Bessent–He Talks to Focus on AI, Trade and Minerals
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are expected to discuss AI safety, trade, and critical-minerals supply chains.
Meta’s Muse Launch Broadens the AI Investment Trade
Meta’s Muse launch has widened investor focus beyond Nvidia, but adoption, monetization, costs, and market conditions will determine whether its AI momentum lasts.
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Falls as AI Trade Wavers
The Nasdaq fell more than 1% on July 28, 2026, as semiconductor stocks weakened, while the Dow and S&P 500 were roughly unchanged.
iOS 27.2 Beta 2 Hints at iPhone Anti-Snatching Lock
iOS 27.2 beta 2 reportedly includes an anti-snatching lock that could secure an iPhone after suspected theft, though Apple has not confirmed the feature.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: Camera, Price, and Value
The Pixel 11 Pro XL targets photography-focused buyers with a large display, Google’s computational photography, and a premium software experience.
Meghan Markle Reportedly Seen With Ellen DeGeneres in U.K.
Meghan Markle was reportedly photographed in the U.K. with Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi at a pub, described by outlets as her first reported outing since relocating.
Beta Pictoris b May Emit Directly Detected Radio Signals
Astronomers reportedly linked repeating, polarized radio bursts to Beta Pictoris b, offering a potential new way to study exoplanetary magnetic fields.
Merz on Borrowed Time as CDU Unrest Grows
A damaging German state-election result has weakened Friedrich Merz, strengthened the AfD, and intensified debate over the CDU’s leadership and electoral strategy.
Utah Republicans Challenge Trump Media Restrictions
Two Utah Republicans reportedly challenged a Trump media restriction, but the lawmakers, affected outlets, policy details, and legal status remain unverified.
Trump and Mamdani’s Unexpected New York Rapport
Donald Trump and Zohran Mamdani have developed an unusual working relationship focused on communication, zoning and New York’s housing challenges.