Bay Area
'American Idol' is renewed for season 25! The show is also announcing audition opportunities
"American Idol" celebrates a big milestone and makes a big announcement!
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2026-07-29
537 stories. Coverage is grouped by its original source date, with VINI publication dates shown separately. Dates use UTC.
California
'It's been the right time for a long time': Behind Watts Towers' $22-million campus renovation
Groundbreaking begins in October on a $22-million renovation of the Watts Towers Arts Center Campus. With this work, one of Los Angeles' most important cultural landmarks is entering a new chapter after more than a decade of planning and community engagement.
News
'Pleading the Fifth' invokes a constitutional amendment that has a long history in US society
The Fifth Amendment is part of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights and protects against self-incrimination
Technology
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Announces Exhibitors for Upcoming London Edition
The fair is scheduled for October 15-18.
Culture
11 Cool Ways to Wear Micro-Bangs, as Seen on Celebrities
Micro-bangs are trending again, but what’s the best way to wear them? Here, Vogue rounds up the coolest and chicest ways to wear the popular haircut.
Culture
18 Iconic Photographs of Brigitte Bardot at the Beach
From Cannes to Saint-Tropez and all the way to Andalusia, here are 18 lesser-seen pictures of the French screen legend Brigitte Bardot to inspire your summer style.
News
2 firefighters die in a wildfire on the southern Greek island of Crete
The flames were being fanned by strong winds in the area, which were hampering firefighting efforts.
Culture
20 Wedding Suits for the Bride That Go Beyond the Big, White Gown
From crisp jacket and trouser sets to chic skirt and blazer combos, we found 20 wedding suits perfect for the modern bride.
Culture
28 Scandinavian Street Style Stars Who Have Shaped the Look of Copenhagen Fashion Week
In honor of Copenhagen Fashion Week’s 20th anniversary, we’ve put together a directory of Scandinavian street style stars using our robust archive.
California
3 people found dead inside Hollywood apartment, police say
Police in Hollywood are investigating the deaths of three people found shot inside an apartment Tuesday night.
Bay Area
33-year-old Calif. rock climber dies in tragic accident at Big Bear
The climber is survived by his wife, who is 8 weeks pregnant.
Bay Area
4 takeaways from Dr. Anthony Fauci's journals ahead of his Senate testimony
Dr. Anthony Fauci will sit before the Senate's Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) on Wednesday.
Culture
6 Ways I Minimize Dark Circles Without Makeup
Minimizing dark circles without makeup is possible with the right routine. From improving sleep habits to vitamin C-rich creams, here's everything that can make a difference.
Bay Area
6 players, 4 coaches charged in Cheltenham High School, Pennsylvania football hazing incidents
6 players and 4 coaches were charged in Cheltenham High School, Pennsylvania football hazing incidents.
Culture
8 Ways to Style the Silk Scarf, Inspired by the Fall 2026 Runways
From runway to reality, the scarf proves to be the most versatile accessory. Bookmark this story to inspire your next scarf look.
Technology
A Caribbean court rules that a US extradition process against Guyana's opposition leader can resume
The Caribbean Court of Justice has ruled that a U.S. extradition process against Guyana’s main opposition leader and his father can resume after it was disrupted by a legal challenge from the two
California
A Judge Sent a Doctor to Evaluate California’s Largest ICE Detention Center. What He Found
Immigration and Customs Enforcement quickly opened a new detention center in a former California state prison last year. Detainees now are suing over their access to healthcare.
Culture
A Museum Dares to Reveal What It Really Costs to Make an Exhibition
The budget is pasted on the wall, but the cost goes much deeper.
California
A judge sent a doctor to evaluate California’s largest ICE detention center. Here's what he found
ICE quickly opened a new detention center in a former California state prison last year. Detainees now are suing over their access to healthcare.
Science
A neglected issue in pedestrian, biker deaths
Fauci's testimony, visa time limits for research students, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Technology
A profit squeeze is coming for tech. This manager is betting on these unglamorous stocks instead.
MFS Investment Management’s chief global investment strategist, Robert Almeida, says investors are focusing too much on the Federal Reserve, when their attention should be on a major shift in the capital cycle.
Technology
AI Is Hyper-Scaling Digital Inequality
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday infrastructure–in some places. It helps write emails and software code, filters job applications, powers recommendation systems, and is increasingly being integrated into education, health care, finance, and public administration. Industry leaders talk about “AI for everyone,” while governments rush to publish national AI strategies and build sovereign compute. Yet over the past decade, working on digital inclusion and digital literacy projects in regions from Europe to sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, I’ve seen the same pattern repeat : Each new wave of “transformative” technology lands on a landscape already stratified by connectivity, skills, and institutional capacity. The current AI wave is no exception. If anything, it amplifies those underlying fractures. Still, some countries are exploring ways of participating in
Bay Area
AI transparency measure from Bay Area lawmakers to take effect Saturday
After several years of delays, legislation from two Bay Area lawmakers that academics and advocates are calling a landmark artificial intelligence transparency law is set to take effect Saturday. First passed in 2024, the law will require AI-generated content such as images and videos to contain easily accessible embedded details about its origin and history […] The post AI transparency measure from Bay Area lawmakers to take effect Saturday appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
AI transparency rule from Bay Area lawmakers kicks in Saturday
After several years of delays, legislation from two Bay Area lawmakers that is being called a landmark artificial intelligence transparency law by academics and advocates is set to go into effect Aug. 1. First passed in 2024, the law will require AI-generated content like images and videos to contain easily accessible embedded details about its... The post AI transparency rule from Bay Area lawmakers kicks in Saturday appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
AMC Theatres Chief Adam Aron Pushes for Paramount Warner Bros. Merger, Says ‘Thanks, But No Thanks’ to State AG’s Blocking Deal
Of all the great cinematic narrative arcs, there’s something special about the comeback. Think “Rocky,” “The Shawshank Redemption,” “The Natural.” A much-maligned or doubted hero rises and triumphs against all the odds. Goosebumps, every time. The comeback saga rings ever so true for those in the movie theater industry, and for those millions of moviegoers […]
Technology
Actually, Starliner might fly into space this year
"We're feeling pretty good about that," Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said.
Technology
Afroman Sues Deputy Tied to 2022 Raid for Malicious Prosecution
Afroman sued one of the Ohio sheriff’s deputies who brought a defamation case against him that revolved around lewd social media posts and videos, some of which used footage of a raid on the rapper’s property to mock them. The …
Technology
Afroman Sues Officer Who Raided His Home, Sued Him, and Lost
Musician accuses Brian Newland of malicious prosecution, abuse of process, and more
Markets
After 55 Years in Florida Insurance, Tom Lynch Reflects on Agencies, Changes Needed
Over the last half-century as an insurance agency owner in south Florida, Tom Lynch has seen the ups and downs of the state’s property-casualty insurance market, from the rise of direct-to-consumer policies, to spiking premiums for homeowners and a statewide …
Technology
Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet Launches Legends Capsule Collection Honoring Iconic Musicians
The capsule pays tribute to artists such as Guns N' Roses, Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys and The Who.
Culture
All of Bad Bunny’s Music Videos With 1 Billion Views: ‘Dákiti,’ ‘Callaíta,’ ‘Titi Mé Preguntó’ & More
The Puerto Rican artist has a total of 20 titles that have reached the milestone.
Technology
Altra Is One of VF’s Biggest Growth Stories: Here’s Why
VF Corp. chief executive officer Bracken Darrell said Altra Running footwear "will be a $1 billion-plus brand over time."
Technology
Amanda Ip, Jay Baruchel, Ciara Bravo and Kevin Durand to Star Opposite Alan Ritchson in ‘Reacher’
The fifth season will be based on Lee Child's novel 'Make Me' and follow Ritchson's title character as his train stops in the mysterious town of Mother’s Rest.
Culture
American Alliance of Museums Slams Trump Administration’s Report on the Smithsonian
"If scholarship at our nation's leading museum system can become subject to political influence, no museum is beyond reach," the group wrote.
Markets
Americans are living longer than our retirement system can handle — and many of us are unprepared
Watch out for these 4 major financial pitfalls.
Technology
Andrew Garfield Weighs in on Drama Surrounding OpenAI Film ‘Artificial’
"This business is in an interesting place," mused Garfield, who plays Sam Altman in Luca Guadagnino's OpenAI film.
Technology
Andrew Garfield on Amazon Dropping ‘Artificial’ and Wanting to Meet Sam Altman (EXCLUSIVE)
“Artificial” star Andrew Garfield is weighing on Amazon MGM Studios’ decision to drop the Luca Guadagnino-directed film about Sam Altman and OpenAI. “I was and I wasn’t [surprised],” the Oscar winner told me Wednesday while promoting his new movie “The Magic Faraway Tree.” “I think there are certain things that fit certain places and don’t […]
Technology
Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman-Starrer ‘Elsinore’ Set to Open London Film Festival
Also featuring Billie Piper, Johnny Flynn and Luke Thompson, the movie follows Ian Charleson's final weeks before the actor's death from AIDS while he played Hamlet at the National Theatre.
Technology
Andrew Scott’s ‘Elsinore’ to Open London Film Festival
“Elsinore,” a biographical drama about Scottish actor Ian Charleson starring Andrew Scott, is set to open this year’s BFI London Film Festival. The opening night gala, taking place on Oct. 7, will mark the film’s European premiere with Scott and cast members including Olivia Colman, Billie Piper, Johnny Flynn and Luke Thompson excepted to attend. […]
Technology
Anthropic is finding bugs faster than Microsoft can fix them
Microsoft is on a mad dash behind the scenes to patch exploits before hackers find them.
Bay Area
Apple will now let you lease your next iPhone or Mac instead of buying it
Apple is launching a new leasing program to make iPhones, Macs and other products feel more affordable at a time when electronics prices are climbing.
Culture
Arcángel & Bad Bunny’s ‘Me Acostumbré’ Surpasses 1 Billion Views on YouTube
This marks Bad Bunny's 20th video to enter the Billion Views Club.
Culture
Ariana Grande Says ‘Petal’ Showcases a Side of Her You’ve Never Seen Before: ‘Unfiltered Rage’
"I usually do a lot of rewrites and make things a little kinder," she said. "This time, I didn't."
Technology
Arkansas Hospital to Pay $105K for Discrimination Against Male Employee
Northwest Arkansas Hospitals, LLC will pay more than $100,000 in compensatory and punitive damages to a former male employee after a jury found in favor of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in a sex discrimination lawsuit, the federal …
Technology
Arlene Smith, Lead Singer and Co-Founder of The Chantels, Dies at 84
She was memorable on the heartbreaking hit “Maybe,” which brought the R&B girl group from the Bronx instant fame in 1957.
Technology
Artists are lawyering up against AI slop, and some are even winning
When The Atlantic published a searchable dataset of works used to train AI, Kirk Wallace Johnson, like a lot of artists, looked for his name out of curiosity. And, like a lot of artists, he found it. Essentially, his books, like The Feather Thief and The Fishermen and the Dragon - nonfiction tomes that he […] Artists whose work has been co-opted by AI are taking to court. | Image: Alex Parkin / The Verge When The Atlantic published a searchable dataset of works used to train AI, Kirk Wallace Johnson, like a lot of artists, looked for his name out of curiosity. And, like a lot of artists, he found it. Essentially, his books, like The Feather Thief and The Fishermen and the Dragon - nonfiction tomes that he spent "five to six years researching, writing, and investigating" - had been pirated and fed to a chatbot. He says he felt a "cocktail" of emotions: "anger over the brazenness of
California
As 'Children of Blood and Bone' trailer drops, director tells why she turned down the film twice
As the first trailer for 'Children of Blood and Bone' drops, director Gina Prince-Bythewood shares why it took three offers to get her on board.
Technology
Asian technology stocks extend sell-off with SoftBank down 10% as AI plays take a hit
Chinese internet stocks listed in Hong Kong bucked the broader regional weakness with Tencent, Meituan, Baidu and Kuaishou all trading higher.
Technology
Audi continues U.S. product push with three-row Q9 SUV
Audi sales have struggled in the U.S. over the last several quarters. The brand has been hit by tariffs and a market shift away from EVs. New product may help.
Technology
Audi has a new flagship designed with the US in mind: The 2027 Q9
The new full-size flagship SUV starts at $87,700 when it goes on sale in Q4.
Technology
Authentic Brands Group Names New Operating Partners for Guess Growth
The operating partners are for the United States and Canada.
Technology
BTS Say No to the 2027 Grammys
“We hope our music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather than being divided by region or language,” the group shared
Technology
BTS Won’t Submit Comeback Album for Consideration at 2027 Grammys
The group expressed "hope that music can be heard and loved by itself rather than being divided by region or language" after the introduction of a Best Asian Pop Music Performance category
California
BTS won't submit music for Grammys, after new Asian music category introduced
The seven members of BTS each shared the same message across their social media Wednesday, announcing the news.
Technology
BTS' concerts have been so successful, it's now bad for its own agency Hybe's shares
Shares of Hybe tanked 16.09% on Tuesday, marking its worst day since June 2022. It then extended losses to tumble as much as 16.31% on Wednesday.
Culture
BTS’ ‘ARIRANG’ Surges on Charts After New Vinyl Drop
The former No. 1 jumps back into the top 10 on Top Album Sales, Vinyl Albums and the Billboard 200.
Technology
Banijay Entertainment First-Half Revenue Drops 2 Percent in First Post-All3Media Deal Update
The company's live events business posted a 49.8 percent revenue gain, driven by the FIFA World Cup and the Winter Olympics.
Technology
Barbie Is Dressed to the Nines in Mattel’s 2026 Holiday Collection
The doll — offered with a collectible Ken companion — looks dazzling in her bold-red gown, matching pumps, and drop earrings.
Bay Area
Bay Area Allies Remember Palestinian Activist, 1 Year After His Death
Awdah Al-Hathaleen, a 31-year-old teacher with close ties to an East Bay synagogue, made headlines last summer after he was detained and deported from SFO. An Israeli settler killed him, witnesses said, weeks later.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 28 at 9:09PM PDT until July 29 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, surf of 3-6 feet with sets to 7 feet expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected during evening high tides. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5-8 feet with sets up to 9 feet on south-southwest facing beaches and 3-6 feet on west- facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM Wednesday to 3 AM PDT Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 5 PM Wednesday to 5 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of low-lying beach parking lots, boardwalks, and roads. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A long period southerly
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 28 at 9:33PM PDT until August 1 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Long-period southerly 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 beaches. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 29 at 1:22PM PDT until August 1 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and elevated surf. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning due to hazardous rip currents. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 29 at 1:22PM PDT until August 1 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and elevated surf. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, and Lake Casitas. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning due to hazardous rip currents. 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
Becker’s AI transparency law to take effect Saturday
After several years of delays, legislation from state Sen. Josh Becker and two other lawmakers that is being called a landmark artificial intelligence transparency law by academics and advocates is set to go into effect Saturday.
Technology
Becker’s AI transparency law to take effect Saturday
After several years of delays, legislation from state Sen. Josh Becker and two other lawmakers that is being called a landmark artificial intelligence transparency law by academics and advocates is set to go into effect Saturday.
Technology
Becker’s AI transparency law to take effect Saturday
After several years of delays, legislation from state Sen. Josh Becker and two other lawmakers that is being called a landmark artificial intelligence transparency law by academics and advocates is set to go into effect Saturday.
California
Beehive Block Party and beyond: SoLa and Live Nation train entertainment's next generation
South Los Angeles youth planned the 2026 Beehive Block Party through the SoLa Live Accelerator, a partnership program between the SoLa Foundation and Live Nation that trains aspiring live entertainment professionals.
California
Best Bets: Jerry Day, Leung’s White Crane celebration, Cabrillo Contemporary Music, Outsound New Music Summit, Music@Menlo
Freebie of the week: It was 84 years ago Saturday that Jerome John Garcia—who eventually became known to the world as Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia—was born in the Excelsior District of San Francisco. Though he was drawn to music at an early age, it was arguably a single incident in 1961 that propelled him to fame as one of […] The post Best Bets: Jerry Day, Leung’s White Crane celebration, Cabrillo Contemporary Music, Outsound New Music Summit, Music@Menlo appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Best things to do this weekend and beyond in LA and SoCal: July 29-Aug. 4
Line dancing at the Zoo, Violent Femmes at the Bellwether, a burger-eating contest and more of the best things to do this weekend and beyond.
