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This Philadelphia Museum of Art exhibit shows the business of craft launched in Philly 150 years ago
“Workshop of the World” shows of the Centennial Expo kickstarted the region’s industrial craft legacy.
Lenovo launches Legion 24-1r and 27-1r 280Hz IPS monitors from $99
Lenovo has released two 1080p Legion gaming monitors with 280Hz IPS panels, 400-nit brightness and adjustable stands. China pricing starts at about $99.
Round Up: Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold Extended Teaser Revealed, New Job And Crossover Raid Series Announced
Launching January 2027
Apple's First Water-Resistant iPad to Launch Later This Year
Apple's next iPad mini will apparently be the first iPad with a water-resistant design, and the tablet is now expected to arrive by October. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported last year that Apple is working on an updated casing that offers protection comparable to the iPhone, making the iPad mini safe for casual use in wet environments like a bathroom or a pool area.
EverQuest Legends: Kerran Playable Characters Revealed
The upcoming "EverQuest Legends" video game will launch with fan-favorite characters Kerran as playable options.
Boy, 11, Overcomes Fear of Rejection to Launch Trash Bin Cleaning Service — and Now Business Is Booming
Ashton Meyer, an 11-year-old from Ontario, Canada, turned trash bin cleaning into a booming business. He plans to expand the business — which has since gone viral — into other seasonal services.
Lenovo launches new Legion magnetic keyboard with 8,000mAh battery, 8K polling rate, and all-aluminum design
Lenovo has launched the Legion R7 RT75 magnetic keyboard in China. Featuring all the latest features like rapid trigger and SOCD, the new 75% keeb packs a massive 8,000 mAh battery, an 8K polling rate, and a built-in display in an all-aluminum frame.
Samsung (KOSE:A005930) Launches Galaxy Watch Ultra2 And Watch9 With AI Health Features
Samsung Electronics launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, expanding its smartwatch lineup with new models focused on AI-powered health and fitness features. The devices introduce AI-driven health insights, advanced sports tracking, and specialized dive capabilities, supported by partnerships such as Mares for underwater use. The launch adds fresh products to Samsung’s wearable and digital health ecosystem, providing another data point for investors watching its consumer...
Top Stories: 'Apple Upgrade' Program, Apple Music Price Hike, and More
It's been another busy week in the Apple world, led by word that the company is preparing to launch a new device leasing and financing program as it has raised some more prices including on Apple Music subscriptions.
Geneva celebrates opening of Seneca W.A.V.E.
GENEVA — The city and Geneva Community Projects celebrated the official launch of Seneca W.A.V.E. — Waterfront Access, Views and Events — July 19 with a free, family-friendly community celebration
Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold expansion extended teaser trailer and latest details, Switch 2 version launches August 4
Square Enix released a five-minute extended teaser trailer and new details for Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the patch 8.0 expansion for Final Fantasy XIV due out in January 2027, as well as announc…
Her quippy liberal sweater brand went left. Was it the right choice?
Rachelle Hruska launched Lingua Franca, her quippy cashmere sweater brand, two months before Donald Trump won in 2016. She didn't mean to get political.
God Of War Laufey Gets February Date As Major Releases Pile Up
The PS5 exclusive barely seven months away from launching
Motorola reveals tablet with 5G connectivity and 12.1-inch display
After revealing details about the Moto Pad 70 Groove, Motorola has unveiled the standard Moto Pad 70 for the Indian market. The company has confirmed its launch date and key specifications.
Scientists bring Comic-Con's first immersive STEAM experience to life
If/Then Ambassadors launch Mission Control at the Marriott Hotel, giving Comic-Con attendees hands-on activities exploring science, technology, engineering, art and math.
SF: Entertainment Zone Launches In West Soma Neighborhood
A new entertainment zone has launched in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood to help bring foot traffic and boost nightlife in the neighborhood, Supervisor Matt Dorsey announced this...
Greene County launches mental health court to divert eligible defendants to treatment
Greene County has launched a new mental health court aimed at keeping eligible defendants out of prison and connecting them with treatment.
Division of Small Business Launches Office of Small Business Access, Announces Listening Tours in July and August
The Division of Small Business has launched the new Office of Small Business Access. Business owners can now report regulatory, licensing, and permitting challenges at business.delaware.gov/osba.
ULA deals with financial challenges caused by Vulcan grounding
United Launch Alliance’s corporate parents have guaranteed a loan to the company as it addresses “financial challenges” caused by the Vulcan grounding.
West Virginia launches AI and digital science education framework
West Virginia launched the nation’s first AI and Digital Science Framework to prepare students and educators for the future workforce.
