California
'Moana' loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening
Disney's live-action remake of 'Moana' came in first at the box office this weekend, but underperformed expectations.
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2026-07-12
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Culture
20 Years On, Victoria Beckham Refines Her WAG Style
In 2006, WAG supreme Victoria Beckham ruled the World Cup stands in micro shorts, tiny tank tops, and an XXL Birkin. Last night, with family in tow, she embraced the modern V.B. look.
Bay Area
55-year-old Bay Area electronics company to close plant, lay off 200
The WARN filing listed 212 layoffs, including managers like the company president.
Bay Area
A new ICE facility could speed up deportations for families and kids
The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding facility for migrant families and unaccompanied children next to an airport hub, positioning itself to speed up deportations.
California
Academy Award-winning special effects pioneer Don Iwerks dies at 96
The Academy Award-winner created special effects used in Disney films and attractions around the world.
Technology
Apple’s failed self-driving car program left a legacy of powerful AI chips
Apple's self-driving car program never really got off the ground, but it may have been what made the company's chips the powerful AI performers they are. Early in the development of the self-driving platform, Apple realized that it would need powerful on-device AI processing. While the car processor was never finished, as Mark Gurman details […] Apple's self-driving car program never really got off the ground , but it may have been what made the company's chips the powerful AI performers they are. Early in the development of the self-driving platform, Apple realized that it would need powerful on-device AI processing . While the car processor was never finished , as Mark Gurman details in his latest Power On newsletter, it did lead to the development of the Neural Engine, the backbone of Apple's on-device AI processing. The Neural Engine made its debut with the iPhone X and the A11
Culture
Back-to-Back! Jannik Sinner Keeps Hold of His Wimbledon Crown
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner retained his Wimbledon men’s singles title with his victory over French Open champion Alexander Zverev.
Bay Area
Bay Area firefighters train with controlled burn while also reducing wildfire risk
Firefighters in Marin County were intentionally setting fire to dry grass and brush on Saturday as part of a controlled burn operation aimed at reducing wildfire risk and preparing crews for the months ahead.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 12 at 2:14AM PDT until July 15 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Potential thunderstorms could produce lightning. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Lightning strikes can harm individuals. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A south to southwest swell will affect the coastal waters through the week. With the longer period swell, the potential for larger surf and a greater risk for rip currents. High tides are expected to continue through thi
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 12 at 9:02AM PDT until July 15 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Potential thunderstorms could produce lightning. Abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.5 feet are expected each evening. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Lightning strikes can harm individuals. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A south to southwest swell will affect the coastal waters through the week. With abnormally high tides and south swell, there is the potential for some minor coastal floodi
Markets
Beyoncé Brings the Business Capri Suit to the Stage With Jay-Z
It was a family affair at the first of three anniversary shows for Jay-Z, bringing out both Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter.
Bay Area
Bipartisan housing bill becomes law without Trump's signature: Here's what to know
A bipartisan bill designed to make homes more affordable for Americans is now law, despite no signature from President Donald Trump on Friday. Supporters call the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act the most comprehensive housing reform in at least 30 years. Here's what to know.
Technology
Blue Prince became a bonding — and learning — experience for my family
I've always been the gamer in the family. When my son was born nearly 11 years ago, gaming was one of the things I looked forward to sharing with him. Pulling up a chair next to me, he would watch as I played Sea of Thieves with friends, often wearing the too-big-for-his-head headset to talk […] My wife and son spent their weekends exploring and piecing together the mansion in Blue Prince. | Image: Courtesy of Raw Fury I've always been the gamer in the family. When my son was born nearly 11 years ago, gaming was one of the things I looked forward to sharing with him. Pulling up a chair next to me, he would watch as I played Sea of Thieves with friends, often wearing the too-big-for-his-head headset to talk with them, instructing me where to go. Now instead of him watching me play through Clair Obscur , I'm sitting next to him and he battles Calamity Ganon in Breath of the Wild . Hi
Technology
Bob Dylan’s Revolving Door of Touring Guitarists Welcomes Another New Addition
Memphis-based guitarist Jad Tariq made his debut in Dylan's unit Friday in Cincinnati, filling in for fellow new addition Julian Lage
Technology
Box Office: ‘Moana’ Flounders With $43 Million Debut, Among Weakest of Disney’s Live-Action Remakes
“Moana” failed to make a splash at the box office, earning $43 million from 3,827 North American theaters in its opening weekend. Those ticket sales, though enough for No. 1 on box office charts, are disastrous given the live-action “Moana” remake has a massive $250 million production budget — and that’s before Disney’s hefty marketing […]
Technology
Box Office: ‘Moana’ Struggles With $52 Million Overseas, ‘Toy Story 5’ Powers to $879 Million Globally
Apparently the call wasn’t out there at all for “Moana,” which brought in just $52 million in its international box office debut. Disney’s latest live-action remake struggled to make waves with $43 million domestically and $95 million worldwide, a catastrophic start given the film cost $250 million to produce. Heading into the weekend, Disney was […]
Technology
Britney Spears Dismisses Odd Behavior on L.A. Highway: ‘Nothing Is What It Seems’
"What people see is two seconds of insanity of me arching me to the lords," singer writes of standing through a moonroof on 101 Freeway
California
C&H Sugar, Striking Workers to Meet for First Time in Monthlong Strike
The sugar company wants to cut benefits and increase pay, but workers say the compromise isn’t worth it.
Technology
Camelback Inn Resort Unveils $25 Million Spa Renovation in the Desert
The new spa draws inspiration from the resort's Sonoran Desert surroundings with four 'pathways' designed around focus areas of intention.
