Bay Area
'Law & Order: SVU' legend Mariska Hargitay is coming to the Bay Area for 3 theater shows
Hargitay is set to perform a one-woman show.
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2026-07-07
477 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
Bay Area
'Star Wars: The Experience' making its world debut in Philadelphia in 2027
'Star Wars: The Experience' will make its world debut in February, 2027 at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia as part of the Star Wars 50th anniversary celebration.
Bay Area
2 children found living with dead animals in squalid Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home
2 children were found living with dead animals in a squalid Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home.
California
2026 Emmy nominations predictions: Our awards expert makes his final picks
'Beef,' 'Hacks' and 'The Pitt' seem set to run the table in this year's Emmy nominations, but there's still intrigue to be found in the race, writes columnist Glenn Whipp.
California
35 indie movies and Disney's new animated film 'Hexed' receive a California film tax credit
Nearly three dozen indie movies, along with big animated films from Disney and DreamWorks Animation, are among the recipients of California's latest round of film tax credits.
Science
5 takeaways from STAT’s series on the soaring cost of health insurance
Read the 5 key takeaways from STAT's series "Out of Pocket, Out of Reach," an examination of workplace health insurance.
Bay Area
A UC Berkeley professor was slain in Greece. Now possible squatters occupy his home.
The family of a UC Berkeley professor slain in 2025 is facing a tricky legal battle.
News
A toddler was found in a pool and declared dead. He's alive and his parents could be charged
Police say an Arizona toddler discovered in a backyard pool in February was declared dead at a hospital but later discovered to be alive
Technology
ABC tells the government to get out of its newsrooms
ABC is firing back at the Federal Communications Commission after the agency opened an investigation into The View's airtime of political candidates. In a letter to the FCC on Tuesday, ABC argues that the agency's actions pose a risk to editorial independence by targeting programs "perceived as unfriendly to the current administration," as reported earlier […] ABC is firing back at the Federal Communications Commission after the agency opened an investigation into The View 's airtime of political candidates. In a letter to the FCC on Tuesday, ABC argues that the agency's actions pose a risk to editorial independence by targeting programs "perceived as unfriendly to the current administration," as reported earlier by The Wrap . In February, the FCC Chair Brendan Carr confirmed that he's reexamining The View 's classification as a "bona fide" news program after the talk show held an
Technology
AI-related debt sells off sharply as Amazon looks to borrow another $25 billion
Bonds financing the massive artificial-intelligence buildout were hit hard by selling on Tuesday, as Amazon.com set out to borrow another $25 billion in new debt.
Markets
ANV Completes Acquisition of London-Based Iris Insurance Brokers
ANV Group Holdings Ltd. (ANV), the insurance intermediary platform, has completed the acquisition of Iris Insurance Brokers Ltd., a London-headquartered specialty insurance distribution platform. The transaction, originally announced in March 2026, has received all required regulatory approvals. Financial details of …
Culture
ATEEZ, Ella Langley, Bruno Mars & More: Highlights of This Week’s Billboard Charts
All of Billboard ’s charts update each Tuesday.
Culture
Aaliyah’s 2001 Self-Titled LP at 25: Every Track Ranked
The groundbreaking project was the last album she'd release before her death in 2001.
Technology
Abbie Cornish Transforms Into Anna Nicole Smith in First Look at ‘Trust Me, I’m a Doctor (EXCLUSIVE)
Kal Penn will never forget seeing his “Trust Me, I’m a Doctor” co-star Abbie Cornish for the first time as Anna Nicole Smith. “She really embodied Anna Nicole in a very striking way,” Penn tells me. “She was a completely different person. I briefly met Anna Nicole a handful of times way back when I […]
California
Abortion pills could come to California community college health centers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Community college students in California could gain access to medication abortion through campus health centers under a proposal that would extend reproductive health services already required at the state’s public universities. Assembly Bill 2540 would require community colleges with student health centers to […]
Bay Area
Abortion pills could come to California community college health centers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Community college students in California could gain access to medication abortion through campus health centers under a proposal that would extend reproductive health services already required at the state’s public universities. Assembly Bill 2540 would require community colleges with student health centers to […]
California
Abortion pills could come to California community college health centers
A California bill would require community colleges with health centers to provide access to medication abortion.
Bay Area
Abortion pills could come to California community college health centers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Community college students in California could gain access to medication abortion through campus health centers under a proposal that would extend reproductive health services already required at the state’s public universities. Assembly Bill 2540 would require community colleges with student health centers to […]
California
Abortion pills could come to California community college health centers
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Community college students in California could gain access to medication abortion through campus health centers under a proposal that would extend reproductive health services already required at the state’s public universities. Assembly Bill 2540 would require community colleges with student health centers to […]
California
Abortion pills could come to California community college health centers
A California bill would require community colleges with health centers to provide access to medication abortion if lawmakers provide funding. Health center directors say many campuses lack the staffing and infrastructure to offer the service.
Technology
Adam Sandler “Said Yes Right Away” When Asked to Officiate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding
A source told People that the 'Happy Gilmore' actor "was incredibly honored to be part of such a special day."
Markets
Adobe’s stock is temptingly cheap. Should investors bite?
Adobe has become a polarizing stock in the face of questions about its AI future.
Global
After his suspension was lifted, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss
Folarin Balogun’s presence on the field for the United States against Belgium had a seismic impact on the world of soccer, but he ultimately played a forgettable role in the Americans’ 4-1 loss in the World Cup round of 16
Technology
Alabama Shakes Announce First Album in 11 Years
I Must Be Dreaming is coming August 28
Culture
Alexis Mabille Fall 2026 Couture
Alexis Mabille Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
All the Chanel Couture Fairytale Details Have Charmed My Socks Off
The cat button!
Technology
Amazon raising at least $25 billion in bond sale, won't issue more debt in 2026
It marks Amazon's latest debt raise as it looks to buttress its massive investments in artificial intelligence.
California
America’s Long History of Voting and Election Integrity
Historian Carol Anderson lays out the history of voting in the U.S. to understand the fight over elections today.
Culture
An Eclectic Crowd of Fashion Heavy Hitters Gathered at Chanel’s Fall 2026 Couture Show
From Pedro Pascal and Teyana Taylor to Cole Escola, Mathieu Blazy’s latest show attracted an A-list crowd in Paris.
Technology
An English National Is the First to Be Convicted of Violating Sanctions Against Russia
British national Jonathan Hornby is the first from his country to be convicted of violating the UK’s sanctions on exports of luxury goods to Russia.
California
Animation Takes Greater Share of California Film Incentive as $71 Million Goes to Four Films Including ‘Donkey’
Animation is taking a larger share of the California film incentive, as the state announced Tuesday that $71 million would go to four animated features. The state expanded its production incentive to $750 million a year in 2025, while also opening up the program to animated films and TV shows. “Donkey,” the spinoff of the […]
Technology
Anker’s noise-blocking earbuds for sleeping are nearly half off
You might have a great bed and a good sleepy time routine, but if you’re still struggling to fall (or stay) asleep, Anker’s Soundcore Sleep A20 are worth considering. They’re designed to help muffle distracting sounds, and they’ve hit a new all-time low price of $99.99 ($80 off) at Best Buy and Target. In his […] You might have a great bed and a good sleepy time routine, but if you’re still struggling to fall (or stay) asleep, Anker’s Soundcore Sleep A20 are worth considering. They’re designed to help muffle distracting sounds, and they’ve hit a new all-time low price of $99.99 ($80 off) at Best Buy and Target . Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 Where to Buy: $179.99 $99.99 at Best Buy $179.99 $99.99 at Target In his review , my colleague Thomas Ricker said this model helped him average nearly 30 more minutes of sleep each night over a two-week period compared to when he wore t
Technology
Anne Hathaway ‘Spent a Week’ Prepping for Harley Quinn Before ‘Dark Knight Rises’ Meeting; Nolan Didn’t Reveal Catwoman Until Two Hours Into Their Chat
Anna Hathaway said on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast that she spent a full week channeling Harley Quinn before meeting Christopher Nolan for “The Dark Knight Rises” because she was convinced he was courting her to play the Batman villain. It wasn’t until two hours into their meeting that Hathaway discovered it was a meeting […]
Technology
Anthropic is launching Claude Cowork on mobile and web
Starting Tuesday, Anthropic's Claude Cowork AI platform will be available on mobile and web for the first time. The expanded access is rolling out first to Max subscribers and coming to Claude users on other plans "in the coming weeks." Claude Cowork was previously only accessible through the Claude desktop app for macOS and Windows, […] Starting Tuesday, Anthropic's Claude Cowork AI platform will be available on mobile and web for the first time. The expanded access is rolling out first to Max subscribers and coming to Claude users on other plans "in the coming weeks." Claude Cowork was previously only accessible through the Claude desktop app for macOS and Windows, but now users on iOS and Android can also use it. However, Anthropic says the "full experience" for Cowork will still be on the desktop app, including features like local file access. Cowork sessions will also now run
Technology
Apple TV’s Stephen Graham Series Gets a Release Date — and New Title
The streaming show, adapted from a Lars Kepler novel, also stars Liev Schreiber and Zazie Beetz.
Technology
ArdAzAei Couture Fall 2026: La Vie en Rose
Designer Bahareh Ardakani is relying less on literal storytelling and more on construction as she continues to build her house codes.
Technology
Are you ready for what it takes to stop ghost guns?
In the summer of 2024, former Army National Guard member Andrew Scott Hastings spent a sweaty afternoon carefully packing boxes with parts he made using his 3D printer. These weren't novelty figurines or replacement Ikea pieces. The boxes were instead filled with a handful of homemade firearm lower receivers and more than 100 "switches," small […] In the summer of 2024, former Army National Guard member Andrew Scott Hastings spent a sweaty afternoon carefully packing boxes with parts he made using his 3D printer. These weren't novelty figurines or replacement Ikea pieces. The boxes were instead filled with a handful of homemade firearm lower receivers and more than 100 "switches," small devices capable of converting a semiautomatic gun into a fully automatic weapon. Their intended recipients, federal prosecutors allege , were al-Qaida operatives. Months later ATF agents busted two
Bay Area
As the trade deadline approaches, Heliot Ramos makes his case to stick with the Giants
The 2017 first-round draft pick said he thinks San Francisco could be his “forever home” after hitting two home runs against the Blue Jays on Monday.
Culture
Ashi Studio Fall 2026 Couture
Ashi Studio Fall 2026 Couture
News
At NATO summit, Trump pressures allies on loyalty, defense spending and Greenland
New U.S. strikes on Iran come against the backdrop of the NATO summit in Turkey, where leaders are hoping to strengthen Europe's ability to defend itself. President Trump brought his long-standing criticisms of European countries, once again expressing frustration over their defense spending and refusal to support the U. S. and Israeli war in Iran. Nick Schifrin reports from Ankara.
Technology
Author David Thomson on How Screen Antiheroes Led to Trump, Why His ‘Dictionary’ Won’t Be Updated and His Next Book Subject: Mickey Mouse
The revered writer on film — a critic, historian and author of more than 40 books including the new 'A Sudden Flicker of Light: A Revisionist History of Movies,' published Tuesday — speaks with The Hollywood Reporter.
Technology
Autographed Lionel Messi Memorabilia Drops Online as Argentine Star Leads Team Into World Cup Quarterfinals
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is into the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, as the soccer legend leads Argentina onwards in their campaign to claim a second consecutive World Cup title. Argentina finished atop Group J with a perfect 3-0 record and defeated the tiny island nation Cape Verde in […]
California
Bamboo Launches Essential HO2 Product in California
Bamboo Insurance today launched its Essential homeowners program, a new HO2 product designed for homeowners looking for basic coverage. The Essential program provides what the company says is a lower-cost option focused on core protection that makes it convenient for …
Markets
Banks’ Exposure to Heat-Related Losses Faces Scrutiny in EU
Europe’s bank watchdog will look at how exposed lenders are to heat-related risks, as temperature records keep getting broken. The European Banking Authority is currently developing ways to measure the financial impact of extreme heat, a spokesperson for the Paris-based …
California
Bass admits communication failures after Lineage fire, promises help for businesses
Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Ysabel Jurado pledge to help residents find financial relief and support.
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 6 at 8:01PM 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.
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 7 at 12:52PM 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...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 7 at 5:02AM 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...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
Technology
Beauty’s Most Affordable Brands Are Also Growing Faster
Lower-priced makeup and skin care brands are outpacing prestige counterparts when it comes to global earned media value growth. Here's who's on top.
Global
Belgium's 4-1 victory knocks U.S. out of World Cup
American hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended Monday.
Technology
Bethesda, id Software reportedly hit hard by Microsoft layoffs
As much as 50 percent of some teams affected by reductions, and more could be coming.
Technology
Billionaires John and Laura Arnold commit $2.6 million to study online sports betting risk
John Arnold and Laura Arnold, who run Arnold Ventures, are investing $2.6 million for university research into potential harms of online sports betting.
Bay Area
Brittany Armstrong charged with involuntary manslaughter after illegal fireworks start fire that killed Cashmere Elijah Parker in Dunn, North Carolina
Brittany Armstrong was charged with involuntary manslaughter after illegal fireworks started a fire that killed Cashmere Elijah Parker in Dunn, North Carolina.
California
Buckle up, LA. This heat is going to be with us for a while
Hot, dry weather is expected to bring triple-digit temperatures and fire risk to parts of Southern California this week and well into next.
Bay Area
Builder looks to replace Palo Alto motel with housing
Taking advantage of a new housing law that went into effect last week, a developer is preparing to demolish the Coronet Motel on El Camino Real in Palo Alto and replace it with a six-story residential project. The San Francisco-based builder Bayhill Ventures just became the first developer in Palo Alto to take advantage of... The post Builder looks to replace Palo Alto motel with housing appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
Burning semitruck sparks brushfire near Castaic, triggering I-5 lane closures
A semitruck caught fire on Interstate 5 north of Castaic on Monday and sparked a blaze in the adjacent brush, leading to lane closures and lengthy rush hour delays.
Technology
CEO TALKS: Baccarat’s Laurence Nicolas
The executive described a strong financial performance in 2025 amid healthy demand for exceptional lighting fixtures and decorative objects.
Markets
CFC Names Former Direct Line Exec Winslow as Group CEO, Succeeding O’Shea
CFC, the London-based specialist MGA, announced the appointment of Adam Winslow as group chief executive officer. The current Group CEO Louise O’Shea, who has served for nearly six years, first as independent non-executive and latterly as CEO, will be stepping …
Technology
Calif. tech giants descend on Idaho for 'billionaire summer camp'
Silicon Valley's darlings are among the exclusive attendee list.