Neurodivergent kids face special mental health risks. New initiative seeks ways to protect them
Jake Collective and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention are launching a $5 million, five-year initiative
Google confirms Pixel 11 price increase, reveals ‘dedicated’ effort to make Android more RAM-efficient
Ahead of the Pixel 11 launch, the Google hardware division detailed how it's impacted by the “severe, supplier-driven RAM memory crisis.”
WV Superintendent of Schools Launches First AI and Digital Science Framework in the Nation
Charleston, W.Va. - West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt will share the state’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Science Framework with educators during professional development sessions at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, Monday through Wednesday, July 27-29, 2026. The Framework, the first of its kind in the country, outlines an approach for digital science and AI literacy education that equips students with the knowledge, skills and credentials to succeed in this rapidly evolving workforce. It also offers educators a way to increase efficiencies in their work and better personalize learning for students.Earlier this year, Superintendent Blatt appeared before a U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee to share the state’s strategy on addressing the use of AI while also protecting students, their data and educational integrity. The Framework is the result of years of planning, collaboration and development. Digital science encompasses the evolving fields of computer science, AI literacy, data reasoning, cybersecurity awareness, media literacy and the practical application of digital technologies. The framework equips educators to prepare students with the AI and digital science knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the workforce of the future.The West Virginia AI and Digital Science Framework establishes a statewide structure for sustained success. From policy to educator development and student learning, it defines how the state will implement digital science and AI readiness at scale. It serves two priority goals:Respond to the rapidly changing technology landscapeEstablish best practices as a leader for rural models of AI readiness, workforce development and digital science educationWith three statewide commitments, educators will be equipped with understanding and the tools to support implementation. These commitments are:Student Access - Every student will have access to AI literacy learning experiences and digital science instruction before graduationEducator Capacity - All counties will sustain local AI training capacity through a train-the-trainer modelWorkforce Alignment - Every approved pathway will connect to employer demand, postsecondary alignment, and portable or verified credentialsNext week, the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) will launch the framework during three educator and staff development sessions. These sessions include unique opportunities for new county central office hires, the Support, Appreciate, Invest, and Learn (SAIL) Conference, and the West Virginia Middle Schools: Bridging the Future Initiative launch. Each session is designed to meet the needs of K-12 educators, professionals, paraprofessionals, service personnel and others who serve in the education community.West Virginia is a national leader in developing a framework for AI and digital science education. We are determined to elevate our model because it prepares students and educators for the future. Our partners at Prodigy Learning and Microsoft understand this commitment and believe, as do we, that our work has national implications for accessibility and scalability because we are building systems that address learning at all levels that lead to post-graduation success.Michele L. Blatt, State Superintendent of SchoolsAs part of the partnership, Prodigy Learning is providing West Virginia educators, at no additional cost, their in-person and virtual training on all products and the materials required for license renewal.
'The game in Nashville has changed:' Why this Realtor is catering to sports and entertainment buyers
"In any industry, the game in Nashville has changed," according to affiliate broker Kortney Wilson. That's why Wilson launched, under The Kortney Wilson Group, her new sports and entertainment division group — a specialized advisory service catering to athletes, entertainers, executives and public figures.
'Apple Upgrade' Program Launching on Tuesday
Apple and Klarna are partnering on a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program set to launch in the U.S. on Tuesday, July 28, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The program will allow you to finance most iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models, with a 24-month term for iPhones and Apple Watches and a 36-month term for iPads and Macs.
GTA 6 download codes expire only 170 days after launch in Japan
Japanese digital download codes for GTA 6 expire less than six months after launch…
Siri Settlement Approved: Apple to Pay Owners of Some iPhone Models
In May, Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit over Siri AI's delayed launch, and eligible iPhone users could receive up to a $95 payout. Apple's settlement has now received preliminary approval from a judge, according to a July 17 court document. However, there is no settlement website yet, and it may take months before eligible customers can begin submitting claims.
Saint Louis University relaunches geospatial initiative with bold mission
Faculty and students will come together to address societal challenges using Geo A-I, quantum sensing technologies, geospatial sciences, and more
New Macs are coming soon, here’s everything we know
Apple has multiple new Macs launching later this year, including the first touchscreen MacBook and a new iMac. Here's everything we know
PlayStation Network down, as tens of thousands of players queue to play Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls newly-launched beta
PlayStation owners trying to get a few hours in during work hours are reporting network issues en masse.
PFAS Pose a Serious Threat to Human Health
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of synthetic chemicals that were created in the mid20th century and quickly became popular for their water-, grease-, and stain-resistant properties. A growing body of research has linked certain PFAS to various health issues.
