya Taylor-Joy and Charles Melton
Markets
Heat Wave Breaks French and UK Records as Temperatures Soar
The heat wave baking western Europe smashed records in the UK and France, as the region faces another day of disruptive temperatures. The UK recorded its hottest June day on Wednesday, with daytime highs hitting 36.1C (97F) in Gosport in …
Technology
Heavy Texas Rain Pushes Corpus Christi Water Emergency Into 2027
Corpus Christi, the leading crude-export hub in the US, is no longer facing an imminent emergency after heavy rain and tropical storms replenished reservoirs that had been depleted by years of drought. The South Texas coastal city had projected it …
Markets
Here are five themes Wall Street left behind while chasing a single trade
Citrini Research says the artificial intelligence trade is getting crowded and investors might start refocusing on some less popular sectors with promise.
Culture
Here’s What’s Inside Roc Nation’s Pop-Ups Celebrating 30th Anniversary of Jay-Z’s ‘Reasonable Doubt’
Billboard got an early look at the installation in the Dumbo neighborhood of NYC ahead of the launch.
Technology
Here’s a bunch of Prime Day deals on keyboards, mice, and other peripherals we like
RAMageddon has come for computers. The price of memory chips, hard drives, and solid state storage has skyrocketed. That’s led to price increases on desktop and laptop RAM, SSDs, spinning hard drives, and pretty much everything that uses any of those things. Consoles are more expensive. Desktops are more expensive. Laptops are more expensive. Tablets […] You can get a great, color-accurate 5K monitor for half the price of an Apple Studio Display. | Photo by John Higgins / The Verge RAMageddon has come for computers. The price of memory chips, hard drives, and solid state storage has skyrocketed. That’s led to price increases on desktop and laptop RAM, SSDs , spinning hard drives, and pretty much everything that uses any of those things. Consoles are more expensive . Desktops are more expensive . Laptops are more expensive. Tablets and phones are more expensive. Even MacBooks, which
Culture
Here’s the Date of the 2027 ACM Awards
This will be the sixth consecutive year that the show has streamed on Prime Video.
California
Hiltzik: Puncturing the myth of Alan Greenspan, whose policies gave us the Great Recession
Alan Greenspan was revered in the 1980s and 1990s for supporting the stock market, but retrospective views cloud his legacy.
California
Hooked on Books: Is there an author in the house? Only MDs need reply!
Bay Area writer Daniel Mason, the Pulitzer-Prize nominated author of “North Woods” and “The Registry of My Passage Upon the Earth,” has a sixth book coming out on July 7, and though the previous five were distinct in their breadth and focus, “Country People” (Random House, $26, 320 pages) is a true departure into another realm. As […] The post Hooked on Books: Is there an author in the house? Only MDs need reply! appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
Hormuz Fees Branded ‘Unacceptable’ by Trump in Warning to Iran
President Donald Trump said tolls on ships sailing in the Strait of Hormuz would be a red line issue for the US in negotiations with Iran. Asked if he would reject a final Iran deal if it included any service …
Technology
HorrorHound Launches Genre Streaming Service; Festival Hit ‘The Babysitter Murders: Timing’s Off’ Among First Titles (EXCLUSIVE)
A new player in the horror movie streaming space has arrived. Genre magazine HorrorHound announced today the launch of HorrorHound TV, a new independent horror-focused streaming platform. The service is set to launch on July 1, with Orin Black’s “The Babysitter Murders: Timing’s Off” set as one of the launch exclusives. “The Babysitter Murders: Timing’s […]
Technology
Household Incomes Goes Out as Fast as it Comes In.
The BEA released its monthly consumer spending report, and the results reveal implications for retailers and brands.
California
How Culver City-based Scopely built 'Monopoly Go!' into a mobile games juggernaut
After a seven-year development process, "Monopoly Go!" is approaching $8 billion in lifetime revenue.
News
How the Supreme Court immigration rulings could impact asylum in the U.S.
To discuss the impact of the Supreme Court's immigration rulings, Amna Nawaz spoke with Doris Meissner. She served as a top official at the Immigration and Naturalization Service under President Reagan and led it under President Clinton. She's now a senior fellow at the Migration Policy Institute.
California
How to Listen to ‘The Latest From KQED’
The Latest from KQED is a daily local news podcast that is powered by our award-winning newsroom and updates up to 19 times a day, giving you Bay Area news as it happens.
Technology
I Found the Best Shampoos for Fine Hair That Add Volume, Body, and Shine
The best shampoos for fine hair enhance fullness, without feeling heavy. A Vogue beauty editor tried and tested a range of formulas to determine the shampoo for every concern.
Technology
IBM claims world’s first sub-1 nanometer chip technology
IBM’s nanostack transistors could boost chip performance or energy efficiency.
Culture
IM Men Spring 2027 Menswear
IM Men Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
IM Men Spring 2027: Bamboo Shadows
The design team craftily mixed elegance with mystery this season.
Bay Area
IRS did better than expected in tax season after slashing staff, except on the phone, watchdog says
The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce.
Culture
Illegal Alien from Honduras Sentenced for $89 Million Off-the-Books Payroll Tax Fraud Scheme Employing Illegal Aliens
An illegal alien from Honduras was sentenced yesterday to 96 months in prison for his role in operating a years-long off-the-books cash payroll scheme that facilitated the employment of illegal aliens working in the United States. The scheme caused a total loss to the United States of more than $38 million.
Bay Area
In a rainbow-trimmed robe at the World Cup at San Francisco's Chase Center, a gay Qatari doctor advocates for equal rights
Dr. Nasser Mohamed strolled past a crowd of several hundred people outside Chase Center as the England-Croatia World Cup match was shown high above on the big screen.
Technology
In ‘The Lion at My Back,’ A Teenage Asylum Seeker and a Cypriot in Her 40s Form an Unexpected Bond (Exclusive Clip)
The second feature from Cypriot writer, director and producer Tonia Mishiali, world premiering in the Crystal Globe competition at Karlovy Vary, shows that family feelings can blossom in unlikely places.
News
Indiana man charged after being accused of stalking WNBA player Sophie Cunningham
An Indiana man has been charged on accusations he stalked WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and sent her threatening and explicit messages on social media
Bay Area
Inside George Kittle’s ‘Tight End U,’ a 49ers convention closed by Taylor Swift
Brock Purdy, Mac Jones, and Kyle Juszczyk were among the San Francisco players who appeared at Kittle’s sixth annual event in Nashville.
Technology
Inside India newsletter: Meet the humans teaching robots to perform routine tasks, as India finds a way to enter the AI race
Several companies have cropped up in India providing video training data made by humans that is being used to teach robots in the U.S. and China.
Culture
Inside Will Peltz and Kenya Kinski-Jones’s Wedding at the Groom’s Childhood Home in Westchester County
The bride wore a custom dress by Brandon Maxwell for a ceremony filled with family traditions and tributes—and even an impromptu basketball watch party to catch the Knicks winning the championship.
Technology
Instagram wants to monopolize your attention
This week, Instagram launched a series of new features for its smart TV app that are all designed to get people to spend more time on the platform through the biggest screens in their homes. In addition to vertical Reels, Instagram for TV - which is currently available for Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, and […] This week, Instagram launched a series of new features for its smart TV app that are all designed to get people to spend more time on the platform through the biggest screens in their homes. In addition to vertical Reels , Instagram for TV - which is currently available for Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, and Samsung Smart TVs - users can now watch disappearing Stories and horizontal videos with aspect ratios similar to what you typically see on YouTube. And soon, Instagram will make a big push for longform, episodic content and TV-focused "live creator experiences." This foray into
Technology
Iran behind attack on cargo vessel near Oman in Strait of Hormuz, U.S. official tells MS NOW
"The only crop we're harvesting is what you planted: decades of mistrust," Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said in a social media post.
Technology
Iran tightens its grip on Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices higher
Oil risks fresh shocks as Iran appears to assert control over the key waterway.
Technology
Iran warns ships it's 'unacceptable and dangerous' to transit the Strait of Hormuz without their approval
The stern warning underscores Tehran's resolve to retain control over the Strait of Hormuz and to resist transits that bypass its authorization.
Technology
Iran's neighbor, U.S. ally: What Pakistan gains from being a peacemaker
Pakistan's efforts to bring an end to the conflict in the Middle East are driven by the need to avoid a spillover across its borders.
Technology
Is A24 Still Cool?
We are entering an era when anything Big Tech-associated smells bad, and even the most beloved brands are getting smoke-bombed.
Technology
Is this solar e-bike a good idea or sophisticated e-waste?
I like the idea of a solar-powered electric bike, but I don't think anyone should buy the new Phosgo Go5 - not yet, anyway. This "world's first AI solar e-bike" promises to "eliminate range anxiety," and is sold by a new brand out of China hoping to make a big splash by selling direct-to-consumer through […] Tempting, isn’t it? | Image: Phosgo I like the idea of a solar-powered electric bike, but I don't think anyone should buy the new Phosgo Go5 - not yet, anyway. This "world's first AI solar e-bike" promises to "eliminate range anxiety," and is sold by a new brand out of China hoping to make a big splash by selling direct-to-consumer through a global crowdfunding campaign . So many red flags here. According to a media kit the company sent me from a generic gmail.com address, Phosgo is a joint venture between Jiaxing Dazhe Solar Energy and Shenzhen Honglianda Technology. Dazhe pro
Technology
It’s a bad time to want a new computer
It's not exactly surprising that RAMaggeddon is making new tech hardware really expensive. But if you've been in the market for things like a new computer or tablet, this week has been filled with sticker shock. Given how many companies announced price hikes related to component shortages, it seems unlikely things will get cheaper any […] It's not exactly surprising that RAMaggeddon is making new tech hardware really expensive. But if you've been in the market for things like a new computer or tablet, this week has been filled with sticker shock. Given how many companies announced price hikes related to component shortages, it seems unlikely things will get cheaper any time soon. Valve started the week off by finally revealing the price of the Steam Machine, its long-delayed, console-like PC that, in our tests, has performance on par with the PS5 . It starts at $1,049 , nearly doub
Technology
JPMorgan names Doug Petno and Troy Rohrbaugh co-presidents as longtime exec Marianne Lake exits
The moves would appear to make Doug Petno and Troy Rohrbaugh the most obvious possible successors to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon.
Technology
James Murdoch-Backed Art Basel Owner Pushes Into Media Events Business (Exclusive)
MCH Group, in which the Fox scion is the largest shareholder, is launching an event titled the Jupiter Festival with an eye toward becoming a stop on the thought leader circuit.
Markets
Japanese stocks are on fire. Here’s what’s driving the hot streak.
Japanese equities have hit all-time highs at a pace not seen since 1989.
Bay Area
Jason Momoa returns to DC as wild antihero Lobo in 'Supergirl'
Jason Momoa shares why his dream is coming true in the form of a cigar-smoking, motorcycle-riding bounty hunter in the new DC film, "Supergirl."
