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Hazmat crews respond to Irvine home of teen whose science lab sparked FBI probe
Orange County authorities and the FBI responded Tuesday to a hazmat situation in the same Irvine neighborhood searched by federal agents in March after a teenager’s science experiment triggered a d…
Dem Senate hopeful pocketed massive taxpayer-funded cash while skipping hundreds of votes
Josh Turek, Paralympic gold medalist and Iowa Senate candidate, allegedly collected over $20,000 in per diem while missing 58.7% of his 2026 votes.
Judge rejects Justice Department's 'unreasonable' attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton County
Fulton County asked a judge to quash the subpoena, arguing it was meant to "target, harass and punish the President's perceived political opponents" and that it was "grossly over broad and untethered to any reasonable need."
ResMed to sell software business MatrixCare for $490 million
ResMed said on Tuesday it would sell its software business MatrixCare to private equity firm Frazier Healthcare Partners for $490 million in cash, as the health technology company sharpens its focus on sleep, breathing and home-based care.
Judge Quashes Justice Dept. Subpoena in 2020 Election Inquiry
The ruling cast serious doubts on the department’s efforts to reinvestigate the race, finding that it was too late to bring criminal charges in the case.
Meriden Business Owner Arrested After Worksite Visit, Officials Say
The business owner was arrested following an investigation by the CT Department of Labor and the Workers' Compensation Fraud Control Unit.
Philly records 7 heat-related deaths in July so far, health officials say
Seven heat-related deaths have been recorded in Philadelphia so far this month, the city's Department of Health said on Tuesday.
Which part of SpaceX's business has the greatest long-term potential?
As SpaceX (SPCX) joins the ranks of the Nasdaq 100 (^NDX) on Tuesday, Macquarie was among the Wall Street firms that initiated coverage on Elon Musk's space venture, coming out with an Outperform rating and a $250 price target on the stock. Macquarie US head of research on technology Paul Golding comes on Market Domination Overtime to talk about his latest note and the long-term opportunities he is seeing from certain parts of SpaceX.
Temple Health receives $700,000 grant for family support program
Temple Health has received a $700,000 grant to create a first-of-its-kind support program for parents and children during the earliest stages of life.
Local businesses evacuated after natural gas line breaks in Jacksonville’s San Marco neighborhood
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department are investigating a two-inch break in a natural gas line on Kings Avenue near Naugle Way in Jacksonville’s San Marco neighborhood.
Delaware Chancery Court to rule on Wilmington City Council’s bid to oust member who switched political parties
Council President Trippi Congo argues Councilman James Spadola vacated his seat by switching parties, which Spadola denies.
Materials science and engineering students gain hands-on experience as part of a national manufacturing competition
Five engineering students put their design and manufacturing skills to the test in the Steel Founders' Society of America's Cast in Steel competition. The first season of the organization's YouTube series premieres on July 9.
SUN: 4 beaches placed under health advisories in Anne Arundel County
Four beaches in Anne Arundel were placed under health advisories by the county’s Department of Health last week because of high bacteria levels.
Justice Department reaches another settlement with Trump adviser Michael Flynn
Former Trump adviser Michael Flynn has reached another settlement with the Justice Department — this time for over $38,000 in retirement funds the Army had withheld from the former general after officials found he earned money from speaking at an event tied to the Russian government in 2015.
Parents, here's how ESPN and Disney Jr. can help your kids access sports
ESPN's Take Back Sports and Disney Jr. Let's Play are teaming up with Every Kid Sports to cover sports registration fees for families with young kids.
