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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.
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.
Singapore Cruise Centre opens July 7
Singapore Cruise Centre opens July 7
National Lottery results: Winning Lotto and Thunderball numbers for Saturday 4 July
National Lottery results: Winning Lotto and Thunderball numbers for Saturday 4 July
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips
Luxury brands woo top clients with lavish trips
Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms
Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.