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509 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
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Eli Simon directs 'The Merry Wives of Windsor Cove,' a musical adaptation of Shakespeare's comedy that's part of this summer's New Swan Shakespeare Festival.
Bay Area
1 was detained after a possible explosive device was found during a child pornography investigation in a Harris County, Texas home, officials said.
Culture
Your body doesn't produce this essential amino acid on its own—but it's key to maintaining muscle.
Technology
Classic French, frosted effects, and pastel polishes—these nostalgic manicures are all part of the ’90s nails revival.
Culture
Chic scarf dresses are the ultimate statement dress. We’ve rounded up our favorites from Versace, Tory Burch, Maria Moscone, and more.
Technology
U.S. Treasury yields climbed on Wednesday, following oil prices higher, as traders also reacted to a slump in weekly claims for unemployment insurance.
California
The Happiest Place on Earth is going to cost you more if you show up hungry. Disneyland food prices jumped as much as 25%.
California
Rachell Summers, a 73-year-old artist, was fatally stabbed in an attack Monday in Capitola, Calif. Police called it a 'random act of violence.'
Technology
Two people have died in flash floods caused by torrential rains in West Virginia this week
Bay Area
The latest death happened near Kimtu Beach in Humboldt County on Wednesday afternoon.
Culture
The best eye serum formulas incorporate higher levels of vitamin C, niacinamide, and peptides to target crow’s-feet and dark circles. Shop Vogue’s top picks.
Science
In a church in rural Missouri, mourners lined up to say goodbye to Lloyd Gilmore, a 44-year-old Black father who died in police custody last month. His death sparked protests in a city with a long history of racial violence, even as the national conversation about police brutality has waned. Six years after worldwide calls for change, what’s happened to the movement?
Technology
Created via AI and directed by Francesco Carrozzini, the documentary will be part of a lineup alongside a 7-hour-long movie by Luca Guadagnino; special awards to George Clooney and Ellen Burstyn, and expected red carpet appearances by Penélope Cruz, Javier Bardem, Al Pacino, Dakota Johnson, Robert Pattinson and even Oasis’ Liam and Noel Gallagher.
California
Alpha School, an “AI-powered private school,” is opening up eight new locations across the state, according to the company’s co-founder.
Technology
For wealthy landowners, conservation easements can still make sense if you avoid these IRS red flags.
Technology
The case provides a novel report of the emergence of heterovirulence.
Technology
New legislation aims to break the stalemate on overhauling Social Security. AARP, which advocates on senior issues, says it opposes them.
Technology
Bill would let Homeland Security chief decide when an AI should be shut down.
Technology
Aggressive training techniques sharpens threat of bad behavior by leading models.
Technology
The different price action between artificial-intelligence hyperscalers and chip and infrastructure stocks is a throwback to a setup in the late 1990s, argues JPMorgan.
Markets
The chip makers are best known for competing in the GPU business, but they’re stepping up their offerings in the attractive market for server CPUs.
Culture
Today, the Department of Justice announced the release of updated guidance on federal protections for religious liberty, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to safeguarding the constitutional rights of religious individuals and organizations. The updated memorandum revises and expands upon the department’s 2017 Religious Liberty Guidelines in the light of significant U.S. Supreme Court decisions issued over the past nine years.
Technology
A former corrections officer at the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, pleaded guilty for his role in a conspiracy in which he and other correctional officers used unreasonable force against inmates, including pretrial detainees, as a form of punishment and retaliation. Nathaniel Pack, 29, pleaded guilty to one count of violating 18 U.S.C. § 241.
Technology
Musk condemned the long-gestating doc in 2023, posting on X, "It's a hit piece" — to which Gibney replied: "How would you know?"
Technology
Amazon is launching an update to its Alexa Plus assistant that will allow it to connect to smart home devices in new ways. With the update, Alexa Plus can link up with tech from Bosch, Delta, Ecovacs, iRobot, Yale Home, Whirlpool, Tapo, Eufy, and others, while automatically routing requests to the correct device. In an […] Amazon is launching an update to its Alexa Plus assistant that will allow it to connect to smart home devices in new ways. With the update , Alexa Plus can link up with tech from Bosch, Delta, Ecovacs, iRobot, Yale Home, Whirlpool, Tapo, Eufy, and others, while automatically routing requests to the correct device. In an example shared by Amazon, a person with a supported washing machine can say, "Alexa, my kid's soccer jersey could use a deep clean, but the tag says cold wash only." From there, Alexa Plus would navigate the washer's cycle options and choose the c
Technology
Shares of Alphabet and Tesla dipped after the companies reported massive spending increases in their quarterly earnings reports.
Technology
Earnings quadrupled on paper, but an analyst says that performance was propped up by unrealized gains from equity investments.
Technology
The Amazon Luna gaming platform, which had been included in the larger Prime offering, will now be baked into Prime Video too.
Technology
Amazon is bringing Luna to the Prime Video streaming service, while Microsoft will test an ad-supported streaming of titles that people own.
California
An Antioch nonprofit that had dozens of electronic devices stolen from its learning center last month received a donation from Amazon on Tuesday to help the organization continue operating its summer tutoring program. “We are super grateful,” said Antioch Mayor Ron Bernal at the event, where a team from Amazon delivered Amazon Fire HD tablets […] The post Amazon donates tablets to Antioch learning center burglarized last month appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
The new strategy that Amazon gaming exec Jeff Gattis talked to The Verge about last month is getting clearer now that Prime Video has added a new Games tab on Fire TV devices. With Prime Gaming, Amazon Game Studios, and Luna now combined into one organization, it's aiming at the more casual audience of people […] The new strategy that Amazon gaming exec Jeff Gattis talked to The Verge about last month is getting clearer now that Prime Video has added a new Games tab on Fire TV devices . With Prime Gaming, Amazon Game Studios, and Luna now combined into one organization, it's aiming at the more casual audience of people already using Prime Video to stream movies, TV shows, and sports, instead of trying to compete directly with "core" gamers playing MMOs and shooters. Luna was already included in Prime, but now users in the US and UK can access it directly within Prime Video to play
Technology
American Airlines further cut its 2026 earnings outlook, citing higher fuel costs.
Technology
From dressing first ladies to Taylor Swift, a look back at Dominican-born designer Oscar de la Renta's enduring legacy in American fashion
Culture
Shah won the Democratic primary Wednesday in a hotly contested congressional district in Arizona, delivering another defeat to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, which backed a rival, as more voters reject the preferences of party leaders in Washington.
Technology
"Her voice, her songwriting, her honesty and her unique spirit remain as powerful today as ever," estate wrote in tribute Thursday
Technology
"The void won't swallow you – you were made to tame it," ChatGPT wrote to her.
Culture
Crepey skin occurs due to many external factors, along with the natural process of aging. Here, experts break down what you can do to treat it and best support your skin.
California
Officials have initiated a new investigation into a second cyclosporiasis outbreak and are trying to determine the source.
News
Apply by July 31 for appointment to a City of Hayward commission The annual application period for consideration for appointment to serve on a City of Hayward commission closes July 31—with service on these City Council-appointed bodies now open to all residents. In November 2020, Hayward voters expanded the opportunity to serve through passage of ballot Measure OO. Measure OO amended the City Charter to eliminate wording that had restricted commission service to people registered or eligible to be registered to vote—a requirement that had the effect of making non-citizens ineligible. The application period for appointment in 2026 to City commissions is now open until Friday, July 31—with vacancies on the Clean and Green, Community Services, Library, Personnel and Planning commissions. Meetings of each of these bodies are currently held in person at Hayward City Hall, 777 B Street,
California
The Dodgers are scheduled to visit the White House on Thursday. That's like staying in the dugout during a bench-clearing brawl then offering the offender a handshake.
Technology
The future of the Ridgeline midsize pickup truck had been in flux, and the automaker said there will be a temporary production stoppage for the truck.
Culture
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The autopsy report for Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes revealed he was brutally beaten and stabbed to death. Police identified his son as the suspect in his killing.
Technology
The Beach Boys’ endless summer has run into a hitch. The touring version of the group, led by sole remaining original member Mike Love, has called off six weeks’ worth of concerts scheduled for this summer, amounting to nearly 30 dates, citing the need to “recharge” before hitting the road again in the fall. The […]
California
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet. Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Sunday 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.
California
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet. Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Sunday 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.
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* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Sunday 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.
Bay Area
* WHAT...Long period SW swell will bring an increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents. Breaking waves will reach up to 10 feet along some south and southwest facing beaches and break points. * WHERE...Beaches along the Pacific Coast. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This swell is being generated by Hurricane Fausto in the tropical Eastern Pacific.
California
* WHAT...Surf of 5 to 7 feet expected. Highest surf will be on south facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Increased rip current risk and dangerous swimming conditions. Minor coastal flooding possible during evening high tides tides are forecast to be 6.0 to 6.5 feet Sunday into early next week. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South swell of 2 to 3 feet from 190 degrees with a period of 11 to 13 seconds.
Bay Area
* WHAT...Long period SW swell will bring an increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents. Breaking waves will reach up to 10 feet along some south and southwest facing beaches and break points. * WHERE...Pacific Coast. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This swell is being generated by Hurricane Fausto in the tropical Eastern Pacific.
California
Sounds of L.A. County concerts, a welding workshop, the first L.A. indie bookstore crawl and more of the best things to do this weekend.
Technology
Mathew Knowles teased that Missy Elliott is among the artists on the new project
California
Supporters and opponents of an affordable housing complex for senior farmworkers in Half Moon Bay began gearing up for a battle at the ballot box following a unanimous City Council vote Tuesday that put the matter up for a popular vote. An ordinance authorizing the project and the lease of city-owned property at 555 and […] The post Both sides gear up for election fight on Half Moon Bay senior farmworker housing appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Our expressions both convey and sway our emotions. So if you freeze your face, will you change your mood?
Technology
Writer George Kay certainly knows his way around a mystery. The success of his Netflix series “Lupin” and his Apple TV drama “Hijack” (especially the first season) have well proven his abilities. With his latest crime drama, BritBox’s “Gone,” loosely inspired by Julie Mackay and Robert Murphy’s true crime novel, “To Hunt A Killer,” Kay […]
Bay Area
A massive plume of smoke was visible Thursday afternoon around Hunters Point.
Technology
As the social media-fired brand expands its retail operation with new locations in London, Dubai and beyond, Grede told WWD that business is often misunderstood.