EDITORIAL: Triage — or last rites
If only the new Governor’s Competitiveness Council, launched this week, could cure what ails Colorado’s slumping business climate. Coming so late in the game — after lame-duck Gov. Jared Polis’ last legislative session — the council’s prospects for honing the state’s dulled competitive edge seem dubious. Not because the impressive lineup of respected Colorado business […]
Joe Manchin reenters the political orbit with a new independent experiment
A year and a half after leaving office fed up with the major parties, former Sen. Joe Manchin is launching a new effort, the Independent Leadership Council, to recruit and support independent candidates across the country.
“A rich history”: New entertainment zone launches in SF
(KRON) — Yet another entertainment zone is coming to San Francisco. The West SoMa Entertainment Zone will support local businesses, boost nightlife, and bring more foot traffic to the South o…
‘A rich history’: New entertainment zone launches in SF
(KRON) — Yet another entertainment zone is coming to San Francisco. The West SoMa Entertainment Zone will support local businesses, boost nightlife, and bring more foot traffic to the South of Market ...
Microsoft launches new in-house AI models it says cut costs up to 89% versus OpenAI
Microsoft launched MAI-Image-2.5-Pro and MAI-Voice-2-Flash, new in-house AI models designed to cut GPU costs, power Bing, Excel, Copilot and Dynamics, and reduce reliance on OpenAI.
Report: Apple to Launch Lease Program, With a Catch
Almost all apps could be blocked if users miss payments, according to 9to5Mac
10 iOS 27 Performance Improvements You'll Actually Notice
With iOS 27, Apple focused on making improvements to iOS performance, optimizing everything from system animations to AirDrop transfer speeds. iPhone performance is smoother and faster on all iPhones able to run iOS 27, which includes the iPhone 11 and newer. There are over 80 iOS 27 improvements Apple announced, with 10 of the most useful listed below. App Launching Apps launch up to 30 percent faster in iOS 27, and that includes Apple's own apps and third-party apps.
Gemini Spark rolling out to Google AI Pro users in the US
After launching in May with AI Ultra, Gemini Spark is now rolling out to Google AI Pro subscribers in the US. It will “soon” be available...
OpenAI relaunches Apple Health-connected ChatGPT feature with expanded access
OpenAI is relaunching Health in ChatGPT, the AI-powered feature that connects to Apple Health on iPhone. The relaunch comes with...
AMD EPYC 9006 Venice Announced & Looks Poised To Be A Grand Slam
While AMD EPYC 9005 'Turin' launched just under two years ago, it has aged remarkably well.
Geekbench 7 Launches With Redesigned Multi-Core and GPU Benchmarks
Primate Labs today announced the launch of Geekbench 7, the newest version of the popular benchmarking suite for CPU and GPU performance. There's a redesigned multi-core benchmark in Geekbench 7 that's meant to better represent how applications work in the real world. A workload only runs in multi-threaded mode if the task it models runs multi-threaded in real applications.
Ranking Members Markey, Velázquez Push to Roll Back Trump Administration’s Discriminatory SBA Lending Policy that Blocks Immigrant Entrepreneurs from Pursuing the American Dream
Bicameral resolution would rescind Trump administration policy banning green card holders from accessing SBA loans Resolution Text (PDF) | One-Pager (PDF) (Washington, July 23) – Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY-7) today introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to rescind the Trump administration’s policy that bans green card holders from accessing essential Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to start and grow their businesses and invest in Main Streets nationwide. Trump’s SBA restrictions buck decades of precedent, attacking immigrant small business owners who are lawfully in the U.S. with no justification. The Trump administration’s green card holder ban is the most recent escalation of SBA’s draconian citizenship restrictions that are killing jobs and putting the American Dream further out of reach for entrepreneurs. In Fiscal Year 2025, the SBA made an estimated $5.7 billion in loans to green card holders, which supported more than 80,000 American jobs. Ranking Member Markey’s introduction of the CRA resolution follows his introduction of the Investing in the American Dream Act alongside Ranking Member Velázquez earlier this year. The Investing in the American Dream Act would roll back the SBA’s draconian lending restrictions and restore previous SBA lending policies for immigrant entrepreneurs lawfully in the U.S., including green card holders, refugees, and asylees. More than 100 organizations have called for the passage of the legislation and over 60 Massachusetts state legislators have raised concerns about the impact of the citizenship restrictions in their local communities. “Once again, Donald Trump is shutting hardworking immigrants out of the American Dream with his discriminatory and dangerous policies, fear tactics, and violent rhetoric. The anti-small business lending requirements implemented by Trump’s SBA won’t Make America Great Again—they are Making America Hate Again,” said Ranking Member Markey. “I am fighting every single day to roll back Trump’s brazen attempt to steal the American Dream from entrepreneurs in Massachusetts and across the country who enrich our communities, strengthen our Main Streets, and create jobs in the United States.” “Starting and owning your own business is one of the pillars of the American Dream. Under the Trump Administration, the SBA has sought to deny immigrant small business owners and entrepreneurs that dream by preventing them from accessing the capital they need to grow and scale their businesses. Not only is this policy