One Tech Tip: How to clean your computer, earbuds and smartphone

LONDON (AP) — Cleaning your electronic devices is essential for hygiene and performance. Regular cleaning not only keeps gadgets looking good but also extends their lifespan and prevents health issues. Check manufacturer guidelines and always power off devices first. Use tools like microfiber cloths, cotton swabs, and isopropyl alcohol for safe cleaning. For keyboards, compressed air or a hair dryer on a cold setting helps remove debris. Earbuds need extra care to avoid buildup, with different brands recommending specific methods. Smartphones should be wiped with a lint-free cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals. Regular maintenance ensures your devices stay clean and functional.

Police: Home of Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte burglarized during All-Star break

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Police are investigating a burglary at a home reportedly owned by Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte. The incident occurred Tuesday night while Marte was playing in the MLB All-Star game in Atlanta. Authorities describe it as a "high-dollar residential burglary" involving stolen personal items and jewelry. No one was home during the break-in. Records from the Maricopa County Assessor's Office confirm Marte owns a property on the block. Marte contributed to the National League's victory with a two-run double in the first inning. The investigation remains active, and no further details have been released.

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt are expecting their first child

Pete Davidson and his girlfriend, Elsie Hewitt, are expecting their first child. Hewitt announced the news Wednesday on Instagram. She shared an ultrasound video and photos of herself with Davidson. A representative for Davidson confirmed the announcement. The couple were first seen together in March. They began dating after Davidson’s breakup with actor Madelyn Cline last July. Davidson has previously expressed his excitement about becoming a father. He called it a chapter he looks forward to. Hewitt is a model and actor. This will be the first child for both Davidson and Hewitt.

Trump says Coca-Cola will use real sugar in its US flagship drink. The company isn't confirming that

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says that Coca-Cola had agreed to use real cane sugar in its flagship soft drink in the U.S. at his suggestion. The switch from high-fructose corn syrup in Coke sold in the United States would put Coca-Cola in line with its practice in other countries, including Mexico. It wouldn’t affect Trump’s drink of choice, Diet Coke, which uses aspartame as a calorie-free beverage. Trump called the change a “very good move." But the Atlanta-based Coca-Cola Co. didn't confirm the move, saying only that it appreciated Trump's enthusiasm while promising that more details on new offerings within its products would be shared soon.

Labubu not the first toy craze, and certainly won't be the last

Pop Mart has struck it rich. The Chinese company that caters to toy connoisseurs and influencers said this week that it expects profit for the first six months of this year to jump by at least 350% compared with the prior-year period, largely because of its smash hit plush toy, the Labubu. Pop Mart joins a small list of companies that have tapped into the zeitgeist, drawing in millions of buyers who, for one reason or another, simply must get their hands on a toy or gadget of the moment.

Norwegian Olympic ski cross medalist Audun Groenvold dies after being struck by lightning

OSLO, Norway (AP) — Olympic ski cross medalist Audun Groenvold has died after being struck by lightning. The Norwegian ski federation made the announcement. He was 49. Groenvold won bronze at the 2010 Vancouver Games. The federation says he was recently struck by lightning during a cabin trip. He was “quickly taken to hospital and received treatment for the injuries he sustained in the lightning strike.” He then died Tuesday night. Groenvold was a member of Norway’s Alpine skiing team before he moved into freestyle and ski cross. He also won a bronze medal in ski cross at the 2005 world championships and the overall ski cross cup in 2007.

Indian police find Russian woman and her 2 daughters living in an isolated forest cave

NEW DELHI (AP) — Police in India’s southern Karnataka state say they have found a Russian woman and her two young daughters living in isolation in a remote forest cave. The woman, identified as Nina Kutina, and her daughters, were found by police during a routine patrol to Ramatirtha Hill, a popular tourist site on the coast of Karnataka, on July 9. Police officer Sridhar SR said the family had been living in the cave for more than a week. Police said they were taking steps to repatriate Kutina to Russia for overstaying her visa. She and her children have been moved to a nearby detention facility for foreigners living illegally in India.

Trial opens against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other leaders over Facebook privacy violations

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — An $8 billion-dollar class action investors’ lawsuit against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and company leaders began Wednesday, with claims stemming from the privacy scandal involving the Cambridge Analytica political consulting firm. The fallout from that case led to Facebook agreeing to pay a $5.1 billion penalty to settle FTC charges. Now shareholders want Zuckerberg and others to reimburse Meta for the fine and other legal costs, which the plaintiffs estimate total more than $8 billion. Former board member Jeffrey Zientz, in afternoon testimony, says he saw no evidence that Zuckerberg did anything wrong.

Iceland volcano eruption forces evacuation of town and iconic geothermal spa

LONDON (AP) — A volcanic eruption in southwestern Iceland has once again forced the evacuation of local residents and tourists at the internationally known Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. Iceland's local broadcaster, RUV, says the eruption began at around 4 a.m. local time on Wednesday, triggering the evacuation of the town of Grindavik, a campsite and the Blue Lagoon spa. Some 100 people were evacuated from the town of Grindavik shortly after the seismic activity began. The Met Office says lava from the eruption is flowing southeast from a fissure in the barren landscape that is 700 to 1,000 meters wide, but the molten rock isn’t threatening any infrastructure.

Pam Bondi dodges questions on Epstein and Bongino amid Justice Department turmoil

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Attorney General Pam Bondi refused to answer questions Tuesday about investigate files related to Jeffrey Epstein and her clash with a top FBI official. She's seeking to press ahead with a business-as-usual approach in the face of right-wing outrage that has plunged the Justice Department into turmoil. Bondi was pressed by reporters at an announcement touting drug seizures. The Trump administration is struggling to contain the fallout of a decision not to release any more records related to the wealthy financier’s sex trafficking investigation.