California
Candidate filing period opens Monday for three Santa Rosa City Council seats
Santa Rosa residents looking to start or continue a political career should mark their calendars for Monday, which is when the nomination period opens for three City Council seats. The city of Santa Rosa will start accepting candidate nomination applications on Monday for people interested in running for the district 2, 4 and 6 seats […] The post Candidate filing period opens Monday for three Santa Rosa City Council seats appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 1:40PM PDT until July 15 at 4:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Pacific Coast including Monterey Bay. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 10:06 PM 7/12, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 11:01 PM 7/13, 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 11:55 PM 7/14. These predictions include both astronomical tides and roughly 3-6 inches of additional water mainly from a combination of thermal expansion and accumulated sea level rise since the tidal datum was established (1983-2001). High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 1:40PM PDT until July 16 at 4:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bayshore locations along the San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 10:06 PM 7/12, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 11:01 PM 7/13, 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 11:55 PM 7/14, 1.3 ft above normal (7.1 ft MLLW) at 12:48 AM 7/16. These predictions include both astronomical tides and roughly 3-6 inches of additional water mainly from a combination of thermal expansion and accumulated sea level rise since the tidal datum was established (1983- 2001). High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pac
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 3:10PM PDT until July 13 at 12:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High astronomical tides will cause minor flooding in low lying areas around Humboldt Bay. Up to one quarter foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways. Between 8.7 and 8.9 feet MLLW at the North Spit tide gauge is predicted. * WHERE...Northern Coastal Humboldt County. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight PDT tonight. High tide is at 10:36 PM at the Humboldt Bay North Spit tide gauge. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high tide. * IMPACTS...Flooding of low lying areas around Humboldt Bay including parks and roads with only isolated closures expected. Flooding will likely impact Jackson Ranch Road in the Arcata Bottoms and several roads in King Salmon.
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 5:38AM PDT until July 15 at 4:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Pacific Coast including Monterey Bay. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 9:11 PM 7/11, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 10:06 PM 7/12, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 11:01 PM 7/13, 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 11:55 PM 7/14. These predictions include both astronomical tides and roughly 3-6 inches of additional water mainly from a combination of thermal expansion and accumulated sea level rise since the tidal datum was established (1983-2001). High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 5:38AM PDT until July 16 at 4:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bayshore locations along the San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 9:11 PM 7/11, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 10:06 PM 7/12, 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 11:01 PM 7/13, 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 11:55 PM 7/14, 1.3 ft above normal (7.1 ft MLLW) at 12:48 AM 7/16. These predictions include both astronomical tides and roughly 3-6 inches of additional water mainly from a combination of thermal expansion and accumulated sea level rise since the tidal datum was established (1983- 2001). High tide var
Markets
Earnings estimates have been following an unusual pattern this time around
Analysts generally lower their estimates in the months before earnings. But thanks to the energy and tech sectors, expectations have actually climbed heading into second-quarter results.
California
Earthquake: 4.2 quake near Bakersfield
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake was reported Sunday morning 26 miles from Bakersfield.
Technology
Ellie Goulding Performs ‘Lights’ at World Cup Quarterfinal Game
“I already know the boys will make England proud, it's coming home," she wrote ahead of the game between England and Norway in Miami
Technology
Elon Musk and Sam Altman spar on X after Apple files OpenAI lawsuit
Sam Altman insisted that Elon Musk was again obsessed with him because of an OpenAI model release earlier this week.
Technology
Emerging Directors Need to Be ‘Brave,’ ‘Curious,’ ‘Pushy’ and ‘Fearless,’ Say Industry Leaders Behind Future Frames Program
During this year’s banner 60th anniversary edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, Variety hosted a panel in collaboration with Allwyn to discuss the longstanding success of the European Film Promotion’s Future Frames program, which acts as a springboard for up-and-coming European directors. The panel, populated by key industry names, broached issues such as […]
Technology
Everything You Missed at Jay-Z’s Yankee Stadium Run
Featuring Pharrell, Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, and record-breaking ticket sales
California
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 12 at 12:00PM PDT until July 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Hot and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures. High temperatures will range from the 90s in the mountains below 6,000 feet, 95 to 105 or more for inland valleys, and 80s for areas near the coast. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas, Orange County Inland Areas, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Mountains, San Diego County Valleys, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday evening, hottest on Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 110 away from the coast, and 85 to 95 near the coast possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Monsoonal moisture will add to the discomfort level next week.
California
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory starting Sunday, temperatures of 85 to 98 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 108 possible. Warmest temperatures expected in the valleys. * WHERE...Eastern San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Susana Mountains, and Western San Fernando Valley. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 10 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air con
California
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures of 85 to 98. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 105 possible. * WHERE...Cuyama Valley, Eastern San Gabriel Mountains, Interstate 5 Corridor, San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys, San Luis Obispo County Mountains, Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Southern Salinas Valley, Southern Ventura County Mountains, and Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 10 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air condi
Culture
Fans Choose The Rolling Stones’ ‘Foreign Tongues’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
The Stones' new 14-track collection brought in more than 42% of the vote this week.
California
Fight over broken bottle led to Exposition Park machete attack, police say
A fight broke out Friday night in Exposition Park over a broken bottle. It led to a machete stabbing, police say
Technology
For Many American TV Viewers, Lindsey Graham Was the Face of the Senate
The late South Carolina Republican often popped up on news shows commenting on foreign policy — and late-night shows as the subject of liberal comedic barbs
Bay Area
From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump
Lindsey Graham's relationship with Donald Trump was a roller coaster.
News
From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump
After the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, Sen. Lindsey Graham said he had finally had enough of the man who was championed by the mob that stormed the pillar of American democracy: President Donald Trump.
Culture
From the Archives: In the Early Aughts, Lynn Yaeger Took on the Luxury Bikini
As heat waves and celebrity beach vacations put swimwear back in the spotlight, revisit Lynn Yaeger’s delightfully witty 2002 dispatch on the rise of the designer bikini.