California
Big Bear bald eagle Jackie leaves intensive care but remains 'very sick'
Famous bald eagle Jackie has been moved out of intensive care. While still 'a very sick patient,' her progress offers hope to fans. It's still unclear what's behind her illness.
News
Blanche nomination at risk of delay as Sen. Cornyn seeks assurances on Trump-IRS settlement
A planned vote to move forward with Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general appeared in doubt Wednesday as a key Republican senator demanded more assurances from the Justice Department about the settlement of President Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.
News
Blanche nomination at risk of delay as senator seeks assurances on Trump settlement
A planned vote this week to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general appears in doubt
Bay Area
Body camera video shows Tony Romo operating while intoxicated arrest in Wisconsin
Newly released body camera video is giving a first look at the arrest of former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo in Milwaukee.
Markets
Bond market is calling Warsh’s bluff on inflation fight as yields surge
The yield on the 30-year Treasury bond touched its highest level since 2007 during Warsh’s press conference.
Technology
Bono Remembers ‘Voice of the Streets’ Glen Hansard
U2 frontman often participated in the Christmas Eve Busk, which Hansard organized in Dublin
Technology
Bono, Bruce Springsteen, and Cat Power Remember Glen Hansard
The Mountain Goats, Warren Ellis, Chris O’Dowd, and many others also paid tribute to the late Irish musician and Once star
Technology
Boot Barn Beats Q1 Guidance But Sees Trends ‘Moderating’ Amid ‘Challenging’ Comparisons
Net sales in the quarter increased 17.7 percent to $593.5 million from $504.1 million in the prior-year period.
Culture
Boutique Shopping Is Bouncing Back
There’s an anti-online sentiment bubbling in retail—customers want in-person curation, and most important, they want the feeling of a fashion hunt.
Technology
Brazilian Erotic Thriller ‘The Riverbank’ Boarded by Premium Films, MPM Premium Ahead of Locarno Competition Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Paris-based Premium Films, together with its feature film sales division MPM Premium, has acquired international sales rights to Matheus Farias and Enock Carvalho’s “The Riverbank” (“A Margem do Rio”). The atmospheric erotic thriller will world premiere in the prestigious international competition at the upcoming Locarno Film Festival, taking place in Switzerland over August 5-15. The […]
News
Brief pause in Iran war ends with new attacks in Iraq and Egypt
The brief pause in the war with Iran appears to be over. President Trump used blunt language to threaten Iran with further strikes in response to new Iranian attacks on a U.S. base in Jordan. The war also appears to be spreading, with a new explosion reported in Egypt, and joint U.S.-Saudi strikes in Iraq. Nick Schifrin reports.
Markets
Brown & Brown Estimates Cost of Howden-Driven Talent War Could Hit $60M in 2026
Brown & Brown anticipates that the cost of the Howden-driven talent war for the full-year 2026 could hit $60 million – an increase from the $31 million it estimated last quarter. “Based on currently available information, we anticipate the full-year …
Bay Area
CA’s privatized public defense leads to caseloads 3x the most basic standards, report finds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2025, a single lawyer in Kings County represented almost 600 poor people accused of crimes. That figure, which rivals some of the worst public defense caseloads in the nation, does not include the attorney’s private personal injury clients. The high caseloads in […]
Bay Area
CA’s privatized public defense leads to caseloads 3x the most basic standards, report finds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2025, a single lawyer in Kings County represented almost 600 poor people accused of crimes. That figure, which rivals some of the worst public defense caseloads in the nation, does not include the attorney’s private personal injury clients. The high caseloads in […]
News
CA’s privatized public defense leads to caseloads 3x the most basic standards, report finds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2025, a single lawyer in Kings County represented almost 600 poor people accused of crimes. That figure, which rivals some of the worst public defense caseloads in the nation, does not include the attorney’s private personal injury clients. The high caseloads in […]
California
CA’s privatized public defense leads to caseloads 3x the most basic standards, report finds
The report follows a CalMatters investigation highlighting problems with privatized public defense.
News
CA’s privatized public defense leads to caseloads 3x the most basic standards, report finds
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2025, a single lawyer in Kings County represented almost 600 poor people accused of crimes. That figure, which rivals some of the worst public defense caseloads in the nation, does not include the attorney’s private personal injury clients. The high caseloads in […]
Bay Area
Calif. nursing home Sweetwater Care fined $15M for fractures, soiled diapers
Understaffing led to multiple physical injuries in patients, according to a lawsuit.
Bay Area
California State University opens applications Aug. 1 with new tools to simplify process
High school seniors planning to attend a California State University campus will have more time than ever to prepare their applications this year.
California
California accelerates and modernizes state hiring process, saving thousands of hours of staff time
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Bay Area
California fire season has been quiet. A heat wave could change that fast
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The fast-moving Dove Fire near a Yosemite gateway town jolted California out of a relatively quiet fire summer, forcing road closures and the evacuations of hundreds of homes. Former U.S. Forest Service firefighter John Buckley wasn’t surprised to see the fire taking off […]
California
California fire season has been quiet. A heat wave could change that fast
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The fast-moving Dove Fire near a Yosemite gateway town jolted California out of a relatively quiet fire summer, forcing road closures and the evacuations of hundreds of homes. Former U.S. Forest Service firefighter John Buckley wasn’t surprised to see the fire taking off […]
California
California fire season has been quiet. A heat wave could change that fast
A fast-moving fire near Yosemite and an incoming heat wave highlight a growing link between heat and wildfires.
Bay Area
California fire season has been quiet. A heat wave could change that fast
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The fast-moving Dove Fire near a Yosemite gateway town jolted California out of a relatively quiet fire summer, forcing road closures and the evacuations of hundreds of homes. Former U.S. Forest Service firefighter John Buckley wasn’t surprised to see the fire taking off […]
California
California fire season has been quiet. A heat wave could change that fast
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The fast-moving Dove Fire near a Yosemite gateway town jolted California out of a relatively quiet fire summer, forcing road closures and the evacuations of hundreds of homes. Former U.S. Forest Service firefighter John Buckley wasn’t surprised to see the fire taking off […]
California
California hopes to lure a new generation to electric cars, with help from rebates, high gas prices
California is set to roll out its own instant rebate program to assist drivers in purchasing their first new or used EV.
Bay Area
California officials seek public's help following horrific boat hit-and-run
The woman sustained major injuries after being hit by a boat on the Colorado River.
California
California’s billionaire tax measure risks long-term growth for a sugar-high solution
Californians face higher living costs and new Medi-Cal shortfalls, but the billionaire tax on the November ballot is not the way to address those needs, a business association head argues.
News
Can you eat lettuce safely during the cyclospora outbreak? Advice from an infectious disease expert
Rather than avoiding fresh produce, adopting a few sensible food safety practices can help you significantly reduce your risk of getting sick while continuing to enjoy the many health benefits and flavor perks of salads and fresh veggies.
California
Canter's Deli marks 95 years with 95-cent pastrami sandwiches
Nearly a century in, the Fairfax institution is still going strong — feeding Canter's original patrons’ grandkids and their grandkids.
Culture
Cardi B Announces ‘Ah Ha’ Single Release Date & It’s Coming Sooner Than You Think
The single serves as Cardi's first release of 2026.
Culture
Caribbean Music Awards Makes Historic Move to Trinidad & Tobago for 2026 Ceremony — Here’s When They’re Happening
After three years in Brooklyn, the Caribbean Music Awards are heading to the West Indies.
Technology
Carvana stock falls 15% as auto retailer's 2026 earnings guidance misses Wall Street's expectations
Carvana said Wednesday it expects earnings of between $2.7 billion and $3 billion this year after reporting record quarterly results for the second quarter.
Technology
Casey Wasserman Says “I Leave With Pride” as He Sells Stake In The Team to Providence Equity
The mogul had kickstarted an auction for his namesake company after facing an artist rebellion.
California
Chatbots Don’t Fool Us, We Fool Ourselves (With Joshua Jay)
View Full Episode Transcript When people go to a magic show, they expect to be fooled. That’s part of the fun. And magician Joshua Jay says much of the magician’s work is helping people fool themselves. Our brains are hardwired to fill in gaps, predict outcomes, and take cognitive shortcuts to process the overwhelming amount … Continue reading Chatbots Don’t Fool Us, We Fool Ourselves (With Joshua Jay) →
Technology
Chipotle hikes same-store sales forecast as diners return for burrito bowls
Chipotle Mexican Grill stock has fallen more than 7% this year, dragging its market value down to roughly $44 billion.
Culture
Christie’s to Sell Monet Masterpiece From Durand-Ruel Collection in Paris
Durand-Ruel championed Monet, Renoir, Pissarro, Sisley, and other artists when their work found little support from critics or collectors.
Technology
Cinema United Chief Michael O’Leary Blasts Paramount Warner Bros. Deal, Endorses Litigation to Delay Merger
The head of Cinema United is reiterating the lobbying organization’s opposition to Paramount Skydance’s proposed merger with Warner Bros., as well as the group’s support of litigation filed by state Attorneys General that has put the deal on hold. In a letter to theater owners on Wednesday, Michael O’Leary, who serves as CEO of Cinema […]
Science
Climate-fueled wildfires in Europe push emergency response to the limit
Crews are battling to control wildfires that have spread rapidly across parts of Europe, forcing the evacuation of more than 330,000 people in France, Spain and Portugal. Fifteen deaths have been reported and nearly half a million acres have burned. The scope and speed of the fires are pushing emergency response systems to their limits. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Ciaran Nugent.
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 28 at 9:09PM PDT until August 1 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, surf of 3-6 feet with sets to 7 feet expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected during evening high tides. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5-8 feet with sets up to 9 feet on south-southwest facing beaches and 3-6 feet on west- facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM Wednesday to 3 AM PDT Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 5 PM Wednesday to 5 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of low-lying beach parking lots, boardwalks, and roads. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A long period southerly
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 29 at 1:22PM PDT until August 1 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents, highest across south to southwest facing beaches exposed to southerly swells. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast, and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 5 PM PDT Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and su
Technology
Comcast Taps Social Media Reality Series to Tout Xfinity as Tool for Creators, Influencers (EXCLUSIVE)
MONTCLAIR, N.J. — Nothing seems amiss in this well-appointed home in a tony New York City suburb…except for the intriguing experiment taking place inside. Six college students who have cultivated their own “creator” bases have come here to compete against one another in challenges brought to them by Katie Feeney, the up-and-coming sports influencer who […]
Technology
Company at Center of Cyclospora Outbreak Complained to White House, Source Says
U.S. produce supplier Taylor Farms complained to White House and Food and Drug Administration officials about the government’s inspection process earlier this month, a source familiar with the meeting said on Monday, as Michigan reported a spike in cases of …
Markets
Cost of a Data Breach Reaches Record $5 Million on Average
Artificial intelligence has “radically shifted” the cyber risk landscape, and the average cost of a data breach has reached a record of nearly $5 million. According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report, cyberattackers are using AI and attacking …
California
Court Records Show Federal Agents Used Slurs While Targeting People During Immigration Sweeps
Court records obtained by CalMatters show that immigration agents used slurs during the raids last year.
Technology
Crocs and Famous Footwear Team Up Again to Show Their Charitable Side
The limited edition clog from Crocs and Famous Footwear will see a portion of sales benefiting foster youth through the Ticket to Dream Foundation.
Culture
Cuban National Sentenced for His Role in an International Alien Smuggling, Asylum Fraud, and Money Laundering Conspiracy
A Cuban National was sentenced today to 30 months in prison for his role in an international alien smuggling, asylum fraud, and money laundering conspiracy.
Technology
Customize Ars your way with an Ars Pro subscription
Ars Pro subscribers get customizable layouts along with no ads and no trackers.
Technology
Cyberpunk 2077 packs a lot of fun into its discounted $20 price
Over the last few years, CD Projekt Red put a ton of work into fixing Cyberpunk 2077, squashing bugs, polishing content, and even launching new DLC in 2023, Phantom Liberty. As a result, this game has gone from a source for funny, glitch-fueled videos to a world I’ve returned to a number of times to […] CyberPunk 2077’s world is vibrant and dangerous. | Image: CD Projekt Red Over the last few years, CD Projekt Red put a ton of work into fixing Cyberpunk 2077 , squashing bugs, polishing content, and even launching new DLC in 2023, Phantom Liberty . As a result, this game has gone from a source for funny, glitch-fueled videos to a world I’ve returned to a number of times to live out my futuristic fantasies. A big discount happening across almost all platforms makes it a lot more accessible. Usually $59.99 for the standard edition, the game is priced at $17.99 at Steam . Its Ultimate
News
Cyclists pressure Woodside Council for action after rider’s death
Woodside’s Independence Hall was filled with neon colors on July 28 as members of the Western Wheelers dressed in orange, green and yellow cycling jerseys, showed up in honor of their member Jakub Solovsky, who was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 35 earlier this month.
News
Cyclists pressure Woodside Council for action after rider’s death
Woodside’s Independence Hall was filled with neon colors on July 28 as members of the Western Wheelers dressed in orange, green and yellow cycling jerseys, showed up in honor of their member Jakub Solovsky, who was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 35 earlier this month.
Technology
Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell will steal the spotlight from Yum Brands' earnings
Wall Street is projecting a strong second quarter for Yum Brands, but investors' focus will be on updates related to the cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell.
News
Cyprus' ethnic split must be resolved to stabilize a tumultuous region, UN chief says
U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized that resolving Cyprus' ethnic division is crucial for regional stability
Culture
David Jonsson, the New Black Panther, Already Has Superhero-Worthy Style
The actor was announced as the lead in ‘Black Panther 3’ this week—but David Jonsson’s red carpet style has already been giving true A-lister.
Technology
Diane von Furstenberg to Be Awarded 2026 Couture Council Award From the Museum at FIT
The annual luncheon takes place Oct. 22 at Gotham Hall.
Technology
Disney Unveils Annual Halloween Shop With Costumes, Decor and Coveted Starbucks Cup
Haunted or not-so-haunted house season starts early with a limited run of character-inspired collectibles, costumes, clothing and toys.
Technology
Divided Fed holds interest rates steady, but three members voted to hike
Despite increasing support for a rate increase, the Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-3 to leave the federal funds rate in a range between 3.5% and 3.75%.
Markets
Do-nothing Fed? Maybe not. Now Wall Street zeros in on rate hike in September.
Markets should be ‘on alert for a hike in September, particularly with war clouds pushing up energy prices again,’ one economist says
Technology
Does Mature Skin Really Need a Toner? Dermatologists Explain
Are toners good for mature skin? Experts say yes, in order to to replenish hydration, support the skin barrier, calm inflammation, and improve ingredient absorption.
Technology
Don Lemon Signs Podcasting Deal With Libsyn in Move to Grow Network (Exclusive)
Lemon is planning to add more shows from outside creators to his network and explore distribution on news channels and more.
Technology
DoorDash Is Building Its Own Delivery Drones, Gains FAA Nod for Commercial Service
DoorDash Inc. is building its own delivery drones and has gained the necessary approvals to operate them commercially, the latest in its effort to delegate more orders to robots as a way of cutting delivery times. DoorDash, the largest food-delivery …
Technology
DoorDash is going airborne with new drone delivery division
DoorDash is launching a new drone delivery program called DoorDash Air. The largest food delivery app in the US said that it has approval from the Federal Aviation Administration that clears the way for drone delivery in the near future. DoorDash said it has received a Part 135 air carrier certification from the FAA that […] A Wing drone carrying a DoorDash delivery. The food delivery app company says it will build its own drones going forward. | Image: Google DoorDash is launching a new drone delivery program called DoorDash Air. The largest food delivery app in the US said that it has approval from the Federal Aviation Administration that clears the way for drone delivery in the near future. DoorDash said it has received a Part 135 air carrier certification from the FAA that enable it to delivery small packages via drone. Other companies to receive this designation include Alphab
Culture
Dua Lipa Reveals Her Curated Lineup for 2026 London Literature Festival: ‘We’ll Be Joined by Icons’
She will appear in conversation with punk-rock icon Patti Smith, poet and musician Mustafa and author Zadie Smith.
