Lutnick will appear before a House panel to answer for his changing story on Epstein
‘Chaos’ followed ruling on abortion drug access, and providers say more uncertainty lies ahead
ADL reports a sharp drop in US antisemitic incidents in 2025, driven by a steep fall on campuses
Venezuela tells UN court that mineral-rich part of Guyana was 'fraudulently' taken in colonial era
Disney offsets fewer overseas visitors with streaming and stronger spending at parks
AMD forecast sparks AI‑driven rally in US chipmaker stocks
The WNBA’s 30th season brings 2 new teams, a transformational CBA and another title chase for Aces
Pope to inaugurate Barcelona's Sagrada Familia tower and meet with migrants in June trip to Spain
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Democrats look for a foothold in Iowa as Vance visits to boost Republicans
Democrats believe they can make Iowa a political battleground again
May 04, 2026Economy
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GameStop makes daring $56 billion bid for eBay, hoping to rival Amazon
GameStop makes daring $56 billion bid for eBay, hoping to rival Amazon
May 04, 2026
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ECB's Kazimir: June rate hike all but inevitable
A European Central Bank rate hike in June is all but inevitable as higher energy costs are bound to spread to the broader economy and developments in the Iran war have not
May 04, 2026
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Dollar rises, European stocks and bonds fall after reports of U.S. warship being hit missiles
The dollar strengthened while European shares and bond prices fell on Monday after Iran's Fars News agency reported that two missiles hit a U.S. warship when it tried to pass
May 04, 2026
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Power suppliers hesitate as Venezuela seeks grid repairs without payment guarantees
When potential providers and financiers for Venezuela's electric industry, including Siemens Energy and GE
May 04, 2026
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US SEC review delays first prediction-market ETFs
More than two dozen exchange-traded funds tied
May 04, 2026
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Cerebras targets $26.6 billion valuation in US IPO as AI chip demand surges
Nvidia-rival Cerebras is seeking a valuation of as much as $26.62 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, as heavy spending on AI
May 04, 2026
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Global equity funds attract inflows for sixth week on earnings optimism
Global equity funds drew inflows for a sixth straight week through April 29, as optimism over strong first-quarter earnings outweighed investor concerns about the Middle East
May 04, 2026
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UAE says it is discussing currency swap line with US
The United Arab Emirates is discussing a currency swap line with the United States, its trade minister said on Monday.
May 04, 2026
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European shares drop as Middle East continues to hit sentiment
European shares dropped on Monday as hostilities in the Middle East showed no signs of easing and crude oil prices soared, with investors grappling
May 04, 2026
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South African factory mood improves in April, Absa PMI shows
A gauge of South African manufacturing sentiment improved in April as output and new sales orders rebounded after a weak first quarter, a purchasing managers' index (
May 04, 2026
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Indonesia, Japan sign defence cooperation agreement
Indonesia and Japan signed a defence cooperation agreement on Monday, officials said, which includes cooperation in the defence industry, human development and disaster
May 04, 2026
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ECB needs "critical mass of data" before hikes, Villeroy says
The European Central Bank needs clear evidence inflationary pressures are becoming entrenched to begin raising interest rates, Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de
May 04, 2026
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US restaurant sales drop as Iran war pushes gasoline prices higher
Several U.S. restaurant chains including Wingstop and Domino's reported weaker-than-expected sales growth in the latest quarter, saying that soaring gasoline
May 04, 2026
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Cost gap drives some US borrowers from private credit to bank-led syndicated loans
Signs of turmoil in private credit are pushing some borrowers to the syndicated loans market, which is proving to be significantly cheaper
May 04, 2026
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US evacuates 22 crew members on seized Iranian ship to Pakistan
The U.S. has evacuated 22 crew members held aboard an Iranian container vessel to Pakistan and will hand them over to Iranian authorities on Monday, Pakistan's foreign
May 04, 2026
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Australian Jews tell antisemitism inquiry of surge in hate before Bondi Hanukkah massacre
An Australian inquiry into antisemitism has heard from Jewish Australians who feel increasingly fearful after a massacre at a Hanukkah celebration
May 04, 2026
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SK Hynix shares rally 13% after US tech firms signal strong AI spending plans
Shares of SK Hynix surged 13% to a record high on Monday, driven by foreign buying, after some big U.S. tech firms last week hiked their investment plans for
May 04, 2026
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French manufacturing output and orders rise in April on inflation fears, PMI shows
French manufacturing output and new orders rose in April as customers sped up purchases due to inflationary pressures linked to the Iran conflict, a survey by S&P Global
May 04, 2026
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German factory outlook turns negative for first time since 2024, PMI shows
German manufacturer sentiment turned negative in April for the first time since October 2024 even as overall activity grew, with firms frontloading orders to beat price rises
May 04, 2026
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Supply concerns lift orders for Spain's manufacturers in April, PMI shows
Spain's manufacturing output and new orders rose in April as clients rushed to secure stock amid disruptions due to the war in Iran, a survey by S&P Global showed on Monday.