News
Georgia teen charged in Apalachee High School shooting to appear in court for plea and sentencing
Colt Gray, 16, had pleaded not guilty to charges including murder in the shooting that killed two students and two teachers, and left several others wounded, at the high school northeast of Atlanta.
News
Georgia teen charged in Apalachee High School shooting to appear in court for plea and sentencing
A judge has set a plea and sentencing hearing for a teenager accused of killing four people in a 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia
Technology
Graham’s death complicates myriad GOP goals in Congress
South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly at 71.
California
Great Highway Reopening Price Tag More Than $10 Million, Records Show
City records show estimated costs of signal replacement and repaving if a proposed ballot measure passes in November.
Bay Area
Hate crime vandalism reported in Palo Alto parks; swastikas, racial slurs found at city facilities
Palo Alto police are investigating a series of reported vandalism cases in public restrooms as hate crimes that did an estimated $3,400 in damage. Police said Friday that they received three reports in July about spray-painted swastikas, sexual images, graffiti and racial epithets directed at Black people that were found in various public parks and […] The post Hate crime vandalism reported in Palo Alto parks; swastikas, racial slurs found at city facilities appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Heat Advisory issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 14 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures of 85 to 98. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 105 possible. * WHERE...Cuyama Valley, Eastern San Gabriel Mountains, Interstate 5 Corridor, San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys, San Luis Obispo County Mountains, Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Southern Salinas Valley, Southern Ventura County Mountains, and Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 10 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air condi
California
Heat Advisory issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 14 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory starting Sunday, temperatures of 85 to 98 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 108 possible. Warmest temperatures expected in the valleys. * WHERE...Eastern San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Susana Mountains, and Western San Fernando Valley. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 10 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air con
California
Heat Advisory issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 14 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 98. * WHERE...Northern Ventura County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PDT Tuesday. * 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...Monsoonal moisture will add to the discomfort level from the heat starting on Sunday.
Technology
How Philips Hue got the smart home right
The state of the smart home can be frustrating, because it is just so obvious how things ought to work. You should be able to control everything from everywhere. Your spaces should adapt to what you're doing and how you're feeling. Making your home smart shouldn't require renovating, and the smarts should be mostly invisible. […] A photo of a lightbulb glowing purple. | Photo: Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge The state of the smart home can be frustrating, because it is just so obvious how things ought to work. You should be able to control everything from everywhere. Your spaces should adapt to what you're doing and how you're feeling. Making your home smart shouldn't require renovating, and the smarts should be mostly invisible. All of this is, of course, incredibly hard to pull off - but the goal is pretty clear. Until now, maybe no product has come closer to nailing the smart
California
Informal Bass advisor now working for Lineage, whose cold storage warehouse caught fire
Yusef Robb, an informal advisor to L.A. Mayor Karen Bass, is working for the company whose Boyle Heights warehouse caught fire.
Technology
Innovation, data fixes fuel Native American graduation gains at federally funded schools
The U.S. agency that oversees dozens of schools serving Native Americans is reporting more on-time high school graduations than ever
Technology
Innovation, data fixes fuel Native American graduation gains at federally funded schools
In 2015, just over half of high schoolers at Bureau of Indian Education schools graduated within four years. That number soared to a record high of 79% by 2025.
Bay Area
It's a 'miracle' that the Bay Area's 100-year-old swimming pool still stands
"It's a miracle that the building is there and in the shape that it's in."
Technology
J.K. Simmons Crime Drama ‘The Westies’ Is a Flat Take on New York’s Irish Mob: TV Review
The construction of the glass box where Hillary Clinton would eventually concede the 2016 election may not sound like the stuff of riveting television. And sure enough, it isn’t — at least in “The Westies,” the MGM+ drama about how the titular Irish gang worked to profit off the building of the Javits Center on […]
Technology
Jackson Browne, Beck Honor Wes Anderson Needle Drops at Hollywood Bowl Concert
"I'm indebted to Wes for having discovered this song and giving it this life," Browne said before playing "These Days," which was featured prominently in 'The Royal Tenenbaums.'
Technology
Jason Kidd’s Fan-favorite Nike Shoes From the ’90s Are Finally Making Their Long-awaited Return
The Nike Zoom Flight 5 is coming back in its original colorways.
Technology
Jay-Z Celebrates ‘The Blueprint’ 25th Anniversary With Eminem, Pharrell Williams and Slick Rick at Yankee Stadium
Jay-Z was almost entirely truthful to the source material for his 25th anniversary Yankee Stadium show on Saturday to celebrate “The Blueprint,” setting guests artists to high wattage but low frequency as he trotted out Eminem, Pharrell Williams and Slick Rick for a curtailed 90-minute set. The Brooklyn native had already established a tall precedent […]
Culture
Jay-Z Shuts Down Yankee Stadium With ‘The Blueprint’ & Special Guests: 7 Best Moments
Jay's second night at Yankee Stadium had its fair share of highs and surprises, thanks to Slick Rick, Eminem and Pharrell.
Culture
Jay-Z’s Yankee Stadium Night Two Setlist: Every Song Played at the Second Show
Night two included appearances from Slick Rick, Eminem and Pharrell. Check out every song that was performed.
Technology
Jennifer Lopez Trades Clear Heels for Braided Ralph Lauren Sandals at Wimbledon
She paired the archival T-straps with a cream georgette dress and wide-brim hat for the men’s final.
Technology
Jennifer Lopez, Cynthia Erivo and More Put Summer’s Hat Revival to Work at Wimbledon
Wide brims, boaters and straw fedoras doubled as the celebrity crowd’s defense against the heat during Wimbledon’s final weekend.
Bay Area
Jenny Lin's family searching for answers 32 years after murder: 'Why can't we catch this person?'