California
After several years of planning, public outreach and environmental review, Cal Fire has begun the next phase of the Coastal Adaptive Management Experiment, commonly referred to as AMEX, at Mendocino County’s Jackson Demonstration State Forest. The long-term research study will evaluate several forest management strategies designed to improve the resilience of California’s coastal redwood forests to […] The post Cal Fire tests strategies to make redwood forests more resilient to climate change appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
The man was last seen on July 13.
California
A federal grand jury in the District of Maine returned a six-count indictment today charging Shawn Bonneau, 40, of Fullerton, California, with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion and wire fraud.
California
California, Arizona and Nevada offered to cut water use to ease the Colorado River crisis. The Trump administration is set to adopt much of their proposal.
California
DMV officials said more than 3 million people have enrolled in the Mobile Driver License's Pilot Program since 2023.
Bay Area
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2020, California gave schools an enticing opportunity: A ratepayer-funded grant program would let them assess the condition of their heating and cooling systems, then pay for upgrades based on that review. But in 2024, the California Energy Commission, which administers the California […]
California
A program that promised schools upgraded AC systems was cut short in 2024, leaving hundreds of districts with broken systems and no money to fix them.
California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2020, California gave schools an enticing opportunity: A ratepayer-funded grant program would let them assess the condition of their heating and cooling systems, then pay for upgrades based on that review. But in 2024, the California Energy Commission, which administers the California […]
Bay Area
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2020, California gave schools an enticing opportunity: A ratepayer-funded grant program would let them assess the condition of their heating and cooling systems, then pay for upgrades based on that review. But in 2024, the California Energy Commission, which administers the California […]
California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2020, California gave schools an enticing opportunity: A ratepayer-funded grant program would let them assess the condition of their heating and cooling systems, then pay for upgrades based on that review. But in 2024, the California Energy Commission, which administers the California […]
California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California is taking the Trump administration to court a third time over its attempts to tie crucial emergency preparedness funding to the president’s preferences on immigration enforcement and election administration. In a coalition with 24 Democratic-led states, Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the […]
California
The Trump administration wants to link emergency preparedness grants for states to its preferences on immigration enforcement and the administration of elections.
Bay Area
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California is taking the Trump administration to court a third time over its attempts to tie crucial emergency preparedness funding to the president’s preferences on immigration enforcement and election administration. In a coalition with 24 Democratic-led states, Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the […]
California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California is taking the Trump administration to court a third time over its attempts to tie crucial emergency preparedness funding to the president’s preferences on immigration enforcement and election administration. In a coalition with 24 Democratic-led states, Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the […]
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California is taking the Trump administration to court a third time over its attempts to tie crucial emergency preparedness funding to the president’s preferences on immigration enforcement and election administration. In a coalition with 24 Democratic-led states, Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the […]
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California, other states sue Trump administration for making disaster aid conditional.
Bay Area
Maz Naba’s hit pop-up is moving into the former Bar Agricole, giving the chef space to serve everything from housemade charcuterie to cocktails.
Culture
The brand launched in 2018 with one hero product, the Jet Lag mask. Now, with the launch of bodycare, it’s extending its remit as it expands globally.
Bay Area
At the time of his arrest, prosecutors said the suspect told investigators, "He indicated that he had had homicidal fantasies for awhile and that he had previously disclosed these fantasies but he 'kept getting let out' of custody."
Technology
A tugboat captain has pleaded guilty to causing a deadly Miami collision that killed three girls from a sailing camp last summer
California
This week, OpenAI revealed that one of its AI models broke out into the wild and did a bunch of hinky stuff. How many times do we need to hear this story before someone does something to protect humans?
Technology
The legal filing accuses Simone Ledward Boseman of keeping assets owed to the actor's parents and shutting them out of a company that holds his rights.
California
Derrick and Kevin Boseman have filed a petition against Chadwick Boseman's widow, alleging she failed to distribute assets owed to their parents.
Technology
When an artist is as prolific — and as easily bored — as Charli xcx, “How much is too much?” becomes a significant question, and one she herself addressed in “The Moment,” the mock-umentary on her “Brat” era released earlier this year. That remarkably self-aware film, in which she plays a sort of parallel-universe version of […]
California
Former residents and descendants of Chavez Ravine gathered in L.A. for the unveiling of "Chavez Ravine: An Unfinished Story," a new archive by Loyola Marymount University that digitizes the community's history.
Technology
The outsized premium was due in part to offshore investors who, locked out of the highly anticipated listings, turned to crypto for a parallel market.
Technology
Grande’s custom lineup includes bubblegum-pink thigh-high boots and sculptural lace-up platforms.
Technology
The Edinburgh Film Festival's industry section will include various networking events and sessions, including an inaugural UK Film Conference on the state of independent film in the U.K..
Technology
Until now, voice mode has only been available on Claude Haiku, Anthropic's faster but less powerful model. Now the company is making its Opus and Sonnet models available in voice mode, and extending its reach into apps like Gmail, Slack, and Canva. When Anthropic launched voice mode last year, it was primarily focused on delivering […] Until now, voice mode has only been available on Claude Haiku , Anthropic's faster but less powerful model. Now the company is making its Opus and Sonnet models available in voice mode , and extending its reach into apps like Gmail, Slack, and Canva. When Anthropic launched voice mode last year, it was primarily focused on delivering answers to quick questions with minimal delay. But in a blog post, the company said people immediately started using voice mode for far more than casual queries. They were using it to work "through real business problems
Technology
The tech company is rolling out a significant update to its chargeback prevention solution for retail suppliers.
Bay Area
In California, the threat of wildfire is a constant reality. Yet most homes lost in wildfires are not destroyed by the advancing wall of flames. Instead, they are ignited by wind-driven embers that can travel miles ahead of the fire front. These fiery particles seek out the smallest vulnerabilities, lodging in gutters, slipping through attic... The post Collins: Take steps to protect your home from wildfires appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
Comcast said earlier this year it would split the cable businesses from the media business, creating two separate publicly traded companies.
Technology
Trump would be nearly certain to veto any measure to curtail his ability to wage war with Iran.
Culture
Connecticut antiques dealer David L. Johnson will be sentenced in October.
Technology
On the hunt for a PC case that’s loaded with features and has a unique look? Amazon, Best Buy, and Corsair are selling the Corsair Frame 4500X RS for $119.99, a $70 discount from the usual price. The versatile case supports motherboards up to EATX, GPUs up to 460mm in length, and has a seamless […] If only the air looked this cool as it flows through the Frame 4500X RS. | Image: Corsair On the hunt for a PC case that’s loaded with features and has a unique look? Amazon , Best Buy , and Corsair are selling the Corsair Frame 4500X RS for $119.99, a $70 discount from the usual price. The versatile case supports motherboards up to EATX, GPUs up to 460mm in length, and has a seamless panoramic glass window that wraps around its front and left side. The case includes three fans with reverse rotors mounted to its right side, letting the ARGB lighting shine into the case while they pull in
Technology
New legislation on destroying unsold apparel, footwear and accessories could force brands to rethink overproduction and invest in better planning, according to supply chain veteran Anne-Laure Descours.
Bay Area
The November 2026 election is shaping up to be consequential for Menlo Park, Atherton, Portola Valley and Woodside. Key seats on city and town councils are up for grabs, with a number of incumbents saying they won’t run for reelection.
Technology
It took fourteen and a half years, but Jason Alexander finally apologized. On Wednesday, the “Seinfeld” actor issued a public apology to Courtney Stodden for a “comedy” sketch the two filmed together wherein Alexander, who was 52 at the time, fondled a 17-year-old Stodden’s breasts with a cell phone and said that when she turned […]
California
Californians will pay almost 10% higher healthcare premiums on average for their Covered California plans in 2027, the state agency announced Tuesday.
Bay Area
Californians will pay almost 10% higher healthcare premiums on average for their Covered California plans in 2027, the state agency announced Tuesday.
Bay Area
Californians will pay almost 10% higher healthcare premiums on average for their Covered California plans in 2027, the state agency announced Tuesday.
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Californians will pay almost 10% higher healthcare premiums on average for their Covered California plans in 2027, the state agency announced Tuesday.
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Californians will pay almost 10% higher healthcare premiums on average for their Covered California coverage in 2027, the state agency announced Tuesday. In the coverage year 2027, premiums will increase by 9.9%, compared to the 10.3% increase for 2026. In a news release, Covered California said that the increase in premiums is driven by the […] The post Covered California premiums up 9.9% in 2027 despite state subsidies, federal cuts blamed appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Coverwatch has raised a $4.5 million pre-seed round to help accelerate product development and expand the team at the San Francisco-based firm. The round was led by CoFound and Restive with participation from KFund, liquid2 ventures and others. Coverwatch is …
Technology
As colleges race to keep up with the creator economy with new courses and Greek-like clubs, USC Reach has emerged as one of the flagship programs turning students into social media superstars.
Technology
Cyclospora presents a test for HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s promise to overhaul the food system and restore confidence in the agencies overseeing it.
Science
Michigan health officials reported 7,171 cases linked to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis on Wednesday, up 600 cases since its last update on Tuesday. The outbreak of the intestinal infection in Michigan has resulted in 102 hospitalizations, according to the state …
Technology
For the HBO limited series 'DTF St. Louis,' Harbour is nominated for his work as a producer (best limited series) and performer (best supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie).
Culture
Davido celebrates 15 years in music and breaks down the vision behind his upcoming album ORIADÉ. He reflects on constantly creating, recording songs across two years and nearly 60 tour dates, and why this new era feels deeply personal. He also explains the meaning behind ORIADÉ, why he wanted the album’s title, theme and sound […]
Bay Area
The shooting death of a man who police said injured an officer with a knife while resisting arrest has roiled Wisconsin's capital city, with Gov. Tony Evers calling for "transparency and accountability" and Madison community members gathering Thursday at a growing memorial.
Markets
W.R. Berkley’s CEO wasted no time addressing the issue that has been stuck in his craw for at least a year. “We continue to have great concern around much of the [delegated underwriting authority] model and how it’s participating in …
California
The number of shoot days from incentivized productions is slowly growing, but Los Angeles' on-location filming is still down compared to last year.
Technology
Prior moon rock samples, including from Apollo, seem heavily influenced by one impact. The farside samples tweak the story.
Markets
The integration enables MGAs, wholesalers, and program administrators to quote, finance, and accept payments within a single workflow. Brea, CA, July 23, 2026 – Dyad and Imperial PFS (IPFS) today announced the availability of embedded premium finance and digital payment …
Technology
Kelley L. Carter hosts the program that debuts later this month and highlights the intersection between sports and culture.