cruel, but it is also self-defeating and holds our country back economically. As Ranking Member of the House Small Business Committee, I will do everything in my power to reverse this terrible policy,” said Ranking Member Velázquez. Massachusetts state legislators applauded Ranking Member Markey’s actions and emphasized the critical contributions of green card holders to Bay State communities and the Commonwealth’s economy. "Green card holders are our neighbors, workers, entrepreneurs, and taxpayers,” said Massachusetts State Senator Adam Gómez (D-Springfield), Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Businesses. “They open restaurants, launch small businesses, create jobs, and contribute every day to the economic strength of Massachusetts. Denying lawful permanent residents access to SBA loan programs doesn't make our economy stronger—it makes it harder for small businesses to succeed. I support this resolution because opportunity should never be limited by unnecessary barriers that prevent hardworking people from investing in their communities and pursuing the American dream." “Senator Markey’s CRA Resolution provides a valuable moment for our federal leaders to show their commitment to small businesses and the American Dream,” said Massachusetts State Representative Andy X. Vargas (D-Haverhill), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Businesses. “The SBA’s recent policy restricting lawful residents from accessing the popular 7(a) and 504 programs has shut out some of the most entrepreneurial and hard-working members of our community from much-need capital. In Massachusetts, these programs have invested millions of dollars into small businesses owned by green card holders, supporting thousands of jobs. This should not be a partisan issue. People who worked hard, have legal status, and contribute so much to their communities via employment and economic impact don’t deserve to be in the crosshairs for political purposes. The Senator’s resolution is a step forward in restoring access to the American Dream that small business owners across the country deserve.” Several small business advocates and stakeholders voiced their support for Ranking Member Markey’s efforts to roll back Trump SBA’s discriminatory lending rules. “Immigrant-owned businesses are the foundation of the American economy. They power our neighborhoods, provide essential services, and employ our loved ones. Yet, systemic hurdles like the Small Business Administration’s citizenship restrictions unfairly block their path to prosperity," said Elizabeth Sweet, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition. "We applaud Senator Markey’s continued leadership and look forward to a future where immigrant entrepreneurs can share their ingenuity without arbitrary restrictions that hold us all back.” “Independent restaurants have always been built by people willing to work hard, take risks, and invest in their communities. When lawfully authorized entrepreneurs lose access to the financing they need to start or grow a business, we all lose. These are the businesses creating jobs, filling storefronts, and strengthening our neighborhoods. Access to capital should help good businesses succeed, and that’s exactly what restoring these SBA loan programs would do,” said Jen Ziskin, Executive Director of Massachusetts Restaurants United. “At the Latino Economic Development Corporation, we see firsthand that access to capital transforms lives, creates jobs, and strengthens neighborhoods. Many of the entrepreneurs we serve are lawful permanent residents who have invested their savings, opened businesses, and employ local residents. Restricting access to SBA financing doesn’t just impact business owners, it limits economic opportunity for entire communities. Main Street succeeds when every qualified entrepreneur has a fair chance to grow,” said Andrew Melendez, CEO and Founder of the Latino Economic Development Corporation. "Immigrants and immigrant-owned businesses are the heart and soul of small business communities in cities and towns throughout the Commonwealth, and across America. Limiting access to these SBA loans not only sends the wrong message about immigration, it will have significant negative economic impact on our small business ecosystem,” said Keith Mahoney, Vice President of Public Affairs at the Boston Foundation. “The SBA’s recent policy changes that prevent Legal Permanent Residents, and other non-citizens from participating in any of the SBA’s valuable programs are changes that are unwelcome, immoral, and antithetical to our purpose, our mission, and our vision for Massachusetts communities and businesses. Immigrant entrepreneurs and others have expressed concern that Common Capital will ‘report them to ICE,’ so loan demand has decreased. There is no valid reason for excluding Legal Permanent Residents and other noncitizens who are lawfully present in the U.S. from accessing the SBA’s programs. Immigrant entrepreneurs start businesses, they create jobs, they support their families and their communities. Our government should be in the business of encouraging their full participation in our economy,” said Raymond Lanza-Weil, President of Common Capital. "ECCHO-Latino now represents over 400 educators and 300 microbusinesses across Massachusetts, where immigrants make up 60% of the childcare workforce. When a green card holder is ready to grow her business—from expanding her home child care to opening a center—she shouldn't be turned away by local banks simply because of federal citizenship rules. Blocking access to SBA loans kills opportunity and deepens our state's childcare crisis. ECCHO-Latino strongly supports Senator Markey and Representative Velázquez in passing this resolution to put Main Street first," said Harold Antonio Blanco, Co-Founder & Executive Director of ECCHO-Latino Inc. "This is exactly how