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A patchwork of local, state and federal rules is shaping how robotaxis can operate in the U.S. Uber, Waymo and other players are racing to align with shifting regulations as pilots expand and应用 rollouts approach. Regulators push for safeguards while companies seek operational flexibility.
The Salamanca City Central School District has approved a nearly $60,000 Realbotix robot pilot to assist robotics education, but parents and teachers worry about student data privacy. Officials stress the robot will not collect personal data or replace teachers, while discussions with state officials continue.
The latest updates show a widening gap between President Trump’s crypto push and investor outcomes. Strategy has sold Bitcoin, the Trump-backed memecoin plummets from its peak, and Trump Accounts are live but unclear in impact. Regulators and markets are reacting as billion-dollar losses mount for ordinary buyers.
Waymo has announced the expansion of its driverless robotaxi fleet to four new U.S. cities, starting with employee rides before opening to the public. The Ojai vehicle is introduced as a comfort-focused option, with expansion plans across San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver. The rollout faces regulatory approvals and past safety incidents.
Former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro remain at the center of an incident in Las Vegas where Adebayo reportedly struck Herro during a summer league workout. Herro has moved to Milwaukee in a Giannis blockbuster, while Miami pivots to a new offensive approach. The Heat say they will say nothing more about the incident.
Anya Taylor-Joy stars as Lucky, a con artist on the run after a $10 million heist falls apart. The seven‑episode Apple TV+ thriller follows a relentless FBI pursuit and a mob boss who won’t let her disappear, charting an antihero’s evolution from con‑artist to survivor.
No- and low-alcohol beer has surged in the UK, with no- and low-volume sales up dramatically and more than 64 million pints forecast for the summer. Yet regulators' 0.05% ABV threshold is seen as a barrier to further investment, while industry voices push for a 0.5% standard to unlock growth.
Pimblett secures a swift submission in UFC 329, catapulting himself back into title contention after a loss to Gaethje earlier this year. Gaethje holds the interim belt and will be defending or pursuing the undisputed title in upcoming matchups.
Trey Alexander has been stretchered off the Salt Lake City Summer League court after a rib injury. He is under a two-way contract with Utah and had spent the previous season with New Orleans, after being named G League Rookie of the Year.
Police body camera footage shows Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo being pulled over in Las Vegas for a red light violation but not receiving a ticket. The incident lasted about 15 seconds; the governor and his wife were en route to the airport. The Las Vegas police say no citation was issued, with campaign remarks praising the officer’s professionalism.
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Conor Benn and Ryan Garcia have formalised a September 12 title clash in Las Vegas, promoted by Zuffa Boxing. Both boxers carry past doping and controversy but remain two of the sport’s biggest stars, driving a high-stakes, high-profile bout ahead of Mexican Independence Weekend.
Aer Lingus has announced a transformation plan to cut costs and 6% of capacity, targeting a 12-15% operating margin as fuel costs and macro challenges weigh on earnings. The carrier will cut 290 head office jobs plus 70 pilot and 140 cabin roles, removing several unprofitable routes, with more changes expected through 2027.
Ayrshire golfer has secured a second Open appearance after final qualifying at Dundonald Links. He has decided to pursue PGA qualification and is aiming to compete again at The Open, even as he prepares to return to PGA training. The Open week at Royal Birkdale has brought him personal satisfaction and a sense of achievement.
Australian man Phu Nguyen was detained briefly by apparent ICE agents at Las Vegas airport; authorities say the arrest did not proceed and Nguyen was later arrested elsewhere. US and Australian officials are calling for transparency and accountability as investigations unfold.
Zoox has issued a recall for 105 robotaxi vehicles after a June Las Vegas incident in which an unoccupied car failed to detect heavy smoke at an active emergency scene. The software update aims to improve smoke detection and response, following regulator concerns about first responders’ safety.
McGregor has confirmed ACL and meniscus damage sustained in UFC 329's opening seconds against Max Holloway. He says recovery is underway and envisions a return by next summer, buoyed by regenerative medicine advances. His comeback had collapsed after 69 seconds, marking another setback in a career hit by injuries and controversy.
AMD has unveiled its Helios AI rack system at Advancing AI in San Francisco, promising higher throughput and lower cost per token. The system targets hyperscalers and data centers, with partnerships across Microsoft, Anthropic, OpenAI, and others. The move intensifies the race with Nvidia as AMD argues Helios delivers greater inference efficiency.
Mexico’s veteran goalkeeper has confirmed his retirement from international soccer after a storied 20-year career spanning six World Cups, three as starter, and a trove of CONCACAF titles.
Tesla’s robotaxi rollout has expanded slowly, with only a handful of cities covered and miles driven remaining well below optimistic targets. Executives say regulatory differences city-by-city are hampering scale, while investors remain cautious about capex and unit economics.
Alphabet and Tesla have reported strong revenue but have raised 2026 capital-expenditure plans, pushing both into negative free cash flow and prompting steep share declines this week. Investors are questioning whether massive AI-driven data-centre buildouts — and rising debt and lease commitments across hyperscalers — will deliver returns, and analysts expect other megacaps to face similar scrutiny.
Tesla has escalated its capital expenditure, with second-quarter capex at $5.8 billion and projected annual capex above $25 billion as it expands robotaxi, Optimus, and semiconductor initiatives. Revenue rises, while operating margin declines amid aggressive investments.
Jerry Kelly has won the ISPS HANDA Senior Open at Gleneagles, finishing with a birdie to clinch victory; Stephen Gallacher shot 62 but finished behind, while Darren Fichardt and Cameron Percy were contending. Kelly secures an Open exemption and the $450,000 prize, praising Scottish fans and family presence.
Races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia were cancelled earlier this year due to regional conflict. With the calendar tight, F1 is considering Sepang in Malaysia to host a double-trace schedule in late September to early October, effectively substituting a Bahrain date and linking Asia and Europe before Singapore. The Bahrain event would be branded as Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia for contractual reasons.
Ryan Lasko has undergone surgery after a vertebral fracture from a collision in a Double-A game. He is making progress in his recovery, with partial return of sensation and movement, as Athletics rally around him.
Conor McGregor has sustained a torn ACL and meniscus in his knee during UFC 329 against Max Holloway, prompting surgery and an expected year-long absence. Holloway won by a 69-second KO. McGregor has indicated a potential rematch in 2027 IFW, with ongoing uncertainty about the timetable and opponents.
The Energy Department has selected five states as potential hosts for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses to advance civilian nuclear energy. The plan envisions campuses with waste sites, enrichment, and advanced reactors, potentially attracting up to $50 billion in private investment and creating thousands of jobs.Trump aims to accelerate domestic nuclear growth amid changing safety debates.
Judge Carli Kierny has ruled that parts of Duane “Keffe D” Davis’s interview are admissible in the murder trial set to begin Aug. 10. Davis, 63, faces life without parole if convicted for the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur. The ruling follows arguments over whether a 2008 interview was confidential and should be excluded.