Technology
Jay-Z Has 30 Years’ Worth of Memories to Revisit in Trailer for Rick Rubin-Directed Doc Series
The career-spanning JAŸ-Z in 8 eight-part series will premiere on HBO Max later this year
Culture
Jay-Z’s ‘Reasonable Doubt’ Album: All 14 Tracks Ranked
In honor of the project's 30th anniversary, we talk about and rank each song from Reasonable Doubt's original pressing.
Culture
Jelly Roll Surprise-Releases ‘Hands Up,’ His First Song Since Filing for Divorce from Bunnie Xo
The country artist is putting his positivity on full display with the faith-driven song.
Culture
Josh Baker and Orbital’s Paul Hartnoll Among New ADE Pro Speakers for 30th Anniversary Conference
The industry and networking event returns to the Dutch capital this fall.
Technology
Judge Gives Trump Administration Deadline to Explain Tarp Covering Kennedy Center
The tarp was erected while President Donald Trump’s name was being removed from the center’s facade under a court order.
Technology
Judge blocks Trump's rule limiting federal student loans for certain grad school borrowers
A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's limits on how much certain graduate students can borrow. That policy was set to go into effect July 1.
California
Judge rules Vermont Avenue bus project will move ahead, for now, without bike lanes
The $400 million Metro project will add dedicated bus lanes along a more than 12-mile-long stretch of Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles.
Technology
Judge says lawsuit against Trump DOJ 'anti-weaponization' fund will proceed
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche originally set up the fund as part of a settlement of a lawsuit by President Donald Trump against the IRS.
California
Jury appears deadlocked in Palisades fire arson trial, signaling possible mistrial
A federal jury weighing arson charges in the Palisades fire says it is at a standstill after 13 hours of deliberations, raising the prospect of a mistrial.
California
K-pop singer Samuel honors his Latino roots with flair in new EP 'Samuelito'
Born in L.A. to Korean and Mexican parents, K-pop idol Samuel explains why he fashioned his own "K-tone" fusion sound in his new EP, "Samuelito"
Technology
KATSEYE Warns Against Making ‘Assumptions’ About Manon’s Hiatus: ‘It’s Not Our Place’
"We want to give her all the time that she needs," Sophia said in a new interview.
California
KQED Innovates on the Daily News Podcast
The Latest pulls fresh reporting, analysis and updates from KQED’s trusted journalists and uses cutting-edge technology to deliver a first-of-its-kind podcast that functions as a continuously updated stream, whenever you’re ready to listen.
Bay Area
Kawakami: The Buster Posey reality — it’s not about PR, but it has to be better than this
The Giants’ president of baseball operations wasn’t going to make anybody else face the music. Even if he had almost nothing to say.
Technology
Keanu Reeves-Voiced Stop-Motion Samurai Animation ‘Hidari’ Steals the Show at Annecy: ‘Imagine ‘John Wick’ Set in Feudal Japan and Performed by Wooden Puppets on Steroids’
Keanu Reeves thrilled fans at Annecy, sending a video message to confirm his participation in samurai stop-motion project “Hidari.” “I think that the stop-motion and what they’ve done, their hope and ambition is very cinematic. It can be both big scale and very intimate, and with the script they have developed, I think it’s extraordinary. […]
News
King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after completion of costly, decade-long refurbishment
Built in the 1820s, Buckingham Palace has been the London home of every British monarch since Queen Victoria.
Markets
King Risk Partners Acquires Massachusetts Agency
Florida-based King Risk Partners has continued its expansion in New England with the acquisition of Perry Insurance Agency of North Andover, Massachusetts. Perry Insurance Agency is an independent insurance agency that offers personal insurance, commercial insurance, and liability coverage options. …
California
Kylie Jenner hit with third lawsuit as former chef claims Palm Springs party led to miscarriage
A new lawsuit against Kylie Jenner alleges a former private chef suffered a miscarriage after being forced to work grueling shifts during a high-risk pregnancy.
California
LA County drug overdose deaths declined for third straight year in 2025, mirroring national trend
Overdose deaths in the county dropped by nearly 30% between 2022 and 2025.
Bay Area
LA’s political coalitions have been shifting. Nithya Raman will shuffle them even more
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Los Angeles, with its extraordinary diversity, is a national case study in coalition politics — the cobbling together of constituencies to create a political and governing majority. This election for mayor, which pits incumbent Karen Bass against Councilmember Nithya Raman, offers a new […]
Bay Area
LA’s political coalitions have been shifting. Nithya Raman will shuffle them even more
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Los Angeles, with its extraordinary diversity, is a national case study in coalition politics — the cobbling together of constituencies to create a political and governing majority. This election for mayor, which pits incumbent Karen Bass against Councilmember Nithya Raman, offers a new […]
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LA’s political coalitions have been shifting. Nithya Raman will shuffle them even more
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Los Angeles, with its extraordinary diversity, is a national case study in coalition politics — the cobbling together of constituencies to create a political and governing majority. This election for mayor, which pits incumbent Karen Bass against Councilmember Nithya Raman, offers a new […]
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LA’s political coalitions have been shifting. Nithya Raman will shuffle them even more
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Los Angeles, with its extraordinary diversity, is a national case study in coalition politics — the cobbling together of constituencies to create a political and governing majority. This election for mayor, which pits incumbent Karen Bass against Councilmember Nithya Raman, offers a new […]
California
LA’s political coalitions have been shifting. Nithya Raman will shuffle them even more
As Karen Bass and Nithya Raman look to attract new supporters, a fault line between older and newer Angelenos could emerge.
Technology
LISTEN: ‘Abbott Elementary’ Exec Producer Justin Halpern Juggles Multiple Series and His Debut Novel
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, writer and showrunner Justin Halpern speaks with Variety’s Michael Schneider about the road to writing his first novel “Get Lost,” which will be released next month by Hachette’s Cardinal imprint. Halpern also updates Schneider on a few TV development projects, including the status of high school memoir “I Suck […]
California
La Cruz offers a musical memorial to Pulse shooting victims on Pride Month
Gay reggaeton MC La Cruz talks his sensual new EP, "El Nene, Vol. 2" — which features Brazilian pop star Gloria Groove and honors victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting.
Culture
Labelle’s Pioneering Legacy Garners Lincoln Center Tribute: ‘We Were All That … And a Bag of Chips!’
‘Nightbirds: The Music of Labelle’ salutes the trio’s historic 1974 concert at the Met.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued June 24 at 9:45PM PDT until June 25 at 1:00AM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph expected. * WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198. * WHEN...Until 1 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 10:38AM PDT until June 26 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...In Arizona, Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave County. In California, San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley County. * WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 11 AM PDT /11 AM MST/ to 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ Friday. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM PDT /11 AM MST/ to 11 PM PDT /11 PM MST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 2:19PM PDT until June 26 at 1:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198 and San Luis Reservoir. * WHEN...Until 1 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Culture
Laurie Anderson Talks About Fleeting Freedom and America Turning 250
Anderson is performing a show at Central Park SummerStage on June 26, to mark the 40th-anniversary season of the City Parks Foundation’s outdoor concert series.
Technology
Lemaire Spring 2027: As the World Turns
Sarah-Linh Tran and Christophe Lemaire offered a contemplative collection, peppered with invitations to the senses in textures, fabric weights and prints.
Technology
Lenny Kaye Celebrates His Debut Solo Album, ‘Goin’ Local,’ at the Grammy Museum
The Patti Smith Group guitarist previewed songs from his new album, which he discussed with Michael Imperioli
Technology
Leonard Cohen Estate Decries Use of ‘Hallelujah’ at Donald Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’ Rally — But It Happened Anyway
Long Island opera singer Christopher Macchio joined forces with the Marine Band's Master Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Bennear to perform the oft-covered 1984 song.
Technology
Lionel Richie Cuts Minnesota Set Short After Falling Ill Onstage
The musician kicked off his joint tour with Earth, Wind, and Fire in St. Paul on Wednesday night
Culture
Lionel Richie Cuts Short Tour Opener After ‘Dizzy’ Spell
The Rock Hall-inducted singer announced an unexpected intermission almost an hour into the show Wednesday night, and didn't reappear.
California
Lionel Richie abruptly pulls the plug on first tour stop after 'dizzy' spell
Lionel Richie abruptly ends the first concert on his newest tour, citing a 'dizzy' spell. He is on tour with Earth, Wind & Fire and next scheduled to perform Friday.
Technology
Lisa Vanderpump Wants You to Sleep Over
Inside the wild world of Las Vegas' new Vanderpump Hotel: a boutique casino-resort that doubles as the ultimate stage for the expanding Vanderpump universe.
Technology
Listen to Phoebe Bridgers’ New Song “Lost Boys”
Featuring Alex G, Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus, Jack Antonoff, Bright Eyes’ Nate Walcott, Blake Mills, Caroline Shaw, and more
Technology
Listen to the Rolling Stones’ Song With Robert Smith
“Divine Intervention” is one of two Foreign Tongues tracks featuring the Cure frontman—if you can hear him
Technology
Lizzy Caplan Boards FX and Hulu’s ‘Far Cry’ Series
She'll star opposite Rob Mac, who's also executive producing the video game adaptation.
California
Local advocates respond to Supreme Court ruling on refugees: ‘How do you prepare to say goodbye?’
The court’s ruling allows the Trump administration to revoke deportation protections for Syrian and Haitian refugees.
California
Longtime meteorologist Janice Dean is stepping away from Fox News
The 22 year veteran of the network said she can no longer work due to her symptoms from multiple sclerosis.
Bay Area
Lurie’s cousin loses reelection bid in New York
Also in today’s Power Play: Wiener challenges Chan to 15 debates in heated congressional contest
Technology
Luxury Will Make a Slow Recovery in 2026, Bain Forecasts
Despite macroeconomic uncertainty and global unrest, the luxury industry shows positive signals for the near and long-term future. However, brands need to evolve to reap the full potential of a stable market.
Technology
Luxury spending now driven by experiences and 'inheritourism'
While luxury goods sales are expected to grow between 1% and 4%, experiences are on track for growth of between 3% and 7% this year, according to a new report.
California
M 6.9 - 30 km ENE of Kuji, Japan
PAGER - GREEN ShakeMap - VI DYFI? - VII Time 2026-06-24 22:30:14 UTC 2026-06-24 22:30:14 UTC at epicenter Location 40.291°N 142.098°E Depth 50.92 km (31.64 mi)
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M 7.2 - 23 km SE of Yumare, Venezuela
PAGER - RED ShakeMap - IX Time 2026-06-24 22:04:33 UTC 2026-06-24 22:04:33 UTC at epicenter Location 10.436°N 68.528°W Depth 20.29 km (12.61 mi)
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M 7.5 - 28 km SE of Yumare, Venezuela
PAGER - RED ShakeMap - IX DYFI? - IX Time 2026-06-24 22:05:11 UTC 2026-06-24 22:05:11 UTC at epicenter Location 10.435°N 68.472°W Depth 10.00 km (6.21 mi)
Technology
Madonna Coordinates in Paris With Silver Pieces Including Lace-up Boots
She attended the Saint Laurent show on Tuesday.
Technology
Marcia Marcus, a Painter Ahead of Her Time, Finds the Spotlight Once Again
“Marcia Marcus: Strange and Clear” is on view at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum in Provincetown, Massachusetts, from June 26 to August 30, 2026.