Technology
The European Union has fined Google $1 billion for breaking digital antitrust regulations
Technology
The upscale brand has a big presence in Europe and Asia and managing director Daniel Hermann is now looking at opportunities in the U.S. and Mexico.
Technology
The Olympic skier will appear in campaigns for the brand’s Lip Maestro and Armani Dolci Makeup Blush.
Technology
Her chiseled physique echoes the architectural lines of the Aurora bag, one of the first designed by creative director Miguel Castro Freitas.
Technology
The London-based French designer, who won the 2026 ANDAM Special Prize, is planning on expanding beyond her intricate hand-knit signature.
News
While the core car business had a solid quarter, Tesla is now focused on building out the infrastructure and AI software that underpins its robotaxis and robotics businesses, which Musk has said are the future of the company. And doing so requires a lot more spending.
Bay Area
The East Palo Alto City Council weighed location options for its first ever potable water tank – a 3-million-gallon storage structure that has the potential to improve local water pressure and change the appearance of a neighborhood.
Bay Area
"I've admired my dad not just as my father, but as a person and an artist my whole life." ❤️ Hayden Begley is joining her father, Ed Begley Jr., in "Proof," a production in which "100 percent of the proceeds" supports Parkinson's research. Read all about their special collaboration.
Markets
Eight people have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a $1.2 million travel insurance fraud kickback scheme, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Indiana announced. According to court documents, Jennifer Fleener devised a scheme in 2016 to …
Technology
There are now positive results from five late-stage trials on retatrutide, which Lilly is positioning as the next pillar of its obesity portfolio.
Technology
The Los Angeles fine jewelry designer is expanding into home with hand-dyed linens inspired by her signature gemstone palettes, with a broader range of lifestyle objects to follow.
Technology
Lifted by the Zegna brand and the group's direct-to-consumer channel, the group closed the quarter ended June 30 with sales of 517.1 million euros, up 10.3 percent.
Technology
The trading partners may be taking several steps back from the hard-fought truce that was ratified in June.
Bay Area
Ex-Magnolia Independent School District teacher Jason Maldonado was charged with having an improper relationship between an educator and a student in Texas.
Science
The service members who refused the Covid vaccine, the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history, and other health news from Morning Rounds
Culture
A dual Canadian American citizen who was extradited from Canada pleaded guilty today for her role in a human smuggling conspiracy that resulted in the deaths of a family, including two children under the age of three, in the St. Lawrence River.
California
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures between 108 to 112 degrees. * WHERE...Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert. * WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 9 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures as hot as 120, and for Friday and Saturday and low temperatures as warm as the upper 80s to mid 90s for Thursday and Friday expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Major to locally Extreme HeatRisk. Elevated low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures as hot as the upper 90s to 110 and low temperatures as warm as the low to mid 70s for Thursday through Saturday expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures as hot as the mid 90s to low 100s, and low temperatures as warm as the 70s for Thursday through Saturday expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures as hot as 100 to 110 for Thursday through Saturday and low temperatures as warm as the mid 70s to upper 80s for Friday and Saturday expected. * WHERE...Apple and Lucerne Valleys. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures as hot as 120 and lows through Sunday as warm as the upper 80s to mid 90s expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Major to locally Extreme HeatRisk. Elevated low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
California
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures as hot as the mid 90s to low 100s, and low temperatures as warm as the 70s to low 80s through Saturday expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures between 108 to 112 degrees. * WHERE...Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures between 108 to 112 degrees. * WHERE...Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert. * WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 9 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions expected. Afternoon temperatures in the desert valleys will climb into the 108 to 114 degree range, and may exceed 115 along the Colorado River Valley and 120 in Death Valley. Overnight lows generally 80 to 95 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and southern Nevada including the Greater Mojave Desert region. * WHEN...From 10 AM PDT /10 AM MST/ this morning to 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
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* WHAT...Hot daytime conditions with high temperatures between 100 and 108 common. Warm overnight conditions will bring less relief than usual. * WHERE...Antelope Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Culture
Yesterday’s exchange underscored growing cooperation between Indonesia and the U.S. in identifying, recovering, and repatriating trafficked items to their country of origin
Technology
As the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr has authority over the nation’s TV, radio, and internet. But since Donald Trump was elected to his second term, Carr has wielded that power to threaten broadcasters that have exercised their free speech rights to make jokes about the president. He was even able to […] As the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr has authority over the nation’s TV, radio, and internet. But since Donald Trump was elected to his second term, Carr has wielded that power to threaten broadcasters that have exercised their free speech rights to make jokes about the president. He was even able to get ABC to briefly pull Jimmy Kimmel from his late-night show. As The Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel has said , Carr’s mission is to “trash the First Amendment.” We’ll be following closely as the FCC chairman attemp
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The US Food and Drug Administration said it’s investigating yet another outbreak of the diarrhea-causing cyclospora parasite, with 72 cases tied to an unknown source. The latest infections disclosed by the agency on July 22 add to the surge of …
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The FDA hasn't said where the cases are or how they're linked.
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The summer sun has set on 'Love Island USA' fan favorites Olandria and Nic Vansteenberghe's romance, a year after their time on the hit series.
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A federal judge cast doubt on July 22 on claims by approximately 69,000 people alleging that Johnson & Johnson’s JNJ.N baby powder and other talc products caused ovarian cancer, saying plaintiffs must provide more specific evidence or risk having their …
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The humanitarian initiative was created to support the country’s recovery and reconstruction.
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Mirroring the bipartisan bill introduced in the House, the measure would require a study from the GAO on the state of men’s health in the U.S. to be presented within…
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As the deadline approached, two additional housing proposals in Palo Alto applied under a new state housing law that affords greater height and density to projects near public transit. As of July 16, Palo Alto’s local restrictions took effect, blunting the most significant impacts of Senate Bill 79 by exempting historic properties from the law and... The post Final housing projects round out Palo Alto’s SB 79 window appeared first on San José Spotlight .
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The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...Mostly the Shasta and Scott valleys of Fire Weather Zones 280 and 281, but also portions of the Klamath National Forest. * WINDS...Southwest to west 10 to 20 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph. * MINIMUM HUMIDITY...10 to 15 percent. * DURATION...3 to 7 hours. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In northern California in Fire Weather Zones 284 and 285, including the Klamath, Shasta and Modoc National Forests. In Oregon, nearly all areas east of the Cascades, including the Klamath Basin, Fremont-Winema National Forest and the south central Oregon Desert including BLM land in Fire Weather Zones 624 and 625. * WINDS...Southwest to west 10 to 20 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph both Friday and Saturday afternoon and evening. * MINIMUM HUMIDITY...5 to 15 percent. * DURATION...3 to 8 hours each afternoon and evening. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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Google's selfie videos can be used for account access, AI Avatars, and age verification.
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For perspective on the Houthis' efforts to block shipping in the Red Sea, Amna Nawaz spoke with Timothy Lenderking. During his decades-long career as a U.S. diplomat, he served as special envoy to Yemen and as acting assistant secretary for Near East Affairs. He's now at the law firm Squire Patton Boggs.
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RAMageddon has claimed yet another victim, with Framework now announcing a "major and unfortunate" pricing update for its upcoming premium laptop - which also impacts folks who preordered it. Memory configurations for the Laptop 13 Pro have been adjusted after Framework says it received cost updates from its memory supplier that "are more than double […] The Framework Laptop 13 Pro configuration you wanted may not be available for a while. | Image: Framework RAMageddon has claimed yet another victim, with Framework now announcing a "major and unfortunate" pricing update for its upcoming premium laptop - which also impacts folks who preordered it. Memory configurations for the Laptop 13 Pro have been adjusted after Framework says it received cost updates from its memory supplier that "are more than double that of the prior inventory." While Framework says it has enough LPCAMM2 memor
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Andrew Groves will mine personal archives, company records, patents and the sporting press to document Fred Perry’s origins from 1952 and reframe its legacy for today.
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The Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans has launched a campaign using American Western-style posters to raise awareness about hundreds of paintings looted during the Nazi invasion.
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Japanese food with a SoCal spirit, no compromises.
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Find out when to stream sets by the xx, Mitski, Turnstile, and many more
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A new report found that GLP-1 users were more likely to return clothes than the general consumer.
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Primate Labs is releasing Geekbench 7, the latest generation of its popular benchmarking tool. Geekbench 7 features new video and audio encoding / decoding tests, a redesigned multi-core test, and larger, more demanding datasets for CPUs and GPUs to crunch through. It otherwise looks and acts just like Geekbench 6, and a Pro license will […] Primate Labs is releasing Geekbench 7 , the latest generation of its popular benchmarking tool. Geekbench 7 features new video and audio encoding / decoding tests, a redesigned multi-core test, and larger, more demanding datasets for CPUs and GPUs to crunch through. It otherwise looks and acts just like Geekbench 6, and a Pro license will cost the same $99 (discounted to $79 until August 6th). A Geekbench 7 Pro license allows for offline benchmarking that doesn't get uploaded to the Geekbench Browser , and it still covers all compatible desktop
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For 20 years, Bourbon and Branch has forbidden the use of phones.
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Student protests organized by a pseudo-political outfit, Cockroach Janta Party, are gaining momentum as they challenge the political establishment.
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Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk and Universal Pictures Content Group to release film that will be accompanied by new Mary McCartney-directed short Finding Faith
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Out threatrically on Aug. 26, metal band's second concert movie was shot on 16mm film and presents a behind-the-scenes look at their Skeletour
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Residents describe the conditions they've been living in nearly a month after a fire damaged a cold storage food warehouse in Boyle Heights.
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Oil prices surged more than 6% on Thursday.
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Fourth Fridays series will feature multiple stages of musicians and performers in downtown Menlo Park.
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Fourth Fridays series will feature multiple stages of musicians and performers in downtown Menlo Park.
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Fourth Fridays series will feature multiple stages of musicians and performers in downtown Menlo Park.
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Fourth Fridays series will feature multiple stages of musicians and performers in downtown Menlo Park.
Technology
The European Union has fined Google's parent company Alphabet €890 million (about $1 billion) for two separate violations of the bloc's Digital Markets Act (DMA). One penalty is for giving its own products preferential treatment in search results, while the other is for blocking Android developers from sending users to alternate payment options. A €460 […] The European Union has fined Google's parent company Alphabet €890 million (about $1 billion) for two separate violations of the bloc's Digital Markets Act (DMA). One penalty is for giving its own products preferential treatment in search results, while the other is for blocking Android developers from sending users to alternate payment options. A €460 million fine has been issued to Google for giving preferential treatment to its own Shopping, Hotels, and Flights services in Google Search results. The secon
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Google becomes third tech giant to face huge fines under the Digital Markets Act.