political ideology ruins an economy. Washington has taken lawful, tax-paying entrepreneurs who live in our communities, invest in America, and hire American workers, and declared their businesses ineligible for critical financing simply because a green card holder owns even a fraction of the company. Using policies ostensibly aimed at illegal immigration to punish lawful permanent residents is nothing short of ideological overreach and economic self-sabotage. The SBA exists to help viable small businesses grow, rather than imposing nativist tests that ignore an entrepreneur’s credit history, business plan, or ability to create jobs. When the federal government closes the door on qualified entrepreneurs, they’re also closing the door on American entrepreneurship and on American workers, while handing future companies, jobs, innovation, and investment to our competitors. America should be competing to attract people who want to invest and build here, not creating arbitrary barriers that drive their talent and capital elsewhere,” said Javier Palomarez, President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC). "The U.S. Small Business Administration's decision to prohibit legal permanent residents, including green card holders, from accessing SBA-backed loans has the potential for disastrous consequences that could reverberate throughout America's economy for years to come. After all, immigrants are twice as likely to start small businesses as U.S.-born individuals. Congress must overturn rules requiring the SBA to block legal permanent residents from accessing lending resources because so many of the entrepreneurs who drive job creation in this country were born outside the United States," said John Arensemeyer, Founder and CEO of Small Business Majority. “NCRC supports the Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn SBA’s citizenship restrictions that bar green-card holders from receiving the 7(a) and 504 loans. When qualified entrepreneurs are denied access to SBA loans, all of Main Street gets hurt. Communities lose jobs. Neighborhoods lose services. Local economies lose the opportunity to build wealth and shrink disparities,” said Jesse Van Tol, President & CEO of the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC). “We cannot afford to have the American Dream out of reach for hard-working, immigrant small business owners.” “Asian Americans and Asian immigrants have been integral in building local economies. They create businesses, jobs, and opportunities in communities across the country that benefit everyone. Lawful permanent residents pay taxes, invest in their communities, and strengthen Main Street, yet the SBA's discriminatory citizenship restrictions unfairly deny them access to the same tools that help small businesses grow and succeed. We applaud congressional leaders for advancing this resolution to overturn the latest restrictions on SBA lending for green card holders, and we urge lawmakers to also pass the Investing in the American Dream Act to fully restore access to SBA loan programs for all eligible people in the United States. Ensuring that immigrant-owned small businesses have a fair opportunity to access capital is essential to building a stronger, more inclusive economy that works for all,” said Joanna Derman, Director of Anti-Profiling, Civil Rights and National Security at Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC). "Immigrant-owned businesses often turn to SBA 7(a) and 504 loans because they face higher denial rates from traditional lenders,” said Imani Augustus, Director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Opportunity. "These programs provide the capital they need to expand operations, hire workers, and invest in their businesses. Reversing the ban on lawful permanent residents is a critical first step toward ensuring these financing tools are accessible to everyone strengthening their communities through entrepreneurship. We applaud this action and urge Congress to fully restore access by passing the Investing in the American Dream Act.” "Last year, nearly 5,700 SBA loans worth $5.7 billion went to businesses owned by green card holders, supporting more than 80,000 jobs. These are entrepreneurs who have put down roots here, hired their neighbors, and invested in the communities they call home. Barring them from capital doesn't protect Main Street—it starves it. What should matter is the strength of a business and its potential to grow, not the immigration status of its owner. This resolution doesn’t eliminate all the citizenship restrictions in SBA’s policy change, but it’s a step toward restoring a commonsense principle that stood for more than 30 years," said Howard Wial, Director of Research at ICIC. "I'm encouraged to see Congress moving to reopen access to capital for green card holders, a key tool for small business survival. Green card holders accounted for an estimated 5,700 SBA loans in Fiscal Year 2025, worth $5.7 billion and supporting more than 80,000 jobs across the country. That capital is often what keeps a business operating through its toughest stretches when cash flow gets tight. When qualified entrepreneurs lose access to that capital over their immigration status rather than their ability to repay a loan, it's the local economy that pays the price,” said Small Business for America's Future Co-Chair Shaundell Newsome, Founder of Sumnu Marketing. “Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, and entrepreneurs —including green card holders — take risks every day to build businesses, create jobs, and strengthen communities. SBA loan programs should be administered with clear, consistent standards that safeguard public resources while ensuring these programs remain focused on supporting eligible entrepreneurs and job creators. This resolution responds to the opportunity to support all entrepreneurs and