California
'Enough!': Hot dog vendor speaks out against violence after attack in downtown L.A.
Arabelia Martinez, 62, called for an end to violence against street vendors while flanked by city officials in downtown Los Angeles on Monday morning.
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2026-07-06
433 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Technology
'NATO 3.0': Defense spending pledges face the Trump test
Leaders are expected to focus on whether Europe can turn higher defense spending into military power as Washington pushes allies to shoulder more of the burden.
Bay Area
'Star Wars: Visions Presents - The Ninth Jedi' anime series set for Aug. 5 premiere
An all-new "Star Wars" adventure awaits! ✨ "Star Wars: Visions Presents - The Ninth Jedi" premieres Aug. 5 exclusively on Disney+ and Hulu. Catch up with Lah Kara and Margrave Juro's fellowship of Jedi-in-training in this eight-episode limited anime series.
California
'Uncharted territory' as brewing El Niño, roasting oceans, heat bring risk for California, planet
Scientists are raising alarms over the planet's warming oceans, which — coupled with a strong El Niño — could increase temperatures for land dwellers.
Culture
10 Best Lab-Grown Diamonds 2026: Fine Jewelry to Engagement Rings
Discover the best lab-grown diamonds from brands like Brilliant Earth, Grown Brilliance, Pandora, Dorsey & more so you can sparkle sustainably.
California
14 propositions that could remake California taxes, housing, healthcare and elections
In addition to high-stakes U.S. House races, California voters in November will also weigh in on a slew of ballot measures.
Technology
2 Chainz to Perform at the Players Party in Philadelphia During MLB All-Star Week: ‘Make It a Memorable Night’
Hosted by Topps, Fanatics and the MLBPA, the party is set to follow the Home Run Derby.
Technology
2,000-Year-Old Gold Rings Found in Thailand by Human Bones
One of the rings bears a message in ancient Indian script.
Culture
20 Questions With Doc Martin: What the ’90s L.A. Rave Scene Was Really Like & Remembering His Friend DJ Dan
The legendary DJ/producer has upcoming dates at events including British Columbia's beloved Shambhala and the U.K.'s Houghton Festival.
Technology
25 Hottest Soccer Stars at the 2026 World Cup: Rodrigo De Paul, Jude Bellingham, Christian Pulisic and More
Despite the worst efforts of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, an embarrassing figure who pals around with Putin, flies across the world on a jet provided by Qatar (just like Trump!), gifted Trump a “FIFA Peace Prize” for reasons unknown, and is reported to have rescinded a red card against the U.S. under pressure from Trump, […]
Culture
25 Vintage Photos of Jackie Kennedy Summering in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts
Jackie Kennedy wore flowy tops, linen dresses, and Bermuda shorts as she played tennis and went sailing.
Bay Area
3 men plunge nearly 40 feet after old rope snaps on Santa Cruz beach cliff
Firefighters had to get creative after heavy fog prevented a helicopter rescue.
California
6 things to know about the worst places to park in LA
One Koreatown corner has already generated more than $760,000 in fines this year. Here’s where drivers are most likely to get ticketed — and why.
News
7 OPEC+ countries agree to expand monthly oil production modestly as prices slide
A handful of countries in the OPEC+ oil-producing alliance are planning to increase their outputs modestly next month
Culture
A Full List of Current 2026 Las Vegas Residencies (Updating)
A full list of all the current Las Vegas residencies, including concert dates, artists performing and where to buy tickets online.
Bay Area
A Marina bar will cover your tab using prediction markets if the U.S. beats Belgium
The Blue Light is using Kalshi to backstop its World Cup promotion.
Technology
A dozen families are now suing OpenAI in SF court over ChatGPT harms
ChatGPT told the 24-year-old, "I'm with you," before she took her own life.
News
A new ICE facility could speed up deportations for families and kids
The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding center for migrant families and unaccompanied children awaiting removal from the U.S., putting it next to a Louisiana airfield that has become the nation’s largest hub of deportation flights
News
A new ICE facility could speed up deportations for families and kids
The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding center for migrant families and unaccompanied children awaiting removal from the U.S., putting it next to a Louisiana airfield that has become the nation's largest hub of deportation flights.
Technology
AI Poses Biggest Security Challenge of Decade, UK’s Cooper Warns
The world must urgently develop guardrails to contain the threat posed by artificial intelligence, Britain’s foreign secretary is set to warn. Yvette Cooper will say that AI may become the “greatest security challenge of the next decade,” calling for international …
California
AI actor Tilly Norwood to star in first movie
AI actor Tilly Norwood will star in her first movie, a comedy drama called 'Misaligned.'
Technology
AI hyperscalers are poised for a big comeback rally as chip gains cool, says Morgan Stanley
The once-hot semiconductor trade has seen a cooling in the last couple of weeks, which is not only likely to continue, but usher in a bumpy ride for the overall stock market.
California
AM Best Places Credit Ratings of Topa in California Under Review
AM Best placed under review the Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “bbb+” (Good) of Topa Insurance Company in Calabasas, California. The review includes subsidiary Dorchester Insurance Company Ltd. in the U.S. Virgin …
California
Abbey Road Institute to Launch New Production-School Campus in Los Angeles
Rafa Sardina, the celebrated Grammy-winning producer and engineer, will head up the program, which is slated to open in October
Bay Area
Actor Mariska Hargitay will kick off TheatreWorks’ New Works Festival next month
The ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” actor will appear in benefit performances of uplifting solo show she recently performed on Broadway.
Bay Area
Actor Mariska Hargitay will kick off TheatreWorks’ New Works Festival next month
The ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” actor will appear in benefit performances of uplifting solo show she recently performed on Broadway.
News
Actor Mariska Hargitay will kick off TheatreWorks’ New Works Festival next month
The ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” actor will appear in benefit performances of uplifting solo show she recently performed on Broadway.
News
Actor Mariska Hargitay will kick off TheatreWorks’ New Works Festival next month
The ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” actor will appear in benefit performances of uplifting solo show she recently performed on Broadway.
News
Adam Met's Brief But Spectacular take on building fan-based movements
Adam Met is best known as the bassist of the multi-platinum band AJR. But offstage, he's a climate scholar, educator and advocate. His recent book, "Amplify: How to Use the Power of Connection to Engage, Take Action, and Build a Better World," explores how connection drives action. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on building fan-based movements.
Technology
Adam Sandler’s Marital Advice to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: ‘Kiss Every Chance You Have’
The comedian officiated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden over the July 4 holiday weekend
California
Advocates Call for Black English to Be Taught in Preschools
Generations of Black children grew up learning that their home language isn’t acceptable in school or the workplace.
Bay Area
After 9 months, another tenant of a massive San Francisco building bites the dust
"The community hasn't shown up as we hoped."
California
After the Fourth, SoCal's hot weather is making a bad air-quality situation worse
It's so hot, even the fallout from the fireworks is sluggish.
Markets
Agent-Carrier Relationships Improving, Survey Shows
Maybe it’s the result of a softer market. Or maybe deliberate carrier investments in agency relationships are paying off. First Connect Chief Executive Officer Aviad Pinkovezky tossed out the two possibilities to explain the markedly improved picture of agents’ ability …
California
Air Quality Alert issued July 6 at 9:49AM 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...Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 7:00 AM until 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.
Markets
Alabama DOI Lifts 16-Month Moratorium on New Captive Insurers in the State
Now that a new Alabama law has had time to take effect, the state Department of Insurance has lifted a 16-month moratorium on new captive insurance companies in the state. A captive manager and supporter of the new law said …
California
Alameda County Sheriff’s Office warns of scam targeting families of jail inmates
The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers falsely claim a family member at Santa Rita Jail can be released early in exchange for payment. According to the sheriff’s office, scammers tell victims inmates qualify for an early release program because of jail overcrowding and demand money for […] The post Alameda County Sheriff’s Office warns of scam targeting families of jail inmates appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Ali Fazal on Guddu Pandit’s Return in ‘Mirzapur: The Movie,’ the Haunting World of ‘Raakh’ and Refusing to Be Typecast
Ali Fazal has spent a decade and a half deliberately refusing to sit still. He credits his mother for it. Bombarded with world cinema from an early age, he came out of college convinced the industry was bigger than what he’d been shown, and he built a career designed to prove it. “I have to […]
Markets
Allstate’s SquareTrade Europe Launches Licensed Insurer Headquartered in Brussels
SquareTrade Europe, an Allstate company, has launched a new licensed insurer, SquareTrade Europe Insurance, headquartered in Brussels. SquareTrade said the move will strengthen its ability to design, launch and scale protection solutions more quickly across Europe, marking a significant step …
Technology
Amazon’s New ‘Tomb Raider’ Video Game Star on Becoming Lara Croft, Sophie Turner’s TV Series and the ‘Really, Really Big’ Adventure Coming in ‘Catalyst’
On the heels of a big launch for its new James Bond video game, “007 First Light,” and talks of another 007 film, Amazon is going all in on another classic British character with the upcoming debut of its “Tomb Raider” video game franchise and a live-action TV show. First up will be “Tomb Raider: […]
Technology
Ambi Robotics, Pickle Robot Company Partner on Warehouse Workflow Solution
The system offers a single autonomous inbound workflow.
Technology
America’s greatest idea is still under threat
The United States of America recently turned 250 years old. What a spectacle! The fireworks were amazing, and millions of proud people celebrated across the nation - even around the world. France lit up the Eiffel Tower; Japan had fireworks. French fighter jets flew above New York City with trails of red, white, and blue […] The Patrouille de France perform a flyover during the Sail4th 250 Tall Ships Parade along the Hudson River in New York on July 4th, 2026. | Photo by John Lamparski/Bloomberg via Getty Images The United States of America recently turned 250 years old. What a spectacle! The fireworks were amazing, and millions of proud people celebrated across the nation - even around the world. France lit up the Eiffel Tower; Japan had fireworks. French fighter jets flew above New York City with trails of red, white, and blue - our first major ally streaking our shared colors th
Technology
Amid Its Own Copyright Controversy, Midjourney Asks Court to Reveal How Disney Uses AI
The studios sued Midjourney, accusing it of facilitating widespread infringement of their copyrighted characters.
Culture
Andrej Gronau Berlin Spring 2027
Andrej Gronau Berlin Spring 2027
Culture
Archaeologists Uncover a Well-Preserved Byzantine-Era City in Egypt’s Western Desert
Excavation of the fourth-century settlement revealed a street grid, residential and religious buildings, and fortifications.
Culture
ArdAzAei Fall 2026 Couture
ArdAzAei Fall 2026 Couture
California
Arellano: Mexico lost in the World Cup — but Mexican Americans won
It was yet another early exit for a team that has never made it to the World Cup semifinals — but no one wanted to dwell on defeat, because no one felt defeated.
Markets
As oil exits the ‘danger zone,’ here’s what history suggests happens next for stocks
The swift pullback in oil prices is a tailwind for the economy, says Evercore ISI
Culture
Australian Prime Minister Apologizes ‘Unequivocally’ Over Kylie Minogue Podcast Comments
Anthony Albanese's office responded Monday morning with a one-line statement.
Technology
Balogun starts for US against Belgium after suspension lifted
Folarin Balogun is in the United States’ starting lineup for a World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium after his red-card suspension was lifted by FIFA in a decision that sparked an uproar across the sport
Culture
Banana-Milk Coffee, the Unexpected It-Girl Obsession
The hottest K-beauty transplant tastes incredible ice-cold and is loved by BTS’s Jungkook and Hailey Bieber.
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 5 at 8:25PM PDT until July 10 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...An increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents due to long period SW swell. * WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches.
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 6 at 1:26PM PDT until July 10 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...An increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents due to long period SW swell. * WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches. * WHEN...From late tonight through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 6 at 3:01AM PDT until July 10 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...An increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents due to long period SW swell. * WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
Global
Belgium challenging FIFA's ruling to let U.S. forward play at World Cup, UEFA calls it 'incomprehensible'
"Sometimes rules are open to interpretation. In this case not," UEFA said, adding "the integrity of the game is at stake and the credibility of a competition is undermined."
Technology
Bentley teases its first EV, the Torcal
The new model will be officially unveiled in late September.
California
Berkeley Meals on wheels seeking volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors
The Berkeley Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteers to help pack and deliver fresh, nutritious meals to homebound seniors on weekday mornings.  Volunteer shifts are available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Meal packers begin at 8 a.m., while delivery volunteers arrive between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.   Most delivery routes take about an hour and […] The post Berkeley Meals on wheels seeking volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: July 6-9
New-wave swing dancing, the Indiana Fever take on the Sparks, Bottle Rocket turns 30 and more of the best things to do this week.
Bay Area
Beyoncé drops surprise new song on July Fourth
The superstar singer dropped a single titled "Morning Dew (Donk)," her first music since the 2024 album "Act II: Cowboy Carter."