Technology
Marek Eben Hosts KVIFF Ceremonies With Hollywood Stars and the Czech ‘Dancing With the Stars.’ Which One Is More Stressful?
Ahead of Karlovy Vary's 60th edition in 80 years, the Czech TV personality and musician shares how he joined the fest in time to chat with Gregory Peck and the two big names he'd love to interview.
Technology
Markets/Coverages: CFC Embeds Affirmative AI Cover in Product Portfolio
Specialist insurer CFC said it is responding to customer demand with updates to embed affirmative AI coverage within its portfolio. The rollout introduces clear, explicit AI-related language to eliminate ambiguity across seven key policies to ensure customers have certainty around …
Markets
Massachusetts Concrete Firm Sentenced and Fined for Worker’s Death
A Massachusetts concrete company has been sentenced and fined in federal court in Boston for willfully violating federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety standards in a 2023 incident that led to a worker’s death. John Oliveira & Sons …
Culture
Mayor Mamdani Teams Up with Whitney on World Cup Poster Project
Rich Tu, designer of the official New York World Cup event, has created a poster project that gives free admission to the museum.
Markets
Meet the World Cup fans shelling out thousands for once-in-a-lifetime trips — and some don’t even have tickets to games
Soccer has ‘cult-like status,’ and World Cup visitors are going to great lengths to afford their trips to the U.S.
Technology
Melissa Jelly Shoes, Havaianas Flip-Flops, and Free People Sandals Are 60% Off During the Last of Prime Day
Spare your wallet while updating your seasonal shoe rack with these last-minute markdowns (yes, they're really worth it).
Bay Area
Member of cultlike Zizians group charged in the killings of her parents in suburban Philadelphia
A member of the cultlike group known as Zizians has been charged with murder in the shooting of her parents at their home on her 30th birthday.
Culture
Memphis Man Sentenced to Over Seven Years in Prison for RICO Conspiracy
Larry Wilson, also known as “L,” 36, of Memphis, Tennessee, was sentenced today to 87 months in prison following his conviction for RICO conspiracy.
Markets
Michael Bowen and Chol Kim a/k/a Brandon Kim
Michael Bowen and Chol Kim a/k/a Brandon Kim
Bay Area
Michelin removes 7 Peninsula restaurants from its guide
Michelin has removed seven Peninsula restaurants from its illustrious guide after Wednesday night’s California awards ceremony in San Diego.
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Michelin removes 7 Peninsula restaurants from its guide
Michelin has removed seven Peninsula restaurants from its illustrious guide after Wednesday night’s California awards ceremony in San Diego.
Bay Area
Michelin removes 7 Peninsula restaurants from its guide
Michelin has removed seven Peninsula restaurants from its illustrious guide after Wednesday night’s California awards ceremony in San Diego.
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Michelin removes 7 Peninsula restaurants from its guide
Michelin has removed seven Peninsula restaurants from its illustrious guide after Wednesday night’s California awards ceremony in San Diego.
Markets
Micron has suddenly become one of the world’s most important stocks
“It is hard to overstate how significant last night’s earnings were,” a Mizuho managing director said.
Technology
Microsoft adds another year to Windows 10 extended update program
About a quarter of PCs are still running Microsoft's previous operating system.
Technology
Microsoft lifts price of Xbox consoles due to soaring component costs
Microsoft said it's increasing the price of Xbox game consoles after Apple announced price hikes for MacBooks and iPads.
Markets
Microsoft’s stock is suffering a historic June rout as investors balk at heavy spending
Those who owned Microsoft’s stock for the free-cash-flow profile now “are being asked to underwrite a capital-intensity cycle,” says an analyst.
Technology
Millie Bobby Brown Speaks Out on Knowing Eleven’s Fate and Making Amends With ‘Stranger Things’ Cast After the Show Ended: ‘I’m Sorry If I Ever Upset You’
There’s an unwritten golden rule in TV: a character is never truly dead unless you see the body. That’s why many “Stranger Things” fans still believe Eleven survived the series finale, which ends with Mike Wheeler imagining a future in which she survives the final showdown with Vecna in the Upside Down. It was also […]
Markets
Mingran Wang
Mingran Wang
Bay Area
Mountain View enters legal fight over Gilroy ICE facility
The Mountain View City Council took action on multiple fronts Tuesday to push back against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.
Technology
Muni Long Returns to Music After Life-Saving Double Lung Transplant
The two-time Grammy winner is returning with intimate new single "Richest," which marks her first solo release since recovering from a health crisis.
California
Mystery surrounds bizarre 'El Chapo' letters sent to federal court in Brooklyn, N.Y.
More than 20 handwritten letters attributed to Sinaloa cartel leader 'El Chapo' have been sent to his trial venue. But his lawyers say he didn't write them.
Technology
NAIC Says Data Taken in Hack Has Been Published Online
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) now says the data taken earlier this month from its information technology systems has been published online by the hackers responsible. In a short note on it’s website, NAIC said it is “actively …
Technology
NBC News’ Chief Digital Officer Chris Berend to Exit
Chris Berend a digital-media executives who has had a hand in helping to create new distribution platforms for NBC News journalism and properties including “Today,” is leaving the company after a seven-year tenure. In a memo sent to staffers Thursday, Berend said he would soon be “leaving NBCUniversal soon to pursue my passions outside of […]
Markets
NYC Hires Pinnacle Actuaries, Seeks Private Partners for Housing Insurance Program
New York City has taken the next steps toward realizing its vision of a city-backed insurance program for affordable housing providers. The city has selected Pinnacle Actuarial Resources to provide actuarial analysis and technical support. Also, the city has issued …
California
National Park staff ordered not to reveal deaths as part of new policy, report says
The Trump administration is reportedly ordering staff not to confirm deaths or details about severe injuries at U.S. national parks — but officials are adamant the policy is not meant to conceal information from the public.
News
Native Americans commemorate victory at Little Bighorn with horse races, dance, song
Native American tribes are marking the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Greasy Grass
Science
New ACIP charter broadens criteria for members, calls for review of alternatives to vaccines
A new charter for the panel that advises the CDC on vaccine use substantially refocuses the responsibilities of the committee, downplaying its role in recommending the use of new vaccines.
California
New Medicare AI approval program brings errors, delays for patients and doctors
BILL CURRY, 65, RAISES CATTLE on the same land in rural Oklahoma once owned by his father and generations before him. Each quarter, for several years, he has made the 2½-hour drive to Oklahoma City for an epidural in his spine to treat his back pain. But this year, because of a new Medicare program, […] The post New Medicare AI approval program brings errors, delays for patients and doctors appeared first on Local News Matters .
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New Mexico governor calls for criminal probe of DEA allowing fentanyl shipments to hit streets
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is calling for a criminal investigation into whether federal authorities broke state law by allowing fentanyl pills to reach the streets
Bay Area
New QR code scam targeting PG&E customers costs Bay Area victims more than $211,000
PG&E is warning Bay Area customers about a new scam involving QR codes and barcodes, with customers across the utility’s service area losing more than $211,000 to impostors in the first half of the year alone. The scam begins with a phone call threatening to disconnect a customer’s service unless an immediate payment is made. […] The post New QR code scam targeting PG&E customers costs Bay Area victims more than $211,000 appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
New effort will get genome sequences for entire Endangered Species list
Colossal Biosciences will be biobanking tissues from all of them as well.
Bay Area
New fault capable of massive earthquakes discovered in California
"We needed to go explore by excavating it."
Technology
New science on algae die-offs is too late for the Reflecting Pool
Iron and hydrogen peroxide trigger cell death via ferroptosis, which cascades killer molecules through the population, causing mass die-offs of algae.
Technology
News Wrap: NPS official claims Reflecting Pool liner cut with knife or razor
In our news wrap Thursday, a National Park Service official said the Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a knife or razor, a federal judge halted President Trump's executive order aimed at regulating mail-in voting and creating a federal voter list and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz" is closing.
Culture
Next Up, Wimbledon: Checking In With America’s Fast-Rising Tennis Stars Iva Jovic And Leaner Tien
Both Americans (both from California) have taken tennis’s top-20 rankings by storm and are going nowhere but up.
Technology
Nonprofit aims to help displaced workers as businesses adopt artificial intelligence
As businesses adopt artificial intelligence, fears of a wave of job displacement continue to grow. A new nonprofit called RAISE US aims to bring together states, major businesses and AI firms to prepare workers, companies and local economies for what's to come. It's a bipartisan effort, co-founded by Republican Eric Holcomb and Democrat Gina Raimondo. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Raimondo.
Markets
North Carolina Becomes First State to Pass Outright Ban on Litigation Financing
National insurance groups are hailing the signing of a new law in North Carolina, one that makes the state the first to place an outright ban on third-party funding of lawsuits. House Bill 315, signed by Gov. Josh Stein this …
Culture
North Carolina Man Sentenced to More than Two Years in Prison for Conspiracy Related to Videos Depicting Monkey Torture and Mutilation
A North Carolina man was sentenced today to 28 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release in connection with his involvement with online groups dedicated to creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against monkeys.
California
Northern California Man Pleads Guilty to Years-Long Securities Fraud Spoofing Scheme
A California man pleaded guilty yesterday to engaging in more than 3,000 instances of manipulative trading and spoofing during a years-long scheme to manipulate the securities markets.
Science
Notes from the Field: Drug Overdose Deaths in Hotels and Motels - United States, 2022-2024
This report describes the number of drug overdose deaths that occurred in U.S. hotels and motels during 2022-2024.
Technology
Notion killing Skiff-influenced email app since most users use AI agents instead
Notion is "going all in on using agents to run your inbox."
California
OC grand jury calls for allowing elected officials to be ousted for misconduct
Grand jurors cited LAist’s unearthing of county HR investigations that found harassment, retaliation and workplace violence violations by two top county elected officials.
Technology
ON Semiconductor strikes $7 billion deal for Synaptics in physical AI push
ON Semiconductor said the deal bumps up its total addressable market by $30 billion, to $243 billion by 2030.
California
Officers Disciplined for Biased Conduct, but They Rarely Lost Their Jobs
California disciplinary records show officers who used racist, sexist and anti-LGBTQ language often stay on the job.
Technology
Oil prices erase wartime gains as supply concerns ease with Hormuz tanker traffic resuming
Oil prices fell as investors bet global crude supplies will improve, as tankers stranded in the Persian Gulf for months have begun leaving the Strait of Hormuz.
Markets
Older Americans will soon have Medicare access to GLP-1s for weight loss for the first time. Here’s what they need to know.
Starting July 1, Medicare beneficiaries who qualify can get weight-loss drugs for $50 a month. They should consider the side effects and muscle loss.
Culture
Olivia Wilde Opens Up About Age–Gap Romances and Earning Confidence
The filmmaker and actor joins Chloe on this Thursday’s episode of “The Run-Through” to discuss her third directorial effort, “The Invite,” and her racy upcoming role in Gregg Araki’s “I Want Your Sex.”
