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• Public health experts warn that the U.S. has effectively lost its measles elimination status, as only 6% of 2026 cases are now linked to travel compared to a historical average of 40%. • In other health news, the FDA approved bulevirtide on May 22, 2026, marking the first-ever approved treatment for Hepatitis Delta. • On June 17, the federal government announced $223.1 million in new funding for CCBHC community mental health clinics to improve care access and reduce emergency room visits.

• AI-related stocks experienced a significant slump this week, leading investors to question whether the artificial intelligence market bubble is beginning to burst. • Despite the volatility, analysts suggest these market moves may not yet signal the end of the broader AI boom. • The downturn has fundamental implications for U.S. retirement accounts, which remain heavily tied to the financial performance of major players like SpaceX.

The markets are souring on artificial intelligence, but is this the bubble being burst? Meanwhile, California proposes a tax on billionairesHello, and welcome to TechScape. I’m Blake Montgomery, US tech editor at the Guardian, writing to you after fending off sunburns at the beach. Today, we’re discussing a rocky week for the AI industry’s finances and how California’s proposed billionaire’s tax is changing the political posture of the state’s governor.Impact of social media ban for under-16s in UK hinges on how firm it isUK under-16s social media ban: which apps will be blocked and how will it work?‘Tech firms are losing the public’: social media age bans near tipping pointOpenAI staggers AI model release after Trump administration requestMeta pauses employee tracker for AI training amid privacy concerns‘It’s dangerous and it’s going to erode trust’: redesign of US government websites stokes surveillance fearsCalifornia billionaire tax will appear on ballot after deadline for deal passes | Technology | The Guardian Continue reading...

• Benzinga's "Stock Whisper Index" has identified five stocks currently seeing a surge in reader interest, including American Airlines and AMC Entertainment Holdings. • American Airlines is being closely monitored as investors anticipate the release of its second-quarter financial results in July. • AMC Entertainment reported its busiest U.S. weekend of 2026, driven by the theatrical success of "Toy Story 5."

• Several high-profile series, including 'Cape Fear,' 'The Vampire Lestat,' and Season 5 of 'The Bear,' are ineligible for the 2026 Emmy Awards. • The exclusion is based on eligibility windows, meaning these specific seasons or titles will not be considered for nominations during that cycle. • There is significant anticipation for 'The Vampire Lestat' to gain awards momentum now that it is streaming on Netflix, potentially increasing its visibility to voters.

• Salesforce has agreed to acquire Fin, an Irish-founded company, in a deal valued at $3.6 billion. • This acquisition represents one of the largest technology deals involving an Irish firm, highlighting the country's growing role as a global tech hub. • The move underscores Salesforce's strategic bet on the future of AI, leveraging Ireland's strong ecosystem of cloud computing, fintech, and data services.

Governor Michele Bullock delivers a strong message after the Reserve Bank holds the cash rate at 4.35%, ending a run of three risesRBA interest rates: Reserve Bank holds official cash rate at 4.35%Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIt will take more than a ceasefire in the Middle East to prevent the Reserve Bank from hiking interest rates again.That was the strong message from the RBA governor, Michele Bullock, after the central bank held its cash rate at 4.35%, putting an end to a run of three increases. Continue reading...