California
Dublin teen’s nonprofit expands worldwide to support neurodivergent children, families
One Dublin high school student’s wish to better support neurodivergent children and families led to the development and growth of a youth-led nonprofit aiming to do just that. Emerald High School rising senior Nithya Ravuri founded Sevah Neuro to not only provide opportunities to neurodivergent children, but to change the narrative that they are somehow […] The post Dublin teen’s nonprofit expands worldwide to support neurodivergent children, families appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
E-motorcycle rider dies, another injured in collision with sedan in Burbank
The collision occurred late Tuesday at Alameda Avenue and Hollywood Way. Arriving Burbank police officers found 'a male and female who had been ejected from the motorcycle.'
Markets
EU Plans to Sanction Record 1,600 Firms for Helping Russia
The European Union is planning to sanction more than 1,600 companies it says are helping Russia’s war against Ukraine, the most firms it has blacklisted in one package. The targeted companies have a combined annual turnover of more than $20 …
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Is Bangladesh’s Sourcing Story Out of Date?
A new report argues that fashion brands need to look beyond price and tap into Bangladesh's deeper sourcing ecosystem.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: McQueen Channels Noir Desire in Fall Campaign Starring Karen Elson
Shot by Glen Luchford, the new campaign also features Paloma Elsesser, Jacqui Hooper and Xiao Wen in a cinematic study of the brand's darker romantic codes.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Pomellato Taps Chinese Actress Yang Zi as Global Brand Ambassador
Yang fronts the Milanese jeweler's new Nudo campaign shot by Chen Man.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Rebuilding the Infrastructure of American-made Fashion
Fashion by Informa and the CFDA team up to advance local manufacturing and supply chain innovation.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Spooky Season Arrives Early in Petite Plume’s Home Capsule With West Elm
The luxury lifestyle brand's beloved Halloween prints now swath 15 new pieces of decor, bedding, and beyond. Here's how to shop before October.
Technology
Ear Detail 2026 Live Slate
Including a hometown gig on a helipad and festival slots at Making Time ∞ and Form Arcosanti
California
East LA residents overwhelmingly support a community council
Interim findings show residents want elected representatives, greater transparency and more influence over county decisions.
Bay Area
East Palo Alto poll shows broad support for ballot measure to limit City Council terms
Recently released results from a public opinion survey showed majority support for a ballot measure to impose term limits on City Council members in East Palo Alto, according to city officials. The survey was commissioned by the city to evaluate resident perspectives on introducing term limits, an issue that will go before voters in November. […] The post East Palo Alto poll shows broad support for ballot measure to limit City Council terms appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Elephants can relearn how to live wild after years in captivity
Researchers documented behavioral similarities between 11 rehabilitated elephants and their wild counterparts.
Technology
Elon Musk finally launches X Money. What could possibly go wrong?
Expect bumps with X Money rollout as major US financial markets are excluded.
Technology
Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law to ban 'nudify' apps
Elon Musk's xAI, now owned by SpaceX, is challenging a law that would ban so-called nudify apps in Minnesota
Technology
Elon Musk’s xAI is trying to sue its way out of a Grok reckoning
Musk defends Grok, says Minnesota's nudifying app ban is unconstitutional.
Technology
Emmys: Michael J. Fox Set to Receive Bob Hope Humanitarian Award
The five-time Emmy-winner will be honored for his transformative contributions to Parkinson’s disease research and advocacy.
Technology
Evan Rachel Wood Says She’s Not Returning for ‘Practical Magic 2’ Because It’s “Not Following the Book”
In the 1998 film, the actress played Sandra Bullock's character's eldest daughter.
Bay Area
Ex-East Palo Alto employee pleads guilty to child sex crimes
Former East Palo Alto city employee Rafael Prado pleaded guilty to four felony charges on July 26. Courtesy San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office. Former East Palo Alto city employee Rafael Prado pleaded guilty on July 28 to three felonies for sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy and possessing child sexual abuse material under a plea deal […]
Bay Area
Ex-East Palo Alto employee pleads guilty to child sex crimes
Former East Palo Alto city employee Rafael Prado pleaded guilty to four felony charges on July 26. Courtesy San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office. Former East Palo Alto city employee Rafael Prado pleaded guilty on July 28 to three felonies for sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy and possessing child sexual abuse material under a plea deal […]
Bay Area
Ex-East Palo Alto employee pleads guilty to child sex crimes
Former East Palo Alto city employee Rafael Prado pleaded guilty to four felony charges on July 26. Courtesy San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office. Former East Palo Alto city employee Rafael Prado pleaded guilty on July 28 to three felonies for sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy and possessing child sexual abuse material under a plea deal […]
Culture
Exactly How Much Protein You Should Be Eating, According To Your Age And Stage
Finding the “right” amount of protein is more complicated than you'd think, says nutritionist Jessica Shand.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 100 expected. * WHERE...Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 110 expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 90s to 105 expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 90s to 105 below 7000 feet expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures mid to upper 90s east of Interstate 5 expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 1:17PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 105 to 115 expected. * WHERE...Antelope Valley, Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills, and Western Antelope Valley Foothills. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 1:17PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot temperatures of 90 to 100 expected. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 105 expected. * WHERE...Interstate 5 Corridor and Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM Thursday to 10 AM PDT Friday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 1:17PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 110 expected. * WHERE...A large portion of southwest California including the coastal ranges and adjacent foothills, as well as the coastal valleys. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 2:13PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with highs 110 to 120 degrees across the Mojave Desert. Highs 100 to 110 degrees across most of the southern Great Basin and Arizona Strip. Little to no overnight relief is expected, particularly in the Mojave Desert where lows of 80 to 95 degrees are forecast. This will result in major to extreme heat risk. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and south central and southern Nevada. * WHEN...From 10 AM PDT /10 AM MST/ Thursday to 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:05AM PDT until August 3 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with several days of Major to Extreme heat risk. * WHERE...Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert, and Mojave Desert Slopes. * WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 11 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Long duration extreme heat with no overnight relief will affect health systems, industries and infrastructure. The entire population within the Watch is at risk for heat related illnesses. Please prepare ahead of time to find air conditioning or a cooling shelter before the heat arrives.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures mid to upper 90s east of Interstate 5 expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the 90s expected. * WHERE...Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 104 to 114 expected. * WHERE...Apple and Lucerne Valleys. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 110 expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 115 to 120 expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 90s in the western valleys to around 105 near the foothills expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Valleys. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 90s to 105 below 7000 feet expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
California
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 90s to 105 expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Bay Area
FBI Oakland bribery case: Defendant took secret, compromising videos of politicians, records show
The government says defendant Andy Duong, one of the owners of California Waste Solutions, took secret photos and videos of politicians in compromising positions.
California
FBI raids target San Bernardino County supervisor, Ontario councilman, lawyer and media firm
FBI agents executed search warrants at homes and offices tied to a San Bernardino County supervisor, an Ontario city council member, a prominent lawyer and a Chinese American media company, spanning multiple Southern California cities.
Technology
FIFA Faces Revolt Over $20B World Cup Sell Off Plan
Gianni Infantino is accused of trying to sell "the soul of football" over plans to sell a minority stake in the commercial business behind the Cup, with Joshua Kushner's investment company leading the search.
Technology
FLO Explain Why Their Second Album Is Called ‘Therapy In the Club,’ Talk Hanging With KATSEYE & Their Love For Ariana Grande | Billboard News
British girl group FLO discuss their upcoming second album Therapy at the Club, sharing how the project reflects their growth and more hands-on creative process. The group highlights key tracks including “Floating” and “Leak It,” opens up about honesty and vulnerability in songs like “Small Doses” and talks collaborations with Juicy J and kwn. FLO […]
Bay Area
Fact Brief: Is part of the Cupertino Union School District in San Jose’s city limits?
The post Fact Brief: Is part of the Cupertino Union School District in San Jose’s city limits? appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Family ID's son who died at Bay Area party for Twitch streamer
Seven people were shot and one killed at the party on Saturday in Morgan Hill.
California
Family of woman who died after Marin County Jail release to sue county
The family of a woman who died after being released from the Marin County Jail plans to announce a federal civil rights lawsuit this week alleging that jail staff failed to provide adequate medical care while she was in custody. Attorney Christian Contreras said the family of Tammy Manzanilla is suing Marin County and the […] The post Family of woman who died after Marin County Jail release to sue county appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Fashion Roundtable Calls on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to Support U.K. Textile Manufacturing
The think tank has written an open letter to the prime minister calling for public procurement textile contracts to be awarded to suppliers who manufacture in the U.K.
News
Fauci invokes 5th Amendment right during GOP-led hearing on COVID origins
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the face of America's COVID response, repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment right before a Senate committee on Wednesday. The hearing, chaired by Republican Sen. Rand Paul, was meant to probe the origins of COVID-19 and whether Fauci misled Congress and the public. Fauci called Paul's pursuit of him an "unhinged obsession." Ali Rogin reports.
Culture
Federal Jury Convicts New Jersey Man of Terrorism Offenses Relating to His Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie
A federal jury has convicted Hadi Matar, 28, of Fairview, New Jersey, of attempting to provide material support to Hizbollah, a designated foreign terrorist organization, engaging in an act of terrorism transcending national boundaries, and providing material support to terrorists.
Bay Area
Federal Reserve expected to keep rates unchanged for now despite high prices
Federal Reserve policymakers are losing patience with inflation, but they may not be ready to turn their frustration into action -- not this week anyway.
Markets
Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement
Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement
Bay Area
Federal bill to draw on San Francisco’s emergency response to autonomous vehicles
San Francisco firefighters have been practically writing the book on how to deal with autonomous vehicles during emergencies as they’ve dealt with cars driving over exploding fireworks, citywide blackouts, and common collisions that are increasingly part of their routine. But new legislation from a Bay Area congressman could help first responders deal with autonomous vehicles […] The post Federal bill to draw on San Francisco’s emergency response to autonomous vehicles appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Feds targeted Latinos more after Supreme Court's racial profiling decision, report says
The report comes as recent court filings allege federal immigration agents in L.A. used racial slurs in body camera footage and text messages when referring to Latinos.
Markets
Ford’s big-truck bet is paying off — and Wall Street is taking notice
A turnaround story could be in the works at Ford, which gets less love than GM on Wall Street.
Bay Area
Foreign student visa restrictions to hit Silicon Valley
New federal regulations will restrict how long international students can attend U.S. colleges, and schools are scrambling to work through the problem as the fall semester begins. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule that limits most international students on F-1 visas and J-1 exchange visitor visas to a four-year education... The post Foreign student visa restrictions to hit Silicon Valley appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Culture
Former BIA Officer Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Minor and Lying to Investigators
Murrell Deela, a former Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) officer, was sentenced Wednesday to 14 years in prison for sexual abuse involving a minor and to lying to federal investigators.
News
Former Iraqi diplomat on forces driving Iran war across region
For perspective on the effects of the U.S. and Iran trading strikes and the widening war in the region, Geoff Bennett spoke with Feisal Istrabadi, a former Iraqi diplomat and the founding director of the Center for the Study of the Middle East at Indiana University Bloomington.
Technology
French Scientists Precisely Date a Paleolithic Cave Painting for the First Time as About 13,000 Years Old
The results show that sections of another painting were created during different periods, some separated by thousands of years
Culture
Fresh, Sun-Kissed, and Blurred—Minimalist Makeup Has a New Look
Experts walk us through the 10 steps to achieve the minimalist makeup look, from necessary skin prep to creamy blush and barely-there lashes.
California
From 'Star Wars' to samba, Cut Chemist rewrites L.A. hip-hop's playbook
After three decades shaping L.A.'s underground, DJ-producer Cut Chemist turns a lifetime of chance encounters — from Star Wars at the Chinese to São Paulo samba — into his sample-heavy, narrative-rich sound.
Technology
Full school day cellphone bans are more popular than ever
As schools across the country continue to implement cellphone bans, a new Pew Research Center survey shows they continue to gain support. Seventy-seven percent of US adults support banning cellphones in middle and high school classes, and 48 percent support banning them for the entire school day. That's the first time more Americans have supported, […] As schools across the country continue to implement cellphone bans, a new Pew Research Center survey shows they continue to gain support. Seventy-seven percent of US adults support banning cellphones in middle and high school classes, and 48 percent support banning them for the entire school day. That's the first time more Americans have supported, rather than opposed, so-called bell-to-bell bans. Two years ago, just 36 percent of American adults supported an all day ban. Across all age groups over 18 that were surveyed, most respond
Technology
Gaming and IRL worlds collide in Jumanji: Open World trailer
"I'm beginning to suspect we are not in Jumanji."
Markets
Gen Z stays home almost every weekend because going out isn’t worth the money
Forget FOMO: Fear of financial regret is keeping younger Americans at home on Saturday night.
Technology
Glen Hansard, Frames Frontman and Oscar Winner, Dies in Motorcycle Crash at 56
The Irish singer-songwriter died in a motorcycle crash in the early hours of the morning in Dublin.
Technology
Glen Hansard, Irish Singer-Songwriter and Once Star, Dies at 56
The Frames frontman died in a motorcycle crash today in Dublin
Culture
Glen Hansard, Irish musician who won Oscar for 'Once,' dies in motorcycle crash
Ireland's President Catherine Connolly said he was one of Ireland's great singer-songwriters.
California
Glen Hansard, Irish singer-songwriter known for 'Once' Oscar win, dies at 56
Glen Hansard, a singer-songwriter who starred in the film "Once" and was the leader of band the Frames, has died after a motorcycle crash in Ireland.
Technology
Glen Hansard, Oscar-Winning ‘Once’ Musician, Dead at 56
Irish singer-songwriter dies after motorcycle crash in Dublin
Technology
Glen Powell’s ‘Chad Powers’ Season 2 Sets Release Date, Drops First Look Photos (TV News Roundup)
Glen Powell’s football comedy “Chad Powers” is back for Season 2, which will release Sept. 3 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers. People are starting to catch on to the odd behavior of Russ Holliday, aka Chad Powers (Glen Powell) this second season, especially Coach Hudson (Steve Zahn) and Gerry (Colton Ryan). […]
Technology
Google's "privacy-preserving" age verification system is coming to the Play Store
Google's new API relies on parents to set age ranges in Family Link.
Technology
Google's SynthID watermark is hard to break, but it doesn't solve AI misinformation
Deciding what's real on the Internet won't be easy in the future.
Technology
Grace Under Fire: How Vetle Nærø Improvised When His Instruments Got Lost at the Airport
“The concert was going to be a more electronic set with my synthesizers, some gear. But they were lost at the airport,” the Norwegian artist tells Billboard.
Technology
Grammy Chief ‘Saddened to Hear’ That BTS Won’t Submit for 2027 Awards
Grammy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has issued a statement in response to BTS’ decision not to submit for the 2027 awards, which the K-Pop superstars announced on Wednesday, in an effort to clarify that the launch of a Best Asian Pop category was not intended to sideline K-Pop artists. “I am saddened to hear that […]
Markets
Great American Escapes Coverage for Grocery’s Opioid Litigation Settlement
The Great American Insurance Group is off the hook for a chunk of a grocery chain’s $1.4 billion settlement in opioid litigation, a North Carolina court found in a case that hinged on the wording of the settlement and the …
Technology
Hankering to See Salvator Mundi? An Artist Opened a Museum of the World’s Priciest Painting in His Brooklyn Lobby
Elliott Arkin is known for mischievous art projects, and will soon launch a Salvator Mundi–themed cannabis product.
Technology
Harlan Coben on Bringing ‘Myron Bolitar’ to Netflix: “It’s Been Really Heady”
Filming on the show, based on the author's 12-book series about a sports agent, began this week.
Technology
Harvard Art Museums Tested Out Using Generative AI to Animate 18th-Century Painting as Part of Marketing Campaign
The test subject was François Boucher’s 1750 portrait of Jeanne-Antoinette Poisson, Marquise de Pompadour, one of Louis XV’s mistresses.
