City in California’s Bay Area, population 127,647 (2020), hub of sports and tech
A round-up of recent corporate earnings shows Mitie, SSE, Calnex and others reporting expanding profits or solid growth, while Nvidia dominates AI-driven markets; analysts highlight continued investment and strategic shifts as firms navigate inflation and energy transition costs.
The United States has secured Group D, with two wins, as coach Mauricio Pochettino weighs rotation to balance rest and knockout-stage readiness. Christian Pulisic is nearing return from a calf injury, while squad depth is tested by yellow-card suspensions.
Netherlands dominates Sweden with five goals as Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey lead the attack; Germany secures a late win over Côte d’Ivoire to top Group E, setting up a knockout-round clash as 48-team World Cup format continues.
World Cup activities are intersecting with Wimbledon’s schedule as fans and players navigate overlapping knockout rounds; Wimbledon has reaffirmed it will not broadcast World Cup matches on site, while players face scheduling pressures and personal choices about balancing sport and football viewing.
Mauricio Pochettino has apologised for his earlier press conference tone after the USMNT clinched top spot in Group D; the team prepares for a World Cup knockout clash with Bosnia-Herzegovina. He emphasizes that finishing first is a demonstration of focus, while Bosnia is seen as underdogs after beating Italy in playoffs.
The USMNT was reduced to ten after a questionable red card for Balogun, triggering wide-ranging criticism from players and pundits amid a World Cup knockout stage push. The incident shapes preparations for the Round of 16 as fans rally behind the team’s performance so far.
The United States Men’s National Team has secured a top-of-Group D finish and now faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara. Christian Pulisic is fit to start, boosting hopes of a last-16 tie while fans pack the San Francisco Bay Stadium amid high demand for tickets.
The U.S. World Cup striker Balogun has a suspended one-match ban lifted, allowing him to play against Belgium in the last-16. The decision follows FIFA reviewing the red card in the Bosnia match and is drawing mixed reactions from officials and pundits.
The Balogun red card has been reversed, allowing the US striker to play in the World Cup last-16 match against Belgium after FIFA lifted the automatic one‑match suspension. Belgium had sought a review and urged FIFA to uphold the ban.
The Supreme Court has upheld birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, rejecting President Trump’s bid to end it. The ruling maintains that citizenship is granted at birth to anyone born in the United States, including children of undocumented migrants. Trump has pledged to seek a rehearing and press Congress on immigration.
HSBC and Bank of America analysts say Q2 earnings expectations remain elevated, led by energy and tech. Stocks facing mixed guidance, with Netflix and T-Mobile among notable names under watch ahead of results.
The San Francisco 49ers are adjusting to a new defensive front and leadership dynamics as head coach Kyle Shanahan recovers from a July car crash. Raheem Morris is integrating five-down fronts and disguising coverages while veteran players return from injuries.
Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges following an arrest in East Palestine, Ohio. He received a one-day jail sentence on each count to be served concurrently and was fined $1,150. The case started with a prostitution allegation that was amended to disorderly conduct. York has led the 49ers since 2008 and became principal owner in 2024, with the team continuing to contend under coaches since 2017.