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Google continues to report big quarterly revenue, but its AI spending has skyrocketed.
Technology
Google announced yet another way to gain access to your account if you get locked out, forget your password, or don't have access to the phone, computer, or two-factor authentication apps you typically use. As the name implies, selfie video lets you capture a short video of your face on a mobile device or PC, […] Google announced yet another way to gain access to your account if you get locked out, forget your password, or don't have access to the phone, computer, or two-factor authentication apps you typically use. As the name implies, selfie video lets you capture a short video of your face on a mobile device or PC, which is then compared to an earlier video that Google keeps on file to confirm you're the account owner. Setting up the selfie video feature simply requires you to look at your device's camera and follow a series of onscreen prompts that guide you through simple head
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Crews tested how much graffiti could be removed in a day from the Oceanwide Towers project downtown, and the results were promising.
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Grammy-nominated 'Don't Mess With My Man' singer Nivea revealed on the music interview series 'Cadillac Chronicles' that she was diagnosed with leukemia earlier this year.
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The Menlo Park Fire Protection District Board had a special guest at their meeting on Tuesday, July 21: Prieta, the 7-year-old dog that Menlo Park firefighters recently rescued from the San Francisco Bay.
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The Menlo Park Fire Protection District Board had a special guest at their meeting on Tuesday, July 21: Prieta, the 7-year-old dog that Menlo Park firefighters recently rescued from the San Francisco Bay.
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The Menlo Park Fire Protection District Board had a special guest at their meeting on Tuesday, July 21: Prieta, the 7-year-old dog that Menlo Park firefighters recently rescued from the San Francisco Bay.
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Highlights from the report include renewed gender parity certification and global diversity achievements.
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The Grammy-nominated artist makes a special appearance on the song for Discovery's K-Pop Shark Heroes special.
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South Korea has been hit by a “significant” data leak that could affect all of its diplomats following a breach at a government-run training academy. A system that held roughly 10,000 records of current and retired diplomats is believed to …
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation, John Mayer and Stephen and Ayesha Curry were honored at the philanthropy-focused event, put on in partnership with the Social Impact Fund.
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* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to lower 90s for the mesas and other higher coastal terrain and low temperatures in the lower 70s expected. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures as hot as the 90s to 105 and low temperatures as warm as the mid 70s to mid 80s for Thursday and Friday expected. * WHERE...Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s and low temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures as hot as the 90s to low 100s, and low temperatures as warm as the 70s and lower 80s below 6500 feet for Thursday through Saturday expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains and San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to lower 90s for the mesas and other higher coastal terrain and low temperatures in the lower 70s expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures as hot as the mid 90s to 105 for the inland valleys on Thursday and Friday and low temperatures as warm as the 70s for the inland valleys on Friday and Saturday expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Valleys. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures as hot as the mid 90s to 105 for the inland valleys through Sunday and low temperatures as warm as the 70s for the inland valleys on Friday and Saturday expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Valleys. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures as hot as the 90s to low 100s, and low temperatures as warm as the 70s and lower 80s below 6500 feet through Sunday expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains and San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s and low temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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* WHAT...Hot and humid daytime conditions with high temperatures between 88 and 96 common. Warm overnight conditions will bring less relief than usual. * WHERE...Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles and Ventura County Inland Coast. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
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* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, Hot daytime and evening conditions with high temperatures between 88 and 98 common. Very warm overnight conditions will bring little relief. For the Wind Advisory, North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
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* WHAT...Hot daytime and evening conditions in the foothills with high temperatures between 88 and 98 common. Very warm overnight conditions will bring little relief. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
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* WHAT...Hot daytime conditions with high temperatures between 97 and 107 common. Warm overnight conditions will bring less relief than usual * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
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* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, Hot daytime conditions with high temperatures between 97 and 107 common. Very warm overnight conditions will bring less relief than usual. For the Wind Advisory, North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
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* WHAT...Very warm and humid daytime conditions with high temperatures between 80 and 86 common. Warm overnight conditions will bring less relief than usual. * WHERE...Los Angeles County Beaches, Malibu Coast, Palos Verdes Hills, and Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Technology
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's overhaul of Britain's domestic policy could fuel a range of trading opportunities in U.K. stocks.
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"Always reminds me of Niall for some reason," the Brit said of one track.
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If Trump's latest money-making scheme isn't illegal, what would be?
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FACING POTENTIAL DELAYS stemming from a historic railroad trestle marked for preservation, San Jose parks officials have paused plans for the southernmost portion of the planned Five Wounds Trail in East San Jose. Work on the project — originally envisioned as a 2.2-mile bicycle and pedestrian corridor linking Story Road and Highway 101 — will now focus […] The post Historic railroad trestle stands in the way of completing San Jose’s Five Wounds Trail appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Net sales in the first quarter of fiscal 2027 increased 5.7 percent to $1.02 billion.
California
The numbers from this year's point-in-time homelessness count delivered a major blow to Bass, who is seeking reelection and has made the issue a central part of her agenda.
California
'Drive' director Nicolas Winding Refn's first feature in a decade finds him still fixated on sizzling neon and chilly characters. He's got his kinks.
Technology
Behind Spain’s biggest names are stories of migration, sacrifice, siblings, and unwavering support. From Lamine Yamal to Nico Williams, these are the families who helped shape football’s newest generation.
California
California’s new frontier AI law doesn't require OpenAI to report its agents’ Hugging Face Hack. How often does this happen elsewhere?
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The veteran L.A. musician's new album, 'Beard,' reflects recent changes in her life and business.
Bay Area
In the span of two fateful weeks, Palo Altans saw an unprecedented wave of housing proposals totaling nearly 400 units across the corridors that weave through downtown and California Avenue.
California
For its 15th anniversary, 'Drive' director Nicolas Winding Refn looks back on working with Ryan Gosling, shooting in L.A. and some surprising influences.
Culture
Here, we break down the steps of how to incorporate color theory into your clothing, no matter your season.
Technology
Heading into the series finale, creator Lena Waithe along with stars Birgundi Baker and Jacob Latimore reflect on the Paramount+ show's legacy, and tease how it will all end.
Technology
Sure, maybe your clock has a backup battery, but mine has a deployment pipeline!
Markets
IBM’s official earnings report comes after a bruising profit warning last week.
California
Immigration and Customs Enforcement released its first batch of detention data since early April. Detentions dropped after the raids intensified in January, but surged once again in June.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is giving up on its plan to use two rural Pennsylvania warehouses to hold thousands of people
Technology
It helps recent box office hits like Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ were shot using Imax's proprietary camera technology and command higher ticket prices for its giant screen theaters.
Technology
Hits like “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” and “Michael” helped lift Imax’s second quarter earnings. During the three-month period ending in June, the big screen provider’s revenues increased 12% to $102.8 million, while net income improved 30% to $15.9 million. Imax recorded adjusted earnings per share of 43 cents, a 65% improvement over the prior-year […]
Bay Area
Republican gubernatorial nominee Steve Hilton is making an early play for one of the toughest voter blocks for any California Republican: voters who don't like President Donald Trump.
California
A 1936 Los Angeles law prohibits playing baseball, basketball, soccer or any other ball game on a city street or sidewalk.
Technology
The big budget adaptation of the epic poem
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Sony Pictures has signed on as international distributor for “Ramayana,” the two-part Indian mythological epic directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios, covering all territories outside India. Indian distribution will be handled by media personality Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. The story follows the exiled prince Rama and his wife Sita, […]
Technology
Indian startup Skyroot joins Chinese and American private companies in the race to launch satellites in low orbit.
Technology
Intel rallied after the company reported blowout earnings and guidance.
Technology
The International Union of Cinemas has criticized the European Commission’s approval of the Paramount-Warner Bros merger, saying the decision was based on “too narrow a scope.” The union, known as UNIC, represents the European theater trade, including cinema associations and operators, across 39 territories. While UNIC welcomed the EC’s requirement for Paramount to cancel film […]
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A "perfect combination" of hot and humid weather can help mosquitoes flourish.
Technology
Paradise City Sales has boarded worldwide sales on Iranian filmmaker Mohsen Gharaei’s latest feature, “Falling House” which is set to world premiere in the Horizons section at the Venice Film Festival. “Falling House” marks his follow up to “Blockage,” a 2017 drama that portrayed contemporary Iranian society and won best film at Busan before going on […]
Technology
Homer would've wanted this.
Technology
Wall Street is banking heavily on exchange-traded funds that give investors artificial intelligence exposure, according to JPMorgan Asset Management.
Markets
Japan’s pension titan selling foreign assets could push U.S. yields up and sap demand for the dollar.
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A U.S. judge approved the $1.5-billion settlement Anthropic agreed to pay authors whose pirated books it used to train its chatbot Claude.
Technology
Today, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the City of Milwaukee, Mayor Cavalier Johnson, City Attorney Evan Goyke, and Chief of Police Jeffrey Norman, challenging their unconstitutional attempt to regulate federal law enforcement officers by prohibiting federal officers from wearing masks and requiring they wear individual identifiers in Milwaukee, Wis., Code of Ordinances§ 105-140.
Culture
The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division announced today that it has returned to implementing targeted Second Request investigations to expedite merger review. The Division is also publishing a model timing agreement in connection with this release.
Technology
Karina Longworth’s podcast “You Must Remember This” returns for its latest season, “The Bisexuals,” on Sept. 15. Over eight episodes, creator and host Longworth will explore the history of bisexuals in the 1900s Hollywood sphere. Beginning with Libby Holman’s rise to stardom in 1920s New York, “The Bisexuals” will also cover her transition to infamy […]
Culture
Recording stars being honored in other fields include Cheech & Chong (motion pictures) and Nicole Scherzinger (live theater/live performance).
Culture
The movie first premiered at the Tribeca Festival in June.
Technology
The Lifetimes Tour - Live From Paris will screen on IMAX in September
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Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman talks about the second year of the festival's return to Long Beach with bigger stages but familiar controlled chaos — merch tents, skate ramps, surprises.
California
The number of shoot days in the three-month period from April to June fell 12 percent compared to the same period last year.
Technology
Los Angeles production volume fell slightly in the second quarter of 2026, as an increase in state tax incentives has failed to overcome industry headwinds. Shoot days for TV, film and commercials dropped by 3.1% compared to the previous quarter, according to FilmLA, which tracks location permit data for the L.A. region. Films and commercials […]
California
There are 45,194 people living without stable shelter in the city of L.A., according to four people briefed on the latest homeless count results.