Technology
Bobbi Queen, WWD’s Former Senior Fashion Editor, Known for Her Wit and Style, Dies at 84
Known for her discerning eye, wit, and passion for fashion, Queen mentored many young designers and played a pivotal role in shaping the industry during her decades-long career at Women's Wear Daily.
Bay Area
Brooklyn, New York City girl Kiara Paolasin drowns at Southampton beach on Long Island
Brooklyn, New York City girl Kiara Paolasin drowned at a Southampton beach on Long Island over the holiday weekend.
Bay Area
Builder looks to demolish El Camino Real motel, replace it with housing
Taking advantage of a state housing law that kicked in last week, a developer is preparing to demolish the Coronet Motel on El Camino Real and replace it with a six-story residential project.
California
Cabrillo College fixes most dental program violations, state board says
Cabrillo College has the only dental hygiene program in the Monterey Bay region. (B. Sakura Cannestra — Santa Cruz Local file) APTOS >> After the Dental Hygiene Board of California found in February that Cabrillo College’s dental hygiene program was not in compliance with minimum standards for patient safety and student learning, the college [...] The post Cabrillo College fixes most dental program violations, state board says appeared first on Santa Cruz Local .
Bay Area
Calif. rescue team finds 70-year-old man after weeklong search
The team conducted an extensive search of the remote wilderness near Pine Flat Lake.
California
California Bans ‘Sell By’ Food Labels to Cut Food Waste
In Kimberley Kausen’s home, a passed “sell by” date on a jug of milk means different things to different family members. For her daughter, it means the jug belongs in the trash. For her husband, it means the milk is …
California
California Dispatches Fire Crews to Help Colorado Contain Massive Blaze
A warm, dry winter throughout the West has already caused multiple wildfires in Colorado and could be a sign of an aggressive fire year to come.
California
California Sees Historic Crime Rate Drops in Every Category, Except This One
Homicides and car thefts have dropped, but officials said anti-citizenship status bias incidents have doubled.
California
California could start testing kindergarteners in math
A bill moving through California’s legislature would require schools to test kindergarteners' math skills.
California
California schools are the nation’s most segregated, despite voluntary busing programs
After decades of voluntary desegregation, California schools have grown more segregated, not less. District boundaries are a major reason.
Bay Area
California schools are the nation’s most segregated, despite voluntary busing programs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan is a senior at Menlo-Atherton High School in San Mateo County. California has the most segregated school system in the continental United States. A UCLA Civil Rights Project report last fall found the share of […]
Bay Area
California schools are the nation’s most segregated, despite voluntary busing programs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan is a senior at Menlo-Atherton High School in San Mateo County. California has the most segregated school system in the continental United States. A UCLA Civil Rights Project report last fall found the share of […]
California
California schools are the nation’s most segregated, despite voluntary busing programs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan is a senior at Menlo-Atherton High School in San Mateo County. California has the most segregated school system in the continental United States. A UCLA Civil Rights Project report last fall found the share of […]
California
California schools are the nation’s most segregated, despite voluntary busing programs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan is a senior at Menlo-Atherton High School in San Mateo County. California has the most segregated school system in the continental United States. A UCLA Civil Rights Project report last fall found the share of […]
California
California woman killed by Florida alligator. Family calls it 'a completely bizarre accident'
A 31-year-old Sacramento woman died after being mauled by an alligator in Florida last Sunday. "Never in a million years would we have seen this nightmare come about," said her boyfriend, who witnessed the attack.
California
California's 'wind phones' give comfort to those grieving
After tragedy, a line of comfort: throughout California you can find wind phones, memorials to lost loved ones that encourage those who visit them to share their deepest emotions and feelings.
News
Can NATO allies deliver on promises to increase military spending?
President Trump is departing for a pivotal summit with NATO allies after a year in which he's questioned European countries' sovereignty and doubted the alliance's very utility. Nick Schifrin reports from Ankara, Turkey, where the NATO summit will take place.
Technology
Can Partiful keep the party going?
One hundred dollars will buy you 8 pounds of glitter; 10 Domino's pizzas; 406 miniature disco balls from Temu; or 100 cans of Coors Light. For a friend's birthday party one year, Ayla D'Silva spent $100 on sour candy and made a "sour candy salad." Even sweeter was that she didn't have to foot the […] One hundred dollars will buy you 8 pounds of glitter; 10 Domino's pizzas; 406 miniature disco balls from Temu; or 100 cans of Coors Light. For a friend's birthday party one year, Ayla D'Silva spent $100 on sour candy and made a "sour candy salad." Even sweeter was that she didn't have to foot the bill - the money came from Partiful. As a college ambassador for the startup, D'Silva got a small stipend every month to throw a party on her college campus. There were very few rules and no metrics to hit on RSVPs or ticket sales, she says - it just had to be hosted on the Partiful app. Faceb
News
Canada selects German company to build submarine fleet as it boosts NATO spending
The decision Monday came before Prime Minister Mark Carney headed to this week's NATO summit, where allies face pressure to back higher defense spending with concrete plans.
Technology
Carmen Villain Announces New Album Memoria
The ambient dub producer borrowed the LP’s title from Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s 2021 film
Technology
Carter De Haven III, Producer of ‘Hoosiers,’ Dies at 94
Gloria DeHaven’s nephew also shepherded ‘Ulzana’s Raid’ and ‘The Outfit,’ did three films with John Huston and hired Harrison Ford for his first movie.
Technology
Chief Keef Lines Up U.S. Tour
Dates behind his Skeletor mixtape kick off in late summer
Technology
China Box Office: ‘Minions & Monsters’ Takes Top Spot as ‘Keep Real’ Opens Second
Universal’s “Minions & Monsters” debuted at the No. 1 spot at the China box office during the July 3–5 weekend, grossing RMB111.5 million ($16.4 million), according to data from Artisan Gateway. Taopiaopiao’s sci-fi comedy “Keep Real” opened in second place, securing $10.5 million over the weekend frame. Including early previews, the film has reached a […]
News
China fires a missile from a submarine in a test launch in the South Pacific, state media say
China fires a missile from a submarine in a test launch in the South Pacific, state media say
Technology
China's Alibaba bans Anthropic AI for employees after 'distillation attack' accusation
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has put Anthropic's Claude Code on a high-risk software list.
Culture
Christelle Kocher Brings Her “Couture-à-Porter” Approach to a Collaboration with Levi’s
The collaboration uniting Levi’s with Christelle Kocher defies conventional thinking about denim, and how it can be reimagined.
Culture
Christian Dior Fall 2026 Couture
Christian Dior Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
Co-Owner of Maine Lumber Mill Dies of Injuries From Fire and Explosion
The co-owner of a Maine lumber mill has died from injuries he sustained during a fire and explosion at the facility, bringing to three the number of fatalities. Alden J. Robbins died last Thursday from injures he suffered in the …
Technology
Colombia’s Bogota Audiovisual Market Welcomes Netflix, France, Discusses the Impact of ‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’
Colombia’s burgeoning Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) opens its doors even wider to welcome young wannabe producers from Central America, the Caribbean and Andean countries this year, thanks to an alliance with Netflix. In past years, only Colombian producers participated in the training and networking sessions. This time, out of the 40 participants, with ages ranging […]
California
Comcast's Sky to buy Britain's ITV in $2.1-billion deal
The move comes a week after Comcast announced it would peel off its NBCUniversal and Sky units, creating a new public company
Technology
Comcast’s Sky to Acquire ITV’s Networks and Streaming Businesses in $2.13 Billion Deal
The ITV Studios production arm will become a standalone business after the planned transaction.
Technology
Consumers Need Visual Cues, Labeling to Distinguish ‘Green’ Apparel Options
New research published in the Sustainable Development journal explores the relationship between an upcycled garment’s design and the way consumers perceive its sustainability or “greenness."
Technology
Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career ends after Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals
Spain advanced to the quarterfinals for the first time since winning its only World Cup title in 2010. La Roja will play either the United States or Belgium on Friday in Inglewood, California.
Bay Area
Dangerous surf ahead amid cool Bay Area week
Seasonably cool weather will continue across the Bay Area before a warming trend arrives during the second half of the week, while beachgoers are being warned of dangerous surf conditions beginning Tuesday.
Science
Deadly Screwworm’s Leap Into the US Mystifies Health Experts
As the deadly New World screwworm spreads through Texas, posing significant risk to the US cattle herd, experts are still puzzling over the mystery of how it got there. The parasite fly’s larvae, which feeds within the wounds of warm-blooded …
Bay Area
Delta pilot reports encounter with July Fourth firework before landing in Chicago
A Delta Air Lines flight and a firework reportedly came into contact in the sky above Chicago as the city celebrated the Fourth of July holiday.
Bay Area
Demolition begins at controversial Santa Clara County cement plant
Demolition has started at the Permanente Cement Plant near Cupertino, a massive manufacturing site that repeatedly ran afoul of environmental regulations before it officially closed three years ago. Heidelberg Materials North America, a multinational corporation that owns the cement plant, recently announced that it secured the necessary permits and a contractor to move forward with demolition. The plan is... The post Demolition begins at controversial Santa Clara County cement plant appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Deputy kills domestic violence suspect during Sacramento County chase, closing part of I-80
A pursuit of a domestic violence suspect ended with him being shot and killed by a deputy, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office.
Bay Area
Disney reveals first look at 'Dragon Striker' Season 2, confirms early 2027 premiere at Anime Expo
Go Knights! Disney's "Dragon Striker" Season 2 is slated to premiere in early 2027 and the first look was revealed at Anime Expo! ⚽🐉⚽
California
Disneyland to offer $71 tickets for Anaheim residents
Disneyland Resort has a new ticket offer for Anaheim residents starting July 16. The theme park recently launched a $59 limited-time evening ticket offer.
Culture
DistroKid Acquired by CVC Capital Partners
Terms of the deal were not disclosed, though the indie distributor was reportedly seeking a $2 billion valuation.
Culture
Dizzee Rascal Announces 2026 Australian and New Zealand Tour With Example and Arrdee
The grime icon is returning to Australia and New Zealand this November and December for the We Want Bass tour.
California
Downtown L.A. fixture PwC will move to Century City
In another blow to the struggling downtown office rental market, longtime stalwart corporate tenant PricewaterhouseCoopers has agreed to move its Los Angeles offices to Century City.
Bay Area
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has emotional reaction to live-action 'Moana'
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is stepping out of the recording booth and into the Hawaiian sun for the live-action 'Moana.'
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Andrew Stanleick Joins Gauge Capital
The beauty executive has been named managing director and operating partner.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Birkenstock Goes to the Ballet With New Repetto Collection
The three-piece collection will launch on July 16.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Burlington’s Transformation: Downsizing Stores and Growing
CEO Michael O'Sullivan said by 2028, 80 percent of the Burlington store fleet will have either been relocated, downsized, or newly opened to the smaller, more efficient format that's being rolled out.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Madison Avenue Vacancy Hits 20-year Low in Multiyear Retail Rebound
The just-released report by the Madison Avenue BID shows continued progress by America's premiere luxury venue.
California
Earthy taste, smell in Tri-Valley tap water caused by harmless seasonal compound
Residents in the Tri-Valley area may notice an earthy or musty taste and smell in their tap water, but the water remains safe to drink, according to Zone 7 Water Agency.  The temporary change is caused by geosmin, a naturally occurring organic compound that becomes more common during warm-weather algae blooms in the Sacramento-San Joaquin […] The post Earthy taste, smell in Tri-Valley tap water caused by harmless seasonal compound appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Ebola outbreak containment hampered by USAID closure, experts say
Foreign aid cuts have "demonstrably worsened" the Ebola crisis, a virologist told CNBC.
Technology
England Player Suffers ‘Serious’ Wrist Injury After Singing ‘Wonderwall’ at World Cup
Veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson tripped over an ad barrier as the England national team celebrated its victory over Mexico in the Round of 16
Culture
England Soccer Superstar Harry Kane Loses Voice Singing ‘Wonderwall’ After Epic World Cup Win, Liam Gallagher Responds
The England team progressed to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a thrilling 3-2 win over Mexico on Sunday night (July 5).
California
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
England moves on to face Norway on Saturday in Miami Gardens, Florida, for a spot in the semifinals.
Culture
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
Markets
Europe Faces Weeks of Extreme Heat as Fire and Power Risks Build
Western Europe is bracing for the summer’s third major heat wave, fueling dangerous wildfire conditions and straining power systems across the region. A high-pressure weather system is set to bring heat wave conditions this week to France, southern England and …
California
Even without birthright citizenship, Supreme Court co-signs much of Trump's immigration agenda
Recent Supreme Court decisions raise significant consequences for immigrants who have made their lives in the U.S.
