A former employee of Elk Grove Subaru and Elk Grove Volkswagen has cleared a critical hurdle in her class-action wage lawsuit, as the California Court of Appeal struck down the dealership's mandatory arbitration agreement for being fundamentally one-sided and legally unenforceable.
A staple of Southern roadside stands is getting a spicy makeover as Luray Peanut Company unveils a partnership with Texas Pete. The collaboration combines traditional boiled peanuts with the hot sauce brand’s signature cayenne profile, aiming to bridge the gap between classic snack craftsmanship and modern, bold flavor expectations.
A 12-kilometer-long uranium and thorium anomaly has been identified at the Wales Lake project in northern Saskatchewan, according to Blast Resources. The findings, located on the southwest fringe of the Athabasca Basin, point to potential mineralization trends within a region known for high-value uranium deposits.
Under the neon lights of Islandia, Suffolk OTB is pushing its Racing Forum closing time to 10 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The shift aims to capture the late-night crowd, transforming the betting venue into a hub for those who prefer their harness racing well after sunset.
A three-year analysis of nearly 475,000 nights of data reveals that users of the Apollo wearable device gained an average of 46 minutes of additional sleep per night. Published in JMIR mHealth and uHealth, the study suggests that non-invasive vibratory technology may offer a drug-free alternative for managing chronic short sleep.
With over 350 million cells already sequenced, Illumina is scaling its Billion Cell Atlas by adding three new members, including AI-native drug developer Formation Bio. The alliance aims to utilize six petabytes of genomic data to train virtual cell models and accelerate the development of precise, first-in-class therapeutics.
Sergey Stavisky, an associate professor at UC Davis, has been awarded the Chen Institute and Science Prize for AI Accelerated Research for developing a neuroprosthesis that allows paralyzed individuals to communicate in their own voices, enabling patients to hold full-time jobs and even sing using direct brain-to-speech synthesis.
With over 23,000 users already on its waitlist, Horizon Trade officially launched today to bridge the gap between amateur intuition and hedge-fund-grade execution. The platform, backed by Entrée Capital, allows users to transform trading hypotheses into backtested, automated strategies using natural language commands rather than custom code.
Los Angeles-based cybersecurity firm NINJIO has acquired SafeStack, a specialized platform for developer security education, in a move to bridge the gap between general workforce phishing awareness and the secure coding practices required for software development lifecycles.
A federal class action lawsuit has been filed against Intuit Inc., alleging the software giant misled shareholders regarding the health of its business. The complaint claims the company overstated the strength of its operations while masking significant competitive pressures within its critical TurboTax division throughout much of the 2026 fiscal year.
The Arkansas-born drive-thru coffee chain 7 Brew is planting its flag in San Diego County, marking a significant push into Southern California. Managed by regional developer Surf 7B, LLC, the expansion aims to replicate the brand’s high-energy service model across a region known for its active, on-the-go lifestyle.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire joined community leaders and developers this week to break ground on Trinity East Village Senior, a 90-unit affordable housing complex in the historic Third Ward. The project aims to combat displacement by providing secure, low-income housing for residents aged 55 and older.
Fox Corporation executives are preparing to dissect the company's performance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, during a live audio webcast. The session, scheduled for August 6, will provide a detailed look at the media conglomerate's final quarterly figures alongside its consolidated results for the full twelve-month period.
Broadcom has elevated its status to a Platinum member of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation, signaling a deeper push into open source infrastructure as enterprises scramble to stabilize AI-ready cloud environments. This shift marks a significant expansion of the company’s decade-long role in shaping the Kubernetes ecosystem.
A projected deficit of 110 full-time neonatologists in 2026 highlights a deepening crisis in newborn intensive care. New industry data reveals that non-metro areas face the steepest challenges, with only 9% of projected demand for specialized neonatal services expected to be met by the end of the year.
