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- 1Oxford lets OpenAI train AI on Bodleian Library collections●Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library
The University of Oxford has agreed to let OpenAI train its AI models on material from the Bodleian Library, one of the world's largest academic collections. The partnership has drawn criticism within the university, where staff have voiced concerns about the reputational risk of working with the company behind ChatGPT and questions over how historic texts will be used.
- 2Major women's clothing chain to close 120 stores▼Major women’s clothing chain known for affordable fashion closing 120 stores
A major women's clothing chain known for its affordable fashion has announced it will close 120 stores. The retailer is shutting locations as part of a downsizing move, a decision that affects shoppers and staff across multiple regions. Details on which specific locations will close and the timeline have not yet been fully outlined in early coverage.
- 3Stanford violated its own AI policy in race-swapped student ad●Stanford violated AI policy after race-swapping students in ad
Stanford University altered a promotional photograph to change students' apparent race, an internal review found the edit breached the university's own generative AI policy. The Chronicle reported the incident, drawing criticism that an institution shaping AI ethics rules failed to follow them in its own marketing. Critics call it a transparency failure; Stanford has acknowledged the violation.
- 4Oxford English Dictionary adds Caribbean and Bermuda words●Oxford English Dictionary adds several words long used in the Caribbean and Bermuda
The Oxford English Dictionary has added a number of words that have long been used in the Caribbean and Bermuda, formally recognising regional vocabulary into the authoritative record of the English language. The update highlights how local speech from these territories has shaped English over time and is being welcomed across the region as validation of Caribbean and Bermudian linguistic identity.
- 5Presley Gerber, Son of Cindy Crawford, Dies at 27●Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford & Rande Gerber's Son, Dead at 27 | E! News
Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, has died, according to E! News. The announcement has prompted an outpouring of condolences and tributes online, with many remembering the young model and photographer and sending support to the Gerber-Crawford family, including his sister, model Kaia Gerber.
- 6Presley Gerber, Son of Cindy Crawford, Dead at 27●Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford's Son and Brother to Kaia, Dead at 27
Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and brother of model Kaia Gerber, has died at the age of 27. Entertainment Tonight reported the news, which is now being widely shared across entertainment and celebrity news circles. Details about the circumstances of his death have not been made public, and reactions from fans and figures in the fashion and entertainment worlds continue to pour in.
- 7Trump Seeks to Put His Name on Ford's Theatre●Where is Trump trying to put his name next? Ford's Theatre– where Lincoln was shot
Donald Trump is moving to attach his name to Ford's Theatre, the historic Washington venue where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. Critics are calling the move inappropriate and disrespectful to Lincoln's legacy, while supporters frame it as honoring a site central to American history. The story is drawing wide attention and debate.
- 8EU's Affordable Housing Act faces delivery questions●Homes for Europe: can the EU’s Affordable Housing Act deliver?
The European Union's Affordable Housing Act is under scrutiny, with debate centring on whether the new legislation can actually deliver affordable homes across member states. Questions remain over how the EU plans to address housing shortages and rising costs, and whether its tools are sufficient to make a real difference for Europeans struggling with housing access.
- 9Stanford Medicine says human brain is two organs●Stanford Medicine reveals human brain is two organs
Stanford Medicine is reported to have revealed that the human brain functions as two separate organs rather than one. The claim, picked up by KRON 4, is drawing wide attention as it would challenge the standard understanding of the brain as a single unified organ. Details of the research, its methods and peer review have not been made clear in available reporting.
- 10Report Claims Presley Gerber Found Dead, Citing Medical Examiner●Presley Gerber FOUND DEAD: Medical Examiner Reveals SHOCK Detail About Cindy Crawford’s Son
An entertainment outlet is circulating a report claiming Presley Gerber, son of model Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has been found dead, attributing the claim to a medical examiner who allegedly revealed a shocking detail. No independent confirmation from officials or the family has been reported. The Gerber family has not issued any statement, and given the sensational framing, readers are urging caution about the claim's accuracy.
- 11Brentford's Summer Signings Graded After Unbeaten Start●Brentford's Summer Signings Graded After Unbeaten Premier League Start
Brentford's new arrivals are being assessed after the club opened its Premier League season without a defeat. Commentators are grading each summer signing on their early contributions, with the unbeaten run suggesting the transfer business has strengthened the squad. Fans are debating which recruits have made the biggest impact so far this campaign.
- 12Portland Housing Market in Disarray Amid Affordability Crisis●Portland Real Estate Is Such a Mess That All Housing Is Affordable Housing
The Wall Street Journal reports that Portland's real estate market has become so distorted that, by some measures, all of the city's housing now qualifies as affordable housing. The article highlights how prices, regulation and market dysfunction have upended Portland's housing landscape. The piece is prompting discussion about whether other cities face similar dynamics and what policy fixes might work.
- 13US mortgage rates climb back above 7%●Housing affordability takes another hit as mortgage rates cross 7%
Average US mortgage rates have risen above 7%, dealing a fresh blow to housing affordability. The increase raises monthly payments for buyers and adds pressure to a market already strained by high home prices and limited inventory, with homeowners locked into lower rates showing little incentive to sell.
- 14Trump ends Biden EV mandate with new fuel economy rules●Trump OKs new fuel economy standards, ends Biden EV mandate (F:NYSE)
President Trump has approved new fuel economy standards and formally ended the Biden administration's electric vehicle mandate, according to reports tagged to Ford and General Motors on the NYSE. The move rolls back requirements pushing automakers toward EV production, a shift likely to affect US carmakers' strategy and emissions rules.
- 1525-Year-Old Earning Rs 1.8 Lakh a Month Says Housing Is Out of Reach●'Gen Z Humbled By Housing Prices': Man, 25, Earning Rs 1.8 Lakh Monthly Says He Can't Afford Buying Apartment
A 25-year-old professional in India earning Rs 1.8 lakh per month says he still cannot afford to buy an apartment, a story picked up by NDTV under the headline 'Gen Z Humbled By Housing Prices'. His account has struck a chord with young earners facing a widening gap between rising salaries and soaring urban property prices.
- 16HUD showcases innovation in search for affordable housing solutions●HUD showcases innovation, looks for affordable housing solutions
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development is holding a showcase highlighting new approaches and technologies aimed at addressing the country's affordable housing shortage. The event, covered by local outlets across several states, is intended to surface innovative ideas and partnerships that could help expand housing supply and lower costs for low-income families.
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A new report identifies the US states where home insurance is becoming unaffordable heading into 2026, highlighting regions where premiums are rising fastest relative to household incomes. The findings point to growing pressure on homeowners in disaster-prone areas, where insurers have been raising rates sharply or pulling out of markets altogether, leaving some families struggling to keep coverage.