Bay Area
He fought meth addiction for years. Now he’s won drug-free housing for SF
Supervisor Matt Dorsey’s ordinance aims to create drug-free units for homeless people, testing the city’s harm-reduction and housing-first dogma.
California
Healthcare costs are surging. Taxing billionaires will help Californians keep their coverage
Regressive federal funding cuts have put a healthcare crisis on California's doorstep. Proposition 40 will make billionaires pay their fair share and bring relief to Californians, a nurse argues.
Technology
Healthy pregnancies and newborns are possible after CAR T cell therapy
Women who received treatment for autoimmune diseases with CAR T cell therapy went on to have regular pregnancies and healthy babies.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to around 90 for the mesas and other higher coastal terrain expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s to around 100 below 7000 feet expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 28 at 9:01PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to lower 90s for higher coastal terrain expected. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 1:17PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures of 85 to 100 expected. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California near the coast including the beaches. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 1:17PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures of 90 to 100 expected. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California near the coast including the beaches. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 1:17PM PDT until July 31 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot temperatures of 90 to 100 expected. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 105 expected. * WHERE...Interstate 5 Corridor and Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM Thursday to 10 AM PDT Friday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for portions of the region.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 2:13PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Hot conditions expected with highs 80 to 90 degrees above 8000 feet and 90 to 105 degrees below 8000 feet. This will result in moderate heat risk. * WHERE...In California, Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. In Nevada, Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to around 90 for the mesas and other higher coastal terrain expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to lower 90s for higher coastal terrain expected. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued July 29 at 3:16AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the 90s to around 100 below 7000 feet expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Markets
Heat Pushes Rhine Toward 36-Year Low in Risk to Energy Supplies
The Rhine River’s water levels risk dropping to an unprecedented low as heat waves grip Europe, creating a bottleneck for the delivery of coal and fuels inland while raising shipping costs. Water levels at Kaub, a key chokepoint for shipments …
Technology
Here Are the Albums With the Most No. 1s on Billboard Airplay Charts
The feat ranges from country to pop, including Morgan Wallen's I'm the Problem .
Technology
Here are the five big takeaways from this week's Fed meeting
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday followed through on expectations for no interest rate change.
Technology
Here’s How to Watch MLS All-Star Game 2026 Live Online for Free
Keep that World Cup fever going with soccer‘s biggest and brightest stars taking to the pitch tonight for the 2026 MLS All-Star Game. This is the fourth time since 2020 that the North American league has faced off against Mexico’s premier soccer league in an all-star game. For 2026, the MLS All-Stars takes on the […]
Culture
Here’s How to Watch ‘Drag Race México’ Season 3 Online From Anywhere in the World
Don't miss the season 3 premiere of Drag Race México on July 30, and find out where to stream it online.
Technology
Hermès Q2 Sales Accelerate on Strong U.S. Demand and Leather Goods Growth
Sales were up 6.7 percent at constant currency as the Americas posted double-digit growth and leather goods showed continued strength.
Culture
Hermès Reports 6.7% Sales Uplift in Q2
Sales growth at the French house slightly accelerated in the second quarter.
California
High Surf Advisory issued July 28 at 9:09PM PDT until August 1 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, surf of 3-6 feet with sets to 7 feet expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected during evening high tides. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5-8 feet with sets up to 9 feet on south-southwest facing beaches and 3-6 feet on west- facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM Wednesday to 3 AM PDT Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 5 PM Wednesday to 5 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of low-lying beach parking lots, boardwalks, and roads. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A long period southerly
California
High Surf Advisory issued July 29 at 1:22PM PDT until August 1 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents, highest across south to southwest facing beaches exposed to southerly swells. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast, and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 5 PM PDT Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and su
Bay Area
High-speed police chase through Los Angeles, California includes dangerous encounter with dirt bike riders | Video
A high-speed police chase through Los Angeles, California included a dangerous encounter with dirt bike riders.
California
Hiltzik: Republicans want to turn the clock back — to the red-baiting Fifties
Communism is so dead in most of the world that using 'communist' as a political epithet has an antique ring to it.
Science
Hospice’s Bad Reputation Amid Fraud Crisis Will Hurt Patients, Industry Experts Warn
While acknowledging that changes must be made to the hospice industry, health policy researchers and providers worry that negative attention and the potential for overly punitive regulations could put patients at risk.
Culture
How Did Multiple Podcasts Help a New Song by Magnus Ferrell — Son of Will — Go Viral?
This week's Trending Up looks at the breakout success of Magnus' "Asleep Talking," as well as a video-boosted collab between two rap crossover stars and more.
News
Howard University president says more than 200 students readmitted after mass unenrollment
Howard University's interim president says over 200 of the more than 500 first-year incoming students who were unenrolled for the fall semester have been readmitted to the school
Technology
Ian McKellen Discovered Anthony Mackie Is the New Captain America on ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Set and Told Him: ‘You Deserve That’
Anthony Mackie recently told IMDb (via The Independent) about Ian McKellen’s wholesome reaction when he told him on the “Avengers: Doomsday” set that he was playing Captain America. “I go to Ian McKellen, he goes, ‘Hello, son.’ I’m like, ‘Ian McKellen, sir. You’re amazing. It’s amazing to work with you,’” Mackie recalled. “He goes, ‘So […]
Culture
Inside the Neo Knitwear Boom
A new wave of knitwear designers is rising to meet demand for well-crafted, creative clothing.
Markets
Inszone Insurance Acquires Pennsylvania Hospitality Specialist Progress Brokerage
Inszone Insurance Services, a national provider of commercial, personal, and benefits insurance, announced the acquisition of Progress Brokerage Group, LLC, a specialized insurance agency based in Springfield, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2013 by Ed Snow, Progress Brokerage Group has built a …
News
Iran resumes missile attacks as U.S. and Saudis strike Tehran-backed militias in Iraq
Iran launched a barrage of missiles at American forces in the Middle East early Wednesday as the U.S. partnered with Saudi Arabia to strike Tehran-backed militias in neighboring Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters.
Markets
I’m managing a former colleague who just can’t keep up with her workload. How do I handle this without being a jerk?
“I wish she would just find somewhere else to work.”
Technology
JPMorgan, Schwab and UBS manage millions in Trump's $858 investment portfolio
JPMorgan, Schwab, UBS and Stephens Inc. are among the firms that have managed Trump's fortune in accounts worth at least $858 million, a CNBC analysis found.
Technology
Jean-Pierre Dorléac, Oscar-Nominated ‘Somewhere in Time’ Costume Designer, Dies at 83
The two-time Emmy winner also had a long stint on the time-traveling series ‘Quantum Leap.’
Technology
Jeffrey Gundlach says the bond market is telling Warsh the Fed has to start acting on inflation
Gundlach said the divergent moves across the Treasury curve showed investors' skepticism that the Fed will ultimately follow through.
Technology
Jennie’s 2026 Style So Far: Blazy’s Chanel Pumps, Custom Stand Oil Boots and More
Fans can expect Jennie to bring her fashion game to Lollapalooza on Saturday.
Technology
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday
Ford had a great earnings night. Plus, earnings updates from memory giants SK Hynix and Seagate.
Culture
John Summit Leads 2026 Lost Paradise Lineup
Presented across the five days from Dec. 28 to Jan. 1 in Glenworth Valley, New South Wales, Lost Paradise is coming off four consecutive sell-outs.
Technology
Journalist details weekend spent with far-right Proud Boys
The Proud Boys were founded a decade ago, but the far-right group gained notoriety for being heavily involved in the Jan. 6 attack at the Capitol. Jen Golbeck, a University of Maryland professor whose research focuses on social media and online extremism, spent a weekend with the Cape Fear chapter of the Proud Boys. She wrote about the experience in Esquire and joined Amna Nawaz to discuss more.
News
Judge weighs bid to block or reverse transfers of transgender inmates into a segregated prison unit
A federal judge is concerned that the Trump administration has violated a court order by transferring several incarcerated transgender women to a segregated prison unit
California
Kaiser used an algorithm — not clinicians — to triage mental health patients, a union alleges
n a complaint to state regulators, a health worker union alleges that Kaiser’s digital e-visit tool is used to screen patients for anxiety and depression without clinical supervision as required by law.
Technology
Kaiser used an algorithm — not clinicians — to triage mental health patients, a union alleges
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A health worker union has accused Kaiser Permanente of screening patients and making care recommendations through “a digital, automated algorithm” without clinician oversight — a practice the union says violates state law. The complaint, filed with state regulators by the National Union of […]
Bay Area
Kaiser used an algorithm — not clinicians — to triage mental health patients, a union alleges
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A health worker union has accused Kaiser Permanente of screening patients and making care recommendations through “a digital, automated algorithm” without clinician oversight — a practice the union says violates state law. The complaint, filed with state regulators by the National Union of […]
Technology
Kaiser used an algorithm — not clinicians — to triage mental health patients, a union alleges
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A health worker union has accused Kaiser Permanente of screening patients and making care recommendations through “a digital, automated algorithm” without clinician oversight — a practice the union says violates state law. The complaint, filed with state regulators by the National Union of […]
Bay Area
Kaiser used an algorithm — not clinicians — to triage mental health patients, a union alleges
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A health worker union has accused Kaiser Permanente of screening patients and making care recommendations through “a digital, automated algorithm” without clinician oversight — a practice the union says violates state law. The complaint, filed with state regulators by the National Union of […]
Technology
Kanye West Settles Sexual Assault and Wrongful Termination Lawsuit With Ex-Staffer
Lauren Pisciotta, West's former assistant, accused the artist of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a Sean Combs studio session
Technology
Kavinsky Dies at 50
The French touch DJ and producer who broke out with “Nightcall” from the Drive soundtrack died in Paris of a suspected stroke
Technology
Kavinsky, French DJ-Producer Whose Chilly ‘Nightcall’ Defined ‘Drive,’ Dead at 50
Artist had resurgence after appearance at 2024 Olympics
California
Kavinsky, French electronic artist and 'Drive' composer, dead at 50
Kavinsky a defining act of the Paris electronic scene of the 2000s and 2010s whose 'Nightcall' track was key to the Ryan Gosling-led thriller 'Drive,' died of a suspected stroke.
Bay Area
Kawakami: Steph Curry wants to be a forever Warrior, but they need to give him reasons
The Golden State star will want to see the Warriors continue to earn his loyalty. With an all-time player, you always have to keep earning it.
California
Kin Expands Launches Condo and Flood Insurance Options in California
Kin launched two new coverages for California homeowners — condo (HO6) insurance and a flood insurance add-on to Kin home insurance policies. The condo policies are designed to account for wildfire mitigation steps a homeowner has already taken — including …
Technology
Kohl’s Corp. Installs a New Chairman
Wendy C. Arlin, formerly with Bath & Body Works and L Brands, moves into the top board role.
Bay Area
Kyle Shanahan says car crash was his fault, accident was reported wrong
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan wanted to make clear that he was at fault for the car accident that left him with multiple serious injuries two weeks ago.
California
LA County supervisors move to restore funding for jail diversion programs
Voters will decide in November on a proposed charter change that would restore funding for jail diversion programs.
California
LA eviction lawyer Dennis Block faces probation over AI misuse, client charges
Facing disciplinary charges from the California State Bar, the prominent landlord-side attorney admitted charging improper fees and other misconduct.
Technology
Laura Weir Aims to Take Fashion Beyond London and Into Cities Across the U.K.
Building on the BFC's 2030 vision, the new decentralization program spans six cities and aims to turn British fashion into a national cultural and economic asset.
News
Lindsay Clancy's ex-husband testifies about the day she killed their 3 children
Lindsay Clancy had sought care from experts in postpregnancy mood disorders, was put on multiple psychiatric medications, and when nothing worked, checked in to a psychiatric hospital. She killed the children 19 days after she was discharged.
News
Lindsey Graham returns home one last time for his funeral in South Carolina
Sen. Lindsey Graham is being buried in South Carolina, where a funeral in the state capital is drawing people who remember him as the son of pool hall owners who never forgot his roots
California
Lineage files permit to rebuild Boyle Heights warehouse. 'A slap in the face,' mayor says
A permit application to rebuild the Lineage cold-storage warehouse has been met with fierce backlash from politicians as well as residents who are still contending with putrid odors and health concerns.
Technology
Lollapalooza, Daisy Chain Fields & Ocean Way: 2026 Summer Festival Season Is Just Heating Up
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast , we're talking about Lolla in Chicago this weekend and two brand-new festivals that lie ahead.
Markets
Looking for a second home? Sellers in these markets could be ready to make a deal.
House hunters could find good prices in second-home markets across the South and Midwest.
California
Lopez: In this Hollywood courtroom, defendants are sentenced to get help, and graduations are celebrated
Among other legal matters, the mental health courts handle the cases of defendants who have a serious mental illness and have been judged incompetent to stand trial in criminal court.
Technology
Lynette Howell Taylor Re-Elected President of Film Academy
The 47-year-old, who hails from Liverpool, England, is the 37th person to hold the office.
Culture
Lynette Howell Taylor Re-Elected President of Motion Picture Academy
Film composer Lesley Barber was re-elected vp and chair of the membership committee.
Culture
L’Oréal Group Sales Rise 6% in Q2
All regions grew in the quarter, while the company’s dermatological and professional categories led the way.
Technology
Macy’s Removes Its Iconic Sign
The giant red sign on the southeast side of the Herald Sign flagship was a New York City fixture for decades and impossible to miss.
California
Magnitude 4.2 earthquake rattles Northern California
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake was reported Tuesday at 7:40 p.m., eight miles from Healdsburg, Calif., according to the U.S.
Bay Area
Magnitude 4.3 earthquake strikes near Cloverdale in North Bay, USGS says
Did you feel it? A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck near Cloverdale in the North Bay Tuesday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There was also a registered 2.5 aftershock.
News
Man convicted in terrorism trial over 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
A man has been convicted of federal terrorism charges in the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
Culture
Man gets 6-month sentence for ramming car into Jewish group's NY world headquarters
A man has been sentenced to just over six months behind bars for ramming his car into the world headquarters of the Jewish group Chabad Lubavitch in New York City
Bay Area
Marin County basketball coach accused of abusing teen girl, authorities say
A North Bay youth basketball coach has been arrested after a teenager reported that he had been sexually abusing her for months, according to court documents.
Technology
Mark Zuckerberg is planning a big push into personal AI agents
Meta is all-in on AI, and sometime soon, the company is going to make a big push into personal AI agents that can do things on your behalf. On Wednesday's Q2 2026 earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg previewed a high-level vision of how the company is thinking about personal agents and what it will do […] Meta is all-in on AI, and sometime soon, the company is going to make a big push into personal AI agents that can do things on your behalf. On Wednesday's Q2 2026 earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg previewed a high-level vision of how the company is thinking about personal agents and what it will do to make them viable for users - and how it will convince less technical people to give them a shot: Soon we will have agents that can work 24/7 on your behalf to help you achieve your goals and improve your life, your health, your relationships, your finances, whatever you want. The firs
Technology
Markets/Coverages: CFC Brings Affirmative AI Cover to Media Companies; Lockton Launches Global Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure Practice
CFC, the specialist insurance provider, announced the introduction of affirmative AI coverage within its media policy, effective July 30. The update forms part of CFC’s wider program to embed affirmative AI coverage across its portfolio, ensuring customers have clear, explicit …
Culture
Mayor Mamdani’s Pied-à-Terre Tax Puts Art World Heavyweights in the Spotlight
A database newly published by the New York City Department of Finance lists properties owned by David Zwirner, Marc Glimcher, and Steven Cohen, among others.
Technology
Megan Moroney Ends Concert Early Due to Illness: ‘It Hurts Me So Much to Disappoint You All’
The singer cut her Denver show after just three songs
Culture
Merck Mercuriadis to Deliver Keynote at Music Tectonics Conference 2026
The Hipgnosis founder and former CEO, who recently launched a new venture, will speak at the music and tech gathering slated for Oct. 27-29 in Santa Monica, Calif.