May 04, 2026
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Barclays becomes latest brokerage to bet on no Fed rate cuts in 2026
Barclays on Monday joined a growing list of brokerages to bet on no policy easing from the U.S.
May 04, 2026
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Italian manufacturing cost pressures at 4-year high in April, PMI shows
Cost pressures in Italy's manufacturing sector hit their highest level in almost four years in April, fuelled by the conflict in the Middle East, a survey showed on Monday.
May 04, 2026
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ECB surveys see quick return of inflation to target
Euro zone inflation will surge this year on higher energy prices but will then quickly retreat and will be around the 2% target by next year, the European Central Bank's
May 04, 2026
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Yen jumps briefly as Japan takes on speculators
A brief jolt higher in the yen on Monday sparked speculation that Japan had again sought to defend its sinking currency, though analysts say
May 04, 2026
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Euro zone firms see new inflation surge if war lasts months, ECB poll shows
Euro zone firms see the risk of a new inflation surge akin to that seen after the COVID-19 pandemic if the war in Iran lasts months, disrupting the supply of fuel,
May 04, 2026
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Euro area factories snapped up raw materials in April as optimism slumped amid Middle East war - PMI
Euro area manufacturers rushed to build inventories of raw materials in April amid fears of further supply disruptions and higher costs linked to conflict in the Middle East
May 04, 2026
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Euro zone investor morale improves slightly in May, Sentix survey shows
The Sentix index measuring investor morale in the euro zone improved slightly in May, indicating that investors do not expect a further escalation of the Iran conflict, but
May 04, 2026
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UK's left-wing Greens seek to topple Labour's London strongholds
In the Labour stronghold of Hackney in east London, human rights lawyer Nadeshda Jayakody is one of many voters switching to the Green
May 04, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Singapore and NZ sign deal to keep supply chains open, say they are open to interest from other countries
The leaders of Singapore and New Zealand signed an agreement to keep their supply chains open during times of crisis on Monday, and said they hoped the agreement would be
May 04, 2026
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Russia manufacturing contracts for 11th straight month in April, PMI shows
Russia's manufacturing sector contracted for the 11th month running in April as output and new orders fell again and employment posted its sharpest drop in four years, a
May 04, 2026
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Opening the Strait, or maybe not
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. A new week and we're back to Strait watching.