California
California invests $10M to recruit high school students to tackle bilingual teacher shortage
CALIFORNIA’S AUDACIOUS GOAL of having half of all K-12 students enrolled in bilingual education programs by 2030 has encountered one big stumbling block — there aren’t enough qualified bilingual teachers. To help remedy that, a $10 million grant tucked in the state budget aims to help school districts recruit high school students as future bilingual […] The post California invests $10M to recruit high school students to tackle bilingual teacher shortage appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
California’s wildfire defense blasts off: Governor Newsom launches “FireSat” wildfire-detection satellites to spot blazes from space
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Technology
Carbitex Founder on Why Flexible Carbon Fiber Matters in More Than Just Performance Footwear
Carbitex founder Junus Khan talks the importance to set up a shared, open resource for shoe designers, engineers and brands, and what's next on the innovation front.
Culture
Chanel Fall 2026 Couture
Chanel Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
Chanel Fall 2026 Couture: Happy Ever After
Matthieu Blazy embraced the fantasy of haute couture with a lineup inspired by fairy tales and the storybook life of Coco Chanel.
Technology
Chanel Fall 2026 Haute Couture Shoes Lean Into Whimsy
Matthieu Blazy was inspired by classic fairy tales for his second couture collection at the French house.
Technology
Charges against dad who drove family off cliff dropped after mental health treatment
A judge has dismissed all charges against a California radiologist accused of trying to kill his family by driving his Tesla off a cliff in 2023
Technology
Charli XCX Reveals ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ Track List With a Song Featuring David Cronenberg
The LP, which includes 11 songs, arrives on July 24
Technology
Charli xcx & PinkPantheress Slam Peppa Pig for Shading Clairo: ‘Let’s F— Her Up’
Let's just say that the "Bags" singer and cartoon character have a history.
Technology
Check Out the Art Behind the Scenes of Loro Piana’s Fall/Winter 2026 Ad Campaign
The shoot took place at the Rothko Chapel, the Menil Collection, and the de Menil Residence in Houston.
Technology
Chinese AI models are gaining ground with U.S. companies as OpenAI, Anthropic costs surge
Recent model releases from Chinese companies including DeepSeek and Z.ai are seen by many as highly competitive compared to leading U.S. frontier systems.
Technology
Chinese lidar maker with Nvidia ties accused of being cyber risk for U.S.
Hesai Technology was blacklisted as a national security threat in 2024 by the U.S. Department of Defense, which designated Hesai as a Chinese military entity.
Culture
Chloé Resort 2027
Chloé Resort 2027
Technology
Chloé Resort 2027: Suit Yourself — Softly
Creative director Chemena Kamali reconnected with the house's tailoring roots, mixing it with lingerie-inspired pieces and winks to the ballet.
Technology
Christopher Nolan Says One ‘Odyssey’ Star Stunned Crew Like Heath Ledger on ‘The Dark Knight’
The director says his 'Odyssey' crew reacted to an actor's scene in a way he's only seen one time before.
Technology
Christopher Nolan Says ‘The Odyssey’s’ Modern English Dialogue ‘Was a No-Brainer’ Even If ‘It Might Bite Me on the Ass’ and ‘I Was Maybe Being Naïve’
Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is based on Homer’s ancient Greek epic, which dates back to around the 8th or 7th century BC. As a result, some moviegoers were surprised when the film’s various trailers let it slip that Nolan’s characters speak contemporary English dialogue in mostly American accents. The creative decision sparked intense discourse on social […]
News
City Hall and Nonessential Services Closure: Monday, Sept. 7, 2026
City Hall and Nonessential Services Closure: Monday, Sept. 7, 2026 Hayward City Hall will be closed, and nonessential municipal services will be paused Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. City Hall will reopen and municipal services will be restored to their regular schedule, Tuesday, Sept. 8 . Specific information about departments, programs, and services during this period is provided below: Street Sweeping : No street-sweeping or citation enforcement will occur during the closure. Street-sweeping will resume its regular schedule the day following the closures. Review the schedule here . Hayward Public Library : Both branches will be closed. Online check-outs of books, movies, and more are available via the digital library here . Permit Applications : New permit applications and resubmittals can be submitted through the Hayward e-Permits Portal during the clo
Technology
Cody Plofker Steps Down as CEO of Jones Road Beauty
The son of founder Bobbi Brown will join Jones Road's board as the beauty brand seeks leadership for its next growth phase.
News
Community Emergency Response Team Session
Community Emergency Response Team Session In-person sessions are scheduled by the Hayward Fire Department and are from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Class size is limited to 60 participants. No walk-ins, pre-registration is required . You are required to attend all five (5) classes in order to receive your certification. The training course will involve instructions in light fire suppression, hazardous materials situations, first aid, light search and rescue techniques, and procedures in organizing CERTs to aid and assist in times of disaster. You do not need any special skills to participate, just the willingness to learn the skills necessary to survive a disaster. You must be 18 years or older to sign up and a resident of the City of Hayward or the Fairview Fire Protection District/Five Canyons area. Questions? Contact: The Public Education Officer at (510) 583-4948 Calendar Fri, 0
News
Community Emergency Response Team Session 2
Community Emergency Response Team Session 2 In-person sessions are scheduled by the Hayward Fire Department and are from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Class size is limited to 60 participants. No walk-ins, pre-registration is required . You are required to attend all five (5) classes in order to receive your certification. The training course will involve instructions in light fire suppression, hazardous materials situations, first aid, light search and rescue techniques, and procedures in organizing CERTs to aid and assist in times of disaster. You do not need any special skills to participate, just the willingness to learn the skills necessary to survive a disaster. You must be 18 years or older to sign up and a resident of the City of Hayward or the Fairview Fire Protection District/Five Canyons area. Questions? Contact: The Public Education Officer at (510) 583-4948 Calendar Mon,
News
Community Emergency Response Team Session 3
Community Emergency Response Team Session 3 In-person sessions are scheduled by the Hayward Fire Department and are from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Class size is limited to 60 participants. No walk-ins, pre-registration is required . You are required to attend all five (5) classes in order to receive your certification. The training course will involve instructions in light fire suppression, hazardous materials situations, first aid, light search and rescue techniques, and procedures in organizing CERTs to aid and assist in times of disaster. You do not need any special skills to participate, just the willingness to learn the skills necessary to survive a disaster. You must be 18 years or older to sign up and a resident of the City of Hayward or the Fairview Fire Protection District/Five Canyons area. Questions? Contact: The Public Education Officer at (510) 583-4948 Calendar Wed,
Bay Area
Con Azucar Cafe expands into South County
In less than a handful of years, a concept to spread Mexican culture and its traditions by way of a San Jose cafe has blossomed into an ever-growing franchise of stores, with Gilroy among the latest cities to embrace the model in its historic downtown. Con Azucar Cafe co-owners Alejandra Gonzalez, her husband Uriel Soto... The post Con Azucar Cafe expands into South County appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
Contra Costa’s new mosquito control strategy combats the pests by releasing more of them
After three years of applying traditional methods to combat a dangerous mosquito species, Contra Costa County officials are trying a new strategy, which on the surface may seem counterintuitive. Starting Wednesday, specially treated male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes will be released at Harbour Park in Antioch. The male mosquitoes, treated with Wolbachia bacteria, mate with females, […] The post Contra Costa’s new mosquito control strategy combats the pests by releasing more of them appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Controversial Anne Frank Musical Releases Crowdfunded Cast Album
Slam Frank, which reimagines her story through an “intersectional, multiethnic, genderqueer, Afro-Latin hip-hop lens,” posted the recording in advance of the play’s off-Broadway return
Science
Copay Assistance Is Meant To Defray Patient Drug Costs. Some Insurers Keep It Instead.
Drugmakers provide financial assistance to help patients afford increasingly expensive medications. But some insurers do not count those payments toward a plan’s deductible or out-of-pocket maximum and make patients pay instead.
Bay Area
Council member Ed Lauing files for reelection
Ed Lauing, a member of the Palo Alto City Council who is known among his peers for maintaining a moderate and measured approach even in the most controversial discussions, has filed the paperwork to run for reelection this year, according to campaign records.
Bay Area
Court ruling spares San Jose card rooms
San Jose’s two card rooms have been granted a reprieve after a judge overturned pending statewide regulations that could have crippled the local gambling industry, and in the process, eliminated millions of dollars in public funding the city relies on. San Francisco Superior Court Judge Richard Darwin ruled last week that California’s Bureau of Gambling... The post Court ruling spares San Jose card rooms appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
Covina City Council to vote on battery energy storage project amid backlash from community
The proposal has faced backlash from community members who say they are worried about the environment and public health
Technology
Craig Kilborn Sets Directorial Debut ‘The Life Golden’ Starring Lauren German and Tom Byrne (EXCLUSIVE)
Former late night host Craig Kilborn has set his directorial debut, “The Life Golden,” starring Lauren German (“Lucifer”) and Tom Byrne (“The Crown”), Variety has exclusively learned. In an official plot description, the film is said to be an “independent stylish murder mystery” that follows Griffin Fairhurst Gates, also known as The Golden Griff, “a […]
Markets
Crude prices rise as U.S. launches strikes on Iran shortly after canceling its license to sell oil
Oil futures climbed late Tuesday after the Treasury Department canceled a license granted on June 21 to allow for the sale of Iranian oil.
California
DHS buys two California immigrant detention centers for $1.5 billion
The purchase comes as the Department of Homeland Security has moved to scale up its capacity to detain immigrants without relying as heavily on private prison corporations.
California
DMV could revoke thousands of California licenses due to mysterious testing 'anomalies'
Thousands of Californians got DMV letters telling them of testing irregularities. They must retake the written exam in 30 days or lose their license.
Bay Area
Dasbierhauz closes in Redwood City, Gangsan Korean Restaurant coming soon
Redwood City says auf Wiedersehen to Dasbierhauz; annyeonghaseyo to a new Korean spot.
News
Dasbierhauz closes in Redwood City, Gangsan Korean Restaurant coming soon
Redwood City says auf Wiedersehen to Dasbierhauz; annyeonghaseyo to a new Korean spot.
News
Dasbierhauz closes in Redwood City, Gangsan Korean Restaurant coming soon
Redwood City says auf Wiedersehen to Dasbierhauz; annyeonghaseyo to a new Korean spot.
Bay Area
Dasbierhauz closes in Redwood City, remains in Mountain View
Redwood City says auf Wiedersehen to Dasbierhauz; annyeonghaseyo to a new Korean spot.
Technology
Data centers’ energy demand threatens Trump’s “Made in America” plan
Squeeze on Rust Belt electricity bills threatens Trump’s manufacturing plan.
Technology
DeSantis-backed 'Stop WOKE' law meets appeals court block, teeing up possible Supreme Court fight
A Trump-appointed judge ruled against Gov. Ron DeSantis' "Stop WOKE Act," leaving Florida’s college speech limits blocked as a Supreme Court appeal looms.
Bay Area
Dead Waymos, clogged buses: How SF’s Fourth of July fireworks melted down
Fog obscured the pyrotechnics, but nothing could hide the gridlock that stranded Waymos and delayed buses for hours.
California
Deadline nears for LAUSD Boyle Heights families to apply for $250 in cash aid
The nonprofit that supports Los Angeles Unified schools is distributing $100,000 to families near the Boyle Heights warehouse fire.
Bay Area
Delta flight makes emergency landing at Fresno Yosemite International Airport
All passengers and crew were reported safe after a Delta Air Lines passenger plane made an emergency landing Monday afternoon at Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
Culture
Denmark’s Louisiana Museum Announces Remedios Varo Exhibition in Fall 2026
The show features some 70 artworks by the Spanish Surrealist.
Technology
Discord accidentally banned over 8,000 people for posting grids and other ‘benign’ images
Discord says a bug affecting its safety system caused it to mistakenly ban more than 8,000 accounts since May. The platform's statement follows a wave of reports from users over the past week, who say they've been banned for posting images containing grids, such as chessboards, game textures, and even Minecraft inventories. Stanislav Vishnevskiy, Discord […] A Reddit users says they were banned on Discord after uploading this picture of a chessboard. | Image: u/Laskof via Reddit Discord says a bug affecting its safety system caused it to mistakenly ban more than 8,000 accounts since May. The platform's statement follows a wave of reports from users over the past week, who say they've been banned for posting images containing grids, such as chessboards , game textures , and even Minecraft inventories . Stanislav Vishnevskiy, Discord cofounder and chief technology officer, writes tha
California
Disney's ABC spars with the FCC (again) in defense of 'The View'
The FCC has received more than 77,000 public comments in its inquiry into whether the ABC show deserves an exception granted to news programs.
Technology
Disney’s ABC Asserts ‘The View’ Qualifies for News Exemption in New Filing
Joy Behar looks and acts nothing like David Muir or Robin Roberts, but ABC asserts her program, “The View” is entitled to the same protections as program such as “World News Tonight” or “Good Morning America.” More than 76,000 comments have been filed by the public with the Federal Communications Commission after Disney’s ABC in […]
Culture
Do Smart Glasses Have a Surveillance Problem?
Big Tech is investing in fashion’s cultural legitimacy to make AI smart glasses socially acceptable, but consumers view them as synonymous with surveillance. Is removing the camera the key to adoption?
Culture
Dolly Parton’s ‘A True Original Musical’ Headed to Broadway: ‘I Mean True in Every Sense of the Word’
"It’s about where I really come from," the country icon said in a video message to fans.
Technology
Dolly Parton’s ‘Dolly: A True Original Musical’ Sets Broadway Run, With Previews Beginning in December
Broadway will be saying “Hello, Dolly” before the end of the year, as the musical telling the life story of country-pop superstar Dolly Parton is set to begin previews at the St. James Theatre on Dec. 7, to be followed by an official opening night on her 81st birthday, Jan. 19, 2027. “Dolly: A True […]
Technology
Don’t Call Annette Bening’s Character the ‘Dutton Ranch’ Villain — Even After That Finale
The actress jumped into the 'Yellowstone'-verse because she saw the potential to make something juicy with high stakes, which is what the sequel series accomplished after its first season.
Technology
Doom developer id reportedly cut in half as part of Xbox layoffs
As part of the mass layoffs hitting Xbox, Doom developer id Software has laid off around 50 percent of its staff, according to Game Developer. One source claimed to the publication that the cuts equate to more than 90 redundancies. Another source said that id's QA department was significantly impacted. The report was published the […] As part of the mass layoffs hitting Xbox, Doom developer id Software has laid off around 50 percent of its staff, according to Game Developer . One source claimed to the publication that the cuts equate to more than 90 redundancies. Another source said that id's QA department was significantly impacted. The report was published the same day that id is releasing a major expansion for its latest Doom game . A former id employee affected by the cuts, Michael Maynard, corroborated the figure in a LinkedIn post , saying that the layoffs affected "roughly"
Technology
Dragonflies maneuver like fighter pilots
Male dragonflies' dramatic aerial combat maneuvers emerge from relatively simple vision-based rules.