Technology
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our Cover Story segment, Variety’s Angelique Jackson details her time spent with multihyphenate superstar Travis Scott, who comes off a record-setting music tour with a high-profile role in the movie of the moment, Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” Scott has emerged as a star in the new realm […]
Culture
Novelist Lauren Oyler's new essay in the New Yorker will make you feel like you've attended Florentina Holzinger's Venice Biennale Pavilion.
Technology
Life-size brick-built Creature Cantina, anyone?
Technology
Carl Merriam has designed some of my favorite nostalgia-inducing Lego sets, including the Lego Nintendo Game Boy and Piranha Plant. He's assisted on the incredible Lion Knights' Castle, Galaxy Explorer, and Pirates of Barracuda Bay. Now, he's helped the company create a $200 Donkey Kong arcade machine set that managed to win even Mario creator […] Carl Merriam has designed some of my favorite nostalgia-inducing Lego sets, including the Lego Nintendo Game Boy and Piranha Plant . He's assisted on the incredible Lion Knights' Castle , Galaxy Explorer , and Pirates of Barracuda Bay . Now, he's helped the company create a $200 Donkey Kong arcade machine set that managed to win even Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto's favor - or so he's told. It doesn't play quite like Donkey Kong , of course. Jumpman, the character that would be renamed Mario, can never reach the top under his own power. B
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The European public has been invited to weigh in on 10 design proposals for future euro banknotes featuring portraits of historic cultural figures.
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Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court may be deeply conservative but it is not simply a rubber stamp for President Donald Trump
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The London store has increased its fabric floor by 140 percent, and plans to turn out 20 new, limited-edition fabrics a year.
Technology
The song’s sci-fi music video sees the producer and Philly rapper dance through an apocalyptic planet
Technology
Five unearthed songs and several alternate versions comprise the LP, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings
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Cal Fire crews battled the blaze overnight and said it was 65% contained as of Thursday morning.
Markets
Lockheed Martin’s stock jumps as a ramp up in missile production helped lead to an earnings beat and raise.
Technology
The store showcases men’s and women’s collections, including leather goods, accessories, ready-to-wear, shoes, watches, fine jewelry, beauty and more.
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The boom that is reversing the doom-loop trend has also revived the city’s oldest challenge — and reshaped the mayor’s governing agenda.
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Change is coming to the Mountain View Los Altos High School District’s board this November, with one incumbent not seeking reelection and two more facing off for the same seat in the district’s inaugural area-based election.
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A machete-wielding man was suspected of driving under the influence before he was shot by police in front of a hospital in Los Alamitos.
Culture
Wellen arrived to LA in April, while Blondet has lived in the city since 2010.
Technology
A new Wired report confirms the shutdown was the result of a “client privacy request,” something unheard of in the venue’s history
Markets
New small business owners are more likely to have proper business insurance than those that have been operating longer. Even so, a majority of small businesses remain underinsured. That’s according to a new survey by ERGO NEXT which found that …
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San José’s Ethiopian community prepares to root for local hero Naomi Girma ahead of the Women’s World Cup next year. The same club that saw her start continues making soccer affordable to families who also want a place to bring their kids closer to their heritage.
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A twice-convicted felon who helped orchestrate a scheme to inflate the value of a small New Jersey delicatessen to more than $100 million was ordered to spend 21 months behind bars. James Patten, 67, was sentenced Tuesday by US District …
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A Madison police officer shot and killed a man who had injured him with a knife while resisting arrest, the city's police chief said Wednesday.
News
Friends and family of Minnesota Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman said the man sentenced Thursday to two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to her murder failed to eliminate her legacy but caused enduring fear and fury as he changed their lives forever.
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The Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to killing a top Democratic state lawmaker and her husband is due to be sentenced in federal court
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Safety Insurance Group Inc,, a property/casualty insurer in Massachusetts and New England, has agreed to be acquired by Spain’s Mapfre S.A. in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.54 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, a subsidiary of Mapfre …
Technology
The actress sprinted through Jersey City in the brand’s $470 Angèle style while filming “Possession.”
California
A recount of the June 2 primary election for Marin County’s District 5 Board of Supervisors seat ended Wednesday. Candidate Andy Podshadley had challenged the results and called for a recount in June but did not pay the required deposit to continue the process, leaving the certified election results unchanged. Magali Limeta remains the official […] The post Marin County District 5 recount ends due to lack of payment, Limeta remains winner appeared first on Local News Matters .
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 93% of confirmed measles cases are associated with outbreaks. There have been 34 new outbreaks reported so far this year.
Culture
Meet the designers embracing color right now
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A 2020 vote by L.A. County supervisors called for the facility to close without a replacement in one year. A commission says that's not feasible anytime soon.
Technology
A novel lawsuit claiming that Meta Platforms relied on discriminatory AI tools to select employees for layoffs highlights the problems workers face in suing employers over the new technology, including proving how it was actually used. The case helps illustrate …
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Any changes to the composition of L.A. Metro’s Board need to be approved by state lawmakers.
Markets
A Mexican man who was struck and killed by a tractor trailer in Florida after running from federal immigration officers was vacationing in the U.S. and had a tourist visa, according to a Mexico official and a group assisting his …
Technology
App is installed through Windows Update when certain LG monitors connect to a PC.
Bay Area
The Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband was sentenced to spend the rest of his life in prison on Thursday, a little over a year after the political attacks.
Technology
A White House official said Moonshot AI, which released the powerful Kimi K3 model last week, accessed Nvidia's GB300 chips in Thailand.
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The eggs were available at stores in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Mississippi.
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More than two dozen states have sued the Trump administration after it required them to comply with election and immigration conditions to get billions of dollars in federal funding for disasters
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A guide to street closures during the weekend of the SF Marathon.
Technology
The FDA is deciding whether seven peptides can be legally compounded, potentially opening the door to broader use in Americans.
Technology
The alternative pop band leads a school-set campaign celebrating young artists and creators, with the bow-trimmed boot launching July 23.
Technology
The New York City Health Department has reported that five people have died and seven people are currently hospitalized due to the outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on the Upper East Side. No new cases have been reported for more than …
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In the coming months, people selling fruit, tacos, ice cream, toys and other goods from carts around the city of Napa will be required to get a permit following Tuesday’s City Council meeting. In a unanimous vote, the council passed a sidewalk vending ordinance, which will limit times and locations for vendors and will require […] The post Napa City Council approves sidewalk vending ordinance requiring permits appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
The U.S. Navy is restricting press access to information about service members by no longer releasing details about sailors' service history
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One in five teens has either made sexually explicit content with AI or knows someone who has.
Culture
A federal grand jury returned an indictment yesterday charging three Las Vegas tax return preparers with conspiracy to defraud the United States and willfully preparing false tax returns for clients.
Technology
The group's former manager teased previously unheard dance and urban remixes involving the trio made up of Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams and some guest rappers like Missy Elliott.
Markets
On Wednesday, nearly 270 New York law enforcement officials participated in a specialized training on combatting auto insurance fraud at the New York State Police Academy in Albany. Participants hailed from 55 agencies including the New York State Police, local …
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A new drug could help people stricken with the most severe forms of valley fever. A small trial showed positive results, with fewer of the side effects affecting other treatments.
Bay Area
A newly built, furnished one-bedroom ADU in Walnut Creek is listed for $3,250 a month with utilities and Wi-Fi included. But the listing also states, "If working from home additional $200 monthly."
Technology
'Avatar: Seven Havens' comes from creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko.
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In our news wrap Thursday, the Trump administration is imposing new tariffs on dozens of countries starting the exact moment a prior round of tariffs is set to expire, tensions are running high in Madison, Wisconsin, following the fatal police shooting of a man with a knife and the man who killed Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman was sentenced to life in prison.
Culture
The mother of four is staying positive and focusing on her music as she continues to work on an upcoming project.
Technology
From fine to fashion jewelry, we sought out the crème de la crème of discounted pieces by Mejuri, John Hardy, Monica Vinader and more.
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This report describes a suspected exposure to Neisseria meningitidis during a university laboratory exercise.
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A nun who was taken into immigration custody after being arrested while walking to Mass in her habit last month in South Texas says she wants to speak out to help others
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Two members of an Orange County street gang were found guilty of murdering a man while attempting to carry out an armed robbery under the direction of the Mexican Mafia, authorities said.
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Starting this fall, every school day will be a cellphone-free day for students who are a part of the Oakland Unified School District. This means that during class, between class, and during lunch, students are not allowed to use their cellphones. The new policy comes after the passage in the state Legislature of Assembly Bill […] The post OUSD goes cellphone-free: Students will be banned from using their devices on campus appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Oakland’s City Council took the final vote to approve the sale of the city’s 50% share of the Oakland Arena and stadium complex on Tuesday, and residents are already petitioning for how those funds should be spent. As part of the deal, Oakland will receive 6% of all ticket sales at the complex, adding about […] The post Oakland advocates start lobbying for arts funding after Coliseum sale appeared first on Local News Matters .
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Mayor Lee first announced the sanitation-first strategy earlier this year. The proposal drew immediate pushback from some City Council members. An ordinance later passed allowing city workers to immediately sweep encampments without requiring alternate shelter.
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Brent crude rose to over $98 a barrel following the news that the rebel group attacked the vessels in the Red Sea.
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Oil prices rose after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iranian infrastructure in response to any attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
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An Oklahoma businessman waived his bankruptcy discharge of more than $120 million after an investigation by the Department of Justice’s U.S. Trustee Program (USTP) found that he concealed income and financial accounts in his bankruptcy case.
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The limited-edition collection includes handcrafted jewelry, personalized keepsakes, patches and festival-ready accessories from female Etsy sellers.
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Episode 1 – A New Series To Help Menlo Park Voters Prepare For November 3 Elections The evidence is now overwhelming: by single-mindedly focusing on a housing plan that exclusively relies on three downtown plazas, our city government (City) is FAILING to: (a) responsibly meet our state-mandated 2023-2031 requirements for affordable housing, and (b) to protect […]
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Will you be copping visionless merch from the companies—from OpenAI to Palantir and Anthropic— meant to be staring down the barrel of tomorrow’s world?
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ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it is still investigating the "unprecedented cyber incident" that led its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack into another AI company.