May 04, 2026
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From airlines to banks: Australian, New Zealand firms feel heat of Gulf crisis
Companies in Australia and New Zealand are beginning to signal the financial strain from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, as higher fuel prices stoke inflation, dent business and
April 14, 2026
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Australia, Japan strengthen critical minerals ties
Australia and Japan have beefed up their cooperation around critical minerals amid a state visit by Japan's prime minister, with the countries providing A$1.67 billion ($
May 04, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
India's factory growth stays sluggish in April amid war-led soaring costs, PMI shows
India's manufacturing growth edged up slightly in April but remained stuck near a four-year low as weak demand and soaring input costs driven by the Middle East war
May 04, 2026
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GameStop makes bold $56 billion play for eBay, ready to go hostile
GameStop proposed on Sunday to buy eBay Inc for about $56 billion in a cash-and-stock deal, with CEO Ryan Cohen saying he was prepared to take
May 04, 2026
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Kone's new TK Elevator deal comes amid climate change on European champions
Brussels' antitrust rules have already once helped derail an attempt to create the world's top lift
May 04, 2026
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An unfinished Iran war could give Xi the upper hand in Trump talks, sources say
An unfinished Iran war could give Xi the upper hand in Trump talks, sources say
May 04, 2026
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Fewer AAPI adults report hate incidents but racism concerns linger, new poll shows
A new poll indicates fewer Asian American and Pacific Islander adults are reporting overt anti-Asian attacks than during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic
May 04, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Anthropic nears $1.5 billion AI joint venture with Wall Street firms, WSJ reports
Anthropic is finalizing an about $1.5 billion joint venture with Blackstone, Goldman Sachs and a handful of other Wall Street firms to sell artificial-intelligence tools to private-
May 04, 2026
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GameStop makes bold $56 billion play for eBay, ready to go hostile
GameStop proposed on Sunday to buy eBay Inc for about $56 billion in a cash-and-stock deal, with CEO Ryan Cohen saying he was prepared to take
May 04, 2026
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Trump says the US will 'guide' stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced “Project Freedom” to help ships leave the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday
May 03, 2026
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National Australia Bank posts first-half profit miss, warns of Middle East conflict risks
National Australia Bank on Monday reported weaker first-half cash earnings, hurt by one-off and potential bad debt charges, while warning that the
May 04, 2026
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NZ's a2 Milk shares plunge on US infant formula recall as cereulide detected
New Zealand's a2 Milk on Monday said it was recalling three batches of its a2 Platinum infant milk formula sold in the U.S. after testing detected
May 04, 2026
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UK eyes joining EU's 90 billion euro Ukraine loan to tap defence orders
Britain is in talks to join the European Union's 90 billion euro ($105.13 billion) loan to Ukraine to qualify for Kyiv's defence orders that the loan finances, but will
May 04, 2026
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Bank of Korea deputy chief says time to consider rate hikes
The Bank of Korea's senior deputy governor said forward guidance on monetary policy would become more hawkish at the next meeting later this month, as it was time to consider
May 04, 2026
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Samsung Electronics appoints new TV chief amid mounting competition
Samsung Electronics, the world's No.
May 04, 2026
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China robot-hand-building unicorn Linkerbot targets $6 billion valuation
Chinese robotics startup Linkerbot, the global market leader in highly dexterous robotic hands for humanoids, will seek a $6 billion valuation in its next
May 04, 2026
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Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States would begin an effort to free up ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday morning.
May 04, 2026
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Trump says US operation will aid ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said on Sunday the U.S. would start an effort on Monday morning to free ships stranded in the Strait of
May 02, 2026
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Spirit says most customers refunded after abrupt shutdown
Spirit Airlines said on Sunday it had almost completed refunding passengers and returning its crew to their home bases following its
May 04, 2026
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Kashkari says Iran war limits Fed's ability to provide rate guidance
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May 03, 2026
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US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell
US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell
May 04, 2026
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Tech billionaire pushes to restore Dungeness crab season for Thanksgiving
Tech billionaire pushes to restore Dungeness crab season for Thanksgiving
May 04, 2026
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Text scam brings 200 people to Denver County Court
Text scam brings 200 people to Denver County Court
May 04, 2026
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Families of Shreveport shooting victims say fundraiser money has not reached them
Families of Shreveport shooting victims say fundraiser money has not reached them
May 04, 2026
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Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration
Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration
May 03, 2026
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Firefighter learns to walk again after 40-foot fall. But who's paying for his leave?
Firefighter learns to walk again after 40-foot fall. But who's paying for his leave?
May 03, 2026
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Expert details program linked to 5 Minnesota autism centers raided in fraud investigation
Expert details program linked to 5 Minnesota autism centers raided in fraud investigation
May 03, 2026
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Sales of used electric vehicles on the rise in Minnesota amid gas price hikes
Sales of used electric vehicles on the rise in Minnesota amid gas price hikes
May 03, 2026
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Rising gas prices force Twin Cities Lyft, Uber drivers to reconsider gig work
Rising gas prices force Twin Cities Lyft, Uber drivers to reconsider gig work
May 03, 2026
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US Attorney Pirro says Fed IG's findings will dictate future of her Powell probe
By Michael S.