Technology
Duffy Performs at Secret London Concert for Her First Live Show in 15 Years
The Grammy Award-winning vocalist performed a mix of fan favorites and new material
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Atelier Jolie Welcomes Patricia Voto for Two-year Residency
The One/Of founder is bringing her Upper East Side upcycling workshop downtown to 57 Great Jones Street.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Mazarine Taps Ex-Vestiaire Collective Executive Marie Tobaly to Support Global Expansion
The group has hired the former global communications head in a broad advisory role titled chief of staff, and she will also join the strategic committee.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Roger Vivier Expands Pièce Unique Collection to Footwear
Creative director Gherardo Felloni's one-of-a-kind shoes are inspired by one of founder Roger Vivier's favorite themes: the butterfly.
Science
Ebola outbreak exposes a fractured outbreak response system
The costly threat to employer-based health care, Gen Z doctors, and more health news
Technology
Ed Sheeran to Sign With Interscope Records (Exclusive)
Sheeran joins Interscope months after confirming his departure from his longtime home at WMG, where he'd released eight albums over a 15-year partnership.
Culture
Elton John Among High-Profile Celebrities to Lose Hacking Court Case in U.K.
The star and husband David Furnish were joined by Prince Harry, actor Elizabeth Hurley and more in their battle against the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.
Technology
Elton John to Conclude Farewell Tour — Three Years After It Ended — in Mexico City
The artist previously had to cancel three gigs in the capital city because of the Covid pandemic
California
Empresa penitenciaria privada vende dos de los centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al gobierno federal
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La empresa penitenciaria privada CoreCivic ha vendido dos de los mayores centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de Estados Unidos en una operación valorada en 1,500 millones […]
California
Empresa penitenciaria privada vende dos de los centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al gobierno federal
La empresa privada de prisiones CoreCivic continuará operando dos grandes centros de detención del ICE en California después de vender las propiedades al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional.
California
Empresa penitenciaria privada vende dos de los centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al gobierno federal
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La empresa penitenciaria privada CoreCivic ha vendido dos de los mayores centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de Estados Unidos en una operación valorada en 1,500 millones […]
Bay Area
Empresa penitenciaria privada vende dos de los centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al gobierno federal
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La empresa penitenciaria privada CoreCivic ha vendido dos de los mayores centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de Estados Unidos en una operación valorada en 1,500 millones […]
Bay Area
Empresa penitenciaria privada vende dos de los centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al gobierno federal
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La empresa penitenciaria privada CoreCivic ha vendido dos de los mayores centros de detención de inmigrantes de California al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de Estados Unidos en una operación valorada en 1,500 millones […]
California
Environmental justice group sues California over carbon market overhaul
The lawsuit claims that California's air regulator rushed changes to its signature cap-and-invest program without proper environmental review.
California
Evacuation warning lifted in Encino as crews gain upper hand on brush fire
The fire started around noon near the 4500 block of North Encino Avenue, the L.A. City Fire Department said. It quickly grew from half an acre to five acres.
California
Even if you know his crowd work clips and not his name, comedian Jeff Arcuri is ready to meet you
Stand-up comic Jeff Arcuri has become the guy from your Instagram reels you can't quite place, now turning viral crowd work clips into his first Netflix special, "Nice to Meet You."
Culture
Every Famous Bride Who Wore Dior on Her Wedding Day
As Taylor Swift becomes Jonathan Anderson’s first celebrity bride, look back at the high-profile and royal Dior wedding dresses to walk down the aisle before her.
Culture
Every Star on the Front Row at Fall 2026 Couture Week
From Schiaparelli to Chanel, see all the celebrities on the front rows of the fall 2026 edition of Paris Haute Couture Week here.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:12AM 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/ this morning 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 7 at 12:13AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 116 expected. Nights will remain quite warm with low temperatures mostly in the 80s. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:13AM 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. Nights will remain quite warm in the northern Coachella Valley with low temperatures mostly in the 80s. * WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:13AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 117 expected. Nights will remain quite warm with low temperatures mostly in the 80s. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:16PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 117 expected. Nights will remain quite warm with low temperatures mostly in the 80s. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:16PM 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. Nights will remain quite warm in the northern Coachella Valley with low temperatures mostly in the 80s. * WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:16PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 117 expected. Nights will remain quite warm with low temperatures mostly in the 80s. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 7 at 12:43PM MST until July 9 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 110 to 118 degrees. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
Technology
Facing US export controls, China's DeepSeek plans to make its own chips
It's early, but the plan is to reduce dependency on Nvidia and Huawei.
California
Fans slam FIFA's cooling breaks. Why the U.S. World Cup team doctor disagrees
This year's World Cup, hosted across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, is the hottest played since the tournament began in 1930. If venues are air conditioned, are FIFA's hydration breaks necessary?
Technology
Far more real estate agents now report seeing a balanced market, CNBC Housing Market Survey finds
Agents who reported at least one price cut to active listings dropped dramatically from prior surveys.
California
Farewell to Team USA's World Cup run. This diehard fan in LA will root for you again next time
Jeff van Hoy traveled from L.A. to Houston, to Monterrey and L.A. again for the 2026 World Cup. He's been rooting for the U.S. since 1994.
Markets
Farmers to Pay $2.8M to Settle TPCA Class Action Lawsuit
Farmers Insurance has agreed to pay $2.87 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging a Texas insurance agent sent unsolicited calls and texts in violation of the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act. The class action alleges that Todd Henderson …
Technology
Fashion by Informa Names Emilie Lewis VP of Events
She will oversee MAGIC, Project and Offprice in Las Vegas and Nashville.
Markets
Faster, Fiercer Wildfires Are Testing Evacuation Plans
On a warm summer morning, two fire officials navigate an SUV along a narrow road that switchbacks high into the hills above the town of Fairfax, California, where thickets of trees conceal hundreds of homes. When the road dead-ends, they …
Technology
Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs
Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs
Bay Area
Fieldwork Brewing is taking over the former Presidio Social Club
Vacant since 2024, the 5,000-square-foot space will become the Berkeley craft brewer’s third San Francisco location.
Technology
Financial Services’ AI Dangers Highlighted by Regulator’s Review
Britain’s financial regulator has been urged to consider regulation of large language models such as ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini because of their growing influence on consumer financial decisions. In a review commissioned by the Financial Conduct Authority and published on …
California
First of its kind queer museum in SF Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artists
On one side of the world, Xiangqi Chen can be punished for her LGBTQ+ activism. But on the other, the activist and artist is lauded as a trailblazer — the architect behind the first of its kind Chinese queer art museum. The irony that she left her home in China and found a public platform […] The post First of its kind queer museum in SF Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artists appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Flood Risk Doesn’t Matter as Bargain Houses Tempt NZ Buyers
New Zealand’s flood-prone homes are outperforming the rest of the country’s moribund housing market, as buyers chase lower prices and shrug off climate risks. Properties facing the highest flood risk have gained 26.1% in value since January 2020, compared with …
News
Former NBA star Lamar Odom expected to enter plea deal in Las Vegas DUI case
Former NBA star Lamar Odom is expected to enter a plea deal in a DUI case in Las Vegas
News
Former coach at Bucknell University charged in death of freshman football player
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University in Pennsylvania has been charged in the death of a football player who collapsed during training
News
Former mayor of Mississippi's capital city pleads guilty in bribery scheme
The former mayor of Mississippi’s capital city and a former City Council president have pleaded guilty in a bribery scheme
News
Former officer describes finding a 'sniper pad' on nearby rooftop after Charlie Kirk assassination
A former campus police officer says he found an apparent “sniper pad” on a gravel rooftop near where Charlie Kirk was assassinated
Science
Founder/CEO and Clinical President of Digital Health Company Sentenced to 72 Months and 24 Months, Respectively, for $90 Million Scheme to Distribute over 37 Million Pills of Adderall
The founder and former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ruthia He of Done Global Inc., a California-based digital mental health company, was sentenced today to six years in prison and a $1 million fine for orchestrating a scheme that used her company’s technology platform, compensation structure, and clinical protocols to unlawfully distribute over 37 million pills of Adderall, defraud insurers of over $12 million, and obstruct the federal investigation that followed.
Technology
Four Deaths in Two Years Has Raised Questions About Georgia Postal Center
Postal workers have for years produced the largest share of federal workers’ compensation claims, from dog bites to fall injuries and more. Now, postal workers in Georgia are facing a new concern: The deaths of four employees at a sprawling …
Technology
Fox Announcers Plead With Americans to Keep Watching Soccer After U.S. Team Crushed by Belgium in World Cup
With the USMNT out, ratings for the World Cup will likely suffer: "This doesn’t have to be the last soccer game you watch for the next four years," John Strong told viewers after the shellacking.
Technology
Free People’s FP Movement Teams With Asics on Footwear Collection
The collection features a tennis shoe and a running shoe.
Bay Area
Fremont moves to expand broadband access in $7.7M deal with New Jersey-based firm
The city of Fremont is set to award a roughly $7.7 million grant to a New Jersey-based internet provider to operate the city’s fiber-optic cable network and offer internet service in areas with unreliable or nonexistent broadband access. The city selected Astound Broadband LLC for a public-private partnership that draws on money created by a […] The post Fremont moves to expand broadband access in $7.7M deal with New Jersey-based firm appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
From animation to live-action, choreographer casts hundreds of Pacific Islanders for Disney's 'Moana'
Choreographer Tiana Nonosina Liufau has been with "Moana" since the first frame.
Technology
From the Archive: Weather Chic
Long before they became optional, parasols and umbrellas were a chic luxury, prized as much for style as for shelter.
Culture
From ‘Fart Blasters’ to Gooey Toys, ‘Minions & Monsters’ Merch Is Even More Unhinged Than the Movie
A full list of 'Minions & Monsters' collectibles available online, with interactive toys you won't want to test in public, and plush toys that include some new faces.
Culture
Fundación Kahlo Launches $50,000 Prize for Emerging Mexican Artists
Artists will be able to submit via an open call beginning in November.
Markets
GameStop investors clear the way for a fresh attempt at buying eBay
Shareholders approved a change that will let the video-game retailer issue more stock.
California
Gangsters jailed in India smuggled drugs, orchestrated crimes in California, feds charge
L.A. and federal authorities arrested and filed indictments against India-based organized crime groups whose leaders are accused of drug trafficking, extortion and the assassination of a prominent Sikh figure.
Technology
Germanier Fall 2026 Couture: Controlled Explosion
The Swiss designer continued to upcycle his way through deadstock from LVMH-owned houses and Caran d'Ache pencils with a sense of growing maturity.
Technology
Gilla Band Set Next Album Pugnello
The Dublin quartet also shared “Placeholder,” an ode to vocalist Dara Kiely’s childhood creature comforts
Technology
Girl Talk Readies New EP With Michael Christmas and Chris Crack
Don’t Come to My House Sharing Your Location lands August 14
Technology
Google Search lets creators know more about their reach
Google is going to give content creators and website owners a better idea of how people find their social media profiles and YouTube content through Search. With a new feature in the Google Search Console called "platform properties," Google says that you'll be able to "easily track which search terms lead people to your Instagram, […] Google is going to give content creators and website owners a better idea of how people find their social media profiles and YouTube content through Search. With a new feature in the Google Search Console called "platform properties," Google says that you'll be able to "easily track which search terms lead people to your Instagram, TikTok, X and YouTube content on Search, and see exactly how your audience is interacting with your posts," according to a blog post . The new feature continues Google's push to make Search more of a hub for everything cre
Technology
Google announces Pixel 11 launch event in August
Google is hosting its next Made by Google launch event for Pixel hardware on August 12th in New York City, according to an invitation sent by Google to The Verge. Unusually, the event is taking place in the evening: It'll kick off at 6PM ET that day. The email also includes a brief animation teasing […] Google is hosting its next Made by Google launch event for Pixel hardware on August 12th in New York City, according to an invitation sent by Google to The Verge . Unusually, the event is taking place in the evening: It'll kick off at 6PM ET that day. The email also includes a brief animation teasing what appears to be a phone in the Pixel 11 family that's gold. Pixel 11 leaks that have popped up so far show that the base phone could have slimmer bezels than the Pixel 10 and a solid black camera bar. Leaks of Pixel 11 Pro indicate the phone could be a touch thinner than the Pixel 10
Technology
Google backs nuclear fusion startup targeting Europe’s first commercial power plant
Proxima Fusion has raised $468 million as it looks to move towards commercializing the promising but infamously difficult technical challenge of nuclear fusion.
Technology
Google's Pixel 11 launch event is set for August 12, with possible price increases
Google's new phones could feature glowing LEDs and higher price tags.
California
Governor Newsom signs legislation 7.6.26
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Technology
Green Day Diss the Devil and Defy Death on New Song ‘I’m Never Gonna R.I.P.’
The track will appear on the soundtrack for the punk group's new coming-of-age comedy, Nimrods
Technology
Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong to Front Punk Supergroup Honoring the Ramones
Cretin Family — featuring Armstrong, Blink-182’s Travis Barker, Rancid’s Tim Armstrong, and Ramones bassist C.J. Ramone — will play L.A. on Aug. 30 to celebrate the Ramones’ 50th anniversary
Technology
Gucci Beauty License Transferring to L’Oréal in Mid-2027
Coty Inc. has agreed to end its license with Gucci a year earlier than the expiration date.
Technology
Gucci Family Series ‘Game Over’ Reveals First-Look Images as Sky Italia Announces Further Cast
Sky Italia has released first-look images of its upcoming high-end series “Gucci: Game Over,” which the Comcast-owned pay-TV service has described as Italy’s answer to Ridley Scott’s “House of Gucci” film. Miriam Leone (“The Lions of Sicily”) (pictured above) is playing Patrizia Reggiani, the former socialite convicted of hiring a hitman to murder her ex-husband. […]
Technology
Guitar Virtuoso Julian Lage Seems to Be Back on Tour With Bob Dylan
After a five-show absence, Lage was onstage again with Dylan in Minnesota. Watch them perform “I Shall Be Released”
Technology
Hanwha Ocean shares sink 23% as it loses bid to build Canada's next fleet of submarines
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday that Germany's Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems would be the preferred supplier for delivering the submarines.
Technology
Harvey Nichols Entertaining Offers From ‘Multiple’ Interested Buyers in the U.K., and Internationally
The company, owned by Sir Dickson Poon, is said to be in active negotiations with potential buyers, with a first round of bids due later this month, according to sources.