Technology
On Isn’t Launching Football Shoes, At Least Not Yet, Despite World Cup Fever
This comes just days after the company noted it was getting into Hyrox, the rapidly growing sport of hybrid fitness racing.
News
Once roiled by sexual abuse issue, Southern Baptist leadership now downplays its extent
The new president of the Southern Baptist Convention says that the issue of sexual abuse in the denomination has been “weaponized” and politicized
Bay Area
One way to beat World Cup traffic in Silicon Valley? A free valet for bikes and scooters
Getting in and out of Levi’s Stadium has been a challenge for some as part of the World Cup experience. A growing number of fans have decided the answer is to skip traditional commuting methods and turn to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition’s free bike valet, a service that has been running for sports fans and concertgoers alike since 2006.
Bay Area
One way to beat World Cup traffic in Silicon Valley? A free valet for bikes and scooters
Getting in and out of Levi’s Stadium has been a challenge for some as part of the World Cup experience. A growing number of fans have decided the answer is to skip traditional commuting methods and turn to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition’s free bike valet, a service that has been running for sports fans and concertgoers alike since 2006.
Bay Area
One way to beat World Cup traffic in Silicon Valley? A free valet for bikes and scooters
Getting in and out of Levi’s Stadium has been a challenge for some as part of the World Cup experience. A growing number of fans have decided the answer is to skip traditional commuting methods and turn to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition’s free bike valet, a service that has been running for sports fans and concertgoers alike since 2006.
Bay Area
One way to beat World Cup traffic in Silicon Valley? A free valet for bikes and scooters
Getting in and out of Levi’s Stadium has been a challenge for some as part of the World Cup experience. A growing number of fans have decided the answer is to skip traditional commuting methods and turn to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition’s free bike valet, a service that has been running for sports fans and concertgoers alike since 2006.
Technology
OpenAI will delay GPT-5.6 after Trump administration request
The Trump administration, apprehensive of potential security issues, has reportedly asked OpenAI to stagger the release of its next big-ticket model, GPT-5.6. The Information reported that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday in a company Q&A that it would release GPT-5.6 in limited preview form - granting access only to a small group of […] The Trump administration, apprehensive of potential security issues, has reportedly asked OpenAI to stagger the release of its next big-ticket model, GPT-5.6. The Information reported that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday in a company Q&A that it would release GPT-5.6 in limited preview form - granting access only to a small group of enterprise customers - in compliance with a request from the federal government. During that preview period, the Trump administration itself would reportedly approve access for custo
Science
Opioid Settlement Money Pays for Services To Battle Addiction in Rural Kentucky
A program in rural eastern Kentucky is receiving opioid settlement funding to address substance use disorders, housing, hunger, and other challenges.
Markets
O’Reilly Auto Parts Sued For Disability Discrimination at Michigan Facility
O’Reilly Auto Enterprises, LLC, doing business as O’Reilly Auto Parts, a national auto parts retailer operating more than 6,500 stores throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Canada, violated federal law by failing to reasonably accommodate a disabled employee …
Technology
Pakistan Joins Effort to Decarbonize Textile Manufacturing
Pakistan joins a climate initiative with fellow textile hubs Turkey and Bangladesh.
News
Pal Center kicks off its 30th anniversary celebrations at Courthouse Square
The Redwood City Pal Center kicked off its 30th anniversary on Wednesday night at a packed Courthouse Square, where Mexico beat Czechia 3-0 during Soccer on the Square. The World Cup game drew hundreds of fans, and Pal Center hosted a kids’ play area during the game.
Bay Area
Parcel tax helps preserve Santa Clara County open space
A group that works to preserve open space in Santa Clara County will receive millions of dollars every year toward its efforts, following the approval of a parcel tax.
Culture
Paris Museums and Tourist Sites Continue to Limit Hours Amid Record-Breaking Heatwave
The Louvre, Orangerie, and Musée d'Orsay are all closing early for at least the next few days.
Markets
People Moves: HDI Global Names New Leadership
As part of its new group strategy Xcelerate29, corporate & specialty insurer HDI Global (HDI) will implement a new organizational setup and leadership changes in its U.S. business. HDI Global U.S. named Shadi Albert as the new CEO as of …
Technology
Phoebe Bridgers Drops New Single “Lost Boys”
The song and music video comes a day after Bridgers announced her upcoming album 'Lost Weekend.'
Technology
Phoebe Bridgers Gives Us Medieval Magic With ‘Lost Boys’
The first single from Lost Weekend features Jack Antonoff, Alex G, her boygenius bandmates Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker, and more
Technology
Phoebe Bridgers Goes Renaissance Faire Role-Playing in the Video for ‘Lost Boys,’ Her First Solo Single in Four Years
Phoebe Bridgers released her first new solo single in four years, “Lost Boys,” on Thursday, accompanied by a music video that sees the singer doing some serious Renaissance Faire-style role playing in the suburbs with a cast of sword-bearing compatriots, and taking on co-star Skyler Gisondo as a possible suitor among all the suits-of-armor. The […]
Technology
Planet orbits so close to its star that their magnetic fields connect
At the right point of the orbit and stellar cycle, the star's chromosphere brightens.
Technology
Polestar has been muscled out of the US market
Polestar won't be allowed to sell its electric vehicles model year 2027 and beyond in the US after the federal government denied the company's request for authorization under a new rule banning vehicles with software from China. In a press release, the company says the decision to retreat from the US follows a recent decision […] Polestar won't be allowed to sell its electric vehicles model year 2027 and beyond in the US after the federal government denied the company's request for authorization under a new rule banning vehicles with software from China. In a press release, the company says the decision to retreat from the US follows a recent decision by the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security to not grant Polestar an authorization under the current Connected Vehicle Rule to sell vehicles from model year 2027 and beyond. The rule, which passed under the Biden a
Bay Area
Possibly distracted lifeguard in truck ran over woman lying on Half Moon Bay beach
Authorities say a lifeguard may have been distracted when their truck ran over a 20-year-old woman lying down at Francis Beach in Half Moon Bay Wednesday afternoon. She was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Bay Area
Potentially 'distracted' lifeguard runs over beachgoer in Half Moon Bay
The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
Bay Area
Powerful 7.1 and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes hit Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital
A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake followed by a 7.5-magnitude quake shook Venezuela on Wednesday, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas.
Bay Area
Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan. No tsunami warning
A powerful earthquake has struck off Japan's northern coast, but there was no danger of a tsunami, the country's meteorological agency said.
California
Prepared for Pride: SF officials outline safety measures for this weekend of celebrations
Hundreds of thousands of people will be in San Francisco for Pride celebrations this weekend that will culminate in the parade. On Wednesday, the Police Department held a news conference to outline their safety plan for the upcoming festivities. Officials including police and fire will be deployed in the city throughout the weekend, which is […] The post Prepared for Pride: SF officials outline safety measures for this weekend of celebrations appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
President Donald Trump holds tense meeting with Senate Republicans after calling off signing ceremony for housing bill
President Donald Trump says he's canceling the signing of a housing bill at the Capitol, saying a voting bill should pass Congress first.
Culture
Prime Day Clothing Deals I’m Shopping Before They’re Gone (2026)
Not every Prime Day clothing deal is worth your time—these are my top summer picks, as a Vogue editor whose covered the sale for years.
Technology
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Brings Vibrance to the Cannes Lions 2026 Event
The actress wore a dress by Silvia Tcherassi.
Technology
Production Assistants Ratify Three Warner Bros. TV Union Contracts
Staffers on ‘Abbott Elementary,’ ‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’ and ‘All American’ unanimously greenlit deals brokered by Production Assistants United.
Culture
Publishing Briefs: BMG Acquires Chris Cheney’s Catalog & The Ivors Academy & YouTube Music’s Songwriting Camp
This week's Publishing Briefs column features signings at Liz Rose Music, Position Music and Prescription Songs.
Markets
Qualcomm’s stock is soaring as these big numbers excite Wall Street
Shares of Qualcomm soared on Wednesday after the company announced new revenue targets and a partership with Meta Platforms.
Technology
RAMageddon just got extremely real
As far as prices go, Apple is kind of a reverse canary in the coal mine. With its famously generous margins and immense purchasing volume, it can afford to ride out price fluctuations in its supply chain in a way no other consumer tech company can. So when Apple raises prices across nearly all of […] Even Tim Cook couldn’t supply chain his way out of the RAM crisis. | Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge As far as prices go, Apple is kind of a reverse canary in the coal mine. With its famously generous margins and immense purchasing volume, it can afford to ride out price fluctuations in its supply chain in a way no other consumer tech company can. So when Apple raises prices across nearly all of its product lines, you know that shit is well and truly real. That's what happened earlier today: Apple increased pricing across Macs, iPads, HomePods, and even the Vision Pro. Prices jumped
Technology
Rebound in tech shares pushes Asian shares higher, while oil prices fall
Shares are mostly higher in Asia, led by tech-driven gains in Japan and South Korea
California
Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 11:12AM PDT until June 27 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
The National Weather Service in Hanford has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 9 AM Friday to 11 PM PDT Saturday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zone Indian Wells Valley. Fire weather zone Kern County Desert. Fire weather zone Lake Isabella. * WIND...50 TO 60 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 55 MPH ON FRIDAY IN EASTERN KERN COUNTY. 70 TO 80 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 55 MPH ON SATURDAY IN EASTERN KERN COUNTY. 70 TO 80 PERCENT PROBABILITY OF GUSTS EXCEEDING 30 MPH AT LAKE ISABELLA. * HUMIDITY...EASTERN KERN COUNTY MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 12-20 PERCENT. LAKE ISABELLA MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY BETWEEN 25-35 PERCENT. * THUNDERSTORMS...NO THUNDERSTORM THREAT * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
California
Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 12:30PM MST until June 27 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* AFFECTED AREA...Yuma/Martinez Lake and Vicinity/Lower Colorado River Valley AZ and Lower Colorado River Valley CA. * TIMING...Friday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5 percent. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
California
Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 1:07AM MST until June 27 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a Red Flag Warning for strong winds, low relative humidity and very high fire danger, which is in effect from 11 AM MST /11 AM PDT/ Friday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Saturday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Yuma/Martinez Lake and Vicinity/Lower Colorado River Valley AZ and Lower Colorado River Valley CA. * TIMING...Friday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 4 percent. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
California
Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 2:37AM PDT until June 27 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
...RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR MUCH OF SOUTHEASTERN CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN NEVADA, AND NORTHWESTERN ARIZONA FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * TIMING...From Friday morning through Saturday evening. * WIND...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 to 50 mph. * HUMIDITY...5 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
California
Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 3:41PM PDT until June 27 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
...RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR MUCH OF SOUTHEASTERN CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN NEVADA, AND NORTHWESTERN ARIZONA FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * TIMING...From Friday morning through Saturday evening. * WIND...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 to 50 mph. * HUMIDITY...5 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Bay Area
Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
The Park Police posted surveillance footage and asked for help "identifying the individual depicted here in connection with a Destruction of Government Property investigation."
News
Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
The statements were the first time the Republican administration has offered specifics for when and how the Reflecting Pool may have been damaged after work on the project was substantially completed.