Thirty-two years after 14-year-old Jenny Lin was killed in her Castro Valley home, her parents say they remain committed to seeking justice for their daughter, while a foundation created in her memory continues to honor her love of music. 'Why can't we catch this person?'
Culture
Jimmy Barnes, ICEHOUSE and More Pay Tribute to Cold Chisel Saxophonist Andy Bickers
"He was funny, intelligent, and most importantly, he was a good man," Jimmy Barnes wrote.
Technology
Kate Middleton Matches Wimbledon’s Palette in a Wrap-effect Emilia Wickstead Dress for Jannik Sinner’s Win
The Princess of Wales wore the club’s committee bow as she returned to the Royal Box with her family.
Culture
Kate Middleton Sees Out Wimbledon 2026 in Grassy Green
Accompanied by her children and husband Prince William to the men’s singles final, Princess Catherine opted to wrap up her Wimbledon return in a game day-appropriate shade.
Culture
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales’s Best Fashion Moments at Wimbledon
From grass court greens to polka-dots and tennis whites: Vogue looks back at all of Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales’s best fashion moments at Wimbledon.
News
Keystone Pipeline system's operator agrees to pay $26.9M penalty over major Kansas oil spill
The rupture in December 2022 dumped nearly 13,000 barrels of heavy crude oil into a creek running through a rural pasture in Washington County, Kansas, about 150 miles northwest of Kansas City.
Bay Area
Khosla family agrees to purchase defending Super Bowl champion Seattle for $9.612B, AP source says
The Seattle Seahawks are being sold to the Khosla family, including Vinod Khosla, in accordance with the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen, the team announced on Saturday.
California
LAPD suspends use of Flock surveillance cameras over privacy issues
Privacy concerns led the LAPD to pause its use of Flock Safety's license plate surveillance cameras. The company has been criticized for allowing federal and national to access its data.
Technology
Less is more with the Oura Ring 5
If you're reading an Oura Ring 5 review at The Verge, you likely fall into one of two camps: newcomers looking for a smartwatch alternative, or Oura users pondering an upgrade. In the case of the former, this is a great casual health tracker and the best smart ring on the market - but not […] The cross stitch pattern is by NathNolu on Etsy. If you're reading an Oura Ring 5 review at The Verge , you likely fall into one of two camps: newcomers looking for a smartwatch alternative, or Oura users pondering an upgrade. In the case of the former, this is a great casual health tracker and the best smart ring on the market - but not your best choice if you really sweat the fitness details. If you fall into the latter, you don't need to upgrade. I say this because the Oura Ring 4 came out less than two years ago. The ceramic version , of which I am a big fan, came out less than a year ago.
Bay Area
Lindsey Graham draws tributes for his support of Ukraine, trans-Atlantic ties and Israel
NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel have paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend and advocate of trans-Atlantic ties.
News
Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that's fading in Washington
Graham was a rare bridge between President Donald Trump's "America First" foreign policy and the traditional Washington consensus prioritizing alliances with Europe and Israel, one falling out of favor with many in both political parties.
News
Lindsey Graham, longtime Republican senator, dies at 71 after 'brief and sudden illness'
The statement his office posted on social media did not provide any additional details about the circumstances surrounding the Saturday night death of the South Carolina Republican, a former Air Force lawyer who served in Congress for three decades.
News
Local residents who died recently: Okamoto, Cowell and Burkholder
Local residents who died recently include Kuniko Ikemori Okamoto, Elizabeth Cowell and Stacey Burkholder.
Technology
Lorde says Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses are ‘not sexy’
Lorde was performing at the Real Cool Festival in Madrid on Thursday and took some time during her set to speak out against AI glasses. While she didn't specify any brands in particular, it's likely she was taking a shot at festival sponsor Ray-Ban, which has collaborated with Meta on a pair of AI smartglasses. […] Lorde performing at the 2026 Governors Ball. | Photo: Siegfried Anthony/Billboard via Getty Images Lorde was performing at the Real Cool Festival in Madrid on Thursday and took some time during her set to speak out against AI glasses . While she didn't specify any brands in particular, it's likely she was taking a shot at festival sponsor Ray-Ban, which has collaborated with Meta on a pair of AI smartglasses. The comments were captured in videos shared to social media. After thanking the crowd for being there and taking part in "something real," she said that it was incr
California
M 4.1 - 2 km ESE of Frazier Park, CA
PAGER - GREEN ShakeMap - IV DYFI? - V Time 2026-07-12 10:38:04 UTC 2026-07-12 10:38:04 UTC at epicenter Location 34.813°N 118.926°W Depth 13.09 km (8.13 mi)
Culture
Madonna & Michael Jackson Are in the Billboard 200’s Top 10 Together for the First Time in 25 Years
Madonna’s CONFESSIONS II debuts at No. 1, joining Jackson’s chart-topping Thriller in the top 10.
Culture
Madonna & the Elite Acts With 10 or More No. 1s on Both the Billboard 200 & Hot 100
Only four artists boasts double-digital totals on each of Billboard ’s premier album and song charts.
Culture
Madonna Achieves 10th No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 With ‘CONFESSIONS II’
She's the first act with a No. 1 album in the 2020s and three other decades.
Technology
Madonna Returns to Number One on the Charts With ‘Confessions II’
Singer scores her 10th chart-topping album, and becomes first artist of the 2020s to land Number Ones in four different decades
Technology
Madonna’s ‘Confessions II’ Debuts at No. 1 on Album Chart, as Ken Carson and Sienna Spiro Also Bow in Top 10
Madonna’s “Confessions II,” her first new album in seven years, found an appreciative audience awaiting her return. The album bowed with 134,000 equivalent album units, more than enough to push her past the still highly successful Olivia Rodrigo record to land on top of the Billboard 200 album chart. Billboard reported Sunday that the debut […]
California
Magnitude 3.2 earthquake reported near Arvin
The California earthquake marks the second reported Sunday with a magnitude 4.2 earthquake reported about 26 miles from Bakersfield.
