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U.S. construction spending falls as data centers offset housing slump — 6hJuly 2026 US construction spending declined 0.5% month over month to about $2.158 trillion, with a 3.8% year-over-year drop and the weakest level since October 2023. Residential spending fell 7.3% year over year, while nonresidential spending inched higher on gains in data-center and office categories, underscoring a softer overall environment driven by higher borrowing costs.

Dana Whitfield Interesting that office construction is ticking up again after years of doom and gloom predictions about empty buildings.

Jury convicts Duane Davis of murdering Tupac Shakur after 30-year investigation — 17h

Sam Okafor years is a long time for a family to wait, but that jury didn't hesitate once they had the facts.

Apple's new CEO John Ternus inherits AI challenges after Tim Cook's 15-year run — 16h

Chris Dalton Fifteen years is a long run for any CEO. Cook took Apple from Jobs' shadow to a two trillion dollar company, hard to argue with that legacy.

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Shein stock stumbles in Hong Kong IPO debut after years of scrutiny — 16h

Marcus Bell Funny how all the drama over factory conditions and data concerns just faded into a quiet trading day. Market seems to have already priced in the controversy.

Stan Kroenke's $4 billion deal ends Arte Moreno's 23-year Angels reignSports — 3hStan Kroenke announced a controlling stake purchase of the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno in a deal reported around a record $4 billion, ending Moreno’s 23-year ownership. Kroenke’s track record of winning and building dynasties suggests an immediate franchise overhaul—new front office leadership, investments in player development, and major stadium and fan-experience upgrades—with closing anticipated in early 2027.

Leo XIV appoints bishop to Chinese diocese vacant 80 years — 13h

Nicole Hardy Wonder how the local government will actually treat this new bishop day to day. Paper agreements are one thing, real life is another.

Boxabl signs deal for up to 1,500 factory-built homes over three years — 1dBoxabl has signed a multi-year purchase agreement with LC Vegas Acquisitions to deliver up to 1,500 factory-built homes over three years, with about 500 units expected per year and deliveries contingent on project schedules and regulatory approvals. The deal, touted as Boxabl’s largest announced residential order to date, highlights the company’s push into larger communities while analysts note ongoing profitability challenges and a high valuation.

Tom Gallagher Finally some real numbers instead of just prototype photos and Elon rumors, hope the permitting doesn't drag this out for years.

Medtronic raises FY27 guidance after strong quarter, invests $700 million in robotics — 13hMedtronic reported Q1 FY27 revenue of $9.756 billion, up 13.7% year over year, with non-GAAP EPS of $1.45 and GAAP EPS of $1.14, and it raised its full-year FY27 organic revenue growth guidance to 7.25%–7.75% and adjusted EPS to $5.94–$6.00. The company also announced a roughly $700 million investment in Cornerstone Robotics to expand international distribution, alongside solid gains across Cardiovascular, Neuroscience, and Medical-Surgical portfolios.

Marcus Bell million is a big bet on international distribution. Curious if that pays off faster than their usual timelines given how slow medtech rollouts can be.

10-year yield hits highest since January 2025 as higher oil prices stoke inflation worriesBusiness — 18h