The House of Representatives has canceled two weeks of legislative work, allowing Republican candidates more time to campaign ahead of the midterm elections. This move is likely to result in minimal legislative activity before November.
Nvidia announced its acquisition of Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, a move aimed at enhancing its position in the AI industry. Hugging Face is known for its open-source AI models, which have gained popularity following a breach involving OpenAI. Nvidia's acquisition aligns with its strategy for vertical integration and support for open-source models.
TikTok has canceled a scheduled meeting with the House Select Committee on China, as stated by committee chair John Moolenaar. The company expressed concerns about being questioned on its child safety practices, reversing an earlier commitment to attend.
Leading medical groups have issued updated vaccine recommendations for the 2026-27 respiratory viral season, informed by an independent review of existing data. The Vaccine Integrity Project and the American Medical Association collaborated on the review, focusing on vaccines for COVID-19, RSV, and influenza.
Researchers have developed a new algorithm named Spi-Fly that mimics the ability of fruit flies to retain scent memories. This algorithm aims to improve upon current electronic noses, which struggle with odor retention and detection range. The study was conducted by Kevin Max and Yang Shen at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology.
Maria Bartiromo has left Fox News, with the network not specifying the reasons for her departure. She is recognized for her support of President Trump.
Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. congressional committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein, challenging the validity of subpoenas requiring him to testify and provide nondisclosure agreements. Black, who has denied wrongdoing, left a committee meeting in June and has faced calls for contempt of Congress for not complying with the summons.
Abdul el Sayed, the Michigan Democratic Senate nominee, discussed his intention to engage Hasan Piker's followers in his campaign during an interview with Stephen A. Smith. Despite criticism of Piker's controversial remarks, el Sayed has not distanced himself from the streamer and is focusing on appealing to Jewish voters in Michigan.
The growth of wealth from the artificial intelligence sector in San Francisco is contributing to a shortage of available mansions, with home prices rising 25% over the past year. Bidding wars are common, and many buyers, including those with significant cash offers, are unable to secure properties. The broader housing market is also affected, with a significant mismatch between available listings and affordability for many residents.
Vice President Vance conducted the White House's first press briefing in 42 days, discussing the administration's recent Venezuela oil deal and addressing gas prices. This briefing marks a continuation of the administration's communication efforts following the departure of the previous press secretary.
Maria Bartiromo is leaving Fox News Media, as announced by the network on Thursday. Her departure has led to speculation about a possible role in the Trump administration, given her longstanding relationship with the former president.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is working to manage global energy prices amid rising economic pressure on Iran. He indicated that the situation in Ukraine is a contributing factor to high energy costs.
Recent research shows that only 10% of Burning Man attendees are in their 20s, indicating a shift towards an older and wealthier crowd at the festival. This trend raises questions about the evolving nature of the event.
Judge William Sullivan will question a juror in Lindsay Clancy's triple-murder trial on Friday morning after a note from the foreperson indicated that one juror is not following instructions on reasonable doubt. Clancy is on trial for the murder of her three children, and the jury remains deadlocked after over 35 hours of deliberation.
The Labor Department reported an increase in unemployment claims to 206,000 last week, with the four-week average rising to 207,250. Despite low layoffs, hiring remains cautious, with employers adding an average of 61,000 jobs per month this year, significantly below pre-pandemic levels. The upcoming Labor Department report is expected to show an addition of 65,000 jobs in August.
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has requested a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The bipartisan letter raises concerns about the continued importation of goods produced with forced labor in China, including allegations related to the cotton used in Labubu dolls.
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has requested a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The bipartisan letter highlights concerns about the importation of goods made with forced labor, particularly products from Xinjiang, and calls for increased enforcement actions against companies involved in such practices.