preserve the integrity of federally supported lending programs. We applaud the introduction of this resolution and remain committed to policies that strengthen small businesses, promote economic growth, and maintain confidence in these vital lending programs,” said Carolina Martinez, CEO of CAMEO Network. “National CAPACD wholeheartedly supports the introduction of this resolution aimed at overturning the SBA's misguided policy prohibiting immigrants from accessing the 7(a) and 504 loan programs. As a coalition, we are committed to creating systems, organizations, and societies that are fair and just. We believe we and our economy are stronger when we uplift our rich and diverse communities. Access to capital helps small businesses create jobs, build wealth, and strengthen neighborhoods. Restoring this pathway is an important first step toward ensuring immigrant entrepreneurs can continue to grow their businesses and contribute positively to our economy as a whole. We urge Congress to build on this momentum by passing the Investing in the American Dream Act, which would fully restore fair access to safe and affordable credit and uphold our commitment to a fair economy that works for everyone,” said Seema Agnani, CEO of National CAPACD. Ranking Member Markey is fighting for small business owners and immigrants that rely on SBA loans to start and run their businesses, create jobs, and contribute to their communities. In May, Ranking Member Markey highlighted the significant contributions of immigrant entrepreneurs in Massachusetts and across the country and condemned the Trump administration’s repeated attacks on immigrant communities at a Small Business Committee hearing. MIRA’s Elizabeth Sweet, who participated in Ranking Member Markey’s listening session earlier in May, provided testimony at the hearing. Also in May, Ranking Member Markey hosted a listening session at the Urban College of Boston to hear directly from several Massachusetts immigrant small business owners, lenders, and chambers of commerce how President Trump’s cruel and callous anti-immigrant policies are hurting Main Streets in the Bay State. Earlier in May, Ranking Member Markey hosted a press conference alongside Ranking Member Velázquez, Democratic lawmakers, and stakeholders to condemn the Trump administration’s harmful anti-immigrant lending policies and to introduce the Investing in the American Dream Act. In March, Ranking Member Markey released a comprehensive report detailing the harms to small business owners, workers, and consumers caused by the Trump administration’s ICE raids in communities across the country. In February, Ranking Member Markey introduced the Small Business ICE Disruption Fund Act, which would provide grants to small businesses that have been impacted by the Trump administration’s violent immigration enforcement actions on Main Streets across the United States. Earlier in February, Ranking Member Markey, Ranking Member Velázquez, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.), and Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair Grace Meng (D-N.Y.) sent a letter urging the SBA to rescind their lending rule change that bars legal permanent residents from receiving SBA loans. Previously, Ranking Members Markey and Velázquez released a statement condemning the actions of the SBA after it announced that small businesses with legal permanent residents will be barred from receiving SBA loans. In December 2025, Ranking Member Markey and all Democratic members of the Senate Small Business Committee sent a letter to the SBA reiterating concerns with the SBA’s citizenship requirements and highlighting a drop in SBA lending volume. In September 2025, Ranking Member Markey heard directly from SBA lenders about the issues with the citizenship verification requirements. In July 2025, Ranking Members Markey and Velázquez sent a letter to the SBA expressing serious concerns with the agency’s new, draconian citizenship verification requirements that require small businesses seeking SBA loans to be 100% owned by U.S. citizens, nationals, and legal permanent residents. SBA has not responded to the letter. ###
Borderlands 4 DLC ‘Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort’ launches September 10
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Halo Support 'Investigating' Issues With Premium Upgrade For Campaign Evolved
It launched with problems across Xbox and PC
Microsoft Launches Test for Ad-Supported Xbox Game Streaming, Promises the Ads Will Not 'Interrupt the Flow of Gameplay'
Ad-supported Xbox game streaming is here, Microsoft has said. Here's how it works and how you can try it out.
Critics Choice Association launches Creator Awards to honor podcasters, streamers, and digital storytellers
The new ceremony will celebrate podcasters, digital series, and social creators, with the first winners revealed in April 2027.
Teledoc launches AI-driven platform for 'new era of connected care'
The virtual care company says its reimagined telehealth technology combines artificial intelligence with human care navigation to enhance patient health outcomes and reduce overall care costs.
5 Reasons to Buy the iPhone 17 Now Instead of Waiting for iPhone 18
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable are less than two months from being unveiled. That may sound like a reason to sit tight if you're looking to upgrade from an iPhone 16 or older series, but between looming price hikes and Apple's new split-launch calendar, there's a decent case for grabbing an iPhone 17 series model right now. Here are five reasons in favor of putting your order in today. 1.
New mobile mammography unit aims to address barriers to receiving care in Sussex County, Delaware
TidalHealth Mobile Mammography launched this month. Its goal is to bring screenings to neighborhoods in Sussex County with limited preventive care.