Culture
Everybody Had This Manicure at Taylor Swift’s Wedding
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s star-studded wedding saw a resurgence of a minimalist nail trend. See the nail look worn by Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, Zoë Kravitz, and more.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 11:55AM MST until July 9 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 109 to 117 expected. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast California. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ Tuesday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 12:09AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 117 expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 12:09AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 115 expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 12:09AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 114 in the northern Coachella Valley expected. * WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 12:15AM MST until July 9 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 109 to 117 expected. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast and southern California. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ Tuesday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 1:17PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 114 in the northern Coachella Valley expected. * WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 1:17PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 117 expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 6 at 1:17PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 116 expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Technology
F1 in Britain: Automated software to blame for crushing expectations
Sometimes races finish behind a safety car, but it's not always satisfying.
Markets
FBI Probes Whether Alarum Unit Is Behind Co-Opted Home Devices
The FBI is investigating whether a subsidiary of the data-collection firm Alarum Technologies Ltd. had a role in linking customers’ home internet devices without their consent into a network that people can use to disguise their locations, according to documents …
Technology
FCC to end Biden-era rule that forces ISPs to list all their fees
FCC to let ISPs stop listing all passthrough fees, give single "up to" price.
News
Family of man shot by Tennessee National Guard demands release of video
The grandfather of a man shot and killed by two members of the Tennessee National Guard in Memphis says he wants answers
Technology
Fashion’s Big Supply Chain Stress Test
After months of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, fashion companies weathering the US-Iran war are reassessing supplier relationships, inventory buffers, and the true cost of resilience.
Technology
Fatal Boat Capsizing Claims Three Lives in Wisconsin’s Geneva Lake
Three people died and seven others were rescued Friday after a boat capsized in Geneva Lake as a strong storm passed through southern Wisconsin, an official said. Many injuries were reported in Wisconsin’s Walworth County after the storm toppled trees, …
California
Federal judge blocks changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
A federal judge has blocked the Federal administration from enforcing changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would have allowed the U.S. Department of Education to exclude certain government and nonprofit employers based on their activities or policies, according to attorneys representing the plaintiffs.  The ruling came in National Council of Nonprofits et […] The post Federal judge blocks changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness program appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Film Set in World’s Largest Female Exclusion Zone Among Queer Projects in Development in Karlovy Vary Spotlight
Also pitched were a buzzy body horror movie set set amid the AIDS crisis, an exploration of a pre-colonial world and the story of a gay couple wanting their love to survive war for a mix of genres and geographies at KVIFF Industry Days.
California
Fireworks! New Lakers center Walker Kessler proposed to 2025 Miss America Abbie Stockard
New Lakers center Walker Kessler proposed to his girlfriend, 2025 Miss America Abbie Stockard, on a Fourth of July outing. She said yes.
Technology
Five questions for Dr. Rubin, who’s armed with a mic and a bowtie
Bullshit is cheap but truth is expensive. Anyone with half a brain cell can post wild misinformation that goes mega viral, which wastes the time and expertise of highly trained people who feel an obligation to inform others of the truth. Today I want you to meet one of those highly-trained people, Dr. Zachary Rubin, […] Dr. Rubin’s feed Bullshit is cheap but truth is expensive. Anyone with half a brain cell can post wild misinformation that goes mega viral, which wastes the time and expertise of highly trained people who feel an obligation to inform others of the truth. Today I want you to meet one of those highly-trained people, Dr. Zachary Rubin, who works on the front lines against scientific and medical misinformation. Rubin is a pediatric allergist and immunologist and author of the book All About Allergies . He likely came across my TikTok feed because I crave anti-misinforma
Science
Former Marlborough Gallery Space in Chelsea Sells for $7.5 M.
The sale marks another chapter in the winding down of Marlborough's legacy.
Technology
Former Xbox studios Double Fine and Compulsion will keep games after going indie
Microsoft is spinning off four of its Xbox game studios - Compulsion Games, Double Fine Productions, Ninja Theory, and Undead Labs - as part of the restructuring announced today. However, two that are going independent, Double Fine and Compulsion, will get to keep their franchises and games catalogs, according to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. "Compulsion […] Microsoft is spinning off four of its Xbox game studios - Compulsion Games, Double Fine Productions, Ninja Theory, and Undead Labs - as part of the restructuring announced today. However, two that are going independent, Double Fine and Compulsion, will get to keep their franchises and games catalogs, according to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. "Compulsion Games and Double Fine Productions will return to management and transition to independent studios with their IP, catalog, and runway for their next games," Sharma says in a memo . Compulsion a
News
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa accused of fraud in $2.2M scheme
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims
Bay Area
Former officer describes finding a 'sniper pad' on nearby rooftop after Charlie Kirk assassination
A former campus police officer testified Monday that he found an apparent "sniper pad" on a rooftop near where Charlie Kirk was assassinated, as prosecutors sought to convince a state judge they have enough evidence to put a Utah man on trial for murder.
Bay Area
Fresno man rescued after six-day search in remote Pine Flat Lake area
A Fresno man who was missing for six days after a fishing trip was rescued from a remote wilderness area on Independence Day, authorities said.
Bay Area
Fresno, California man Rondy Packard Sr. rescued after 6-day search in remote Pine Flat Lake area
Fresno, California man Rondy Packard Sr. was rescued after a 6-day search in the remote Pine Flat Lake area.
Culture
From Wimbledon to World Cup Warm-Ups, These Are the Buzziest Parties of the Summer Sports Season
The summer sports season is officially in session! Wimbledon is heating up as the annual British tennis tournament moves from the qualifiers to the main competition, while this year’s epic FIFA World Cup, taking place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, continues apace. Here, find Vogue’s roundup of all the starriest—and most stylish—sports parties of the season.
Technology
Fugazi Definitely Did Not Do a Brand Collab With Vans
An exec for the shoe company apologized after its collaboration with a streetwear brand, also named Fugazi, was confused for a partnership with the famously anti-consumerist punk band
Technology
George Clooney to be Honored With Venice Golden Lion
Clooney is a Venice regular, having premiered such films as 'Jay Kelly,' 'Gravity,' and 'Good Night, and Good Luck' on the Lido.
Bay Area
Gilroy, Morgan Hill decline to join lawsuit over planned Santa Clara County ICE facility
ADVOCATES CAMPAIGNING AGAINST a planned ICE facility in South County are expressing disappointment after two nearby cities decided not to throw their support behind a lawsuit challenging the project. Multiple city and county governments across the Bay Area and beyond have signed onto an amicus brief in support of the case filed last month by Santa Clara County […] The post Gilroy, Morgan Hill decline to join lawsuit over planned Santa Clara County ICE facility appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Glendale opens applications for rental assistance
The temporary financial support is designed as a homeless prevention program for the city.
Technology
Global stocks may be headed for a summer swoon. Why AI won’t be the only story that matters, JPMorgan says
Strategists at the investment bank outlined five key drivers for global equities in the months ahead
Culture
GmbH Berlin Spring 2027
GmbH Berlin Spring 2027
Technology
Google Loses Fight Against Record €4.1 Billion EU Antitrust Fine
Alphabet’s Google on Thursday lost its long-running fight against a record EU antitrust fine for using its Android mobile operating system to block rivals, a court ruling which is seen as likely to boost Europe’s crackdown on Big Tech. The …
California
Governor Newsom announces $12.5 million in community emergency preparedness to help Californians get “Ready” for the next disaster
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California
Gunman opens fire at Mexico soccer celebration in East L.A.; 4 wounded
Four people were wounded by gunfire in East L.A. during post-game partying on Whittier Boulevard after the England-Mexico soccer match
Culture
Gustavo Dudamel & the LA Phil to Host Benefit Concert for Venezuela: ‘We’ll Help Our Country Heal and Rebuild’
The forthcoming concert is in response to the devastating twin earthquakes that struck the country on June 24.
California
Gustavo Dudamel's final Hollywood Bowl concert will benefit Venezuela after earthquakes
After 17 years with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, departing music and artistic director Gustavo Dudamel will play a final benefit concert for Venezuela at the Hollywood Bowl on Aug. 23.
News
Hamas says it has dissolved its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
It was unclear if the move, announced by a lower-level official, would lead to any meaningful change on the ground.
Technology
Harry Styles Breaks World Record as 12-Night Run at Wembley Comes to Emotional End
Styles paid tribute to his former One Direction bandmates while on stage at the historic London venue, telling 80,000+ fans: "I wouldn't be here without [them]."
Technology
Harry Styles’ Sister Gemma Paid Tribute to Singer During Final Night of Historic Wembley Residency: ‘I’m So Proud of Who You Are’
Saturday night's (July 4) set also had an onstage Pride celebration featuring a parade of drag queens and kings.
Technology
Harry Styles’ ‘Together, Together’ Residency Sets New Guinness World Record
The pop star’s 12-show run at Wembley is now the the longest residency by a musician at the famed London stadium
California
Heat Advisory issued July 6 at 11:17AM PDT until July 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures from 90 to around 100 expected...except up to 105 across the warmest mountains and interior valleys of San Luis Obispo county. * WHERE...Interior mountains of Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties as well as the San Fernando, San Gabriel, Santa Clarita, Cuyama and San Luis Obispo interior valleys. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The warmest temperatures with this event are expected to occur Wednesday and Thursday afternoons with only a very modest cool down Friday providing little relief. Temperatures are expected to cool down slightly more over the weekend, but remain above normal into the following week.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 6 at 11:17AM PDT until July 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 90 expected. * WHERE...Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The warmest temperatures with this event are expected to occur Wednesday and Thursday afternoons with only a very modest cool down Friday providing little relief. Temperatures are expected to cool down slightly more over the weekend, but remain above normal into the following week.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 6 at 12:09AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 102 expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 6 at 1:17PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 102 expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Markets
Hellman & Friedman’s Hub International Seeks $3 Billion in IPO
Insurance broker Hub International Holdings Inc. is seeking to raise about $3 billion in its initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter. The Hellman & Friedman-backed company is targeting going public as soon as this year, some …
Technology
Here's how SpaceX's Nasdaq-100 inclusion might affect options pricing
About half-a-million SpaceX options traded by midday Monday, a little below the average since inception.
Technology
Hoto’s PixelDrive screwdriver is down to $60, matching its best price
If your Prime Day purchases included a new desk, TV stand, bookshelf, or other furniture you still haven’t assembled, Hoto’s PixelDrive cordless screwdriver can help speed up the process. It’s currently on sale for $59.99 ($20 off) at Amazon, matching its best price to date.  From tightening loose screws on furniture to repairing electronics, the […] If your Prime Day purchases included a new desk, TV stand, bookshelf, or other furniture you still haven’t assembled, Hoto’s PixelDrive cordless screwdriver can help speed up the process. It’s currently on sale for $59.99 ($20 off) at Amazon , matching its best price to date. Hoto PixelDrive Cordless Screwdriver Hoto’s latest electric screwdriver delivers an adjustable 6Nm of torque, along with a built-in pixelated display that lets you check the battery life and other info. Where to Buy:
California
Hours of chaos, vandalism in Newport Beach: Are viral social media posts to blame?
Newport Beach's Balboa Peninsula neighborhood became a scene of chaos Saturday night after hundreds of teens and young adults showed up at the beach unexpectedly.
Technology
How Did Xbox Get Here?
In an effort to save the one-time industry leader, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma on Monday announced 3,200 layoffs and the divestiture of four studios.
Technology
How Shakira’s FIFA World Cup Looks Came to Life: Wardrobe Stylist Renee Old Explains
Old designed the viral Colombian jersey top that Shakira wore in her and Burna Boy's "Dai Dai" music video. Meet July's "Star Behind the Stars," below.
Bay Area
How Trump made more than $1 billion on crypto when most of his coin's investors lost money
Even as $TRUMP memecoin investors lost money, Trump reaped the rewards.
Markets
How parents can take advantage of the ‘best summer-camp tax break in years’
For many kids, summer means camp. For many of their parents, that means financial juggling to pay for those camp experiences.
Technology
How the Sky-ITV Deal Will Transform British Broadcasting
The acquisition — which will combine the U.K.'s biggest free-to-air commercial networks with its biggest pay-TV network — will see another British public service broadcaster come under U.S. ownership.
California
Humans, machines or nothing: Case will decide future of California court transcripts
California's Supreme Court will decide whether to allow electronic recordings of most civil court proceedings. A ruling in favor could fix a crisis but have unintended consequences.
Culture
I Love Knowing Nothing About Julia Roberts and Her Husband
When you’ve already done the It-Couple thing, maybe it’s more satisfying to enjoy your privacy—with a few well-timed selfies to remind us how well you’re aging.