May 03, 2026
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OPEC+ countries agree modest rise in production as Iran retains chokehold on key Strait of Hormuz
Seven countries in the OPEC+ grouping of oil-producing countries — including Saudi Arabia and Russia — say they’ve decided to a modest increase in production starting in June as part of a commitment to “market stability.”
May 03, 2026
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ECB policymaker says euro zone recession concerns 'real and justified'
Concerns that the euro zone could slip into recession if the conflict in the Middle East continued are "real and justified" and talks to end the Iran war will be key for the
May 03, 2026
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Stress in private credit could spark 'psychological contagion,' Fed's Barr tells Bloomberg News
U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said stress in private credit could spark "psychological contagion" leading to a broader credit crunch, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday.
May 03, 2026
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Asia finance leaders say they are ready to act to stem volatility risks
Finance leaders of China, Japan, South Korea and the ASEAN group of 10 Southeast Asian states said on Sunday they would pay attention to risks stemming from excessive volatility in
May 03, 2026
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Backed by tech money, a moderate Democrat from Silicon Valley mounts a bid for California governor
Backed by tech money, a moderate Democrat from Silicon Valley mounts a bid for California governor
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel
Here’s what to know about Spirit Airlines shutting down — and what to do if you had a flight with the airline
Here’s what to know about Spirit Airlines shutting down — and what to do if you had a flight with the airline
May 03, 2026
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What a deserted mall in Moscow says about Russia’s economic woes
What a deserted mall in Moscow says about Russia’s economic woes
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
ADB launches $70 billion plan for energy, digital infrastructure in Asia-Pacific
The Asian Development Bank on Sunday announced a $70 billion programme to expand energy and digital infrastructure across the Asia-Pacific region by 2035, aiming to strengthen
May 03, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Asian Development Bank offers help to Pacific countries hit by Iran war
The Asian Development Bank said on Sunday it was ready to deliver urgent help to the countries in the Pacific region, which has been rattled by the war in the
May 03, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine hits key Russian oil-loading port and 3 'shadow fleet' tankers
Ukraine has launched a wave of strikes against Russia’s oil export infrastructure, hitting a key loading port on the Baltic Sea and three tankers that Ukraine alleges were illegally used to transport Russian crude
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Health
Landlords want to be paid for pandemic losses and hope to reach a deal with the Trump administration
A group of landlords are hoping to settle with the federal government over what they say are billions of dollars in losses due to the federal eviction moratorium in place for nearly a year during the pandemic
May 03, 2026
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OPEC+ agrees third oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure
OPEC+ agreed on Sunday a modest oil output hike for June, an increase that will remain largely on paper as long as the Iran
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle
Berkshire shareholders like Greg Abel, but following Warren Buffett is tough
Greg Abel earns wide praise from shareholders for his leadership and management abilities at Berkshire Hathaway, but the aura created by his
May 03, 2026
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How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races
The number of competitive U.S. House of Representatives districts in this fall’s midterm elections was already near historic lows before the U.S.
May 03, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea
China accused the Philippines of landing personnel on a disputed reef in the South China Sea on Sunday as Manila said it would dispatch ships to drive off Chinese vessels it
May 03, 2026
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Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil's Copacabana beach
Shakira has performed a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro
May 03, 2026
Economy|Health|World
Cubans struggle to survive on pocket-size government ration books as products dwindle
Cuba's pocket-size government ration book has been circulating for more than six decades
May 03, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Spain should get new seat on ECB board, outgoing VP says
Spain should retain a seat on the European Central Bank's Executive Board and even the presidency was a possibility, outgoing ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos said in a
May 03, 2026
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Travel plans upended as Spirit Airlines shuts down, leaving passengers scrambling for other options
Travel plans upended as Spirit Airlines shuts down, leaving passengers scrambling for other options
May 02, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Travel|World
Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food
Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food
May 03, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|World
President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war
President Donald Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but expressed skepticism it would be acceptable
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Sports
Padres announce agreement to sell team to investor group led by Kwanza Jones and José E. Feliciano
The San Diego Padres have reached an agreement to sell control of the team to an investor group led by Kwanza Jones and José E
May 03, 2026
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Berkshire shareholders reject report on workforce oversight, approve say-on-pay
Berkshire Hathaway shareholders on Saturday overwhelmingly rejected a proposal
May 03, 2026
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Berkshire CEO Greg Abel says insurance becoming increasingly competitive
Berkshire Hathaway reported improved first-quarter performance from the conglomerate's insurance businesses, but CEO
May 03, 2026
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Taiwan's president lands in Eswatini in a trip delayed by lack of overflight clearance
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te says he has arrived in Eswatini, Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, despite flight challenges reportedly due to Chinese pressure
May 02, 2026
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Recent inflation data was 'bad news,' Fed's Goolsbee says
Inflation data last week was "bad news" for the U.S.