Technology
Majority of U.S. workers support an AI wealth fund as tech layoffs surge, survey finds
A majority of U.S. employees now want an AI sovereign wealth fund to hold corporations more accountable, according to a recent survey, as tech layoffs rise.
Technology
Marco Bellocchio, Sally Wainwright Win Big at Italian Global Series Festival Which Celebrated ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Lost’ and Lamented Industry Crisis
In honors, Richard Gadd (“Half Man”) and Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”) were among the big winners at this year’s Italian Global Series Festival, which wrapped July 11. The two received the Breakthrough Storyteller Award and the Maximo Excellence Award respectively, which they had picked up in person earlier last week at awards ceremonies […]
California
Marin County moves to steer collective sea level rise adaptation efforts
Until now, climate adaptation efforts for cities in Marin County have been an everyone-for-themselves system. On Tuesday, the county’s new chief climate officer will present to the Board of Supervisors a plan for a countywide approach to climate resilience. Five years after a civil grand jury criticized the county for taking too long to establish […] The post Marin County moves to steer collective sea level rise adaptation efforts appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
McConnell provides health update after long unexplained absence; says he suffered fall, pneumonia
McConnell is the longest-serving party leader in Senate history.
Science
McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition
McConnell, 84, explained the long silence about his condition by saying that "folks of my generation often hesitate to share the vulnerability that comes with growing older."
California
Mendocino County teams renew Eel River search for hunter missing since ’21
Mendocino County search teams spent Saturday combing the Eel River canyon east of Covelo for signs of a hunter who went missing during a flood more than four years ago, the Sheriff’s Office said.  The Sheriff’s Office said it no confirmed findings to release from the search as of Saturday afternoon.  The investigation covered a rugged stretch […] The post Mendocino County teams renew Eel River search for hunter missing since ’21 appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Metro LA's 'Throne' public restrooms hit 1 million uses
We smell a winning trend.
California
Newsom’s Final Budget Sends More Than a Billion Dollars to University of California, Cal State
Since Gavin Newsom became governor, state support for California’s public universities has grown by 50%.
Culture
Niall Horan & Thomas Rhett Cover Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ in Nashville
The pair performed a duet of the country hit at their co-headlining stadium gig at GEODIS Park.
Technology
Nike’s Futuristic Foamposite Sneakers Are Getting a New Premium Release for Their 30th Anniversary
Celebrating three decades of the ahead-of-its-time sneaker.
California
No internet, no screen time? FCC weighs cutting subsidy that lowers school internet bills
The E-Rate program, created in the 1990s, has considerable bipartisan support, and the agency's recent focus on the program has left educators on edge.
Technology
Noah Kahan Cements His Hometown Hero Status With Divine Fenway Park Residency Finale
The 29-year-old Vermont native made history on his Great Divide Tour as the only artist to sell out four nights at the historic ballpark.
Markets
Oil prices rise, stock futures dip after latest flare-up of strikes between U.S. and Iran
Oil prices rose and U.S. stock-index futures slipped on Sunday, after the U.S. and Iran continued their tit-for-tat attacks around the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend.
Technology
One of SteelSeries’ best gaming headsets is over $100 off
SteelSeries has the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on sale for $239.99 (currently between $300 and $350 at other retailers). The Xbox version that supports a host of other platforms including PlayStation, PC, and Switch is available in both black and white. The PlayStation version, which supports the same platforms except for Xbox, is […] The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro gaming headset. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales SteelSeries has the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on sale for $239.99 (currently between $300 and $350 at other retailers). The Xbox version that supports a host of other platforms including PlayStation, PC, and Switch is available in both black and white . The PlayStation version, which supports the same platforms except for Xbox, is discounted in white . Both versions can also connect to mobile devices via Bluetooth. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro W
California
PG&E should pay $22 million for Mosquito fire violations, regulators say
During an investigation of the Mosquito fire, which burned nearly 80,000 acres in Placer County, California regulators found PG&E committed safety violations.
California
PayPal Park to host its first-ever live concert with BelicoFest this August
For more than a decade, PayPal Park has drawn fans for soccer matches, championship games and international tournaments. Next month, the San Jose stadium will welcome a different crowd when thousands of música mexicana fans gather for its first-ever concert. BelicoFest, a festival featuring artists including Tito Double P, Gerardo Ortiz and Santa Fe Klan, […] The post PayPal Park to host its first-ever live concert with BelicoFest this August appeared first on Local News Matters .
News
Philadelphia area digs out from damage left by a severe series of microburst storms
Residents of Philadelphia and some surrounding counties are cleaning up and assessing damage after a series of severe storms called microbursts swept through with winds up to 60 or 70 miles per hour
California
Red Flag Warning issued July 12 at 12:24AM PDT until July 12 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds, low humidity and critically dry fuels will allow any fires that develop to spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In California, Fire Weather Zone 285, including Modoc National Forest. In Oregon, Fire Weather Zone 624, including the Fremont National Forest in the southeast portion of the zone. * WIND...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with peak gusts of 30 to 40 mph. * MINIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY...10 to 15 percent. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to ease overnight and recoveries will be in the good (this morning) to moderate range (Sunday/Monday mornings).
Bay Area
Remains of murdered California millionaire, killed by con man, identified
A man is already in prison for her murder.