Technology
I spy
I've long argued that Hollywood has simultaneously set and ruined our expectations for smart glasses. But after binge-watching two seasons of Netflix's A Man on the Inside, this is perhaps the first time I've seen Hollywood, perhaps inadvertently, illustrate the biggest cultural problem with smart glasses as they stand today. In a nutshell, Ted Danson […] I’m just doing my job, but turns out, it feels lousy holding other people’s privacy in your hands. I've long argued that Hollywood has simultaneously set and ruined our expectations for smart glasses . But after binge-watching two seasons of Netflix's A Man on the Inside , this is perhaps the first time I've seen Hollywood, perhaps inadvertently, illustrate the biggest cultural problem with smart glasses as they stand today. In a nutshell, Ted Danson plays Charles Nieuwendyk, an elderly widower who finds a new purpose working for
Technology
ICYMI: All the Details We Know From Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding
Totally makes sense if it passed you by, but we do know a bit about the intimate gathering at the 20,000 capacity arena where a noted singer-songwriter and professional football player tied the knot
Technology
ITV Braces for “Thorough and Comprehensive” Antitrust Review of Sky Takeover
Comcast-owned Sky has closed a deal to buy the U.K.'s leading free-TV network for $2.1 B. ITV argues the mega-merger is needed to compete with the likes of Netflix and YouTube.
Markets
If the stock market’s double bubble bursts, it could usher in the next crash
While valuations still look extreme relative to history, the recent pace of corporate earnings growth has also meaningfully diverged from the long-term trend.
California
In California Governor’s Race, Voters Face Stark Choice on Immigrant Healthcare
California’s next governor will face tough decisions on a highly controversial piece of healthcare policy: what to do about health coverage for the more than 1.4 million low-income residents without legal status. Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton present starkly different choices as public opinion wavers.
Bay Area
In San Francisco’s hot-again office market, you need a glow-up to succeed
Landlords who were able to invest in their buildings are cashing in. Those who couldn’t are still waiting.
Culture
Inside Jewelry’s Brightest Summer Yet
Jewelry continues its upward trajectory by doubling down on craftsmanship and staging exhibitions with deeper cultural messages.
Technology
Inside the big business of the creator economy, with the agents making it happen
We’ve got another special episode of Decoder today, recorded at the Cannes Lions advertising festival in the South of France. I’m talking with Ali Berman and Raina Penchansky, who run the Creators division at United Talent Agency. UTA is an enormous talent agency. Half the people you’ve ever heard speak or perform or who show […] We’ve got another special episode of Decoder today, recorded at the Cannes Lions advertising festival in the South of France. I’m talking with Ali Berman and Raina Penchansky, who run the Creators division at United Talent Agency. UTA is an enormous talent agency. Half the people you’ve ever heard speak or perform or who show up anywhere have UTA agents representing them. For full disclosure, that includes me! UTA handled the sale of the forthcoming Decoder book. Which means I paid them money, making this a reverse conflict of interest. Now you know. Anyho
Markets
Insurers Avoid €580 Million Hit From Nord Stream Pipeline Blasts
The insurers of the Nord Stream pipelines don’t have to pay €580 million ($662 million) after a judge ruled that the sabotage of the pipes bringing Russian gas into Europe was the consequence of the war in Ukraine. Nord Stream …
Culture
Ioannes Berlin Spring 2027
Ioannes Berlin Spring 2027
Culture
Iris van Herpen Fall 2026 Couture
Iris van Herpen Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
Is AI ready to take over your prescriptions? Doctors are wary of Utah's automated refill program
An AI program in the state of Utah has sparked a vigorous debate about the role of the technology in health care
Technology
Is There Symbolism Behind Bad Bunny’s Hair-Raising Tie?
The Puerto Rican rapper took a daring fashion risk at the Schiaparelli couture show.
California
It’s free to visit charming Marin Art and Garden Center in Ross
The Bay Area is full of gardens to explore, especially amid the blooming foliage of spring and summer. One small garden worth a visit is the Marin Art and Garden Center in the town of Ross.  “We’re a beautiful 11-acre garden in the middle of Marin County,” says Audrey Shapiro, director of events and programs.  The nonprofit garden center, […] The post It’s free to visit charming Marin Art and Garden Center in Ross appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Jackie and Shadow fled during Big Bear fireworks but returned to nest and eaglets the next day
Fireworks can frighten animals and send them scattering, but Jackie and Shadow's eaglets apparently are made of sterner stuff.
Markets
Japan-Linked Ships Escaping Hormuz in Convoy Through Iran Route
At least eight ships controlled by Japan’s Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd. are heading out of the Strait of Hormuz using a route close to Iran, including some of the last trapped oil tankers to exit the waterway. The vessels include …
Culture
Jewelry Heist at French Decorative Arts Museum Is Latest in Spate of Thefts
Over $4 million worth of jewelry was stolen.
Culture
Jonathan Anderson Takes Inspiration from Sculptor Lynda Benglis for Dior’s Latest Haute Couture Collection
The artist's approach to knotting in her sculptures and her embellishments in another work are translated into garments.
Bay Area
Judge dismisses attempted murder charges against Bay Area man accused of driving family off cliff
More than three years after a radiologist was accused of intentionally driving his family off of Devil's Slide, a judge dismissed the criminal charges against him, according to our partners at the Bay Area News Group.
Bay Area
Judge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardrooms
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s dozens of private gambling halls can continue offering blackjack and other table games after a San Francisco judge ruled last week that Attorney General Rob Bonta overstepped when he tried to ban them. San Francisco Superior Court Judge Richard Darwin ruled that […]
Bay Area
Judge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardrooms
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s dozens of private gambling halls can continue offering blackjack and other table games after a San Francisco judge ruled last week that Attorney General Rob Bonta overstepped when he tried to ban them. San Francisco Superior Court Judge Richard Darwin ruled that […]
California
Judge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardrooms
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s dozens of private gambling halls can continue offering blackjack and other table games after a San Francisco judge ruled last week that Attorney General Rob Bonta overstepped when he tried to ban them. San Francisco Superior Court Judge Richard Darwin ruled that […]
California
Judge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardrooms
California’s tribal casinos found an ally in Attorney General Rob Bonta who sought to ban blackjack at private cardrooms, but a judge ruled Bonta overstepped his authority.
California
Judge rejects California tribes’ latest attempt to kill blackjack at cardrooms
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s dozens of private gambling halls can continue offering blackjack and other table games after a San Francisco judge ruled last week that Attorney General Rob Bonta overstepped when he tried to ban them. San Francisco Superior Court Judge Richard Darwin ruled that […]
Technology
Julia Garner to Star in Apple TV True Crime Series ‘Guilty Creatures’ From Craig Gillespie, Stuart Zicherman
Julia Garner is attached to star in an Apple TV adaptation of the Mikita Brottman true crime book “Guilty Creatures: Sex, God, and Murder in Tallahassee, Florida,” Variety has learned. The logline for the series states that it “delves into the psyche of a torrid romance and subsequent act of murder between two young, adulterous […]
Culture
Julie de Libran Fall 2026 Couture
Julie de Libran Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
Julie de Libran Fall 2026 Couture: Motion Approved
The designer's lineup was all about moving and catching the light as you do so.
News
July in your Peninsula garden: 5 things to watch this month
Summer gardens are in full swing, but July also brings a few seasonal challenges. From bee swarms to bolting lettuce, here’s what to keep an eye on this month.
Bay Area
July in your Peninsula garden: 5 things to watch this month
Summer gardens are in full swing, but July also brings a few seasonal challenges. From bee swarms to bolting lettuce, here’s what to keep an eye on this month.
News
July in your Peninsula garden: 5 things to watch this month
Summer gardens are in full swing, but July also brings a few seasonal challenges. From bee swarms to bolting lettuce, here’s what to keep an eye on this month.
Bay Area
July in your Peninsula garden: 5 things to watch this month
Summer gardens are in full swing, but July also brings a few seasonal challenges. From bee swarms to bolting lettuce, here’s what to keep an eye on this month.
Technology
Justice Department Reaches Proposed Settlement with Willow Bridge, One of America’s Largest Landlords, to Resolve Information Sharing and Algorithmic Coordination Claims
The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division filed a proposed settlement today to resolve the United States’ claims against Willow Bridge Property Company LLC, as part of its ongoing enforcement action in the Middle District of North Carolina against algorithmic coordination, the use of competitors’ competitively sensitive data, and other anticompetitive practices in rental markets across the country. Today’s proposed settlement builds on the Justice Department’s success in obtaining proposed settlements in the same enforcement action against RealPage Inc. and three other large landlords, Cortland Management LLC, Greystar Management Services LLC, and LivCor LLC.
California
K-9 killed after fireworks scare sends it running into traffic in Central California
The K-9 was named Santi, he was a 5-year-old Belgian Malinois and had been with the Fresno County Sheriff's Office for four years.
Technology
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid Shares Adam Sandler’s Advice to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
“In a simple, hysterical way, he was phenomenal,” Reid said of Sandler.
Technology
Katalyst's satellite rescue mission is now in pursuit of NASA's Swift
It will take several weeks for the Link spacecraft to rendezvous with NASA's Swift observatory.
Technology
Kevin Costner’s ‘Dances With Wolves’ Restored Extended Director’s Cut to Premiere at Locarno
Films from Studio Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata and Roger Corman will also screen as the Swiss fest keeps putting a spotlight on "cinema of the past with an eye to the new generations and the audiences of tomorrow."
Culture
Kevin Herring Steps Down as Co-President at Triple Tigers Records
Herring will continue serving as a strategic advisor for the label.
Technology
Klarna seeks U.S. bank charter in latest push beyond buy now, pay later
Klarna joins a wave of fintech and crypto firms seeking entry to the traditional banking system.
Technology
Kremlin suspected of flying drones over Europe using Russian shadow fleet
Drone intruders that possibly flew from Russian ships showed Europe isn’t ready.
California
LA's best new taco wants to be the next In-N-Out
Obsessive sourcing, a tight menu, USDA Prime over mesquite — and a $7 taco. Inside the most ambitious new taco stand in L.A.
Technology
LVMH Métiers d’Excellence Reveals Finalists of Bulgari-supported Fourth Edition
The nine finalists cover artisanal fields as diverse as millinery, puppet-making, light sculpture, textile making and fashion design.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 5 at 7:31PM PDT until July 6 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 Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 6 at 3:46AM PDT until July 6 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 this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lake Wind Advisory issued July 6 at 9:50AM PDT until July 7 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Bay Area
Las escuelas de California son las más segregadas del país, a pesar de los programas voluntarios de transporte escolar
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Comentario de invitado escrito por Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan cursa el último año de secundaria en Menlo-Atherton High School, en el condado de San Mateo. California tiene el sistema escolar más segregado de […]
California
Las escuelas de California son las más segregadas del país, a pesar de los programas voluntarios de transporte escolar
Tras décadas de desegregación voluntaria, las escuelas de California se han vuelto más segregadas, no menos. Los límites de los distritos escolares son una de las principales razones.
California
Las escuelas de California son las más segregadas del país, a pesar de los programas voluntarios de transporte escolar
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Comentario de invitado escrito por Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan cursa el último año de secundaria en Menlo-Atherton High School, en el condado de San Mateo. California tiene el sistema escolar más segregado de […]
Bay Area
Las escuelas de California son las más segregadas del país, a pesar de los programas voluntarios de transporte escolar
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Comentario de invitado escrito por Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan cursa el último año de secundaria en Menlo-Atherton High School, en el condado de San Mateo. California tiene el sistema escolar más segregado de […]
California
Las escuelas de California son las más segregadas del país, a pesar de los programas voluntarios de transporte escolar
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Comentario de invitado escrito por Vesta Kassayan Vesta Kassayan cursa el último año de secundaria en Menlo-Atherton High School, en el condado de San Mateo. California tiene el sistema escolar más segregado de […]
Technology
Lauren Bennett, G.R.L. Member and Singer on LMFAO’s ‘Party Rock Anthem,’ Dead at 37
Members of the group G.R.L. said, “We will forever cherish the love, laughter, and countless memories she gave us”
Culture
Lauren Bennett, ‘Party Rock Anthem’ Singer & G.R.L. Member, Dead at 37
“We cannot express how much she meant to us,” the surviving members said in a statement.
Culture
Lauren Bennett’s Biggest Chart Hits, From ‘Party Rock Anthem’ to G.R.L.
The late singer is known for collaborations with LMFAO and Pitbull, as well as her time with the groups Paradiso Girls and G.R.L.
Technology
Lauryn Ajufo to Lead Revival of Michaela Coel’s Landmark Debut Play ‘Chewing Gum Dreams’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Lauryn Ajufo, the British actress who landed a British Independent Film Award nomination for “Boiling Point,” is set to step into the role that first launched Michaela Coel’s career in an upcoming revival of Coel’s landmark semi-autobiographical one-woman debut play. “Chewing Gum Dreams,” originally developed by Coel as her final-year show at the Guildhall School […]
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Lionel Richie 'doing well' after hitting pause on tour for unspecified health issue
Lionel Richie seems to be moving past the unspecified health issue that prompted him to postpone a pair of shows on his summer tour with Earth, Wind & Fire. 'I'm doing well,' he says.
Technology
Lockheed Martin to buy naval defense firm Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion
Ultra is owned by private equity firm Advent International, and specialises in anti-submarine technology.