Technology
Reformation Files for IPO With Sales of $507M and Growing
The sustainable brand’s offering marks a test for the fashion appetite on Wall Street.
Technology
Rescue work underway after quakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck about 100 miles west of Caracas, with a magnitude 7.5 tremor hitting less than a minute later, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Technology
Retail investors have suddenly got more cautious in using options and margins. That may spell trouble for tech, says JPMorgan.
JPMorgan’s research suggests retail investors are becoming more cautious about levrerage after the market’s recent rally and this may spell trouble for the tech sector in which they have mostly focused.
Culture
Rick Owens Spring 2027 Menswear
Rick Owens Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Rick Rubin-Helmed Jay-Z Docuseries Coming to HBO
Jaÿ-Z in 8 captures eight episodes of conversation between the rapper and producer
Technology
Ricky Gervais Pitches Animation Debut ‘Alley Cats’ at Annecy Masterclass: “I Could Make This Forever”
The Netflix animated sitcom from the creator of 'The Office' and 'Extras' follows the adventures of a group of feral foul-mouthed felines.
Technology
Ricky Gervais Talks Netflix’s ‘Alley Cats’ as Annecy Sings Him ‘Happy Birthday’: ‘I Hope You Like Cats. And Swearing’
Ricky Gervais is ready for Netflix’s “Alley Cats.” “I hope you like cats. And swearing,” he told the audience at Annecy. The viewers serenaded him before the screening of the first two episodes, singing Happy Birthday.’ In the show, the comedian and creator of “The Office” and “After Life” decided to turn his attention to […]
Culture
Rihanna Brings Back This ‘One and Done’ Noughties Fave
A master of off-duty, pop-star-on-extended-leave looks, Rihanna stepping into an easy, breezy, sporty jumpsuit for a spot of shopping in Beverly Hills.
Culture
Rolf Ekroth Spring 2027 Menswear
Rolf Ekroth Spring 2027 Menswear
California
Rotting meat, foul smell at site of Boyle Heights warehouse fire
Firefighters got the upper hand on a weeklong blaze in a Boyle Heights cold storage warehouse, but the work at the site is far from over.
Culture
RÜFÜS DU SOL Creates EDM History With Madison Square Garden Run
The Australian trio will set a new MSG benchmark on Thursday, June 25 with the first of four consecutive sold-out shows.
Bay Area
SF has a new three-star restaurant — and it’s the first of its kind in the world
Chef Val Cantú's fine-dining Mexican restaurant Californios has joined Atelier Crenn, Benu, and Quince at the top of the city's dining hierarchy.
Technology
SF's giant naked woman statue is officially on the market
The piece is slated to be removed in October.
Technology
SK Hynix surges 12% after Micron earnings; blockbuster Nasdaq listing
Shares of South Korean chip giant SK Hynix surged 12% on Thursday after the company said it is seeking to raise as much as $29.4 billion.
Markets
SK Hynix’s stock soars, and its planned U.S. listing could prove a double-edged sword for Micron
The South Korean memory company could give investors more opportunities beyond Micron, though it may also raise awareness of industry dynamics.
Markets
SPAC Deals Seen as Key Path to Public Market in Data Center Boom
The rebound in blank-check companies is proving to be a useful route to public markets for companies involved in the artificial intelligence-data center build-out, said Betsy Cohen, a veteran of dealmaking in special purpose acquisition companies (SPAC). The Cohen Circle …
Science
STAT+: Facing a brutal run, battered vaccine makers still see cause for hope
It's an unusual time to be in the vaccine business. But in the view of those gathered at the BIO conference this week, it’s not altogether a bleak one.
Science
STAT+: Proposed CDC science office could tighten political control at agency
Under President Trump, political leaders are exerting more control across federal health agencies.
Technology
Sabine Marcelis First U.S. Solo Exhibit Phases an Exploration of Light and Reflection
The Dutch-New Zealander designer, known for her futuristic designs for USM, Vitra and Ikea, will show select designs at New York City's Salon 94 at 3 East 89th Street.
California
San Diego woman accused of spying on ex-husband's family gets probation
A San Diego woman pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor after she was accused of using Ring cameras to spy on her ex-husband.
Bay Area
San Jose residents to help rename Plaza de César Chávez
As San Jose considers a new identity for one of its oldest public spaces, residents are beginning to weigh what — and who — the city’s downtown plaza should represent for generations to come. Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services officials held a Wednesday meeting to kick off plans to rename Plaza de César Chávez, inviting residents... The post San Jose residents to help rename Plaza de César Chávez appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
San José State professor fired over Gaza protest controversy must be reinstated, arbitrator rules
An arbitrator finds the dismissal of the tenured professor was excessive, according to Cal State faculty union officials.
Culture
Sanderlak Spring 2027 Menswear
Sanderlak Spring 2027 Menswear
Bay Area
Santa Clara County and state seek immediate halt to ICE facility
State and local South Bay leaders have escalated their legal campaign to block a planned ICE facility near Gilroy. California Attorney General Rob Bonta along with Santa Clara County Counsel Tony LoPresti filed a preliminary injunction in federal court Wednesday seeking to halt construction of a project that appears to be on course to create... The post Santa Clara County and state seek immediate halt to ICE facility appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Santa Clara County parcel tax to generate $17M a year for open space preservation
A GROUP THAT WORKS TO PRESERVE open space in Santa Clara County will receive millions of dollars every year toward its efforts, following the approval of a parcel tax this month. Measure D will generate $17 million annually through a two-cent-per-square-foot of building area parcel tax to fund creek and water restoration, land stewardship, expansion […] The post Santa Clara County parcel tax to generate $17M a year for open space preservation appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Santa Cruz councilmembers propose ordinance to raise their own salaries
The Santa Cruz City Council introduced an ordinance at Tuesday’s meeting to give themselves pay raises. The idea was proposed as a way to help remove financial obstacles for prospective councilmembers and residents who may not want to run for office because of the job’s pay rate.  “Equitable compensation at all levels of the city […] The post Santa Cruz councilmembers propose ordinance to raise their own salaries appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Satchel Lee Builds Astonishing New Worlds
Her clever yet poetic films probe the materials of memory.
Culture
Scissor Sisters Unearth ‘Sweet Footage’ From Kylie Minogue Recording Sessions In 2004
The clip is an authentic, behind the scenes look at a collaboration coming together, from handwritten lyrics, to the recording of Kylie's vocals and Babydaddy's desktop production wizardry.
Technology
Score a discounted Xbox console before the prices jump
Microsoft announced today that the price of all Xbox models will rise in August, the second time in less than a year as memory prices continue to wreak havoc on every industry from cars to computing. Thankfully, we’re already out looking for Prime Day deals, and we were able to find some discounts on both […] The Xbox Series S and Series X consoles together. | Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Microsoft announced today that the price of all Xbox models will rise in August , the second time in less than a year as memory prices continue to wreak havoc on every industry from cars to computing. Thankfully, we’re already out looking for Prime Day deals, and we were able to find some discounts on both the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X ahead of the price hikes. Microsoft Xbox Series X The Xbox Series X is Microsoft’s flagship console, serving as its most powerful (and bigges
Technology
Scott Pelley, Fired ‘60 Minutes’ Star, Signs With CAA
The talent agency will rep the journalist in all areas as he looks for life after CBS News, where he worked for 37 years.
Technology
Seth Rogen Is Ready to Direct a Movie Again After ‘The Interview’ Made Him “Gun-Shy” For Years: “We’re Not the Biggest Problem Anymore”
Rogen, who is currently starring in Olivia Wilde's new movie 'The Invite,' has had some PTSD after his 2014 comedy "almost started a war."
Culture
Setting Up Shop in Bangkok
Thailand may no longer be a tiger economy, but Bangkok remains a powerhouse for luxury retail, supported by rising demand from both HNWIs and Gen Z, and growing hospitality and wellness economies.
Technology
Ship Struck in Hormuz as Oil Supertankers Turn Back Again
A ship was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, just hours after several freighters turned around while attempting to cross the vital waterway, developments that may undermine what had been a rapid reopening of the energy …
California
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr help erase $550 million in medical debt for Californians
The couple donated millions of dollars to Undue Medical Debt, a national nonprofit that helps pay off medical bills. The gift will affect more than 261,000 Californians in medical debt.
California
Snap sued by parents of girl who was raped by man she met on Snapchat
The lawsuit alleges that Snap, the parent company of disappearing messaging app Snapchat, failed to disable and warn its users about "dangerous" features used by predators.
Technology
Snap sued over rape of minor who connected to adult attacker on Snapchat
The parents of a girl who was raped when she was 12 years old by an adult stranger she met on Snapchat have sued its parent company and the attacker in Missouri state court
Technology
Software Buyout King Orlando Bravo Attempts an AI-Era Reboot
Orlando Bravo was quick to see the disruptive potential of software, making a series of lucrative bets on the sector that turned him into a billionaire and transformed the buyout shop he leads, Thoma Bravo, into an industry powerhouse. Now, …
Technology
Sombr Is Crawling Out of His Skin on New Single ‘My Body Isn’t Ready’
Obsession and Off Campus stars Inde Navarrette and Josh Heuston serve as an emotional vehicle in the music video for one of the young artist's most sincere records to date
California
Some California cities pay up to $1,000 for reporting illegal fireworks. See which ones
This Fourth of July, you could earn some reward money for reporting illegal fireworks in these California cities.
California
Sonoma County homeless count stable, but live tracker shows numbers continue to rise
Sonoma County’s official homeless count held nearly steady this year — 1,951 people tallied on a single night in January, one fewer than in 2025. But a live tracking tool already counts 2,196, and county officials warn the real number will keep climbing as pandemic-era money runs out and federal cuts loom. Of the 1,951 […] The post Sonoma County homeless count stable, but live tracker shows numbers continue to rise appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Sony Pictures Television, IMG Licensing to Develop Global Licensing Program for Entire ‘Breaking Bad’ Franchise (Exclusive)
The multi-year collaboration will deliver consumer products, brand partnerships and immersive experiences for all the Walter White fans out there.
News
South African civil groups warn of dire impact as U.S. phases out HIV program funding
The phasing out of most programs is expected to be completed by the end of September, with critical personnel support continuing through March next year, according to the U.S. State Department.
Technology
South Korea’s IPO bust clouds equity markets as Chaebol structure restrains listings
South Korea's IPO activity has lagged that of its regional peers as the structure of the market and governance reforms collide.
Science
SpaceX FOMO is officially over. Space stocks across the board are getting punished.
Investors seem to be having second thoughts about the lofty valuations in the sector, an analyst said.
Science
SpaceX stock is a terrible buy — what that actually means for the bull market
Overhyped IPOs rarely make you money in the short term. That doesn’t mean it’s time to sell your stocks..
California
Stockton adopts ski-mask ordinance after months of debate over crime, enforcement
THE STOCKTON CITY COUNCIL approved a new ordinance Tuesday that regulates the use of facial coverings in public and certain private spaces, ending a yearlong debate over whether the city needed another tool to address crimes involving people wearing ski masks. The council voted 6-1 to adopt the ordinance, with Mayor Christina Fugazi casting the […] The post Stockton adopts ski-mask ordinance after months of debate over crime, enforcement appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Streaming Ads Are About to Get Quieter
A California law will go into effect next week prohibiting streaming platforms from airing ads louder than the content they accompany.
