The July jobs numbers are due out Friday. Here's what to expect
Nonfarm payrolls are expected to post a gain of just 83,000 with an unchanged unemployment rate at 4.2%.
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My dad's Greek stuffed tomatoes are perfect for a healthy summer dinner
Yemista is a classic Greek dish that features tomatoes stuffed with rice and ground beef. It's easy, healthy, and perfect for a summer dinner.
- Anneta Konstantinides shares her father's yemista recipe.
- Yemista consists of rice, ground beef, onion, and parsley in tomatoes.
- Perfect for light, healthy summer dinners.
Meta becomes third major AI lab after Anthropic and OpenAI to admit its agents have gone rogue—one day after Muse Code launch
Meta launched Muse Code to take on Anthropic and OpenAI—but the industry's most advanced AI agents are breaking the limits of their digital confines
STAT+: Medicare quietly gave blockbuster AbbVie drug seven extra years before price negotiations, advocacy group asserts
A little-noticed government policy shift caused a seven-year delay in choosing a costly medicine for Medicare price negotiations, an advocacy group says.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: ‘K-shaped economy is over’ and I’m ‘sick of hearing’ about it
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the K-shaped economy is over, but the data and many economists tell a different story.
Millions of children could lose free school meals this fall, experts say
Some families could face an additional $2,200 in food costs this year if their kids lose access to free school meals, according to one estimate.
The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality
This is great news for Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair Broadcast Group.
Think you can afford a home? Here’s the salary experts say you now need
There’s good news and not-so-good news for prospective homebuyers: The amount of income needed to afford a typical American home is down slightly from last year—but it’s still well above what many…
Mark Ruffalo says his Kia is 'hands down a better car' than a Tesla: 'Feels luxury'
The actor and longtime environmental activist criticized Tesla's build quality while praising Kia's EV.
- Mark Ruffalo prefers Kia EV over Tesla.
- Ruffalo finds Kia EV feels luxury.
- Ruffalo once deposited for Tesla Model S.
The Zelda movie’s Ganondorf casting hints at more movies
Deadline reported Thursday that the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie will feature Australian actor Uli Latukefu as the villain Ganondorf, and the publication notes that "We hear Latukefu inked a…
A socialist candidate criticized Thanksgiving — and unearthed a deeper debate on the left
Francesca Hong is the frontrunner to win the Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin next week. If she goes on to win the general election, she’ll become the first democratic socialist…
This tiny new charging pad is perfect for my nightstand
Why our deputy editor Nate Ingraham loves the new Twelve South tiny charging pad in spite of its price.
As AI ‘therapists’ dish out advice, California lawmakers try to set some limits
In the matter of a few clicks and keystrokes, anyone can find themselves deep in conversation with “Psychologist,” a chatbot character that describes itself as an expert in “empathy” and “active…
Explosion in Damascus suburb kills at least 1 person, wounds several others
JARAMANA, Syria (AP) — An explosion in a suburb of the Syrian capital Damascus killed at least one person and wounded several others, according to Syrian state media and an Associated…
Toronto police arrest 2 in July shooting at US Consulate, cite gun-for-hire network
TORONTO (AP) — Toronto police announced the arrests Thursday of a 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy in the second shooting at the U.S.
Genius Sports' media surge shows shift beyond sportsbook data
Genius Sports, which provides real-time sports data, reported revenue rose 65% in the second quarter.
- Genius Sports revenue from betting tech, content, and services up 28% YoY to $117.4 million
- Media technology, content, and services segment revenue surged 193% to $78.2 million
- Acquisition of Legend boosted media segment growth, adding 118 million users
'A New Level of Disrespect' From RFK Jr.; Pizza Over Raises? MD's Sympathy for a Bug
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Sadie Sink has become one of young Hollywood's best-dressed stars. Here's a look at her style through the years.
Sadie Sink is known for playing characters in franchises like "Spider-Man." In real life, she has a simple, chic, and sometimes glamorous style.
How much interest can a $40,000 high-yield savings account earn over the next year?
Interest earnings on a $40,000 high-yield savings account over the next year could be robust. Here's what to know.
- $40,000 high-yield account could earn $1,580-$1,640 in interest.
- Interest rates around 4% offer higher returns than inflation (3.5%).
- Principal remains accessible without penalties, unlike CDs.
I Led the CDC. Here's My Advice for Erica Schwartz.
(MedPage Today) -- I led the CDC. I know what greets a new director on day one: an inbox that never empties, urgent calls about health threats worldwide, a workforce at every level watching her every…
Ford needs another Taurus, and the $30K Fathom EV pickup isn’t it
Ford's CEO has described the new Ford Fathom as a "Model T moment" for the company. But the EV pickup is unlikely to live up to lofty expectations, and maybe it doesn't have to.