California
Long Beach will soon start planning budget cuts. Here’s how you can weigh in
A proposed city budget — with expected reductions — will be revealed soon. Then you can give your opinion during a series of hearings and meetings.
Technology
Loro Piana’s Fall 2026 Campaign Celebrates Arts at Houston’s Menil Collection
The Italian luxury brand is also supporting the institution, including the Rothko Chapel.
Technology
Lymphatic Drainage Massage, the French-Girl Way
Experts explain the lymphatic system and how to keep it moving all summer long.
Culture
Magda Butrym Resort 2027
Magda Butrym Resort 2027
Bay Area
Man completes journey to all 14 presidential museums at Obama Presidential Center in Chicago
A traveler who spent nearly a decade visiting every presidential museum in the United States completed his journey at the Obama Presidential Center, achieving a goal he set as part of a broader effort to explore the country's history ahead of America's 250th birthday.
Culture
Marke Berlin Spring 2027
Marke Berlin Spring 2027
Technology
Meta’s woes deepen in India as child abuse ads on Instagram draw government ire
U.S. social media giant Meta is facing an onslaught of regulatory scrutiny in India, which has the largest user base for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.
Technology
Mexico vs. England Kickoff Delayed: When and Where to Watch the World Cup Match Live Online
The Round of 16 matchup will be held at Mexico City Stadium on Sunday, July 5.
Technology
Micron’s stock gains, signaling a ‘return to optimism’ about the chip sector
Investors are looking forward to Samsung’s earnings and SK Hynix’s ADR listing, experts say.
Technology
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, as Xbox unit downsizes and plans to spin off four gaming studios
Microsoft is cutting jobs in its commercial business and its Xbox gaming group, where revenue has been shrinking.
Technology
Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many at Xbox in a 'reset' of its gaming division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division
Technology
Microsoft is laying off 4,800 employees
A year after cutting around 9,100 employees, Microsoft is making further layoffs today as it begins its new financial year. The software maker is laying off around 4,800 employees today, approximately 2.1 percent of its workforce. Most of the employees affected by today's cuts are in Microsoft's commercial sales business or the company's Xbox division. […] Satya Nadella in February 2026. | Photo by Sven Hoppe / picture alliance via Getty Images A year after cutting around 9,100 employees , Microsoft is making further layoffs today as it begins its new financial year. The software maker is laying off around 4,800 employees today, approximately 2.1 percent of its workforce. Most of the employees affected by today's cuts are in Microsoft's commercial sales business or the company's Xbox division. In an internal memo to employees, Amy Coleman, executive vice president and Microsoft's c
Technology
Microsoft is selling off four Xbox studios as part of significant gaming cuts
Microsoft is laying off 4,800 employees today, and more than 30 percent of the job losses are in the company's Xbox division. The significant gaming cuts will affect nearly every part of Xbox and also involve four game studios being spun off to be run independently from Microsoft. Today's layoffs, which are being described as […] Xbox CEO Asha Sharma at the Bloomberg Tech conference in June 2026. | Bloomberg via Getty Images Microsoft is laying off 4,800 employees today , and more than 30 percent of the job losses are in the company's Xbox division. The significant gaming cuts will affect nearly every part of Xbox and also involve four game studios being spun off to be run independently from Microsoft. Today's layoffs, which are being described as an Xbox "reset" moment , will impact around 1,600 Xbox employees, according to an internal memo from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. The cuts won'
California
Monday’s Your Last Chance for a Free Pass to all State Historic Parks (Just Don’t Miss the Deadline)
An annual pass that’s usually $50 is free to download — but only through July 6.
Technology
Moritz de Hadeln, Swiss Director Known as “Mr. Film Festival,” Dies at 85
The prolific film festival director was best known for his stints in charge of Locarno, Berlin and Venice, where he ushered the likes of 'Rain Man' and 'Magnolia' into the world.
News
Mourners throng funeral procession in Tehran for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Mourners dressed in black have flooded into Iran’s capital for a procession as part of the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
California
Movies: Symphonic scores, African stories, gallerists’ favorites, Julia Carmen films, ‘Mary Oliver,’ ‘Romeria’
Special series featuring film scores, cinema from the African diaspora and a festival curated by movie-loving visual artists are happening this week.  The San Francisco Symphony celebrates the art and expressiveness of movie music in three programs in its Summer With the Symphony series. On Thursday and Friday in Davies Symphony Hall, 1961’s “West Side […] The post Movies: Symphonic scores, African stories, gallerists’ favorites, Julia Carmen films, ‘Mary Oliver,’ ‘Romeria’ appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Muhammad Ali Series ‘The Greatest’ Sets November Release Date, First Look (TV News Roundup)
The Muhammad Ali series “The Greatest” will premiere Wednesday, November 4 on Prime Video, with widow Lonnie Ali executive producing the first authorized scripted series about Ali’s life. Helming from showrunner Ben Watkins (“Cross”) and Michael B. Jordan’s banner Outlier Society, the new series follows Cassius Clay/Ali’s (Jaalen Best) journey from boxing champion to humanitarian. […]
Markets
Murdaugh’s Saga Continues With New Trial Date Set for April 5
Alex Murdaugh was back in court Monday on charges he killed his wife and son, appearing silently at a pretrial hearing that was mostly short on substance but long on spectacle as the true crime sensation continues to captivate. Murdaugh’s …
News
NATO chief demands allies present credible plans to reach defense spending targets
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Monday demanded that members put forward "clear, concrete and credible plans" to reach the organization's defense spending targets at its annual summit in Ankara.
Technology
NATO tensions are ‘growing pains,’ U.S. ambassador says as Trump presses allies
U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said NATO's allies boosting defense spending under pressure from Trump reflects “growing pains,” not a crisis.
Technology
NRC is (sort of) getting rid of "as low as reasonably achievable" standard
Its issues with current nuclear safety standards are termed semantic, not physical.
California
New FireSat satellites promise faster wildfire detection over California and beyond
A trio of satellites set to launch early Tuesday will give wildland firefighters more time to respond and scientists more information about fire-prone regions across the globe.
Technology
New Medicaid Work Rule Means More Opportunities To Lose Coverage
A work requirement is coming to Medicaid. Sam Whitehead tells WAMU’s “Health Hub” how to keep your coverage — and who’s exempt from the new rule.
Technology
New York City Investigating Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak on Upper East Side
The New York City Health Department is investigating a cluster of 18 cases of Legionnaires’ disease in the Upper East Side neighborhoods of Carnegie Hill and Yorkville. The city reports there have been no deaths associated with this cluster. Legionnaires’ …
News
News Wrap: Funeral held for Iran's late Supreme Leader
In our news wrap Monday, hundreds of thousands attended a funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Hamas dissolved its government in Gaza as it prepares to transfer power, officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say more than 500 people have died in the Ebola outbreak and Cuba was hit by a blackout as the nation struggles with an ongoing energy crisis.
Technology
Nigerian-Australian Model Accuses Fashion Retailer of Using AI To Alter Features
Elii Emeghebo said the company used AI to alter his features, including lightening his skin tone.
Technology
Nike Brings a Luxe Croc Treatment to One of Its Classic Air Max Sneakers
The textured leather is one of several forms of the material to take over the leather.
Technology
Nintendo will stop selling the original Switch in Europe next year
Nintendo is making a new version of the Switch 2 with a replaceable battery in Europe - but its predecessor has a very different future. As part of an updated FAQ about revisions to Nintendo hardware in Europe, the company confirmed that it will stop selling all iterations of the original Switch on the continent […] Nintendo is making a new version of the Switch 2 with a replaceable battery in Europe - but its predecessor has a very different future. As part of an updated FAQ about revisions to Nintendo hardware in Europe, the company confirmed that it will stop selling all iterations of the original Switch on the continent starting next year. Here's the full statement: From mid-February 2027, almost ten years after Nintendo Switch launched in March 2017, Nintendo will no longer sell to retailers hardware in the Nintendo Switch family of systems - specifically Nintendo Switch, Nint
Technology
Nvidia's next-gen AI rack system delayed to 2028 on manufacturing snags, SemiAnalysis says
The reported delay adds to concerns that Nvidia's breakneck annual release cadence is colliding with manufacturing limits.
Technology
Nylon Hosts Fourth of July Celebration at The Surf Lodge With Snoop Dogg
Guests included Millie Bobby Brown, Bethenny Frankel, Alix Earle and Eiza González, among others.
Science
Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year, new federal data shows
States across the country saw steep drops in the number of people covered by the Affordable Care Act over the past year, according to new federal data.
Bay Area
Obituaries: Local residents who died recently
Local residents who died recently include David Luenberger, Brian Goncher and Leanne Giles.
News
Ohio police officer fatally shot responding to 911 gunshots call, suspect and 2 others also dead
A police officer responding to a 911 call about gunshots at an Ohio home has been fatally shot
Culture
On the Podcast: Vogue Editors on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Epic MSG Wedding
In case you missed it, Taylor Swift, America’s biggest pop star, tied the knot with football player Travis Kelce over the holiday weekend. In today’s special episode of “The Run-Through,” three Vogue staffers discuss the wedding of the year.
California
Orange County real estate investor pleads not guilty in $100-million bank fraud case
Mahender Makhijani, who was ordered to pay $1.34 billion in a Laguna Beach real estate arbitration, pleaded not guilty Monday to federal bank fraud charges in a separate criminal case.
Technology
Orbital Studios Moving to Television City Lot – Film News in Brief
Orbital Studios has relocated its LED walls to Television City, the former CBS studio on Los Angeles’ Fairfax Avenue. The virtual production company moved its headquarters from the L.A. Arts District to the historic lot once home to “The Carol Burnett Show” and “The Price Is Right.” The move provides LED volume possibilities for Television […]
Technology
Oregon Estate Sale’s $45 Chinese Paintings Could Be Worth Millions, Lawsuit Claims
The suit argues that the paintings may be worth hundreds of thousands—or even millions—of dollars.
Bay Area
Over 400 people arrested during chaos at Newport Beach July 4th celebrations, police say
The chaos at Newport Beach in Southern California included fireworks, blocked roads, fights and the looting of a grocery store. Police said people launched fireworks into crowds and directly at police officers.
California
Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu partially reopens after car crash
Pacific Coast Highway was blocked off for hours Monday after an early-morning hit-and-run crash into a pole.
Technology
Pacsun’s New Low Rise Jean Become Its Fastest-Growing Denim Silhouette
The Kaia has a fitted top block and wide leg.
Culture
Paris Couture Week Cheat Sheet: Fall/Winter 2026
Couture debuts at Balenciaga and Jean Paul Gaultier, alongside the week’s regular fixtures, make for a strong slate of shows in the French capital.
Bay Area
Paz-Cedillos: Joy is an act of belonging
I’ve been thinking a lot about joy over the past few weeks. Not because there has been an abundance of it, but because it has felt increasingly hard to come by. For many immigrant families, the past several months have been marked by uncertainty. Increased ICE activity, heated political rhetoric and the recent debate surrounding... The post Paz-Cedillos: Joy is an act of belonging appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
People Moves: AIG Nabs Aon’s Williams for New Client, Broker Relationships Role
American International Group (AIG) said it has hire Christine Williams to be head of global client and broker relationships. Williams will begin this new role at AIG on Sept. 1 and report to Jon Hancock, CEO of AIG’s General Insurance …
Markets
People Moves: Shepherd Insurance Names Hill as CIO
Shepherd Insurance announced the appointment of Collin Hill as the company’s first-ever chief information officer (CIO), a new leadership role created to support Shepherd’s continued growth and commitment to operational excellence. Hill brings more than two decades of technology and …
Science
Pete Seeger’s Clearwater Sloop Ousted From NYC July 4 Parade of Tall Ships for ‘Political’ Banners Supporting Clean Water & Climate Solutions
The boat is the flagship of one of the nation's oldest environmental organizations with its roots in music.
Technology
Pickles glow when you plug them in. Science explains why
A scientist, a jar of pickles and a power strip walk into a room. The punchline involves physics, glowing condiments and a scientific party trick.
Technology
Portrait of Spanish Count-Duke Is Newly Attributed to Velázquez by Detroit Institute of Arts Director
The painting is owned by a private collection and its existence was first revealed in 1970.
Technology
President Trump Praises ‘Hot’ Nicki Minaj at Presidential Luncheon: ‘A Great Friend… of Common Sense’
Minaj was in attendance for Trump's Rose Garden Club Lunch.
California
Private Prison Company Sells Two of California’s Immigrant Detention Centers to the Federal Government
Private prison company CoreCivic will continue operating two large ICE detention centers in California after selling the properties to the Department of Homeland Security.
Bay Area
Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The private prison company CoreCivic has sold two of the largest immigration detention facilities in California to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in a deal worth $1.5 billion, the company announced Monday. CoreCivic said it anticipates that the sale of the Otay […]
California
Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
Private prison company CoreCivic will continue operating two large ICE detention centers in California after selling the properties to the Department of Homeland Security.