Technology
Hear U2’s Joyous New Single ‘Street of Dreams’ From Upcoming Studio Album
The single is the first song that U2 has shared from their upcoming studio album, which will come out sometime around their 50th anniversary later this year
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:13AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 90s to 105 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 7 at 12:13AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:13AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s to 102 below 6000 feet expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:13AM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the lower to mid 90s below 6000 feet expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:16PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:16PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures near 90 to 102 below 6000 feet expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:16PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the lower to mid 90s below 6000 feet expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 7 at 12:16PM PDT until July 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 90s to 105 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 7 at 6:03AM 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 7 at 6:03AM 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...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning 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 wave set to bake L.A. County. Here's when it will be hottest
A heat wave is set to bake Los Angeles County this week, with temperatures predicted to be 10 to 15 degrees above normal.
Technology
Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass Whip It Good at the Hollywood Bowl, Returning After 59 Years for a Great Sugar Rush of a Show: Concert Review
The Hollywood Bowl was by no means a lonely bowl Sunday night, as Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass returned to pack the storied venue for the first time in 59 years. The Brass’s Cahuenga Pass comeback came not a moment too soon, with the band leader proudly bragging about his age… as one does, […]
Culture
Here Are All the Hot 100 & Billboard 200 Chart Records That Taylor Swift Has Broken
From Taylor Swif t to The Life of a Showgirl , here’s a look at every record Swift holds on Billboard 's premier song and album charts.
Culture
Hilary Duff Partners With Bath & Body Works to Bring Back Y2K With ‘Juicy’ New Body Care Line
The singer/actress dropped her new hydration-focused body care line amid her ongoing world tour.
California
Hiltzik: How right-wing anti-transgender attacks led to a Supreme Court ruling upholding sex discrimination
At the Supreme Court, the unfounded fear of boys masquerading as girls in youth sports rolled the clock back on gender equality.
Technology
How AI could enable autonomous robot workers in workplaces—and maybe homes
Top robotics researchers and founders explain how robot autonomy is evolving.
Culture
How Brides Are Reworking Their Wedding Dresses in Unexpected Ways
Lingerie, bags, and divorce dresses are also popular choices for brides looking to find inventive ways of giving their wedding dresses a new lease of life.
Culture
How Running Brands Are Angling for the Luxury Crowd
Despite not being historical fashion week fixtures, more sports brands are landing themselves in Paris to secure buys and reshape how modern running brands do business.
Culture
How hospitals are using the arts to help patients recover
As the impact of art on better health outcomes is being studied more and more, some hospital systems are now focusing on even the youngest of patients. Special correspondent Mike Cerre took a look at one approach for all ages. It's part of our ongoing coverage of health and arts for our CANVAS series.
California
How to watch the 2026 Emmy nominations and everything else you should know
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Emmy nominations, including when and how to watch the announcement.
Technology
How ‘RuneScape’ Studio Is Prepping a 25-Year-Old PC Franchise for Its First-Ever Console Release, Including Crossplay
The release of the latest chapter in the “RuneScape” franchise is fast approaching with the September launch of “Dragonwilds,” which will mark a turning point for the beloved PC franchise. Currently available in Steam Early Access for PC players, the title is particularly notable because it will mark the first-ever “RuneScape” game to come to […]
Technology
IEEE Honors Robotics Pioneer Toshio Fukuda
Toshio Fukuda has been blazing trails for most of his career. He is considered to be one of the most prolific scholars in robotics , writing more than 2,000 research papers and authoring several books on the field. He’s an influential figure thanks to his pioneering work developing biomedical robotic systems, industrial robots, micro-nano robotics, mechatronics, and AI-driven automation. Fukuda launched one of the first robotics conferences, the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS). It is still popular almost 40 years later. Toshio Fukuda Employer Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology, in Alexandria Title Professor and vice president of research Member grade Life Fellow Alma maters Waseda University, in Tokyo; University of Tokyo An IEEE Life Fellow, he is a professor emeritus in the department of micro-nano systems engineering and a visit
California
In 'Chris & Martina,' a tennis rivalry and cancer battles are no match against friendship
Tennis great Martina Navratilova spoke about the Netflix documentary that recounts her rivalry and friendship with Chris Evert; we also recommend five other new documentaries.
Culture
In Roshan Sethi’s Debut Novel, ‘The Simp,’ Invisibility Is Both an Asset and a Nightmare
“The Simp” is out now from Simon & Schuster.
Technology
Industry Groups Team Up to Push Textile and Apparel Trade Incentive Program to Offset Tariff Costs
Under the program, brands and retailers would earn tariff credits when they purchase Made-in-the-U.S.A. textiles and qualified apparel products from free trade agreement partners.
California
Inland Empire amusement park Fiesta Village is closing after 52 years
Fiesta Village Fun Park, an amusement park in Colton, is closing. After over 50 years serving the Inland Empire, the park will host a final celebration this weekend.
Technology
Inside Iran as mourners honor Khamenei while critics remain quiet
The multi-day funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued Tuesday with his coffin traveling to Najaf, Iraq. The funeral that began on Saturday has drawn enormous crowds. Special correspondent Reza Sayah has been in Tehran speaking with some who have come to pay their respects.
Technology
Inside the Booming Business of Under-eyes
Hybrid products, plus viral technologies like volufiline and PDRN, are rejuvenating the category — and a wave of innovations looks to capitalize on interest.
Culture
Inside the Newly Reopened Hedges Inn in East Hampton
The interior designer David Netto and new owner Sarah Wetenhall have given the hotel a fresh look.
Bay Area
Investigator says video shows defendant going onto roof to kill Charlie Kirk
An investigator says the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk strolled Utah Valley University in shorts and a T-shirt and bought a meal at Chick-fil-A on the morning of the conservative activist's assassination.
Culture
Is Drinking Ice Water Bad for Digestion?
Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner Sandra Lanshin Chiu breaks down how the temperature of your drink—and more—can affect your digestive system.
California
It’s creepy and it’s kooky: San Joaquin County stays with Stockton funeral home polling site
IF CASTING A BALLOT at a funeral home sounds ghoulish, know that at least 230 of your fellow voters would apparently beg to disagree. San Joaquin County’s top election official says there are no plans to abandon including De Young Shoreline Chapel as one of the city’s many polling places when it comes to primary […] The post It’s creepy and it’s kooky: San Joaquin County stays with Stockton funeral home polling site appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Jay-Z Adds London Show to International Stadium Tour
The ever-expanding "Jay-Z30" celebrations will see Hov take the stage at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in September
Technology
Jay-Z Adds London Stop to 30-Year Career Celebration Tour
The hip-hop giant will perform at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sept. 4 — the same venue that wife Beyoncé performed at for 11 nights on her 'Renaissance' and 'Cowboy Carter' tours.
Technology
Jennifer Beals Among Four Additions to ‘NCIS: New York’ at CBS
Jacqueline Byers, Shane Harper and Devin Druid have also joined the cast of the first-year series.
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Jennifer Siebel Newsom sought to redefine the role of first spouse. Now, she faces her biggest test
Siebel Newsom faces a predicament as her husband positions himself as Trump's chief antagonist and prepares for a possible 2028 White House run.
Technology
Jermaine Dupri Sues Sony for $18 Million in Royalties Tied to Mariah Carey, Usher, and More
The Grammy-winning producer claims Sony Music "engaged in willful deceitful actions" to withhold royalties
Technology
Jim Jones Claims He Has ‘Better Catalog Than Over 90 Percent of Rappers’ From New York City
The Harlem rapper has a habit of making headlines.
Culture
Jonathan Anderson Says Designing Taylor Swift’s Dior Wedding Dress Was “Emotional”
At her Madison Square Garden wedding, Taylor Swift opted to wear Jonathan Anderson’s Dior—and today, the designer spoke about making the look for the first time.
Technology
Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane-Led England World Cup Win Draws Record BBC Audience – Global Bulletin
AUDIENCE AVALANCHE England’s 3-2 soccer World Cup victory over Mexico on Monday delivered the biggest television audience ever recorded in the U.K. for a live broadcast between 2am and 4am BST, with a peak of 9.1 million viewers tuning into BBC One and BBC iPlayer despite the delayed kick-off. The average audience across the Round of 16 match held […]
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Judge Approves $46.75 Million Payout for 23andMe Data Breach Victims
A U.S. bankruptcy judge on July 7 approved a $46.75 million settlement for victims of a 2023 data breach at the genetic testing company 23andMe, which exposed genetic and other personal information of an estimated 6.9 million customers. U.S. Bankruptcy …
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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.
Technology
Judge blocks DOJ subpoena for names of 2020 Fulton County, Georgia, election workers
President Donald Trump has focused on the ballot count in Fulton County, Georgia, to promote claims that he actually won the 2020 election
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Judge rejects Justice Department's 'unreasonable' attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton County
Fulton County asked a judge to quash the subpoena, arguing it was meant to "target, harass and punish the President's perceived political opponents" and that it was "grossly over broad and untethered to any reasonable need."
Culture
Justice Department Announces Completion of Compliance Review After Minnesota Repeals Grant Program Based on Unlawful DEI Criteria
Today, the Justice Department announced that the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) voluntarily resolved the Department’s compliance review under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI). The Department opened a review of MDH’s Capacity Strengthening Initiative grant program because it used race, color, and national origin to determine which applicants received funding. Because MDH has now ended the grant program, the Department is closing its review.
Culture
Justice Department Dismisses Alaska Lawsuit, Conceding Biden Era Oil and Gas Leasing Program Violated the Law
The Department of Justice’s Energy and Natural Resources Division filed a stipulation today dismissing lawsuits by the State of Alaska and the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority
Culture
Kansas City Man Pleads Guilty to Firearms and Dog Fighting Charges from Interstate “Mayhem Madness” Event
Kansas City, Missouri, resident Vinol Wilson, 52, pleaded guilty today in federal court to illegally possessing a firearm after a felony conviction and to multiple federal dogfighting offenses. Those offenses include conspiring to violate the federal Animal Welfare Act’s animal fighting law, keeping a dog for use in dog fighting, and buying and receiving a dog to use in a dogfighting venture.
Technology
Karlovy Vary Unveils KVIFF Promises Winners, Including Ukraine Film Project ‘Reminiscence’
'Selamlik’ and ‘They Bloom at Dawn’ are among other works-in-progress winning prizes.
Technology
Kelela and PinkPantheress Take It to “The Bridge” on New Song
The final single from New Avatar before Kelela drops the full album on Friday
Culture
Kering Accelerates the Gucci-L’Oréal Beauty Deal
The sale of the Gucci Beauty brand to L’Oréal, first announced in October 2025, will be complete in 2027, a year earlier than originally planned.
Technology
Kering Announces Fifth Annual Caring for Women Dinner in New York
The high-profile fundraiser cohosted by Salma Hayek Pinault and François-Henri Pinault is returning to The Pool during New York Fashion Week.
Technology
Kering Foundation’s Caring for Women Gala Sets Co-Hosts
Set for New York on Sept. 10, the event will be led by founding co-hosts Salma Hayek Pinault and François-Henri Pinault with Pamela Anderson, Simone Biles, Benicio Del Toro, Nacho Figueras, Dakota Johnson and Lorna Simpson.
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Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after World Cup match
France star Kylian Mbappé on Monday condemned a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she made following Paraguay’s loss to France in the round of 16 at the World Cup.
California
L.A. County posts $20,000 reward to find man suspected of killing father and daughter in Long Beach crash
County officials reestablish reward for a man accused of crashing into a Long Beach apartment and killing a father and daughter.
California
L.A. County rescue teams deployed to Venezuela leaned on support team at home. 'We're all working together'
LA county rescue teams deployed to Venezuela leaned on support team at home. The three-member team works out of a Pacoima warehouse.
Technology
L.O.L. Surprise! Dolls Getting Their Own Live-Action Scripted Series (Exclusive)
The show, which features five aspiring performers taking part in a music competition, is part of the brand's 10th-anniversary music-themed celebration, which also includes collaborations with recording artists Jennie and Rosalía.
California
LA 'peace ambassador' previously convicted of murder pleads not guilty in body armor case
Federal prosecutors allege Michael Angel Alvarez was an 18th Street gang leader at the same time he worked for a local nonprofit under a contract with the city of L.A.
California
LA County wants to put affordable housing groups first in line to buy apartment buildings
The “Community Opportunity to Purchase Act” would give organizations committed to keeping rents low the first chance to make an offer on buildings coming up for sale.
California
LAPD withholds identity of officer in fatal dog shooting in Canoga Park
The owner of a pet dog killed by an LAPD officer last month is suing the city, calling for transparency and accountability as the city has refused to name the officer who opened fire.
Technology
LE SSERAFIM to Perform ‘Boompala’ After Fever vs. Mercury Game for First-Ever WNBA Edition of ‘In the Paint’: Watch a Preview
The K-pop girl group will perform Thursday on the Amazon Music post-game series.
Technology
LISTEN: ‘Minions and Monsters’ Has Tepid U.S. Opening as ‘Young Washington’ Impresses; Why Comcast’s Sky is Buying ITV
Variety’s Rebecca Rubin breaks down a muted July 4th holiday weekend at the box office with a tepid U.S. opening for Universal and Illumination’s “Minions and Monsters” but a solid turnout for indie Angel Studios’ “Young Washington.” And Variety‘s K.J. Yossman explains why Comcast’s Sky has struck a deal to buy U.K. broadcaster ITV for […]
Technology
LNG Tanker at Risk of Exploding After Two Vessels Struck Near Strait of Hormuz
A Qatari LNG tanker was at risk of exploding and a Saudi-flagged crude oil tanker was damaged near the Strait of Hormuz, sources said on Tuesday, after reports that Iran fired missiles at ships in the waterway overnight. The Al …
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Lake Wind Advisory issued July 6 at 5:34PM PDT until July 7 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * WHERE...West Side Coastal Mountains north of 198 and San Luis Reservoir. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
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Lake Wind Advisory issued July 7 at 2:35PM PDT until July 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
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Lake Wind Advisory issued July 7 at 2:35PM PDT until July 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph * WHERE...Kern River Valley, including Lake Isabella. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
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Lake Wind Advisory issued July 7 at 6:41AM PDT until July 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Kern River Valley, including Lake Isabella. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
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Lake Wind Advisory issued July 7 at 6:41AM PDT until July 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
California
Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' and G.R.L. singer, dies at 37
Lauren Bennett, the British singer who joined forces with LMFAO to make "Party Rock Anthem" one of the top songs of the 2010s, has died at 37.
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Lauren Bennett, “Party Rock Anthem” and G.R.L. Singer, Dies at 37
"Her beautiful spirit touched so many lives, and she will be deeply missed and forever loved," her fellow girl group members wrote in a tribute.
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Lawsuit says U.S. immigratoin agencies illegally shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers with Iran
The lawsuit depicts a coordinated campaign between the U.S. and Iranian governments to identify Iranians in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody and pressure them to return to Iran.
