Cyclospora outbreak is linked to two deaths in Michigan as case counts continue to rise
It’s rare for cyclosporiasis to cause death. These are the first deaths associated with the largest-ever cyclospora outbreak in the U.S.
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White House to host AI companies Tuesday to review new model-testing framework
President Donald Trump’s June executive order directed officials to develop a process to evaluate the cybersecurity capabilities of advanced AI models.
American manufacturers grow at fastest clip in 4 years due to AI boom — but all is not well
American manufacturers grew in July at the fastest pace in more than four year as they bore the fruits of a massive boom in artificial intelligence, but they’re also being hampered by pandemic-era-like supply shortages and higher inflation.
An AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb merger could create a cancer-drug giant, but analysts call it ‘odd’
AstraZeneca shares were slumping while Bristol-Myers Squibb’s stock was jumping on Monday on reported deal talks. But the big question is why these two pharmaceutical giants would want to come together in the first place.
SpaceX’s first-ever earnings report is a big deal — but not because of the numbers
Investors will be more focused on Elon Musk’s commentary and the potential for added stock volatility.
Alibaba shares rally after unveiling its 'most powerful' AI model as U.S.-China competition heats up
Alibaba unveiled its latest and 'most powerful' AI model Qwen3.8-Max on Monday as Chinese companies race to close the AI gap with the U.S.
AstraZeneca slides after report of Bristol Myers merger talks leaves analysts 'perplexed'
The companies have discussed a potential merger over several months, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
Here's my power rankings for the big 4 hyperscalers after this earnings season
In his Sunday column, Jim Cramer explains why Amazon is his favorite hyperscaler after second-quarter earnings season.
Expo News Today — August 2, 2026
An exam leak in India exposed a Gen Z jobs crisis that goes much deeper and more — today's expo signal.
An exam leak in India exposed a Gen Z jobs crisis that goes much deeper
While the leak of key exam papers was the trigger for the recent student protest in India, rising unemployment is the real fuel angering Gen Z in the country.
Within Uber-Waymo split, a key labor battle over AVs is being waged in the nation's capital
Uber and Waymo are increasingly at odds about the autonomous future, including in a labor battle over mass AV deployment in Washington, D.C.
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Palantir posts blowout Q2 numbers, with U.S. commercial revenue soaring nearly 150%
Palantir's second-quarter earnings beat expectations, and the AI software company lifted revenue guidance.
Boeing clears key hurdle and stock rallies to lead the Dow
Wall Street gets one more sign that Boeing’s turnaround continues apace.
Snap's stock jumps 10% on earnings beat and strong sales forecast
Snap beat analysts' estimates across the board in its second-quarter earnings report.
FAA clears smallest Boeing 737 Max to fly after years of delays
Airlines can finally start flying passengers soon after planes are certified, but it can take them months to work them into schedules.
Palantir’s stock gains as AI drives turbocharged growth
Companies are turning to Palantir for greater autonomy over their AI models and data, according to CEO Alex Karp.
Trump says Exxon and Chevron made 'too much money' off high oil prices during Iran conflict: 'I don't like it'
U.S. crude oil prices have gained about 20% since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28.
Amazon tops $3 trillion market cap as stock continues post-earnings surge
Shares of Amazon hit a new all-time high Monday, putting its market cap over $3 trillion.
Oil prices tumble after Trump calls off attack on Iran
Oil prices fell on Monday as investors pared geopolitical risk premiums after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had called off a planned strike on Iran.
Twenty five states sue Trump administration over latest global tariffs
Twenty five states sued the Trump administration, arguing its latest global tariffs unlawfully replace duties already struck down by courts.
Kalshi traders are not expecting a U.S. and Iran nuclear deal soon
As of early Sunday morning, Kalshi traders saw a 29% likelihood of a nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran before January 2027.
Trump sours on Pirro over Reflecting Pool case, won't say her job is safe
President Donald Trump said Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, "choked" and "folded like an umbrella" in the Reflecting Pool case.
Microsoft’s stock is on a run not seen in 26 years — erasing its year-to-date losses
The rally in Microsoft shares “has legs” because its capital spending is showing a payoff.
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