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'First Tee-Greater Philadelphia' instills life lessons through golf for Philly youth
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2026-07-02
479 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
California
10 hot books to read in July, cool new releases from Colson Whitehead and more
From the highly anticipated conclusion to Colson Whitehead's Harlem Trilogy to a new memoir from the author of 'Silver Linings Playbook,' here are 10 must-read books hitting shelves this July.
News
16 children rescued from Ohio home were 'almost feral,' authorities say
Authorities say 16 children from the same family who were rescued from a run-down home in rural Ohio were living in horrific conditions and were confined to just one room over much of the past four years
Culture
30+ Blue Wedding Shoes for Every Dress Code and Venue
Pay homage tradition with blue wedding shoes for your "something blue"—we found great options from Manolo Blahnik, Aeyde, and more.
Technology
5 takeaways from President Donald Trump's interview with CNBC
The president defended his family's business and said he feels bad that the presidency creates a conflict of interest in any of his children's investments.
Markets
5 things to know about Jersey Mike’s ahead of its IPO
Sandwich chain’s IPO filing offers details about sales gains and family compensation
Culture
50 Cent Tells Mayor Mamdani to Focus on Taylor Swift Wedding Instead of Him: ‘We Don’t Have Beef’
The Queens rapper responded to a recent interview the New York City mayor did with Complex , where he said their beef was "one-sided."
Culture
9 Midi Dress Outfits to Try This Summer
The midi dress is a summer staple for a reason—here are 9 ways to style it, for work, weekend, and beyond.
California
A Buena Park man ignited illegal fireworks that killed an 8-year-old girl. He now faces felony charges
Earl Decastro, 47, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, unlawfully causing fire with great bodily injury and the illegal possession of more than 100 pounds of dangerous fireworks, according to the Orange County district attorney's office.
Technology
A Mom Said Infant Formula Killed Her Baby. The Manufacturer Closed the File.
When makers of infant formula hear that babies got sick or died while using their products, what happens next is left largely to the manufacturers. They decide whether to inform the FDA about possible harm, which could trigger steps to protect the public.
Culture
A Paris Fete for the 2026 ANDAM Winners: “This Is the First Day of the Rest of My Life”
Led by Ami’s Alexandre Mattiussi, this year’s ANDAM jury was particularly focused on human skills and intelligence.
Culture
A Timeline of Scooter Braun & Sydney Sweeney’s Relationship
The music executive & actress were spotted together shortly after Sweeney called off her engagement in 2025.
News
A look at America's founding from the room where independence was declared
In July of 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially voted to sever political ties with Great Britain and declare independence. In this week celebrating 250 years since the founding of the nation, and just ahead of Independence Day, Judy Woodruff brings us a conversation from a site synonymous with the Founding Fathers. It's part of her series, Crossroads: America at 250.
Bay Area
A ‘new way of thinking’ boosted math proficiency in an East Palo Alto school
The Rotary club is set to award East Palo Alto teacher Harriette Huang, who left behind a tech career to become an educator, with an award for her dedication to boosting math proficiency.
Technology
AI Needs More Data Centers, But ‘Local Resistance’ Stands In the Way
Data centers will grow regardless, a global study said. It's just a matter of how fast.
Technology
AI won’t save advertising, says Digitas’ Amy Lanzi
We’ve got a special Decoder today — I had the chance to talk with Amy Lanzi, the CEO of Digitas North America, in front of a live audience at the Uber Villa at the Cannes Lions advertising festival in the South of France. I know, it’s a hard gig, but I do it for you. […] We’ve got a special Decoder today — I had the chance to talk with Amy Lanzi, the CEO of Digitas North America, in front of a live audience at the Uber Villa at the Cannes Lions advertising festival in the South of France. I know, it’s a hard gig, but I do it for you. Amy has been on Decoder three times now , and she’s one of my favorite people to chat with — she is clear-eyed about what the advertising industry really is and does for brands and what all the money sloshing around the ad-supported internet really accomplishes. You’ll hear her say that she thinks the traditional chief marketing officer role is done fo
Markets
AM Best Revises Outlook to Positive for Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation
AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “a+” (Excellent) of Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation (LWCC), based in Baton …
Technology
Africa CDC confirms Marburg case in Uganda as Ebola outbreak rages
Early reports indicate there may be another case, but spread is thought to be localized.
California
Air Quality Alert issued July 2 at 2:10PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of fine particle pollution. Visit https://www.aqmd.gov/alertinfo to check current and forecasted air quality levels. * WHERE...Most of Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and local weather conditions. * WHEN...High particle pollution due to fireworks expected from dusk Saturday until 3 PM Sunday. * IMPACTS...Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, bronchitis, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
California
Air Quality Alert issued July 2 at 9:20AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...The Imperial County APCD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of ozone pollution. Visit https://www.aqmd.gov/alertinfo to check current and forecasted air quality levels. * WHERE...the Imperial Valley. Levels of ozone pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and air pollution transport. * WHEN...Today, July 2, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Friday, July 3, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The highest ozone levels typically occur in the afternoon and early-evening hours. * IMPACTS... Ozone air pollution can cause serious health problems, including trouble breathing, asthma attacks, and lung damage. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
California
Alameda County extends Flock contract for 18 months despite privacy concerns
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved an 18-month contract extension with surveillance infrastructure company Flock Safety for the use of law enforcement technology, including automated license plate reader cameras, in the county’s unincorporated communities. Police departments use ALPR cameras to investigate crimes like stolen vehicles. However, privacy watchdogs have raised concerns about federal agencies being able […] The post Alameda County extends Flock contract for 18 months despite privacy concerns appeared first on Local News Matters .
Science
Alpha-gal Immunoglobulin E Seroprevalence Among Blood Donors - 10 States, 2024-2025
This report describes seroprevalence of alpha-gal immunoglobulin E in blood donor samples collected during 2024-2025.
Technology
Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor
Amazon says it now has enough satellites operating in low-Earth orbit to light up its Starlink internet competitor. With last night's launch, Amazon Leo has 396 satellites deployed, which is "enough to support continuous service across initial latitudes," according to Chris Weber, VP heading up business and product for Amazon Leo. That puts the company […] Payloads of Amazon’s Leo satellites sorted by launch vehicle. | Image: Amazon Amazon says it now has enough satellites operating in low-Earth orbit to light up its Starlink internet competitor. With last night's launch, Amazon Leo has 396 satellites deployed, which is "enough to support continuous service across initial latitudes," according to Chris Weber, VP heading up business and product for Amazon Leo. That puts the company on track to meet its "mid-2026" target for commercial availability. Just don't expect miracles on day
Technology
Amazon is designing its own AI chips for Echo, Fire TV and future devices, exec tells CNBC
Amazon hardware chief Panos Panay says the company is designing custom chips for key devices as it experiments with AI gadgets.
Technology
America 250: Fashion, Influence and Identity, 2001-2026
Nostalgia, street style and social media opened the millennium, influencing American fashion and shaping its newest consumer.
Markets
America Turns 250, and the Risk Meter Is Still Working
This weekend, America turns 250 years old and that means that everyone will be celebrating in the most American of ways. We are all for the traditional celebrations, but let’s face it, it’s hard to turn the internal risk meter …
Technology
America at 250: Navigating U.S. AI Policy and the Digital Overhaul of the Textile Industry
As investing in AI accelerates, a tug of war on the policy front is expected to continue.
Technology
Americans are paying record prices for steak. Here's why demand isn't cracking
Despite record beef prices, Americans aren't giving up steak. Consumers are treating beef as an affordable luxury and prioritizing it for special occasions.
Bay Area
America’s 250th: The empire that founded SF has a warning for us
San Francisco turns 250 alongside America — as the last outpost of a Spanish empire that collapsed shortly after. The parallels to today are hard to ignore.
California
Amid Miranda’s Rescue Probe, Lawmakers Push Animal Shelter Oversight
An investigation into a Northern California rescue has renewed calls for state oversight, public reporting requirements and greater accountability for animal rescues.
Culture
Angela Nikolau, the Woman Who Climbed the Empire State Building, Is an Artist
Her action from earlier today vaguely recalls another memorable piece of performance art.
Technology
Anime-Inspired Series ‘Dragon Striker’ Gets Second Season at Disney (Exclusive)
Season 2 of the sports fantasy show will debut in early 2027 across Disney+ and Disney XD.
Culture
Anna October Resort 2027
Anna October Resort 2027
Technology
Anne Hathaway Quit ‘Knocked Up’ Over Graphic Birthing Scene, Says Seth Rogen: ‘She Felt That It Was Not Her Brand’
Seth Rogen appeared on “The A24 Podcast” alongside his “The Invite” director and co-star Olivia Wilde and remembered when Anne Hathaway quit “Knocked Up,” Judd Apatow’s classic 2007 comedy in which Rogen and Katherine Heigl starred as a mismatched couple having a baby together. Wilde auditioned for the female lead but didn’t get the part. […]
California
Another OC city is asking voters to approve taxes to shore up budgets
Santa Ana voters could see sales tax measure on November ballot.
California
Argentine club queen Six Sex wants you to get free
In her debut album, "Ultra," Six Sex counters today's "sex recession" with "ultra terrorific fantasy." She spoke to De Los about her pleasure-seeking ethos and Argentina's alt-pop vanguard.
Technology
Ars Live recap: When are the big rockets NASA desperately needs going to be ready?
I have not seen anyone put out a date for a new rocket, and actually hit it.
Technology
Artificial cell manages a few rounds of cell division
It only works for a few divisions thanks to a lot of added materials.
Culture
Artist Calls on Manifesta 16 to Remove Installation, Alleging Plagarism
The contested installation consists of reclaimed church pews installed on their side inside St. Gertrude Church.
Culture
As Venezuela crisis deepens, Chef José Andrés feeds earthquake survivors and search teams
Venezuela's earthquake death toll has climbed to nearly 2,300 with thousands injured and tens of thousands still missing. Overwhelmed morgues, growing humanitarian needs, and mounting frustration over the pace of the response are compounding the crisis. Geoff Bennett spoke with Chef José Andrés, whose World Central Kitchen is on the ground delivering meals to survivors and first responders.
Bay Area
As transgender troops leave the military, California seeks to help them start new lives
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. U.S. Navy sailor Chase Humes is moving back to his dad’s house in Texas. Last month, the 25-year-old was notified that his “voluntary separation” from the Navy, which he’d applied for in May 2025, had been approved — he would be released from […]
California
As transgender troops leave the military, California seeks to help them start new lives
After a year of limbo, some transgender troops who opted to leave the U.S. military voluntarily are finally being released. A new California bill would protect those forced out with a less than honorable discharge.
Bay Area
As transgender troops leave the military, California seeks to help them start new lives
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. U.S. Navy sailor Chase Humes is moving back to his dad’s house in Texas. Last month, the 25-year-old was notified that his “voluntary separation” from the Navy, which he’d applied for in May 2025, had been approved — he would be released from […]
California
As transgender troops leave the military, California seeks to help them start new lives
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. U.S. Navy sailor Chase Humes is moving back to his dad’s house in Texas. Last month, the 25-year-old was notified that his “voluntary separation” from the Navy, which he’d applied for in May 2025, had been approved — he would be released from […]
California
As transgender troops leave the military, California seeks to help them start new lives
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. U.S. Navy sailor Chase Humes is moving back to his dad’s house in Texas. Last month, the 25-year-old was notified that his “voluntary separation” from the Navy, which he’d applied for in May 2025, had been approved — he would be released from […]
Technology
Ashley Tisdale Developing ‘Toxic Moms’ Comedy Series at Netflix Following Viral Essay
The former Disney teen star is executive producing the series alongside Ali Wong and Sabrina Jalees, who is also writing.
Culture
Ashley Tisdale to Turn ‘Toxic Mom’ Drama Into a Netflix Series
Ali Wong and Sabrina Jalees are also involved.
Technology
Autonomous drone startup Quantum Systems raises $1.2 billion as investors pile into defense
Defense tech startups are raising record amounts on both sides of the Atlantic amid a flurry of investment in the sector.
Technology
Azzedine Alaïa Foundation to Expand This Fall
It is to take over the historic Alaïa boutique at 7 Rue de Moussy, which is interconnected with the main foundation space.
Bay Area
Azzubair Outen-Fleming, 16, arrested in Colorado in Philadelphia shooting of Penn State student Billy Schmidt; Kaiseem Smith surrenders
Azzubair Outen-Fleming, 16, was arrested in Colorado in the Philadelphia shooting of Penn State student Billy Schmidt; Kaiseem Smith surrendered to police.
Bay Area
Bay Area Host Committee plans to become permanent sports leadership commission
The Bay Area Host Committee, which helped coordinate the World Cup and Super Bowl in the region, has announced plans to make the committee a permanent regional leadership commission that will continue to bring sports events to the Bay Area for years to come. The initiative announced Tuesday will be led by its inaugural Leadership […] The post Bay Area Host Committee plans to become permanent sports leadership commission appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot
A proposed tax to support Bay Area public transit was certified Tuesday to go on the California general election ballot this November.
Bay Area
Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot
A proposed tax to support Bay Area public transit was certified Tuesday to go on the California general election ballot this November.
Bay Area
Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot
A proposed tax to support Bay Area public transit was certified Tuesday to go on the California general election ballot this November.
Bay Area
Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot
A proposed tax to support Bay Area public transit was certified Tuesday to go on the California general election ballot this November.
Bay Area
Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot
A proposed tax to support Bay Area public transit was certified Tuesday to go on the California general election ballot this November. The Connect Bay Area initiative, if approved by a majority of voters, would implement a half-cent sales tax in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo and Santa Clara, as well as a one-cent sales […] The post Bay Area transit sales tax measure certified to go on November ballot appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Bay City Books: New books by NorCal authors June-July 2026
These are among the new titles with local themes or released by local writers, listed in alphabetical order by author names: “The Wisdom of the Odyssey: Twenty-Four Life Lessons from Homer’s Epic” by Phil Cousineau New World Library, 272 pages, $19.95 paperback, June 30, 2026  San Francisco cultural historian Phil Cousineau’s extensive look at Homer’s “Odyssey’ […] The post Bay City Books: New books by NorCal authors June-July 2026 appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
Bayer Fuels Break-Up Talk as Roundup Business Put Into Separate Unit
Bayer said on July 2 it was consolidating its U.S. Roundup business in a new unit, less than a week after scoring a major legal victory that blocked thousands of state-court lawsuits related to the weedkiller. The creation of the …
Global
Belgium overturns two-goal deficit to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time in round of 32 at World Cup
Belgium overturns two-goal deficit to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time in round of 32 at World Cup
California
Best things to do this 4th of July weekend in LA and SoCal
Fireworks and drone shows, rubber duckies, a food fest and more of the best things to do this July 4 weekend.