Bay Area
Review: Big Live delivers high-budget ‘Dracula’ ballet in San Francisco
Big Live’s touring production of Dracula at San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre is a dramatic tale of lost love, revenge — and, of course, vampires.   Choreographed by company’s cofounder and artistic director Joel Burke, the production features dancers from Mariinsky, English National, Stuttgart and Australian ballets and is set to music by Bach, Rachmaninov, Mozart, Liszt, Mussorgsky, Mendelssohn, Saint-Saëns and Debussy amid a score by composer Jason […] The post Review: Big Live delivers high-budget ‘Dracula’ ballet in San Francisco appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Rihanna Has a Crisis of Pants in Paris and New York
Wherever she is, you can trust that Rihanna won’t let a spike in Fahrenheit mess with her fashions.
Science
STAT+: Tau in the spotlight at Alzheimer’s conference
From STAT's AAIC in 30 newsletter: Researchers focus on tau, and progress on crossing the blood-brain barrier.
Culture
Sabrina Carpenter’s Take on French Girl Fashion Recognizes No Paris Heatwave
Out and about in the French capital, Sabrina Carpenter opted for an easy, breezy bottom to alleviate her more wintry, furry headpiece.
Technology
Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G Makes Surprise Appearance at Wimbledon
"I iz BACK! And if u iz at dis borin wimbledore final lookin 2 get grand slammed, I iz here wif de hookup," the actor's alter ego wrote on social media.
Bay Area
Saratoga residents and developer come to terms on project
Saratoga residents living next to a former vineyard that’s about to be transformed into homes have reached an uneasy truce over the project, clearing the way for the developer to reap a $79 million profit by selling the site to a nationwide homebuilder. When City Connect Companies of San Jose proposed 231 homes on the... The post Saratoga residents and developer come to terms on project appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
Second Antelope Valley fire burns 188 acres
Antelope Valley residents already on alert due to the Summit Fire had to contend with a second blaze in the area on Saturday. The Juno fire consumed 188 acres.
Technology
See Jay-Z Bring Out Eminem, Pharrell Williams at Yankee Stadium Night Two
Rapper’s second night in the Bronx focused on his 2001 album, The Blueprint
News
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after a 'brief and sudden illness,' his office says
The statement his office posted on social media did not provide any additional details about the circumstances surrounding the Saturday night death of the South Carolina Republican, a former Air Force lawyer who served in Congress for three decades.
California
Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, Trump ally and foreign policy hawk, dies at 71
His office said Graham died Saturday night after a "brief and sudden illness." The Republican senator was instrumental in enacting Trump's policy and staffing priorities.
Technology
Sen. Lindsey Graham, influential lawmaker and Trump ally, dies at 71 after a brief illness
Graham, a prominent Republican senator from South Carolina, had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
Technology
Shall We Go On Sinning So That Grace May Increase? is hypnotic, healing, and hopeful
Matmos are an incredibly accomplished duo between their own solo records like the masterpiece A Chance to Cut Is a Chance to Cure and production classic Bjork records like Vespertine. But Drew Daniel, one half of Matmos, is fiendishly prolific. When he's not literally dreaming up new viral music genres, he's also putting out records […] Matmos are an incredibly accomplished duo between their own solo records like the masterpiece A Chance to Cut Is a Chance to Cure and production classic Bjork records like Vespertine . But Drew Daniel, one half of Matmos, is fiendishly prolific. When he's not literally dreaming up new viral music genres , he's also putting out records under the banner of The Soft Pink Truth. Where Matmos usually focuses on a specific musical experiment - using only samples of medical procedures or building instruments out of PVC tubing - Soft Pink Truth goes whereve
Bay Area
Shooting near Toronto street festival kills 2 people, wounds 4, police say
A shooting near a street festival killed two people and wounded four others on Saturday in Toronto, Canada, prompting police to warn of an active shooter before later saying the scene was secure.
Bay Area
Slushies, a Barney costume, a march from OpenAI to Anthropic: Inside SF’s anti-AI protest
Dubbed “Freeze AI on Slushy Day,” the march wound from OpenAI’s Mission Bay HQ to Anthropic and Google, with a detour to jeer at a16z.
California
Strawberries remain king in Monterey County as overall crop value slips from 2024 record
Monterey County’s crop value decreased slightly in 2025 from a record set the previous year but still posted $4.8 billion worth of value, making it again one of the top producers in the state. The county’s Agricultural Commissioner’s Office released its annual Crop and Livestock Report Tuesday, detailing triumphs and challenges faced by an industry […] The post Strawberries remain king in Monterey County as overall crop value slips from 2024 record appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Street therapists struggle to meet growing need for homeless mental health services
LIKE MANY PEOPLE who are or have been homeless, Jessica Scott struggles with debilitating anxiety. When she finally moved from her stepfather’s car into a Sacramento apartment a few weeks ago, she said one thing played a major role in helping her take that step: Therapy.  “When you’re panicking so much that you can’t really […] The post Street therapists struggle to meet growing need for homeless mental health services appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Student loan borrowers on new RAP plan can lose key benefits if they pay even one day late
The new Repayment Assistance Plan, or RAP, offers benefits to federal student loan borrowers — but only if their bill is paid on time. Here's what to know.
News
Syria's new parliament holds first session since ouster of ex-President Assad
The launch of the parliament indicates Syria is moving ahead with drafting new laws as it recovers from decades of brutal rule under the Assad family and a deadly civil war that killed about half a million people.
Technology
Tech Investor Vinod Khosla to Acquire the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks for $9.6 Billion
Tech billionaire Vinod Khosla and his family have reached an agreement to buy the Seattle Seahawks for $9.6 billion, according to people familiar with the details, as reported by Variety‘s sibling sports news outlet Sportico. The deal marks one of the largest valuations ever for a sports team in a control transaction, nearing the $10 […]
Technology
The Best Dressed Stars of the Week Embraced Airy Opulence
From Sarah Pidgeon’s full-skirted Chanel to Zendaya’s lacy Louis Vuitton: these summery looks were ethereal and light—but still turned heads on the red carpet.
