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Northern California drive-in restaurants see resurgence in popularity

Northern California drive-in restaurants see resurgence in popularity

Northern California’s historic drive-in restaurants are experiencing a resurgence as diners embrace classic architecture, carhop service, and comfort food. From Bay Area icons to mountain road stops, these roadside landmarks remain popular in the modern culinary landscape.

Business ·5 Jul 2026, 17:04 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Australia property auction clearance rates remain below fifty percent

Australia property auction clearance rates remain below fifty percent

National auction clearance rates remain below the 50 percent threshold as a disconnect between buyer and seller expectations leads to a property slump. Industry experts cite interest rate rises and federal tax changes as primary drivers for the sustained market downturn.

Business ·5 Jul 2026, 11:01 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Singapore Cruise Centre opens July 7

Singapore Cruise Centre opens July 7

Singapore Cruise Centre opens July 7

Business ·5 Jul 2026, 06:03 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
National Lottery results: Winning Lotto and Thunderball numbers for Saturday 4 July

National Lottery results: Winning Lotto and Thunderball numbers for Saturday 4 July

National Lottery results: Winning Lotto and Thunderball numbers for Saturday 4 July

Business ·5 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Pinterest and The Knot report rise in alternative and Gen Z wedding trends

Pinterest and The Knot report rise in alternative and Gen Z wedding trends

Gen Z is blending unconventional styles and AI technology with a return to some classic wedding traditions.

Business ·4 Jul 2026, 13:05 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Kia and Hyundai share interchangeable parts due to common ownership

Kia and Hyundai share interchangeable parts due to common ownership

Many Kia and Hyundai vehicles use identical engines and transmissions, allowing owners to potentially lower repair costs by sourcing interchangeable parts.

Business ·4 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Central govt notifies Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme 2026

Central govt notifies Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme 2026

The Employees' Provident Fund Scheme 2026 replaces the 1952 framework to improve administrative efficiency and align with the Code on Social Security, 2020.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 15:06 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Data of 70,000 people compromised in cybersecurity incident involving SLA’s vendor IBM

Data of 70,000 people compromised in cybersecurity incident involving SLA’s vendor IBM

The Singapore Land Authority is investigating a data breach involving IBM that exposed the NRIC numbers, names, and past property addresses of approximately 70,000 people.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Carney backs West Coast pipeline in win for Alberta and oil industry

Carney backs West Coast pipeline in win for Alberta and oil industry

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have announced a climate and energy agreement paving the way for a new oil pipeline to the West Coast.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to US government

OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to US government

OpenAI is discussing a proposal to give the U.S. government a 5% equity stake, a model inspired by the Alaska Permanent Fund.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June

US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June

June payroll growth fell significantly short of expectations, signaling a cautious business outlook despite a slight dip in the unemployment rate.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 17:09 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
OpenAI proposes giving US government 5% stake to ease AI tensions

OpenAI proposes giving US government 5% stake to ease AI tensions

CEO Sam Altman has proposed granting the US government a 5% ownership stake in OpenAI as part of a broader conceptual model involving other AI firms.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 13:00 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips

Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips

Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 12:01 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms

Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms

Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 09:07 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Australian AI datacentre boom risks stoking inflation and housing shortages

Australian AI datacentre boom risks stoking inflation and housing shortages

A massive influx of AI infrastructure investment is sparking warnings from economists and officials over construction shortages and competition for industrial land.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 08:02 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Paramount to exit Universal joint venture for EU merger approval

Paramount to exit Universal joint venture for EU merger approval

Paramount Skydance has committed to withdrawing from United International Pictures to resolve antitrust concerns raised by the European Commission.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 01:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Trump reports at least $1.4 billion in 2025 crypto earnings

Trump reports at least $1.4 billion in 2025 crypto earnings

A new financial disclosure indicates that cryptocurrency ventures now account for the majority of President Donald Trump's reported income. The document details earnings from meme coin licensing and the World Liberty Financial project.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 13:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Nayara Energy cuts fuel prices as state-run retailers hold rates steady

Nayara Energy cuts fuel prices as state-run retailers hold rates steady

India's largest private fuel retailer has reduced pump prices for the first time in over two years, diverging from state-run oil companies.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 12:03 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Trump lifts export restrictions on Anthropic Mythos and Fable AI models

Trump lifts export restrictions on Anthropic Mythos and Fable AI models

The Trump administration has removed export restrictions on Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, allowing the company to restore global access.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Trump’s income topped $2 billion in 2025, boosted by crypto, coin ventures

Trump’s income topped $2 billion in 2025, boosted by crypto, coin ventures

Financial disclosures reveal that President Trump's 2025 income exceeded $2 billion, driven largely by World Liberty Financial and $TRUMP meme coin proceeds.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Priya Raman 3 min read