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
CEO Greg Abel moves to assure Berkshire shareholders in a post-Buffett world, with record cash
Greg Abel moved to assure Berkshire Hathaway shareholders that he will invest wisely and manage the
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel
Americans on a budget mourn loss of low-cost Spirit Airlines
U.S. travelers lamented news of the shutdown of Spirit Airlines on Saturday, saying that the closure of the ultra-low-cost carrier eliminates one of the
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Crowd shrinks as Berkshire Hathaway's new CEO leads the annual meeting for the first time Saturday
Berkshire Hathaway’s new CEO Greg Abel opened the first annual meeting without Warren Buffett on stage Saturday
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can't keep up with higher oil prices
Spirit Airlines has announced it is going out of business after 34 years
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
After Spirit collapse, Duffy says no need for US budget airline bailout
U.S.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel
Spirit Airlines canceled all flights and is going out of business
Spirit Airlines canceled all flights and is going out of business
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World
Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses
Major airlines and the U.S. government scrambled to help stranded passengers and employees after bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment
Berkshire CEO Abel says 'we're back to first base' in wildfire litigation
Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel on Saturday welcomed a recent court
May 02, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Top Republicans express concern over Trump plan to withdraw troops from Germany
Two top Republican lawmakers expressed concern on Saturday about the Pentagon's decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Travel
Spirit Airlines shutdown: What to do to get home and get refunds
The collapse of the U.S.-based Spirit Airlines may mark the end of an era for travelers with a certain financial sensibility
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Travel|World
Spirit Airlines built a model the industry copied. Then it collapsed
Spirit Airlines has ended its 34-year run, closing the chapter on a discount carrier that reshaped U.S. air travel
May 02, 2026
Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?
Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?
May 02, 2026
Economy|Education|Political|US|World
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting
May 02, 2026
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Here’s how Berkshire Hathaway did in its first quarter without Warren Buffett as CEO
Here’s how Berkshire Hathaway did in its first quarter without Warren Buffett as CEO
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure, sources say
OPEC+ has agreed in principle to raise oil output targets in June, two sources familiar with the group's thinking said on Saturday, but
May 02, 2026
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Berkshire Hathaway profit rises despite consumer stress, cash sets record
Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday reported a higher first-quarter operating profit even as economic uncertainty weighed on several of its consumer-
May 02, 2026
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Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war
(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)
May 02, 2026
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Fighting reaches outskirts of Kostiantynivka, a Ukrainian stronghold
Russian troops are inching toward the city of Kostiantynivka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, trying to establish a foothold close to a heavily defended area, Ukraine's top
May 02, 2026
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China's Commerce Ministry blocks US sanctions against five refineries
China’s Ministry of Commerce said on Saturday it had issued an injunction to block U.S. sanctions imposed on five Chinese refiners accused of buying Iranian oil, according
May 02, 2026
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Spirit Airlines shuts down, industry's first Iran war casualty
Bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on Saturday, the industry's first
May 01, 2026
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Trump likes the idea of the government owning some US companies but took a pass on Spirit Airlines
President Donald Trump has taken a shine to the government taking stakes in the private sector
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Health
The long shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic creeps into the race for Ohio governor
Democrat Amy Acton is running unopposed in her party’s primary for Ohio governor, but she'll face some steep challenges in the November general election
May 02, 2026
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What Spirit Airlines ticket holders need to know
What Spirit Airlines ticket holders need to know
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Expensive tortillas, fewer buses: How war in Iran is squeezing Latin America
Expensive tortillas, fewer buses: How war in Iran is squeezing Latin America
May 02, 2026
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Drone kills 2 in Kherson minibus strike, as Russia claims front-line progress
Two people have been killed after a Russian drone attacked a minibus in Kherson, Ukraine, according to local officials
May 02, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan, Vietnam seek deeper energy, minerals ties amid geopolitical risks
(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
China's railway hit new single-day passenger record on May Day
China's railway network transported 24.8 million passengers on May 1, setting a new single-day record, according to data from the China State Railway Group.