Manifest Launches Business Debit Mastercard to Power the Next Generation of Creator Entrepreneurs
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Graham Sports & Entertainment Partners and Bolt Ventures Launch Pin High Golf Platform with Acquisition of MyGolfSpy
Graham Sports & Entertainment Partners and Bolt Ventures acquire MyGolfSpy to launch Pin High Golf.
Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 Launch Update Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes
The hunt begins
Michigan Tech Atmospheric Scientists Linked to Three Research Projects Selected for DOE Genesis Mission
Michigan Technological University researchers are involved in three proposals tapped by the U.S. Department of Energy for consideration under its recently launched Genesis Mission: Transforming Science and Energy with AI. The mission’s goal is to address national science and technology challenges using artificial intelligence.
Framework launches world's first mini-ITX desktop PC with Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 and 192 GB RAM
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Gemini Intelligence and Gemini Nano 4 launch with Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8
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FloSports Launches Free Streaming Channel on Prime Video in the U.S.
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Turkey's Ozel launches new party to challenge Erdogan
Former CHP leader Ozgur Ozel is set to launch a political party after his removal from office through a court ruling.
Canadian Entertainment Biz Veterans Team To Launch Paper Route Studios
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Autodesk introduces AU for Small Business: a dedicated learning path and expanded free digital pass at Autodesk University 2026
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Launches David M. Einhorn Institute for Early Relational Health
/PRNewswire/ -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced today a $50 million gift from Einhorn Collaborative to establish the David M. Einhorn...
WhatsApp launches Apple Music sharing, plus more
WhatsApp has unveiled new features today, including support for sharing Apple Music activity to your WhatsApp Status and more.
The greenest goodbye: Human composting and the science of becoming soil
In 2020, Recompose was the first U.S. company to develop the technology needed for the commercial composting of human bodies, disrupting a funeral industry that had been largely unchanged for decades. Now 14 states have legalized the climate-friendly practice and more than a dozen others are considering it. Additional startups have launched to offer a greener goodbye and all are looking to scale.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9: Your Health Companion on the Wrist
Deeper insights, more accurate tracking and lasting comfort help users turn daily data into actionable guidance
Science Corporation Launches PRIMA in Europe Following CE Mark for Vision-Restoring Retinal Implant
Key Takeaways Science Corporation has commercially launched the PRIMA retinal implant in Europe after receiving CE mark approval, enabling avail
The reported Apple Upgrade program raises a very big concern
A Bloomberg report yesterday suggested that Apple is about to launch a new Apple Upgrade leasing contract to replace the...
Foxconn Ramps Up Hiring as iPhone 18 Pro Enters Mass Production
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models have entered mass production and are now in a production ramp-up phase, according to China Securities News. In a new report citing industry chain sources (via MyDrivers), Apple's main assembly partner Foxconn is said to have entered its peak recruitment period to prepare for large-scale production and stocking ahead of the fall launch. Hourly wages, base pay, and rehire bonuses have all been raised to attract workers amid the ramp-up.
Science Corp. launches Prima vison-restoring BCI implant in Europe
Science Corporation announced the European commercial launch of its Prima brain-computer interface (BCI) implant for vision restoration.
Canes will start their own sports network
The Carolina Hurricanes are launching their own sports network ahead of next season after their existing broadcast partner shut down operations.
RadNet launches free lung cancer screening program for firefighters
The Los Angeles-based imaging center operator is seeking to aid first responders who served during last year’s Palisades Fire, which killed a dozen people and destroyed nearly 7,000 structures.
Downtown Sacramento businesses tired of garbage launch volunteer crew to clean up their block
St. Pete Beach parking: Business owners say higher rates drive customers away
Higher parking rates at St. Pete Beach are drawing criticism from local business owners who say the increased costs are keeping visitors away. One owner has launched an online petition urging city leaders to revisit the parking policy before more businesses are affected.
Manhattan University Launches Bachelor of Science in Data Science
New degree program debuts in fall 2026, building on the University's offerings in computer science, business analytics and computer engineering
Is PENN Entertainment (PENN) Undervalued After Its Alberta Online Gaming Launch?
PENN Entertainment (PENN) is in focus after launching theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino in Alberta, along with standalone theScore Casino and Hollywood Casino apps, extending its Canadian online gaming reach across the province. See our latest analysis for PENN Entertainment. The Alberta launch lands while PENN Entertainment’s share price sits at $21.23, with a 7 day share price return of 5.2% and a 90 day share price return of 43.7%. This contrasts with a 1 year total shareholder return of...
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 specs and pricing leak in full ahead of launch
A fresh leak purports to reveal the full specs sheet of the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2, as well as likely European pricing.
Apple Upgrade program is coming next week with up to 36-month payment plans
When this launches, the iPhone Upgrade Program will be discontinued. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to launch a new device...