Bay Area
The Giants’ draft strategy: Flora’s dream team, a Bonds selection, and a run on pitchers
After taking pitcher Jackson Flora with the No. 4 pick, Buster Posey and the Giants selected Barry Bonds’ nephew, Peyton Bonds, in the third round of the draft.
Markets
The No. 1 decision for aging retirees: Stay at home or move into a senior community?
Why staying in your longtime home requires more planning than you think.
Bay Area
The San Francisco hairstylist who lives 500 miles from her own salon
Three decades of loyal clients keep her tethered to a city she can no longer afford to call home.
Technology
The fight against AI data centers is just beginning
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the data center buildout, follow Emma Roth. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Years before the AI boom threatened local power […] A yard sign opposing a planned data center is displayed along Route 54 in Mount Carmel Township Northumberland County. | Image: Getty Images This is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the data center buildout, follow Emma Roth . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started Years before the AI boom threatened local power grids, a small group of protesters set the stage for the battles cropping up across communities today. In 2015, Ap
Technology
The real mystery behind Moana: After 1,700 years, why did Polynesians suddenly sail east?
New climate evidence adds context to these long voyages.
Technology
The stock-market rally now hinges more on AI than oil
As earnings season kicks off, AI investment remains front and center.
California
They didn't spend 20 years just building a park in El Sereno. They built a community
Ascot Hills Park could have been a giant sports complex. How a group of volunteers turned it into a 93-acre nature reserve.
Technology
Top Wall Street analysts are confident about these 3 stocks for the long haul
Those looking for attractive stock picks amid the ongoing volatility can gain key insights by tracking the recommendations of top Wall Street analysts.
Technology
U.S. and Iran trade airstrikes again amid conflicting claims over Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. and Iran exchanged a barrage of missile and drone airstrikes amid a dispute over the status of the Strait of Hormuz.
California
U.S. congressman says he was detained by armed Israelis illegally occupying West Bank
U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna, D-San Jose, said on Saturday that he was detained by armed Israeli terrorists in the West Bank, Palestine, during a visit to the region this week. “Israeli settlers, brandishing American made M4s, detained me & other Americans on my trip to Palestine,” Khanna wrote on X Saturday morning. “When the IDF […] The post U.S. congressman says he was detained by armed Israelis illegally occupying West Bank appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
U.S. launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates
Iran's state-run IRNA news agency cited the governor of Qeshm island near the strait as saying projectiles had been fired at military targets, with no casualties.
News
U.S. strikes Iran over latest ship attack and Tehran responds by hitting Arab states
The fighting raised new questions about the interim deal Iran and the U.S. reached on June 17, beginning a 60-day period aimed at reaching a permanent end to the war. The midway point of that period comes within the week.
Bay Area
US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz
Iran said it considers the Strait of Hormuz closed once again after a vessel using an "unauthorized route" was struck by a warning shot. U.S. Central Command said a short time later that its forces began a third round of strikes against Iran.
Technology
Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle
Zelenskyy, who has remained in office under martial law because wartime elections are prohibited, has periodically reshuffled his government in an effort to bring fresh momentum to his administration.
Bay Area
Untangling what’s actually holding up the sale of San Francisco’s dead mall
The city got blamed after buyers pulled out of the deal. But the real mess has always been on the sellers’ side, where no one is truly in charge.
Technology
Wai Ching Ho, Veteran Actor Who Appeared in ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Iron Fist,’ Dies at 83
Wai Ching Ho, an actor with dozens of film and TV credits including roles in recent Marvel series, has died at 83. The news was announced via her co-stars on Instagram, who paid tribute to the late actor, who was reported to have died of a stroke on July 10. A representative for Ho confirmed […]
Technology
Wai Ching Ho, ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Iron Fist’ Actress, Dies at 82
She played crime boss Madame Gao in the Marvel series.
Technology
What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup's most contentious calls
The sending off of Switzerland's Breel Embolo in Saturday's quarterfinal game against Argentina was the latest call that may have left fans scratching their heads.
Technology
When managing your money, take a chatbot's 'confidence' with a grain of salt
According to a 2025 survey of 2,000 U.S. adults by Pearl.com, a professional services platform, 19% said they lost more than $100 by following financial advice from an AI chatbot.
Technology
Who will replace Lindsey Graham in the Senate?
South Carolina GOP Rep. Nancy Mace and Gov. Henry McMaster are among the first to be floated for the Senate seat vacated by Lindsey Graham.
Markets
Why Citigroup is the one to watch when banks report earnings this week
Among the largest U.S. banks, Citigroup is expected to show the greatest improvement by one important measure. But it still has a long way to go to reach its own performance target.
Bay Area
Why the Giants are sending a contingent of executives to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game
San Francisco is hoping to host the 2028 All-Star Game if MLB players participate in the Olympics in Los Angeles.
California
Woman found dead after being shot multiple times at suspected cannabis farm in Covelo
A 31-year-old Covelo woman was found dead on Thursday after apparently being shot multiple times at a suspected illicit cannabis farm in Mendocino County. The woman’s body was found in a pickup truck in the 22000 block of Rifle Range Road, in an unincorporated area northwest of Covelo, the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office said on […] The post Woman found dead after being shot multiple times at suspected cannabis farm in Covelo appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
World's 1st fusion factory in Livermore aims to be clean energy source for commercial use
Fusion energy moved from theory to reality at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and now Livermore-based Inertia is working to scale the technology for commercial use. The company is developing technology aimed at bringing fusion energy to the power grid and helping meet future energy demands with a cleaner energy source.
Markets
You don’t have to be rich to be financially independent. Here’s how to take control of your money.
Relying on a high salary or a hot stock is a dangerous trap. Why the most secure people plan for sudden crisis.