May 02, 2026
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Trump auto tariff hike could cost Germany nearly $18 billion in output, institute says
The tariff hike on cars and trucks from the European Union announced by U.S.
May 02, 2026
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Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday
Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
What oil crisis? China’s EVs are ready to dominate the 21st century
What oil crisis? China’s EVs are ready to dominate the 21st century
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Food
Inside Italy’s secret ‘Cheese Bank,’ where Parmigiano Reggiano becomes financial gold
Inside Italy’s secret ‘Cheese Bank,’ where Parmigiano Reggiano becomes financial gold
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Ukraine is hitting oil facilities deep inside Russia. Soaring fuel prices could blunt the impact
Ukrainian drones are flying deep into Russia to strike oil facilities
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology
In the PR battle for AI data centers, tech giants got a blue-collar ally
Building trades unions have long been considered a voice of the American worker
May 02, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Travel|World
Fuel crisis uncertainty looms as Croatia gears up for the summer tourism season
Summer is a few months away, but the streets of Croatia’s old town of Dubrovnik are already teeming with tourists
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders
Federal judges around the country have raised alarms in recent months about the Trump administration’s failure to follow their orders in individual immigration cases
May 02, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Africa’s cellphone towers turn to solar as diesel costs surge
Cellphone tower operators across Africa are increasingly turning to solar power to reduce reliance on costly diesel fuel and expand connectivity in off-grid areas
May 02, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
President Donald Trump said on Friday the U.S.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Coinbase says deal reached on key provision of crypto bill
Coinbase said on Friday a deal has been reached on a key provision in a landmark crypto legislation that could
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Spirit Airlines prepares to cease operations overnight, sources say
Bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations around 3 a.m. on Saturday (0700 GMT), two people close to the discussions, who declined to be named as the
May 02, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump expands US sanctions on Cuban government and affiliates
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount
President Donald Trump says his administration is still weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines “but only if it's a good deal” for the government
May 01, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump rallies seniors in Florida as Republicans face tough elections
In his first event outside the White House since an apparent assassination attempt, U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies
U.S.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Mexico's Sheinbaum taps new agriculture minister
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has tapped agronomist Columba Jasmin Lopez to be the country's next minister of agriculture and rural development, replacing current
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China was the birthplace of recreational drones. Now you can’t buy one in Beijing
China was the birthplace of recreational drones. Now you can’t buy one in Beijing
May 02, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan
President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end the war
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US
ActBlue sues to block Texas attorney general's 'retribution' lawsuit
Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Friday, trying to block the Republican from pursuing investigations and
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
US warns European allies including UK and Poland of arms shipment delays, FT reports
Washington has warned European allies including the UK, Poland, Lithuania and Estonia to expect long delivery delays for U.S. weapons as the war
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Barclays lifts 2026 Brent forecast to $100 on prolonged Hormuz disruption
Barclays on Friday raised its 2026 Brent crude forecast to $100 per barrel from $85, citing the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Education
Brown University cuts stake in Blue Owl private credit fund by over 50%
Brown University's $8 billion endowment cut its stake in a publicly traded private credit fund run by alternative asset manager Blue Owl Capital by roughly 53%, according to a
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
GameStop is preparing offer for eBay, WSJ reports
GameStop is preparing an offer for eBay as CEO Ryan Cohen pursues plans to boost the struggling videogame retailer's market value more than tenfold, the Wall Street Journal reported
May 02, 2026
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
The Bezos of it all: The Met Gala’s billionaire moment
The Bezos of it all: The Met Gala’s billionaire moment
May 02, 2026
Economy|Education|Sports
Colleges continue cutting tennis programs to fund other sports and athlete payments
The NCAA men’s and women’s tennis tournaments are underway and what should be a time of celebration for the sport has had a pall cast over it with more Division I schools announcing this week they would be dropping their programs because of the new financial realities of college athletics
May 02, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
US LNG exports to Asia surged in April as Middle East conflict curtailed supply
U.S. exports of liquefied natural gas to Asia jumped in April, with American producers helping offset reduced supplies from Middle Eastern exporters as
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Purdue Pharma dissolves in bankruptcy, names board of nonprofit successor
Purdue Pharma said on Friday that it has ceased operations and concluded its bankruptcy, re-emerging as a nonprofit focused on treating opioid addiction,
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump says he's dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US Treasury seen holding coupon sizes steady, leaning on bills as tariff refunds loom
The U.S.
