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David’s Bridal plans to spin off AI platform Pearl into publicly traded company
David’s Bridal plans to separate its artificial intelligence platform Pearl into an independent publicly traded company with a target valuation of approximately $350 million, expected to close in the first half of 2027.
Comcast beats earnings expectations as media revenue offsets weakness in connectivity
Comcast surpassed third-quarter earnings expectations, with its Peacock streaming service posting a quarterly profit and media revenue rising 13% year-over-year, offsetting weakness in connectivity and theme parks.
Proportion of people in Great Britain vaping who never smoked doubles in four years
More than 1 million people in Great Britain now vape despite never having smoked regularly, with rates nearly doubling since 2021, according to recent health data.
NHS faces exodus of ADHD and autism services staff to private clinics
The NHS is experiencing staff shortages in ADHD and autism services as healthcare professionals move to private clinics, forcing some trusts to restrict patient access amid overwhelming demand for diagnoses.
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Indonesia doubles down on coal to power its aluminum expansion
Indonesia is expanding aluminum production using coal power to capitalize on Middle East supply disruptions caused by the Iran war, raising concerns about climate commitments and emissions.
Hindu pilgrims, on arduous trek, among Nepal’s missing
Devastating floods in Nepal have claimed hundreds of lives, with Hindu pilgrims heading to Mount Kailash among the missing. A glacier break triggered the disaster near a border crossing between Nepal and Chinese-held Tibet.
Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, will dock in Pattaya, Thailand after spending more than 270 consecutive days deployed in the Middle East, with approximately 5,000 sailors and marines expected ashore.
Judge to decide if Tyler Robinson will go to trial in Charlie Kirk murder case
A Utah judge will hear arguments Tuesday on whether to proceed with a murder trial for Tyler Robinson, accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk last fall.
A NY hospital tried to close its birthing center. This city united to fight back
Troy, New York residents united across political lines to prevent closure of their hospital’s birthing center, securing state funding after Trinity Health initially planned to shut the facility.
China warns of ‘consequences’ for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit
China warned of “consequences” for Taiwan after Taiwanese officials attended a Pacific Islands Forum summit in Palau, where Beijing’s envoy called their presence “very inappropriate.”
The election campaign to replace Macron in France is heating up as the summer vacation season ends
France’s presidential campaign is intensifying as summer ends, with an unusually large field of candidates vying to replace Emmanuel Macron next May, with Marine Le Pen positioned as the front-runner.
Data breach notices have already blown past last year’s total — and AI is playing a growing role
Data breach notices have already surpassed last year’s total through the first half of 2026, with over 471 million victim notices reported, as artificial intelligence capabilities increasingly enable hackers to exploit system vulnerabilities.
Sanders proposes bill to stop Social Security benefit garnishment for unpaid student loans
Sen. Bernie Sanders introduced a bill to prevent Social Security benefit garnishment for unpaid federal student loans, backed by Democratic senators Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey.
Treasury proposes low-cost investment rules for Trump Accounts
The U.S. Treasury Department proposed guidance Thursday establishing investment rules for Trump Accounts, tax-deferred accounts for children designed to prioritize low-cost index funds and maximize long-term compound growth.
Labor Department to propose expansion of association health plans, which could lower insurance costs for some workers
The Labor Department is proposing an expansion of association health plans that could broaden health insurance access and potentially lower costs for self-employed workers and small businesses.
Walmart stock tumbles 9% after outlook disappoints Wall Street
Walmart’s stock fell 9% after the retailer beat quarterly sales estimates but disappointed Wall Street with its comparable sales growth and forward guidance, despite raising its full-year outlook.