Explaining The Comcast and NBCUniversal Divorce
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) I hope everyone had a happy Fourth of July in America, celebrating the country’s 250th birthday. Frankly, I am bummed the 250th wasn’t a bigger celebration, but that’s a different topic for a different Substack. While it was generally a quiet week on the entertainment/streaming/media business fronts, we still had some interesting news stories. Actually, that kinda undersells one of the stories, a huge, huge, huge divestment that could upend the entertainment landscape... So let’s get right to it. In today’s column, I’ll cover Comcast spinning off the rest of NBCUniversal, an entertainment company investing in an LLM company and an LLM-owner investing in a movie studio, the latest round of threats of digital tariffs, and more. Let’s dive in. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Most: Comcast/NBCU Breakup!!!! If I had to describe my reaction to Comcast spinning out NBCUniversal, it feels like a relationship ending, either breaking up or divorcing. Comcast’s decision to spin off the rest of NBCUniversal, after spinning off some of its cable assets into Versant last year, really does feel like a family breaking up under “irreconcilable differences”. Of my stereotypes of the entertainment moguls, my go-to for Comcast CEO Brian Roberts—heir to the Comcast fortune, but a man who’s been at the helm for 24 years now, and president for twelve years before that—is that he likes building empires. He cut his teeth acquiring cable rivals in the 1990s and tried to buy Disney repeatedly, then settled for NBCUniversal after a long court battle. (Contrast this with Rupert Murdoch, a man who also loved to buy, but would also sell when the price is right. Murdoch made Fox out of nothing, but then sold 20th Century Fox to Disney, arguably at the top of the market. So I understood why he sold.) But I don’t understand Roberts’ motivation to sell now. I have some explanations but no single, super-satisfying explanation. Strategically, it would just make more sense to have kept NBCUniversal in-house, especially for a one-time empire builder like Comcast. Yet one powerful force—arguably the decider in modern capitalism—likely overwhelmed all other considerations. At first, I thought I’d arrange my thoughts as a “Five Why” analysis, digging through each layer of the puzzle. But instead, I found myself asking, “But…why?” (And I only ended up with four sections.) So let’s look at Comcast from that angle. Then, at the end, I’ll give my biggest strategic recommendation for every company in Hollywood. It’s obvious, but sometimes, the obvious strategy is the most ignored. But…Why? The Stock Market, Conglomerations, and Sum of the Parts Analysis We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… Why Comcast could never get a “tech company” valuation The not-so-secret motivation for Comcast What Versant has to do with all of this The key strategic advice I think every entertainment exec should follow (though it’s really obvious) Some big AI investment news… Whether we’ll see digital tariffs… And more… ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support.
Roads partially shut down after Clarksville business catches fire
The fire happened at the Stop & Shop Market at the corner of Woodmont Boulevard and Greenwood Avenue.
VA’s top health administrator departs post, temporary replacement named
Dr. Lee Payne, a retired Air Force major general and physician, will serve as acting under secretary, according to VA officials.
After Supreme Court Ruling, CT Republicans Renew Push For Ban On Transgender Athletes In School Sports
Legislative Republicans are preparing for another attempt to ban transgender athletes from girls sports in Connecticut, this time with the backing of the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled last week that states could regulate gender identity in sports and could ban transgender athletes from competing in girls sports.
BIW breaks ground on new parking garage
Bath traffic can be a nightmare during shipyard shift change. A new parking garage may help.
Ongoing Maternity Care Innovations in California: California Rural Health Transformation (CalRHT) Program
This blog post is part of an NHeLP series about current initiatives to improve maternity care in California. The first blog post is on the California Department of Health Care Services Birthing Care Pathway. The second blog post is on California’s Transforming Maternal Health Model. This, the third and final blog post, is on the California Rural Health Transformation Program. […]
Ongoing Maternity Care Innovations in California: Birthing Care Pathway
This blog post is part of an NHeLP series about current initiatives to improve maternity care in California. This blog post, the first, is on the California Department of Health Care Services Birthing Care Pathway. The second blog post is on California’s Transforming Maternal Health Model. The third and final blog post is on the California Rural Health Transformation Program. […]
Spring Lake businesses district fire impacts two shops
Spring Lake Fire Department units arrived to find three floors of a building on Third Avenue on fire, and they saved two shops from total devastation.
Analyzing Argentina's Historic Comeback vs. Egypt From A Betting Perspective
How does Argentina's improbable comeback compare to other miraculous comebacks in sports from a live betting perspective?
London Business School Lands £25M Gift, Matching Its Largest Since 2013
London Business School has received a £25 million gift from David and Molly Pyott to rename its North Building at Sussex Place and fund MBA scholarships.
Sports World Reacts To Argentina Comeback: Tom Brady Makes 28-3 Comparison
Tom Brady might be ready to crown a new greatest single-game comeback in sports history.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Cases rise to over 700 in Michigan, 36 reported hospitalizations
A parasite outbreak continues to rapidly rise in Michigan, with state health officials reporting more than 700 cases.
Foldable iPhone Ultra vs. iPad: How their screens reportedly compare
When opened, the foldable iPhone may scratch users' iPad itch too.
Netflix Partners With Variety, THR, Vanity Fair and More in Video Deal to ‘Deepen Fandom’
Netflix is licensing video programming from Penske Media brands, Condé Nast, Hearst, and other publishers as it bolsters its content lineup.
Illinois health department reports "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases
The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting a "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state amid outbreaks in other states nationwide.
Major League Baseball announces entertainment lineup for the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia
Major League Baseball today announced the entertainment lineup for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard. Emmy, Grammy, Tony and Oscar winning artist Jennifer Hudson and GRAMMY winner Patti LaBelle will bookend the pregame festivities on Tuesday, July 14th, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, delivering special musical performances.