Bay Area
Street vendor suffers brutal attack while working in downtown Los Angeles, video shows
A street vendor is recovering after a brutal attack at her stand in downtown Los Angeles, and it was all caught on video. Her family says race may have been a factor in the assault.
Markets
Suno Launches Artist Incubator, Offering Grants and Marketing for Indie Talents
News of the incubator comes just weeks after the AI music company announced a $400 million series D funding round.
Technology
Suno Launches ‘Spark,’ New Incubator Program for Independent Artists
Suno on Thursday unveiled a new incubator program for artists, “Spark,” that it says is designed to allow artists to receive grants, mentorship and distribution opportunities for their work. The program — which is open to unsigned singers, songwriters and producers 18 and older – will give the selected individuals grants ranging in the thousands to tens of […]
California
Supreme Court Immigration Decision Leaves Thousands of Californians in Limbo
The court allowed President Donald Trump to end Temporary Protected Status, which provides humanitarian relief for hundreds of thousands living and working legally in the U.S.
California
Supreme Court Ruling Brings New Challenges for Green Card Holders, Advocates Warn
A recent Supreme Court decision gives border officers more authority on decisions to detain returning green card holders.
California
Supreme Court bars 'vampire rules' on gun ownership
In a 6-3 ideologically divided decision, the high court said that requiring permission in advance is an undue burden on the right to possess and carry a firearm.
News
Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
The justices, in a 6-3 decision, overturned a lower court order blocking the practice that limited the number of people who could apply for asylum each day.
Technology
Supreme Court limits Roundup cancer suits against Bayer's Monsanto
Glyphosate, used in Roundup weedkiller, is the most commonly utilized herbicide in agriculture, and it has long been linked to cancer claims.
Technology
Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against maker of Roundup weedkiller
The Supreme Court sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller in a ruling expected to block thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.
Technology
Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against maker of Roundup weedkiller
The Supreme Court has sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller, blocking thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn users the product could cause cancer
Bay Area
Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against maker of Roundup weedkiller
The Supreme Court sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller Thursday in a ruling expected to block thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.
California
Supreme Court says US can turn away asylum-seekers at the border
The 6 to 3 ruling allows the government to to stop asylum-seekers from physically setting foot in the United States, effectively keeping them from applying for asylum.
Technology
Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii law requiring permission to carry guns in stores and hotels
The high court's 6-3 decision means people can carry guns onto privately owned property like shopping malls and gas stations, unless the owners specifically say guns are banned at their establishments.
Technology
T-Pain Recalls Hearing Jay-Z’s ‘D.O.A.’ for the First Time: ‘It Was Devastating’
Hov dissed the audio software application sweeping hip-hop on the 2009 track.
California
Tahoe Might Get Snow This Weekend. Here’s How You Should Prepare
Last year’s deadly summer snowstorm, which saw eight people die on Lake Tahoe, is a warning to travelers this weekend.
Bay Area
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding speculation grows as friend says it is 'close'
Reports that Swift and Kelce may tie the knot around the Fourth of July holiday have sparked more recent speculation about their wedding
Bay Area
Tech billionaires hire Democratic dealmakers in renewed push to build a Bay Area city
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California Forever, the tech billionaire-backed group that hopes to build a city from scratch on farmland in the outer San Francisco Bay Area, is lobbying state leaders to fast-track a massive shipbuilding deal that would kick-start its development after years of local opposition. […]
Bay Area
Tech billionaires hire Democratic dealmakers in renewed push to build a Bay Area city
Following years of local resistance, tech billionaires are turning to the state to fast track their plan to build a new city in the Bay Area. They are lobbying for legislation to expedite environmental review of their project, enlisting political heavyweights to make their case.
Bay Area
Tech billionaires hire Democratic dealmakers in renewed push to build a Bay Area city
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California Forever, the tech billionaire-backed group that hopes to build a city from scratch on farmland in the outer San Francisco Bay Area, is lobbying state leaders to fast-track a massive shipbuilding deal that would kick-start its development after years of local opposition. […]
Bay Area
Tech billionaires hire Democratic dealmakers in renewed push to build a Bay Area city
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California Forever, the tech billionaire-backed group that hopes to build a city from scratch on farmland in the outer San Francisco Bay Area, is lobbying state leaders to fast-track a massive shipbuilding deal that would kick-start its development after years of local opposition. […]
Bay Area
Tech billionaires hire Democratic dealmakers in renewed push to build a Bay Area city
California Forever, the tech billionaire-backed group that hopes to build a city from scratch on farmland in the outer San Francisco Bay Area, is lobbying state leaders to fast-track a massive shipbuilding deal that would kick-start its development after years of local opposition.
Technology
Teletubbies Dance for LGBTQ+ Rights at Canva Beach Pride Party at Cannes Lions
And the award for best party at Cannes Lions goes to … There isn’t such a recognition (yet) from the annual festival of creativity for marketeers and advertisers in the South of France. But in 2026, that honor might as well go to Canva, the industry leading all in-one visual communication platform, for hosting a […]
Markets
Tesla and Waymo duel in the robotaxi race — but the company spending the most builds no cars at all
Uber is quietly writing $500 million checks to lock in robotaxis as Waymo threatens to leave it behind.
Technology
The "sad inevitability" of Europe's heat wave
Europeans are baking under their second heat wave of the summer.
California
The '90s transformed queer life. Hugh Ryan looks back with humor, heartbreak and clarity
Michelle Tea interviews Ryan about his rollicking, raw and revelatory memoir "My Bad."
Technology
The 124 best tech deals for day three of Prime Day
It’s day three of Prime Day, folks. We’re nearly 75 percent of the way through Amazon’s four-day sales event, and unsurprisingly, many deals are still sticking around. There have been all kinds of discounts on things like TVs, smart home gadgets, chargers, headphones, and more. Prime Day typically isn’t as big of a deal as […] It’s day three of Prime Day, folks. We’re nearly 75 percent of the way through Amazon’s four-day sales event, and unsurprisingly, many deals are still sticking around. There have been all kinds of discounts on things like TVs , smart home gadgets , chargers , headphones , and more . Prime Day typically isn’t as big of a deal as Black Friday, but it’s a chance to get some solid discounts on tech purchases both large and small. Many items are at or near their all-time low prices, and in the case of things th
Culture
The 5 Dress Silhouettes That Add Up to a Successful Celebrity Wedding
To emulate the weddings of Dua Lipa and Charli XCX, you will need six major bridal dresses. Here is how to create a celebrity wedding wardrobe.
Culture
The Best Zara Sale Items for Summer 2026
Shop the best of Zara’s sale, featuring everything from printed maxi dresses and thong sandals to easy essentials for summer outfitting.
Technology
The Luxury Footwear Revival Is Underway
Luxury shoe sales were depressed over the last several years, but a Bain & Co.-Altagamma luxury goods study expects improvement in 2026.
Markets
The S&P 500 is at a critical crossroads. A break lower could signal more losses ahead.
The S&P 500 on Thursday finished right on the cusp of a critical support line that, if broken, could portend more losses for stocks in the coming days and weeks.
California
The Ultimate Annotated California Camping Checklist
Everything you need to bring, plus the little luxuries — so you’ll never forget something at home again.
Markets
The Wall Street equivalent of roster-cut day happens Friday. It’ll be one of the biggest volume days of the year.
FTSE Russell is undertaking its semi-annual rebalancing — what the index provider calls its reconstitution — and the size of the undertaking could impact markets, say analysts.
Bay Area
The Yemeni Coffee Boom: How a Niche Trend Became a Bay Area Cultural Phenomenon
The first Yemeni cafe opened in San Francisco in 2022. Since then, more than 20 more have sprung up all over the Bay Area, offering a new type of gathering space.
Technology
The hidden steps that inspired the most iconic SF story of all time
Though city streets surround the narrow byway, fewer than a dozen homes line it.
News
The man who set a Virginia city council member on fire gets 40 years in prison
A man who admitted setting a Virginia councilman on fire last year was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Thursday
News
The new housing bill is historic. Experts say it may fall short for renters most in need
PBS News spoke with housing experts on how the bill can address the needs of lowest-income households and where the legislation falls short.
Technology
Theory Men’s Spring 2027: Soft and Summery
Men's creative director Martin Andersson offers updated versions of some of the season's staples.
Culture
Theory Spring 2027 Menswear
Theory Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
There Are 16 Joy Division Live Albums on the Way
A massive new box set is by far the most comprehensive collection to date of Ian Curtis and the band’s concert recordings
Markets
These hidden PCE inflation triggers could force a Fed rate hike — and shock the market
A hot PCE report will ignite Wall Street’s fear of a restrictive Fed.
California
This Iconic Tahoe Campground Just Reopened. Here’s How to Make the Most of It
Explore the newly opened D.L. Bliss State Park on the shores of Lake Tahoe now — before everyone else remembers it exists.
Markets
This crypto token just plunged 70%, taking its market cap below $1 billion
MemeCore’s M token dropped 72% on Wednesday night, weeks after a blockchain investigator posted warnings about the meme coin online
California
This new California law lets you give public officials a piece of your mind — remotely
Can’t get to a city council meeting? You can soon call in your comments.
Culture
Thousands feared dead in Venezuela after twin earthquakes flatten buildings
The fight to rescue the stranded, care for the living and retrieve the dead accelerated in Venezuela after back-to-back major earthquakes centered near the capital, Caracas. The damage in places appears catastrophic and the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that a disaster of this scope may have killed as many as 10,000 people. Stephanie Sy reports.
Technology
TikTok and YouTube are reinventing sports viewership. Broadcasters are taking note
Leagues, teams and media networks are increasingly meeting younger fans on social media as platforms like TikTok, Roblox and YouTube capture most of their time.
Technology
Tim Ryan, Former Variety Honolulu Correspondent, Dies at 80
Tim Ryan, a former Honolulu Star-Bulletin reporter who also reported on Hawaii’s film and television industry for Variety, died June 20 in West Seattle, Washington after a long illness. He was 80. Ryan was the Star-Bulletin’s senior entertainment writer from 1984 to 2006 and reported on film and television productions in Hawaii and on local […]
Technology
Top developers are pivoting from chatbots to physical AI
AI "world models" are the next frontier for computer scientists who see too many limitations in the AI language models behind popular chatbots
Technology
Trans-Pacific Shipping Rush Sends Container Rates to 22-Month High
Drewry says ocean freight rates rose to their highest level since September 2024 as importers replenish lower inventories and accelerate shipments ahead of July fuel surcharges and potential tariff changes.
California
Trump budget request omits funds for L.A. fire relief, prompting criticism from senators
The omission is the latest strain in a yearlong standoff between California leaders and the Trump administration over federal disaster aid.
California
Trump can begin deportations of Syrian, Haitian TPS holders, Supreme Court says
Justice Samuel Alito wrote that under the TPS law, the president has unreviewable authority to end the program, without intervention from the courts.