Bay Area
Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The private prison company CoreCivic has sold two of the largest immigration detention facilities in California to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in a deal worth $1.5 billion, the company announced Monday. CoreCivic said it anticipates that the sale of the Otay […]
California
Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The private prison company CoreCivic has sold two of the largest immigration detention facilities in California to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in a deal worth $1.5 billion, the company announced Monday. CoreCivic said it anticipates that the sale of the Otay […]
California
Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The private prison company CoreCivic has sold two of the largest immigration detention facilities in California to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in a deal worth $1.5 billion, the company announced Monday. CoreCivic said it anticipates that the sale of the Otay […]
Technology
Production Assistants on ‘Chicago Fire’ and ‘Chicago Med’ Ratify Union Contract
Production assistants on “Chicago Fire” and “Chicago Med” have voted to ratify their first union contract, as part of a broader unionization campaign for P.A.’s. The deal covers 26 employees at “Chicago Med” and 35 at “Chicago Fire,” both of which are produced by Universal Television. The workers will be represented by LIUNA Local 724, […]
Markets
Quest Education L.L.C.; Daniel Blue; David Christopher White; Keitoh Jordan Spears
Quest Education L.L.C.; Daniel Blue; David Christopher White; Keitoh Jordan Spears
Technology
Rahul Mishra Fall 2026 Couture: Divine Beauty
This was the designer’s most India-inspired collection.
California
Ramp, lane closures scheduled nightly on U.S. 101 in Marin County
Some lanes of U.S. Highway 101 in Marin County, both northbound and southbound, will be closed for roadway improvements from Sunday night through the morning of July 10, Caltrans said. Northbound closures will be from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. the next morning, while southbound closures will be from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., the […] The post Ramp, lane closures scheduled nightly on U.S. 101 in Marin County appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Rebounds for AI stocks lift US indexes
A rebound for AI stocks is helping to support Wall Street and keeping indexes mixed
Technology
Record heat, crowds drive offseason boom in international travel
Airlines are extending flight schedules to maximize on lucrative international travel.
News
Redwood City receives $4.5M state grant for public safety, youth programs
Redwood City has received a $4.5 million state grant to support public safety efforts and expand youth prevention, intervention and diversion programs, the city said.
Culture
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Take Drastically Different Approaches to Summer-in-the-City Style
The pair braved New York’s sweltering heat for a joyride in a red-hot Ferrari. But where Rihanna dressed for the holiday weekend, A$AP Rocky kept things business as usual.
Technology
Ringo Starr Announces East Coast Tour
The All-Starr band is hitting the road this fall
Technology
Rivian, Tesla and the 'Holly Index': How to trade the new EV Main Street battle
Mike Khouw gives a trade on Rivian and Tesla, informed by his wife's recent auto purchase.
Bay Area
SF police in riot gear crack down on 4th of July illegal fireworks shows: 'It was crazy'
Fourth of July was especially loud and explosive in San Francisco's Mission District. Block after block hosted impromptu illegal firework shows. San Francisco police officers were seen wearing riot gear as they closed streets after 10 p.m., dispersing hundreds of people.
Technology
Sabrina Carpenter Leads Dior’s Front Row Heels With Bows, Orchids and Painted Flowers
Carpenter was joined by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Parker Posey and more stars in bows and blooms.
Bay Area
San Francisco’s Fireworks Show Lights Up Karl the Fog for America’s 250th
Attendees said the Fourth of July spectacle, celebrating the nation’s and the city’s birthdays, was a success, despite limited visibility.
California
San José at a Stalemate With Its Largest City Employee Union
The city will enter mediation with unions representing librarians, code inspectors and architects after two labor contracts expired. Without a deal, the unions could take a strike vote.
Technology
Sarajevo’s CineLink Reveals Lineups of Co-Production Market and Drama Sections, Partners With Cannes’ Critics’ Week
CineLink, the industry program of Sarajevo Film Festival, has completed the lineups for the Co-Production Market and CineLink Drama sections. It has also announced a new €10,000 ($11,400) award and a partnership with Cannes’ Critics’ Week. The final selections comprise 16 feature film projects and eight drama series projects, with women directing or co-directing nine […]
Culture
Schiaparelli Fall 2026 Couture
Schiaparelli Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
Schiaparelli Fall 2026 Couture: Squid Game
Daniel Roseberry's aquatic-inspired creations spoke to an era of fake images, body transformation and extreme red carpet dressing.
Technology
Secret Claude tracker shocks users after Anthropic’s anti-surveillance stance
Anthropic accused of spying on users; engineer says “experiment” is over.
Culture
Shakira Teams With FIFA To Earmark $500,000 to Support Earthquake Relief in Venezuela
The funds will go to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, providing educational intervention for the children affected by the recent quakes.
Bay Area
Sheriff's office K-9 killed in hit-and-run after being spooked by fireworks
An off-duty sheriff's office K-9 has died after running from fireworks and getting hit by a vehicle.
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. Last week’s decision brought relief to many, but advocates said the fight over birthright citizenship is far from over.
Technology
Sky to Buy ITV’s Media Arm for Up to $2.1 Billion: ‘This Is a Defining Moment for British Media’
It’s finally official. Comcast-owned U.K. pay-TV operator Sky has agreed to acquire ITV’s Media and Entertainment business for total consideration of up to £1.6 billion ($2.14 billion). The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2027, will separate ITV Studios into a standalone global content business and return roughly £950 million ($1.27 billion) […]
Culture
SoFi Isn’t Sweating FIFA’s ‘Clean Stadium’ Policy: ‘Our Branding Extends Beyond a Sign On a Stadium’
The financial institution brought out a number of stars to its suite inside the temporarily-named 'Los Angeles Stadium' during the World Cup
Bay Area
South County cities pass on joining ICE facility lawsuit
Advocates campaigning against a planned ICE facility in South County are expressing disappointment after two nearby cities decided not to throw their support behind a lawsuit challenging the project. Multiple city and county governments across the Bay Area and beyond have signed onto an amicus brief in support of the case filed last month by Santa... The post South County cities pass on joining ICE facility lawsuit appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell to donate stock to Trump Accounts
President Donald Trump told CNBC's Joe Kernen last week that he thought SpaceX CEO Elon Musk would donate company stock to the program.
Bay Area
State budget revisions save Santa Clara County from deeper cuts
SANTA CLARA COUNTY officials are exhaling as the state spending plan for fiscal year 2026-27 pares back steep cuts initially proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The state budget signed Monday last week includes $900 million for homeless services, nearly double what Newsom had initially suggested. The budget also keeps funding intact for in-home care and mobile mental health […] The post State budget revisions save Santa Clara County from deeper cuts appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Steep rent increases threaten to displace American Canyon mobile home residents
TWO HUNDRED HOUSEHOLDS in an American Canyon mobile home park face whopping rent increases in September — in many cases close to $300 a month, a boost of more than 40 percent for most. As a result, some residents say they may have no choice but to move. Built in the 1960s, Napa Olympia Mobilodge […] The post Steep rent increases threaten to displace American Canyon mobile home residents appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Steve Hilton: Can this British-born Republican be CA’s next governor?
As the Republican candidate for California governor, Steve Hilton has a steep mountain to climb. Democratic voters outnumber Republicans almost two-to-one, and the majority of California voters disapprove of President Donald Trump, who endorsed Hilton. Nevertheless, Hilton hopes to be the first Republican to hold statewide office in 20 years. But who is Hilton and […]
Technology
Steven Stolman Makes a Move Into Menswear
The veteran designer known for his eye-popping prints is offering bright patterned pants and button-downs for the summer.
Markets
Stocks rally when Congress goes on summer break. Here’s why.
Stock prices face greater volatility when lawmakers are active, driven entirely by the regulatory uncertainty they create.
Technology
Student loan servicers begin 90-day countdown for borrowers to leave SAVE plan
Student loan servicers have begun alerting borrowers that they have 90 days to leave the Biden-era SAVE plan. Here's what comes next.
Bay Area
Sunnyvale Man Deported to Mexico Sues Trump Administration
Carpenter Ulises Peña López says violence and medical neglect at the hands of immigration agents left him with lasting disabilities.
Bay Area
Supreme Court ruling gives San Jose broader power to penalize homeless people
San Jose hasn’t hesitated to implement a wave of policies and programs aimed at tamping down homelessness since a U.S. Supreme Court ruling opened the floodgates to ban homeless people in public spaces. Since the Johnson v. Grants Pass ruling two years ago, San Jose has wasted no time extending its ban on the hours homeless people […] The post Supreme Court ruling gives San Jose broader power to penalize homeless people appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
Supreme Court to Weigh If States’ Assault Weapons Bans Violate Second Amendment
A Supreme Court that has expanded gun rights will consider whether bans on semiautomatic rifles, often called assault weapons, violate the Second Amendment. The justices said Tuesday they will hear appeals challenging bans on the AR-15 and similar semiautomatic firearms …
News
Supreme Court won't block state from enforcing age verification law for app downloads
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block Texas from enforcing a state law that requires age verification and parental consent for users seeking to download apps or make in-app purchases on mobile phones
Technology
TV Ratings: Fourth of July Specials Boom for NBC, Fox News
NBC's fireworks show scored an eight-year high, and Fox News had its best July 4 on record.
Technology
TV’s ‘Fall of Rome’ Broken Down by Scott Free’s David W. Zucker, Talking With ‘Wednesday’ Exec Producer Steve Stark at Italian Global Series Fest
The global immediacy of TV and some not so welcome knock-on effects proved the focus of one of the biggest panels at this year’s Italian Global Series, featuring David W. Zucker, chief creative officer at Scott Free, and Steve Stark, chairman and executive producer at Toluca Pictures (“The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Fargo,” “Vikings,” “Wednesday”). Zucker, who […]
Technology
Tamara Keith and Carrie Dann on Platner facing calls to drop out of Maine Senate race
NPR's Tamara Keith and Carrie Dann of the Cook Political Report join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including Democrats in Maine scrambling and calling on Graham Platner to drop out of the Senate race as a sexual assault accuser comes forward, the direction of the Democratic Party into the midterms and what happened in Washington during the nation's 250th anniversary.
Technology
Taylor Swift Beats ‘Absurd’ Lawsuit Over Song Lyrics: ‘Quintessential Themes’
The superstar scored the legal victory just days after her wedding to Travis Kelce
Technology
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Fashions Generate $26.7 Million in MIV
Even without any official wedding photo or video releases, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's luxury wedding attire, worn for their megawatt July 3 wedding at Madison Square Garden, generated an estimated $26.7 million in media impact value in the 48 hours following the celebration.
Culture
Taylor Swift’s Giant and Somewhat Chaotic Wedding Guest List Makes Sense to Me, Actually
“I know it’s going to be fun to plan because I think the only stressful weddings are the ones where you have a small amount,” Swift said of her nuptials in 2025.
Bay Area
Tearful Neymar retires from Brazil after World Cup exit to Norway: 'Now it's over'
Neymar said he is retiring from playing for Brazil after his team's World Cup exit at the hands of Norway in the round of 16 on Sunday.
Technology
Television City and Orbital Studios Partner to Bring Virtual Production Studio to L.A.’s Fairfax District
Television City and Orbital Studios have partnered to bring a new virtual production studio to L.A.’s Fairfax District. The new LED volume will be based at 7800 Beverly Boulevard, Television City, and reflects Orbital’s steadfast commitment to providing best-in-class virtual production experiences for productions of all sizes, budgets, and creative aspirations. virtual production system built […]
Technology
TeraWulf shares soar after Anthropic leases data center in Kentucky
TeraWulf is a crytpo mining company that has pivoted to AI data center infrastructure. Its stock is up more than 80% this year.
Technology
TeraWulf’s stock gains after a $19 billion deal with Anthropic
The deal “validates” the crypto-mining company’s pivot to supporting the AI buildout, its CEO said.
Technology
Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, and Kamasi Washington's Dinner Party Return With New Album
Watchu Bringing?, their third collaborative LP with producer 9th Wonder, arrives August 7
Technology
Texas Doesn’t Require Training for All Emergency Coordinators
In legislative hearings after last year’s July 4 floods, the state’s emergency management chief made some recommendations to state lawmakers. They included empowering the agency to vet volunteers who show up after disasters and establishing clearer guidelines for local officials …
Science
The 20th anniversary of the NOAA Marine Debris Program
The 20th anniversary of the NOAA Marine Debris Program Public participants in NOAA’s Marine Debris Monitoring and Assessment Project sort debris items and record data at Nukoli’i Beach, Hawaii in June of 2024. (Image credit: Kauai Surfrider) July 6, 2026 Twenty years ago, the NOAA Marine Debris Program was established as the U.S. Government’s lead to reduce and prevent the adverse impacts of marine debris on our ocean and Great Lakes. Education 0 On
Culture
The Best Bottega Veneta Handbags (and Their Histories) to Shop Right Now, From the Giorno to the Jodie
Be an informed buyer and learn everything you need to know about the best Bottega Veneta handbags.