Technology
‘Almost unlimited’: Execs says AI demand remains strong even as enterprises move to ‘valuemaxxing’
AI-related chip stocks have been volatile amid a debate over AI demand and spending.
Bay Area
‘Another reason to come downtown’: Immersive art experience opens in San Jose
A new venue is elevating FIFA World Cup watch parties and uplifting downtown San Jose economically. The Domes, located at 171 Post St. near San Pedro Square, will showcase the U.S. men’s national soccer team watch party and other sporting events. In addition, the immersive entertainment venue with space for 300 people, can host concerts, dance parties, art […] The post ‘Another reason to come downtown’: Immersive art experience opens in San Jose appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Concept Art Reveals First Look at Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom, Returning X-Men Characters
The first clear look at Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom mask has arrived, courtesy of some concept art posted by a Marvel Cinematic Universe icon. Former Marvel visual department director Andy Park took to X on July 11 to share an illustration from the upcoming blockbuster. “AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY – the final full film I had […]
Technology
‘Elle’ Team on Why ‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel Is a Series Not a Movie
The showrunners and director of the Prime Video show exploring the iconic Reese Witherspoon character's high school years talk about how the "depth of time" provided by the small-screen format allowed them to better flesh out characters that weren't fully realized in the 2001 film and its sequel.
Technology
‘Evil Dead Burn’ Director Breaks Down His Brand of French Brutality, From Practical Effects and Real Fire to That Post-Credits Scene
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains major spoilers for “Evil Dead Burn,” now playing in theaters. “Evil Dead Burn” breaks one of the fundamental rules of cinema: Don’t kill the dog. “If you don’t do that in ‘Evil Dead,’ in which movie do you do that? These are the most insane, wild and basically evil movies,” director […]
Technology
‘Five Years, Four Months’ Review: Moving Portrait of a Grieving Colombian Mother Demonstrates an Impressive Control of Tension
Thousands of people in Colombia have been “forcibly disappeared”, as the euphemistic expression goes, since conflicts began in the mid-1960s between the Colombian government and various paramilitary and guerilla groups. This reality is well-known, and has been so for a while — an awareness that, over such a long period of time, may dim the […]
Bay Area
‘I go further’: The sober obsessive behind one of San Francisco’s most influential bars
Josh Harris shepherded Trick Dog to international fame. Now he’s betting it all on Quik Dog, a “sports bar inside a family restaurant.”
Technology
‘Little House’ Star Crosby Fitzgerald on ‘American Primeval’ Inspiration, the Ingalls’ ‘Risky Move’ and Welcoming a Baby Cow in Season 2
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Little House on the Prairie,” now streaming on Netflix. “Palm Royale” star Crosby Fitzgerald swears she “manifested” her role as Caroline “Ma” Ingalls on Netflix’s new “Little House on the Prairie” adaptation by watching a lot of the streamer’s “American Primeval” before being cast. “I just wanted to be […]
Technology
‘Love Island USA’ Contestant Corbin on His ‘Humiliating’ Elimination, the Nickname ‘CorbinGPT’ and His Friendship With Sincere: ‘I Forgive But I Don’t Forget’
“Love Island USA” Season 8 contestant Corbin admits his elimination felt “humiliating.” But unlike other recently dumped couples like Jen and Gal, Corbin left feeling hopeful for the future while holding hands with his Casa Amor connection, Parmida. “I see this connection going super far,” Corbin tells Variety. “Her mindset, oh my gosh! She’s an […]
Technology
‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Finale: When and Where to Watch Online
Four couples remain in the Fiji villa going into the July 12 final episode.
Culture
‘Love Island USA’: Here’s Where to Watch the Season 8 Finale Online
The Islanders are entering their final night in the villa, while America's vote decides which couple walks away with the season 8 title.
Technology
‘Married at First Sight’ EP on Season 20’s Major Overhaul, Changing Out the Experts and Adding a Familiar Face
For longtime “Married at First Sight” viewers, Season 20 may feel a bit different. The new season, which debuts on July 12, is the first full season made for Peacock. The series, produced by Kinetic Content, aired Seasons 5-18 on Lifetime before moving to NBC’s streaming service in 19 — but that deal wasn’t completed […]
Technology
‘Michael’ Crosses $1 Billion, First Biopic to Surpass Coveted Box Office Milestone
“Michael” has surpassed $1 billion in global ticket sales, becoming the first biopic to achieve the coveted box office milestone. The crowd-pleasing film about Michael Jackson has generated $629.8 million overseas and $371.8 million domestically, bringing its global tally to $1.001 billion. Despite noisy behind-the-scenes drama and a critical pile-on, “Michael” has been breaking records and […]
Culture
‘Moana’ Makes Underwhelming Splash at Box Office With $43 Million Opening
The Disney live-action film cost a reported $250 million to produce.
Technology
‘Moana’ Runs Aground at Box Office With $43M Opening
Facing a stormy path, Disney's live-action take on its 2016 animated feature collected nearly the same opening sum as 2025's 'Snow White' and comes less than two years after the massive launch for 'Moana 2.'
Bay Area
‘Never forget’: 9/11 World Trade Center steel beam brought to Bay Area for tribute
A steel beam from the remains of the World Trade Center made a Bay Area tour Friday to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks in New York City. A procession led by a modified truck connected to a trailer with gull-wing doors carried a 16,000-pound steel beam from Santa Rosa, across Marin County, over […] The post ‘Never forget’: 9/11 World Trade Center steel beam brought to Bay Area for tribute appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘The Westies’ Review: J.K. Simmons and Titus Welliver Lead MGM+’s Handsome but Generic Gangster Drama
The series about the conflicts within and between Irish and Italian crime organizations in 1980s New York hails from 'Narcos' and 'Godfather of Harlem' co-creator Chris Brancato.