Technology
Big Tech’s Carbon Emissions Spike With Runaway Growth of AI
The greenhouse gas emissions of Amazon.com Inc. and Alphabet Inc.’s Google spiked in 2025, pointing to a growing problem for the hyperscalers: reconciling their climate goals with the massive amount of energy required to power AI, much of it still …
California
Bill to ban sex offenders from running for office fails in California Senate committee
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) voted against AB 2753, which would have banned sex offenders from running for office. The vote failed 2-1-2 in committee.
Culture
Billboard and Cerveza Victoria Celebrate the Rise of Música Mexicana
The collaboration highlights authenticity and cultural evolution with an exclusive interview and performance from Clave Especial
Technology
BitTorrent’s disastrous, legendary, and controversial story
Twenty-five years ago today, a young, little-known programmer by the name of Bram Cohen fired off a short message to a mailing list for peer-to-peer enthusiasts. "My new app, BitTorrent, is now in working order, check it out here," Cohen wrote, followed by a link to his personal website. "What's BitTorrent, Bram?" the founder of […] Twenty-five years ago today, a young, little-known programmer by the name of Bram Cohen fired off a short message to a mailing list for peer-to-peer enthusiasts. "My new app, BitTorrent, is now in working order, check it out here," Cohen wrote, followed by a link to his personal website. "What's BitTorrent, Bram?" the founder of the list asked in response. Cohen never bothered to reply. The world would find out soon enough. In the following years, BitTorrent quickly became the world's most popular file-sharing app, unleashing a massive wave of piracy th
Markets
BlueCrest Slams UK as Bad for Business After Top Court Tax Case Loss
Michael Platt’s BlueCrest Capital Management said the UK is “no longer a serious contender” as a place to do business after the firm lost a £200 million ($265 million) UK Supreme Court ruling over how some of its senior traders …
California
Boil-water notice for part of Koreatown lifted after earlier test found E. coli
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power has lifted a boil-water notice it issued for a two-block area of Koreatown after routine testing came back negative for E. coli.
Markets
Both payroll employment (+57,000) and unemployment rate (4.2%) change little in June
Both total nonfarm payroll employment (+57,000) and the unemployment rate (4.2 percent) changed little in June. Employment continued to trend up in professional and business services, social assistance, and health care. Leisure and hospitality lost jobs.
California
Boyle Heights blaze choked parts of L.A. with astronomical soot pollution
The warehouse fire exposed residents to smoke and soot that was worse than the 2025 Los Angeles County fires.
Culture
British Singer Gary Glitter Charged With Sexually Abusing Another Young Girl
The 82-year-old “Rock and Roll” singer has repeatedly been convicted of pedophilia and is currently imprisoned for abusing three children in the 1970s.
Technology
Bryan Fuller’s ‘Dust Bunny,’ ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ Lead Fangoria Chainsaw Awards 2026 Nominees (EXCLUSIVE)
Horror fans, it’s time to have your say. Fangoria has announced its Chainsaw Awards nominees for 2026, which lets fans vote on the best horror works across film, television and gaming of the last year. Bryan Fuller’s “Dust Bunny” and “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” lead this year’s nominees with nine nods each, with […]
Bay Area
CA family almost loses chance to attend World Cup at Levi's Stadium after StubHub seller backs out
We all know FIFA World Cup tickets are a hot commodity. Especially when USA is playing in the Bay Area and won! But, what happens if the tickets you bought - suddenly disappeared on StubHub?
Technology
CEO Talks: Georges Kern on Tailoring Universal Genève to a Saturated Luxury Era
The CEO of the watchmaker's House of Brands parent spoke of a couture house-inspired approach and hinted at jewelry as a potential next step for the nascent group.
California
California Lawmakers Defend New ‘Glock Ban’ in Face of Trump Lawsuit
The state “won’t back down in the face of threats from Donald Trump and the NRA,” said Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, an author of a new law restricting pistols that can be converted into fully-automatic machine guns.
California
California Says Homicide Is Down, But Anti-Trans, Anti-Immigrant Hate Crimes Are Peaking
Crime has reached historic lows in the state, but anti-citizenship status bias incidents have doubled.
California
California State Parks pass programs reach major milestones during last week to download the free Historian Passport
California State Parks pass programs reach major milestones during last week to download the free Historian Passport
California
California reaches major milestone in modernizing behavioral healthcare: Proposition 1 goes into effect statewide
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Bay Area
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, 1st for Chinese American in state history
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.
Bay Area
California unions want to unwind a landmark pension reform. Who will foot the bill?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The 1998 election of Gray Davis as governor was something of a fluke. Davis had climbed the political ladder one rung at a time, from serving as Gov. Jerry Brown’s chief of staff to a seat in the state Assembly, then a stint […]
Bay Area
California unions want to unwind a landmark pension reform. Who will foot the bill?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The 1998 election of Gray Davis as governor was something of a fluke. Davis had climbed the political ladder one rung at a time, from serving as Gov. Jerry Brown’s chief of staff to a seat in the state Assembly, then a stint […]
California
California unions want to unwind a landmark pension reform. Who will foot the bill?
California's labor unions want to loosen a pension reform from the recession era, but local governments fear the added costs and how it would widen unfunded liabilities.
California
California unions want to unwind a landmark pension reform. Who will foot the bill?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The 1998 election of Gray Davis as governor was something of a fluke. Davis had climbed the political ladder one rung at a time, from serving as Gov. Jerry Brown’s chief of staff to a seat in the state Assembly, then a stint […]
California
California unions want to unwind a landmark pension reform. Who will foot the bill?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The 1998 election of Gray Davis as governor was something of a fluke. Davis had climbed the political ladder one rung at a time, from serving as Gov. Jerry Brown’s chief of staff to a seat in the state Assembly, then a stint […]
Technology
Can This Cover of Taylor Swift’s ‘Love Story’ Break Mosh Pit Records?
The Offspring is trying to make history with their version of the famous pop song
California
Capitola affordable housing advances, construction expected by November
1098 38th Ave. slated for 52 below-market-rate homes The post Capitola affordable housing advances, construction expected by November appeared first on Santa Cruz Local .
Technology
Cardi B Wins $60,000 From Blogger Tasha K Over Offset and Stefon Diggs Posts
The rapper said the blogger violated a previous deal stemming from Cardi's $4 million defamation victory in 2022
Bay Area
Catherine Laga'aia makes emotional feature film debut in Disney's live-action 'Moana'
19-year-old Samoan Australian breakout star Catherine Laga'aia landed the title role in Disney's new live-action film "Moana."
Markets
Cedents Find Competitive Market Conditions at Midyear Reinsurance Renewals: Brokers
Record levels of reinsurance capital and strong reinsurer profits are driving increasing reinsurer risk appetites and softening prices during the midyear renewals, according to reinsurance brokers in their respective market reports. “In the traditional property market, abundant reinsurer capacity continues …
Technology
Chanel Buys Historic French Shirtmaker Charvet
The deal aims to secure the future of the 188-year-old company, which has worked with Chanel artistic director Matthieu Blazy on several recent designs.
Technology
Chief Oscars Officer Teni Melidonian Transitions to AMPAS Consultant as Awards Production Moves Under Jennifer Davidson
As the Oscars ceremony prepares for its move to YouTube in 2029, chief Oscars officer Teni Melidonian is stepping down, AMPAS CEO Bill Kramer told staffers in an email, according to sources. Melidonian, who has been the lead liaison between the Academy and Disney/ABC, will continue on as a consultant for the next year. Kramer […]
News
City Council Meeting – Canceled
City Council Meeting – Canceled Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Verify meeting dates and times on the posted agenda. Meeting agendas can be viewed on the Meeting & Agenda Center in advance of each meeting. City Council responsible for the legislative function of the City, such as reviewing public policies and adopting policies responsive to the community. All the council members serve at large, which means that each member represents the entire city. The City Council generally meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Special meetings may be scheduled as needed. Unless otherwise noted on the agenda, meetings are held at the location below. Zoom webinar access information will be provided on the posted agenda. What is on the agenda for tonight? Want to learn more? Check out the full agenda for tonight below. Agenda and Reports How to Part
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City of Arandas and City of Hayward Sister City Flag Exchange
City of Arandas and City of Hayward Sister City Flag Exchange Calendar Mon, 07/06/2026 - 10:00 City Government Off Rotunda 777 B Street City Hall, Rotunda Hayward , CA 94541 United States
Bay Area
Clare Frischmuth Smith
The only child of Avis (Besk) and Leland Dewitz, Clare grew up in Wisner, Nebraska, a town of just 1,200 people. As a Girl Scout, she earned the Curved Bar Award (now known as the Gold Award). After graduating from…
California
Commentary: 250 years? California was already going strong when the 13 colonies got their act together
Don't get all cocky, you 13 original colonies. Yes, yes, 250 years, congratulations, enjoy the cake.
News
Community briefs: Fireworks warning, hardware store celebration and new Community Watch Group
In community briefs this week, Woodside Fire district warns against using fireworks, a Woodside Plaza hardware store celebrates reopening after a fire and Menlo Park police reintroduce a volunteer neighborhood watch program.
California
Con Fire shares details about new Station 90 in Brentwood, expected to be open in 2029
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District shared details this week about a new fire station planned in Brentwood. The new facility, Station 90, is planned on a city-owned 5-acre parcel on Lone Tree Way and Windy Springs Road, and it will be staffed by a crew of four firefighters, according to the fire district, […] The post Con Fire shares details about new Station 90 in Brentwood, expected to be open in 2029 appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Coty Reshuffles Executive Leadership to Accelerate Coty.Curated Strategy and Streamline Operations
As part of the changes, executive chairman and interim CEO Markus Strobel will take direct control of prestige commercial operations.
Technology
Curation, Color and Keeping Cool Were the Buzzwords at the Paris Trade Shows and Showrooms
Buyers at Man / Woman, Welcome Edition and showrooms around town, where women’s pre-collections had an even bigger role this season, were shopping for the new realities of summer.
Culture
DOJ and FTC Issue Fiscal Year 2025 Hart-Scott-Rodino Annual Report
The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission released their 48th Annual Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Report . This report summarizes the agencies’ merger enforcement efforts and provides fiscal year 2025 data on the Premerger Notification Program, which alerts the agencies to transactions that may substantially lessen competition in violation of federal law.
California
DUAL North America Launches California Homeowners Product
DUAL North America launched a California Homeowners insurance product, expanding its U.S. personal lines offering. The product is written on an HO-3 form, backed by an A.M. Best ‘A’ rated carrier, and offers dwelling coverage limits of up to $5 …
Culture
David Vodicka Closes Media Arts Lawyers, Launches New Firm
Partners at the previous firm will focus on new ventures, with Julian Hewitt and Rob Glass launching Hewitt Glass Law
Culture
Defendant Who Was Extradited from Guatemala Pleads Guilty for Involvement in 2022 Mass Casualty Alien Smuggling Event
A Guatemalan man pleaded guilty today for his involvement in a 2022 mass casualty alien smuggling event in San Antonio, Texas, that resulted in 53 deaths and 11 aliens injured.
Bay Area
Demolition underway at Los Altos School District’s ’10th site’ in Mountain View
Years in the making, crews recently began knocking down buildings on an 11.7-acre plot of land within the San Antonio Shopping Center, where the Los Altos School District plans to build a 607-student school.
Bay Area
Disneyland Resort's 'Soarin' Across America' debuts with new scenes for America's 250th anniversary
Featuring scenes from sea to shining sea, take a peek at the new "Soarin' Across America" in Disneyland Resort.
Technology
Djrum Prepping New EP I Wander
A suite of six continuous tracks follows last year’s Under Tangled Silence
Markets
Dow scores fresh record despite tepid jobs report. Why the rest of 2026 is about workers.
“American workers are not getting a raise,” says J.P. Morgan Asset Management strategist.
Bay Area
Downtown San Jose scores big with World Cup
Levi’s Stadium may have hosted its final FIFA World Cup match Wednesday, but the tournament’s economic impact is still playing out in downtown San Jose, where thousands of soccer fans continue gathering for watch parties that are bringing business to bars, restaurants and street vendors. As fans streamed into San Pedro Square ahead of the... The post Downtown San Jose scores big with World Cup appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Fred’s 90th Anniversary High Jewelry Masterpiece Is Not for Sale
The 101-carat Soleil d’Or yellow diamond takes a starring role in the Monsieur Fred Golden Light collection, but will head back to the patrimonial vaults after its Paris Couture Week showcase.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Moreau Paris Will Soon Have a New Owner
Strategic and financial investors are vying for the leather goods brand via a court-supervised process in Paris.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Richemont Gets Behind ‘A Bunch of Designers’
As an offshoot of its AZ Academy post-graduate education program, the Swiss luxury group will accompany six emerging talents in producing and selling their collections at a Paris pop-up this fall.
Technology
Editorial: It's time to step up and have your say for science
Your comments on a dangerous rule putting politicals in charge of science can matter.
Bay Area
Elinor “Lolly” Osborne
Lolly Osborne, born Elinor Louise Fasani, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2026, surrounded by her three children — Ryan Osborne (Jenette), Kristi Osborne Spector (Dan), and Jani Osborne (Tilio) — and her loyal companion, Vader. She was…
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Ellie Goulding Skips Wimbledon’s Tennis Ball Pump Trend for Chloé Sandals
As “Challengers”-inspired heels returned to the grounds, Goulding paired Matilda sandals with a ruffled polka-dot silk mini.
Technology
Engineering the Future: How Milliken Is Driving Molecular-level Innovation in Technical Textiles
Executive vice president and president Allen Jacoby on balancing performance with sustainability, the resurgence of domestic manufacturing, and capitalizing on the AI infrastructure boom.
Technology
Erotic Film Meets Doc in ‘My Friend the Porn Star’: To Be or Not to Be Seen… That Is the Question (Exclusive Trailer)
Austrian writer-director Rosa Friedrich hasn't usually watched pornography, but then her friend Timo shares that he'd love to star in an artistic erotic film. The resulting hybrid journey premieres in Karlovy Vary's Proxima competition.
Technology
Europe wants to rebalance trade with Beijing, but can't quit Chinese air conditioners
An historic heat wave has driven unprecedented demand for Chinese-made air conditioners in Europe, underscoring the tough task Brussels faces in rebalancing trade with Beijing.
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Europe's leaders close ranks as they face barbs and pressure from Trump
After Trump questioned Italy's reliability as a wartime ally and claimed Giorgia Meloni had groveled for his attention, European leaders rallied to Meloni's side. It is the latest example of how the often divisive American president is helping to draw Europe closer together.