May 02, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status
A federal judge in New York is protecting about 3,000 refugees from Yemen from being forced to leave the U.S., saying the Temporary Protected Status that was repeatedly granted to them should be extended again
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Apple leads Wall Street to more records as oil prices pull back
The U.S. stock market set more records after Apple, Estee Lauder and others joined the list of companies delivering fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq advanced to record closing highs on Friday, boosted by robust earnings and a dip in crude prices, and turning
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Colombia-Ecuador trade collapsing as tariff war intensifies, business groups say
The flow of goods between Colombia and Ecuador is drying up, industry groups on the South American countries' border say, as high
May 02, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for 2,800 Yemeni nationals
A federal judge on Friday blocked U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Saudi oil prince's iron grip faces ultimate test with UAE's shock OPEC exit
Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman now has an OPEC challenge to deal with on top of the largest ever disruption to
May 02, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's proposal to end the war
U.S. President Donald Trump says that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end war between the countries
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US
Kentucky man charged in deadly bank robbery after high-speed chase
An 18-year-old Kentucky man who led police on a high-speed chase has been charged in a deadly bank robbery that left two people dead
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Nations preserve a plan to adopt a global fee on shipping emissions, but keep their options open
The world’s maritime nations preserved a plan to adopt the first global carbon fee on shipping, as they agreed to keep working on it in the fall and adjourned their meeting
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from the EU, accusing it of not complying with trade deal
The head of the European Parliament trade committee calls President Donald Trump’s tariff hike on European Union automobiles “unacceptable.”
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US
Ninety-four-year-old former leader Raul Castro joined thousands of Cubans in an International Workers' Day march on Friday that passed through the capital of
May 01, 2026
Economy|World
Trump's tariffs on EU autos show US to be unreliable, says EU parliament's trade committee chair
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance
Saks Global sends its bankruptcy plan to a creditor vote
Saks Global received court approval on Friday to send its bankruptcy plan to creditors for a vote, asking them to approve a restructuring that would wipe
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
WTO plans 10% budget cut as US falls back into arrears, documents show
The World Trade Organization is set to cut about 10% of its spending - including hiring freezes and reductions in short‑term staff - after the U.S. fell
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Cboe to cut staff by 20% as exchange operator sharpens focus on core business
Cboe Global Markets' CEO Craig Donohue on Friday outlined plans to sharpen the exchange operator's focus on key businesses, including a 20% reduction in its global workforce.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|World
The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul
The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul
May 02, 2026
Economy|World
Cuba's electric and petroleum workers celebrate their colleagues during massive rally
Tens of thousands of Cubans have crowded along Havana’s famed seawall to celebrate workers on their day, but few are more applauded than those who keep the socialist country powered
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
Driverless cars in California can now get traffic tickets under new DMV rules
Driverless cars in California can now get traffic tickets under new DMV rules
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US manufacturing sector holds steady in April; input costs hit 4-year high
U.S. manufacturing activity held steady in April, but supplier delivery performance worsened as the war in the Middle East disrupted shipping in the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets
Estee Lauder to cut up to 3,000 more jobs as it pursues Puig deal
Estée Lauder on Friday raised its annual profit forecast and said it would cut up to 3,000 more jobs globally as it accelerates a broader
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Marchers demand reopening of Bosnia's last steel mill
Hundreds of workers marched through Bosnia's central city of Zenica on Friday, protesting against the closure of the country’s last steel mill which they said marked
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
US to close its flagship Gaza mission as Trump plan stalls, sources say
A U.S. military-run body near Gaza that critics say failed in its mission to monitor the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and boost aid flows to besieged
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
