Chris Mason: The Budget’s Pressure on Andy Burnham
The imminent UK Budget will test Andy Burnham’s ability to secure gains for Greater Manchester while balancing regional demands with Labour’s national priorities.
Appeals Court Rejects DOJ Bid to Set Aside California Ballots
A federal appeals court rejected the DOJ’s request to quickly set aside about 20,000 California ballots, leaving the broader voter-roll dispute unresolved.
Trump Administration Reportedly Targets James Comey Again
Multiple outlets report a renewed prosecution effort against former FBI Director James Comey, but the charges, evidence, and procedural status remain unclear.
Manhunt Underway After Tennessee Prison Escape
Authorities launched a manhunt after a convicted murderer serving a life sentence reportedly escaped through a Tennessee prison fence and fled in a stolen truck.
Judge Halts Tree Removal at Trump Golf Project
A judge halted tree removal at Donald Trump’s Potomac golf project and imposed additional restrictions. A separate order requires phone records to be preserved.
Anthropic IPO Could Be One of the Largest Ever
Anthropic has reportedly filed for an IPO that could rank among the largest ever, even as CEO Dario Amodei warns about AI risks to humanity.
Microsoft Offers Buyouts to Up to 60,000, Including Xbox Staff
Microsoft has reportedly offered voluntary exit packages to up to 60,000 employees, including Xbox-related staff. The final workforce impact remains unconfirmed.
Broadcom Reportedly Arranges $63B Anthropic Chip Deal
Broadcom is reportedly helping arrange up to $63 billion in financing for AI chips and infrastructure intended for Anthropic, with banks and Blackstone involved.
Dollar General Sued Over Alleged Pricing Discrepancies
The FTC and 20 states allege that some Dollar General shoppers paid more at checkout than prices displayed in stores. The case remains unresolved.
iPhone Duo Crease Raises Questions About Foldable Durability
Reports of prominent creases on some iPhone Duo units have raised concerns about the durability and value of Apple's approximately $2,000 foldable phone.