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Silicon Valley developer accused of murder after investigators say Tesla reached 142 mph before fatal crash

A Tesla driver was allegedly traveling 142 mph before slamming into stopped traffic in San Jose, killing a mother and her 1-year-old daughter in a fiery crash.

FBI nabs alleged $547M Medicare fraud fugitive overseas, third capture from 'Most Wanted Fraudsters' list

Khalid Ahmed Satary allegedly billed Medicare $547 million for unnecessary genetic tests on elderly patients before fleeing the country in 2022.

Bodycam catches Sunny Hostin invoking her legal chops as cops cite Harvard-grad son for trespassing

Bodycam video captures Sunny Hostin telling MTA police she's a former federal prosecutor after her son Gabriel Hostin was stopped for trespassing.

Trump administration opens investigation into Harvard's financial aid for international students

The Justice Department is investigating whether Harvard University is allowing Chinese donors to create scholarships that exclude American students.

5 family members found dead after flash flood in a scenic Utah canyon, authorities say

Five members of a Utah family have died after a flash flood swept through canyons in southern Utah where they were on a day outing.

Fleeing suspect captured after wild Range Rover chase across Los Angeles County

Video shows the black Range Rover weaving through traffic on the 101 Freeway before CHP officers rammed the SUV to end the chase in Montebello.

Gunman charged after wounding 9 in Tucson nightlife shooting before cop takes him down

A 21-year-old suspect faces multiple felony charges after allegedly opening fire in Tucson’s downtown nightlife district, wounding nine people before police took him down.

Around the world

Ex-counterterrorism official Joe Kent continues calling for US military withdrawal from Middle East

Former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent is continuing to advocate for the withdrawal of U.S. forces from the Middle East.

Trump administration pushes ahead with plans to reopen the US embassy in Libya

The State Department has informed Congress that it plans to move ahead with the potential reopening of the U.S. Embassy in Libya.

Who is Andy Burnham? Britain's new prime minister and longtime Trump critic

Andy Burnham takes power as British prime minister, succeeding Keir Starmer at Downing Street. The Labor leader has criticized Donald Trump but pledges continuity on NATO and Ukraine.

Incoming UK PM Andy Burnham rejects Thatcher-era policies, signals leftward shift

Andy Burnham condemned Margaret Thatcher's legacy and promised public ownership of utilities, housing and transport in his first Labour leader speech.

Europe's 'green ideology' climate agenda risks crushing its industry, environment minister warns

Czech Environment Minister Igor Červený warns Europe will "crush" its industrial base unless leaders retreat from aggressive climate policies.

Tate brothers to remain behind bars for now as UK seeks extradition on rape, trafficking charges

Andrew and Tristan Tate will remain behind bars for now after appearing in a Miami federal courtroom as they begin fighting Britain's extradition request on 59 charges, including rape and human trafficking.

India’s youth-led Cockroach movement vows to keep demanding reforms after police crackdown

Supporters of India’s youth-led Cockroach movement demanding educational reforms and government accountability say they will continue their protest in New Delhi.

Technology

Chinese AI model takes US tech industry by surprise with abilities rivaling Claude and ChatGPT

Another powerful new artificial intelligence model from China is taking the U.S. tech industry by surprise.

Insta360 says it wants to replace photographers with an ‘intelligent photography robot’ that will become ‘imperceptible’

Insta360 founder and CEO Liu Jingkang took to Weibo to share his bold and potentially concerning vision for the leading 360-degree camera manufacturer

Ukraine claims $400 FPV drone destroyed Russia's $19 million 'Apache rival' attack helicopter

A $400 Ukrainian FPV drone chased down and allegedly 'destroyed' Russia's Mi-28 "Night Hunter" attack helicopter.

New data claims small businesses haven't expanded their use of AI in the past few years

SMBs are using AI, but many are still using it for very basic automation indicating genuine use cases are still lacking.

US AI testing institute chief steps down within three months

The head of the US government’s AI testing institute, Chris Fall, has resigned about three months after taking charge of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI), the federal organization responsible for evaluating advanced artificial intelligence models for safety and security.

RedHook Android malware can quietly hijack your phone

RedHook Android malware abuses wireless debugging and accessibility permissions to gain shell-level control after victims sideload a malicious APK.

Huawei eying possible DRAM market entry

Chinese tech giant Huawei is reportedly entering the DRAM manufacturing business in a bid to cash in on the insane profitability of memory sales. Three firms – Micron Technology, SK hynix, and Samsung Electronics — account for 95% of the DRAM on the market worldwide.

Sports News

Cincinnati Reds pitcher rips 'f—ing fata–' umpire for getting in defender's way on ground ball

Caleb Ferguson's profane outburst at umpire Bill Miller followed a botched play where the ump blocked Edwin Arroyo's path to the ball in the seventh.

Spain's Rodri 'Shocked' After Winning World Cup Golden Ball Award

Spain captain Rodri has opened up on his emotional journey from a devastating knee injury to lifting the 2026 World Cup trophy in North America.

Brewers remaining careful with Jacob Misiorowski as he returns from layoff

Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy says the Brewers want to monitor Jacob Misiorowski’s workload coming out of the All-Star break.

FIFA launches investigation into brawl after Spain defeated Argentina in World Cup Final

Leandro Paredes appeared to grab Spain's Eric García by the throat as brawls erupted after Spain's extra-time World Cup Final victory over Argentina, which FIFA will investigate.

SJSU volleyball coach's alleged assault victim speaks out for the first time since allegations surfaced

Todd Kress' accuser breaks her silence to reveal why she reported the SJSU volleyball coach's alleged 1998 hotel room assault to university officials.

ESPN starts layoffs tied to NFL Network acquisition, memo says

ESPN is undergoing a significant round of layoffs for the first time in three years after taking over NFL Network in April.

Cincinnati Reds pitcher rips 'f—ing fata–' umpire for getting in defender's way on ground ball

Caleb Ferguson's profane outburst at umpire Bill Miller followed a botched play where the ump blocked Edwin Arroyo's path to the ball in the seventh.

Politics News

Joe Biden mandated all new vehicles come installed with a 'kill switch.' This Republican wants to repeal it

Rep. Scott Perry is pushing the No Kill Switches in Cars Act to repeal a federal mandate requiring passive driver impairment monitoring technology in new vehicles, citing privacy and cost concerns.

Comer threatens to subpoena Dershowitz after he refuses Epstein testimony

Alan Dershowitz backed out of a voluntary interview, prompting James Comer to warn the House Oversight Committee will pursue compulsory process.

Trump faces Republican rebellion over Daylight Saving Time as Senate bill nears dead end

The Sunshine Protection Act passed the House, but Senate opposition from northern-state lawmakers over children going to school in the dark looms large.

Bernie Sanders boosts Flanagan at First Avenue rally

A rally for Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan at First Avenue in Minneapolis included progressive star U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, along with several key figures in the Minnesota DFL. Flanagan is taking on U.S. Rep. Angie Craig for the DFL primary for a U.S. Senate seat.

Trump backs Mike Lindell in Minnesota governor’s race

President Donald Trump has endorsed MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell in Minnesota's race for governor. Lindell has been a steadfast supporter of Trump and joined the president in denying that Trump lost the 2020 election.

President Trump rejects commutation request by former Minnesota Republican operative

In a Justice Department posting dated July 10, Anton “Tony” Lazzaro’s name is among thousands of denials listed.

US civil rights agency moves to end demographic data collection after 60 years

The Trump administration is seeking to toss aside a 60-year-old requirement for tens of thousands of private sector employers to submit workforce demographic reports each year to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the agency responsible for enforcing anti-discrimination laws in the workpla