California lawmakers are advancing a new bill that could gradually remove ultra-processed foods from public school meals. If enacted, the phaseout would begin in 2028 and reach full elimination by 2032.

A California study is challenging a common assumption about homelessness and substance use. Researchers found 37% of unhoused people surveyed reported regular illicit drug use, pointing to a more complicated statewide picture.

Major AI companies are developing emergency shutdown tools designed for worst-case scenarios. The work is aimed at giving companies a last-resort option if advanced systems behave in dangerous or unpredictable ways.

Demand for GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy is expanding beyond older adults and into college-age users. On campuses, doctors and health officials say social media, cost, and limited medical oversight are shaping how these drugs are being used.

Toys R Us is expanding again with new airport stores that add candy shops and cafes to the toy aisles. The latest locations mark a new format for the brand as it rebuilds its U.S. footprint.

New survey and inflation data show many Americans are heading into the holiday shopping season with a close eye on prices. Retailers are also signaling that discounts and timing could matter more this year.