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Lawsuit says US illegally shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers with Iran
A lawsuit alleges that President Donald Trump's immigration agencies have shared confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers with the Iranian government
California
Lights, camera, action! First year of California’s expanded Film & TV Tax Credit projected to bring $6.6 billion in economic impact
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Technology
Listen to ‘The Odyssey’ Audiobook Narrated By Claire Danes, Dan Stevens, Ian McKellen, Before Watching New Film
Before watching Homer’s legendary, 500-page Greek epic come to life, hear the full scope of “The Odyssey” through audiobooks voiced by A-List talent.
Markets
Louisiana Order Suspends Insurance Cancellations After Tropical Storm Arthur
Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple has issued an emergency rule suspending insurance cancellations and non-renewals in certain parishes as the state recovers from Tropical Storm Arthur. Emergency Rule 50 states that insurers refrain from issuing any notice of cancellation, notice …
Bay Area
Low-ABV and nonalcoholic drinks find their place on Peninsula menus
Low alcohol by volume (ABV) and nonalcoholic (NA) drinks are on the rise, and it’s not just a phase. While alcoholic drinks have historically played a social and financial role for restaurants, Peninsula eateries offer an expanding range of low-ABV beverages to pair with your next meal.
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Low-ABV and nonalcoholic drinks find their place on Peninsula menus
Low alcohol by volume (ABV) and nonalcoholic (NA) drinks are on the rise, and it’s not just a phase. While alcoholic drinks have historically played a social and financial role for restaurants, Peninsula eateries offer an expanding range of low-ABV beverages to pair with your next meal.
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Low-ABV and nonalcoholic drinks find their place on Peninsula menus
Low alcohol by volume (ABV) and nonalcoholic (NA) drinks are on the rise, and it’s not just a phase. While alcoholic drinks have historically played a social and financial role for restaurants, Peninsula eateries offer an expanding range of low-ABV beverages to pair with your next meal.
Bay Area
Low-ABV and nonalcoholic drinks find their place on Peninsula menus
Low alcohol by volume (ABV) and nonalcoholic (NA) drinks are on the rise, and it’s not just a phase. While alcoholic drinks have historically played a social and financial role for restaurants, Peninsula eateries offer an expanding range of low-ABV beverages to pair with your next meal.
Technology
Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway and Charlize Theron Channel Modern Goddesses for ‘The Odyssey’ Premiere
Draping, asymmetry and sweeping volume ran through the cast’s London red carpet looks.
Technology
Luxury Beauty in the Backpack: How Brands Are Attracting Gen Alpha and More
As inflation and evolving consumer preferences reshape the market, prestige brands are launching lower-priced items to attract new Gen Alpha and Gen Z audiences and compete in an increasingly crowded space.
California
Luxury vehicles including Lamborghini, Porsche and BMW seized in SoCal theft bust
Ventura County Sheriff's deputies last week arrested two men on suspicion of stealing several high-end luxury vehicles in Southern California. Authorities seized vehicles worth a combined $1.3 million.
Culture
Luísa Cunha, the Portuguese Artist Whose Sound Sculptures Explored the Power of Language, Dies at 77
Over a career that began in the early 1990s, Cunha built a body of work that quietly transformed ordinary words into immersive works of art.
Technology
L’Oréal Paris Updates Iconic Serum
It is part of the top-ranking beauty brand’s bid to outpace the skin care market’s growth again.
Bay Area
Man Accused of Oakland First Friday Vehicle Attack Charged With Attempted Murder
San Francisco resident Dameon Denzel Clay was arraigned Tuesday in Alameda County Superior Court.
Culture
Man Sentenced in $39M Bank Fraud Scheme That Defrauded Seven Financial Institutions
A California man was sentenced today to 78 months in prison and three years of supervised release for perpetrating an elaborate bank fraud scheme that took in approximately $39 million from multiple financial institutions over the course of nearly 10 years.
Technology
Many U.S. teens underestimate fentanyl’s deadly risk
A majority of 8th-graders and roughly a third of 10th- and 12th-graders do not see great risk in using fentanyl once or twice, a study reports.
California
Mariska Hargitay to host 2026 Emmy Awards
The "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" actor will host the awards ceremony on Sept. 14 in Los Angeles.
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Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in September on NBC
NBCUniversal announced Hargitay as host on Tuesday, the day before nominations are announced.
Technology
Marshall upgrades the bass and repairability of two wireless speakers
Marshall announced new versions of its Acton and Stanmore Bluetooth speakers today with upgraded tweeters, bass ports, and internal designs that improve their ability to fill a room with sound. Both the Acton IV and Stanmore IV replace their four-year-old predecessors with a new focus on repairability. Parts including knobs, feet, and the speakers' front […] The knobs and other parts on the Stanmore IV and Acton IV speakers are replaceable. | Image: Marshall Marshall announced new versions of its Acton and Stanmore Bluetooth speakers today with upgraded tweeters, bass ports, and internal designs that improve their ability to fill a room with sound. Both the Acton IV and Stanmore IV replace their four-year-old predecessors with a new focus on repairability. Parts including knobs, feet, and the speakers' front grills bearing the iconic Marshall logo are replaceable should they get da
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Marshall+Sterling Sets Up New Regional Office in Fort Lauderdale
Marshall+Sterling, the large, New York-headquartered insurance brokerage, has expanded its south Florida operations with a new office in Fort Lauderdale, the company announced. The firm, now with 22 locales around the country, already has an office in Wellington, Florida, near …
Technology
Massachusetts High Court: Regulator Must Explain 14.6% Workers’ Comp Rate Cut
“As our high school mathematics teachers reminded us: you need to show your work. That is true for the commissioner’s calculations as well.” With that admonition, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court criticized and returned the 2024 and 2025 workers’ compensation …
Culture
Massimiliano Gioni Named Director of New York’s New Museum
He succeeds Lisa Phillips, who announced her retirement, after 26 years, last September.
Science
McConnell speaks to GOP leaders as speculation swirls about health, hospitalization
Senate Republican leaders have spoken to Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as he remains in the hospital
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McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized
Aides to McConnell have declined to release any information about his condition, fueling speculation about his prognosis.
Markets
Meta Says States Seek $1.4 Trillion in Penalties in August Youth Safety Trial
Meta Platforms said in a court filing on July 6 that four states were seeking $1.4 trillion in penalties over accusations the company designed its Facebook and Instagram platforms to addict young users and misled the public about their safety. …
Technology
Meta enters AI image model race in bid to court advertisers and subscribers
Meta has announced Muse Image, its first AI model for image creation, as it seeks to attract creators and advertisers to its offerings.
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Metal pole pierces windshield, hits pregnant driver after falling off truck on SoCal freeway
A woman pregnant with twins is alive and her unborn children healthy after authorities say she survived a metal pole flying through her windshield and striking her in the stomach.
Technology
Meta’s glasses will turn off the camera if you tamper with the privacy light
Amid public backlash over its smart glasses, Meta announced that it will be updating its glasses with a new feature that will disable the camera when it detects that someone has tampered with or destroyed the glasses' privacy LED light. The update is meant to address modders who have taken actions such as physically drilling […] Even so, the privacy LED light is still hard to see. It’s on in this photo. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Amid public backlash over its smart glasses, Meta announced that it will be updating its glasses with a new feature that will disable the camera when it detects that someone has tampered with or destroyed the glasses' privacy LED light. The update is meant to address modders who have taken actions such as physically drilling into the LED light . Meta has previously tried to discourage tampering with the LED light. For example, starting w
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Meta’s new Muse Image model can pull other Instagram users into AI photos
Meta is launching the first AI image generation model made by its Superintelligence Labs division. The Muse Image model now powers the image-making tools across the Meta AI app, Instagram, and WhatsApp, and it's coming soon to Facebook and Messenger, according to an announcement on Tuesday. It's part of the growing Muse family of AI […] Meta is launching the first AI image generation model made by its Superintelligence Labs division. The Muse Image model now powers the image-making tools across the Meta AI app, Instagram, and WhatsApp, and it's coming soon to Facebook and Messenger, according to an announcement on Tuesday . It's part of the growing Muse family of AI models that replace Meta's Llama lineup. Alexandr Wang, who Meta hired to head up its Superintelligence Labs last year, says on Threads that Muse Image is "agentic," meaning it works with its Muse Spark large language m
Technology
Michigan sees explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite with over 700 cases
Cases have risen quickly as officials are working to identify a common source.
Markets
Micron’s stock falls as investors wonder if the memory market is near the top
“Most investor feedback continues to point to a skittish AI tape,” one analyst said.
Technology
Microsoft Joins AI-Driven Tech Layoff Wave With 4,800 Job Cuts
Microsoft is cutting about 2.1% of its workforce, or roughly 4,800 jobs, the latest in a wave of tech layoffs as the Windows maker spends heavily on AI infrastructure and uses the technology to improve efficiency across its business. Big …
Technology
Microsoft fixes storage-hogging Windows 11 folder
Microsoft is addressing a Windows 11 bug that caused a folder to take up several gigabytes of storage space. As spotted earlier by Windows Latest, Microsoft included the patch in its optional June 2026 update (KB5095093), which "improves disk space usage for the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file." The CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file is installed on Windows 11 PCs by […] Microsoft is addressing a Windows 11 bug that caused a folder to take up several gigabytes of storage space. As spotted earlier by Windows Latest , Microsoft included the patch in its optional June 2026 update (KB5095093) , which "improves disk space usage for the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file." The CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file is installed on Windows 11 PCs by default, and is related to app permissions. Several users have had issues with this file over the past few months, with one person saying
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Midtown Manhattan Buildings Evacuated After Collapse Warning
Construction crews were pulled from a 37-story Midtown Manhattan building Tuesday morning after bricks were reported falling from the 21st floor, emergency officials said, prompting building evacuations and street closures in one of the city’s busiest corridors. Pedestrian and vehicular …
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Missouri Officials Advise Drivers on How to Prevent Auto Theft
July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) is using this month to inform drivers of ways to protect their vehicles from theft. In 2025, there were approximately 660,000 vehicle thefts reported in the …
Culture
Missy Higgins, The Teskey Brothers and ICEHOUSE to Headline New Sydney Concert Series
The new Fuzzy-presented series will take over the Fleet Steps at Mrs Macquarie’s Point with a floating stage.
Technology
Mitch McConnell's health concerns grow amid 4th week in hospital with few details from aides
McConnell, the former longtime Senate leader who declined to seek an eighth term following a series of health scares, was admitted to the hospital on June 14.
Bay Area
Mountain View plans to sell street for 7-story builder’s remedy project
Mountain View is planning to vacate a residential street to make way for a 216-unit condo project, marking the second time this year that the city has taken steps to relinquish rights to a public road for a housing development.
Technology
Myra Molloy Reflects on Career, Representation and Embracing Joy
The actress, fresh off her Broadway run, stars in Hayley Kiyoko's "Girls Like Girls."
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NATO announces billions in defense deals. What investors should watch for now.
A number of major defense companies, including Rheinmetall and Lockheed Martin have announced billions of dollars worth of backlogs
Science
NOAA and partners cut ribbon on new pier, port facility in Charleston, South Carolina
NOAA and partners cut ribbon on new pier, port facility in Charleston, South Carolina July 8, 2026 Commerce Department Deputy Secretary Paul Dabbar and NOAA Administrator Neil Jacobs, Ph.D., (fourth and third from the right, respectively) joined other leadership and partners to cut a celebratory ribbon draped across the entrance to NOAA’s newest pier and port facility in Charleston, South Carolina, July 8, 2026. (Image credit: NOAA) Download Image Leadership from the Department of Commerce and NOAA joined partners today in celebrating the official opening of NOAA’s newest facility for marine operations, NOAA’s Charleston Port Facility. The facility, home to NOAA ships Ronald H. Brown and Nancy Foster , will enhance NOAA’s capacity to conduct critical research missions in the Atlantic. The ships in NOAA’s Atlantic fleet collect data essential to protecting marine mammals
Technology
NTSB Finds No Engine Failure in Deadly Missouri Skydiving Plane Crash
Federal safety investigators said in a new preliminary report that they found no indication that engine failure caused the fiery crash of a plane on a skydiving outing last month in Missouri that killed all 12 people aboard, including several …
Culture
Naomi Watts’s Blurred Lip Proves the Trend Works at Every Age
Makeup artist Georgie Eisdell tells Vogue exactly how to get the “unmistakably French” beauty look.
Technology
Ncuti Gatwa to Executive Produce ‘Doctor Who’ Actor Niamh Marie Smith’s Short Film ‘Passing Through’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Ncuti Gatwa is reuniting with his “Doctor Who” co-star Niamh Marie Smith to executive produce her new short film “Passing Through.” Marie Smith, who featured in the 2024 “Doctor Who” Christmas special “Joy to the World” as Sylvia Trench, will star in the short alongside Gemma Laurie (“Shetland,” “The Long Shadow”) as well as write […]
Technology
Netflix is about to host videos from BuzzFeed, Condé Nast, and other publishers
Starting on August 3rd, Netflix's streaming library will include video content from dozens of digital media brands including BuzzFeed, Condé Nast, Hearst Magazines, People Inc, and Tastemade. As reported earlier by TechCrunch, the deal includes a mix of licensed past videos and new ongoing series that would have typically been published on YouTube or other […] Starting on August 3rd, Netflix's streaming library will include video content from dozens of digital media brands including BuzzFeed, Condé Nast, Hearst Magazines, People Inc, and Tastemade. As reported earlier by TechCrunch , the deal includes a mix of licensed past videos and new ongoing series that would have typically been published on YouTube or other online platforms, like Architectural Digest 's "Open Door" or Vanity Fair 's "Lie Detector Test." As Netflix puts it, the deal will allow subscribers to watch
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Netflix to add videos from digital publishers to its homepage
Netflix will soon add videos from digital media outlets such as BuzzFeed and Tastemade to its homepage. The videos range from three to 20 minutes long.
Technology
Netflix, Disney and YouTube interested in FIFA World Cup U.S. rights; package could reach $2 billion
FIFA has alerted media companies that English- and Spanish-language U.S. rights are likely to be sold together for 2030 and 2034, likely driving up the price.
Markets
New Autopsy of Baby Killed by Police in Mississippi Deepens Outrage
A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when police fired into a moving car offered evidence Wednesday that they say challenges the officers’ account of being in danger when one opened fire. A preliminary autopsy requested by the family …
Technology
New Investor Eyes Moschino Parent Aeffe
While discussions with Oxy Capital Italia are still pending, an investor active mainly in Asia is eyeing the Italian fashion group, which also controls Alberta Ferretti and Pollini.