Dynasty Entertainment LLC Presents Country Legends in Concert
DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 7, 2026) — Dynasty Entertainment LLC is thrilled to announce Country Legends in Concert Starring T G Sheppard and David Frizzell at the Adler Theatre on October 21, 2026; the
Google announces August 12 event for Pixel 11 and Pixel Watch 5
Made by Google 2026 is officially taking place on Wednesday, August 12. This is a week earlier compared to last year...
Analysis | What Graham Platner’s rise and unraveling reveal about the politics of 2026
In their rush to find a strong candidate to run again Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), Democrats should have more thoroughly vetted their party's nominee.
'Time was speeding up, slowing down, or even stopping': Physicist demonstrates a key theory of time by building a 'mini-universe' in his lab
By ignoring part of his own experiment, a physicist coaxed time to emerge from within a closed quantum system.
‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Parasite Surges In Michigan, At Least 3 More States As Officials Investigate
Infections with cyclospora, a parasite that spreads through raw produce and causes severe “explosive” diarrhea, are on the rise in multiple states.
CCST Launches California AI Science Residency Program on Frontier AI Safety with Appointment of First AI Science Advisors to the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services and Department of Technology - California Council on Science & Technology (CCST)
CCST's two inaugural AI Science Advisors were placed at the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the California Department of Technology (CDT) to advise on frontier AI safety.
Doom developer id reportedly cut in half as part of Xbox layoffs
A legendary studio is losing a lot of staff.
Gotham FC team to move to Etihad Park
The 25,000-capacity space is set to open next year.
Workforce Trends in Public Health Preparedness
Learn about ongoing changes to the public health preparedness workforce and how to best support these workers.
Shut Those Laptops! Anthropic Puts Its Claude Cowork Agent on Your Phone
Claude Cowork now keeps working on tasks even after you close your laptop. It’s part of a larger push toward smartphone-controlled agents.
The New Era of College Athletics Has Gone a Bridge Too Far
Author: Matthew J Williams1 1Department of Education, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, Wise, VA, USA Matthew J. Williams D.S.M., M.B.A., M.S., is an Associate Professor of…
Men’s average testosterone levels have halved in last 50 years, say scientists
Exclusive: Researchers warn of ‘major crisis in male reproductive health’ partly driven by obesity and diabetes
15 arrested for breaking into Gwinnett County entertainment parks, police say
Fifteen young people have been arrested after they allegedly broke into several entertainment parks in Gwinnett County as part of a social media trend, according to police.
New York Life Foundation Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to Expand Youth Sports Access Nationwide
$3.2M “Coaching the Future” initiative strengthens coaching, expands access and builds lasting community infrastructure
I got ice-cream cake at Baskin-Robbins, Cold Stone, Dairy Queen: Winner
I purchased a custom ice-cream cake from chains Dairy Queen, Baskin-Robbins, and Cold Stone Creamery to find the best place to order from for a party.
Sources: Big 12 strikes landmark Monster deal featuring jersey patches, field logos
The Big 12 finalized a multiyear deal worth around $20 million annually making Monster the entitlement partner of its football and basketball regular seasons.
Duke Health’s Jonathan Posner named System Psychiatrist-in-Chief and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
"I have been struck by the quality of the faculty, the strength of the institution, and the genuine warmth of the Vanderbilt community. I am thrilled to be joining Vanderbilt Health and look forward to the work ahead."
Businesses face new trade headwinds as US deficit widens
The U.S. trade deficit in goods and services widened significantly in May, reaching $77.6 billion, as imports increased while exports declined, The New York Times reports. According to the Commerce Department, exports fell 3.2% to $317.7 billion, while imports rose 3.3% to $395.3 billion. The rise in imports was driven largely by strong demand for […]
Jesse Thaler named director of the Laboratory for Nuclear Science
Jesse Thaler has been named director of the MIT Laboratory for Nuclear Science. Thaler is a theoretical particle physicist who combines techniques from quantum field theory and machine learning to address outstanding questions in fundamental physics.
Dallas Wilson Signs With Warner Chappell Music & The Core Entertainment
Dallas Wilson has signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music Nashville, in partnership [...]
Roundup: Walmart pricing / Recovery from Arthur / Turner Industries
Value-focused strategy: Walmart is lowering prices on thousands of items, including beef, Coca-Cola, produce and household goods, to help shoppers facing high food costs. The retailer says the cuts are part of its value-focused strategy, especially as grocery inflation remains a concern. President Donald Trump praised the move, though Walmart did not say the price […]
Michigan parasitic diarrhea cases swell to 681: How to prevent it
The state health department issued more tips and suggests cooking produce to prevent cyclosporiasis infection as cases in Michigan skyrocket.
