- 2d ago
Roku enters OLED market with Pro Series starting at $999 on Amazon
Roku has introduced its first self-branded OLED televisions, launching the Pro Series at $999 on Amazon ahead of a higher-tier LX model scheduled for October.
- 2d ago
FTC and 22 states sue Amazon over alleged $20 billion ad auction scheme
The Federal Trade Commission and 22 states filed a lawsuit accusing Amazon of secretly manipulating ad auctions to overcharge 1.2 million advertisers by more than $20 billion.
- Aug 27
Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama, known for polka dots and infinity rooms, dies at 97
The Japanese avant-garde pioneer died from multiple organ failure on 14 August 2026 after a seven-decade career spanning New York and Tokyo.
- Aug 22
Boeing engineers reject four-year contract offer and authorize strike for October
Over two-thirds of SPEEA members voted down a nearly 30% wage increase over four years, preparing for a potential walkout on 6 October that could delay 737 Max 10 and 777-9 certification.
- Aug 13
US jury orders Boeing to pay $29 million to family of Irish UN engineer killed in 737 MAX crash
A federal jury in Chicago has ordered Boeing to pay $29 million in damages to the widow of Michael 'Mick' Ryan, an Irish UN engineer among the 157 people killed when Ethiopian Airlines flight ET302 crashed six minutes after takeoff from Addis Ababa on 10 March 2019.
- Aug 9
Caitlin Clark faces suspension, DiJonai Carrington ejected in Fever's 90-86 win over Sky
Indiana Fever beat Chicago Sky 90-86 in a game marked by DiJonai Carrington's Flagrant 2 ejection and Caitlin Clark's eighth technical foul, which triggers an automatic one-game suspension unless rescinded by the WNBA.
- Aug 5
US World Cup host cities chase FIFA over unpaid $1 million legacy contributions
Eleven US cities that staged 2026 World Cup matches say FIFA verbally promised each a $1 million legacy payment but has not delivered, adding to scrutiny of president Gianni Infantino.
- Aug 2
Progressive El-Sayed edges Stevens in Michigan Senate primary, setting up November showdown with Rogers
Progressive doctor Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated establishment-backed Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, fending off $98.2 million in spending to set up a November contest with Republican Mike Rogers.
- Aug 2
Arson suspect arrested as wildfires destroy 700 buildings and force 64,000 to evacuate in Spokane, Washington
Three wind-driven wildfires have scorched more than 10,000 acres around Spokane, Washington, destroying at least 700 buildings and forcing over 60,000 people to evacuate. A 37-year-old man was arrested Monday on suspicion of arson.
- Jul 27
Seattle food festival shooting leaves 3 dead, 4 injured; police hunt second suspect after arrest
Gunfire erupted Sunday evening at the Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle, killing three people and wounding four others, including a two-year-old boy. Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for a second armed individual.
- Jul 27
15-year-old arrested after shooting at Seattle food festival kills three, injures five
A 15-year-old is in custody and a second shooter is being sought after gunfire erupted Sunday evening at the Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle, killing three people and wounding at least five others, including a toddler.
- Jul 24
Global life expectancy rises to 73.8 years, but people spend 10.7 of them in poor health, Lancet study finds
A Lancet Public Health study covering 204 countries from 1990 to 2023 shows the global healthspan gap widening, with women and wealthy nations disproportionately affected.
- Jul 23
Xbox Insiders can now stream owned games free with ads as Amazon puts Luna inside Prime Video
Microsoft's Xbox Insiders can stream owned titles like Forza Horizon 6 free for one-hour sessions after watching ads, while Amazon puts Luna inside Prime Video to reach casual players.
- Jul 12
Senegal sacks manager Pape Thiaw after last-32 World Cup exit
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) dismissed the 45-year-old coach and his entire technical staff on Saturday, citing the national team's performance at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
- Jul 12
Vinod Khosla's family to buy Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks for $9.6 billion in record NFL deal
Vinod Khosla, the Sun Microsystems co-founder and minority 49ers owner, will lead a group buying the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks from Paul Allen's estate. The $9.6 billion price sets a new benchmark for NFL franchise sales.
- Jul 8
Belgium knocks USA out of World Cup 4-1 as Trump's call to Infantino over Balogun suspension fuels 'Trump Curse' narrative
A 4-1 defeat to Belgium ended the host nation's World Cup run in Seattle, hours after Donald Trump phoned FIFA president Gianni Infantino to lift Folarin Balogun's suspension.
- Jul 7
Belgium routs USA 4-1 after Trump's intervention in Balogun red card saga, EU lawmakers demand FIFA probe
Belgium dismantled the United States 4-1 in the World Cup round of 16, hours after FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's ban following a phone call from President Trump. The result triggered a political backlash, with 30 MEPs now demanding an inquiry into potential outside interference.
- Jul 7
Belgium's Amadou Onana suffers ACL tear in World Cup win over USA, out of tournament
Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament during the 4-1 last-16 victory over the United States, ending his World Cup and sidelining him for months.
- Jul 7
Belgium routs USA 4-1 in World Cup last 16 after Trump's intervention fails to save host nation
Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and a goalkeeping error gifted Belgium a third goal as the Red Devils knocked the United States out of their home World Cup with a 4-1 win in Seattle.
- Jul 7
Trump calls referee 'suspicious' after FIFA lifts US striker's ban; Brazil and Collina defend Claus
US President Donald Trump called Brazilian referee Raphael Claus 'suspicious' after FIFA suspended the red-card ban on American striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in the World Cup knockout stage. The Brazilian football federation and FIFA's refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina have defended Claus's integrity.