Technology
New York City Reports Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease Rise to 23
The New York City Health Department reported last evening that the number of cases of Legionnaires’ disease in the Upper East Side neighborhoods of Carnegie Hill and Yorkville has risen to 23, with 17 people being hospitalized. The city reports …
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New student loan rules could limit funding for some graduate programs
More changes are underway for federal student loans with major implications for current and future graduate students. It comes after a federal judge temporarily blocked some new loan limits from the Department of Education, including limits affecting some professional degrees. William Brangham discussed the changes with Danielle Douglas-Gabriel of The Washington Post.
Technology
New virus catalog reveals which pathogens pose the greatest threat
The data can help predict what a future pandemic virus might look like.
Technology
NewJeans Members and HYBE Face Lawsuit Claiming ‘ETA’ Stole Instrumentals From Earlier Track
A publishing company alleges the horns and drums on the hit 2023 song are “virtually identical” to parts of a nearly 20-year-old dance track.
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News Wrap: Judge rejects Trump's attempt to collect Georgia election worker info
In our news wrap Tuesday, a federal judge rejected the Trump administration's attempt to collect the names and contact information of Fulton County, Georgia, election workers, New York City officials warned a high-rise is at risk of collapsing and Reform UK party leader and Trump ally Nigel Farage says he's resigning from Parliament over questionable donations.
California
Nipsey Hussle's children reportedly receive inheritance from slain rapper's estate
The children of Grammy-nominated rapper and activist Nipsey Hussle have reportedly received their share of his estate, more than seven years after his slaying in South Los Angeles.
Technology
Noah Kahan Headlines Rolling Stone’s First Ever Stateside Festival
The folk superstar played the magazine’s festival days before a series of sold-out shows at Fenway Park this week.
Culture
Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Is Almost Here—What Vogue Editors Are Eyeing
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 starts on July 18. Get a sneak peek at the best in summer fashion, luxe beauty & home, curated by Vogue’s shopping editors.
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Obituaries: Local residents who died recently
Local residents who died recently include David Luenberger, Brian Goncher and Leanne Giles.
Technology
Of course viewers are giving up on Netflix shows
Even though Netflix is the world's most popular paid streaming service, the company has been struggling to keep viewers watching its series after their first seasons. Beef - the streamer's anthology about people locked in feuds - lost 70 percent of its viewership when it returned earlier this year. There seems to be some confusion […] Even though Netflix is the world's most popular paid streaming service, the company has been struggling to keep viewers watching its series after their first seasons. Beef - the streamer's anthology about people locked in feuds - lost 70 percent of its viewership when it returned earlier this year. There seems to be some confusion as to why people aren't champing at the bit to dive back into once-popular projects like the live-action adaptations of Avatar: The Last Airbender and One Piece . Netflix is reportedly hard at work trying to figure out what,
Culture
Olivia Wilde Is Our Summer-in-the-City Style Muse
The actor-director has built a uniform of effortless separates, billowy trousers, and luxe loafers. Re-create her best summer looks now.
California
Organized Jewelry Theft Ringleader in California Handed 16-Year Sentence
The leader of an organized retail theft ring targeting high-end jewelry stores across Southern California was handed a 16-year prison sentence this week. From April 2023 to May 2024, Rodney Allen Flynt Jr. and his accomplices carried out thefts resulting …
California
PHOTOS: U.S. fans watch World Cup dreams end Monday night at Raimondi Park
Hundreds of soccer fans gathered Monday at Raimondi Park in Oakland to watch the United States men’s national team face — and eventually lose to — Belgium in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The watch party, hosted at the home of the Oakland Ballers independent professional baseball team, drew families, […] The post PHOTOS: U.S. fans watch World Cup dreams end Monday night at Raimondi Park appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Peacemaker slain in Fourth of July shooting: 'Bravery cost him his own life'
Three people were killed in separate shootings in Compton, including a former aide for a California lawmaker and a university student.
Technology
People Moves: AXA XL Appoints Rodliff as Chief Claims Officer, Americas
AXA XL, headquartered in New York City, appointed Matt Rodliff as chief claims officer, Americas, effective July 13. Rodliff succeeds Jim DiVirgilio, who has announced his retirement effective at the end of July. DiVirgilio served for 18 years at AXA …
Bay Area
Peter Beinart says Scott Wiener bailed rather than discuss Trans March, views on Israel
Beinart is a longtime journalist and commentator on the Middle East conflict.
Markets
Phillips Posts $507 M. in First Half of 2026 as Watch Business Drives 60 Percent Jump in Auction Sales
Watches accounted for $235.5 million of the total—nearly half of Phillips' auction sales this spring—proving how central the category has become to the company's business.
Technology
Pitchfork Festival CDMX Reveals 2026 Lineup
Featuring American Football, Cacomixtle, Perfume Genius, and more artists to be announced
Technology
Plant Fibers Seek a Larger Industrial Role
A new report from Fibral outlines how fibers such as hemp, flax, banana and pineapple leaf materials are gaining traction despite persistent infrastructure and supply-chain hurdles.
Bay Area
Police: Woman booked for Professorville burglary
A Georgia woman was arrested in Palo Alto on Monday for burglarizing a home in the Professorville neighborhood and then trying to get into locked cars in Leland Manor, police said in a news release.
California
Prefab housing builders seek to show their stuff in L.A. fire recovery
Prefab home builders are rolling out new designs to appeal to Eaton and Palisades fire survivors. They see an opportunity to overcome doubts about factory-built housing.
Technology
President Trump Claims He Has More TikTok Followers Than Taylor Swift: Here’s How Wrong He Is
The singer has more than twice as many followers as the POTUS.
Culture
Primary Wave Closes Kobalt Acquisition, Creating a $7B Indie Powerhouse
The deal, which was first reported in February, includes Kobalt's worldwide operations, catalog and digital collection society AMRA.
California
Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
Private prison company CoreCivic sold two California properties to the Department of Homeland Security. It will continue operating them as ICE detention centers.
Culture
Pro-Palestinian Cultural Workers Call for Strike Over US Ambassador’s Visit to Venice
Protesters are invited to gather on July 17 at Campo San Zaccaria, where the ambassador's yacht is expected to dock.
Bay Area
Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jerry Brown Jerry Brown was the 34th and 39th governor of California. He was previously elected California Attorney General and Secretary of State, and served two terms as Oakland mayor. The promise of American public education rests on a […]
Bay Area
Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability
Local education officials in Oakland cherry-picked a single data point to justify closing of an important charter school, argues former governor Jerry Brown.
Bay Area
Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jerry Brown Jerry Brown was the 34th and 39th governor of California. He was previously elected California Attorney General and Secretary of State, and served two terms as Oakland mayor. The promise of American public education rests on a […]
Bay Area
Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jerry Brown Jerry Brown was the 34th and 39th governor of California. He was previously elected California Attorney General and Secretary of State, and served two terms as Oakland mayor. The promise of American public education rests on a […]
Bay Area
Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jerry Brown Jerry Brown was the 34th and 39th governor of California. He was previously elected California Attorney General and Secretary of State, and served two terms as Oakland mayor. The promise of American public education rests on a […]
Technology
RH Inks a Curatorial Partnership With Mercedes-AMG Petronas’ Formula 1 Team
In this unique design collaboration, RH will serve as the global interior design and luxury furnishings curator of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team.
Technology
Rachel Zegler-Led Psychological Thriller ‘NDA’ Acquired by Bleecker Street
Bleecker Street has acquired U.S. rights to the psychological thriller, “NDA,” starring Golden Globe winner Rachel Zegler (“West Side Story,” “Evita”), Penn Badgley (“You”) and Academy Award nominee Amy Ryan (“Gone Baby Gone,” “The Wire”). The film, which is currently in production in New York, is Audrey Ellis Fox’s debut feature. Zegler stars as Dana, […]
Culture
Raffaella Braun Named Co-President of Triple Tiger Records
The radio promo executive will lead the label with Annie Ortmeier.
Technology
Register: Risky Future AI Tools for Underwriting ‘Demo Day’ on July 8
Insurance Journal’s Risky Future series is hosting the “AI Tools for Underwriting” Demo Day, a series of free AI tool demonstrations designed exclusively for Carriers, MGAs, Specialty Program Leaders, and of course, Underwriters and Claims professionals. This event spotlights AI …
California
Remember Your Mom’s ‘Tanda’? Young Latinos Are Giving It a Tech-Savvy Twist
Young adults in California are modernizing tandas, a traditional community savings system.
Bay Area
Retired city attorney returns to Mountain View in interim post
Mountain View is bringing back a familiar face to serve as interim city attorney while the recruitment process is underway to find a permanent replacement for Jennifer Logue.
Culture
Rihanna Comes Down With a Case of the Stripes
Rihanna, in her crocheted track jacket and clashing striped skirt, reminds us that even the fashion girls can meet the sporty moment.
Technology
Rivian stock falls more than 10% as company sells 75 million shares to raise capital
The capital raise occurred during extended hours trading following Rivian shares increasing 8.1% on Monday after increasing 19.2% last week.
Technology
Robert Pattinson Compares ‘The Odyssey’ Character to Jacob in ‘Twilight’
The actor plays the primary antagonist Antinous in Christopher Nolan's epic action-fantasy film.
Technology
Rolling Stone Video Series ‘The Breakdown’ and ‘My Life in 10 Songs’ Are Headed to Netflix
New and archival episodes from both franchises will be available to watch on the streaming platform starting in August
Culture
Ronald van der Kemp Fall 2026 Couture
Ronald van der Kemp Fall 2026 Couture
Technology
SCOTUS lets Texas enforce app store law that Big Tech calls "censorship regime"
Texas win at 5th Circuit left in place as attempts to overturn age law continue.
California
SF Supervisor to Launch Inquiry on Waymo’s July Fourth Traffic Meltdown
San Francisco streets turned to gridlock after a special Fourth of July Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show. City leaders are working to understand the root causes.
California
SF supervisor calls for hearing over Fourth of July street and transit gridlock
Hours of traffic gridlock hampered people trying to leave after Fourth of July fireworks in San Francisco on Saturday night, stranding many in the Marina District until the early morning hours on Sunday. Now a member of the Board of Supervisors wants to call a hearing to discuss the problem. As the city’s fireworks show […] The post SF supervisor calls for hearing over Fourth of July street and transit gridlock appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
SF supervisor calls hearing on neglect, tenant safety at Western Addition apartments
Bilal Mahmood’s move follows Standard investigations on the Thomas Paine Square Apartments and Martin Luther King-Marcus Garvey Square Cooperative Apartments.
California
SF telehealth company agrees to pay $3.3M in fraud settlement; billing practices challenged
A San Francisco telehealth company has agreed to pay more than $3.3 million to settle a billing fraud case that was unearthed by a whistleblower, the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office announced Monday. Circle Medical Care of California, Circle Medical Technologies, Inc. and their medical director Dr. Nicole Tsang were accused of filing claims for […] The post SF telehealth company agrees to pay $3.3M in fraud settlement; billing practices challenged appeared first on Local News Matters .
Science
STAT+: For a Georgia entrepreneur, health coverage has never been affordable
Amy Bielawski is one of the 30 million people who run their own businesses. She's gone most of her life without health insurance.
Technology
Salma Hayek, Dakota Johnson, Pamela Anderson and Benicio Del Toro Among Kering Foundation’s Caring for Women Dinner Co-Hosts
Salma Hayek Pinault, François-Henri Pinault, Pamela Anderson, Simone Biles, Benicio Del Toro, Nacho Figueras, Dakota Johnson and Lorna Simpson will co-host the Kering Foundation’s fifth annual Caring for Women Dinner. This year’s event, taking place Sept. 10 at The Pool in New York City to coincide with the star of Fashion Week, will benefit Activating […]
Technology
Samsung Electronics shares fall as capex, demand concerns cloud record second-quarter profit report
Samsung Electronics shares fell even after record preliminary Q2 profit as capex and demand concerns clouded the outlook.
Bay Area
San Diego confirms first local Chagas infection. Expert says ‘be smart’
The disease was found in an asymptomatic blood donor during a routine screening.
Bay Area
San Francisco CEO Gets 6 Years for Scheme to Sell Adderall Online
A federal judge sentenced the CEO and founder of Done Global, a Bay Area-based digital health company, to 72 months in prison for fraudulently distributing stimulants via her telehealth company.
Bay Area
San Francisco Supervisors Put Public Bank Measure on November Ballot
If voters ultimately pass the measure later this fall, San Francisco would be the first U.S. city to have a municipal bank.
Bay Area
San Francisco museum closes for July, citing 'facility issue'
The museum initially expected a short closure.
Bay Area
San Francisco real estate enters its bidmaxxing era
Homes selling for at least $1 million over asking have surged 1,700% this year.
California
Santa Rosa launches new online portal to untangle $10K yearly permit applications
Santa Rosa handles roughly 10,000 permit applications a year, and starting this week, all of them can be submitted, tracked and paid for without a single trip to City Hall. A permit is the city’s official signoff before someone can build, renovate, host an event or make other changes that affect property or public space, […] The post Santa Rosa launches new online portal to untangle $10K yearly permit applications appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Schiaparelli! Dior! Armani Privé! A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Fall 2026 Couture Shows
Photographer Acielle Tanbetova captures every detail up-close at the couture shows in Paris.
Technology
Scientists say Beefalo are all beef, no -alo. Breeders disagree
A whole-genome analysis of Beefalo, a hybrid bison-cattle breed, suggests very few individuals have any bison DNA at all, a new study reports.
California
Scott Haggerty dies at 68; former supervisor championed wind energy in Alameda County
Former Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty died Sunday at the age of 68 after succumbing to a health condition, his family announced on social media. A longtime public servant, Haggerty served six four-year terms as District 1 supervisor, representing Dublin, Livermore, Fremont and unincorporated East County. The Board of Supervisors will honor his memory at […] The post Scott Haggerty dies at 68; former supervisor championed wind energy in Alameda County appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Sin Bandera Bring Escenas Tour to the U.S.: Here Are the Dates
The iconic romantic duo will bring its latest album to stages across the U.S. following a 19-date run of sold-out concerts throughout Latin America.