Technology
Trump keeps turning Republican wins into loyalty tests — and political liabilities
President Donald Trump’s moves on housing, FISA, Iran and Washington projects are creating new headaches for Republicans trying to show voters they can govern.
Technology
Trump pledges rapid U.S. response for Venezuela after historic earthquakes kill hundreds
The swift U.S. offer of assistance reflects a degree of diplomatic realignment between the Trump administration and the Venezuelan interim government.
Technology
Tubi to Provide Creatorverse Lineup to Amazon’s Fire TV (EXCLUSIVE)
Tubi, Fox’s free streaming service, has found a host of new screens for its Creatorverse lineup of shows. The service is bringing its suite of creator-led shows and movies to Amazon’s Fire TV platform, giving those with Fire TVs or tablets a front seat to shows starring creators such as Bob the Drag Queen, Celina […]
Markets
Two years after her death, Shannen Doherty’s Malibu home sells for $7.7 million
The home was described as her personal “sanctuary,” where she was able to escape the hustle and bustle of Hollywood, particularly during her lengthy cancer battle.
Technology
U.S. moves to reassure Gulf allies after latest Strait of Hormuz shutdown
A U.S. official confirmed to PBS News that Iran fired a drone that hit a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, and traffic through the strait has largely stopped. The strike came as Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Persian Gulf to try to reassure Arab allies that any agreement with Iran would protect their security. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Hussein Ibish.
Technology
UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through Strait of Hormuz after UK says a vessel was hit
A United Nations agency paused the evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after the British military said a vessel was hit by a projectile off the coast of Oman following the passage of several tankers that used a route backed by the U.N.
Markets
US Supreme Court Scales Back Roundup Cancer Lawsuits
The U.S. Supreme Court reined in thousands of lawsuits pursued in state courts accusing Bayer of failing to warn users that the active ingredient in its Roundup weedkiller causes cancer, handing a major legal victory on Thursday to the German …
Bay Area
US Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Culture
Uma Wang Spring 2027 Menswear
Uma Wang Spring 2027 Menswear
Culture
Unwanted Vinyl? No Problem: Inside Warner Music Group’s Quest to Make Recycled Vinyl the Norm
The label group is proving that unsold vinyl can be reprocessed into new pressings without compromising sound or quality, and is now asking music fans for help.
Markets
Update: London Faces Huge Financial Cost Because of Extreme Heat
London’s efforts to deal with rising temperatures come at a considerable financial cost that will require the city to turn to private investors for help, the mayor of the UK capital said. “This is an environmental crisis, but also it’s …
Technology
Veja: Inside the Sustainable Store That Doesn’t Mention Sustainability
Today, French sneaker brand Veja opens its fourth Centre Commercial store in Paris, bringing together brands that prioritize durability, craftsmanship, labor rights, and environmentalism. Just don’t call it sustainability.
California
Venezuela earthquake: Staggering destruction signals urgent warning for California
The devastation from two massive earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday offer a stark warning for California and other seismically vulnerable areas of the toll catastrophic shaking can bring to urban areas.
Culture
Venezuela's earthquake response hindered by economic and political crises
The U.S. and other nations are mobilizing relief efforts to assist the government in Venezuela following the twin earthquakes. Special correspondent Mónica Villamizar has extensive experience reporting in Venezuela and joined Amna Nawaz from Bogotá, Colombia, to discuss the latest developments.
California
Violence erupted near World Cup watch party in Koreatown; SoCal man ID'd, charged
The shooting took place June 18 as hundreds gathered for the Mexico vs South Korea match in Koreatown.
Technology
Virginie Efira to Be Honored by Locarno Film Festival
The Locarno Film Festival will celebrate Virginie Efira, the Belgian-born, France-based actress who was recently in Cannes with lead roles in two competition films: Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “All of a Sudden” and Asghar Farhadi’s “Parallel Tales.” Efira will be feted by the Swiss fest, which is Europe’s preeminent event dedicated to indie cinema, with its Leopard Club Award. She […]
Technology
Virginie Efira to Receive Locarno Leopard Club Award
”Bold yet thoughtful, instinctive yet ironic, she offers contemporary cinema a fresh perspective that continually reinvents itself.”
News
WATCH: Stephen Miller says 'America's doors are closed fully to asylum seekers' after Supreme Court rulings
The Supreme Court voted 6-3 on Thursday to allow the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disaster in Haiti and Syria, exposing hundreds of thousands more people to potential deportation.
Technology
Wales Bonner Spring 2027: In the Frame
Grace Wales Bonner took inspiration from studio portraiture and documentary photography for a collection that blended soft, worn-in fabrics with utilitarian and sporty shapes.
Markets
Wall Street is coalescing on a single S&P 500 target. The power of round numbers is irresistible.
Wall Street, and Main Street, love their round numbers, as at least four strategists have the same 8,000 year-end target on the S&P 500.
California
Warehouse fire in Boyle Heights is officially knocked down, LAFD says
The Los Angeles Fire Department will now work on handing over the operation to the owners of the building.
California
Watch to Learn More About ‘The Latest From KQED’
The Latest is powered by KQED’s award-winning newsroom and updates up to 19 times a day, bringing you Bay Area news as it happens.
Technology
Week-Long LA Warehouse Fire That Impacted Air Quality and Businesses Knocked Down
A fire near downtown Los Angeles that has affected the health of nearby residents and caused businesses economic harm for more than a week was knocked down Wednesday night, fire officials said. A fire at a 491,000-square-foot cold storage warehouse …
News
Weinstein's New York rape charge dropped after accuser says she can't endure a 4th trial
The movie mogul still stands convicted of another sexual felony in New York and others in California, and he remains behind bars. But the New York rape charge had remained unresolved after an overturned conviction followed by two hung juries.
Technology
Wendy's shares soar for a second day as retail investors pile into their new meme darling
The stock's advance appeared largely disconnected from company fundamentals and instead reflected a burst of social-media enthusiasm.
California
Were you at Burbank Airport on June 17? LA County is warning of measles exposure
It marks the seventh confirmed case in the county so far this year. We have details on additional locations where people may have been exposed.
Technology
We’ve had fire for longer than we thought
Archaeologists have unearthed new evidence that indicates hominids used fire up to 1.79 million years ago.
Culture
What Vogue Editors Are Buying on Prime Day 2026
Here’s what Vogue editors are actually shopping on Prime Day 2026—from beauty deals to fashion discounts and everything in between.
Bay Area
What is the California Legislature doing about homelessness this year? These are the bills to watch
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As this year’s legislative session speeds to a close, a handful of bills focused on the state’s homelessness crisis have made the cut so far. Though homelessness improved slightly last year, there are still an estimated 182,000 Californians with nowhere to call home. […]
Bay Area
What is the California Legislature doing about homelessness this year? These are the bills to watch
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As this year’s legislative session speeds to a close, a handful of bills focused on the state’s homelessness crisis have made the cut so far. Though homelessness improved slightly last year, there are still an estimated 182,000 Californians with nowhere to call home. […]
California
What is the California Legislature doing about homelessness this year? These are the bills to watch
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As this year’s legislative session speeds to a close, a handful of bills focused on the state’s homelessness crisis have made the cut so far. Though homelessness improved slightly last year, there are still an estimated 182,000 Californians with nowhere to call home. […]
California
What is the California Legislature doing about homelessness this year? These are the bills to watch
Bills moving through the Legislature this year address state-funded sober housing, RVs parked on city streets and homelessness prevention.
California
What is the California Legislature doing about homelessness this year? These are the bills to watch
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As this year’s legislative session speeds to a close, a handful of bills focused on the state’s homelessness crisis have made the cut so far. Though homelessness improved slightly last year, there are still an estimated 182,000 Californians with nowhere to call home. […]
Technology
What it Means to Be a Mathematician When AI Does the Math
In the mid-noughties, when music by the Killers and Franz Ferdinand blared out of every pub and nightclub I passed, I spent my days and nights struggling through a Ph.D. in applied mathematics . My research focused on simulating how special light waves interact in liquid crystals and using simple equations to approximate and understand those interactions. When I look back at my thesis now, liquid crystal technology is old hat, and I imagine my work could be completed with AI assistance in a matter of days—maybe hours. But the same cannot be said for the work of the pure mathematics Ph.D. students with whom I shared a cramped office at the University of Edinburgh. At the time, I felt sorry for these colleagues, who day after day sat at their desks, seemingly tearing their hair out and making no progress. (Though I was struggling too, I was at least always making some headway.) When we fin
Science
What science tells us about the health risks of Roundup
In a 7-2 ruling, the Supreme Court sided with the manufacturer of Roundup, overturning a Missouri jury award for a man who claimed the herbicide caused cancer. The decision is expected to block thousands of similar lawsuits across the country. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Dr. Chadi Nabhan, author of "Toxic Exposure: The True Story behind the Monsanto Trials and the Search for Justice."
California
What they’re saying: Leaders thankful for continued resources to help Los Angeles fire survivors
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News
What to know about Harvey Weinstein's cases after a rape charge was dropped
New York prosecutors have dropped a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein instead of trying it a fourth time
Global
What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered
There's a lot to know about this World Cup, and there are no dumb questions
Technology
Whitney Houston’s Estate Says Singer Was “Absolutely Not High” During Fall on Oprah Show
"Whitney absolutely fell off stage, but it was during a sound check and it was due to the darkness of the area and her unfamiliarity with the stage," a statement shared to the Grammy winner's Instagram read.
Technology
Why Does a Bank Need a Chief Scientist?
This article is brought to you by Capital One . After five years leading natural language understanding and eventually the entire Alexa AI organization at Amazon, Prem Natarajan made a nontraditional move: He became Chief Scientist at a bank. Not just any bank: Capital One, a financial institution serving over 100 million customers, helping everyday Americans manage their financial lives. For Natarajan, a veteran of DARPA-funded research and academia who had watched machine learning evolve from task-specific applications to foundation models, the logic was clear. Some of the most interesting advances in AI research and deployment were shifting from big tech’s horizontal platforms to industry verticals like finance, where the most complex problems aren’t just building models but making AI work under the constraints of real-world customer problems, contextual business knowledge, continuous
Technology
Why Iraq’s threat to leave OPEC may be the final nail in the cartel’s coffin
The message from the Iraqi government looks unequivocal: “allow us to bump up production significantly or we are leaving the club”
Technology
Why Palantir’s stock is having its worst month in years — even in the midst of an AI boom
Down over 30% since the beginning of June, shares of Palantir just hit a new 52-week low
Markets
Why getting dumped from the Dow is the ultimate buy signal for this — or any — stock
The “Dow curse” now favors Verizon over Alphabet.
