Kansas City Chiefs' Rashee Rice received five years' probation and 30 days in jail for a high-speed crash in Dallas, raising concerns over accountability. Rice's legal troubles may lead to NFL suspension, impacting the Chiefs' offensive lineup this season.

Florida's Supreme Court upheld a controversial congressional map eliminating a majority-Black district, bolstering Republican gains for 2026. Critics claim the decision dilutes Black voting power and undermines trust.

Elon Musk's xAI eyes Saudi Arabia for expanding its data centers, tapping into the kingdom's cheap energy and infrastructure support through potential partnerships. With a recent $10 billion funding boost, xAI aims to compete with AI giants and leverage geopolitical advantages in the growing AI race.

Openreach launches eco-friendly optical network terminals made from 85% recycled plastic, aiming to cut 100 tonnes of plastic waste from its supply chain. The initiative, part of its 'Let's Reach Zero' strategy, includes redesigned packaging that reduces cardboard use by 30% and shipping CO2 emissions by 60%.

OpenAI launches Record Mode for ChatGPT Plus on macOS, allowing users to record and transcribe meetings with enhanced privacy measures. This feature aims to rival existing services and is part of a broader strategy to expand AI capabilities.

TikTok unveils new features for songwriters, including a 'Songwriter' label and a profile tab, aimed at boosting discovery and monetization. This move follows feedback from a 2023 survey and features prominent songwriters in its limited beta.

Senate Democrats staged a walkout during a hearing on July 17, 2025, protesting the nomination of Emil Bove to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Led by Senator Cory Booker, Democrats criticized the process as undermining democracy, pointing to Bove's controversial past actions and affiliations.

Dow Jones Newswires has introduced an AI-powered French Language Service to deliver real-time financial news to French-speaking investors, enhancing its multilingual offerings. The service utilizes advanced AI workflows with human oversight, covering diverse market topics and translating up to 1,000 stories daily, setting it apart with smart metadata integration.

Vertiv is set to acquire Great Lakes Data Racks & Cabinets for $200 million, enhancing its AI-ready infrastructure capabilities. This strategic move, closing Q3 2025, promises significant revenue growth and geographic expansion.

Brazil's Congress has approved a contentious bill that eases environmental licensing, sparking fears of increased deforestation and climate impact. The decision comes ahead of the COP30 summit in Belém, with President Lula facing pressure to veto the legislation, which opponents argue threatens Indigenous rights and Brazil's environmental commitments.