Technology
Meta Takes $2.4 Billion Charge for Legal Proceedings in Q2, Revenue Booms 28% to Over $60 Billion
Meta continues to post soaring revenue, but the Mark Zuckerberg-led company took a big hit in the second quarter of 2026 related to legal proceedings and layoffs. The company, the parent of Facebook and Instagram, said it took $2.4 billion in charges “related to legal proceedings” in Q2; it didn’t immediately respond to an inquiry […]
Technology
Meta's stock plunges almost 10% on disappointing guidance, dwindling free cash flow
Meta issued a weaker-than-expected revenue forecast and narrowed its capex range for the year.
Culture
Metis Co-Founder Rebecca Fine on Why Art Lending Is Becoming a Bigger Part of Wealth Management
"Every business model has its own orientation. Auction houses ultimately make money selling art. We don't advise clients whether to buy or sell."
Technology
Michael J. Fox Will Be Honored With TV Academy’s Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Emmys
Michael J. Fox has been tapped to receive one of the Television Academy’s biggest honors, the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award, at this year’s Emmy Awards. The org announced the news Wednesday, noting that the kudo was “in recognition of his transformative contributions to Parkinson’s disease research and advocacy.” Fox is already an Emmy nominee this […]
Technology
Microsoft confirms Copilot ‘super app’ coming this year
Microsoft is working on an AI "super app" that combines Copilot's chat, coding, and agentic capabilities. During an earnings call on Wednesday, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said the app will span "both consumer and commercial experiences" when it launches this year. "Copilot is evolving rapidly from chat to Cowork to Autopilots," Nadella said. "This quarter, […] Microsoft is working on an AI "super app" that combines Copilot's chat, coding, and agentic capabilities. During an earnings call on Wednesday, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said the app will span "both consumer and commercial experiences" when it launches this year. "Copilot is evolving rapidly from chat to Cowork to Autopilots," Nadella said. "This quarter, we are bringing these Copilot experiences together, including code, in one super app… This is a major step forward, and I look forward to sharing more soon." Nadella's co
Culture
Ministry of Sound’s 35th Anniversary Lineup to Feature Kerri Chandler, Moodymann & More
The event will take place over the first weekend in October.
Markets
Minnesota Restaurant Owes $614K in Back Wages
The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered $613,037 in back wages for 46 workers after a federal investigation found a Minnesota restaurant failed to pay minimum and overtime wages as required by law. Investigators with the department’s Wage and Hour …
California
Minor league baseball is coming to Irvine’s Great Park
The team is expected to begin playing next summer.
Bay Area
More than 18,000 cyclosporiasis cases reported across 45 states: CDC
Cases of cyclosporiasis have topped 18,000 in 45 states, according to data updated Wednesday from the CDC.
Technology
Musk went to “war,” sought jail time for X ad boycotts—but case ends with a whimper
Advertisers agreed to “reset” relationship with X.
Technology
Musk's xAI sues Minn. over first-in-the-nation law banning 'nudification' technology
Elon Musk’s company xAI is suing Minnesota over the state’s first-in-the-nation law that bans “nudification” technology on websites and apps
Technology
My girlfriend is 62. Can she claim her late husband’s full Social Security benefit — or does she have to wait?
“Her husband passed away 10 years ago. They had been married for more than 20 years.”
Technology
Mythos attack on 3rd-round PQC algorithm candidate puts it out of commission
HAWK withstood years of testing that had yet to uncover a fatal weakness found through Mythos.
News
NAMI San Mateo County appoints Hee-Yeon Woo to board
NAMI San Mateo County has appointed Hee-Yeon Woo to its board of directors, bringing 25 years of technical and business leadership experience to the Redwood City-based mental health organization.
Science
NYC Medical Facility to Spend $30 Million on Sex Abuse Prevention to End Criminal Probe
In a deal that ends a criminal investigation, a prestigious New York City medical institution agreed to boost its sexual abuse prevention program after one of its star doctors was convicted of abusing patients during a decade-long span and was …
Technology
New AMD Linux patch boosts low-end gaming performance on Steam Deck
Improved efficiency in EPP mode leads to ~32% jump in "1% low" frame rates.
California
New court documents expose Trump administration’s political targeting of Governor Newsom
Source
Bay Area
New federal bill introduced by Bay Area lawmaker targets robotaxis blocking first responders
The proposed measure, called the AV Emergency Response Coordination Act, was introduced by Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-San Mateo. Supporters say it would establish nationwide standards designed to ensure autonomous vehicles do not impede emergency operations.
Bay Area
New study finds weakening Atlantic Ocean current could increase atmospheric rivers in California
A new study suggests a major ocean current in the Atlantic Ocean is slowing down, a shift researchers say could influence weather patterns around the world, including the intensity of storms affecting California.
Bay Area
New video released in shooting of Chiefs offensive coordinator's wife
Newly-released video shows the chaotic aftermath of the shooting that injured the wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy.
News
News Wrap: Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, but some vote for increase
In our news wrap Wednesday, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but three Fed officials voted in favor of raising rates amid ongoing inflation concerns and the spike in energy prices due to the Iran war, President Trump unveiled a $22 billion overhaul of Washington Dulles International Airport in his latest effort to remake the region and the earthquake death toll in Japan stands at 18.
Technology
Nigel Sylvester’s Latest Air Jordan Collab Will Be on Michael Jordan’s First Championship Sneaker
Sylvester's storytelling with Jordan Brand continues on a new silhouette.
Technology
Nike was once China's sneaker king. Here's why its sales have fallen 30%
China was once Nike's fastest-growing region but the company has lost relevance among young consumers and ceded market share to smaller, domestic brands.
Technology
Nike’s High Profile Visibility Can be a Boon and Sometimes a Legal Curse
Big firms are easy targets, and can find themselves with more than their fair share of legal troubles.
Culture
Noah Kahan Latest Musician to Slam White House For Unauthorized Use of His Music in Social Media Hype Clip: ‘Would Never Approve’
The singer adamantly took issue with the administration using "American Cars" in clip about Trump visit with autoworkers in Michigan.
Technology
Noah Kahan Slams Trump’s Use of His Song and Vows He’d “Never Approve”
The 29-year-old singer-songwriter commented on the president’s Instagram post to make his stance known.
Technology
Noah Kahan Slams White House for Using His Song in Trump Promo Video
The administration used Kahan's "American Cars" to soundtrack photos of the president visiting General Motors’ flagship test site
Technology
Noah Kahan Slams White House for Using Song in Social Media Post: ‘Would Never Approve’
Noah Kahan is the latest among musicians firing back against the White House for using their music on social media, responding to an Instagram post that utilized his song “American Cars.” The White House post from Monday featured images of President Donald Trump while visiting General Motors’ flagship test site in Michigan. After many fans […]
Culture
Norway’s Fay Wildhagen Is Taking The Independent Route For Next Album
“It just feels cool to try something new, and just go for it,” she says of her forthcoming independent album, which concludes a decade with Warner Music Norway.
Technology
Oil prices jump more than 6% after Trump says U.S. will hit Iran hard
Oil rose sharply amid renewed tensions in the Middle East after Iran launched an attack on U.S. forces using ballistic missiles.
Markets
Oil prices rise after U.S. and Saudi Arabia attack Iran-backed militias in Iraq
West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front-month contracts climbed on Wednesday on the risk of more fighting.
Technology
Olivia Wilde Celebrates Audiences “Breaking Out of Their Boxes” to Accept Age Gap Romances on Film
Cooper Hoffman plays the star's muse in 'I Want Your Sex,' the new erotic comedy from filmmaker Gregg Araki.
Technology
Olivia Wilde Teases Next Directing Project ‘Naughty’: “Way Bigger Than Anything I’ve Ever Taken On”
Wilde will follow up 'The Invite' with the holiday comedy, which she said is "a passion project and I fought and fought and fought to get this made."
Culture
On Top Of The World: How a Group of Norwegian School Friends Created One of Europe’s Finest Boutique Festivals
Presented in Luster, Western Norway, on an epic fjord, Bergtatt is one of Europe’s most specular and remote festivals, with a carefully-curated lineup. It's a big-hearted fest that does things differently.
California
Once high-flying PayPal becomes a takeover target as it attempts a turnaround
Stripe and Advent International reportedly made a bid to take over the payments company for $60.50 per share, valuing the company at roughly $53 billion.
Technology
OpenAI Models Accessed Cloud Platform Before Hugging Face Hack
The OpenAI models that hacked the startup Hugging Face Inc. this month also gained access to a customer account on the cloud platform Modal and used it to launch attacks, underscoring the broad scope of the incident. The agent gained …
California
OpenAI bot's rogue attack rattles industry leaders, policymakers and consumers
What will happen to the world if artificial intelligence bots break free from our control and act independently?
Technology
OpenAI’s rogue AI agent didn’t stop at hacking Hugging Face
The AI agent that escaped from OpenAI and hacked developer platform Hugging Face attacked other companies as well, OpenAI revealed on Tuesday. The update substantially widens the scope of an already concerning incident, which has alarmed industry insiders and fueled growing calls for stronger oversight on frontier AI systems. In an update to a blog […] The AI agent that escaped from OpenAI and hacked developer platform Hugging Face attacked other companies as well, OpenAI revealed on Tuesday. The update substantially widens the scope of an already concerning incident, which has alarmed industry insiders and fueled growing calls for stronger oversight on frontier AI systems. In an update to a blog post detailing its ongoing investigation into the incident, OpenAI said the wayward AI agent attacked several "publicly-available services" in its efforts to reach Hugging Face. "This incl
Bay Area
Oscar-winning singer-songwriter Glen Hansard dies in Dublin motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Technology
Paul Newman’s Daughter Clea on the Charity He Built — and Why She’ll Never Retire From It
With the Hollywood icon's camp network for sick children opening its first venue in the U.K., his youngest child opens up about the impact of her legendary father's philanthropic behemoth: "Over all these years, I've incorporated [his] vision into who I am. It's really been a lifelong pursuit for me."
Technology
Pearl Jam’s Early Years Revealed in New Intimate Photography Book
Bassist Jeff Ament's Since Forever captures the iconic band in rare moments throughout the decades
Technology
People Moves: NFP Names Chamberlain to Upstate New York Team
NFP, an Aon company and property/casualty broker and benefits consultant headquartered in New York City, named Fran Chamberlain as senior vice president, risk capital. Chamberlain will manage relationships with new and existing clients and lead operational and strategic initiatives for …
News
Peter Neumann, Greenmeadow resident and leading expert on computer safety, dies
Peter Neumann, a Palo Alto resident whose youthful encounter with Albert Einstein sparked a lifelong passion for computer safety and propelled him toward becoming one of the world’s leading experts in the field, has died at the age of 93.
Bay Area
Peter Neumann, Greenmeadow resident and leading expert on computer safety, dies
Peter Neumann, a Palo Alto resident whose youthful encounter with Albert Einstein sparked a lifelong passion for computer safety and propelled him toward becoming one of the world’s leading experts in the field, has died at the age of 93.
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Peter Neumann, Greenmeadow resident and leading expert on computer safety, dies
Peter Neumann, a Palo Alto resident whose youthful encounter with Albert Einstein sparked a lifelong passion for computer safety and propelled him toward becoming one of the world’s leading experts in the field, has died at the age of 93.
Technology
Pharrell’s Adidas Jellyfish Is Getting a New Colorway — and It Will Be the Easiest Release to Get So Far
Details on the Virginia Adistar Jellyfish "Triple White" launch.
Culture
Phil Wickham, Brandon Lake, CeCe Winans Lead 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards Nominees: Exclusive
Tauren Wells will host the GMA Dove Awards for a fourth consecutive year.
California
Pierre Rushing Was Convicted of Murder in 2011. The Key Witness Just Recanted His Testimony
Bay Area advocates said Rushing’s case exemplifies a broader pattern of murder convictions built on false or unreliable testimony.
Bay Area
Poll finds voters support November transit sales tax measure
Proponents of the November ballot measure supporting public transit published updated polling numbers today, showing a majority of Bay Area voters support the half-cent sales tax.
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Poll finds voters support November transit sales tax measure
Proponents of the November ballot measure supporting public transit published updated polling numbers today, showing a majority of Bay Area voters support the half-cent sales tax.
Bay Area
Poll finds voters support November transit sales tax measure
Proponents of the November ballot measure supporting public transit published updated polling numbers today, showing a majority of Bay Area voters support the half-cent sales tax.
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Poll finds voters support November transit sales tax measure
Proponents of the November ballot measure supporting public transit published updated polling numbers today, showing a majority of Bay Area voters support the half-cent sales tax.
Technology
Procter & Gamble revenue misses estimates as volume stays unchanged
Procter & Gamble reported quarterly earnings per share that topped Wall Street's estimates, but its revenue fell short of expectations.
Bay Area
Production Assistants on CBS’ ‘Cupertino’ Vote to Unionize
The New Jersey-based workers unanimously declared their support for joining LiUNA Local 724 in the labor group’s first victory on a CBS Studios series.
California
Proposed bill would strip protection for school arts funding, former L.A. Supt. Beutner warns
Supporters say bill would make it easier to use arts money for kids. But former LAUSD leader Beutner says the bill would allow schools to divert the funding.
Technology
Qualcomm to raise prices during memory crunch as chipmaker issues light earnings guidance
"Cost went up, prices are going to go up," Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said in an interview.
Markets
Qualcomm’s stock falls as memory woes weigh on earnings
The chip company came up short on its bottom line.
Markets
RAD Diversified REIT, Inc.; Brandon “Dutch” Mendenhall; Amy Vaughn; and The Seminar Solution, LLC, Relief Defendant
RAD Diversified REIT, Inc.; Brandon “Dutch” Mendenhall; Amy Vaughn; and The Seminar Solution, LLC, Relief Defendant
Technology
Rachel Chinouriri Is ‘One Song Away From Crying’ and Just Weeks Away From Her New Album
British singer and songwriter will release her second studio album I Think I Spoke Too Soon on Oct. 16
California
Racial slurs and a Google search for car washes: What court records reveal about L.A. immigration raids
The court records were made public this week by the ACLU, which is part of a coalition seeking to bar an "ongoing campaign of suspicionless and discriminatory detentive stops" in the Central District of California.
California
Record-breaking El Niño could gut California's crab and salmon fleets
A super El Niño could wreak havoc on commercial fishing off the California coast. If the 2015-16 El Niño is any guide, it's not going to be good.
Markets
Relation Acquires Wisconsin’s Mid-State Insurance
Relation Insurance Services announced their acquisition of the assets of Mid-State Insurance. The transaction went into effect on March 31, 2026; terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1986 as an independent life and health agency in Milwaukee’s …
Technology
Remarkable’s refurbished bundle is an awesome deal that’s over $350 off
A lot of us here at The Verge are fans of Remarkable’s digital note-taking tablets, and right now one of its higher-end options is much cheaper than usual. The Remarkable Paper Pro normally sells for $629 on its own, but Woot is currently offering a refurbished bundle for $449.99 through July 31st. It includes the […] The Remarkable Paper Pro bundle comes with a stylus and a folio cover. A lot of us here at The Verge are fans of Remarkable’s digital note-taking tablets, and right now one of its higher-end options is much cheaper than usual. The Remarkable Paper Pro normally sells for $629 on its own, but Woot is currently offering a refurbished bundle for $449.99 through July 31st. It includes the tablet, a Marker Plus stylus, and a Book Folio, saving you $368 compared to buying new. The same refurbished bundle costs $649 from Remarkable and comes with a longer one-year warranty ve
California
Removal of more toxic waste at former Hunters Point shipyard begins this week
Cleanup crews will begin removing radioactive material this week from a building at the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco after it was discovered in a storage locker in April. Members from the Hunters Point and Bayview community came together Monday for a Hunters Point Shipyard Citizens Advisory Committee Environmental & Reuse Subcommittee meeting […] The post Removal of more toxic waste at former Hunters Point shipyard begins this week appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Rescuers search for survivors after powerful quake kills at least 18 in southwestern Japan
Soldiers and emergency workers combed through a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses looking for trapped survivors Wednesday after a powerful earthquake that killed at least 18 people, including a foreigner, in southwestern Japan.