California
Wildfire rebuilding boosts L.A. County job growth in May
The reconstruction of homes destroyed in the January 2025 wildfires helped drive L.A. County jobs growth in May.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 10:38AM PDT until June 26 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes, Owens Valley North, and Owens Valley South Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 27 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to 112 degrees. Major Heat Risk. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...In Arizona, Central La Paz and Parker Valley. In California, Palo Verde Valley. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM MST /11 AM PDT/ to 11 PM MST /11 PM PDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 27 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Chuckwalla Mountains, Chuckwalla Valley, and Imperial County Southeast. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 27 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 115 degrees. Major Heat Risk. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Imperial Valley including the city of El Centro. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 12:35PM MST until June 28 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 102 to 110 degrees. Major Heat Risk. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Imperial County Southwest. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM Friday to 11 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 2:19PM PDT until June 27 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Kings Canyon NP, Sequoia NP, South End of the Upper Sierra, Upper San Joaquin River, and Yosemite NP outside of the valley. * WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
California
Wind Advisory issued June 25 at 2:19PM PDT until June 28 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert. * WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 5 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Bay Area
With Al Horford returning, it’s time for the Warriors to pivot to guards
After adding a pair of wings in the draft, Golden State GM Mike Dunleavy re-signed a center who is preparing for his 20th NBA season.
News
Woodside hires Pamela Antil as new interim town manager
Woodside appointed a new interim town manager during its June 23 Town Council meeting, four months after former Town Manager Jason Ledbetter was placed on paid leave following the release of a 14-page whistleblower report. Pamela Antil will take over July 1, when Melissa Cardinale returns to her role as assistant town manager.
Technology
World Cup what to know: U.S. faces decisions for final group-stage game against winless Turkey
The U.S. has won consecutive World Cup matches for the first time since 1930. Its six goals in the first two matches are one short of the team record for a World Cup.
Technology
Xbox Hikes X and S Consoles Price by More Than $100, Discontinues 2 TB Model
Xbox is hiking the prices of its X and S gaming consoles by more than $100 across models, the Microsoft-owned company announced Thursday. This marks the second time Xbox has raised the prices of its consoles in less than year. The increase comes as the company is undergoing a significant round of layoffs under new […]
Technology
Yohji Yamamoto Men’s Spring 2027: Shouldering It All
The lineup wrapped together a study of shoulder constructions, notes on the history of male dress and philosophical musings, all by a master tailor who is just good at picking ideas apart.
Technology
You won’t have long to get these iPad deals before Apple’s price hike
Apple just raised prices across its iPad and MacBook lineup. The good news is that many retailers are still selling their inventory at the old prices or far less, which means you can still score some of the best iPad deals we may see in awhile — if ever again. So if you’ve been thinking […] You can save hundreds on the latest iPad Air. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple just raised prices across its iPad and MacBook lineup . The good news is that many retailers are still selling their inventory at the old prices or far less, which means you can still score some of the best iPad deals we may see in awhile — if ever again. So if you’ve been thinking about picking up a new iPad, now is probably the time to do it. Now the bad news: those discounts are starting to disappear, though. One of the best iPad deals of Prime Day, for instance, saw the M4-powered iP
Technology
YouTube updates Shorts to make it even more like TikTok
YouTube is adding even more TikTok-like features to Shorts, including a new "clear screen" mode that removes the icons and text from the video you're watching. In a blog post on Thursday, YouTube says it's also replacing the "thumbs-up" button with a "heart" icon, and is introducing a new option that lets you watch Shorts […] YouTube is adding even more TikTok-like features to Shorts, including a new "clear screen" mode that removes the icons and text from the video you're watching. In a blog post on Thursday , YouTube says it's also replacing the "thumbs-up" button with a "heart" icon, and is introducing a new option that lets you watch Shorts at 2x speed. As noted by YouTube, you can speed up a video by holding down the edge of your screen and lifting your finger when you want it to return to normal speed. You can lock the speed at 2x by pressing the player and swiping down. Anot
Bay Area
Zach Cregger's hit horror movie 'Barbarian' releasing on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray SteelBook
Watch the terror at home with Zach Cregger's hit horror film "Barbarian" releasing on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray SteelBook. 🎬🍼🎬
Technology
Zelenskyy says Russia is shifting air defenses to protect Moscow and other key sites after drone strikes
President Donald Trump praised Zelenskyy as "courageous," and Kyiv is hoping for continued support from G7 leaders.
Technology
Zendaya Stuns in Vintage $35 Spider-Man T-Shirt for ‘Brand New Day’ Event in Paris
“Style doesn’t always have to cost a fortune,” Law Roach, the Emmy winner's longtime stylist, wrote in an Instagram Story on Wednesday.
Technology
Zendaya Wears $35 Spider-Man T-Shirt to ‘Brand New Day’ Fan Event in Paris: ‘Style Doesn’t Always Have to Cost a Fortune’
A Zendaya press cycle usually means one couture — and project-themed — look after another. But for her latest stop on the “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” world tour, on Wednesday in Paris, the Emmy winner rocked a simple, oversized black t-shirt with the webslinger on the front. Of course, Zendaya and her longtime stylist Law […]
Culture
iHeartMedia Layoffs Hit Radio Hosts and Staff
The cuts reportedly affect dozens of jobs and come two months after an earlier round of layoffs at the radio giant.
Technology
‘Absolute Batman,’ ‘Krypto,’ Anime DC Series ‘Joker: Laugh Riot’ Unveiled at First DC Studios, Warner Bros. Animation Joint Annecy Showcase
In their first joint studio presentation at Annecy’s lakeside Bonlieu theater, DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation unveiled Thursday a next wave of animated projects for the years to come, including DC Studios’ first-ever anime series, “Joker: Laugh Riot,” Scott Snyder’s take on “Absolute Batman” and a new “Krypto” series by “Spongebob” alum C.H. Greenblatt. […]
Technology
‘Absolute Batman’ to Become Animated Series from Warner Bros. Animation, DC Studios
Meanwhile, a Joker anime series gets the greenlight.
Technology
‘Aquamarine’ Pilot Based on 2006 Movie Set at Disney
Emma Roberts is an executive producer and will reprise her on-camera role, and Sarah Watson is writing.
Technology
‘Aquamarine’ TV Series From ‘Bold Type’ Creator Gets Disney Pilot Order, Emma Roberts to Guest Star
A series adaptation of the 2006 film “Aquamarine” has received a pilot order at Disney+ and Disney Channel, Variety has learned. Emma Roberts, who starred in the original film, will guest star as Claire Brown in the pilot, with Roberts also onboard as an executive producer. The project hails from writer Sarah Watson, with the […]
Technology
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Bosses on Cutting Sandbending, ‘The Drill’ Episode and Other Season 2 Changes: ‘There’s Only So Much We Can Fit’
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Season 2 of the live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” now streaming on Netflix. Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is back for Season 2, following Aang’s (Gordon Cormier) journey to learn earthbending from the young, blind mentor Toph Beifong (Miyako), just as in the second season of the […]
Technology
‘Dept. Q’ Season 2 Adds Aisling Franciosi, Greg Wise and More to Cast as Production Starts in Scotland
The second season of “Dept. Q” is officially underway, with the Netflix crime series starting production in Scotland and adding 10 cast members. Matthew Goode is set to return as DCI Carl Morck alongside his rag-tag team of Alexej Manvelov as Akram Salim, Leah Byrne as DC Rose Dickson and Jamie Sives as DS James […]
Technology
‘Far Cry’ FX Series Casts Lizzy Caplan Alongside Rob Mac
Lizzy Caplan has joined the cast of FX’s upcoming “Far Cry” TV series, Variety has learned. The series was first reported to be set up at FX in November 2025 from creators Noah Hawley and Rob Mac, with Mac also set to star. Exact plot and character details remain under wraps, but the series will […]
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‘GTA 6’ preorders are live — and pack an unpleasant surprise for gamers besides the $80 price tag
As Rockstar Games kicks off “Grand Theft Auto VI” preorders, its digital-only “code-in-a-box” strategy is upsetting some fans
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‘Ghost Broker’ Who Procured 1,120 Policies Through Fraud Arrested
A 14-month-long “ghost broker” investigation has concluded with the arrest of a man accused of procuring more than 1,120 auto insurance policies using fraudulent data and social media apps. The Utah Insurance Department announced the arrest of Carlos David Garcia …
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Debuts With 21.5 Million Viewers in Three Days, Down Slightly From Season 2
The Season 3 premiere of “House of the Dragon” racked up 21.5 million global viewers in its first three days of availability, according to Warner Bros Discovery. A combination of Nielsen’s measurement of viewers on HBO’s cable channel and Warner Bros. Discovery’s own data regarding streams on HBO Max, that total represents a slight decrease […]
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‘I have full guardianship’: My son has special needs. If I buy him a condo, will that hurt his benefits?
“Another option would be for me to purchase the condo myself and have him pay me rent.”
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‘I was too scared to stay’: Patients are fleeing the UCSF Parnassus ER by the thousands
Staffing cuts, a boarding crisis, and an $809 million surplus. To employees, the question isn’t whether UCSF can fix its emergency department — it’s whether it wants to.
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‘Shrek’ Spinoff ‘Donkey’ Sets 2028 Release Date
Donkey! Shrek’s chatty, deeply needy sidekick is taking the spotlight in “Donkey,” a spinoff in the beloved animated series. Universal and DreamWorks have slated “Donkey” to release on June 30, 2028. Eddie Murphy is returning to voice his signature role in the film, which will serve as an origin story of how a donkey became […]
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‘Star Trek’ Celebrates 60th Anniversary With Italian Global Series Festival Spotlight
Running July 3–11 along the Adriatic coast, the Italian Global Series Festival returns for its sophomore edition with a leaner lineup and sharper focus. As international attendees hit up Rimini and Riccione, the showcase once again transforms the Riviera Romagnola into a beachfront crossroads for the television industry. “We wanted to open this festival to […]
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‘Supergirl’ is tracking toward a soft debut. It’s a reality check for the DC Studios reboot.
The studio was hoping to repeat the success of “Superman,” which powered a box-office turnaround for Warner Bros. last year and breathed new life into its DC comics franchise.
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‘The Other Bennet Sister’ Star Ella Bruccoleri on Playing a Regency Wallflower, Mary’s Romance with Tom and a Possible Season 2
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from Season 1 of “The Other Bennet Sister,” now streaming on BritBox. Ella Bruccoleri may be playing a Bennet sister on TV, but the actress wasn’t always a fan of Jane Austen. Bruccoleri read “Pride and Prejudice” for the first time when preparing to take on the lead role […]
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‘The Wolf King’ Romantic Fantasy Books in the Works as a Starz Series
Starz is developing a TV series based on “The Wolf King,” Lauren Palphreyman’s popular romantic fantasy book series. The project follows a princess named Aurora who is kidnapped by a werewolf. According to the official description, she will find herself “ensnared in a lethal love triangle” and “thrust into a war between humankind and her […]
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‘Vida’ Creator Tanya Saracho Reteams With Starz for Adaptation of Romantasy Novel ‘The Wolf King’
The series will be based on Lauren Palphreyman’s trilogy that follows a princess kidnapped and held captive by a “brooding werewolf alpha” amidst a war.
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‘Wish Me Luck’: Alison Wonderland Gets Selected For FIFA World Cup Honor
“OH MY GDDD I just got asked by ADIDAS to BRING OUT THE MATCH BALL TO THE FIELD FOR THE AUSTRALIA VS PARAGUAY MATCH TOMORROW,” the Aussie DJ and producer writes.