I found the cheapest Jack White tickets for his sold-out Brooklyn Paramount shows this weekend
"Frozen Charlotte" drops July 10, one day before his two-night run at Brooklyn Paramount begins.
People Who Should Never Work in Democratic Politics Again
With the Platner disaster, it’s the Democratic Party’s turn to confront how easily it was manipulated by ideologues.
Rep. Scott Perry votes against bipartisan affordable housing bill
The Pennsylvania Republican cast one of just 32 votes against the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.
The fight over trans girls’ sports participation moves to Nov. ballot in AZ, CO, WA
Ballot measures seeking to restrict transgender student-athletes’ participation in school sports will appear before voters in AZ, CO and WA.
Louisiana Rouxgaroux seeking 2027 business partners
Seeking 2027 business partners is the Louisiana Rouxgaroux.
Louisiana Rouxgaroux seeking 2027 business partners
Seeking 2027 business partners is the Louisiana Rouxgaroux.
Louisiana Rouxgaroux seeking 2027 business partners
Seeking 2027 business partners is the Louisiana Rouxgaroux.
Louisiana Rouxgaroux seeking 2027 business partners
Seeking 2027 business partners is the Louisiana Rouxgaroux.
Louisiana Rouxgaroux seeking 2027 business partners
Seeking 2027 business partners is the Louisiana Rouxgaroux.
Microbiome science merges with oncology for better cancer treatments
Cancer remains notoriously difficult to treat, partly because tumors co‑opt their surrounding environment, including the resident microbiota, to evade immune surveillance and resist conventional therapies.
Alibaba entertainment arm Damai launches artist development label ORCA and a worldwide audition to build
The audition, run by ORCA in partnership with All My Anecdotes, will act as a talent pipeline for the label’s future projects, and runs from July 3 to August 3.
Xbox Game Pass reportedly boasts around 30m subscribers
That is well below the 77m user target that Microsoft apparently had for the subscription service for 2026
Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging AMC Entertainment (AMC) This Year?
Here is how AMC Entertainment (AMC) and Bassett Furniture (BSET) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Poll: Most Americans willing to put politics aside — except when it comes to marriage
A new NBC News poll found that most Americans are willing to set political differences aside in certain situations, though one area remains particularly divisive.
‘Explosive’ diarrhea parasite cases surge as health officials seek source
Outbreaks of cyclosporiasis are typically traced back to prepackaged food and fresh produce.
Togethxr Launching 'Everyone Watches Women’s Sports' Weekly Podcast With iHeartMedia
Sports media company Togethxr is debuting the weekly 'Everyone Watches Women's Sports' podcast in partnership with iHeartMedia.
Baltimore Health Department headquarters closes Tuesday after building floods
The Baltimore City Health Department’s headquarters and permits office on East Fayette Street were closed Tuesday after flooding at the building, officials said.
Obsidian Entertainment Hit Hard by Xbox Cuts
As part of the huge cuts across Xbox that began yesterday, Avowed and Outer Worlds 2 developer Obsidian Entertainment has been hit pretty hard, with around 25% of staff cut from the Xbox Studio. That’s according to a report from Rebekah Valentine over at Kotaku, who shared that her sources advised around 60-70 members of […]
Yankees Potential Trade Partner: Detroit Tigers
Would the likes of Skubal or Mize make sense for the Yankees?
Siri AI can pull info from third-party apps in the latest developer beta
We’ve been looking out for new features in iOS 27 beta 3, and we’ve now found an additional one: the...
Make the Business Case for Your Sustainability Initiative
Sustainability proposals often stall not because they lack merit, but because they are framed in a language that does not match how senior leaders allocate capital. While CSOs tend to emphasize impact, materiality, and disclosure, CFOs and CEOs need to understand cash flow, risk, and return. External reporting frameworks are useful for accountability, but they are poorly suited to internal investment decisions, which require project-level comparisons rather than aggregated enterprise metrics. Sustainability investments should therefore be evaluated like any other investment: by showing how they reduce current costs, avoid future costs, generate new revenue, or protect existing revenue. Strong cases begin with a clear business story that links the proposed action to a specific business impact and cash-flow outcome, then quantify what can credibly be quantified while treating harder-to-measure benefits as either upside or an explicit strategic bet.
Science review panel finds CIRES delivers exceptional value to NOAA and the nation
Reviewers concluded that CIRES consistently exceeds its goals and significantly enhances NOAA's scientific and operational capabilities.