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OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Health to everyone in the US on Thursday, allowing more people to connect their medical records and health-tracking information to the chatbot. During a briefing, Ashley Alexander, OpenAI's vice president of health product, says the company's models "are now capable of reasoning at levels that are better than clinician level." […] OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Health to everyone in the US on Thursday, allowing more people to connect their medical records and health-tracking information to the chatbot. During a briefing, Ashley Alexander, OpenAI's vice president of health product, says the company's models "are now capable of reasoning at levels that are better than clinician level." When asked for more information about how the performance of OpenAI's models stacks up against human clinicians, OpenAI health lead Karan Singhal says that he would "temper
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It is the kind of development once seen only in science fiction: An artificial intelligence system, trained to probe for digital vulnerabilities, breaks free of human control and acts on its own to hack another company
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OpenAI disclosed this week that some of its AI models went rogue and hacked into open-source developer platform Hugging Face.
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Sweden abolished its century-old wealth tax in 2007 after it punished entrepreneurship and raised little revenue. California risks making the same mistake.
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Oracle will supply on-premises software to the U.S. Department of Defense.
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The change will mean CalOptima members who fall off Medi-Cal will remain eligible to enroll with the plan.
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Is Outside Lands really sold out this year? What can you bring to Outside Lands? Where is will call, what will the weather be like in Golden Gate Park in early August, and can you bring your own food? We have everything you need to know about Outside Lands 2026, including the best ways to get home.
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The Palo Alto VA Health Care System has a new slate of upcoming renovations funded by a $4.8 billion nationwide maintenance package that include work at its Menlo Park, Livermore and Palo Alto campuses.
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The Palo Alto VA Health Care System has a new slate of upcoming renovations funded by a $4.8 billion nationwide maintenance package that include work at its Menlo Park, Livermore and Palo Alto campuses.
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The Palo Alto VA Health Care System has a new slate of upcoming renovations funded by a $4.8 billion nationwide maintenance package that include work at its Menlo Park, Livermore and Palo Alto campuses.
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Both sides are jockeying for an edge in preliminary injunction proceedings.
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Patreon, the creator-focused monetization platform, said on Thursday it was laying off 20% of its employees as it changed how its internal structure operates. The cuts will affect 93 Patreon employees, who will be given at least 16 weeks of severance payments. In a note to staff posted online, CEO Jack Conte said the company’s […]
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Patreon is laying off 20 percent of its workers, or around 93 employees, as reported earlier by 404 Media. In a memo to employees, Patreon CEO Jack Conte writes that the company isn't making these changes "because we believe AI replaces humans," but says AI has "fundamentally transformed the tech industry, including how we work, […] Patreon is laying off 20 percent of its workers, or around 93 employees, as reported earlier by 404 Media . In a memo to employees, Patreon CEO Jack Conte writes that the company isn't making these changes "because we believe AI replaces humans," but says AI has "fundamentally transformed the tech industry, including how we work, how we build products, how we communicate, and more." That shift has changed "how we operate and organize," Conte writes. During an interview on Decoder , last month , Conte laid out his stance on AI, saying that the company is
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Comcast reported earnings early Thursday, with the NBCU streaming service reporting its first ever profitable quarter, but warned of softness in its theme parks business.
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NBCUniversal's Peacock turns a profit for the first time, boosted by audiences tuning into the World Cup and "Love Island."
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He'll voice the key character of Princess Donut, a talking cat.
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Brown & Riding to announced that Abe Kane has joined its National Casualty Practice. With over 20 years of industry experience, Kane specializes in casualty solutions for public entities and higher education institutions. His background spans underwriting, reinsurance, and specialty …
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UCA General Insurance Services, Inc. promoted Laurie Eusebio to vice president of operations. The new role will include a range of responsibilities involving all departments in the firm. Eusebio started with UCA in 2006 as a marketing assistant. Since then, …
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Layoffs follow the Walt Disney Company’s axing of 1,000 jobs companywide.
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Amazon is bringing video games to Prime Video beginning Thursday with the launch of its cloud gaming service Luna within the app. Previously a standalone app from Amazon available to Prime members, Luna is now also available on Prime Video on Fire TVs in the US and UK alongside the streamer’s movies, TV shows and […]
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This report describes progress towards worldwide rubella elimination during 2012-2024.
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Biologists are more concerned about how it could affect future bald eagle residents.
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A year after the Environmental Protection Agency stripped grant money from dozens of communities nationwide during Trump’s DEI crackdown, a small Georgia city is struggling to address environmental health concerns.
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The raccoon gave birth inside the wall of a San Francisco apartment, then broke through to one tenant's bedroom, "The worst thing that could happen is the animal breaks through the ceiling and, like, drops on my head while I'm sleeping," one tenant said.
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The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 1 PM to 8 PM PDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...Mostly the Shasta and Scott valleys of Fire Weather Zones 280 and 281, but also portions of the Klamath National Forest. * WINDS...Southwest to west 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * MINIMUM HUMIDITY...10 to 15 percent. * DURATION...3 to 7 hours Friday afternoon. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
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The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 1 PM Friday to 9 PM PDT Saturday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In northern California in Fire Weather Zones 284 and 285, including the Klamath, Shasta and Modoc National Forests. In Oregon, nearly all areas east of the Cascades, including the Klamath Basin, Fremont-Winema National Forest and the south central Oregon Desert including BLM land in Fire Weather Zones 624 and 625. * WINDS...Southwest to west 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph both Friday and Saturday afternoon and evening. * MINIMUM HUMIDITY...5 to 15 percent. * DURATION...3 to 8 hours Friday and Saturday afternoon and evening. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The fire weather threat will decrease overnight with inc
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The reopening of Sunset Boulevard this week following a trunk line break that inundated West Hollywood with 17 million gallons of water hit a setback on Wednesday when crews discovered another leak.
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The work is calculated to cost some $355 million.
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Flames are burning east of Kings Canyon National Park and the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Technology-driven insurer Root has launched its behavior-based car insurance in New Jersey, marking its 37th state. Using mobile telematics, Root calculates its rates primarily on actual driving performance, such as focused driving, smooth braking, and gentle turns. The system can …
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It's Roxette's first music video to pass one billion views on YouTube.
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Nervous investors set the stage for massive post-earnings moves in Wall Street’s biggest stocks.
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San Francisco will lower speed limits on more streets near schools after the city’s transportation agency approved a new safety program aimed at reducing crashes and making it safer for children to travel to and from class. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s Board of Directors voted Tuesday to establish a new default 20 mph […] The post SF transit agency lowers speed limits near more schools to improve student safety appeared first on Local News Matters .
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FDA advisers are set to consider whether allowing compounding pharmacies to offer largely unproven peptides is a safer bet than the gray-market versions now in use.
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The panel recommended allowing compounding pharmacies to produce popular but unproven BPC-157 and KPV peptides.
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The Lantus Solostar insulin pen isn't in official FDA shortage, but patients are having a tough time finding it.
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Timothy Westlake, an emergency doctor nominated to head SAMHSA, has been active in addiction policy in Wisconsin.
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Veterans who want to rejoin the military are often bogged down in bureaucratic red tape.
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Sean Kaufman, nominated to run ASPR, has a track record of questioning the safety of vaccines.
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MacArthur Park, once a symbol of Los Angeles, is plagued by drugs. The city is reviving it, but Wilshire Boulevard slashes the park in half.
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The veteran English actor is stunning audiences with her unforgettable Circe in Christopher Nolan's epic, a showcase for her fearlessness and range.
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Video footage shows police in riot gear storming the Stud Alley block party on June 27 in a chaotic scene that led to 20 arrests.
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A public hearing on the city’s extreme heat preparedness comes as San Francisco recorded its hottest July day on record in more than a decade this month.
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The San Francisco Public Library has introduced a new program to promote home safety by offering free radon detector loans. The initiative encourages residents to test their homes for radioactive gas and is part of a partnership between the San Francisco Public Library and the California Department of Public Health. The program is important because […] The post San Francisco Public Library launches free radon detector lending program for residents appeared first on Local News Matters .
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The San Francisco Board of Supervisors passed legislation Tuesday to impose stricter penalties for using illegal fireworks after the city saw a rise in fireworks-related injuries and fires over the Fourth of July weekend. “This ordinance gives the city a practical tool to change behavior before somebody is burned, a home catches fire, or a […] The post San Francisco supervisors approve greater penalties for illegal fireworks appeared first on Local News Matters .
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California and federal agriculture officials have declared a Mediterranean fruit fly infestation in and around San Jose eradicated, lifting a 241-square-mile quarantine that had been in place for nearly a year. The California Department of Food and Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the agricultural commissioners for Santa Clara and Alameda counties announced the […] The post San Jose Medfly infestation eradicated, 241-square-mile quarantine ends appeared first on Local News Matters .
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San Jose city officials say there could be as many as 300 illegitimate bins in the city. The bins don't give donations to those in need, but instead, companies resell the items they collect.
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A local school district is finding itself in choppy waters as it weighs the best way to provide teachers and other employees with affordable housing. In 2024, the San Jose Unified School District issued a general obligation bond, Measure R, to fund the renovation of classrooms and facilities, as well as provide affordable housing for... The post San Jose school district weighs workforce housing options appeared first on San José Spotlight .
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San Jose is drawing up the rules of the road for automated food delivery robots, as the industry eyes local expansion. New draft regulations, unveiled this week, could pave the way for a larger rollout of the delivery bots, which first hit San Jose’s sidewalks in April. That may include the introduction of larger and... The post San Jose to develop regulations for delivery robots appeared first on San José Spotlight .
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Motorists who block bike lanes in Santa Monica beware! The city is employing AI-powered cameras to identify and cite violators.
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British actress Emily Watson will serve as jury president at the 32nd instalment of the Bosnian film festival in August.
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Elaine Forbes, who previously served as director of the Port of San Francisco, faces multiple misdemeanor charges after trespassing on two boats on Saturday.
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Joint police task force ramps up efforts to solve the oldest missing teens case in America
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Too few senators were in attendance to proceed with a vote on the CDC director nominee.
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While ServiceNow’s earnings beat proved that its AI momentum is picking up, the launch of OpenAI Presence reignited fears of enterprise software disruption
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The country singer also discussed opening for Harry Styles and missing Taylor Swift's wedding
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The Prince of Darkness died a year ago today at age 76
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After staying flat as the U.S.-Iran war heated up again, equities tumbled on Thursday after oil prices crossed $100 per barrel.
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Though it’s emblazoned on our state flag, the last California grizzly bear died more than a century ago. Now, a group of Democratic lawmakers wants to consider bringing back the species in the state — despite misgivings from communities that would be the most vulnerable to bear attacks if they return. As CalMatters’ Ryan Sabalow […]
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A cyclone that wreaked more than €1 billion ($1.14 billion) in damage along Sicily’s coast has also exposed a flaw in Italy’s push to expand mandatory insurance against natural disasters. Businesses were insured, but not for the risks they faced …
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Precious metals have rallied in recent days, but analysts say prices could face a difficult path back to all-time highs achieved earlier this year.