Trump backs Hegseth, calls reports to the contrary "treasonous"
President Trump on Thursday publicly defended Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth , and said reporting suggesting any friction between the two was "treasonous." Why it matters: The Washington Pos t and…
Bumble teases a swipe-free future as it doubles down on IRL meetups
Bumble says it’s moving beyond swiping and deeper into real-world social experiences as it courts Gen Z users.
Suno shares plans to combat spammy AI music
Suno announced plans to implement a new watermarking technology and download policy to limit the spread of spammy AI tracks and increase transparency.
‘Pure insanity’—Elon Musk details SpaceX’s plan to turn the moon into its newest manufacturing site
SpaceX’s SEC filings describe lunar satellite factories, electromagnetic launchers, and robotic mineral mining. The founders building space equipment say the science checks out—even if the timeline…
Brendan Carr officially unleashes broadcast consolidation
The era of set broadcast ownership limits is officially over, after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted Thursday to end the national ownership cap rule.
ChatGPT brings unlimited text chats to free users
OpenAI said that ChatGPT free and Go users are also getting a new think button for complex queries.
U.S. puts $25 million bounty on new leader of Mexico’s most powerful cartel
Washington raised its reward for Juan Carlos “Pelón” González, whom prosecutors say took over CJNG after “El Mencho” was killed.
Parasitic zombie-ant fungus thrives in mosses, too
This may help fungi survive host scarcity and explains why infected hosts prefer the mosses as death sites.
How to hire the most reliable workers in your area
Finding dependable help isn't just about posting a job listing. It's knowing where to look and what to look for.
Three Factors Tied to 13 Additional Dementia-Free Years
(MedPage Today) -- Maintaining three key health factors during midlife -- normal blood pressure, no diabetes, and not smoking -- was associated with nearly 13 additional dementia-free years, a study…
Trump blames mismanagement for the Canadian wildfires. This new study shows the real cause
Human-caused climate change doubled the likelihood of the tinderbox weather conditions that sparked Canada’s massive summer wildfires and in turn angered U.S.
Trump FCC kills TV ownership cap, claiming authority over limit set by Congress
Change will let "Trump-aligned billionaires" buy more stations, advocacy group says.
Moderna's mRNA flu shot earns FDA approval after rollercoaster review
Moderna's new flu vaccine, mFLUSIVA, is approved for all adults ages 50 and up.
DeepMind Says Its AI Can Predict Hurricanes Earlier Than Everyone Else
Its WeatherNext model, which will be open-sourced, can accurately predict both a storm’s track and intensity using lower-resolution weather data. Researchers don't yet fully understand how it does this.
Cloudflare open-sources vibe-coding platform for people who aren't coders
Cloudflare built an AI agent workspace for its employees. Now it’s open source.
Trump may get a big, new tariff authority
A legal cat-and-mouse game has played out over whether the president can use various obscure, untested provisions to impose tariffs.
Trump wins last-minute reprieve temporarily blocking BBC access to his business records
Trump sued the BBC for $10 billion, alleging its 2024 “Panorama” documentary about the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol attack defamed him.
Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree prices IPO at $9 billion valuation
The IPO comes as the U.S. and China ratchet up trade and technology tensions, with Washington tightening Chinese access to U.S. technology and markets.
The FOMO of not seeing The Odyssey in 70 mm IMAX
In late July, Universal and IMAX extended 70 mm IMAX showings of The Odyssey through mid-September. In New York City, these screenings basically sold out immediately, save for a few seats in the front…
One Surprising Thing About <em>The Odyssey</em>—Its Rating
The U.S. is a relative outlier in keeping Christopher Nolan’s movie away from younger audiences.
More Americans say extreme heat is affecting their lives
Reproduced from AP ; Chart: Axios Visuals Greater shares of Americans now say that extreme heat has affected various parts of day-to-day life compared to just two years ago.
Connectivity Is Spoiling Camp
Kids sent away during the summer used to get true distance from their parents. No longer.
STAT+: Study reveals new role for tau, a top target for Alzheimer’s drug development
The protein tau is top target for Alzheimer’s drug development, and a new study bolsters those efforts by describing a previously unknown role that tau plays in neurodegeneration.
The American West Knows How to Flee Fires
Evacuation has become a familiar, terrible summer ordeal.
STAT+: Two FDA approvals — a new drug and a new vaccine
Takeda's narcolepsy drug approved, the first mRNA flu shot approved, and more biotech updates from The Readout
Ford picks "Fathom" for its affordable truck name, starts at $28,350
Deliveries of the new electric pickup are slated for later next year.