Science
Europe’s Climate Adaptation Efforts Have Lagged its Net-Zero Drive
The June heatwave that broke a series of temperature records in Europe has focused minds on the urgency of adapting to global warming in a continent once complacent about its relatively gentle climate and its ambitious goals on reducing emissions. …
Technology
Eurovision Welcomes Canada to Participate in 2027 Song Contest
North American country to join Australia and Israel as non-European competitors
Markets
Ex-Michigan Police Lieutenant Pleads Guilty to Falsifying Salvage Vehicle Inspections
A former Lincoln Township, Michigan Police Department Detective Lieutenant has pled no contest to falsifying salvage vehicle inspections, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Johnathan Chase, 54, of Stevensville, pled to one count of Misconduct in Office and one count …
Technology
Executive Turntable: Blake Duncan & Scott Hendricks Launch TAYCAN Entertainment
In this week's Executive Turntable, Harmen Hemminga joins Merlin from Downtown Music and Duncan Smith joins ROAM, bringing along clients Angine de Poitrine.
Technology
FAA proposal: Supersonic airliners can fly over US cities if they’re quiet
New US rules would legalize quiet supersonic flights without the sonic boom.
California
FDA escalates recall of Utz brand potato chips before July Fourth holiday
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified the recall of certain types of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips as the highest risk level.
California
Faces and voices of Angelenos on America's 250th
We asked people across Southern California what the milestone means to them — and about their hopes for the nation as it celebrates its independence.
California
Facing setbacks and resistance, Trump presses bid to reshape elections on multiple fronts
President Trump has spent months waging an unusually aggressive campaign to reshape how states run elections.
Bay Area
Family-run candy shop creating sweet treats for more than 45 years
Family-run candy shop, Shoppes of Premise Maid, has been creating sweet treats for more than 45 years.
Markets
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Small Business Bank and announces termination enforcement actions with BNP Paribas S.A., BNP Paribas USA, Inc., BNP Paribas Securities Corp., and Community Bankshares,
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Small Business Bank and announces termination enforcement actions with BNP Paribas S.A., BNP Paribas USA, Inc., BNP Paribas Securities Corp., and Community Bankshares, Inc.
California
Fireworks in your neighborhood? These escapes can give you peace and quiet
Here are some places to spend the Fourth of July for people with sensory issues, young kids and pets who want to avoid illegal fireworks shows.
California
First recorded Tesla Semi crash kills two people in Nevada
An electric Tesla Semi struck two passenger vehicles outside of Reno on Sunday, leaving two dead and sending one to the hospital.
Markets
Flood Re to Cut Insurance Payouts to Richest UK Households
The UK’s flood insurer of last resort is unfairly favoring wealthier households and will be reformed to reduce the burden of multimillion-pound payouts, the government said Wednesday. As part of the changes, Flood Re will lower the premiums it charges …
Culture
Florida Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Travelling Internationally to Sexually Exploit Minors
A Florida man was sentenced today to 30 years in prison and lifetime supervised release for the production of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) of victims as young as eight years old.
Markets
Florida Supreme Court Ruling Could Mean New Pressure to Settle High-Dollar Lawsuits
A lawsuit brought by the former head of Marvel Entertainment made headlines around the country last November when it resulted in a $50 million jury verdict against Isaac Perlmutter’s wealthy Palm Beach neighbor and Federal Insurance Co. But it was …
Culture
Fonseca Signs With WME for Worldwide Booking: ‘Is Very Important for My Career’
The Colombian singer-songwriter is preparing to go on tour with his latest album, Antes Que El Tiempo Se Vaya .
Technology
Forced Labor Is Becoming a Geopolitical Risk for Global Supply Chains
At the same time, sourcing teams are failing to treat the risk as a priority, according to a new report from Verisk Maplecroft.
Technology
Ford CEO wants level playing field with Toyota, GM imports as USMCA trade talks reopen
Ford reports it assembled more than 2 million vehicles in the U.S. last year – more than any other auto manufacturer, including 311,000 units for export.
Technology
Ford Q2 sales drop 10.3% due to F-Series supplier issue, falling EV demand
Ford said its EV sales fell by 40.7% during the quarter compared with a year earlier, while sales of its F-Series trucks, including the F-150, fell 11%.
Culture
Forget French: The American Pharmacy Products Tourists Are Hoarding For Home
U.S. tourists love French pharmacies. But what should FIFA-bound visitors pick up stateside? Here’s the most popular American pharmacy buys they could hoard.
Technology
Former Auto-Owners Claims Manager in NC Charged With Fraud in His Own Claim
A longtime claims manager for Auto-Owners Insurance Co. has been charged with defrauding the company of more than $43,000. Ian V. Eisnaugle, 41, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, was charged with insurance fraud and forgery in June after he reportedly submitted …
Technology
From $2 Old Navy Sandals to 70%-Off Anthropologie Minidresses, Here Are the 4th of July Fashion Deals We’re Shopping This Weekend
Move over, Prime Day: These Independence Day sales promise even steeper savings on summer's hottest brands.
Technology
From Proton Packs to Canon-Building: ‘Ghostbusters’ Eyes Its Own ‘Clone Wars’ Moment
The new Netflix series 'Ghostbusters: Night Shift' aims to bridge the gap between the original 80s films and the 2020 sequels, while extending Ghostbuster canon.
California
Funding Secured for California Program Providing Fruits and Veggies to Low-Income Families
Last month, food advocates rang the alarm over the CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable EBT Program’s possible termination due to a lack of funding in this year’s state budget.
Technology
GKids Acquires Studio Ghibli Library for U.K. and Ireland
GKids will kick off a series of Ghibli re-releases with the Imax release of Hayao Miyazaki's 'Kiki’s Delivery Service' in August.
Markets
Gamer trades in $1,000 of physical discs at GameStop, days after Sony announces end of disc era
While some collectors may plan to hoard their physical media, one Columbus gamer decided to liquidate his collection
Technology
Gary Glitter Faces New Charges of Sexual Abuse Against a Minor
The “Rock N’ Roll, Part 2” singer is already serving a 16-year sentence for crimes against schoolgirls
Technology
Germany Charges Former Ukrainian Army Officer With Nord Stream Pipeline Attack
German federal prosecutors have charged a former Ukrainian army officer with being the co-perpetrator of a war crime over the 2022 Nord Stream gas pipeline blasts, accusing him of acting on behalf of Ukrainian state entities. Prosecutors said on Thursday …
Technology
Giant trees have tricks to work around drought
Samples collected at daring heights provide evidence for an untested theory of tree drought adaptation, while countering another.
Bay Area
Goal of higher voter turnout remains elusive in California as changes have extended ballot counting
California is finally nearing the end of the ballot counting from its June 2 primary, a tediously slow process that is largely the result of multiple changes over the years.
Technology
Godox’s feature-packed key light is down to its best price yet
If you don’t want to spend $180 on the Elgato Key Light, the Godox ES45 Desktop LED Key Light is a more affordable option that offers nearly as much brightness and plenty of features, including adjustable brightness and color temperature. Right now, it’s cheaper than usual for the first time this year, selling for $119 […] If you don’t want to spend $180 on the Elgato Key Light , the Godox ES45 Desktop LED Key Light is a more affordable option that offers nearly as much brightness and plenty of features, including adjustable brightness and color temperature. Right now, it’s cheaper than usual for the first time this year, selling for $119 ($20 off) at Amazon and B&H Photo . Godox ES45 key light Where to Buy: $139 $119 at Amazon $139 $119 at B&H Photo $139 $119 at Dodd Camera The ES45 is a worthwhile purchase for streamers, or really anyone who wants to look their best on ca
California
Golden Gate Bridge Gaza Protesters: Jury Deadlocked on Felony Conspiracy Charges
The seven pro-Palestinian protesters were found guilty of multiple lesser charges after a Tax Day protest in 2024 that blocked Bay Area traffic on the bridge for hours.
Bay Area
Golden Gate Bridge pro-Palestine protesters convicted on most charges
The jurors were deadlocked on felony conspiracy and misdemeanor trespassing charges.
Bay Area
Golden Gate Bridge protesters found guilty on lesser charges; judge declares mistrial on felony
Seven pro-Palestinian protesters who shut down traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge in 2024 to denounce U.S. aid to Israel in the Israel-Hamas war were all found guilty of false imprisonment by a jury in San Francisco on Thursday.
Technology
Google loses long-running appeal of record EU fine, will have to cough up $4.7 billion
The EU went after Google for the practice of bundling its search engine and browser with Android.
Technology
Google’s AI buildout drove 37% increase in electricity use in 2025
Google tries balancing AI data center emissions with clean energy efforts.
News
Grand jury indicts Louisiana's attorney general in fight over changes to local courts
Louisiana's Republican attorney general was indicted Thursday on criminal charges by a grand jury in New Orleans, accused of trying to intimidate local officials who fought a law enacted by GOP legislators to overhaul the local courts.
Technology
Grieving South Koreans seek comfort in AI videos of deceased loved ones
In recent years, a growing number of bereaved people in digitally-savvy South Korea have been trying out tech startups that offer short simulated videos of dead relatives
Technology
Haberman and Swan on 'Regime Change,' their book on Trump's unconstrained 2nd term
A new book by veteran reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan is offering one of the most revealing looks to date inside the second Trump White House. It's called "Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump." Amna Nawaz spoke with Haberman and Swan about why those close to the president were willing to speak, and what those sources wanted readers to understand.
Technology
Hard-fought win raises hopes for U.S. in World Cup
The U.S. men's team punched their ticket to the World Cup round of 16 with a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Soccer fans across the country celebrated the win, despite a controversial red card that will keep the team's top goal scorer out of the next game. Geoff Bennett discussed the victory and the U.S.'s next match against Belgium with Leander Schaerlaeckens, author of "The Long Game."
Culture
Head of the Chicago Police Department to retire after 3 years in the position
The head of the Chicago Police Department has announced that he will retire after a short tenure leading the nation’s second-largest police force
Bay Area
Heading to Fourth of July festivities? Here’s what to know about Bay Area transit
Public transit agencies will help move thousands of people Saturday for the Fourth of July festivities planned across the Bay Area.  Several Bay Area cities will host Fourth of July celebrations that are expected to draw large crowds, with events including firework spectacles and drone shows. Transit agencies are advising the public of changes in […] The post Heading to Fourth of July festivities? Here’s what to know about Bay Area transit appeared first on Local News Matters .
Science
HealthQ Special: Caregiving in the Sandwich Generation
Join the conversation as the HealthQ team explores the messiness, humor, and satisfaction that comes with caregiving when you’re sandwiched between aging parents and growing kids.
Technology
Heat adds to strains on areas with data centers, raising the temperature on AI debates
Extreme heat like the weather sweeping the eastern U.S. drives up energy demands for data centers, adding to their strain on power grids and worsening air quality for surrounding areas
California
Heat creeps in for the valleys and desert communities this Fourth of July weekend
Some areas will see temps in the 90s this weekend and the marine layer is expected to thin out, making more room for sunshine.
Technology
Heavy Russian strikes kill at least 21 in Kyiv after Ukrainian strikes disrupt Moscow's oil sector
Russia hammered Kyiv in an 11-hour drone and missile attack overnight into Thursday morning, killing at least 21 civilians in the city and injuring scores more in what Moscow said was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities.
California
Herb Alpert on the question in his head and the sadness in his horn
Ahead of a show Sunday night at the Hollywood Bowl, the 91-year-old trumpeter looks back at his decades-long career.
Bay Area
Here’s what’s going into the former Rosamunde Sausage Grill next to Toronado
With Haight Street’s famed craft beer bar under new ownership, a restaurant pro is taking over the 300-square-foot space next door.
California
Hey, NIMBY Huntington Beach…you tired of losing yet?
Hey, NIMBY Huntington Beach…you tired of losing yet?
Technology
High-end camping and a capital raise: AutoCamp is banking on summer travel to fuel growth
AutoCamp offers Airstream suites, polished cabins, fire pits, design-forward amenities and access to iconic outdoor destinations.
California
Home insurer surcharges for wildfires is legal, judge rules
A California judge turned down a petition to halt surcharges home insurers have been levying policyholders statewide for costs related to the January 2025 wildfires in L.A. County.
Technology
House GOP Wants Trump to Let Jones Act Waiver Expire
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican lawmakers argue foreign vessels are exploiting the temporary exemption at the expense of U.S. shipbuilders and mariners.
Bay Area
Housing advocates don’t expect onrush of projects as SB 79 kicks in
For the next two weeks, a new state law that incentivizes more housing near public transit will take full effect in Palo Alto — without any of the exemptions or limitations that the city imposed.
Technology
How Ciara Miller’s Reality TV Starpower and Tefi Pessoa’s Social Media Savviness Revamped ‘Love Island Aftersun’
The co-hosts chat with The Hollywood Reporter about the new vibe of the companion show, their advice to dumped Islanders and how the ‘Summer House’ star is getting ready for ‘Dancing With the Stars.'
Technology
How Jordan Hyatt Got Her Couture Rvng
The Canadian designer Jordan Hyatt “sewed her way out of a corner” and will be showing her fall 2026 couture off-schedule in Paris on July 9.
Bay Area
How daredevil lovebirds climbed onto Empire State Building spire
The NYPD believes the duo who climbed the Empire State Building Wednesday entered through a locked maintenance hatch on the 102nd floor observation deck.
Technology
How you as an investor can get ahead of the next AI investment wave
Also in Weekend Reads: Eldercare and family relationships, stock-market prospects for the second half of 2026, and how to set your summer streaming budget.
Markets
I have no kids. Will I cause family drama by leaving different amounts to my nieces and nephews?
“Part of me would prefer to leave more to those for whom the money could make a meaningful difference.”
California
Iconic Illustrated Anchor Steam Labels Appear Headed for Revival
Fans of the San Francisco-based craft brewery wonder if the return of the label signals a return of the beer they love.
Culture
Illegal Alien Romanian Brothers Plead Guilty to Multistate SNAP Benefit Fraud Scheme
Two Romanian brothers illegally in the United States appeared in federal court today and pleaded guilty to orchestrating a fraud scheme involving Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP) benefits affecting victims across multiple states, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. The case is part of the Department of Justice’s effort to combat fraud through the National Fraud Enforcement Division.
Culture
In Venezuela, a 'completely ineffective' government worsens earthquake disaster, experts say
Hospitals lacking medicines and equipment. Daily power outages. At least 8 million people in need of humanitarian support. These were the realities in Venezuela before it was hit by back-to-back earthquakes on June 24.