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The House on Thursday narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran, sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain.
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Circana numbers show US gamers overwhelmingly voting with their wallets.
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The stone sculptures were originally acquired in Japan by the museum's founder in the 1930s.
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The worst of Southern California's heat wave is passing, but broiling conditions will continue through the weekend.
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Southwest hired a ship this spring to send fuel from Houston to Los Angeles in case of supply shortages.
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The former mayoral candidate and reality TV villain accuses California's governor and attorney general of "crippling" Hollywood over politics.
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The healthcare industry continues to navigate a complex risk landscape. Rising claim severity, social inflation, workforce challenges and ongoing regulatory pressures are some of the largest challenges the healthcare market is currently facing. While market conditions have stabilized in certain …
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Dancing Alone on the Concrete is out October 2 on Saddle Creek
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More than twice the amount of swimming pool chemicals as planned were improperly stored at a Georgia plant, setting conditions for a fire in 2024 that sent a huge plume of orange and black smoke into the sky and forced …
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Vogue’s Book Club is back, and for our third installment we’ve got our Ray-Bans on, our Elvis Costello cued up, and we’re afraid to merge.
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The last full week of June saw six titles record more than a billion viewing minutes.
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Strategists conclude the IPO wave doesn’t necessarily portend a dangerous market bubble – yet
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The wireless carrier has focused on amassing “higher quality accounts” after introducing new plans last year.
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Insurance broker Gallagher has relaunched its aviation insurance web portal — Jacinth — which provides clients with an interconnected insurance management system. The new enhanced digital platform is designed to help clients drive efficiency and offers analytical insights on their …
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The band recorded it on the remote island of Great Bernera
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The Spanish-language media giant, led by CEO Daniel Alegre, said that advertising revenue in Mexico increased 23 percent in the second quarter.
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Tesla’s stock has its worst drop in a year after the company’s earnings call leaves Wall Street with more questions than answers.
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Both Tesla and Alphabet signaled higher spending as they invest in artificial intelligence.
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In an earnings call yesterday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk did his best to paint a positive portrait of the company's robotaxi program. New cities are being added, more miles are being driven, and more people are experiencing Tesla's unsupervised vehicles. But Musk's typical bullishness seemed to be absent from the call, as the occasional trillionaire […] In an earnings call yesterday , Tesla CEO Elon Musk did his best to paint a positive portrait of the company's robotaxi program. New cities are being added, more miles are being driven, and more people are experiencing Tesla's unsupervised vehicles. But Musk's typical bullishness seemed to be absent from the call, as the occasional trillionaire sought to temper expectations about the program's future. "We're going as fast as humanly possible in scaling Robotaxi," Musk said, "while trying to ensure that we do not harm anyone at all and ide
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Texas and Louisiana are sweltering under dangerous heat exacerbated by Tropical Storm Bertha, which made landfall Wednesday afternoon and is helping push Texas electricity demand to another record. Heat index temperatures in eastern Texas and northwest Louisiana may reach 120F …
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This season’s trendiest woven bags put a modern twist on the warm-weather staple.
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Vogue curates the best Airbnbs in Barcelona, whether you’re looking to stay by the beach or immerse yourself in the city’s architecture.
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Shop the best wedding dresses for every bridal style, from laid-back ceremonies to formal affairs with brands like Danielle Frankel, Victoria Beckham, and more.
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Ideal to add volume, lift, and grip to bouncy blowouts and beachy waves, the best texture spray for fine hair delivers long-lasting light to medium hold.
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More than 200 years of data show stocks typically gain in August, while market volatility sits well below average.
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“Blue Shadows” poses the age-old question: “Does anybody know how to mend a broken heart?"
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Mike Love, the last remaining original Beach Boy still in the touring lineup, is 85 years old, and has been struggling with health issues this year
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It's their third music video to reach the milestone after “Where Is the Love?” and “RITMO.”
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Today, the Department of Justice sued Colorado for placing illegal aliens over American citizens in clear defiance of Congress’s commands, challenging its state laws that provide in-state tuition and financial aid to illegal aliens. The Department’s complaint alleges that Colorado’s in-state tuition laws unconstitutionally discriminate against U.S. citizens who are not afforded the same reduced tuition rates or scholarships, create incentives for illegal immigration, and reward illegal aliens for breaking our Nation’s laws with benefits that U.S. citizens are not eligible for, all in direct conflict with federal law.
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Split between buying a smart calendar, a kitchen TV, a smart home hub, and a smart display? Amazon’s Echo Show 21 is all of those things in one, with a huge 21-inch screen. You can use it to control your smart lights, glance at recipes, watch TV shows, and more. Currently, Best Buy and Home […] Echo Show's 21 attached to the adjustable stand, which is sold separately (and also discounted). | Image: Amazon Split between buying a smart calendar, a kitchen TV, a smart home hub, and a smart display? Amazon’s Echo Show 21 is all of those things in one, with a huge 21-inch screen. You can use it to control your smart lights, glance at recipes, watch TV shows, and more. Currently, Best Buy and Home Depot have the product on sale for $319.99 (usually $399.99), matching the lowest price we’ve seen to date. Amazon Echo Show 21 The Echo Show 21 can act as the centerpiece of any burgeoning sma
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The party had already started by the time Wyatt Shears walked into Turcs.
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Beloved by Kaia Gerber, Bella Hadid and Olivia Rodriguez, the granny dress trend is blowing up this summer. From Free People and Doen, see and shop the look here.
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The Knicks’ historic win has “brought the city together in really exciting ways,” AMNH President Sean M. Decatur said on Wednesday.
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Despite the absence of debuts this season, sophomore shows, Italian powerhouses and Vogue World Milano are due to make a buzzy season.
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David Ellison may have believed Paramount Skydance could have closed the $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery by this point. The deal was blessed by the Justice Department in June (reportedly over the objections of staffers who were reviewing it). It has been officially cleared by the EU, with Paramount agreeing to the relatively […]
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The ceiling of House districts that Democrats could retake this fall is much lower than previous midterms.
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The huge premium commanded by SK Hynix ‘s American depository receipts over its domestically-listed ordinary shares is likely to remain, after restrictions were put in place on the number of ADRs that can be created by converting local shares.
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From Prada’s runway to Jane Birkin’s off-duty looks, the white tennis shoe is 2026’s most versatile summer staple. Shop the best styles and discover our favorite ways to wear them.
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A few millennia ago, people worldwide may have spoken or signed up to 10 times as many languages as they do today.
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On a gray, humid Saturday morning in central Florida, a little under a dozen people gathered outside the Spring Hill Branch Library to protest the construction of a hyperscale data center in their community. There was no immediate threat - the Hernando County commission had unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on such developments in June […] A person holds signs during a nationwide protest against AI data center expansion outside Peace Hall in New Port Richey, Florida. | AFP via Getty Images On a gray, humid Saturday morning in central Florida, a little under a dozen people gathered outside the Spring Hill Branch Library to protest the construction of a hyperscale data center in their community. There was no immediate threat - the Hernando County commission had unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on such developments in June - but the organizers weren't satisfied. A t
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Alphabet says it plans to throw even more money at the AI buildout. The Iran war, oil back at $100 a barrel and rising bond yields make it all the more difficult for the market to stomach.
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Imagine you are the parent of an inquisitive seven-year-old who loves his family, playing baseball, and hanging out with his friends. It's the life you've always wanted. And then the worst thing that ever could happen happens: A freak accident takes your son away. But as it turns out, you don't have to live with […] Imagine you are the parent of an inquisitive seven-year-old who loves his family, playing baseball, and hanging out with his friends. It's the life you've always wanted. And then the worst thing that ever could happen happens: A freak accident takes your son away. But as it turns out, you don't have to live with the grief for long, because now there's an AI company that can bring your kid back in the form of a robotic double that looks indistinguishable from a human. This is the world that acclaimed director Hirokazu Kore-eda, who won the Palme d'Or for his 2018 feature
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August is historically brutal for market volatility. Here’s how to protect your portfolio.
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Bryan M. Sullivan said "this is a no-win situation for companies" balancing risks between federal dismantling of DEI and jurors deciding state-law claims.
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As inflation continues to squeeze household budgets, parents and students are on a mission to find back-to-school bargains.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The grizzly bear on California’s flag went extinct a century ago in the Golden State. Now, a group of tribes and environmentalists is urging the Legislature to study whether it’s possible to bring them back. Grizzlies once lived across most of California. As […]
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The grizzly bear on California’s flag went extinct a century ago in the Golden State. Now, a group of tribes and environmentalists is urging the Legislature to study whether it’s possible to bring them back. Grizzlies once lived across most of California. As […]
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The grizzly bear on California’s flag went extinct a century ago in the Golden State. Now, a group of tribes and environmentalists is urging the Legislature to study whether it’s possible to bring them back. Grizzlies once lived across most of California. As […]
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Democrats are advancing a bill over objections from rural residents, ranchers and Republicans that would study whether California should bring back grizzly bears.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The grizzly bear on California’s flag went extinct a century ago in the Golden State. Now, a group of tribes and environmentalists is urging the Legislature to study whether it’s possible to bring them back. Grizzlies once lived across most of California. As […]
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A TikTok trend involving door kicking has struck home in Santa Clarita, prompting a warning from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
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The Mötley Crüe drummer reflected on his struggles with addiction on Armchair Expert With Dax Shepard .
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The rapper also recorded the original song "When I’m Home" for the closing credits.
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Tropical Storm Bertha has made landfall in Louisiana
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The National Hurricane Center said Bertha should weaken rapidly over land after its center came onshore Thursday afternoon.
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President Donald Trump's social media post asserting that the agreement was subject to the Saudis joining the Abraham Accords was unexpected and almost certain to make finalizing the deal complicated.
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President Donald Trump on Thursday appeared to add a condition to the newly signed agreement with Saudi Arabia for a civilian nuclear program.
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President Donald Trump is welcoming Shohei Ohtani and the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House on Thursday.
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Dodgers visit the team after consecutive World Series wins.
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President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners.
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President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court.
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In his address about foreign interference in elections, President Trump made sweeping claims about China. But when asked this week whether he would raise the issue directly with Beijing, Trump appeared to downplay his own warning. That's unfolding as Democrats are raising concerns about the president's focus on elections and what he and his allies might do ahead of midterms. Liz Landers reports.
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President Donald Trump and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are making a fresh move with tariffs on Thursday.
