Microsoft Q2 earnings beat on top and bottom lines as cloud revenue tops $50 billion, but stock falls - Yahoo Finance

Microsoft reported its second quarter earnings after the bell Wednesday.

DHS raids are the stuff of Rand Paul’s nightmares. What will he do about it? - Politico

As Homeland Security chair, the Kentucky Republican has significant power to shape Congress’ response to the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.

China and the UK are attempting to reset their relationship — here's how - CNBC

U.K. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he hopes to build "more sophisticated" ties with China as the two nations look to revive their bilateral relationship.

Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro leak brings good news for potential buyers - SamMobile

If you have been considering an upgrade to Samsung’s upcoming wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, there is some good news. A new report claims that the South Korean firm does not plan to increase prices for its next-generation earbuds c…

LDP on track to win standalone majority in general election - The Japan Times

Polls suggest the ruling party may emerge from the vote strong, even without the backing of former coalition partner Komeito or coordination with the Japan Innovation Party.

A shadow network in Minneapolis defies ICE and protects immigrants - AP News

If there’s been a soundtrack to life in Minneapolis in recent weeks, it’s the shrieking whistles and honking horns of thousands of people following immigration agents across the city. They are the ever-moving shadow of Operation Metro Surge. They are teachers…

U.S. life expectancy hits a new high, as deaths from overdoses and COVID fall - NPR

An American born in 2024 can expect to live to be 79, on average. But people in other wealthy countries can expect to live longer.

Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced - BroadwayWorld.com

xIt's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner  Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!).

S&P 500 futures are little changed as investors weigh tech giants' earnings: Live updates - CNBC

"Magnificent Seven" companies Meta Platforms, Microsoft and Tesla posted earnings results after Wednesday's close.

FBI executes search warrant seeking ballots from Fulton County’s 2020 election - The Washington Post

The FBI executed a search warrant in Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 election ballots, as President Donald Trump seeks to find already debunked voter fraud.

Kenan Thompson Sued By Landlord Over Breach of Lease - TMZ

Kenan Thompson is being dragged to court by a landlord, who claims he owes over $34,000 for breaking his lease on a rental home.

Democrats visit 5-year-old who was detained in Minneapolis, in a case that stirred anger over ICE - AP News

Democratic Reps. Joaquin Castro and Jasmine Crockett have met with a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father at a Texas immigration detention center, a case that has stirred anger over the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Wednesday's visit was pa…

2026 Senior Bowl Day 2 standouts: NFL draft sleepers emerge at QB, WR - NFL.com

Which 2026 NFL Draft prospects emerged on Day 2 of Senior Bowl practice? Lance Zierlein and Eric Edholm highlight five stars from Wednesday and provide more takeaways from the event.

What the ‘mother of all deals’ between India and the EU means for global trade - The Conversation

The new agreement will affect the lives of 2 billion people across economies representing about a quarter of global GDP.

Partial shutdown seems increasingly likely as Democrats demand ICE changes - AP News

A partial government shutdown is looming at week’s end. And now Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has laid out a list of demands for the Department of Homeland Security as the Senate heads toward a crucial Thursday vote on whether to move forward with th…

Officials warn of 'moderate' risk after TB outbreak in SF high school - SFGATE

Three active cases have been reported at Archbishop Riordan High School since last November.