Technology
Sky Yang Signs With Range Media Partners (EXCLUSIVE)
Range Media Partners has signed Sky Yang for representation, Variety has learned exclusively. Yang continues to be repped by Independent Talent Group, Jackoway Austen Tyerman, and Pippa Being. Yang is a graduate of the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art. He made his television debut in the Paramount+ adaptation of the megahit video game […]
Technology
Slayr Readies New Avant Nova EP
The Philadelphia rapper plans to kick off his first North American headlining tour this August
California
SoCal businesses lose fight over gas-powered appliances
Southern California air regulators can move forward with new limits on the sale of certain gas-powered appliances, including water heaters. Despite pushback from businesses and developers, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in a 2-1 ruling last week upheld restrictions on commercial and industrial gas appliances in four Los Angeles-area counties. The ruling directly affects […]
Technology
Solos debuts an even lighter version of its camera-less smart glasses
Solos announced a new version of its AirGo smart glasses, one that forgoes cameras for a sleeker design and an AI assistant that relies on voice interactions. Last year's AirGo A5 weighed 36 to 40 grams depending on the frame style, but the new AirGo A6 weigh around 19 grams. Part of the weight savings […] The AirGo A6 are available in multiple designs including several transparent color options. | Image: Solos Solos announced a new version of its AirGo smart glasses, one that forgoes cameras for a sleeker design and an AI assistant that relies on voice interactions. Last year's AirGo A5 weighed 36 to 40 grams depending on the frame style, but the new AirGo A6 weigh around 19 grams. Part of the weight savings comes from thinner temple arms housing speakers, batteries, and other electronics. For comparison, the new Meta Glasses announced last month weigh around 54 to nearly 60 grams
Markets
Sompo to Acquire Service Insurance Companies to Expand US Workers Comp
Sompo International Holdings Ltd. said it has a definitive agreement to acquire Service Insurance Companies, a monoline workers’ compensation insurance company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “Together with Service Insurance Companies’ seasoned leadership team and proven workers’ compensation …
Technology
SpaceX wins wild praise, with one analyst going so far as to predict a 400% stock surge
Wall Street is using colorful language as analysts cheer major upside potential for SpaceX’s stock.
Science
SpaceX’s two lead underwriters have a $1 trillion chasm between their valuations as IPO quiet period ends
The two lead underwriters on SpaceX’s initial public offering, Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, have a valuation gap of more than $1 trillion as they both initiated coverage at buy.
Technology
Standing Ground Fall 2026 Couture: Great Expectations
Michael Stewart made a splash with his confident debut at Paris Couture Week.
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.
Bay Area
State grant helps Fremont fund maintenance on 9 city-owned bridges
Nine city-owned bridges in Fremont will get a new lease on life thanks to a state grant that will fund preventative maintenance. The Fremont City Council will consider giving final approval for the $2.9 million expenditure when it meets Tuesday. The city already earmarked its required 20% match for the state grant. The city will […] The post State grant helps Fremont fund maintenance on 9 city-owned bridges appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Stellantis to sell small Fiat Topolino EV for $13,995 in U.S.
While the Topolino resembles a small car such as the Fiat 500, the EV is actually a quadricycle that functions more like a golf cart.
Technology
Strait of Hormuz threat level raised to 'severe' after Iran attacks tankers using U.S. Navy route
Iran's military has warned it will target ships that do not use a northern route approved by Tehran.
Technology
Stéphane Rolland Fall 2026 Couture: Dalida Forever
The designer paid tribute to the late singer at Paris’ Olympia theater.
Bay Area
Successful California wildlife tunnel just the start for these struggling pumas
New camera and roadkill data tells the tale.
Bay Area
Sunnyvale man sues ICE, alleging violent arrest and medical neglect
A Sunnyvale man who suffered an acute medical emergency following his arrest by immigration authorities last year filed a federal lawsuit Monday alleging civil rights violations.
Bay Area
Sunnyvale man sues ICE, alleging violent arrest and medical neglect
A Sunnyvale man who suffered an acute medical emergency following his arrest by immigration authorities last year filed a federal lawsuit Monday alleging civil rights violations.
Bay Area
Sunnyvale man sues ICE, alleging violent arrest and medical neglect
A Sunnyvale man who suffered an acute medical emergency following his arrest by immigration authorities last year filed a federal lawsuit Monday alleging civil rights violations.
Bay Area
Sunnyvale man sues ICE, alleging violent arrest and medical neglect
A Sunnyvale man who suffered an acute medical emergency following his arrest by immigration authorities last year filed a federal lawsuit Monday alleging civil rights violations.
Technology
Supreme Court's Kagan, Barrett to testify to House for budget request, a first since 2019
Supreme Court justices last testified to Congress was 2019, when Elena Kagan and Samuel Alito discussed a budget request with a House subcommittee.
Technology
Surprisingly large number of people may have marker for tick-linked meat allergy
There's still a slew of questions about why some people develop alpha-gal syndrome.
Technology
Taylor Swift Fans Eagerly Await First Look at Her Wedding Dress
As details trickle out, the image of the bride’s Dior ensemble remains under wraps.
California
Tech devices in California’s new cars create thorny political issues
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Automobiles have gradually evolved over the last two decades from mechanical devices into electronic platforms featuring computer screens and numerous other digital capabilities. A few years ago, the California Air Resources Board began requiring automakers to install devices in vehicles to record and […]
Bay Area
Tech devices in California’s new cars create thorny political issues
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Automobiles have gradually evolved over the last two decades from mechanical devices into electronic platforms featuring computer screens and numerous other digital capabilities. A few years ago, the California Air Resources Board began requiring automakers to install devices in vehicles to record and […]
California
Tech devices in California’s new cars create thorny political issues
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Automobiles have gradually evolved over the last two decades from mechanical devices into electronic platforms featuring computer screens and numerous other digital capabilities. A few years ago, the California Air Resources Board began requiring automakers to install devices in vehicles to record and […]
California
Tech devices in California’s new cars create thorny political issues
Devices that record vehicle operational data for state air quality regulators could also violate privacy and be used to tax drivers by the mile.
Bay Area
Tech devices in California’s new cars create thorny political issues
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Automobiles have gradually evolved over the last two decades from mechanical devices into electronic platforms featuring computer screens and numerous other digital capabilities. A few years ago, the California Air Resources Board began requiring automakers to install devices in vehicles to record and […]
Culture
Telemundo Partners With GTS Label for ‘Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos’ Music Competition Series
The partnership gives the Spanish label a first-look signing right on artists emerging from the new U.S. TV show.
Science
Tesla’s stock could rise 20% thanks to the potential for a SpaceX merger, analyst says
Some on Wall Street see an increasing likelihood that Elon Musk’s two biggest companies will combine.
California
Tether Dance Project premieres full-length ‘Escapement’ in SF
“Escapement” is the title of the new, evening-length piece by University of California, Berkeley dance department alums Tatianna Steiner and Teo Lin-Bianco, co-founders with Ella Wright of Tether Dance Project.   “Coming from a university with a lot of structure, when we entered the real world there’s a lot of unraveling of that structure. We wanted to explore our personal experiences with that in more of […] The post Tether Dance Project premieres full-length ‘Escapement’ in SF appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
The 12 Major Interior Design Trends Shaping Our Homes in 2026
From homespun, lived-in spaces hanging textiles, Vogue takes a look at the top interiors trends shaping our homes in 2026.
Culture
The Best Street Style Photos From the Fall 2026 Couture Shows
Photographer Phil Oh captures the drama and frivolity in Paris as designers present their latest couture collections.
Culture
The Indian Atelier Behind Dior, Prada and Fendi Launches Its Own Line
After four decades of craft for other people’s labels, Chanakya International now has one of its own, Chorus
Technology
The Nintendo Switch's days are numbered—but what is that number?
Ars analysis suggests the 9-year-old console could keep selling for years.
Bay Area
The US May Be Out of the World Cup. But Bay Area Soccer Is Here to Stay
You can support local teams that proudly represent the region’s culture and history. Here are a few to start following now.
California
The US men's run at the World Cup ends with a 4-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium
The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U.S. striker.
Technology
The Weather Channel increases streaming subscription prices by up to $20
Livestreaming the channel through its app now starts at $5 per month.
California
The curious case of the private eye artist and the government inquiry
Artist Julia Weist's new play "Questioning" opens July 10 at New Theater Hollywood and draws from an actual interrogation she underwent after applying to renew her private investigator's license.
California
The intimate odyssey of Christopher Nolan's latest epic: 'I've been telling this story in all my films'
Christopher Nolan explains 'The Odyssey': The director discusses how he made the epic new film starring Matt Damon that was shot entirely on Imax.
Technology
The ‘G-Wagen of golf carts’ could be the ideal second car
While the auto industry wrings its hands over the electric vehicle market, sweating details like aerodynamic efficiency and range anxiety, a new EV startup based in Lisbon, Portugal, is zagging in a different direction. Amble's new electric buggy won't impress anyone with its 0-60 time or its self-driving features (it has none). Instead, it takes […] While the auto industry wrings its hands over the electric vehicle market, sweating details like aerodynamic efficiency and range anxiety, a new EV startup based in Lisbon, Portugal, is zagging in a different direction. Amble's new electric buggy won't impress anyone with its 0-60 time or its self-driving features (it has none). Instead, it takes a stab at the belief that cars have gotten too big, too fast, and perhaps could use a bit of a downgrade in both departments. The Amble One is a premium, street-legal buggy with a gorgeous neo
Technology
These Cool and Comfortable Travel Shoes Will Take You From Airport to Aperitivo
Our tried-and-tested favorites, from Tyler The Creator's Converse collab to Zendaya's designs for On.
Technology
Think the U.S. stock market is too heavily exposed to AI? It’s even worse abroad.
Stock-market concentration is hardly just an issue in the U.S.
Bay Area
This is the guy who made it legal to drink a cocktail in Ikea
Bar manager Austin Klein doesn’t think Saluhall is beyond saving. He might be the hollowed-out food hall’s last chance.
Technology
This race car is made from plant fibers, volcanoes, ... and seawater?
The T70S can be eligible for racing events or built to be road-legal.
Culture
This ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Star Is Headed to the ‘Big Brother’ House for Season 28
Jason De Puy, aka Salina EsTitties, thinks the other houseguests are going to be "gagged" by his strategy.
Science
Thousands of Medicare Beneficiaries Thought Their Drug Plan Was Free. Then They Lost It.
Thousands of people who had a Medicare drug plan with zero-dollar premiums last year got small premium increases this year — and didn’t know it. They were dropped from their coverage for failing to pay amounts as little as $8, and most can’t get it again until 2027.
California
Tito Double P seizes the spotlight with his latest album, 'Acomodo'
'Acomodo' is an ambitious, strictly solo undertaking for the Mexican singer, who raised his profile through collaborations with Peso Pluma and Luis R. Conriquez.
Technology
Told Slant’s New Album is What's Up
Felix Walworth’s “New York record” arrives September 4
California
Tom Sandoval's ex Victoria Robinson accuses him of abuse; her restraining order is denied
Tom Sandoval's ex girlfriend, model Victoria Robinson, filed a dueling restraining order against the reality star, claiming he pushed her down the stairs and attacked her father.
Technology
Traders on Kalshi think the Nasdaq-100 will end 2026 above 30,000, predicting a cooler second half of the year
Speculators think the massive rally in the Nasdaq-100 since the lows following the U.S.-Iran war will be more subdued in the second half of 2026.
Bay Area
Trump Accounts offer free funds for some children, but advisors say they may not fit every family
The tax-deferred accounts are invested in low-cost index funds and are available to people under 18.
Markets
Trump Ramps Up War on Regulations With 702 Cuts in Pipeline
The Trump administration is stepping up its efforts to cut red tape across the federal government, releasing a regulatory plan that would eliminate 702 existing administrative rules. The reductions published on Friday set a record for the number of deregulatory …
Technology
Trump ally Nigel Farage quits UK parliament amid finance scandal to fight special election
Reform U.K. leader Nigel Farage has quit as MP for Clacton, forcing a by-election that he has said he will fight.
Technology
Trump arrives in Turkey as NATO is strained by Russian attacks, U.S. impatience
Trump frequently vented about NATO members' refusal to heed U.S. calls for help clearing the Strait of Hormuz during its campaign against Iran.
Bay Area
Trump building granite helipad on White House South Lawn
Trump confirmed that he is constructing a granite helipad for Marine One on the White House South Lawn
Markets
Trump calls Walmart ‘patriotic’ for cutting beef prices — in a stark change of tune
The president hasn’t always approved of Walmart’s moves, having criticized the chain’s response to tariffs last year.
Technology
Trump renews Greenland threats at NATO summit, says U.S. could remove troops from Europe
NATO fell into a crisis earlier this year as Trump demanded that the U.S. must take control of Greenland on national security grounds.
Bay Area
Trump says he'll consider giving Turkey F-35 jets, adds that US will lift sanctions
President Donald Trump, during the first day of the NATO Summit in Ankara on Tuesday, said he will consider allowing Turkey to buy American F-35 fighter jets.
News
Trump's EEOC abandons key tool for combating workplace discrimination
For more than 60 years, the federal government has relied on the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to enforce laws against workplace discrimination. The Department of Justice is now challenging a legal framework that has underpinned that work for decades. Geoff Bennett discussed the policy shift and its implications with Jenny Yang, a former chair of the EEOC.
Technology
Twisted Teens Announce New Album Florida Water Blues
The New Orleans duo’s second LP of 2026 is out this Friday, followed by an extensive tour
Technology
U.K. judge dismisses Prince Harry's privacy invasion lawsuit against publisher of Daily Mail
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz near Bandar Abbas, Iran, May 4, 2026. Photo by Amirhosein Khorgooi /ISNA/ WANA via Reuters
Technology
U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team Eliminated From World Cup Competition in Loss to Belgium
The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team has been eliminated from World Cup competition in a hard 4-1 loss Monday evening to Belgium in the Round of 16 of the global soccer tournament. Belgium defeated the U.S. in a match held before a capacity crowd at Seattle Stadium. The game is expected to deliver NFL-level ratings […]
Technology
U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after attacks on tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military launched new strikes against Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels that were transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump administration also revoked a key waiver that allowed the sale of Iranian oil. Geoff Bennett discussed what the latest developments could mean for the global oil supply with maritime security expert Ian Ralby.
Technology
U.S. launches strikes against Iran after ships hit in Strait of Hormuz
The American military strikes against Iran are expected to go on for hours and strike a variety of military sites and port facilities, U.S. officials said.
Technology
U.S. loses to Belgium 4-1; Balogun plays after Trump calls FIFA
FIFA reversed Folarin Balogun’s suspension after Trump sought a review, letting the U.S. striker play Belgium over objections.
Technology
U.S. revokes Iran oil sales authorization after tanker attacks
Treasury had waived sanctions on Iranian oil through Aug. 21 after Washington and Tehran inked an interim deal to reopen Hormuz last month.
Culture
UK Artists Accuse Shuttering Artist Pension Trust of ‘Epic Betrayal,’ Former Barnes Foundation President Richard Glanton Has Died, and More: Morning Links for July 7, 2026
Over 40 artists allege APT London Inc has been operating an "unlawful" scheme presented as a pension program for artists.
Technology
ULA's last six Atlas Vs can't launch anything besides Boeing's Starliner
Amazon says it has enough satellites in orbit to begin initial broadband service at mid-latitudes later this year.