California
In fire-prone California, cities like Napa offer a safer way to celebrate July Fourth
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Breyana Brandt Breyana Brandt is the director of the Parks and Recreation Department for the city of Napa. Liz Habkirk Liz Habkirk is the assistant city manager for the city of Napa. There is perhaps nothing more American than […]
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In fire-prone California, cities like Napa offer a safer way to celebrate July Fourth
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Breyana Brandt Breyana Brandt is the director of the Parks and Recreation Department for the city of Napa. Liz Habkirk Liz Habkirk is the assistant city manager for the city of Napa. There is perhaps nothing more American than […]
California
In fire-prone California, cities like Napa offer a safer way to celebrate July Fourth
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Breyana Brandt Breyana Brandt is the director of the Parks and Recreation Department for the city of Napa. Liz Habkirk Liz Habkirk is the assistant city manager for the city of Napa. There is perhaps nothing more American than […]
California
In fire-prone California, cities like Napa offer a safer way to celebrate July Fourth
As the safety calculus for fireworks changes across California, cities like fire-prone Napa have turned to drone lights to maintain the spectacle and tradition of the July Fourth holiday.
Bay Area
In fire-prone California, cities like Napa offer a safer way to celebrate July Fourth
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Breyana Brandt Breyana Brandt is the director of the Parks and Recreation Department for the city of Napa. Liz Habkirk Liz Habkirk is the assistant city manager for the city of Napa. There is perhaps nothing more American than […]
California
Influencer Nara Smith reveals 2-year-old daughter Whimsy's cancer diagnosis
Influencer Nara Smith, known for her elaborate deconstructed cooking videos, revealed one of the four children she shares with model Lucky Blue Smith is battling cancer.
Technology
Influencer screenings aren’t going away
For a few days, it seemed like Universal decided that there would be no advanced screenings of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey for influencers. But on Monday, influencers sat alongside traditional critics and journalists at special showings of The Odyssey specifically for the associated press junket. Despite what it may have looked like, Universal was not […] For a few days, it seemed like Universal decided that there would be no advanced screenings of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey for influencers. But on Monday, influencers sat alongside traditional critics and journalists at special showings of The Odyssey specifically for the associated press junket. Despite what it may have looked like, Universal was not going back on its word. The studio was simply embracing an undeniable reality of the modern entertainment press. Much as it may pain some to admit, influencers and content cr
Technology
Iowa Man Waives $17.7M Discharge After USTP Investigation into Sham Loans
Jeffrey Garth Ewing, of Iowa, agreed to waive his bankruptcy discharge of more than $17.7 million in debts after an investigation by the Department of Justice’s U.S. Trustee Program (USTP). The USTP’s investigation found that Ewing had transferred nearly $400,000 to companies he controlled to shield the funds from his creditors.
Technology
Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz or face a 'forceful response'
Iran's joint military command warned Thursday that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a "forceful response," ratcheting up tensions again over a waterway crucial for international energy supplies.
Markets
Iran’s Floating Oil Hoard Swells as Major Buyers Stay Away
A hoard of Iranian oil is building up at sea, as the Islamic Republic struggles to find buyers before the expiry of a 60-day window granted by Washington. More than 20 million barrels of Iranian crude have been idling in …
Technology
Is Harbor Fund Participant 2.0? Hollywood A-Listers Hope So
Throughout history, artists have relied on powerful, rich individuals and families to fund their artistic visions. Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo had the Medici family. Jackson Pollock had Peggy Guggenheim. For over two decades, the documentary community has relied on wealthy investors from Impact Partners and Artemis Rising Foundation. Now Hollywood A-listers, including Chris Pine, […]
News
Is hiring picking up in the US? Thursday's report will help illustrate trends
Thursday’s report from the Labor Department on June job changes will provide some important clues on the health of the U.S. economy
Culture
It’s Hot Out Here. Brands, It’s Time for Fans
From the streets of Paris to the New York subway, people are carrying fans and cooling devices to cope during the summer’s historic heatwaves. It’s a big — and still nascent — brand opportunity.
Culture
It’s Officially Summer in the Hamptons! Mytheresa and The Hedges Inn Rang in the Holiday Weekend Out East
While summer technically started a few weeks ago, the Hamptons season tends to follow suit by kicking off on July 1. And what better way to celebrate the beginning of an East End summer than a soirée with Mytheresa and The Hedges Inn?
Technology
Jack Smith says he's 'very concerned what's going to happen next election' under Trump
Smith said that he could be indicted by the Department of Justice given Trump's animus toward him for prosecuting the president in two criminal cases.
Culture
Jay-Z, Travis Scott, Tate McRae & Cardi B Attend Michael Rubin’s White Party in the Hamptons
Rubin said he kept Taylor Swift’s wedding in mind as he planned the date for his annual July 4 bash.
Technology
Job seekers giving up: Labor force participation rate falls to lowest in 50 years, outside of Covid era
A drop in the unemployment rate helped provide some upside to what was an otherwise downbeat jobs report — but it was for all the wrong reasons.
Technology
Jodie Foster Describes ‘F1’ as a Movie “Made by AI” at Aspen Ideas Fest: “I Don’t Say This Disparagingly”
The Oscar winner sat down with former Sony chief Michael Lynton for a session titled “Who Owns the Future of Hollywood.” Naturally, the conversation covered artificial intelligence, and Foster gave her take on how it’s being used.
Technology
Jodie Foster Says Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ Seemed Like It Was Made by AI and Written by a Computer: ‘Wasn’t It?’
Jodie Foster was discussing great movies and how Hollywood has changed in a talk this week, and she brought up Apple’s “F1” as an example of how machines may be altering creativity. During a Tuesday talk called “Who Owns the Future of Hollywood” with former Sony Pictures CEO Michael Lynton at the Aspen Festival of […]
News
John Dickinson’s missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy
Jane Calvert has spent 25 years championing John Dickinson, a lesser-known Revolutionary War figure
Technology
John Oliver’s Gun-Toting ‘General Hospital’ Turn Wowed His Co-Star: ‘It Was Incredible’
John Oliver sure knows how to make an entrance. In the final moments of Thursday’s “General Hospital,” the long-running ABC daytime soap opera set in Port Charles, New York, the HBO host — sporting a dark suit, jet black hair and flanked by armed guards — descends from a helicopter and surveys the aftermath of […]
Technology
Jorja Smith Announces New Album What Are The Odds
The British singer’s third LP arrives August 21, and her new song with Wizkid is out now
Technology
Josh Gad to Join Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper’s ‘Ocean’s’ Prequel (EXCLUSIVE)
Josh Gad is the latest to join Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper’s crew for their forthcoming “Ocean’s 11” prequel at Warner Bros, sources told Variety. Gad has booked a significant role in the period heist film, the sources added, and joins a starry ensemble led by Robbie and her director-costar Cooper. Casting has been coming […]
Technology
Judge Won’t Decide Massive Reggaeton Copyright Lawsuit Against Bad Bunny, Karol G & More
A federal judge says only a jury can decide whether reggaeton duo Steely & Clevie invented the genre’s signature dembow rhythm.
Bay Area
Judge shoots down Trump’s homeless funding shift: ‘The hallmark of unreasoned decision making’
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California scored another win against the Trump administration in their battle over how to address the homelessness crisis here and nationwide. A federal judge this week shot down the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2025 attempt to divert money away from […]
California
Judge shoots down Trump’s homeless funding shift: ‘The hallmark of unreasoned decision making’
In a legal win for California, a federal judge rejected President Trump’s efforts to funnel money away from permanent homeless housing.
News
Judge shoots down Trump’s homeless funding shift: ‘The hallmark of unreasoned decision making’
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California scored another win against the Trump administration in their battle over how to address the homelessness crisis here and nationwide. A federal judge this week shot down the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2025 attempt to divert money away from […]
News
Judge shoots down Trump’s homeless funding shift: ‘The hallmark of unreasoned decision making’
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California scored another win against the Trump administration in their battle over how to address the homelessness crisis here and nationwide. A federal judge this week shot down the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2025 attempt to divert money away from […]
Bay Area
Judge shoots down Trump’s homeless funding shift: ‘The hallmark of unreasoned decision making’
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California scored another win against the Trump administration in their battle over how to address the homelessness crisis here and nationwide. A federal judge this week shot down the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2025 attempt to divert money away from […]
California
Judge wants to preserve current federal funding for LA's lead homelessness agency amid legal battle
A federal judge today indicated he wants to preserve federal funding for the embattled Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority amid a lawsuit against the federal government.
Culture
Justice Department Rejects International Criminal Court Jurisdiction Over U.S. Persons
In a letter this week addressed to the President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche wrote that the Department of Justice rejects any assertion of jurisdiction by the ICC over Americans.
Culture
Kate Middleton Celebrated Her Wimbledon Return With a Wildcard Wardrobe Moment
The Princess of Wales doubled down on her extroverted summer style with another color-drenched look on the fourth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships.
Technology
Kate Middleton Gives Summer Suiting a Bright Blue Turn at Wimbledon
The Princess of Wales paired Gabriela Hearst’s blue linen suit with her signature gold Ralph Lauren pumps.
Bay Area
Kawakami: Waiting for LeBron — Moody in limbo, Porzingis staying, and more
Whether or not Golden States lands LeBron James, it’s seeming likelier and likelier that Moses Moody might have to be moved to create cap flexibility.
Culture
Kid Rock Brags About Regularly Drunk-Dialing Donald Trump, Having a ‘Front Row Seat to the Greatest S–t Show on Earth’
The bullgod says the leader of the free world, "always picks up" when he sees Bob on the line.
California
L.A. County man admits he sent Nancy Guthrie's family fake ransom notes
A Los Angeles County man admitted to sending the family of Nancy Guthrie fake ransom notes while her family was looking for her after she was abducted earlier this year.
Technology
LISTEN: How David Fincher and Zach Cregger Secretly Shaped Netflix’s Video Game-TV Hybrid ‘Unhinged’
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Jennifer Maas explains how notable directors David Fincher and Zach Cregger helped shape Netflix’s ambitious new property “Unhinged,” which is a video game that plays like a TV series and your smartphone is the controller. “Unhinged” marks a level up for Netflix in the creative ambition for […]
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 1 at 6:31PM PDT until July 2 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...West Side Coastal Mountains north of 198 and San Luis Reservoir. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 2 at 1:05PM PDT until July 4 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * WHERE...West Side Coastal Mountains north of 198 and San Luis Reservoir. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 2 at 2:22AM PDT until July 2 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...West Side Coastal Mountains north of 198 and San Luis Reservoir. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Technology
Last-minute launch problem delays satellite rescue mission for NASA
A rush rescue mission to save a NASA space telescope remains grounded, this time because of a last-minute launch problem
Technology
Led by Buc-ee’s and new rival Dolly Parton, America’s gas station chains are in a mega-sizing era
Gas station chains led by Buc-ee's are coming closer to rivaling America's big box stores in size, and Dolly Parton is getting in on the retail trend.
Science
Legionellosis Outbreaks Associated with Two Hotels - U.S. Virgin Islands, October 2024-April 2025
This report describes two outbreaks of legionellosis at two hotels in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Culture
León Ferrari Exhibition Nixed by Chile’s Far-Right Government, NYC Gets Record Arts Budget: Morning Links for July 2, 2026
Here's what we're reading this morning, folks.
Technology
Lil Wayne Apologizes After Failing to Appear at His Own Concert: ‘I’m So Sorry’
The rapper was a no-show at his 20 Years of Carter Classics stop in Maine
Culture
Lil Wayne Apologizes For No-Show at Kick-Off of 20 Years of Carter Classics Tour: ‘I’m So Sorry’
Weezy didn't explain why he didn't make it to Tuesday night's (June 30) show in Bangor, Maine.
Technology
London’s National Gallery Acquires Major Angelica Kauffman History Painting
The painting was donated by Dallas-based collectors who focus on Swiss Old Masters.
California
Los Angeles to pay $20 million to teen who lost leg in Boyle Heights hit-and-run
Joshua Mora lost his leg at 13 after being hit by a motorcycle in a crosswalk. He sued the city, saying officials knew the intersection was dangerous.
California
Los programas de pases de los Parques Estatales de California alcanzaron logros importantes en la ultima semana para descargar el Pasaporte Historiador gratuito
Los programas de pases de los Parques Estatales de California alcanzaron logros importantes en la ultima semana para descargar el Pasaporte Historiador gratuito
Technology
Luxury Shoppers Are Adopting AI Faster Than Brands Are Adapting, Study Says
New research from Bain & Co. finds affluent consumers are rapidly embracing generative AI for discovery, comparison and purchase decisions.
California
M 3.8 - 2 km E of Oak Harbor, Washington
ShakeMap - III DYFI? - IV Time 2026-07-02 06:35:47 UTC 2026-07-02 06:35:47 UTC at epicenter Location 48.289°N 122.607°W Depth 25.38 km (15.77 mi)
Culture
Madonna’s Lasting Legacy Just May Be the Women She Inspired
Look around today and everyone—from Charli and Sabrina to Taylor and, yes, even Beyoncé—has taken their cues from the Queen of Pop.
Technology
Maine couple spots a bear chasing a moose calf and helps it escape
A Maine couple had an unexpected wildlife encounter while heading out for a day of fishing
Bay Area
Mallon: When transit meets the moment and riders show up en masse
As discussed in previous columns, the FIFA World Cup was supposed to be a major test for Bay Area transit systems, with thousands of fans coming from all over the world to attend the matches. So far, it’s shown what can happen when transit meets the moment and riders show up. I’ve written about transit... The post Mallon: When transit meets the moment and riders show up en masse appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Manhattan restaurant's towering table tribute to World Cup
Renowned chef John Doherty is turning his talents to a tower of food all designed to be enjoyed while watching a match.
Global
Massachusetts city with large Cape Verdean community sets curfew ahead of World Cup match
A Massachusetts city home to one of the nation’s largest Cape Verdean communities will impose a nighttime curfew ahead of Cape Verde’s World Cup match against Argentina
Technology
Meet Edie, the AI Behind Retail’s Answer to ChatGPT
Edie powers an AI platform called AskEDITED, which is trained on specialized data on the retail industry.
Bay Area
Members of Congress meet at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to celebrate America's 250th birthday
Members of Congress gathered at Independence Hall in Philadelphia on Thursday as part of America's 250th birthday celebration.
Technology
Merger of Korean Cinema Chains Lotte and Megabox Collapses
The long-gestating tie-up would have created Korea's largest theater chain, but talks stalled as Megabox owner JoongAng Group slid into a liquidity crisis.