California
Responding to complaints, UC campuses admit record number of California students
The University of California system also announced a record high number of transfers from California community colleges.
Bay Area
Richmond hopes $120 million bond will help renovate aging fire department facilities
The city of Richmond hopes voters will pass a measure to approve a $120 million bond to renovate the fire department's aging facilities. "The bulk of our fire stations are well past their useful life. Two of the seven fire stations are over 80 years old," said Richmond Fire Chief Aaron Osorio.
Technology
Ride-Hailing Policies in New Jersey Must Provide PIP Benefits for Injured Pedestrians
Liability insurance policies for transportation network companies (TNC) in New Jersey must include personal injury protection (PIP) benefits for uninsured pedestrians injured by a TNC vehicle, New Jersey appellate court has ruled. Liberty Mutual denied an uninsured pedestrian coverage after …
Markets
Robinhood puts up record revenue as volatility drives a trading bonanza
Prediction-market revenues on the popular trading app increased tenfold during the second quarter.
Culture
Rock the Ryman Returns With Wynonna, YOLA & More: See the Lineup So Far
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Oates will host the second annual event on Sept. 1.
Technology
Ryan Murphy Reveals ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Brings Together All Previous Seasons: “It’s Like the Avengers”
The co-creator confirmed that franchise favorites Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters and Jessica Lange are reprising multiple of their past roles in the anthology series.
Bay Area
SF’s chronically broken elevators trap residents — and expose a legal loophole
As the number of calls reporting broken elevators skyrockets, a new law proposes to punish landlords.
Technology
SK Hynix shares tank as exponential earnings growth fails to satisfy AI-charged expectations
SK Hynix shares fell as exponential profit and revenue growth failed to meet analysts' lofty expectations for a darling of the artificial intelligence sector.
Technology
Sam Altman to meet with White House's Wiles this week ahead of AI framework deadline
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with a range of senior Trump administration officials, lawmakers and economists.
Bay Area
San Francisco Opens Affordable Housing at Site of Former Haight Street McDonald’s
Residents and officials celebrated the grand opening of 730 Stanyan St., nine years and four mayors after the project began.
Bay Area
San Francisco sues company behind Kayak and Booking.com for allegedly scamming tourists
Deceptive sites have added hundreds of dollars to the cost of hotel stays, according to City Attorney David Chiu.
Bay Area
San Jose Japantown stages ICE facility protest
Grassroots organizers and South Bay political leaders drew together for a rally in San Jose’s Japantown Wednesday in a show of unified opposition against a planned ICE facility taking shape in South County. The rally held in front of the historic Issei Memorial Building took place as state and local leaders wage a legal battle... The post San Jose Japantown stages ICE facility protest appeared first on San José Spotlight .
California
San José Japantown Coalition Rallies Against ICE Facility in Gilroy
Residents, elected officials and faith leaders spoke out against the planned ICE facility in Santa Clara County.
Bay Area
Santa Clara County Has Its First 2 West Nile Virus Cases of 2026
Health officials urge prevention and caution after the mosquito-borne illness was reported in the South Bay.
California
Santa Rosa City Council puts sales tax hike on November ballot
Santa Rosa voters will decide in November whether to extend and increase the city’s existing local sales tax to help fund public safety, road repairs and other city services as officials work to address ongoing budget shortfalls. The Santa Rosa City Council voted Tuesday to place the measure on the November 2026 ballot. If approved, […] The post Santa Rosa City Council puts sales tax hike on November ballot appeared first on Local News Matters .
Markets
Saudi Arabia has a new, and pricier, workaround to export its oil
Loadings at a Mediterranean port have picked up as Saudi Arabia races to offer its oil to buyers through a lengthier — and more expensive — backdoor.
Technology
Seagate’s earnings are welcome news for the battered AI trade
The storage maker’s June-quarter results come in ahead of Wall Street’s expectations, and the stock rallies after hours
Bay Area
Seeking more rights, Stanford football players launch ‘fraternity chapter’
Football players from Stanford University have taken a massive step toward the nation’s future collective bargaining by forming the first current player-led “fraternity chapter” of the College Football Players Association.
Technology
Senate confirms Jay Clayton as Trump's director of national intelligence, replacing Pulte
Bill Pulte had been serving for months as DNI after Tulsi Gabbard resigned the post.
Bay Area
Senate confirms Jay Clayton as nation's intelligence director
The Senate has confirmed Jay Clayton to become head of the nation's intelligence agencies, putting a permanent director in place weeks after President Donald Trump sought to delay his nomination.
News
Senate takes first steps on Russian sanctions after meeting with Zelenskyy
The Senate took the first steps toward passage of a sweeping Russian sanctions bill on Tuesday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Capitol
Technology
Seven For All Mankind’s President on Transformation Into a Ready-to-wear and Jeans Brand
The brand is making strides in diversifying its business.
Technology
Shein Says It’s Under FTC Investigation
The ultra-fast fashion company disclosed this in its IPO prospectus at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
California
Sindicato alega que Kaiser utilizó un algoritmo, y no médicos, para evaluar pacientes con problemas de salud mental
En una denuncia presentada ante los reguladores estatales, un sindicato de trabajadores de la salud alega que la herramienta digital de visitas electrónicas de Kaiser se utiliza para detectar la ansiedad y la depresión en los pacientes sin la supervisión clínica exigida por la ley.
Bay Area
Sindicato alega que Kaiser utilizó un algoritmo, y no médicos, para evaluar pacientes con problemas de salud mental
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Un sindicato de trabajadores de la salud ha acusado a Kaiser Permanente de examinar a los pacientes y hacer recomendaciones de atención a través de “un algoritmo digital automatizado” sin la supervisión de […]
Bay Area
Sindicato alega que Kaiser utilizó un algoritmo, y no médicos, para evaluar pacientes con problemas de salud mental
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Un sindicato de trabajadores de la salud ha acusado a Kaiser Permanente de examinar a los pacientes y hacer recomendaciones de atención a través de “un algoritmo digital automatizado” sin la supervisión de […]
Technology
Sindicato alega que Kaiser utilizó un algoritmo, y no médicos, para evaluar pacientes con problemas de salud mental
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Un sindicato de trabajadores de la salud ha acusado a Kaiser Permanente de examinar a los pacientes y hacer recomendaciones de atención a través de “un algoritmo digital automatizado” sin la supervisión de […]
Technology
Sindicato alega que Kaiser utilizó un algoritmo, y no médicos, para evaluar pacientes con problemas de salud mental
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Un sindicato de trabajadores de la salud ha acusado a Kaiser Permanente de examinar a los pacientes y hacer recomendaciones de atención a través de “un algoritmo digital automatizado” sin la supervisión de […]
News
Single women are outpacing single men in homeownership, but some face backlash
In the U.S., 20 million single women own homes, almost three million more than single men. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explores why women are deciding to buy and the unexpected fallout some face.
Technology
Siobahn Day Grady Wants Everyone to Be AI Literate
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the skills employers expect from new graduates. In response, universities are scrambling to launch new courses, research centers, and industry partnerships that prepare students for today’s workforce. But building a cutting-edge AI curriculum demands funding and access to industry networks, resources that remain unevenly distributed across higher education. At North Carolina Central University, Siobahn Day Grady is trying to change that equation. In January 2025, Grady, an associate professor in the NCCU School of Library and Information Sciences , launched the first AI research institute at a historically Black college or university, or HBCU. The Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) aims in part to help students and faculty across the university develop the skills needed to navigate a labor market increasingly transform
California
SiriusXM is launching an all-access sports audio subscription
SiriusXM's new Sports Pass will cater to sports fans of all kinds, offering live games, expert commentary and exclusive content.
Technology
Skechers to Open Massive New European Distribution Center in Belgium to Support Regional Growth
The new facility spans nearly 2.5 million square feet.
Bay Area
Small Baylands fire causes closures at nature preserve
Palo Alto firefighters put out a small fire that broke out among vegetation in the Baylands Nature Preserve on Wednesday afternoon, but some closures remain in place.
Bay Area
So far, only incumbents vie for Mountain View Whisman school board seats
With just over a week left for candidates to file to run for two seats on the Mountain View Whisman school board, only incumbents Devon Conley and Bill Lambert have thrown their hats in the ring.
California
SoCal's new Harry Potter train ride attracts fans, concerns local LGBTQ+ rights activists
"Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure" arrived in Southern California, providing theatrical performances on a moving train until Sept. 27.
Bay Area
Some schools installing pepper-spraying drones to help stop active school shooters
Some American schools are now turning to a hi-tech drones to combat active shooters.
Technology
Sour Widows Ready Jay Som-Produced Sophomore Album
Susanna Thomson wrote “Blood in the Grass,” the lead single from Sigil, for Babehoven’s Maya Bon
Technology
St. Vincent Gets Her Phil: Annie Clark on Reimagining Her Catalog for a Full Orchestral Tour, Climaxing at the Hollywood Bowl
St. Vincent’s music goes beyond the merely dramatic, at times; it can be harrowing, if not soul-shaking, in its most intimate and passionate moments. So it’s not completely surprising that Annie Clark, the woman behind the nom de plume, would be interested in enhancing that sense of drama by finally working with a full orchestra […]
Technology
Starbucks is becoming cool again. Here’s how it pulled off its turnaround.
Trendier products, faster service and more food options boost Starbucks’ earnings.
Technology
Starbucks stock jumps as coffee giant raises full-year outlook
Starbucks posted its fourth straight quarter of same-store sales growth, as it continues a turnaround under CEO Brian Niccol.
Technology
Stassi Schroeder Debuts New Reality Show: When and Where to Watch ‘House of Stassi’ Online
Her latest — and most personal — TV endeavor kicks off with a two-part premiere on July 29.
News
Stephen Colbert wins an anti-censorship award after CBS ends 'The Late Show'
Stephen Colbert has received an “anti-censorship” award from the Before Columbus Foundation
California
Study says schools teach civics but offer few opportunities for community engagement
CIVIC EDUCATION IS BEING TAUGHT in almost all U.S. schools, but students aren’t given the chance to volunteer, engage with their communities or have civic dialogue, according to a new report from the Center on Reinventing Public Education. Research has shown that students need both instruction and experiences to be active participants in the country’s democracy, […] The post Study says schools teach civics but offer few opportunities for community engagement appeared first on Local News Matters .
News
Study suggests the threat of mold-associated illnesses may be underappreciated
A new U.S. study suggests invasive mold infections may be an underappreciated threat
Technology
Synthwave Trio Gunship Releases Corin Hardy-Directed Video for Their Cover of Cyndi Lauper’s ‘Time After Time’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Gunship is back with a spooky new music video. The trio’s visual is for their cover of Cyndi Lauper’s iconic “Time After Time,” which is featured on the soundtrack of Corin Hardy’s recent horror film “Whistle.” Hardy also directs the music video, which consists of previously unseen footage from the film. “Working with Corin is […]
News
Takeaways from Anthony Fauci's COVID-era diaries
Dr. Anthony Fauci's private COVID-era diary became a focal point in a Senate hearing led by Sen. Rand Paul
Bay Area
Tell the FCC to Keep KGO-TV on the Air!
No one supports your community like Channel 7. But the FCC Questions that commitment.
Culture
The 30 Best Art Museums in the US
Time to start checking these off your bucket list.
Technology
The Beatles Announce Rubber Soul Super Deluxe Edition
The new box set features unreleased session recordings, home demos, and an 88-page hardbound book
Technology
The Beatles’ ‘Rubber Soul’ Due for Super Deluxe Treatment: Boxed Set Includes Stereo Remix, Session Outtakes and a Previously Unheard John Lennon Song
In the four years since deluxe versions of the Beatles’ “Revolver” were released, there hasn’t been much debate over what stood at the top of most fans’ wish lists: similar treatment given to “Rubber Soul,” the album that preceded “Revolver” in the group’s mid-1960s chronology. With just a little bit of delayed gratification, that hope […]
Technology
The Best Nike Sneakers Releasing in August
Including the Air Foamposite Pro "Camo" and Ja Morant's Nike Ja 4.
Culture
The British Royal Family’s Most Memorable Summer Looks Over the Years
Explore the British Royal Family’s most iconic summer style moments throughout the years, from breezy garden party dresses to polished polo attire. See how royal summer fashion has evolved.
Technology
The Bruin Theater in Westwood Village to Reopen: ‘It’s a Magical Place’
The Bruin Theater in Los Angeles’ Westwood Village is set to reopen in October, with the announcement capping a big month for the city’s movie lovers. Last week, Sony Pictures announced it will take over operation of the Cinerama Dome with Alamo Drafthouse running the former ArcLight theaters multiplex. Now the Bruin Theater, built in […]
Culture
The Dance World Reacts to Kavinsky’s Death: ‘The Funniest Person I’ve Ever Met’
The French producer died in Paris on July 28 at the age of 50.
Technology
The Ferrari Luce has at least 500 fans
Just two months after a bumpy launch earlier this year, Ferrari has reportedly already hit its 2026 sales goal for its polarizing, Jony Ive-designed Luce EV. Ahead of Ferrari announcing its quarterly earnings on Thursday, the Financial Times reports that Ferrari was aiming to sell "just under 500" Luce units this year, and reached that […] Just two months after a bumpy launch earlier this year, Ferrari has reportedly already hit its 2026 sales goal for its polarizing, Jony Ive-designed Luce EV . Ahead of Ferrari announcing its quarterly earnings on Thursday, the Financial Times reports that Ferrari was aiming to sell "just under 500" Luce units this year, and reached that target this month. Luce sales so far were reportedly driven by "strong demand from China," where EV sales have already taken off from makers like Geely, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr . The Financial Times says Ferrari
Bay Area
The Giants stopped producing top starters. Can Jackson Flora be different?
Since selecting Logan Webb in 2014, the Giants have struck out in attempts to land elite starters through the draft.
Bay Area
The Giants’ never-ending nightmare: Bader’s scooter accident, Schmitt’s knee, and more
Center fielder Harrison Bader was involved in a scooter accident over the weekend that further damaged his injured left foot.
Bay Area
The Kehillah School looks to grow in new leadership era
Long time Peninsula Rabbi Dennis Eisner was appointed on July 1 interim head of The Kehillah School – a Palo Alto Jewish high school that is looking to expand its reach as it searches for a permanent leader.
California
The LAPD has quietly stopped putting many public records online
According to a UCLA professor, public records related to the police department began disappearing from a Los Angeles city website last April, turning the LAPD into a "black hole of information."
News
The Latest: Dr. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in Republican-led COVID-19 Senate hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions from senators in a Republican-led committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic
Technology
The Nothing Ear 3A look great… and sound good enough
Nothing has had a strong visual identity since the Ear 1 were released in 2021 for $99 and challenged the notion that a highly featured headset requires a high price. The Ear 3A have the same transparent look as Nothing's previous earbuds, with a clear case and stem design accented by a solid-colored body - […] Nothing has had a strong visual identity since the Ear 1 were released in 2021 for $99 and challenged the notion that a highly featured headset requires a high price. The Ear 3A have the same transparent look as Nothing's previous earbuds, with a clear case and stem design accented by a solid-colored body - this time adding a striking pink alongside yellow, black, and white options. And Nothing continues to improve both ANC and audio performance. But the Ear 3A also share the buggy performance that has plagued Nothing earbuds. While $99 is an attractive price for them, be re
California
The Pink Pill Pipeline and the Online War Against Birth Control
How apolitical content online is radicalizing young women around reproductive rights.
Culture
The Simple Exercise Jennifer Aniston Won’t Skip, Even on Vacation
Aboard a yacht with boyfriend Jim Curtis, Courteney Cox, and Pedro Pascal off the coast of Mallorca, Jennifer Aniston made time for a quick workout.
Technology
The Swimwear Trends Taking Over From Beach to Poolside
From sporty styles to swimwear with beaded accents, WWD highlights the four biggest swimwear trends of summer 2026.
Technology
The U.S. wants Asia to use its AI — but China dominates cheaper models
The world's largest continent is becoming the center of the artificial intelligence race between the U.S. and China.