A model global health academic partnership flourishes in Botswana
The Botswana-UPenn Partnership has surpassed its goal of addressing HIV/AIDS and has broadened its scope to enhance national access to care and training.
Intelligent Computing appoints Philip S. Yu and Osmar R. Zaïane as new editors-in-chief
Intelligent Computing, a Science Partner Journal co-founded by Zhejiang Lab and the American Association for the Advancement of Science(AAAS), has appointed Philip S. Yu and Osmar R. Zaïane as its new Editors-in-Chief. Philip S. Yu and Osmar R. Zaïane succeed the journal's founding Editors-in-Chief at a pivotal stage of development, as Intelligent Computing continues its rapid growth as an international open-access journal dedicated to advancing the convergence of intelligence and computing.
Porsche 911 GT3 S/C review: a 9,000rpm nat-asp flat-six and no roof… Reviews 2026
Porsche’s GT department has finally made a proper cabrio, and unsurprisingly it’s really rather special
RPA Statement on Central Business District Tolling Program Parking…
Regional Plan Association works toward a better future for the tri-state region
Clinical care, community service shape health science major’s goals
Inspired by his parents, Platinum Liang ultimately plans to pursue medical school.
Clinical care, community service shape health science major’s goals
Inspired by his parents, Platinum Liang ultimately plans to pursue medical school.
NYC health officials warn of Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Park area
New York City health officials report a surge of 23 Legionnaires' disease cases on the Upper East Side. Dr. Stephanie Widmer joins 'Fox & Friends' to detail critical outbreak warning signs and discuss biohacker Bryan Johnson's autoimmune diagnosis.
Court: Religious schools can’t be exempt from Maine’s nondiscrimination laws
Religious schools accepting public funds are required to follow Maine laws that protect against discrimination based on faith, gender identity and sexual orientation, a federal court has ruled.
Elevance Health sues CMS in latest challenge to Medicare Advantage star rating methodology
The complaint accuses the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of failing to properly recalculate its grades for Medicare Part C plans, something it promised to do in June.
Medicaid funding is resuming for Planned Parenthood, Maine provider
Planned Parenthood and two smaller regional abortion providers are resuming billing Medicaid for services other than abortion after being cut off for most of a year.
Gotham FC to move to NYCFC’s Etihad Park in Queens in 2028
Gotham will have its own locker room inside the MLS stadium.
ServisFirst Becomes Premier Partner To American Banking Association
In a move to expand its industry engagement, ServisFirst Bank has joined the American Bankers Association’s Premier Partner Network.
The fight over trans girls’ sports participation moves to the November ballot
State ballot measures seeking to restrict transgender student-athletes’ participation in school sports will appear before voters in November.
Accel Entertainment, Inc. to Report Second Quarter 2026 Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on August 4
CHICAGO, July 07, 2026--Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) ("Accel" or "the Company"), a leading locals-focused gaming operator partnering with small businesses, local communities, and state governments to provide entertaining, convenient, and safe gaming experiences nationwide, announced today it will release its financial and operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, after market close on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The Company will host a conference call and webcast that
Legionnaires’ cluster grows in New York City: Health Department
New York City health officials have confirmed a troubling trend has grown on the Upper East Side.
Marine Le Pen verdict live: France's far-right leader awaits appeal ruling with presidential race at stake
Marine Le Pen will learn from a Paris appeals court whether an electoral ban for illicit party financing will prevent her running in next year's presidential election.
AC Black Flag Resynced Comparison Shows Difference Between Xbox Series X And Series S
How the Xbox versions stack up
Key Democratic figures call on Graham Platner to ‘immediately’ withdraw from Senate race
Maine’s party leadership calls for Platner to withdraw after after sexual assault allegation emerges
Health insurers’ AI vision
Health insurers are increasingly embracing artificial intelligence as part of their business models, bullish on the technology’s potential to revolutionize care and drive down costs.
The sun's atmosphere is way hotter than its surface. Scientists may finally know why
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has found charged grains of dust being carried on magnetic plasma waves in the Sun's outer atmosphere, providing a new clue to the mystery of the Sun's corona is so hot.
Comcast and NBCUniversal are splitting up. Now what?
Comcast's decision to spin off NBCUniversal into a separate, publicly traded company raised questions about the future of the studio.
McConnell’s health emergency sparks questions on whether he will return to Senate
Emergency dispatch audio indicating that someone at Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) home in Washington, D.C., suffered “cardiac arrest” earlier this month has raised questions about when the former …
Why hyperscalers, Mag 7 are falling behind in the stock market's AI trade
Microsoft and Meta in particular are struggling to keep up with the broader tech sector as investors rebel against spending.