Technology
Meta has a new app called Pocket that is absolutely nothing like the old Pocket
Mozilla shut down the well-loved read-it-later Pocket app last year, and now Meta is launching an app called Pocket with an entirely different, AI-focused pitch: this new app lets you make and share little interactive "gizmos" built from an AI prompt, as reported by Business Insider. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is all in on AI […] Mozilla shut down the well-loved read-it-later Pocket app last year , and now Meta is launching an app called Pocket with an entirely different, AI-focused pitch: this new app lets you make and share little interactive "gizmos" built from an AI prompt, as reported by Business Insider . Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is all in on AI as the new social media , and he's previously described a vision of how users could use AI to make interactive experiences and share them with people. The launch of Pocket appears to be one manifestation of that idea, and it follows Met
Technology
Meta’s push into cloud computing means Wall Street has to prepare for lower margins
Meta appears poised to enter the cloud computing market in an effort to monetize its massive AI infrastructure.
Technology
Microsoft commits $2.5 billion and 6,000 employees to new AI implementation unit
Microsoft is the latest tech company to form a business focused on helping customers understand and implement artificial intelligence.
Technology
Midjourney Seeks to Reveal Studios’ Use of AI in High-Stakes Copyright Battle
Midjourney is trying to force Disney, Universal and Warner Bros. to reveal how they use artificial intelligence as it defends itself from a potentially ruinous copyright lawsuit. The studios sued the AI image lab last year, accusing it of enabling massive infringement of their copyrighted characters. Midjourney has claimed “fair use” and has argued that […]
California
More Than Half of Muni’s Pint-Sized Buses Sidelined by Stress Cracks on Brakes
The problem affects vehicles responsible for tackling San Francisco’s hilly, narrow streets. The agency said the issue did not pose a safety risk to riders or operators.
Technology
Moritz Borman, Producer of ‘Terminator’ Movies and Oliver Stone Films, Dies at 71
Moritz Borman, the producer of Oscar-nominated films such as “The Quiet American” and “Under the Volcano” as well a frequent collaborator of Oliver Stone, died Wednesday in Munich. He was 71. Borman’s death was confirmed by his longtime producing partners Eric Kopeloff and Philip Schulz-Deyle. A cause of death was not given. The German-born Borman […]
Bay Area
Mountain View approves $4M to repave Shoreline golf parking lot
Mountain View is moving forward with plans to repave a parking lot that serves golfers and other recreational visitors at Shoreline. But it won’t be cheap.
Technology
Music Industry Moves: Warner Teams Up With Sickamore’s Three Times Louder, Laila to Be Partnership’s ‘Flagship Artist’
Warner Records has announced a strategic partnership with veteran executive Sickamore and his “creative institute,” Three Times Louder. The imprint will continue its partnership with SoundCloud; Sickamore will continue to work alongside Travis Scott and David Stromberg at Cactus Jack Management, where he co-manages Don Toliver. Brooklyn-bred alternative R&B artist Laila will serve as the […]
Technology
Musk’s X poses “serious risk to Americans’ privacy,” advocates warn FTC
FTC urged to reject Elon Musk’s bid to end X monitoring amid AI concerns.
Technology
My doctor friend objected to his hospital’s fundraising tactics. Did management go too far?
“This shocking program was exploiting doctors and the trust inherent in their relationships with patients.”
Technology
Mystery box shows are complicated for everyone — even the actors
Silo is such a complicated show that even its showrunner gets confused sometimes. While filming the final seasons of the Apple TV sci-fi thriller, Graham Yost remembers two instances where he messed up details: once it was an actor who realized that a conversation they were about to shoot should've already taken place, the other […] Silo is such a complicated show that even its showrunner gets confused sometimes. While filming the final seasons of the Apple TV sci-fi thriller, Graham Yost remembers two instances where he messed up details: once it was an actor who realized that a conversation they were about to shoot should've already taken place, the other involved the Japanese localization team pointing out that a subtitle didn't match what was going on onscreen. In both instances, the problem was ultimately fixed, but Yost's reaction was the same: "Oh shit, you're right." Keepin
California
NBCUniversal spin marks new era of Hollywood moguls
A new crop of leaders has emerged, reflecting Silicon Valley's vast influence.
Technology
Nagraj Manjule’s ‘Khashaba’ Unveils Teaser, Worldwide Release Date From Jio Studios (EXCLUSIVE)
Jio Studios and Aatpat Productions have unveiled a teaser and worldwide release date for Indian filmmaker Nagraj Manjule’s “Khashaba.” The Marathi-language biographical sports drama tells the story of Indian Olympic wrestler Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav. The film marks Manjule’s return to Marathi-language cinema following his Indian National Film Award-winning “Fandry” and his 2016 hit “Sairat.” It […]
Culture
New Book Features Concept Art & Designs From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’: Here’s Where to Buy It Online
Available for preorder, the new art book is a must for fans and arrives Sept. 8.
Science
New Disease Threats Follow Trump Administration’s Health Program Cuts
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
Markets
New York City, Northeast Swelter in Hottest Day of the Year
New York City and the eastern US are set to swelter through the hottest day of the year so far, as a heat wave drives up power prices and strains electric grids. About 142.7 million people from Kansas to Maine …
Culture
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani Announces a Record $323.8 M. in Culture Funding
The figure represents a more than 6 percent increase from last year’s allocation, which was also a record.
California
New fights over how to help L.A. fire victims rebuild
Scheduling note: WhatMatters is celebrating the Fourth of July and will return to your inboxes Monday. A year and a half after deadly wildfires ripped through Southern California, state lawmakers are asking what kind of regulations they should impose to support people who want to rebuild. One method is meant to empower regulators to block […]
Technology
Newly discovered PamStealer isn't your typical macOS malware
The discovery underscores the increased effort being poured into Mac infostealers.
Bay Area
Newsom signs Bay Area senator’s bill to expand California’s use of hydrogen energy
A bill from an East Bay state senator to expand California’s use of green hydrogen energy, a medium for storing renewable energy, was signed into law Monday night. Senate Bill 1350 from Sen. Jerry McNerney, D-Stockton, qualifies the fuel’s usage as a clean energy source under the state’s renewable energy standards, providing financial incentives to […] The post Newsom signs Bay Area senator’s bill to expand California’s use of hydrogen energy appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Newsom signs bill making May 17 official Bruce Lee Day in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday officially recognizing May 17 as Bruce Lee Day in California, honoring the San Francisco-born actor and cultural figure.  The commemorative day will make Bruce Lee the first Chinese American to be honored with a day in California, according to Assemblymember Matt Haney, who introduced the bill in February. […] The post Newsom signs bill making May 17 official Bruce Lee Day in California appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Nicholas Hayes Ney
Nicholas Hayes Ney, PhD, psychologist, passed away on April 21, 2026, at Silverado Belmont Hills Memory Care in Belmont, California, following complications from advanced Alzheimer’s disease. He was 73. Nick was born in Darien, Connecticut. He attended Hampshire College in…
Technology
Nike Gives Its Shox Sneaker a Stripped-down, Luxe Leather Revamp
With all but invisible branding.
Technology
Nike’s Running Business Is a Definitive Bright Spot, But Some Market Watchers Want to See More Growth
Nike Running is leading the Swoosh's turnaround.
Bay Area
No longer a ‘bedroom community’: Mayor touts Fremont’s evolution into tech hub
In his second annual State of the City address Tuesday before a large audience, Fremont Mayor Raj Salwan announced that Fremont is no longer a “bedroom community.”  “Seventy years ago, Fremont was orchards, farmlands and five small towns that much of the Bay Area barely knew,” said Salwan. “Today we are the fourth-largest city in […] The post No longer a ‘bedroom community’: Mayor touts Fremont’s evolution into tech hub appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
NorCal multi-generation family bakery voted #1 pie in US: How Ikeda's achieved the American dream
Ikeda's California Country Market, a stop along I-80 in Auburn, has been voted the number-one pie in America -- according to a brand-new USA Today contest. The family that started it is an embodiment of the American dream: one of perseverance, ingenuity and community. We spoke with Derek Ikeda about his family's legacy and their delicious pies.
Bay Area
Norovirus outbreak on Ruby Princess cruise ship docked in SF affects over 120 passengers, crew
The Ruby Princess cruise ship was docked for disinfection at San Francisco's Pier 27 Thursday morning after a norovirus outbreak affected dozens of passengers and crew.
California
Norovirus outbreak on cruise ship from California sickens more than 100 passengers
More than 100 passengers were sickened in a recent norovirus outbreak on the Ruby Princess cruise ship.
Technology
Oil falls as easing Middle East tensions send Brent to its worst quarter since 2020
Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday after talks between Washington and Tehran concluded.
Markets
Oklahoma-Based Homebuilder Sued for Pregnancy Discrimination
H.C. Employees, LLC doing business as Home Creations, a homebuilder operating in Oklahoma and Texas, violated federal law when it fired an employee because of her pregnancy, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit announced today. …
Culture
Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift & Ariana Grande: Which Pop Stars Won June 2026? Greatest Pop Stars Podcast
This Who Won the Month episode of the 'Greatest Pop Stars' podcast looks at the big names who helped close out the first half of 2026 in pop stardom.
Technology
Olympian David Hearn indicted in Reflecting Pool destruction of property case
President Donald Trump has made the renovation of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall a top priority in his second year back in the White House.
Technology
On, Crocs and Birkenstock Are On a Roll in Europe, UBS Says
The three brands were a hit with footwear consumers in May, new data points show.
Technology
One Tech Tip: Planning a trip this summer? Don't neglect your tech safety checklist
Summer vacation is a great time to unwind, but don't forget to manage your tech before you go
Technology
OpenAI floats giving Trump administration 5 percent cut of AI boom
OpenAI has floated giving the US government a 5 percent ownership stake as a way of easing tensions with the Trump administration and blunting mounting public backlash against AI, according to the Financial Times. CEO Sam Altman argued that giving the public a financial interest in the company would be the best way to share […] OpenAI has floated giving the US government a 5 percent ownership stake as a way of easing tensions with the Trump administration and blunting mounting public backlash against AI, according to the Financial Times . CEO Sam Altman argued that giving the public a financial interest in the company would be the best way to share the upside of AI, the FT reported, citing two unnamed people familiar with the talks. He's said to have first pitched the idea to Trump early last year. Altman reportedly suggested the 5 percent figure. Based on OpenAI's latest funding r
Technology
OpenAI proposes 5% stake to Trump administration to ease Washington pressure: report
Trump said in June that the U.S. taking an ownership stake in AI giants would be "a beautiful thing" and make American public "partners in this revolution."
Bay Area
Opinion: The Giants have forgotten whose city this is
The baseball cap controversy show that team is losing more than games — it’s losing touch with the city it claims to represent.
California
Our critic cannot tell a lie: 'Young Washington' is the dullest of history lessons
Arriving in the cloak of a summer blockbuster, this simplistic take on the future U.S. president shows us a decent, noble kid with zero complexity.
Technology
Outside Taylor Swift’s Rehearsal Dinner, a Surprising Calm — and Security Worthy of Gaddafi
It's the wedding of the century between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, but also vibes of a coup at the UN General Assembly.
Bay Area
PHOTOS: Bay Area marks Pride Month with parades, weddings and celebrations
Pride Month 2026 in the Bay Area has wrapped up, but the memories made by millions of people remain. Over the course of 30 days, events celebrating the LGBTQ+ community sprung up across the region as part of a collective effort to show support for people who have faced discrimination on the basis of who […] The post PHOTOS: Bay Area marks Pride Month with parades, weddings and celebrations appeared first on Local News Matters .
News
Peninsula Clean Energy rebrands to WestLight Energy
Peninsula Clean Energy customers will see a new name on their monthly utility bills starting July 17.
Markets
People Moves: Alliant Hires Sorensen as EVP in Mergers & Acquisitions
Alliant Insurance Services has hired Justin Sorensen, ARM, as executive vice president within its mergers and acquisitions (M&A) vertical. Based in Chicago, Sorensen will deliver strategic risk and insurance solutions to a diverse, nationwide client base, drawing on his cross-disciplinary …
Markets
People Moves: Miller Appoints Plant Head of North American Property
Miller, an independent specialist (re)insurance broker headquartered in London, appointed Kim Plant as head of North American property. Plant joins Miller from Amwins, where he served as a director in its North American property division from 2020, where he formed …
Technology
Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions Builds Line-Up Tied to Women’s Sports
Roku launched a new look at top female athletes Thursday that includes a relative newcomer to the field. Omaha Productions is best known for the programs it produces for ESPN — particularly the so-called “ManningCast” featuring Omaha leader Peyton Manning and his brother, Eli — but the company is making inroads into a slate tied […]
Culture
Phillips Has Sold Nearly $2 M. Worth of Art from Disgraced Art Adviser Lisa Schiff’s Collection
Proceeds benefit Schiff’s creditors.
Technology
PhotoVogue Taipei Exhibition: Fragments of Remembering
PhotoVogue returns to Taiwan with an exhibition titled Fragments of Remembering , showcasing the rich tapestry of multiculturalism through the works of 19 emerging visual artists from East Asia and Southeast Asia.
Technology
Photograph by Boris Mikhailov Stolen from Lithuanian Museum
The theft comes after a string of high-profile museum robberies across Europe over the past year that prompted renewed scrutiny of museum security.
Technology
Pistachio Nails Are the Summer Manicure We’re Going Nuts Over
Forget butter and sky blue nails for now—the latest shade trend is a pastel green that perfectly complements all skin tones. Hello, pistachio nails.
News
Planning Commission Meeting: July 9 - Canceled
Planning Commission Meeting: July 9 - Canceled The Planning Commission conducts public hearings and makes decisions on use permits, variances, site plan and architectural reviews and related planning and zoning actions for residential, commercial and industrial development, and subdivisions of land. The Commission also makes recommendations related to planning regulations, design review policies, development of parks and open space, and the General Plan. This meeting has been canceled. For more information about upcoming meetings, visit the Agenda and Reports center below. Agenda and Reports Calendar Thu, 07/09/2026 - 19:00 City Government Off 777 B Street This meeting has been canceled Hayward , CA 94541 United States
Technology
Plex debuts 5-year membership pass for $250
Plex is pushing customers to newer features and more frequent payments.
News
Police Blotter: June 21, 2026- June 27, 2026
Police Blotter: June 21, 2026- June 27, 2026 STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS June 21 - June 327, 2026 Weekly Arrests (Includes cite/released): 40 Homicide 0 Weekly Calls for Service: 1,780 Assault—Great Bodily Injury 7 Weekly Reports Taken: 93 Burglary— Non Residential 0 Weekly Complaints (against HPD) : 2 Burglary—Residential 2 Weekly Calls Received: 4,714 Theft 11 This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. &n
Culture
Pooh Shiesty Case: Prosecution Unveils New Evidence, Says Rapper Filmed Gucci Mane Robbery
The new evidence was released after Shiesty's attorneys filed a motion to review the "Back in Blood" rapper's bail request.
