NEWS

PYC Therapeutics shares rose 9.4% after a recent decline, with investors assessing early PYC-003 data and awaiting further results from the biotech's kidney disease trial.

Megaport shares rose 9.6% ahead of its quarterly update, extending a rally driven by its expansion from networking into AI-focused computing infrastructure.

Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d'Or after a prolific season with Bayern Munich and England, becoming the first English recipient since Michael Owen in 2001.

SpaceX and Tesla have formed independent committees to examine a potential merger, Elon Musk said, while stressing that negotiations remain preliminary and no agreement is guaranteed.

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 to take a 3-0 World Series lead, powered by a record eight-run fifth inning and six scoreless innings from Robert Gasser.

Philippine authorities are investigating allegations involving Thomas Markle after his son reported suspected child abuse material at a former Cebu residence. Markle denies the claims and no charges have been filed.

Australian shares rose for a second session, supported by mining stocks and renewed AI optimism on Wall Street, while investors awaited inflation data that could influence the RBA's next rate decision.

A small number of Apple iPhone Duo foldables have developed cracked inner screens soon after launch. Independent teardowns suggest hinge-related stress or damage may be responsible.

Brandon Biggs has predicted rapid AI advances, medical breakthroughs and an apocalyptic future involving Elon Musk, while researchers caution that major treatments still require testing.

A Mayo Clinic-led study found the REDMOD AI model detected pancreatic cancer warning signs on routine CT scans an average of 475 days before diagnosis, but further testing is required.

Nearly 300 Boston Dynamics employees have urged the company to cancel a $1.3m contract supplying four modified Spot robots to ICE, but the deal is proceeding.

China's AI-heavy STAR50 index has fallen about 40% from its July peak, erasing roughly US$480 billion in market value and raising concerns about valuations, IPOs and broader technology stocks.

Freddy Peralta faces his former Milwaukee teammates in Game 3 as the Tampa Bay Rays attempt to recover from a 2-0 World Series deficit at home.

Apple has unveiled a redesigned iPad mini with an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip, IP67 resistance and upgraded cameras, starting at $699 in the US.

Prince Harry has said he wants to repair his relationships with King Charles III and Prince William, but royal commentators question whether public discussion of the rift will help.

Anthropic's IPO filing details rapid revenue growth, major computing commitments, extensive AI-related risks and a governance structure giving founders and a trust significant control.

Anthropic has publicly filed for an IPO on Nasdaq, but has not set a trading date, offering size or valuation as investors assess its growth, losses and governance.

Nvidia shares rose nearly 2% after Anthropic filed for an IPO and Meta announced plans to raise up to $95 billion to fund artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Surgery Partners shares jumped nearly 46% after HealthSpan Partners agreed to acquire the outpatient surgery operator for about $5.7 billion, including debt, in an all-cash deal.

Apple shares fell after reaching a record high as analyst downgrades, rising memory costs and concerns about production weighed against strong early iPhone Duo demand.

Starbucks shares rose ahead of quarterly results, with investors watching for evidence that Brian Niccol's turnaround is sustaining sales growth and improving customer traffic.

Xencor shares rose nearly 20% after early data showed its experimental kidney cancer drug produced tumour shrinkage in 45.5% of 11 evaluable patients.

EQT has agreed to acquire Range Resources in an all-stock transaction, creating a gas producer with more than $50 billion in enterprise value and extensive Appalachian assets.

Oruka Therapeutics shares rose after its experimental psoriasis treatment produced complete skin clearance in 61% of patients receiving the highest dose in a Phase 2b trial.

Par Pacific shares rose 7% as investors returned to refining stocks, despite no confirmed company-specific catalyst. Elevated margins and tight global fuel supplies continue to support the sector.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 260 points in early Monday trading, partially recovering from Friday's sharp decline as investors awaited earnings reports and a Federal Reserve meeting.

In the first direct comparison of the leading obesity drugs, tirzepatide delivered greater average weight loss than semaglutide, while growing use is influencing health trends, sales and consumer habits.

A2O Lite has made a record-setting debut in South Korea, driven by Lee Soo-man's reputation, but analysts say comparisons with Blackpink are premature without sustained global success.

Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 0.8% to a late-July low as chip and AI stocks declined, while energy, trading and financial shares gained ahead of key global earnings and central-bank decisions.