The U.S. housing market saw 227,548 properties hit with foreclosure filings during the first half of 2026, marking a 21 percent increase over the same period last year. This steady rise in default notices and bank repossessions suggests a broad return to pre-pandemic market patterns alongside mounting financial pressure on homeowners.
Former Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, retired Rear Admiral Hugh Wyman Howard III, and former DraftKings CFO Jason Park have joined Metropolis Technologies as advisors. The appointments arrive as the AI-driven infrastructure firm expands its footprint across the mobility and urban services sectors, following its billion-dollar acquisition of SP+.
An inventor from Indianapolis has developed the EyePhone, a pair of prescription glasses designed to integrate smartphone functionality directly into the frames. The patent-pending device aims to eliminate the need for handheld phones or separate earpieces, offering a hands-free communication experience for daily users.
Will Ferrell’s latest project brings a luxury automotive twist to the PGA tour. As the official U.S. auto partner for the new Netflix series The Hawk, premiering July 16, Genesis is embedding its 2027 GV80 and other luxury models directly into the narrative of a veteran golfer’s desperate comeback attempt.
Sun Life U.S. and technology firm Claritev are launching an automated platform designed to simplify supplemental health payouts for self-funded employers. By utilizing machine learning to scan medical claims for eligibility, the partnership aims to bridge the gap between initial health events and the financial benefits employees are owed.
Travelers are absorbing significantly higher costs to maintain their flying habits, pushing U.S. agency-booked air ticket sales to a record $58.8 billion in the first half of 2026. This 12% revenue jump over the previous year persists despite a modest 4% increase in the total volume of passenger trips.
Shoppers can now find Lexar’s high-performance memory storage solutions on the shelves of Best Buy stores and across its digital platforms. This move marks the memory manufacturer's largest retail expansion in the United States to date, signaling a strategic effort to capture a wider share of the consumer electronics market.
Inspired by the mechanical reminders used for children, an Indianapolis inventor has developed the Puppy Potty Watch to streamline pet housebreaking. The patent-pending device acts as a persistent nudge for owners, aiming to replace the guesswork of training schedules with a structured, automated alert system for outdoor bathroom breaks.
A pilot cohort of attorneys generated more than $9.3 million in new revenue within a single year after completing the RealBD Business Development Academy. The program, which required an investment of less than $100,000, suggests that structured coaching can transform legal practice growth while cutting down time spent on outreach.
Persistent dry mouth is more than a minor discomfort; it is a clinical signal that saliva production has dipped below the levels necessary to protect teeth from decay. Baltimore-based dentists Dr. Benjamin Shelton and Dr. Cohloe-Shai Shelton identify common triggers and the specific markers that necessitate professional intervention.
Nearly 70% of cancer deaths stem from malignancies currently lacking standard screening protocols, a gap EHE Health aims to close by integrating GRAIL’s Galleri test into its national provider network. Starting in mid-July, the preventive healthcare provider will offer the blood-based screening as an optional enhancement for eligible executive and self-pay members.
Tulsa-based distributor Fellers has appointed three veteran leaders to its executive ranks, aiming to scale its operations and refine its customer service model. The additions of a new Chief Customer Experience Officer, Vice President of Sales, and HR Director mark a strategic pivot toward enhancing support for professional installers nationwide.
One year after rebranding from Denton Mazda, the North Texas dealership is celebrating its anniversary as Group 1 Mazda Denton. The shift, finalized on July 15, 2025, aligns the location with the national Group 1 Automotive network while keeping the same local staff and community-focused operations in place.
The Louisiana Department of Education has granted the Every Child Ready curriculum a Tier 1 "Exemplifies Quality" rating, marking the state’s highest endorsement for early childhood instructional materials. This designation confirms the program’s rigorous alignment with state standards and provides a new benchmark for PreK classrooms across the region.
British clinical skincare brand Medik8 is set to enter the North American retail market, launching on Sephora’s U.S. and Canadian websites on August 11. The rollout includes physical shelf space in 250 U.S. stores and a full brand presence across all 147 Sephora locations throughout Canada by late August.