Markets
Popular 14th Street DC Restaurant Settles Wage and Hour Violation Charges
A popular District of Columbia restaurant and nightclub will pay $243,350 to settle charges that it harmed employees by violating wage and hours laws. D.C. accused the company of denying employees sick leave pay, misclassifying workers as independent contractors, and …
Technology
Precious Okoyomon’s New MoMA PS1 Commission, Assembly Art Fair Launch, and More: Industry Moves for July 2, 2026
Here’s a round-up of who’s moving and shaking in the art trade this week.
Culture
Pretty Lights Announces First Album Since 2013, 45-Song ‘A Trip Thru Time Fantastic’
The first three parts of the nine-part album are out now.
Markets
Protein-packed Cheerios and cat food: How General Mills plans to combat a tough spending backdrop
“Cat growth is on fire,” one executive said.
Technology
Puyallup Tribe and First Nations in Canada hope World Cup partnerships raise cultural awareness
A handful of Indigenous tribes are partnering with World Cup host cities to showcase their traditions and cultures
Technology
Questlove Teams Up With North Road for Digital Talk Show ‘The Next Move’
Roots drummer Questlove’s next move is a new talk show titled just that: “The Next Move.” Developed in collaboration with North Road Company and Two One Five Entertainment, “The Next Move” is a talk show based on Questlove’s personal celebrity game nights. The series will feature Questlove and three guests playing a variety of games […]
Science
QuickStats: Percentage of Births in Which Women Received Prenatal Care in the First Trimester of Pregnancy, by State - United States, 2024
This report describes the percentage of births in which women received first trimester prenatal care.
News
Ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie case still being investigated as legitimate, FBI says
The FBI has discounted some of the ransom notes that surfaced after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as extortion attempts
Bay Area
Rapper .idk. on connecting culture, music, and history on a global scale through 'Son de L'amour'
'Son de L'Amour,' was a first-of-its-kind cultural experience celebrating Juneteenth and Fête de la Musique with rapper .idk. and Indigo.
Technology
ReSee Expands Into the Business of Luxury Care
The resale concierge business is betting that luxury's new status symbol is taking care of what you already own.
California
Record turnout for FIFA World Cup watch party at Raimondi Park
More than a thousand people came out to a watch party in Oakland on Wednesday to see the United States men’s national soccer team trounce Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32 match at the FIFA World Cup. This was the second watch party held at the city’s Raimondi Park for this year’s World Cup, and […] The post Record turnout for FIFA World Cup watch party at Raimondi Park appeared first on Local News Matters .
News
Redwood Bistro closes after rocky year
Redwood Bistro, a Chinese American restaurant in Redwood City, closed June 21 after a difficult year that included a change in ownership, a three-month shutdown and a steep drop in returning customers.
News
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Bay Area
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
News
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Bay Area
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Bay Area
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
News
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Bay Area
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
News
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Bay Area
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
News
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
News
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Bay Area
Redwood City film fest showcases documentary about Magical Bridge playgrounds
‘Magical Bridge: Kind by Design’ is among the films sharing stories of community at BraveMaker Film Festival, which runs July 8-12.
Technology
Reju Opens First North American Research and Development Center
Paris-based textile-to-textile regeneration company Reju has opened its first research and development facility in the United States.
Technology
Renny Harlin Recalls Clashing With Val Kilmer on ‘Mindhunters’ Over Pair of Eyeglasses
During a masterclass chat at Malta’s Mediterrane Film Festival, Harlin revealed his strategy for winning over actors and how he once smoothed things over with the “highly intelligent” Kilmer: “I think he was quite insecure.”
Technology
Researchers launch study on Ebola treatments as Congo outbreak worsens
Researchers are beginning a highly anticipated study of two possible treatments for the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo
California
Residents demand warehouse be shut down after fire blankets Boyle Heights in smoke, putrid odor
Some residents and community groups urged Lineage, the company that managed a cold-storage warehouse damaged in a massive fire, to clean up and leave Boyle Heights for good.
Culture
Rhude Spring 2027 Menswear
Rhude Spring 2027 Menswear
California
Richmond-San Rafael Bridge on-ramp closure extended to February 2027
An on-ramp closure near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge that was originally scheduled to end in early July has been extended for seven months, Caltrans officials announced Wednesday. Closure of the Stenmark Drive on-ramp to westbound Interstate Highway 580 has been extended to Feb. 1, 2027 as part of the ongoing Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Open Road […] The post Richmond-San Rafael Bridge on-ramp closure extended to February 2027 appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Rivian raises 2026 delivery outlook while Lucid misses Wall Street expectations for second quarter
Rivian is increasing its delivery outlook to between 65,000 and 70,000 EVs, up from 62,000 to 67,000 units.
Technology
Rosalía’s Brilliant ‘Lux’ Tour Brings Cross-Disciplinary Delight and Splendor to L.A.’s Kia Forum: Concert Review
Do you want to know how good Rosalía’s Monday night show at the Kia Forum was? Here is how good Rosalía’s Monday night show at the Forum was… Midway through the set, as is the custom on her “Lux” tour, the Spanish singer-songwriter took time out to have a candid dialogue with a guest superstar […]
Technology
Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine as Poland scrambles jets, Finland restricts airspace
The Russian defence ministry said that it launched a "massive strike using long-range precision air, land, and sea-based weapons and attack drones."
Technology
Russia pounds Kyiv with missiles and drones after Ukraine's strikes on oil infrastructure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy promised heavy retaliation after an all-night barrage of Russian missiles and drones killed at least 25 in Kyiv. Ukraine has been launching mass drone attacks deep into Russia, targeting military installations and refineries. Russia has suffered as a result, with fuel shortages reported throughout the sprawling nation. Stephanie Sy reports.
Science
STAT+: More frequent, more intense, and longer heat waves pose health risks for Americans
The presidential fitness test is back, surprising new data on the health risks of obesity, and more Morning Rounds news
California
STEM isn’t always welcoming to diversity. A California college program aims to curb that
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For Tré Willingham, pursuing a doctorate degree at UC Irvine has felt isolating at times. Often the only Black student in his science classes, he recalls being the last one to be chosen when activities required a lab partner. He also has never […]
Bay Area
STEM isn’t always welcoming to diversity. A California college program aims to curb that
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For Tré Willingham, pursuing a doctorate degree at UC Irvine has felt isolating at times. Often the only Black student in his science classes, he recalls being the last one to be chosen when activities required a lab partner. He also has never […]
California
STEM isn’t always welcoming to diversity. A California college program aims to curb that
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For Tré Willingham, pursuing a doctorate degree at UC Irvine has felt isolating at times. Often the only Black student in his science classes, he recalls being the last one to be chosen when activities required a lab partner. He also has never […]
Bay Area
STEM isn’t always welcoming to diversity. A California college program aims to curb that
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For Tré Willingham, pursuing a doctorate degree at UC Irvine has felt isolating at times. Often the only Black student in his science classes, he recalls being the last one to be chosen when activities required a lab partner. He also has never […]
Technology
Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix shares tumble over 7% as chip rout spreads from Wall Street
Shares of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix plummeted more than 7% in early Thursday trading.
Technology
Sandwich chain Jersey Mike's files for IPO, reports 50% same-store sales growth in recent years
Jersey Mike's has nearly 3,300 locations, making it the second-largest hoagie sandwich chain in the U.S. behind Subway.
Technology
Santander Bank Says Gelman Collection’s Travel to Spain Is in ‘Full Compliance with Mexican Law’
The bank confirmed it had a financial agreement with the family of a cement billionaire.
Technology
Saudi Arabia has ramped up oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz since U.S.-Iran deal
Saudi Arabia is restarting its export logistics in the Persian Gulf after a three-month pause, according to Kpler.
Culture
Scooter Braun Departs HYBE’s Board of Directors
Braun, who stepped down as CEO of HYBE America last July, will continue to serve as a senior advisor.
Technology
Screen Australia Launches Audience-Intelligence Programs With Tatino Films, Publikum
Screen Australia has unveiled two audience-focused programs designed to strengthen the theatrical reach of Australian feature films, partnering with global film organizations Tatino Films and Publikum to deliver editing mentorship and strategic release guidance to local filmmakers. The initiatives – First Cut Lab and Impact & Insights – form part of Screen Australia’s refreshed Market […]
Culture
Seattle Art Museum Names New Chief Curator
Frank Feltens is currently associate director for curatorial affairs at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian.
Technology
See Marcus Mumford Audition Against Oscar Isaac, Shailene Woodley, Paul Dano in New Video
In Mumford & Sons’ clip for “Here,” the band need to pick a “Marcus”
News
Sequoia parents seek to recall three high school district board members
Parents in the Sequoia Union High School District collected enough valid signatures to file a recall petition against the three board members whose seats are not up for reelection on the November ballot.
News
Sequoia parents seek to recall three high school district board members
Parents in the Sequoia Union High School District collected enough valid signatures to file a recall petition against the three board members whose seats are not up for reelection on the November ballot.
Bay Area
Sewer grates keep disappearing in one San Francisco neighborhood
The mystery theft is leaving residents puzzled as police investigate.
Technology
Shares of BYD and Xiaomi surge as June delivery figures fuel optimism
Hong Kong-listed shares of Chinese electric vehicle makers surged, after companies posted June vehicle data that helped to buoy investor sentiment.
Culture
Shark attack on Alabama teen inspires the start of a national alert system
Lulu Gribbin survived a near-fatal shark attack in 2024
Bay Area
Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ community says August Pride celebration more important than ever
SAN JOSE MAY CELEBRATE Pride Month in June, but it’s not over until Silicon Valley Pride has its parade and festival in August. In today’s political climate, Silicon Valley Pride’s event on Aug. 29 and 30 is more important than ever, advocates said. The celebration brings a sense of community and belonging to participants, which  […] The post Silicon Valley LGBTQ+ community says August Pride celebration more important than ever appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Silicon Valley immigration advocates say birthright fight isn’t over
For more than a year, immigrant families across Santa Clara County have wondered whether a constitutional right that’s existed for generations would disappear after a Supreme Court ruling. Tuesday’s decision brought relief to many, but advocates said the fight over birthright citizenship is far from over. The U.S. Supreme Court in a 6-3 ruling rejected... The post Silicon Valley immigration advocates say birthright fight isn’t over appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Silicon Valley nonprofits partner to provide 2,000 more meals each month
AT A TIME when hunger is at a high and resources are low, two Silicon Valley nonprofits are teaming up to tackle food insecurity. Hunger at Home and Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen are working together to rescue more food and in turn produce additional meals across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Hunger at Home, an […] The post Silicon Valley nonprofits partner to provide 2,000 more meals each month appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Six San Jose council candidates advance to November
The runoff matchups are now set in San Jose’s three competitive City Council races, after county election officials on Tuesday certified the vote tally from the June 2 primary. With none of the contenders winning an outright majority of the vote, six candidates — two each for District 5, District 7 and District 9 —... The post Six San Jose council candidates advance to November appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Culture
Sombr’s 9 Most Impressive Accomplishments Before Turning 21
He did all this before turning 21 on Sunday (July 5).
Bay Area
Some ransom notes sent in Nancy Guthrie case still being investigated as legitimate, FBI says
"This case continues to be investigated as a kidnapping for ransom case," the FBI said in a statement.
California
Son of UFC legend 'Rampage' Jackson jailed in bloody pro-wrestling beatdown case
Raja Jackson, the son of mixed martial arts fighter Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, will be jailed for 90 days after pleading guilty to charges filed in an August 2025 brawl.
Culture
Sorry Trump, But Canada Would Rather Join Eurovision
Our neighbors to the North are set to make their debut at the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria.
Technology
Spanish Man Inadvertently Swipes Valuable Painting Left on Sidewalk in Seville
The owners, who reported it missing, had intended to take it with them on vacation.
Markets
Specialist Risk Group Acquires UK-Based Broker Superian Insurance Group
Specialist Risk Group (SRG), the UK specialist insurance intermediary, announced the acquisition of London-based independent insurance broker Superian Insurance Group. The acquisition strengthens SRG’s ability to deliver specialist solutions to clients operating in increasingly complex and evolving risk environments, while …
Bay Area
Stanford Shopping Center cafe faces eviction, lawsuit over unpaid rent
Gregorys Coffee, a relatively new cafe in Stanford Shopping Center, is facing a potential eviction because the property manager claims the company has failed to pay rent for months, according to court records.
Technology
Streaming Ratings: ‘Love Island USA’ Has Its Biggest Premiere Week Ever
Pixar's 'Hoppers' also pulls in big viewing numbers for its streaming debut.
Technology
Studiocanal Unveils Teaser for ‘Les Miserables,’ Fred Cavayé’s Sweeping Take on Victor Hugo’s Classic Novel Starring Vincent Lindon and Tahar Rahim
Studiocanal has unveiled the teaser for “Les Misérables,” Fred Cavayé’s anticipated adaptation of Victor Hugo’s 1862 classic novel, offering a first look at a sweeping take on one of France’s most enduring literary works. The teaser also offers glimpses of Vincent Lindon as Jean Valjean, the ex-convict who rebuilds his life as a benevolent industrialist, […]
Technology
T.I. and Tiny Awarded $0 in Punitive Damages at OMG Girlz Trial, Jury Decides
The couple had hoped to restore some of the $53.6 million in punitive damages that a judge in California had previously thrown out
Culture
T.I. and Tiny’s Legal Win Capped at $18 Million Following Latest OMG Girlz Doll Trial
The music power couple was denied punitive damages at the fourth trial in their long-running battle with toy company MGA.
Technology
TV Ratings: U.S. World Cup Match Hits All-Time High for Soccer in America
The American men's victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina draws more than 24 million viewers in early Nielsen ratings.
Technology
Tank maker KNDS postpones IPO amid market struggles for defense
Shareholders of the Amsterdam-based company have decided the process to IPO will proceed "upon the return of more favorable market conditions," KNDS said.
Markets
Taste-Making Downtown Gallery Lyles & King to Close After a Decade in Business
The gallery's final shows closed on June 20.
Culture
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Thanked by More Than a Dozen Charities Following $26 Million Pre-Wedding Donation: ‘Kindness Never Goes Out of Style’
"Thank you for making our mission a part of your love story," wrote New York Cares.
Culture
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding Schedule Revealed in City Permit
The celebration at Madison Square Garden might go all night long.
Technology
Taylor Swift Wedding Details Revealed in New York Police Memo
A rehearsal dinner. A huge party. Hundreds of cops. And, perhaps, a big twist.
Technology
Taylor Swift Wedding Frenzy: The Power Guest List, the NDAs and A-List Panic Over Lack of Details
To attend Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding, do you need to know the bride and groom all too well? That’s the big question this week as fans, media and social sets in New York, L.A. and Nashville speculate over which lucky 1,000 people landed invites to the celebrity wedding of the decade this Friday […]
Technology
Taylor Swift’s Best Bridal-like Beauty Moments
A closer look at the glam she's donned while wearing all white over the years.