Technology
The US government just banned Roombas
When the Trump administration announced yesterday that it was banning "advanced robotic devices" from entering the United States, the headlines were all about humanoids. But spying doesn't require legs - and neither does the FCC's robot ban. The robot ban will sweep up robot vacuum cleaners too, FCC media relations director Katie Gorscak confirms to […] When the Trump administration announced yesterday that it was banning "advanced robotic devices" from entering the United States , the headlines were all about humanoids . But spying doesn't require legs - and neither does the FCC's robot ban. The robot ban will sweep up robot vacuum cleaners too , FCC media relations director Katie Gorscak confirms to The Verge. It's not coming for your existing Roomba, and companies can keep importing and selling already approved ones. But the government claims that future foreign robots pose a na
Markets
The Ups and Downs of Dating a Man in Finance
Olivia Rodrigo and Nicole Kidman are making private equity boyfriends cool this summer. Here are a few things to know before seeking out your own.
Bay Area
The Valkyries’ trade deadline dilemma: Go for it now, or keep building for the future?
Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum could be available, but Golden State may not want to part with young talent in exchange for a pending free agent.
Bay Area
The best events this week, from Jerry Day to the World Dog Surfing Championships
Plus, a Charli XCX-themed block party, a street fair in Japantown, and Bay Day at the Exploratorium.
Technology
The campaign against Fauci and what brought him back before Congress
Dr. Anthony Fauci helped lead the White House pandemic response for Presidents Trump and Biden and is now retired from government service. He appeared under congressional subpoena and invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than 100 times during questioning. Amna Nawaz discussed the hearing and Fauci's legacy with Katherine Wu, who wrote "The Unmaking of Anthony Fauci" for The Atlantic.
Markets
The dollar’s rally matters — but it still won’t help Fed’s Warsh win the inflation fight
A strong dollar is doing far less for the fight against inflation than might be expected.
Bay Area
The impossible life of a mayonnaise hater
It’s the backbone of sandwiches, sauces, and salad dressings. For devoted haters, that’s exactly the problem.
California
The question on Southern Californians’ minds: So it’s humid here now?
A confluence of weather patterns here at home and across the Pacific Ocean is funneling sticky air to Southern California.
California
The week's bestselling books, August 2
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.
California
Therapist groomed, sexually abused teen boy she met in juvenile detention, prosecutors say
Prosecutors in Contra Costa County have charged the former behavioral health clinician with multiple felony counts.
Bay Area
These Peers Provided Alternative 911 Responders. San Francisco Is Removing Them
Advocates say the decision is a regressive step in the city’s approach to mental and behavioral health crises.
Markets
Think a 1% advisory fee sounds cheap? It is actually eating 15% of your investment returns.
Investing legend Charles Ellis says that most stock pickers are playing a “loser’s game.”
Culture
Three Chords And The Truth About Lies In Country Music
In this week's Country Update lead story, songwriters break down deceit in their lyrics.
Technology
Tim Cook’s last earnings call comes at momentous time for Apple with stock at record
Apple just hit a $5 trillion market cap for the first time, but CEO Tim Cook still has plenty of concerns to address on his final earnings call at the helm.
Bay Area
Tokyo chef opens Ezo Omakase in Santa Clara
Silicon Valley has no shortage of omakase restaurants, but newcomer Ezo Omakase aims to stand out from the competition with traditional Edomae-style offerings.
Bay Area
Tokyo chef opens Ezo Omakase in Santa Clara
Silicon Valley has no shortage of omakase restaurants, but newcomer Ezo Omakase aims to stand out from the competition with traditional Edomae-style offerings.
Bay Area
Tokyo chef opens Ezo Omakase in Santa Clara
Silicon Valley has no shortage of omakase restaurants, but newcomer Ezo Omakase aims to stand out from the competition with traditional Edomae-style offerings.
Bay Area
Tokyo chef opens Ezo Omakase in Santa Clara
Silicon Valley has no shortage of omakase restaurants, but newcomer Ezo Omakase aims to stand out from the competition with traditional Edomae-style offerings.
Technology
Tony Iommi Announces First Solo Album in 21 Years
The longtime Black Sabbath guitarist’s From the Dark drops October 23
Technology
Trace Adkins Explains Why He Forgives His Ex-Wife for Shooting & Nearly Killing Him
"Yeah, that took it a little far, I thought," the country star joked of the 1994 incident.
Science
Trump Has Quietly Throttled an Agency Devoted to the Safety of American Healthcare
Congress appropriated $345 million for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality for the 2026 fiscal year, but the agency has spent less than $15 million on grants. AHRQ hasn’t issued a new one in over a year.
News
Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
President Donald Trump and his administration are asking the Supreme Court to dismiss an $83 million defamation verdict won by writer E
Technology
Trump says U.S. will give Iran a 'beating' after surprise attack
Centcom in a post on X said that the attack originated from Iran, but all missiles were intercepted.
California
Trump wants to honor teen lifeguard after dramatic rescue of boy from Santa Cruz surf
President Donald Trump said Tuesday in a social media post that he wants to invite and honor a teen lifeguard at the White House after he rescued a boy from rough surf in Santa Cruz over the weekend. The rescue occurred Saturday at Seabright State Beach and was captured on video by a bystander, showing […] The post Trump wants to honor teen lifeguard after dramatic rescue of boy from Santa Cruz surf appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Trump, DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83.3M defamation award to E. Jean Carroll
The Supreme Court recently rejected President Donald Trump's bid to hear his appeal of another $5 million verdict in favor of Carroll.
Markets
Two Killed in ‘Extensive’ Flash Flooding in West Virginia
Two people have died in flash floods caused by torrential rains in West Virginia last week, the governor’s office said. An emailed statement from Lars Dalseide, communications director for Gov. Patrick Morrisey, did not provide details on where the bodies …
Technology
Two rival AI super PACs are backing the same congressman. What gives?
The artificial-intelligence industry is following in the crypto sector’s footsteps in working to influence elections.
California
UC Berkeley’s language archive breathes new life into endangered Indigenous languages
THE CALIFORNIA LANGUAGE ARCHIVE is the largest, most comprehensive physical and digital collection of records of Indigenous language materials in North America. Housed in the Department of Linguistics at the University of California, Berkeley, the archive has preserved California’s dying Indigenous languages since 1949. It has built its records through dialect surveys and donations for […] The post UC Berkeley’s language archive breathes new life into endangered Indigenous languages appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
UC accepts record number of Californians, but some select campuses out of reach for most
UC admissions data for fall 2026 show a record number of Californians were admitted, even as acceptance rates diverged sharply between its most and least selective campuses.
Markets
US markets mixed ahead of Fed decision and oil prices jump as Middle East violence flares
Markets on Wall Street were mixed before the opening bell and oil prices jumped more than 4% after Jordan and the U.S. knocked down another Iranian barrage launched against American forces in the Middle East
Technology
US-Iran conflict enters new phase as Saudi Arabia helps hit proxies and diplomacy stalls again
The stop-start fighting between the United States and Iran appears to have entered a new phase as Saudi Arabia has publicly joined military escalations against Tehran-backed proxies
Technology
Ukraine has found a new pressure point in Russia’s wartime economy
Ukraine's drone attacks on Russia's biggest online retailer Wildberries have ratcheted up the pressure on Moscow's wartime economy.
Technology
Ukraine says it hits 2 major Russian oil refineries hours after Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump
Ukrainian forces hit two of Russia's biggest oil refineries overnight in its latest long-range strikes, officials said Wednesday, as Kyiv deepened its economic, military and diplomatic pressure on Moscow.
Bay Area
Un juez envió a un médico a evaluar el centro de detención de ICE más grande de California. Esto fue lo que encontró
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Según un informe de un supervisor independiente, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos no está proporcionando atención médica adecuada en un nuevo centro de detención en California City, […]
Bay Area
Un juez envió a un médico a evaluar el centro de detención de ICE más grande de California. Esto fue lo que encontró
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Según un informe de un supervisor independiente, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos no está proporcionando atención médica adecuada en un nuevo centro de detención en California City, […]
California
Un juez envió a un médico a evaluar el centro de detención de ICE más grande de California. Esto fue lo que encontró
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Según un informe de un supervisor independiente, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos no está proporcionando atención médica adecuada en un nuevo centro de detención en California City, […]
California
Un juez envió a un médico a evaluar el centro de detención de ICE más grande de California. Esto fue lo que encontró
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Según un informe de un supervisor independiente, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos no está proporcionando atención médica adecuada en un nuevo centro de detención en California City, […]
California
Un juez envió a un médico a evaluar el centro de detención de ICE más grande de California. Esto fue lo que encontró
El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas abrió rápidamente un nuevo centro de detención en una antigua prisión estatal de California el año pasado. Los detenidos ahora han presentado una demanda por falta de acceso a la atención médica.
Science
Uninsured but Undaunted, a Surgical Patient Searched the Globe for a Deal
When surgery became unavoidable, a man with no insurance shopped around for the best price for a hernia repair — and saved thousands by traveling out of state.
Markets
Unique Peninsula properties on the market: 1930s cabin, historic apartments, ranch estate with English pub
Before the 6-acre property off Moore Road in Woodside Heights became home to a Monterey Colonial estate, it was part of San Francisco coal dealer John J. Moore’s 75-acre country ranch. Today, it’s just one of several distinctive Peninsula properties with unusual histories and architecture currently on the market
Bay Area
Unique Peninsula properties on the market: 1930s cabin, historic apartments, ranch estate with English pub
Before the 6-acre property off Moore Road in Woodside Heights became home to a Monterey Colonial estate, it was part of San Francisco coal dealer John J. Moore’s 75-acre country ranch. Today, it’s just one of several distinctive Peninsula properties with unusual histories and architecture currently on the market
Bay Area
Unique Peninsula properties on the market: 1930s cabin, historic apartments, ranch estate with English pub
Before the 6-acre property off Moore Road in Woodside Heights became home to a Monterey Colonial estate, it was part of San Francisco coal dealer John J. Moore’s 75-acre country ranch. Today, it’s just one of several distinctive Peninsula properties with unusual histories and architecture currently on the market
Markets
Unique Peninsula properties on the market: 1930s cabin, historic apartments, ranch estate with English pub
Before the 6-acre property off Moore Road in Woodside Heights became home to a Monterey Colonial estate, it was part of San Francisco coal dealer John J. Moore’s 75-acre country ranch. Today, it’s just one of several distinctive Peninsula properties with unusual histories and architecture currently on the market
Technology
Unpacking the Growth of Give Back Beauty
Founder Corrado Brondi sat down with WWD to outline the evolution and next strategies of the beauty group, which grew tenfold over the last five years and is poised to hit the 450-million-euro milestone in sales in 2026.
Markets
Utica National Teams Up With NFL’s Buffalo Bills
Utica National Insurance Group announced a partnership with the National Football League’s Buffalo Bills. Utica will become the “official home, auto, and business insurance partner” of the team. As the football season approaches, Utica National said it will roll out …
Technology
VF Corp.’s Q1 Shows 1% Sales Increase, Excluding Dickies
The company’s Vans business continued to decline with a 8 percent drop, driven by global wholesale sales.
Markets
Ventura County DA Gets $900,000 to Combat Workers’ Comp Fraud
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office was awarded $898,840 from to investigate prosecute workers’ compensation fraud for the fiscal year. The grant, awarded through the California Department of Insurance, funds the DA’S Workers’ Compensation Fraud Unit. The unit includes prosecutors, …
Markets
Verisk Buys McKenzie Intelligence Services, a UK-Based Catastrophe Analysis Firm
Verisk, the data analytics and technology firm, announced it has acquired UK-based McKenzie Intelligence Services (MIS), a geospatial intelligence and event response company that specializes in global real-time catastrophe and conflict event analysis. Financial details of the transaction, which was …
Science
Viewpoint: French Climate Lawsuit Offers Window Into Next Round of Global Legal Fight
A recent decision by a French court requires a major European oil and gas company to report not only its own climate-warming emissions and those of its contractors but also those of its customers, who burn the oil and petroleum …
California
Viral California teen lifeguard rescue captures nation's awe. 'Perfect person you'd want out there'
A 16-year-old lifeguard in his first summer on the job helped rescue a child from pounding waves in Santa Cruz. His efforts drew widespread praise from California to the White House.
California
Visa and other California companies announce almost another 3,000 layoffs
Visa, Uber, Patreon and Intel announced more than 2,800 layoffs in the Bay Area, from Santa Clara engineering hubs to San Francisco offices, citing restructurings, automation and shifting business priorities.
Technology
Visions of Tomorrow: Fashion Has a ‘Square Wheel’ Problem
At Sourcing Journal’s Visions of Tomorrow event, Unspun and Eileen Fisher spoke about why innovation matters and how circular fashion depends on trust, from consumers to manufacturers.
News
WATCH LIVE: Fauci invokes 5th Amendment in GOP-led hearing about COVID-19 origins
Dr. Anthony Fauci was set to answer lawmakers' questions after being subpoenaed by Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky, who has long had a fraught relationship with the now-retired infectious-disease expert and led the charge seeking that he testify, again, under oath about his role in containing the pandemic.
News
WATCH: Fauci invokes 5th Amendment, declining to answer questions in GOP-led hearing on COVID-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci described Sen. Rand Paul as having an "unhinged obsession" with him and said "any reasonable person" would come to the same conclusion about refusing to answer the committee's questions.
Technology
WATCH: Fed chair Warsh holds news conference after leaving interest rate unchanged
The Federal Reserve left its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday despite persistently high inflation and a spike in energy prices caused by the Iran war.
News
WATCH: Sen. Lindsey Graham returns home for South Carolina funeral
Friends remembered him as someone who never stopped working for the state he loved.
News
WATCH: Sen. Paul says he will hold a contempt vote after Fauci invokes 5th Amendment
Through the hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions, citing Sen. Rand Paul's previous comments about wanting to incarcerate him.
Technology
WATCH: Trump, Duffy announce $22.5 billion Dulles Airport renovation
President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a $22.5 billion renovation of Washington Dulles International Airport that will end the use of the widely disliked "people movers," the mobile lounges that have been used for decades to shuttle travelers to and from the main terminal.
Technology
Warren probes Pentagon program to hire highly paid private sector workers
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., said she is concerned about a Pentagon program to pay high salaries to Wall Street recruits.
California
Waymo's noisy Santa Monica charging stations ordered to close overnight — for now
A judge ordered Waymo to stop overnight use of Santa Monica charging stations following complaints that the autonomous vehicle company's round-the-clock operation is besieging nearby residents with noise, light and traffic.
California
West Hollywood wants ‘coyote condo’ owner to take immediate action
It comes after complaints from residents about a pack of coyotes at an unfinished construction site.
California
Westlake Theatre, a grand L.A. movie palace, could come back from the dead
Armed with flashlights, dozens of community members stepped into the darkened Westlake Theatre, sidestepping puddles and broken glass as they imagined what the century-old movie palace could become.
Culture
We’re All on a Mediterranean Beauty Diet This Summer. Here’s Why
Mediterranean beauty brands are uniquely poised to benefit from the touch grass movement, with shoppers actively seeking natural, anti-inflammatory ingredients and minimalist routines.
Technology
We’re running out of reasons to ignore AI safety
Earlier this month, OpenAI gave several of its AI models a task: complete a test designed to measure their cybersecurity capabilities. It put the systems in a sandboxed environment without an internet connection and set them off to work. What happened next is almost laughably silly - but also, as Adam Gleave, cofounder and CEO […] Earlier this month, OpenAI gave several of its AI models a task: complete a test designed to measure their cybersecurity capabilities. It put the systems in a sandboxed environment without an internet connection and set them off to work. What happened next is almost laughably silly - but also, as Adam Gleave, cofounder and CEO of AI safety organization FAR.AI, put it, "a visceral example of how misaligned AI could cause harm." According to OpenAI, the models escaped the sandbox meant to contain them, moved through the company's internal systems, found a r
Bay Area
What Ricky Pearsall’s setback means for the 49ers’ offense
Rookie De’Zhaun Stribling has impressed at training camp. The 49ers might need him to contribute a lot more than they anticipated if Pearsall remains sidelined.
Bay Area
What Silicon Valley gets wrong about AI
AI devotees in SF are convinced that smarter models solve everything. Medicine — and the seven years and $1 billion it takes to get a drug approved — says otherwise.