Technology
The Bixie: The Hottest Haircut of 2026 Is Half Pixie, Half Bob
The throwback "bixie" haircut is exactly what it sounds like and is highly in demand.
Technology
The Czinger 21C might be the wildest car we drive all year
This hybrid V8 has organic-looking 3D-printed components and shatters lap records.
Technology
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 lookalike is down to $329
Initially, I was going to tell you about a good deal happening on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, which is down from the $500 it’s sold at most of the year to $378 at multiple retailers. But there’s a better deal happening on a nearly identical portable camera, the Xtra Muse, which is $329 (roughly […] Initially, I was going to tell you about a good deal happening on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, which is down from the $500 it’s sold at most of the year to $378 at multiple retailers. But there’s a better deal happening on a nearly identical portable camera, the Xtra Muse , which is $329 (roughly $100 off what it sold for three months ago). It’s not just some copycat; my colleague Sean Hollister’s report on the company is linked below, wherein he said the Muse “appears to be the same product in almost every palpable way,” though DJI won’t comment on its involvement with Xtra. Regardless, you can sa
Culture
The Frida Kahlo Effect: Why the Mexican Artist Is Still a Pop-Cultural Icon Today
On the artist’s birthday, we reflect on her enduring appeal
Bay Area
The Golden State Valkyries belong in the WNBA title conversation
Natalie Nakase’s team is 10-3 at home, owns the second-best defensive rating in the league, and has won eight of its last 10 games.
California
The Hollywood Bowl just got its biggest sound upgrade in a generation. AI is doing the heavy lifting
A new speaker array, an immersive surround system and machine-learning vocal isolation technology are transforming the experience at one of the world's most beloved concert venues.
Technology
The Most WTF Guests at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding
From old foes to controversial executives, here are the invites that still have us scratching our heads
Science
The Nasdaq-100 has been far more volatile than the S&P 500. Now add SpaceX to the mix.
While SpaceX is due to join the Nasdaq-100 on Tuesday, it won’t become part of the S&P 500 for at least another year — likely furthering the volatility spread between those two indexes.
Technology
The Odds Were Ever in the Favor of Those Who Placed Bets on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding
Kalshi and Polymarket traders correctly called the venue, the designer and the best man — but Blake Lively's absence caught everyone off guard.
Science
The Surprising Connection Between Yoga and Gut Health
There’s one benefit of yoga you may not have considered: improved gut health. Not only can yoga promote better digestion, but it may improve the gut microbiome.
California
The US faces Belgium in the World Cup on the heels of Trump-Infantino red card call
Folarin Balogun is expected to start against Belgium in a Round of 16 match after a surprise decision by FIFA to allow him to play despite receiving a red card last week.
Technology
The Villain Made of Gas: Inside Netflix and Toho’s Ambitious Bet on ‘Human Vapor’
Toho cracks open its vault for the first time, teams with 'Train to Busan' writer Yeon Sang-ho and the Oscar-winning VFX crew behind 'Godzilla Minus One' — all for a villain you can't touch.
Markets
The Vogue Business Spring/Summer 2027 Menswear Size Inclusivity Report
Size inclusivity in menswear remains largely static across Milan and Paris, with this season also welcoming more polarized body ideals.
Bay Area
The hack and the flack: How Steve Hilton’s wife, Rachel Whetstone, conquered California
As comms chief for Google, Facebook, Uber, and Netflix, she helped write Silicon Valley’s political playbook. Does she want to help her husband rule the state?
Technology
The incredible shrinking Xbox: Five studios, 3,200 employees let go
Move affects ~20% of the gaming division, which will refocus on its biggest franchises.
Bay Area
The pop-up boom is remaking San Francisco’s coffee scene
From Vietnamese phin coffee to Iranian roasts, a new generation of entrepreneurs is using temporary spaces to build loyal followings.
Science
The race for an Ebola therapy begins
Male marathoners "hit the wall," mental health in 2026, and more Morning Rounds news
Technology
There were not one, but two asteroid encounters this weekend
The Torifune asteroid turns out to be shaped like a peanut.
California
These Advocates Say Black English Belongs in Preschool Classrooms
Generations of Black children grew up learning that their home language isn’t acceptable in school or the workplace. A movement is underway in California to change that.
California
Thinking about grad school? New federal rules cap how much students can take out in loans
New federal caps sharply restrict graduate school student loans. Learn how the strict limits impact tuition, college costs and low-income students.
Markets
Tiger’s Hospital Records to be Handed Over to Prosecutors in DUI Case
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, a judge has ruled. Judge Darren Steele approved an agreement last week between …
Technology
Tilly Norwood to Lead New Movie ‘Misaligned,’ Marking Feature Debut for AI ‘Actor’
Tilly Norwood, the AI “actor” who sparked a frenzy of anger in Hollywood and across the wider industry in late 2025, is set to front her first feature film. “Misaligned,” announced by Particle 6, the AI-focussed studio behind Norwood, is described as a comedy-drama telling a “coming-of-age story infused with existential AI chaos.” Set inside […]
Technology
Toyota to invest $3.6 billion to move Tacoma pickup truck production from Mexico to Texas
Toyota said it is investing $3.6 billion to move production of the Tacoma midsize pickup truck from Mexico to its San Antonio manufacturing campus in Texas.
Technology
Trump Accounts are live. Here's how some families plan to use them
As Trump Accounts launch, millions of parents are figuring out how the new investment accounts fit with their family's financial goals.
News
Trump administration takes major steps to roll back gun regulations
During his race for the White House, President Trump pledged to expand Second Amendment rights nationwide. Now his administration is taking major steps to roll back gun restrictions put into place for public safety. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin discussed the administration's efforts with Chip Brownlee, a staff writer at The Trace, covering federal gun policy.
Technology
Trump defends call urging Balogun red card review: 'It wasn't a foul'
"I didn't know what the hell a red card was," said Trump, who called FIFA President Gianni Infantino about the suspension of Folarin Balogun.
Technology
Trump plugs Dell at first-ever White House opening bell, sending shares soaring
Trump rang the bell in the Oval Office to open Monday's trading as he launched investment accounts for babies born from 2025 through 2028.
Markets
Trump rings Wall Street opening bells and says the stock market ‘is going to go through the roof’
Trump used the occasion to promote the launch of “Trump accounts,” which are special investment accounts for children under age 18.
Bay Area
Trump rings Wall Street's opening bell to mark 1st day of trading for Trump Accounts
President Donald Trump on Monday got to ring the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq from the golden confines of the Oval Office.
Bay Area
Trump says he asked FIFA to review US World Cup star Folarin Balogun's red card ban, FIFA rejects Belgium's appeal
Trump took credit for getting FIFA to review a red card issued against Folarin Balogun at the World Cup but said he did not demand an outcome.
Bay Area
Trump to meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Syria's al-Sharaa during the NATO summit
The discussions will come as Kyiv tries to refocus Trump's attention on the conflict with Moscow and as Trump has publicly mused about Syria's role in the Middle East.
Technology
Trump's calls, Ukraine's strikes and Russia's barrage on Kyiv put markets on alert
Trump reportedly spoke with Putin and Zelenskyy as Ukraine struck Russian targets and Moscow launched another deadly attack on Kyiv.
Global
U.S. World Cup star's suspension lifted after Trump's call to FIFA president
The United States takes on Belgium Monday with star striker Folarin Balogun on the pitch. Balogun was given a red card in last week's game against Bosnia and Herzegovina, meaning he would miss the next game. But President Trump intervened and FIFA reversed Balogun's suspension. Amna Nawaz discussed the World Cup controversy with Liz Landers and Leander Schaerlaeckens, author of "The Long Game."
Markets
U.S.-Belgium match could draw record TV audience amid the Trump World Cup controversy
Some industry experts are predicting all-time viewing records for a U.S. soccer game
Technology
UK regulator warns of "arms race" to keep up with AI use in financial services
FCA official makes case for greater powers for watchdog as millions use technology for personal finance decisions.
California
Under Trump, spouses of US citizens face policy changes in the immigration system
Spouses of U.S. citizens have traditionally had a special place in immigration law. That's no longer the case, according to the administration and immigration lawyers.
Bay Area
University of California faculty desperate for system to bring back the SAT
Berkeley math professors say students are arriving unable to multiply.
Technology
V/H/S Franchise Sets New Roy Lee and Steven Schneider-Produced Movie Based on SCP Foundation Universe (EXCLUSIVE)
Indie genre label Spooky Pictures and global film and television studio Image Nation Studios are partnering to produce “V/H/S: SCP.” The feature-length project is the latest installment in the long-running “V/H/S” found-footage horror franchise, and the first feature-length addition to the online collective fiction project, the SCP (Special Containment Procedures) Foundation. Roy Lee and Steven […]
Technology
VHF Propagation: What Every RF Engineer Should Know
A practical educational guide to common and uncommon VHF propagation modes, covering the physics, range implications, and real-world behaviors engineers need to understand. What Attendees will Learn 1. Why “line of sight” fails as a practical VHF planning model. 2. How refraction, reflection, diffraction, and scattering deliver or destroy signals where geometry alone cannot predict.3. How tropospheric refraction extends the VHF radio horizon roughly one-third beyond optical line of sight. 4. How temperature inversions form ducts that can carry VHF signals over 1,500 km.5. How sporadic E, meteor burst, and EME propagate VHF signals across hundreds to thousands of kilometers. 6. What frequency limits, distance ranges, and environmental triggers apply to each propagation mode. 7. How to apply this knowledge to link budgeting, interference prediction, and contingency planning. Download this
Technology
Versant Extends Golf Game With Plans to Acquire Full Swing for $530 Million
The New York Times Co. has games. Disney has theme parks. And Versant Media has golf. In an era when more traditional media companies are looking beyond the usual flows of revenue, Versant on Monday unveiled plans to purchase Full Swing, a sports technology firm that lets customers, coaches and athletes make use of simulations […]
Technology
Versant Inks $530 Million Deal for Sports Tech Company Full Swing
The tech company, best known for its advanced golf simulators, will expand the Golf Channel owner's presence in the tech and analytics space.
Technology
Versant agrees to buy golf simulator company Full Swing for $530 million
The deal for Full Swing will expand Versant's nontraditional media assets in an effort to diversify revenue from cable television.
Markets
Viewpoint: Methuselah Mutuals
Precious few U.S. corporations have been in business for two centuries. Among them are King Arthur Flour (1790), CIGNA (1792), Jim Beam (1795) and Brooks Brothers (1818), although the storied suit-maker entered bankruptcy proceedings in 2020 due to a plunge …
Technology
Vuori to Launch Breathe Collection Featuring NFL Star Colston Loveland
The performance-skewed collection is intended for high-intensity training.
News
WATCH: Trump officially launches Trump Accounts for kids, ringing Wall Street opening bell
With high inflation hurting Trump's popularity, the Republican president has tried to get more Americans to focus on their 401(k) investments, claiming that his policies should get the credit for any gains, particularly as the November midterm elections draw closer.
News
WATCH: Trump says Sikorsky is paying for a 'beautiful' granite helipad at the White House
President Donald Trump said Monday that he's building a granite helipad on the White House lawn, insisting that the landing area is needed to accommodate new, more powerful presidential choppers.
Markets
Washington Labor & Industries Opens Inspections at State’s Other Kraft Paper Mills
Two new inspections into kraft pulp and paper mills in Washington have been opened, following ongoing investigations at the Nippon Dynawave mill where a tank failure killed 11 workers. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries said investigations are …
Culture
Watch a ‘DWTS’ Singer Go to Great Heights With an Aerosmith Classic in ‘America’s Got Talent’ Audition
Travis Garland is ready to go solo with his voice.
Bay Area
Waymos stalled and snarled traffic after SF’s biggest fireworks show in years
One of the robotaxis also drove through an exploding firework in the Mission.
Culture
Wedding-Guest Attire Done Right—Re-create Our Favorite Looks From Taylor Swift’s Wedding
From Zoë Kravitz to Dakota Johnson, shop the best wedding-guest outfits inspired by what celebrities wore to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.
Culture
What Are Neurocosmetics—And Can They Calm Stressed Skin?
Neurocosmetic formulas rich in peptides, adaptogens, and more interact with your neurosensory system to reduce stress-induced inflammation, calm irritation, and support healthy aging.
Technology
What is the oldest American object ever launched into space?
From a Revolutionary War flag to the Statue of Liberty...
News
What to know as ticks spread to new regions and bring new threats
It's summertime, and ticks are out in full force. While in certain parts of the country, ticks have long been an issue, they're now spreading to new regions and bringing new threats. William Brangham discussed the blood-sucking terrors with Holly Gaff, a mathematical ecologist who studies ticks at Old Dominion University.