Technology
Tech and Finance Sectors Losing 28,000 Jobs Monthly Show AI Impact on Labor
Whether artificial intelligence will cause mass workforce cuts over time remains up for debate, but it is starting to leave an imprint on US employment data. A decline in payrolls in the financial-activities and information sectors — where AI adoption …
Bay Area
Teen sentenced to 5 years in juvenile detention for murder of USPS letter carrier in Chicago
A teen who pleaded guilty to killing a U.S. Postal Service worker in Chicago has been sentenced five years in juvenile detention.
Markets
Tesla crushes delivery estimates as it’s seen ‘exiting the EV winter’
The automaker shipped 480,126 EVs to consumers last quarter — much more than even bullish analysts projected.
Technology
Tesla driver faces manslaughter charges over Texas crash that killed a woman inside her home
The man whose Tesla struck and killed a woman inside her Texas home last month is now facing manslaughter charges, as reported earlier by The Wall Street Journal and local news outlet KHOU 11. 44-year-old Michael Butler was arrested on Wednesday and claimed to have been driving his Model 3 using Tesla's Full-Self Driving (FSD) […] The man whose Tesla struck and killed a woman inside her Texas home last month is now facing manslaughter charges, as reported earlier by The Wall Street Journal and local news outlet KHOU 11 . 44-year-old Michael Butler was arrested on Wednesday and claimed to have been driving his Model 3 using Tesla's Full-Self Driving (FSD) system at the time of the crash, according to an arrest affidavit . The court document includes the officer saying that data extraction from Butler's phone found several FSD-related Google searches from May 2026: "Tesla fsd not agg
Technology
Tesla sales increase by 25% in Q2 2026
Deliveries outstripped production, suggesting Tesla has cleared some inventory.
Technology
Tesla stock sinks 7% despite strong deliveries report, posting worst day in nearly a year
Tesla is trying to recover from consecutive annual declines in vehicle sales that were partly caused by a consumer backlash against CEO Elon Musk.
Technology
Tesla’s Q2 sales jump 25 percent
Tesla just released its second-quarter delivery and production report, showing that the automaker is starting to recover after a particularly brutal sales year in 2025. The company said that it produced a total of 451,758 vehicles between April and June of this year, including 442,936 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, as well as 8,822 […] Tesla just released its second-quarter delivery and production report, showing that the automaker is starting to recover after a particularly brutal sales year in 2025 . The company said that it produced a total of 451,758 vehicles between April and June of this year, including 442,936 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, as well as 8,822 "other vehicles" like the Cybertruck and the Tesla Semi. (The company discontinued the Model S and X earlier this year.) That represents about a 10 percent increase compared to the second quarter of 2025, when the company p
Markets
Texas Petrochemical Plants May Not be Ready for Fiercer Storms
Nearly two decades had passed since the storm. For many, the memory of what had happened on Goat Island had largely vanished into the Gulf of Mexico. Instead, what residents remembered that year were the piles of boats and cars …
California
That Mexican soccer jersey is everywhere right now. But wearing one has many different meanings
For many, it represents World Cup trophy aspirations. For others, it’s about affirming the culture in a time of struggle.
Bay Area
The 'Camp Rock 3' bus tour is headed to summer camps across the country
"Camp Rock" fans, this is for you. The "All Roads Lead to Camp" bus tour is headed across the country for a special pop-up experience celebrating the highly-anticipated movie starring Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas and Kevin Jonas.
Technology
The 15 Coolest Summer Nail Colors
From tangy tangerine to Bottega green, celebrity nail artists break down the 15 hottest summer nail colors you're about to see everywhere.
Culture
The Astrological Meaning Behind Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Date
Here’s what astrology says about the choice of July 3 as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding date—and why the chaos of marrying under the Mercury retrograde might actually be a good thing.
Bay Area
The Bay Area hosted six World Cup games. The best was saved for last
The U.S. Men’s National Team beat Bosnia & Herzegovina in Santa Clara, capping three weeks in which the region became the center of the soccer world.
Technology
The Best Horror Movies of 2026 (So Far), Ranked: ‘Obsession,’ ‘Backrooms,’ ‘Hokum’ and More
2026 has already been a wild year for horror, from low-budget box office hits (“Backrooms,” “Obsession”) to sequels the world could have lived without (“Scream 7,” “The Strangers – Chapter 3”). In a year loaded with scary movies, many of them were good-to-great, a welcome surprise that kept multiplexes busy. Below are the year’s standouts, […]
Technology
The Do’s and Don’ts for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to Pull Off a Perfect Secret Celebrity Wedding
Three decades after masterminding John Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's under-the-radar nuptials, Rosemarie Terenzio has a playbook — and some pointed advice — for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
California
The Overlooked History of Native Tribes in America’s Founding
As our nation marks 250 years, the "First America" podcast uncovers an overlooked chapter of our nation’s founding, told through Native American stories and voices.
News
The Supreme Court tackled race, history and the law in fraught and reflective major rulings
The Supreme Court has wrapped up a term with significant rulings on race and discrimination
Technology
The Top-Grossing Movie on July 4 Is…
It's not 'Spider-Man' or 'Jurassic' or the Minions that holds the record for single-day box office grosses on the actual day.
Technology
The U.S. Just Defeated Bosnia 2-0. Here Are the Other Entities Scoring (and Flopping) at the 2026 World Cup
Tech companies, Zlatan, Fox Sports and the Beckham boys all make the list. Some are getting nutmegged.
Technology
The animal behind most aggressive wildlife encounters may surprise you
Analysis of 3,000 incidents in Canada reveals which animal–human activity combos are especially risky. Of note: Elk and campgrounds are a bad mix.
Bay Area
The biggest questions left for Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers to resolve
Former NFL executive Andrew Brandt explains how the team could recover some of the money it has paid the wide receiver.
Technology
The natural history of every U.S. state is on display at a new D.C. exhibit
The Smithsonian Natural History Museum’s latest exhibit, “From These Lands,” connects visitors with America’s natural history.
Science
The new presidential fitness test is a positive step, not the solution, experts say
Physical activity needs to be fun to keep kids engaged. And the test risks embarrassing them, instead.
Bay Area
The people who don’t ride BART are key to deciding its fate in November
The critical swing vote for a sales tax funding transit agencies this fall are suburban homeowners, who are more likely to drive.
Bay Area
The street-sweeper shuffle: Life as an SF driver without a garage
They have a whole ritual to keep their parking spots. What it looks like depends on the neighborhood.
Technology
The video game disc is dead
For decades, to be a gamer was to accumulate a lot of stuff. Consoles, controllers, accessories, weird VR gloves that never worked properly, but mostly the games themselves. Over the years, games have come in every shape and size you can imagine. And now that era appears to be ending. On this episode of The […] For decades, to be a gamer was to accumulate a lot of stuff. Consoles, controllers, accessories, weird VR gloves that never worked properly, but mostly the games themselves. Over the years, games have come in every shape and size you can imagine. And now that era appears to be ending. On this episode of The Vergecast , David and Nilay talk about Sony's plan to end production of PlayStation discs , Microsoft's ongoing strategy for digitizing games , and in general the end of physical game media. It all makes a certain kind of business sense - and these companies are all despe
Bay Area
Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Altadena may get a reprieve from two of California’s marquee housing laws after a bill to temporarily exempt the fire-torn community sailed through back-to-back Assembly hearings on Wednesday. The two laws being put on hold — Senate Bill 9 from 2021 and Senate […]
Bay Area
Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Altadena may get a reprieve from two of California’s marquee housing laws after a bill to temporarily exempt the fire-torn community sailed through back-to-back Assembly hearings on Wednesday. The two laws being put on hold — Senate Bill 9 from 2021 and Senate […]
California
Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?
A bill to shield Altadena from two density-boosting housing laws is meant to let the town rebuild on its own terms. Some worry it could keep many homeowners from rebuilding at all.
California
Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Altadena may get a reprieve from two of California’s marquee housing laws after a bill to temporarily exempt the fire-torn community sailed through back-to-back Assembly hearings on Wednesday. The two laws being put on hold — Senate Bill 9 from 2021 and Senate […]
California
Their town burned to the ground. Should they get a pass from California’s new housing laws?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Altadena may get a reprieve from two of California’s marquee housing laws after a bill to temporarily exempt the fire-torn community sailed through back-to-back Assembly hearings on Wednesday. The two laws being put on hold — Senate Bill 9 from 2021 and Senate […]
Bay Area
Thieves drain nearly $18K from NorCal couple's bank account using fake checks, online bill payment
Thieves drained nearly $18K from a NorCal couple's bank account and upended their lives when their bank approved fake checks and at least 17 online transactions.
Bay Area
This Bay Area Homeless Nonprofit Trains Staff to Better Care for LGBTQ+ Residents
Despite LGBTQ+ people being overrepresented in the homeless population, shelters geared toward them are few and far between.
California
This California city has banned yoga classes at beaches and parks. One instructor is fighting back
Steve Hubbard recently filed a third lawsuit alleging the city of San Diego violated his rights by citing him for teaching free public yoga classes.
Technology
This fund manager bought Nvidia and SK Hynix and sold software before others. His simple message on AI: ‘Follow the money.’
Blue Whale Growth Fund manager exited software stocks before many others did.
News
Tiger Woods’ hospital records will be handed over to prosecutors in Florida DUI case, judge rules
A judge has ruled that prosecutors are allowed to review medical records related to Tiger Woods’ March vehicle crash and subsequent arrest in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence
California
Toni Morrison wrote the real history of America. We're just finally reading it
An Ohio statewide remix of Toni Morrison's oeuvre connects the ghosts of 'Beloved' to the neighborhoods of 'Sula' to reveal the real narratives of the American experiment.
California
Top science research jobs lack diversity. A California college program aims to curb that
The climate of STEM higher education programs can be unwelcoming for some minority populations. A state-funded program is trying to change that by providing mentors, relationship-building and financial assistance to California college students.
Technology
Toxic Lead Levels in Paris’s Palais Garnier Opera Delay Renovation
Work planned for two years may now take five.
Technology
Tracee Ellis Ross Has Never Done Broadway. Her Debut Is a Challenging One-Person Show
"Go for the gusto," says the star of her turn in the Tony-nominated play 'Every Brilliant Thing' beginning on July 7, adding, "I like to find my own inspiration and not be guided by what I already know."
Markets
Travelers Builds Insurance-Specific LLM
The Travelers Companies, Inc. announced this week that engineers and data scientists have developed TravelersLLM, a proprietary large language model tailored to its property/casualty business. According to a media statement released by the insurer, TravelersLLM was trained on millions of …
Technology
Travis Kelce-Swift? Probably Not. But Maybe?
Taylor Swift's masters are locked down. Her name may not be, even with the most ironclad prenup.
News
Tropical Storm Douglas has formed in the Pacific Ocean
Tropical Storm Douglas has formed in the Pacific Ocean
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Tropical storm Douglas forms in Pacific Ocean, no threat to land: Hurricane center
Tropical Storm Douglas has formed in the Pacific Ocean
Technology
Trump Accounts get a boost from employer contributions — Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are the latest to offer matching programs
The growing list of companies that will match contributions to Trump Accounts for their employees now includes Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley.
Technology
Trump Accuses Julia Roberts, Robert De Niro, More of Suffering From “Trump Derangement Syndrome” in AI Video
The AI-generated video also depicts the president as a doctor who's sharing his "treatment plan" for the imaginary disease.
Markets
Trump May Ask Supreme Court to Reconsider Carroll Appeal Denial
President Donald Trump may ask the US Supreme Court to reconsider its decision to turn away his appeal of a $5 million verdict against him in E. Jean Carroll’s sexual-abuse lawsuit, her lawyer said in a court filing asking for …
Technology
Trump administration’s $46 billion 'smart wall' races ahead on the US-Mexico border
The United States is rapidly building what it calls a “smart wall” on the Mexico border, combining tall steel fencing with advanced technology like sensors and cameras
Markets
Trump blasts ‘hostile’ Fed and says Warsh ‘has to do what he has to do’ on interest rates
Trump, in the interview, also said he continues to plan to remove Fed governor Lisa Cook from the central bank’s board.
Technology
Trump bought Apple, Nvidia and other tech giants before tariff reversal fueled rebound
The day before President Donald Trump walked back his tariff policy turned out to be one of his busiest days of 2025 for stock buying.
Technology
Trump gets OpenAI to offer US 5% stake, far lower than Sanders’ target
Insiders say Sam Altman is in active talks with the Trump administration.
Technology
Trump says 'everybody's profiting' from recent market rallies — but it’s mostly the 1%
A large share of U.S. households have no exposure to equities and have not benefited from the bull market.
Markets
Trump’s billion-dollar crypto haul triggers some everyday investors sitting on big losses
Millions of crypto investors around the world are sitting on losses as a painful bear market erases trillions of dollars in paper profits.
Markets
Trump’s real-estate licensing income in foreign countries nearly doubled — and now features Qatar and Romania
One ethics watchdog has “grave concerns about the president doing business in foreign countries.”
Culture
Two High Ranking Members of the United Cartels Charged with Drug Trafficking, Providing Material Support to a Foreign Terrorist Organization, and Firearms Offenses As Part of Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) Initiativ
A federal grand jury in the District of Columbia returned an indictment yesterday against Juan Jose “Juanjo” Farias Mendoza, 31, and Israel “Papo” Vega Farias, 37, both of Tepalcatepec, Michoacan, Mexico, and high-ranking members of the United Cartels.
Bay Area
U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
Team USA has beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive.
News
U.S. employers pulled back on hiring in June
U.S. employers added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.
Technology
U.S. job creation cools in June with payrolls growth of just 57,000; unemployment rate at 4.2%
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to rise by 115,000 in June and the unemployment rate to hold steady at 4.3%.
Technology
UK Eyes Forced Labor Ban Within Three Years
Proponents of an import prohibition say Britain risks falling behind in barring goods made with forced labor, after once being a world leader a decade ago.