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The civilian nuclear cooperation agreement, signed Wednesday, will be sent to Congress for review, the Department of Energy said.
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President Donald Trump says the Saudi nuclear agreement requires the kingdom to normalize relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords
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International oil prices topped $100 a barrel after Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed they attacked two oil tankers in the Red Sea, raising new fears of disruptions to global energy supplies. In response, President Trump warned that if the Houthis attack another ship, the U.S. would inflict "major military punishment." He also warned of escalation inside Iran. Nick Schifrin reports.
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The Trump administration has ramped its tariff actions back up since the president's trade agenda suffered major legal setbacks earlier this year.
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President Donald Trump is set to rally in Michigan next week as early in-person voting begins in the battleground state's primary, where voters will choose nominees for open Senate and governor's races.
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The administration is taking “final action” to impose new tariffs on 60 global economies over their failures to impose and enforce bans on imports made with forced labor.
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Foo previously served as head of global supply chain planning and strategy at Skechers.
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Also, the full trailer for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil features a likable everyman.
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It turns out Tyler Perry’s Netflix series “Beauty in Black” will be back for Season 4 after all. Netflix has announced that the show is returning for a fourth season despite the fact that a third and final season was announced in December 2025. That season does not yet have a release date at the […]
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The drama was initially set to end with the upcoming third season.
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The 20% cut on business rates will come into action in April 2027.
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U.S. applications for jobless benefits tumbled to the lowest level in more than five decades last week as layoffs remain historically low despite global economic uncertainty.
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Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora.
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The Food and Drug Administration has not yet identified which products are linked to the illnesses.
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U.S. Central Command said the latest attacks are designed to "further degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting regional waters" as the Americans push to regain control over the Strait of Hormuz and restore the flow of international shipping.
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UC faculty leaders have accelerated plans to review SAT/ACT testing and high school A-G course requirements. Here is how it affects future college applicants.
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Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora.
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The U.S. military announced Thursday that they are conducting their 13th night of strikes against Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes.
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A new report from the Council on Criminal Justice shows an 18% decrease in the homicide rate across 30 American cities from 2025 compared to the same period in 2026
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A federal judge has ruled that New York City cannot prohibit Uber Technologies and Lyft rom deactivating drivers from their apps without advance notice, ruling that the novel law is unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge Gregory Woods in Manhattan said in …
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Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin and Michaela Seewald are looking to connect with designer brands with sales in the $2 million to $10 million range.
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The Venice Film Festival has suffered its steepest decline in female representation in five years, with just one woman director selected for this edition’s main competition. It marks a dramatic fall from the six female filmmakers in last year’s edition, which saw Kaouther Ben Hania win the grand jury prize for “The Voice of Hind […]
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Fandango Sales has boarded international sales on “The Girl With the Leica,” directed by Alina Marazzi, just announced by the Venice Film Festival as the opening film of its Horizons section. The film paints a portrait of pioneering photojournalist Gerda Taro, the German-Jewish war photographer, anti-fascist and artist whose legacy has long been overshadowed. Together […]
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Jackie, the beloved Big Bear bald eagle, continues to receive care after she was rescued, but officials say her condition remains critical.
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President Donald Trump is welcoming Shohei Ohtani and the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House on Thursday with a Rose Garden event celebrating their second title in as many years.
Technology
The president first announced the pledge with leading AI and tech companies in March, but that initial commitment has done little to comfort voters who are already grappling with affordability issues as they worry about competing for electricity, water and land with tech companies controlled by billionaires.
California
The department is negotiating a new contract with Flock Safety, a controversial surveillance company.
Markets
The insurance cost of shipping goods through the southern Red Sea doubled for some companies on Thursday, after Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis attacked at least one tanker overnight, sources said. The Houthis said their forces had carried out missile and drone …
Culture
The newlyweds teamed up to make a homemade meal for Gomez's 34th birthday.
Technology
This strategy expands orcas’ already broad repertoire for dispatching different types of prey.
Technology
“We think this may help younger orcas feed more easily, or it could also just be for fun.”
Technology
Part concert film, part career-spanning documentary, Garth Jennings’ feature comes to MUBI this fall
Technology
The indie rock couple shared the news on Substack
Bay Area
In San Francisco’s frantic real estate market, even “average” houses are going for 40% over asking and selling in the first week.
Technology
Setting goals is key to wedding skin prep and hair care. From getting the perfect color to smoothing wrinkles, achieve your desired look the big day.
Culture
After over a decade of top-down decision-making from brands, manufacturers want to flip the script. How can brands involve them in sustainability strategies from ‘day zero’?
Culture
The Zoe Kazan-helmed, seven-episode adaptation starring Florence Pugh and Mike Faist is due to hit Netflix at some point this fall.
News
The family of Nolan Xavier Wells is still grappling for answers about the 18-year-old athlete's death
Bay Area
Here's what we still don't know about the outbreak
California
But developers are suing L.A. County, saying they’re being blocked from using state laws, including SB 9 and SB 1123, that promote housing density.
Bay Area
"Country of Origin Labeling" -- or COOL -- is a federal requirement for many fresh fruits and vegetables, some meats, seafood, and certain nuts.
Technology
Some of the best summer athletes in the world are heading to Scotland for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. A quadrennial event dating back to 1930, the Commonwealth Games unites thousands of athletes from more than 70 nations across the British Commonwealth — I.e. countries that are currently or were formerly part of the British Empire. […]
California
The Trump administration cancelled $2 billion of research grants to University of California professors. Their legal team says it has proof that those terminations were unconstitutional.
Technology
The resulting report is a near-random mixture of grievances and real problems.
News
American banker James "Jes" Staley sits for a closed-door interview Thursday after years of mounting questions about his links to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
California
In 2020, the University of California regents voted unanimously to phase out the SAT and ACT as admission requirements. Over 3,000 faculty members are asking for it to come back.
Technology
The changing inflation landscape could spell trouble for corporate America.
Technology
The market isn't in a forgiving mood, but we're not in a hurry to leave this stock behind.
Markets
Wildfires forced French authorities to evacuate some 20,000 residents and tourists from an area southwest of Bordeaux, after successive heat waves created tinderbox conditions. Hundreds of firefighters are battling blazes that have so far burned 3,100 hectares in the Bassin …
Bay Area
As Big Bear beloved bald eagle Jackie continues to receive critical care, we're learning more about a new eagle that is visiting her habitat.
Bay Area
Plus: The resignation of Pretrial Services’ leader, the mayor’s office gets a new staffer, and the departure of one of Power Play’s writers.
News
The police shooting death of a man with a knife has roiled a Wisconsin city and prompted the governor to call for transparency and accountability in any investigation
News
As the U.S. carried out a 12th night of strikes across Iran, President Donald Trump threatened "major military punishment" against the Houthis if their attacks on ships continue.
Culture
The former City Girl's record "Spend Dat" has been climbing the charts for weeks now and is a strong contender for song of the summer.
Culture
Growth at all brands drove second-quarter revenues up double digits, despite muted sales in EMEA.
Technology
Taking place 13 years after Avatar: The Last Airbender , fans can stream the continuing adventures of Aang, Katara, Sokka, Toph and Zuko starting on July 24.
Technology
“Avatar: Seven Havens” has an official premiere date at Paramount+. And what a date it is. The new entry in the “Avatar” franchise will debut on Oct. 9 on the streaming service. That date should stick out to fans, as it was originally the date set for the premiere of the movie “Avatar Aang: The […]
Technology
“Batman: Caped Crusader” has unmasked its Joker. “House of the Dragon” star Matthew Needham will voice the villain in Season 2 of the animated noir series after the Clown Prince of Crime was teased at the end of Season 1. (John DiMaggio, who voices Detective Harvey Bullock on the show, is credited with voicing the […]
Culture
The impact of Brazilcore has brightened and energized summer collections, although the country’s designers yearn for a more sophisticated international take on their identity.
Technology
The live-action/animated comedy, that almost never saw the light of day, hits theaters on Aug. 28.
Technology
Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer for “Ebenezer,” starring Johnny Depp in his first major Hollywood role since his 2022 trial against ex-wife Amber Heard. Directed by Ti West, the holiday film is described as a dark reimagining of the Charles Dickens’ classic, with Depp playing the infamous Christmas grouch Ebenezer Scrooge. The trailer […]
Technology
By September, the government could remove the so-called "80/20 rule" that allows Export Processing Zones to sell 20 percent of their output locally.
Technology
The Canadian actor plays Jordie in the Prime Video romance series: “I poured a lot of myself into this role.”
Technology
The concert film “George Michael: The Faith Tour” has been acquired by Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk. Universal Pictures Content Group will release the film internationally, and Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk will release the film in North America. Shot at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy during the European leg of […]
Technology
Zosia Mamet has joined the upcoming fifth season of “Industry” at HBO, Variety has learned. As previously announced, Season 5 of the British finance industry drama will be its last. Mamet will play Carmen Dame, who is described as “a fitness influencer turned wellness tech founder and CEO.” The series’ cast also includes: Myha’la, Marisa […]
Culture
One of the most promising Australian artists of his generation, Budjerah releases his debut album on Friday.
Bay Area
Golden State owns the WNBA’s second-best record at the All-Star break, but there are still ways Natalie Nakase’s team can improve.
Technology
You don’t have to hit hard to win pickleball — that’s the chief lesson to be taken from “The Dink,” a sports comedy titled for the dainty signature shot of the fast-growing racket sport, and it’s one that Josh Greenbaum’s film takes to heart with its own softball comic style. Following a conceited former tennis […]
Technology
Ireland’s ongoing artistic reckoning with the Catholic Church’s gross mistreatment of unmarried mothers and their children — as addressed in such films as “The Magdalene Sisters,” “Philomena” and “Small Things Like These” — continues in “The Lost Children of Tuam.” A restrained but deeply affecting drama that keeps the horrors of the past largely unseen, […]
Technology
French animation and visual effects company STIM – whose credits include “The Wild Robot,” “The Garfield Movie” and “Coyote vs. Acme” – is opening a production center in Spain’s Canary Islands, with plans to create more than 100 jobs as it expands its European operations. STIM Tenerife is set to begin operating in August and […]
Technology
Disney has partnered with Starlight Children's Foundation to screen the box-office hit at 400 children's hospitals, and distributed themed toys and character-inspired hospital gowns to children and families across participating hospitals.
Technology
When I arrived at MetLife for Sunday’s World Cup final, I had already checked in to two red eye flights departing a few hours later: one to Madrid, the other to Buenos Aires. The moment the final whistle blew, I planned to step onto the plane bound for the winners’ country and wake up in the capital of the new world champions.