Bay Area
US Air Force's largest aircraft used to remove $5B in illegal drugs from Calif.
The U.S. Air Force used its largest aircraft to help the DEA transport the drugs.
Technology
US Cyber Agency Is Using Anthropic’s Mythos to Audit Government Code: Sources
The U.S. cyber defense agency CISA is using Anthropic’s AI model Mythos to audit government software, three people familiar with the matter said on Monday, another sign of government enthusiasm for adopting the AI startup’s tools even as the company …
Technology
US airlines’ monthly fuel spending topped $6B again in May, up 84% from year ago
Government data released Tuesday shows that U.S. airlines spent $6.66 billion on jet fuel in May
Technology
Ukraine has already won the war against Russia, Finnish president tells CNBC
Ukraine needs NATO, but NATO needs Ukraine just as much, the Finnish president told CNBC on Tuesday.
Technology
Update: Qatari LNG Ship Struck in Strait of Hormuz, Testing US Talks
A Qatari liquefied natural gas carrier was hit and a laden Saudi oil tanker suffered damage as they exited the Strait of Hormuz, heightening unease among shipowners and testing a US-Iran agreement to halt attacks. The Al Rekayyat gas carrier …
Technology
VR and gaming are adding a kick to taekwondo
Virtual taekwondo is gaining popularity as a structured competitive discipline in Southeast Asia
Technology
Valerie Brathwaite, Sculptor Who Drew Parallels Between Landscapes and Bodies, Has Died
One of the most celebrated artists in Venezuela, she blazed a trail all her own.
News
WATCH: Trump says in Erdogan meeting that U.S. will lift Turkey sanctions, consider selling F-35s
"We're going to be taking the sanctions off, OK?" President Donald Trump said in response to a question during a meeting at the presidential palace in Ankara.
Technology
Watch U2 Crash a Family’s Apartment in New Music Video
“Street of Dreams” is from their forthcoming as-yet-untitled studio album
Bay Area
Waymo calls San Mateo police on teens for drinking, shooting toy guns from driverless vehicle
Two 15-year-olds on a Waymo joyride were intercepted by police and detained for underaged drinking and shooting Orbeez gel blasters from their driverless vehicle, after the autonomous company called the police to stop them.
Bay Area
Waymo calls San Mateo, California police on teens for drinking, shooting toy guns from driverless vehicle
Waymo called San Mateo, California police on teens for drinking and shooting toy guns from a driverless vehicle.
California
Waymo reports teen riders for bad behavior and delivers them to the police
Two 15-year-olds drinking alcohol and shooting toy guns in the back of a Waymo were caught by police after the vehicle contacted law enforcement.
Bay Area
Wellness center allcove Palo Alto gets a lifeline in state budget
State Assembly member Marc Berman, who previously served on the Palo Alto City Council, helped secure $5 million for local allcove centers in the 2026-27 California budget, according to a Tuesday press release.
Markets
We’re spending $7,000 to attend 7 weddings this year — and that’s after cutting corners
Plus: How to decline a wedding invitation without feeling like a jerk
Bay Area
Whale causes catastrophic damage to New Jersey fire department marine unit
The whale struck the boat in the New York, New Jersey port area on Saturday afternoon.
Technology
What 124 Future Business Leaders Really Think About AI and Work
As speculation about artificial intelligence and job loss continues to dominate headlines, a new analysis from the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business offers something rarer: direct insight from the professionals who are living through the transition. …
Technology
What Sky Is Really Buying in the ITV Deal
The blockbuster deal separates two things that made ITV unusually powerful — its network and its studio — and raises uncomfortable questions about the future of British television.
News
What to know about the electronic ankle monitor a French court says Marine Le Pen must wear
If Le Pen's conviction is eventually upheld, a specialized judge will decide how her electronic monitoring will be carried out, the residence where she must serve the sentence and the hours she will be permitted to leave.
Technology
When and Where to Watch Argentina vs. Egypt World Cup Match Live Online
The do-or-die Round of 16 matchup will be held at Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday, July 7.
Technology
Whering Wardrobe Styling App Raises $7M in Funding Led by EBay Ventures, Google AI Futures
The app, which urges users to create outfits from clothing and accessories they already own, will use the new funding to ramp up AI-powered functions including virtual try-on, and hyper-personalized styling advice.
Markets
Who should handle your estate plan: Your lawyer or your financial adviser?
The more people who have eyeballs on your situation, the better — but at some point, you are going to need a legal specialist.
Technology
Why Zendaya Botched Her Lines on First Day of ‘The Odyssey’ Filming: “My Mouth Was Just Frozen”
The actress plays Greek goddess Athena in filmmaker Christopher Nolan's latest film.
Technology
Why oil investors fear the next toll fight could be the Strait of Malacca
The prospect of fees to transit the Strait of Hormuz has sparked alarm, not least by investors who fear it could be replicated in other maritime corridors.
Culture
Will Madonna Win a Grammy (or Three) for ‘Confessions II’?
How Grammy voters slowly came to embrace the Queen of Pop.
California
Wind Advisory issued July 7 at 10:54AM PDT until July 8 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Isolated gusts to 60 mph from Gaviota to Refugio. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 8 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
California
Woman missing for weeks found dead short walk from her desert home
A Piñon Hills woman who went missing in late May was found dead in a desert area near her home, authorities said.
Technology
World Cup Sets Another Ratings Record in U.S. Loss to Belgium
Fox's telecast drew 30 million viewers Monday night, according to early Nielsen numbers.
Technology
World Cup in photos: Belgium beats U.S. 4-1 after Balogun controversy, Ronaldo exits
The U.S. is out of the World Cup, losing 4-1 to Belgium in the Round of 16 in a match blemished by suspension of Folarin Balogun's red card. Ronaldo exits.
Technology
X says top accounts steal videos from other users as it announces new video tools
Nikita Bier, X's head of product, said in a post on Monday that "[m]any videos from top accounts are simply stolen from other users, sometimes 5 years after they originally went viral," while noting that videos on the platform "make up close to half the impressions on X." According to Bier, X is launching a […] Nikita Bier, X's head of product, said in a post on Monday that "[m]any videos from top accounts are simply stolen from other users, sometimes 5 years after they originally went viral," while noting that videos on the platform "make up close to half the impressions on X." According to Bier, X is launching a new in-app video editor and recorder to address this "recycled content," so that "some videos on X can finally be original content that doesn't exist on other platforms." As previously reported by TechCrunch , the new video tools are available now on X's iOS app, and incl
Technology
Xbox’s bold plan for the future sounds nearly impossible
It's another bad week for the video game industry. Microsoft outlined a series of layoffs on Monday that Xbox CEO Asha Sharma described as "the most significant restructure in Xbox history." But buried in Sharma's memo was a curiously optimistic statement: "I want Xbox to be one of the few companies that entertains more than […] It's another bad week for the video game industry. Microsoft outlined a series of layoffs on Monday that Xbox CEO Asha Sharma described as " the most significant restructure in Xbox history ." But buried in Sharma's memo was a curiously optimistic statement: "I want Xbox to be one of the few companies that entertains more than a billion people each day and gives everyone the opportunity to create and connect," she wrote. Xbox has been a shambling mess after Microsoft spent billions of dollars with little to show for it, and now it aims to reach a much bigge
Culture
Yung Miami’s ‘Spend Dat’ Reaches Hot 100 Top 20, Surpassing City Girls’ Peak
The cultural smash gives the rapper her first solo radio No. 1.
Culture
Yungblud Backed by SZA, Scott Ian & More After Responding to ‘Industry Plant’ Accusations
"To be truthful. Recently, I’ve been really struggling,” Yungblud wrote.
Culture
Zendaya’s Latest ‘Odyssey’ Look Was Blessed by the Fashion Gods
Zendaya wore a look from Alexander McQueen’s spring 1997 couture collection for Givenchy—his first offering for the house.
Technology
iFixit has a new toolkit for fixing appliances, building furniture, and household repairs
iFixit is best known for its detailed gadget teardowns and toolkits designed to help you crack open and troubleshoot your own electronics. Today it announced a new toolkit that's instead tailored to household repairs or DIY projects like fixing appliances or assembling flat-packed furniture. iFixit describes its $34.95 Megalodon Driver Kit as a "compact kit […] iFixit is best known for its detailed gadget teardowns and toolkits designed to help you crack open and troubleshoot your own electronics . Today it announced a new toolkit that's instead tailored to household repairs or DIY projects like fixing appliances or assembling flat-packed furniture. iFixit describes its $34.95 Megalodon Driver Kit as a "compact kit for the modern home" and it includes a new screwdriver the company designed to be a better alternative to traditional ratcheting drivers. The star of the show is the Meg
Technology
iRobot’s newest floor cleaner isn’t a robot
iRobot just announced its first-ever non-robotic floor cleaner. The $399 Roomba Electro Plus is a 5-in-1 hard-floor cleaner that combines vacuuming, mopping, and disinfecting, but you have to operate it yourself. The company also announced updates to its line of Roomba robot vacuums, launching five new models with higher suction power, smaller footprints, and lower […] The Roomba Electro Plus is iRobot’s first manually-operated floor cleaner. | Image: iRobot iRobot just announced its first-ever non-robotic floor cleaner. The $399 Roomba Electro Plus is a 5-in-1 hard-floor cleaner that combines vacuuming, mopping, and disinfecting, but you have to operate it yourself. The company also announced updates to its line of Roomba robot vacuums, launching five new models with higher suction power, smaller footprints, and lower prices. These largely replace the line that arrived in 2025 . D
Technology
‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ Moves Up Release Date to July, Drops Intense First Trailer
The animated film “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” will now premiere in July rather than October as originally planned. Paramount has announced that the film, which continues the story from “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” will debut globally on Paramount+ on July 25. The film was originally supposed to debut on Oct. 9 in theaters before […]
Technology
‘Big Brother’ Season 28 Cast Revealed: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Alum, Rocket Scientist, MMA Fighter and More
The reality competition series, which also includes a pickleball coach and jumbotron engineer among its players, premieres July 9 on CBS.
Technology
‘CODA’ Director Sian Heder’s ‘Being Heumann’ to Open Toronto Film Festival
The Apple Studios feature joins a 2026 TIFF lineup to include world premieres for Susanna White’s ‘Prima Facie' legal drama starring Cynthia Erivo, and Hur Jin-ho’s ‘The Assassin(s).’
Technology
‘Enola Holmes 3’ Debuts With 20.7 Million Views in Five Days
Millie Bobby Brown’s Netflix film franchise “Enola Holmes” returned with its third installment on July 1. The new movie debuted with 20.7 million views in five days. With that total, “Enola Holmes 3” became the most-watched title on Netflix during the week of June 29 to July 5. Still, the film has had a slower […]
Technology
‘I Hate Taylor Swift’: Everything Donald Trump Has Ever Said About the Pop Star
The politician has praised the singer's looks and disparaged her political views.
Markets
‘I make my own pizza’: What’s the best way you’ve found to save money?
“Saving money doesn’t have to be about pizza — it could be coffee, cooking, cleaning, vacations, or anything else.”
Markets
‘I’ve plenty of time on my hands’: Advisers bombard me with offers of free steak dinners. Is it wrong to go for the food?
“I get hungry for a meal at a good restaurant.”
Technology
‘NCIS: New York’ Casts Jennifer Beals, Jacqueline Byers, Shane Harper, Devin Druid
“NCIS: New York,” the upcoming newest entry in the CBS franchise, has added four new cast members. Variety has confirmed that Jennifer Beals (“The L Word,” “Devil in a Blue Dress”), Jacqueline Byers (“Salvation,” “Dark Winds”), Shane Harper (“Good Luck Charlie,” “Power Book IV: Force”), and Devin Druid (“13 Reasons Why,” “Olive Kitteridge”) have all […]
Technology
‘Obsession’ Sets Collector’s Edition 4K Blu-ray Release
After becoming a breakout theatrical hit, “Obsession” will release on Blu-ray 4K and DVD on July 14. The physical editions are available to pre-order on Amazon, where it’s a No. 1 bestseller. The Collector’s Edition release includes the film in 4K with Dolby Vision and HDR10, along with English Dolby Atmos audio, a Blu-ray disc […]
Technology
‘Our family is broken beyond repair’: My brother took over my parents’ finances. What can I do?
“Without telling me, my brother petitioned for sole guardianship of our mother.”
Bay Area
‘Section 415’ podcast: The good, the bad, and the ugly of the U.S. in the World Cup
Despite a crushing loss to Belgium on Monday, the U.S. men’s national team made progress under coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Technology
‘Selamlik’ Wins Eurimages Co-Production Development Award at Karlovy Vary Film Festival
KVIFF Promises, part of the industry program of Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival, has unveiled the winners of the Eurimages Co-production Development Award, as well as other prizes. The Eurimages Co-production Development Award, with a 20,000 Euros ($22,800) cash prize, went to “Selamlik” (Sweden, Denmark), directed by Jerry Carlsson, written by Khaled Alesmael and produced […]
Technology
‘The Cadburys’: BritBox Unveils Cast for Six-Part Drama on British Chocolate Empire
Harry Gilby, Toby Regbo, Jessica Barden, Mathew Baynton and Ben Hardy are among those starring in the Birmingham-set series, inspired by Deborah Cadbury's book 'Chocolate Wars.'
Technology
‘The Five-Star Weekend’ Review: Jennifer Garner Leads a Peacock Summer Binge That Could Use Less Sugar, More Salt
Regina Hall, Chloë Sevigny and Timothy Olyphant also star in the drama based on Elin Hilderbrand's novel about a widow who convenes her four best friends for a Nantucket getaway.
Technology
‘The Sopranos’ Creator David Chase on What He’d Change About the Show and His HBO LSD Project: Karlovy Vary
The seven-time Emmy winner, speaking at a reporters' roundtable at the Czech fest, also addressed today's unusual unhappiness in the U.S., James Gandolfini, the actor he'd still love to work with and why Hollywood in the 1970s "was like apartheid."
Bay Area
‘This world ain’t right’: A 72-year-old is swept up in SF’s flood of evictions
As evictions hit an 11-year high, the city’s safety net strains to catch elderly and mentally ill tenants losing their homes.
Technology
“U.S. Soccer Is Not Ready for Primetime”: Americans React to USMNT’s Dismal World Cup Exit
After a shellacking from Belgium, prominent figures from the world of U.S. sports didn't hold back in their criticisms of the home team.
Culture
“You Can’t Let the Dress Wear You”: The Odyssey’s Samantha Morton on Channeling Circe Through Style
The actor is doing red carpet method dressing her way for The Odyssey’s press tour. “We needed to do Circe justice. She is seductive, dangerous, and holds so much power.”