Markets
US Declines to Extend North American Trade Deal
The Trump administration on July 1 declined to extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, starting a decade-long clock to wind down the trade deal as it seeks changes to try to restore manufacturing jobs and reduce U.S. trade deficits with its North …
Culture
Undercover Resort 2027
Undercover Resort 2027
Culture
Undercover Spring 2027 Menswear
Undercover Spring 2027 Menswear
Technology
Variety Toasts French Cinema With Post-Cannes Summer Dinner at Paris’ Laperouse With Thierry Fremaux, Guillaume Canet, Pierre-Antoine Capton, Rebecca Zlotowski and Anamaria Vartolomei
Variety gathered leading figures from the French film industry for its fourth dinner at Lapérouse in Paris, a post-Cannes and summer celebration bringing together Cannes Film Festival director Thierry Frémaux, Mediawan boss Pierre-Antoine Capton, MK2 Films co-CEO Nathanaël Karmitz and Pathé Films president Ardavan Safaee, as well as actors and filmmakers Anamaria Vartolomei, Rebecca Zlotowski, […]
Science
Venezuelan medics fear earthquake aftermath will trigger widening medical crisis
The emergency has laid bare Venezuela's chronic shortage of doctors, the result of years of economic crisis, underfunding and emigration.
Bay Area
Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes
Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling days-long operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days earlier.
Technology
Virginia to Allow Recreational Marijuana Sales in Retail Stores in 2027
Five years after becoming the first Southern state to legalize possession of marijuana, Virginia has approved a legal way to sell it to recreational users. State budget legislation enacted Monday will allow up to 350 cannabis shops to open across …
Culture
Vogue Etiquette: Jill Kargman and Frank E. Campbell’s President on the Dos and Don’ts of Death
Vogue’s Oh, Behave! is a column in which experts sound off on the ever-evolving social etiquette of today. This month, the Upper East Side's resident goth and the head of NYC's storied funeral home answer your most awkward questions about grief.
Technology
Volkswagen braces for boardroom showdown over historic cost-cutting plan
Volkswagen is poised for a boardroom showdown following reports that the auto giant is weighing up shutting four factories and implementing 100,000 job cuts.
News
WATCH: U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announces felony charge related to Reflecting Pool
A former Olympian was indicted Thursday on a felony charge in what President Donald Trump has called vandalism of the Reflecting Pool.
News
Wall Street rises toward the finish of its best week in nearly 2 months after bond yields relax
U.S. stocks are holding relatively steady after the latest update on the job market suggested the Federal Reserve may feel less pressure to hike interest rates
Culture
Warner Records Partners With Sickamore’s Three Times LOUDER
Alternative R&B artist Laila! is the flagship artist under the new alliance.
Culture
Warren Steven Scott's Menswear Wants You to Channel an Italian Pop Star
Stage-ready: Indigenous designer Warren Steven Scott’s new pieces are inspired by the singer Marco Mengoni. “I wanted to celebrate dressing up,” he says.
Markets
Washington Farm Labor Contractor Fined $700,000 for Breaking Worker Protection Laws
A Washington farm labor contracting company faces nearly $700,000 in fines for labor violations. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries cited Superbee Contracting LLC, of Moxee in Yakima County, with breaking six farmworker protection laws involving nearly 1,200 …
Culture
Watch U.S. Men’s Soccer Team Celebrate World Cup Knockout Win With Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Sing-Along
“Nothing better than @ellalangleymusic after a win,” midfielder Weston McKennie writes alongside the video.
Technology
Weber marks down grills and griddles to their best prices ever for July 4th
If our recent Decoder interview with Weber Blackstone CEO Roger Dahle has you craving freshly grilled meats or veggies, Weber just so happens to have a variety of grills, smokers, griddles, and accessories selling at big discounts ahead of the July 4th holiday. It makes a bunch of models, but we’ve landed on a range […] The Weber Spirit E-325 grill with three burners. | Image: Weber If our recent Decoder interview with Weber Blackstone CEO Roger Dahle has you craving freshly grilled meats or veggies, Weber just so happens to have a variety of grills, smokers, griddles, and accessories selling at big discounts ahead of the July 4th holiday. It makes a bunch of models, but we’ve landed on a range of grills and griddles at varying price points. Weber is cheaper than other retailers by about $50 on most of these picks, but we’ve noted where you may be able to find them at a comparable
Technology
Weird Al Yankovic Pulled Out of AI Ad Despite Offer to Make a ‘Nice Pile of Money’: ‘I Can’t Be the Poster Boy for AI’
Some things are too weird even for parody king Weird Al Yankovic. Ahead of a Syracuse, New York, stop on his “Bigger & Weirder” tour, Yankovic revealed to Syracuse.com in an interview published this week that he was offered “a nice pile of money” to appear in a commercial for business-focused software, but he backed out once […]
Culture
What Manicure Would You Choose to Scale the Empire State Building?
An ring pic revealed free solo climber Angelina Nikolau’s surprising manicure for scaling—and getting engaged upon—the Empire State Building on Wednesday.
Markets
What’s New at the Farmers Market this Saturday
Come out to enjoy Redwood City’s incomparable 4th of July Parade instead!
News
What’s up this week: Taj Farrant, a quirky look at Stanford matriarch, Chris Stapleton, The Corner Laughers and more
This week, guitar prodigy Taj Farrant performs at The Guild; the Cantor Arts Center delves into the life of Jane Stanford; country star Chris Stapleton plays Shoreline, with special guest Molly Tuttle, and more.
Bay Area
What’s up this week: Taj Farrant, a quirky look at Stanford matriarch, Chris Stapleton, The Corner Laughers and more
This week, guitar prodigy Taj Farrant performs at The Guild; the Cantor Arts Center delves into the life of Jane Stanford; country star Chris Stapleton plays Shoreline, with special guest Molly Tuttle, and more.
News
What’s up this week: Taj Farrant, a quirky look at Stanford matriarch, Chris Stapleton, The Corner Laughers and more
This week, guitar prodigy Taj Farrant performs at The Guild; the Cantor Arts Center delves into the life of Jane Stanford; country star Chris Stapleton plays Shoreline, with special guest Molly Tuttle, and more.
Bay Area
What’s up this week: Taj Farrant, a quirky look at Stanford matriarch, Chris Stapleton, The Corner Laughers and more
This week, guitar prodigy Taj Farrant performs at The Guild; the Cantor Arts Center delves into the life of Jane Stanford; country star Chris Stapleton plays Shoreline, with special guest Molly Tuttle, and more.
Markets
When does my kid get the free ‘Trump account’ money?
As the accounts start working, here are 5 things families should know about what’s next
California
When, unlike our upcoming 250th anniversary, a bicentennial mattered to orchestras
Unlike our stingy semiquincentennial, in 1976, the NEA observed the bicentennial by commissioning six major U.S. composers for six orchestras.
Technology
Where Warp Knit Ideas Take Shape
Karl Mayer’s new Textile Innovation Center combines textile development, machine testing and customer collaboration under one roof in Obertshausen.
Bay Area
Where to catch free outdoor movie nights around Silicon Valley this summer
This summer, cities across the Peninsula are rolling out giant screens and transforming parks and plazas into open-air cinemas, showcasing free movie screenings ranging from animated family favorites to blockbuster new releases.
Bay Area
Where to catch free outdoor movie nights around Silicon Valley this summer
This summer, cities across the Peninsula are rolling out giant screens and transforming parks and plazas into open-air cinemas, showcasing free movie screenings ranging from animated family favorites to blockbuster new releases.
Bay Area
Where to catch free outdoor movie nights around Silicon Valley this summer
This summer, cities across the Peninsula are rolling out giant screens and transforming parks and plazas into open-air cinemas, showcasing free movie screenings ranging from animated family favorites to blockbuster new releases.
Bay Area
Where to catch free outdoor movie nights around Silicon Valley this summer
This summer, cities across the Peninsula are rolling out giant screens and transforming parks and plazas into open-air cinemas, showcasing free movie screenings ranging from animated family favorites to blockbuster new releases.
Technology
Why Ella Hunt Is Everywhere Right Now
The ‘Not Suitable For Work’ star leads the Mindy Kaling Hulu comedy alongside a handful of other young actors and has released her deeply personal debut album, ‘Blindspot.’
Culture
Why Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Donated $26 Million to Charity Ahead of Their Wedding
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kicked off their celebrations with an impressively generous wedding gift for those in need.
California
Why This Could Be an Unpredictable Year for Fires in California
It's unclear how the strong El Niño that we're seeing is going to affect fire season.
Markets
Why a founder at age 50 is twice as likely to find success as one at age 30
Older workers are fighting ageism by starting their own businesses — and they’re outperforming younger entrepreneurs
Science
Why medical murals by a Diego Rivera protégé adorn a Peninsula museum
The Palo Alto Museum isn’t expected to open until the fall, but you can already to catch a glimpse of history there, thanks to 17 frescoes artist Victor Arnautoff painted on the building’s exterior.
Science
Why medical murals by a Diego Rivera protégé adorn a Peninsula museum
The Palo Alto Museum isn’t expected to open until the fall, but you can already to catch a glimpse of history there, thanks to 17 frescoes artist Victor Arnautoff painted on the building’s exterior.
Bay Area
Why medical murals by a Diego Rivera protégé adorn a Peninsula museum
The Palo Alto Museum isn’t expected to open until the fall, but you can already to catch a glimpse of history there, thanks to 17 frescoes artist Victor Arnautoff painted on the building’s exterior.
Bay Area
Why medical murals by a Diego Rivera protégé adorn a Peninsula museum
The Palo Alto Museum isn’t expected to open until the fall, but you can already to catch a glimpse of history there, thanks to 17 frescoes artist Victor Arnautoff painted on the building’s exterior.
Technology
Wilco and the Breeders Now Hold a Yo-Yo World Record
The bands were among the 5,000 people who yo-yoed at Solid Sound Festival last Saturday, breaking the record for most simultaneous spinners
Culture
Will the Social Media Ban Be the Death Knell of Teen Style Subculture or Its Revival?
Short-form video led to a collapse of tween culture, as kids and adults began consuming the same content online. Will the social media ban turn the tide?
Technology
Woman's hip replacement disintegrates, causing severe metal poisoning
Doctors find grey fluid and dead, metallic flesh inside poisoned woman's hip.
Bay Area
World Cup celebrations turn violent in Bay Area, leaving multiple people injured
Two people were stabbed in downtown San Jose and two others were shot near a watch party in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood Tuesday night as celebrations following Mexico’s World Cup victory turned violent across the Bay Area. Downtown San Jose disturbances Tens of thousands of soccer fans gathered in San Pedro Square to celebrate […] The post World Cup celebrations turn violent in Bay Area, leaving multiple people injured appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
World Insurance Adds Maryland’s Still Creek Agency
World Insurance Associates LLC reports it acquired the business of Still Creek Insurance of Rockville, Maryland on March 1, 2026. Still Creek Insurance offers auto, home, business, and life insurance. The agency is led by Steven Bender, Kevin Rowe, and …
Technology
Zuhair Murad Resort 2027
Zuhair Murad Resort 2027
Technology
‘Doctor’ Donald Trump Posts AI Video Dragging Rosie O’Donnell, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert De Niro and More for Suffering From ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’
Heading into the July 4 long weekend, President Donald Trump shared a late-night social media post slamming some his biggest celebrity critics as suffering from the imaginary “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” In an AI video posted on Trump’s Truth Social account just before midnight Wednesday, the president is dressed as “Dr. Trump” and, in the soothing […]
Technology
‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’ Gets Imax Release as Gkids Adds Studio Ghibli Library in U.K., Ireland
Gkids has picked up U.K. and Ireland distribution rights to Studio Ghibli’s 23-title film library, adding theatrical, home video, TV and digital rights across the territory to its slate. The rollout begins with an Imax release of “Kiki’s Delivery Service” in the U.K. and Ireland on August 21. The Ghibli catalog includes the Oscar-winning “Spirited […]
Technology
‘Paris Paris’ Director on Her Fiction Feature Debut That Is “Very Political, But Not in Your Face”
Belgian documentary maker Isabelle Tollenaere discusses how she changed tack for her cinematic allegory for displacement and meditation on home that premieres in Karlovy Vary's Proxima competition.
Bay Area
‘People will pay anything’: Why SF rents are breaking records this summer
Low supply and aggressive AI hiring are leading to $50,000 rentals, with some neighborhoods seeing rents 50% higher than just last year.
Technology
‘Petty Thieves’ Explores “Gestures of Solidarity Among People With Little Power” (Exclusive Trailer)
Croatian filmmaker Mate Ugrin's feature directorial debut, which premieres in Karlovy Vary's Proxima competition, also explores whether you can feel at home in a tourist destination that seems mainly designed for visitors.
Technology
‘Rhythm Heaven Groove’ Is Back After a Decade to Test Your Reflexes With Over 100 Games
My nerves were shot playing “Rhythm Heaven Groove,” the first entry in more than a decade in the fast-paced rhythm game series. Timing is everything in the latest title, released Thursday on the Nintendo Switch. Gamers will have to listen closely to the beats and have a perfectly precise internal metronome as they attempt a […]
Bay Area
‘Section 415’ podcast: WNBA veteran Kiah Stokes on life with the Valkyries
The 10th-year center won three titles at UConn and won three with the Las Vegas Aces before signing with Golden State.
Culture
‘The Accidental Collector’: Herbert Lust Dead at 99
Lust is survived by his son, Herbert Lust II, and 10 grandchildren. His son Conrad Lust died in 2024.
Technology
‘The Guest’ Takes a “Nuanced” Dive Into Family, Forgiveness and Mental Health Without “Shaming”
Trine Dyrholm, Simon Bennebjerg and Josephine Park star in Mads Mengel's feature debut premiering at Karlovy Vary. In it, the Danish writer-director explores family dynamics and "forgiveness as a way to set yourself free."
Technology
‘Weird Al’ Has Seen Your ‘Weird A.I.’ Jokes and He Is Unamused
In fact, Yankovic says he turned down “a nice pile of money” to do a commercial for an AI company
California
‘We’re going to keep escalating’: Dominican Hospital nurses decry proposed layoffs
Nurses say cuts would jeopardize patient safety The post ‘We’re going to keep escalating’: Dominican Hospital nurses decry proposed layoffs appeared first on Santa Cruz Local .
Technology
‘Young Washington’ Director Jon Erwin Breaks Down Film’s Use of AI: Tech Made Production ‘Safer and More Affordable’ (EXCLUSIVE)
In Jon Erwin’s telling, even the most advanced visual effects tools are no match for the physics of water. The director of the film “Young Washington,” the historical drama releasing nationwide on Friday (July 3), needed to film a scene where a pre-Revolutionary War George Washington (William Franklyn-Miller) and his companion nearly drown in an […]
Technology
‘Your Name,’ ‘Ghost in the Shell 2’ Lead Disney+ and Anime Limited’s U.K., France Film Deal as Animayhem Returns (EXCLUSIVE)
Disney+ is adding celebrated Japanese anime films including “Your Name.” and “Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence” to its U.K. and France libraries through a licensing deal with Anime Limited, the companies revealed, as Disney+ and Hulu’s fourth annual Animayhem campaign kicks off with new anime titles this summer. The collection includes films from directors […]