How a Former Teacher Built a 50,000-Member Women's Business Community
Amanda Smith started Dallas Girl Gang as a simple Facebook group. Now, the platform is helping aspiring entrepreneurs launch businesses.
Wilson Sonsini Advises Freenome on IP Matters Related to Business Combination, Public Company Launch
On July 20, 2026, Freenome Holdings, Inc. (Freenome), an early cancer detection company developing blood-based screening tests, announced the closing of its previously announced business combination…
Federal agencies launch youth sports initiative
They announced the program Tuesday at the Colts practice facility.
Carolina Hurricanes To Launch Own Sports Network For Game Broadcasts
The NHL franchise is taking control of its local broadcasts, ditching traditional regional networks to deliver innovative programming and flexible viewing options directly to Canes fans.
Apple teams up with Klarna to launch a lease-to-own program for iPhones, iPads, and Macs
The new leasing program is a big change for the hardware company, and comes as it looks to raise prices on many of its products.
Sony is launching a new camera tomorrow – and we’re all invited along to watch!
Sony has released a teaser, making it clear that a new Sony cinema camera is coming on July 22. Here's how to watch
Apple Reportedly Planning to Wind Down 'iPhone Upgrade Program'
After launching a new "Apple Upgrade" program next week, Apple plans to stop accepting new iPhone Upgrade Program sign-ups, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It remains to be seen if existing iPhone Upgrade Program members will be able to remain enrolled in the program beyond their current terms, or if they will be migrated to the Apple Upgrade program at some point.
Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report
Apple will reportedly launch a new “Apple Upgrade” leasing program next week. As part of that, the company is reportedly...
DiMe launches initiative to build operational AI governance tools
With the support and expertise of Qualified Health, FDA and 30 healthcare organizations and tech companies, the Digital Medicine Society says it will release tools that enable broader adoption of artificial intelligence as they are created.
Apple to Launch ‘Upgrade’ Device Leasing Program With Klarna to Spur Sales
Apple Inc. is preparing to introduce Apple Upgrade, a leasing program that will mark one of the biggest-ever changes to how the company sells devices.
Google launches a cheaper alternative to large AI security models like Mythos
Google says it achieved “competitive performance” compared to larger models.
Garmin just launched its very own Whoop competitor, the Cirqa Smart Band
But unlike the Whoop, it's subscription-free.
iPhone 18 Rumor Check: 20 Claims Ranked by Likelihood
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable iPhone are less than two months away from being unveiled, with the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and iPhone Air 2 expected to follow in spring 2027 as part of the company's new split-launch strategy. We've looked back at everything we know so far, and ranked the most consistent rumors, followed by the more speculative ones.
Hurricanes To Launch Own Sports Network
Local television network to serve as the home of Hurricanes hockey
As Garmin Cirqa launches, should Apple make a fitness band or ring?
The Apple Watch is undoubtedly one of the most capable wearables on the market, but not everyone wants a device...
‘Marathon’ PvE Mode Is Live Today, But Expectations Should Be Tempered
Marathon is launching its Vault Breaker PvE experimental mode today, a type of run that removes all opposing teams, sends players into its hardest map
Canes TV? Hurricanes to launch own sports network for 2026-27 season
The Hurricanes, who won the Stanley Cup in June, were among the professional sports franchises left without a television partner when Main Street Sports Group ceased operations at the end of the 2025-26 season.
Lucky Strike Entertainment Unveils Brand Refresh for AMF, Honoring an American Classic Families Have always Loved
RICHMOND, VA - July 21, 2026 - Lucky Strike Entertainment (NYSE: LUCK) today announced the launch of a refreshed identity
Order of the Sinking Star adds PS5 version
Narrative puzzle adventure game Order of the Sinking Star will launch for PlayStation 5 alongside its previously announced Switch 2 and PC (Steam) versions in 2026, publisher Arc Games and develope…
AMF Launches Refreshed Identity After 126 Years of Bowling
AMF welcomes approximately 10.4 million guests annually across more than 80 locations; additional identity updates will roll out over time.
Randi Weingarten launches into wild political rant at teachers union convention
Kayleigh McEnany and 'Fox & Friends Weekend' hosts criticize the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) convention for its political focus.
DiMe launches Operationalizing AI Governance in Healthcare to give health systems and developers practical tools for responsible AI deployment
/PRNewswire/ -- The Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) today announced the launch of Operationalizing AI Governance in Healthcare, a new initiative to help health...
Football Prediction Splits Into Four Distinct Business Models
A new 2x2 of the football prediction market shows four well-capitalized categories fighting over money on the outcome, and one mostly empty quadrant where a newly launched app currently stands alone.