Bitcoin climbed roughly 24% last week to multi-month highs near $80,000, supported by nearly $1.9 billion in US spot ETF inflows and short covering. Analysts cite Treasury buybacks, rate expectations and the CLARITY Act as potential catalysts while warning that a rebound in yields could test support around $70,000. Corporate treasuries diverged, with Strategy building cash reserves and BitMine continuing to accumulate Ethereum.
OpenAI has appointed Dali Rajic, former president and COO of Google-owned Wiz, as its new chief revenue officer, replacing Denise Dresser after less than a year in the role. The move comes amid a wave of leadership changes, including the resignation of Americas VP Kaylin Voss, and as OpenAI focuses on expanding its enterprise and cybersecurity business.
Boston Bruins defenseman Mason Lohrei opens up about his playoff benching and his motivation heading into a crowded training camp, while trade rumors continue to swirl around the team's defensive logjam.
Hayden Panettiere’s mother, Lesley Vogel, says Brian Hickerson pawned items including a vintage guitar before the actress’s death. A former neighbor also described seeing Panettiere taken from her home on a gurney twice, while authorities investigate her death as an apparent overdose.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the upgraded Dak Sewa and Dak Mitra mobile apps and inaugurated 14 renovated post offices. The Dak Sewa app enables doorstep postal services with 23 language support and digital payments, while the Dak Mitra app empowers postal employees across 1.4 lakh branch offices. Minister of State Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani outlined a four-pronged transformation strategy for the Department of Posts.
An evacuation warning has been issued for the Skalkaho Highway area, according to headlines in the Billings Gazette and Missoula Missoulian. Both outlets note that the article by Christina Rodriguez of the Ravalli Republic is presented with standard subscription and engagement elements, with no further details regarding the warning itself.
Defenseman Simon Nemec said he did not ask for a trade from the New Jersey Devils, but acknowledged conversations about his future led to the Calgary Flames acquiring him. He is eager to prove himself in Calgary after a career-best season and a new contract.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, military amputees and war veterans completed Iron Week, a grueling 1,500-kilometer endurance race around the country. The event, led by Olympic triathlete Danylo Sapunov, featured swimming, cycling, and running, with participants sharing personal stories of recovery and national pride.
During a live-fire exercise at Fort Bragg, the U.S. Army tested a semi-autonomous Ford F-250 equipped with an automated shotgun turret designed to shoot down drones. The exercise, part of the Sandhills Project, highlighted advances in drone swarm warfare and autonomous ground vehicles.
Terrell Williams faces charges for allegedly burglarizing the home of NASCAR legend Greg Biffle after Biffle's death in a plane crash. Authorities recovered stolen items and revised their initial theory about the perpetrator.
Chelsea face Fulham at Craven Cottage in a West London derby that opens the 2026-27 Premier League season for both clubs. The match kicks off at 8:00 p.m. BST and is available via Sky Sports in the UK, USA Network in the US, and other regional broadcasters.
A woman who was raped while unconscious by her ex-partner, who had secretly doubled her medication, has waived her anonymity to warn others. Andrew Williams was jailed for nine years after police found videos of the assaults on his devices. Williams is due for early release in January 2027.
Penn State legend LaVar Arrington, asked by The California Post who won the Micah Parsons trade, hinted at the Cowboys through 'addition by subtraction' without officially naming them. The trade, which sent Parsons to Green Bay for Kenny Clark and two first-round picks, came amid a contract standoff and social media commentary from Parsons' brother.
CD Projekt Red joint CEO Michał Nowakowski announced in a video that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window. The game, which will star Ciri and feature over 500 developers, won't appear at Gamescom 2026, but the studio will showcase The Witcher 3's expansion, Songs of the Past, at the event.
Tyler Shough, who took over as the Saints' starting quarterback last season and finished second in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting, is focused on reaching a higher standard in 2026. The team has also added veteran offensive lineman David Edwards to bolster protection.
CD Projekt Red has officially set a 2028 release window for The Witcher 4, as confirmed by joint CEO Michał Nowakowski in a video announcement ahead of Gamescom. The studio also detailed plans to showcase The Witcher 3 expansion 'Songs of the Past' at the event, while more than 500 developers continue work on the next saga.
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves open a crucial three-game series in Atlanta, with Tyler Glasnow making his return from the injured list. Both teams enter with playoff positioning on the line, as the Dodgers hold a four-game lead for the No. 2 seed, and the Braves cling to a slimmed NL East lead.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested in East Palestine, Ohio, after allegedly arranging to pay $140 for sex. He pleaded no contest to disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools, receiving a one-day jail sentence and fines.