Technology
What happens when you put AI to work deciphering lost languages?
AI is fantastic at spotting patterns, but human insight is the key.
Technology
What’s Coming to Tubi in August 2026
Tubi is expanding its 2026 rollout with a wide range of film and TV titles arriving throughout August. The free, ad-supported streamer is adding hundreds of movies and series spanning various genres, from action-packed blockbusters and popular romantic comedies to arthouse dramas and chilling horror flicks. Highlights this month include “Problemista” starring Julio Torres and […]
California
What’s in your drinking water? Activists want tests for microplastics
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed new standards for monitoring the potential contaminants in our drinking water. Here’s how you can weigh in.
Technology
What’s the catch with the Apple Upgrade program?
Apple's new Upgrade program is here, allowing you to lease select models of iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Watches with a relatively low monthly payment. The company promises you won't pay more than the full price of the device over the course of the one- to three-year lease, and in some cases, you'll pay hundreds of […] Apple's new Upgrade program is here, allowing you to lease select models of iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Watches with a relatively low monthly payment. The company promises you won't pay more than the full price of the device over the course of the one- to three-year lease, and in some cases, you'll pay hundreds of dollars less. The basics of the program make it sound like an amazing deal… so surely there must be a catch, right? The answer basically depends on how you use the Upgrade Program. At least with current pricing, a diligent user really should be able to make a mo
California
White House admits it used keywords to kill billions worth of California research grants
Federal agencies that terminated more than a thousand research grants at the University of California last year admitted that they used keywords related to diversity, gender, vaccine hesitancy and COVID-19 to screen for projects that ran afoul of the Trump administration’s priorities.  It’s an admission that lawyers for the research professors say is proof that the agencies […] The post White House admits it used keywords to kill billions worth of California research grants appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Who wins and who loses after US bans foreign robots?
Government ban on foreign-made robots may hinder instead of help US robotics.
Technology
Why America's super rich have embraced the appeal of British soccer teams
American investors now control more than half the Premier League. CNBC examines why U.K. soccer clubs have become attractive long-term assets.
Markets
Why Brokerages Are Adding Workflow Layers Without Replacing Their AMS
The data is in the system. The work is still in email. Here is why that gap persists and what actually closes it. Most brokerages running a well-configured AMS have the same experience. The system holds years of policy data, …
Technology
Why This Nashville Indie-Rock Band Is Singing About ‘Jane Fonda’
Lombardy are helping foster Music City’s indie scene with irreverent songs and an unpredictable live show
Culture
Why Yes, Red Is a Neutral!
Feel free to disagree, but red can be paired with just about anything—whether brown, pink, or even green.
Culture
Why Zendaya, Tom Holland, and I Love This Restaurant-Tracking App
What you need to know about Beli, the social restaurant-tracking and ranking app that’s guiding the newlyweds on a culinary odyssey.
California
Why confide in AI? Teens open up on why they trust chatbots
Why turn to artificial intelligence rather than a friend? For young people, it often comes down to not having to worry about what a peer or a parent thinks. That’s one takeaway from a new report by San Francisco-based Hopelab and the Harvard Graduate School of Education, which surveyed 30 people between 14 and 22 […]
Technology
Why shareholders are suing Novo Nordisk over next-generation weight-loss drug
Investors claim Novo Nordisk misled the market about CagriSema's tolerability, after disappointing clinical trial results wiped billions off its market cap.
Markets
Why the USO oil ETF is a better buy than crude futures as the Iran war rages
The United States Oil Fund has climbed by 58% since the start of the Iran war, more than double the gain of WTI crude futures.
Technology
Wildfires are more extreme in Europe and North America
Experts say the world is experiencing two opposing fire trends because of human impact
Technology
Willie Nelson Lashes Out at AI Data Center Construction in Texas: ‘Loud, Water-Thieving, Light Polluting’
The country icon is concerned that the water and energy-swallowing centers are an existential threat to his hometown of Abbott, Texas.
Technology
Willie Nelson Voices Concern About ‘Data Centers Invading Our Land’
"The strength of rural America has never come from big industrial footprints," the musician wrote. "It comes from generations of people, open spaces, local businesses, and a connection to the land"
News
Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
Bay Area
Woman rescued after falling into deadly Kern River
Kern River has previously been called the deadliest river in America.
Technology
World Cup Boycott Proposed as Opposition to Controversial FIFA Private Investment Plan Grows
Opposition is growing in the soccer world to a plan by the sport’s governing body, FIFA, to spin off its events, principally the World Cup, as a separate commercial entity and invite investors to take a stake in it. The new company, FIFA Forward Enterprise, has been valued at about $20 billion. FIFA would seek […]
Technology
Xbox outage shouldn’t have affected games on disc, Microsoft confirms
After the recent Xbox outage even blocked people from playing offline disc-based console games, Microsoft is trying to soothe concerns that you don't truly own anything under Xbox's license system. In a statement to The Verge, Xbox technology chief Scott Van Vliet says that while physical game discs are subject to licensing inspections, that shouldn't […] After the recent Xbox outage even blocked people from playing offline disc-based console games, Microsoft is trying to soothe concerns that you don't truly own anything under Xbox's license system. In a statement to The Verge , Xbox technology chief Scott Van Vliet says that while physical game discs are subject to licensing inspections, that shouldn't have prevented them from working during this week's outage, or while consoles are offline. "We're looking into reports that some players were unable to access games using discs as e
Technology
Xbox revenue drops 10 percent as Microsoft’s cloud and AI business surges
Xbox is having yet another tough quarter, as revenue from content and services like its Game Pass subscription dipped 10 percent over the past few months. At the same time, Xbox hardware sales declined 13 percent, according to Microsoft's fourth-quarter earnings report released on Wednesday. The news comes just weeks after Xbox head Asha Sharma […] Xbox is having yet another tough quarter, as revenue from content and services like its Game Pass subscription dipped 10 percent over the past few months. At the same time, Xbox hardware sales declined 13 percent, according to Microsoft's fourth-quarter earnings report released on Wednesday. The news comes just weeks after Xbox head Asha Sharma announced a "reset" plan for Xbox that included sweeping layoffs and the spinoff of four games studios, including South of Midnight developer Compulsion Games and Psychonauts creator Double Fine P
Technology
YES Network, MSG Networks to exit Gotham app for DAZN streaming service
The regional sports networks that air games for local New York and New Jersey teams, including MLB's Yankees and NHL's Rangers, will have a new streaming home.
Technology
YES, MSG Networks Will Move Streaming Sports to DAZN
The streaming rights to many of New York’s sports teams are traveling. MSG Networks and YES Network struck a new partnership that will make DAZN the exclusive direct-to-consumer streaming home of those properties during the 2026-2027 NBA and NHL seasons, a move that seems poised to end a digital joint venture between the two New […]
Technology
Yemen’s Houthis Consider Imposing Fees on Ships Sailing Through Red Sea: Sources
Yemen’s Houthi group is considering imposing fees on commercial ships sailing through the southern Red Sea, a week after declaring a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, regional sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters. The Iran-aligned Houthis on July …
Technology
Yet more qubit tech: New quantum dot options, diamond vacancies
Companies are making sure we have a surplus of options for building qubits.
Culture
Yoshitomo Nara’s First Show with David Zwirner Slated for October in New York
The show will take over the gallery's spaces on 19th and 20th Streets.
California
You know him from 'S— My Dad Says.' Now, his sardonic debut novel is here
Before his viral Twitter feed launched him into a successful Hollywood career, a painful Little League error taught a 12-year-old Justin Halpern a lesson about passion that echoes through his new book.
California
You think escaping a Cyclops is hard? Try outwitting a giant cave shark in 'The Devil's Mouth'
'The Odyssey' meets 'Shark Week' in Amazon Prime Video's 'The Devil's Mouth': the ultimate travel horror tale.
California
Young Californians cite cost of living, distrust as top concerns, new poll finds
Faith that the government will meet their needs is fading among young Californians. That’s according to a new poll presented Wednesday by Power California that points to what could sway this generation of voters in the 2026 midterms. The virtual presentation was led by Saa’un Bell, executive vice president of Power California, a statewide civic […] The post Young Californians cite cost of living, distrust as top concerns, new poll finds appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Zendaya Is a ‘Jewel in Motion’ in Tamara Ralph Couture
The actress attended the "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" London premiere on Wednesday.
Culture
Zendaya on Beauty, Nostalgia, and the One Wellness Trend She Just Won’t Try
The actor sat down with 'Vogue' to chat about her whirlwind year, including a new partnership with Prada Beauty.
Technology
xAI’s last-minute scramble to stop Minnesota’s anti-nudification app law
xAI is suing Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over a law passed back in May that broadly targets "nudification" apps, claiming that the statute's punitive provisions leave the company with "no practical choice but to restrict Grok Imagine's image-editing features in various ways." The law, the company argues, violates the First Amendment. Back in January, […] xAI is suing Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over a law passed back in May that broadly targets "nudification" apps, claiming that the statute's punitive provisions leave the company with "no practical choice but to restrict Grok Imagine's image-editing features in various ways." The law, the company argues, violates the First Amendment. Back in January, Grok flooded the internet with millions of sexually explicit deepfakes , including images of minors . In another era, a content moderation disaster of this ma
Technology
‘A Star Is Born’ Producer Lynette Howell Taylor Re-Elected Academy President
Lynette Howell Taylor has been reelected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, beginning a second consecutive term as the organization moves toward its 100th anniversary. Also elected to the 2026-2027 officer positions by the Board are: Lesley Barber (Music Branch), chair of the Membership Committee; David Dinerstein (Marketing and Public Relations […]
Bay Area
‘AI for good’: Oakland youth showcase AI-powered apps to tackle community issues
A group of young Black men and boys last week showcased AI-powered apps they created over the summer at the Kapor Center in Oakland. The apps address common community issues in Oakland, including substance abuse, fear of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and lack of employment opportunities. The inaugural event held Friday aims to inspire […] The post ‘AI for good’: Oakland youth showcase AI-powered apps to tackle community issues appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘American Idol’ Renewed for Season 25 With Auditions Kicking Off in August
“American Idol” has been renewed for Season 25. Auditions for the singing competition series will kick off on Aug. 25 with the virtual nationwide search “Idol Across America,” taking place in all 50 states plus Washington, D.C. This first round of auditions will be with “American Idol” producers, who will then pass contestants on to […]
Technology
‘An Angelic Presence’: Bruce Springsteen, Bono, Wilco’s Nels Cline Pay Tribute to Glen Hansard
Finneas, Cat Power, Rachel Zegler, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Warren Ellis remember the Irish musician who died Wednesday
Technology
‘As Light as Air’ Is a Hypnotic Experimental Doc About Collective Ecstasy in a City in Pakistan (Locarno Trailer)
Umair Bilal's debut feature, premiering in the Locarno Critics' Week lineup, dives into spiritual life in Sehwan, Pakistan, a Sufi city where people "surrender themselves to a shared state of trance."
Technology
‘Bloody Tennis,’ Tunisian Horror and a Surgeon With Kleptomania: Quirky Films at Locarno
Two fairy tales and a movie using scant dialogue that is inspired by the director's childhood experience of German reunification are also among the more offbeat-sounding offerings at the Swiss festival.
Technology
‘Chad Powers’ Reveals Return Date and Season 2 First-Look Photos
Glen Powell's got a real Leatherface thing going this time.
Technology
‘Chicago Fire’ Star Joe Miñoso to Leave Series After 15 Seasons
Joe Miñoso is leaving “Chicago Fire” after 15 seasons, a source confirms to Variety. The actor has played firefighter Joe Cruz on the NBC drama series since Season 1. He will appear in a handful of episodes in the show’s upcoming 15th season to wrap up his character arc. Miñoso appeared in the pilot of […]
Technology
‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Author Tomi Adeyemi Left Film’s Set ‘Sobbing,’ Calls It the ‘Worst Thing I’ve Had to Live Through’ and ‘I Never Want to Hear About It Again’
Tomi Adeyemi, author of the novel “Children of Blood and Bone,” said the upcoming Paramount film adaptation of her book was “the worst thing I have ever had to live through” and “I never want to hear about this project again” in a five-minute video posted on Wednesday. Adeyemi, who co-wrote the screenplay for the […]
Technology
‘Game of Thrones’ Play ‘The Mad King’ First Preview Gets Standing Ovation After Cancellations
“Game of Thrones” play “The Mad King” finally launched previews Tuesday night after cancelling its first week of performances. The first ever run-through of the HBO/Royal Shakespeare Company co-production, which takes place before the events in HBO’s “Game of Thrones” series, earned a standing ovation from the enraptured audience. Addressing the crowd ahead of the […]
Technology
‘Jumanji: Open World’ Trailer Takes Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart Out of the Console
Director Jake Kasdan returns to close out the trilogy with the film that Sony releases later this year.
Technology
‘Jumanji: Open World’ Trailer: Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart and Jack Black Return for Third and Final Movie
Sony has unveiled the trailer for the third entry in the “Jumanji” franchise, titled “Jumanji: Open World.” The teaser offers fans their first glimpse of the returning ensemble cast, including Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan. The third film follows the global success of 2017’s “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and 2019’s […]
Technology
‘Love Island USA’ Cast Member TJ Palma Signs With CAA (Exclusive)
The fan-favorite Islander appeared on season 7 of the popular Peacock reality series and more recently on ‘Love Island: Beyond The Villa.’
Markets
‘Love Island USA’ winners are spending their $100,000 prize money in a very relatable way
Trinity Tatum and Bryce Alakai aren’t spending their reality-TV winnings on shopping sprees just yet.
Markets
‘Nothing seems to shake this market.’ Why it’s time to go all-in on stocks, according to these bullish strategists.
Strategists at the bank, led by Max Kettner, are betting on equities as they have remained resilient despite geopolitical volatility and pullbacks in the technology sector.
Technology
‘Star Wars’ On-Set Visual Effects Workers Unionize
Staffers on ‘Ahsoka’ and ‘Starfighter’ are joining IATSE after demonstrating "overwhelming” support for the union.
Technology
‘The Devil’s Mouth’ Star Kathryn Newton on Scream Queen Bona Fides and ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
Her sixth (out of seven) horror films centers on college friends who unknowingly explore a shark-infested underwater cave.
Technology
‘The Gilded Age’ Star Ben Ahlers and Wesley Taylor Wrap Workplace Satire Short ‘Movin’ On Up’ (EXCLUSIVE)
“The Gilded Age” star Ben Ahlers and Wesley Taylor have wrapped production on ‘Movin’ On Up,’ a workplace satire short film directed by Jacob Wahba . Taylor (“Only Murders In The Building,” “Smash,” “Spongebob Squarepants: The Musical”) stars as a directionless white-collar worker who is catapulted up the corporate ladder. He lands in an “MGM […]
Culture
‘The Hardest Decision I’ve Ever Had to Make’: Megan Moroney Ends Denver Concert Early Due to Illness
“Megan is unable to continue her performance this evening due to illness, and we must end the show at this time," a statement reads.
Technology
‘The Man Will Burn’ and the Battle Beneath Burning Man’s Chaos
The four-part docuseries from filmmakers Jehane Noujaim and Vikram Gandhi uses five years of intimate access to ask what happens when an anti-institution becomes one.
Technology
‘The Rookie’ Star Eric Winter Reveals Cast Filmed Alternate Season 8 Ending in Case Show Was Canceled
The actor plays Tim Bradford in ABC's long-running police procedural.
Technology
‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Trailer: Michael B. Jordan Is a Globetrotting Gentleman Thief in Amazon MGM’s Heist Thriller
Third time’s the charm. Amazon MGM Studios has released the trailer for “The Thomas Crown Affair,” which will debut on March 5, 2027. The third take on the story of art thief Thomas Crown is the latest directorial effort from Michael B. Jordan, who puts a new spin on the titular billionaire’s heists. As Crown, […]
California
“Doesn’t matter how I’m homeless. How do I get un-homeless?”
Transitional housing program led by Housing Matters opens for referrals The post “Doesn’t matter how I’m homeless. How do I get un-homeless?” appeared first on Santa Cruz Local .