Technology
Where to Watch USA vs. Belgium World Cup Match Live Online
The Round of 16 matchup will be held at Seattle Stadium on Monday, July 6.
Technology
White House Report Claims Smithsonian Museum ‘Erases’ Heritage, Another Jewelry Heist at a French Museum, and More: Morning Links for July 6, 2026
Here's what we're reading this morning.
News
Who could benefit the most from Trump's investment accounts for children
Trump Accounts are officially open. They're the first federal tax-advantaged investment accounts for kids. Some 87 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts. The question is, can they deliver the benefits that are being promoted? Economics correspondent Paul Solman explains.
California
Who could play a sour, unemployed, self-deprecating version of John Slattery? He had a surprising answer
The 'Mad Men' star reflects on playing a washed-up version of himself, the fickleness of Hollywood and why broad comedy is harder than it looks.
Bay Area
Who is Steve Hilton? Here’s how he has rebranded himself multiple times
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When Steve Hilton first came to live in California, the political strategist had already gone through a few rebrands. It was 2008 and the British Conservative Party was ascendant after a decade of losses. Hilton, a top adviser to future Prime Minister David […]
News
Who is Steve Hilton? Here’s how he has rebranded himself multiple times
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When Steve Hilton first came to live in California, the political strategist had already gone through a few rebrands. It was 2008 and the British Conservative Party was ascendant after a decade of losses. Hilton, a top adviser to future Prime Minister David […]
California
Who is Steve Hilton? Here’s how he has rebranded himself multiple times
Steve Hilton made the British Conservative Party more liberal and has held policy positions spanning the political spectrum. He’s California Republicans’ best hope at reclaiming the governor’s seat.
Bay Area
Who is Steve Hilton? Here’s how he has rebranded himself multiple times
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When Steve Hilton first came to live in California, the political strategist had already gone through a few rebrands. It was 2008 and the British Conservative Party was ascendant after a decade of losses. Hilton, a top adviser to future Prime Minister David […]
News
Who is Steve Hilton? Here’s how he has rebranded himself multiple times
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When Steve Hilton first came to live in California, the political strategist had already gone through a few rebrands. It was 2008 and the British Conservative Party was ascendant after a decade of losses. Hilton, a top adviser to future Prime Minister David […]
Technology
Why Iran may find it difficult to clear its oil inventories even after sanctions relief
Iran may face challenges in clearing oil inventories even after restrictions have been lifted, amid oil supplies elsewhere while China becomes less enthusiastic
Bay Area
Wildfire risk drives 84% spike in California home insurance costs in 5 years, Stanford study finds
A new Stanford study found average home insurance premiums have surged 84% in the past five years, with the biggest impacts in high-risk fire zones. Researchers say more homeowners are being pushed into the state's costly FAIR Plan as insurers pull back coverage.
Culture
William Fan Berlin Spring 2027
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California
Wind Advisory issued July 6 at 11:17AM PDT until July 7 at 6:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Sundowner winds are anticipated across this area the next several evening through overnight periods, likely peaking in intensity and coverage Tuesday and Wednesday evening. This will likely require additional wind advisory headlines.
Bay Area
Woman dies, 3 others injured after 4th of July fireworks explosion; man arrested
A woman in her 20s died Sunday after she was injured in a fireworks explosion during a Fourth of July gathering in California. A 28-year-old man was arrested.
Bay Area
World Cup revelry turns violent in San Jose; unlawful assembly declared after Mexico loss
San Jose police again declared an unlawful assembly Sunday night following England’s victory over Mexico in the World Cup, due to the downtown gathering of hundreds of people leading to chaos, even ending with a man getting shot. In a statement Monday morning, the San Jose Police Department said about 200 to 300 people flooded […] The post World Cup revelry turns violent in San Jose; unlawful assembly declared after Mexico loss appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Xbox Slashing 3,200 Jobs In “Most Significant Restructure” in Platform’s History
"Our business today is not healthy," Xbox CEO Asha Sharma warned in a memo to staff Monday.
California
Xbox cuts 3,200 jobs as gaming business struggles
As Microsoft continues to invest significantly in AI, its gaming division, Xbox, is making major cuts to its workforce and selling several of its studios.
Technology
Xbox to Cut Up to 3,200 Staffers in ‘Most Significant Restructure’ in Company’s History
Xbox is set to reduce its workforce by up to 3,200 staffers over the next year in what new CEO Asha Sharma calls the “most significant restructure” in the Microsoft division’s history. On Monday, Xbox announced that four studios — Ninja Theory, Undead Labs, Compulsion Games and Double Fine Productions, which collectively employee approximately 350 […]
Technology
Xcel Partners With KBL Group on Off/Duty by Coco Rocha
The ready-to-wear collection is expected to debut this fall.
Culture
Yemen Identifies 28 Looted Artifacts at British Museum, London Auction Houses
Eight pieces were recently offered for sale at auction houses in London, and 20 are held by the British Museum.
Culture
Yervant Gianikian, Artist Who Helped Win Armenia the Venice Biennale’s Golden Lion, Dies at 84
His films appeared in two editions of the Venice Biennale and one edition of Documenta.
California
You could get fined $63 for ‘daylighting’: Here’s what you need to know
Several county police departments in SoCal are strictly enforcing a law that prohibits parking too close to crosswalks, which took effect back in January 2025.
Markets
You want a portfolio that matches your morals. Your retirement plan might disagree.
More investors want their money to reflect their values. It feels righteous — but the reality is a lot messier.
Markets
Your 5 biggest ‘Trump account’ questions, answered
Here’s who is eligible for $1,000 in free money — and how to sign up.
Technology
Your data built the AI boom — but Big Tech is pocketing 100% of the equity
Your share of the AI wealth is a right — not a handout. Here is how we claw back our money.
Markets
Your investing expectations are more than double the reality. Here is the tough truth.
Long-term real returns above 10% annualized are exceedingly rare.
Technology
Yungblud Receives Support From SZA, Alyssa Milano, More After Opening Up About ‘Industry Plant’ Discourse
The English musician shared a vulnerable post about his recent struggles as an artist and was greeted with a wave of support
Culture
Zara Larsson Signs With RCA Records
The singer joins the label after more than a decade on Epic Records, also part of Sony Music.
Technology
Zara Larsson Signs to RCA Records
Zara Larsson has left her decade-plus home at Epic Records and signed with RCA Records, Variety can confirm. Two sources tell Variety that the pop star has inked a new deal with RCA. The sources say that Larsson was entertaining offers from multiple labels but that Sony, which houses subsidiaries Epic and RCA, wanted to […]
Technology
Zendaya Pulls Sculptural Schiaparelli Haute Couture and Flowing Valentino for ‘The Odyssey’ London Premiere
Her Schiaparelli look was shown on a runway in Paris the very same day.
Technology
Zendaya and Anne Hathaway Lead the Grecian-inspired Style Showcase at ‘The Odyssey’ London Photo Call
Lupita Nyong'o and Samantha Morton also attended the press event.
California
¿Y si sí? What this hopeful World Cup chant meant to Mexico fans
The team’s World Cup run ended on Sunday after the team lost against England.
Technology
‘3 Weeks After’ Is a Timely Film About Peer Violence and “Violence Itself, How It Is Learned, Tolerated”
Serbian director Miroslav Terzić's third feature, debuting in the main Karlovy Vary competition, starts with a high-school trip to Bulgaria: "I wanted to provoke the audience. ... I did not want it to be forgotten" right away.
Technology
‘Dutton Ranch’ Breakout Natalie Alyn Lind on Sobbing Over That Murder, Discovering Oreana’s Life-Changing News and Season 2 Plans
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the ninth episode of “Dutton Ranch,” “El Padrino,” which is now streaming on Paramount+. In a series filled with beloved characters like Kelly Reilly’s Beth and Cole Hauser’s Rip, as well as acting legends like Annette Bening and Ed Harris, it’s no small feat that Natalie Alyn Lind stole […]
Technology
‘Dutton Ranch’ Duo Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser Talk Season 2 After Cliffhanger Finale, New Showrunner and Taylor Sheridan
"There was a moment where we were trying to figure out, 'How do we do this without him?'" Kelly Reilly, speaking with Cole Hauser, tells The Hollywood Reporter about moving from Sheridan's 'Yellowstone' to the spinoff. "It feels like we earned this second season from all the work we've done before, and that's the thing I'm most proud of."
Technology
‘Hobbits’ likely scavenged dragons’ kills
Homo floresiensis may have scavenged Komodo dragon leftovers instead of hunting small elephant relatives.
Technology
‘House of the Dragon’ Star Steve Toussaint Teases Consequences of Corlys’ ‘Very Dangerous’ Request of Rhaenyra
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Season 3, Episode 3 of “House of the Dragon,” now streaming on HBO Max. Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen got a slap in the face from her hand of the queen, Corlys Velaryon, on tonight’s episode of “House of the Dragon,” when the Sea Snake publicly called out Rhaenyra’s sons (his […]
Technology
‘Increased Uncertainty’ and ‘Renewal Pressure’ Around USMCA Could Drive Supply Chain Shifts
While a non-renewal doesn’t signal an end for the deal, supply chain leaders are balancing immediate actions to protect operations with longer-term decisions that reshape their networks.
Technology
‘I’ve Waited My Whole Life to Do This’: Watch Madonna’s Celeb Guests Film Their ‘Confessions II’ Cameos
Gwendoline Christie, Benedict Cumberbatch, Odessa A'zion and more were featured in the "Danceteria" scenes of Confessions II film.
Technology
‘Obsession’ Star Inde Navarrette Open to Marvel Role, Met with ‘X-Men,’ ‘Heat 2’ Directors
The 'Obsession' breakout is considering her next moves: "I really want to prove 'Obsession' wasn’t just lightning in a bottle."
Technology
‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma,’ ‘Fatherland’ Lead Mubi-Madman Slate for Australia, New Zealand
Mubi has expanded its theatrical distribution partnership with Madman Entertainment, tapping the independent Australian and New Zealand distributor to sub-release five films theatrically across the region, including several Cannes and Berlinale prize winners. Madman will open Jane Schoenbrun’s “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma” first, on Aug. 6 in Australia and Aug. 20 in […]
Technology
‘Terrifier’ Actress Had Deal for 1 Percent of Profits. A Court Will Decide If That’s for One Movie — Or the Whole Series
Catherine Corcoran's bid for profits from the franchise will swing on whether the contract should be interpreted to extend beyond the original 2016 film.
Technology
‘The Black Demon: Atlantis’: The Making of a Shark Thriller at 8,600 Feet Above Sea Level in Colombia
When the producers of shark thriller “The Black Demon” decided to make a sequel, making it in Colombia was a no-brainer. Mucho Mas Media, led by Javier Chapa, had already shot three other movies in the country with local production company Jaguar Bite. The first pic they shot in Colombia, golf drama “The Long Game,” […]
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ Comes Ashore: London Goes Wild for Christopher Nolan Epic at Star-Studded World Premiere
As a Trojan horse towered over Leicester Square, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson delighted screaming fans ahead of the world's first screening of Nolan's latest three-hour feat.
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ First Reactions Are Raves for Christopher Nolan’s ‘Astonishing’ Epic and ‘Flawless Filmmaking’: ‘Breathtaking, Bold and Perfection’
Christoper Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has finally been unveiled to members of the film press, who are calling the Oscar winner’s adaptation of Homer’s epic a “staggering achievement” with “flawless filmmaking.” It appears Nolan has another huge hit on his hands. “A filmmaking feast,” wrote Collider’s Peri Nemiroff. “A grand and gripping rendition of Homer’s epic, […]
Technology
‘The Odyssey’ First Reactions: “Staggering … Nolan’s Biggest Film to Date”
Here's what those who just saw Christopher Nolan's epic are saying about the Universal film.
Technology
‘The Vampire Lestat’ Costume Designer Breaks Down Lestat’s Rockstar Wardrobe and the Season’s Hidden Easter Eggs
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from “New York,” the fifth episode of “The Vampire Lestat,” now streaming on AMC+. When costume designer Lex Wood started planning the wardrobe for “The Vampire Lestat” — or Season 3 of “Interview with the Vampire” — she had one word in mind: color. And lots of it, to reflect the […]
Technology
‘The money would have been life-changing’: My father told my grandmother to slash my inheritance. Is that fair?
“I could have bought a home for what I hope will be a growing family.”
Culture
‘Toy Story 5’ Soundtrack Debuts in Top 10 on Three Billboard Charts
The Taylor Swift-led set makes a No. 1 bow on the Kid Albums tally.
Culture
“The Conversation Is More Urgent”: Fashion Reacts to Men’s Shifting Body Ideals
The Spring/Summer 2027 runways introduced a divisively slimmer menswear silhouette, alongside a growing number of muscle men, in line with the looksmaxxing movement. Industry insiders tell us what this means for menswear.