New York archdiocese to pay $800 million to settle sex abuse cases
The Catholic Archdiocese of New York has agreed to pay $800 million in a settlement with 1,300 sex abuse survivors, one of the largest payouts in a wave
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Intel's Sambanova deal gets U.S. antitrust clearance
U.S. antitrust authorities have completed their review of Intel's investment in SambaNova, a chip startup chaired by Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, according to a regulatory
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
Any shipper paying tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, including charitable donations to organizations such as the Iranian Red
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Tether slows gold purchases for USDT reserves in first quarter, data shows
Tether, issuer of the world's largest stablecoin, slowed its purchases of gold for its reserves to back Tether USDT in the first quarter to about 6 metric
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World
Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
More than 100 pro-Palestinian activists aboard boats carrying aid bound for Gaza were taken to the Greek island of Crete on Friday after Israeli forces seized
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Exxon net income falls, output hit by Iran war
Exxon Mobil beat estimates for adjusted earnings on Friday, helped by higher output in Guyana and the Permian Basin, though net income dropped to its lowest
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar set for sharp weekly loss versus yen after Japan steps in
The dollar was headed for its biggest weekly loss against the yen since February on Friday after Japan was reported to have intervened to support its
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance
Coty's perfume business takes another knock with David Beckham fragrance lawsuit
Beauty brand Coty is facing a lawsuit from DB Ventures, the company behind former football star David Beckham’s eponymous fragrance, for
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Global markets tread water as yen moves dominate currency trading
Global shares steadied on Friday, with U.S. tech stocks rallying anew and investors remaining focused on currency markets after the yen
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
Crude futures fall on new Iran proposal for peace talks
An Iranian proposal on negotiations with the U.S. sent crude oil futures diving on Friday, but prices remained on track for weekly gains, with Tehran still blocking the
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
CNN boards first commercial flight to Venezuela in nearly seven years
CNN's David Culver took off on a commercial passenger plane from the US to Venezuela as the countries continue to restore economic ties following the ouster of Venezuela’s strongman leader in January.
April 30, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
STORY REMOVED: US--Climate-AI-Wildfires
Please disregard US--Climate-AI-Wildfires, published on May
May 01, 2026
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World
Why the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline doesn’t actually constrain presidents
Donald Trump’s unilateral move to engage in military action against Iran isn’t unprecedented; Presidents Obama and Clinton directed U.S. military engagements without explicit congressional approval
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|World
Exorbitantly expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale
Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Profit for the biggest US oil companies declined in the first quarter, but only on paper
Profit for the two largest oil companies in the U.S. tumbled during the first quarter, a three-month period in which the price of crude and gasoline rocketed higher
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
While Asia and Europe scramble for natural gas, the US glut has nowhere to go
The war with Iran has boosted prices of globally traded natural gas by throttling exports from the Gulf.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Fed's Logan says central bank's next rate move could be cut or hike
By Michael S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli authorities taking 2 activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning
Israeli authorities say they are taking two activists detained in international waters and who led an aid flotilla bound for Gaza to Israel for questioning
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500 profit eyes sharpest quarterly growth in four years after Big Tech results
Analysts' expectations for S&P 500 earnings improved sharply after a week dominated by megacap results, LSEG IBES data showed on Friday, even as oil prices stayed high and tensions
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology
Moderna first-quarter revenue jumps on strong overseas COVID vaccine sales
Moderna surpassed Wall Street estimates for first-quarter revenue on Friday, helped by better-than-expected sales of its COVID-
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Canadian factory PMI hits near four-year high on war-related stock building
Canada's manufacturing sector expanded in April at the fastest pace in nearly four years as the war in the Middle East spurred stock building and added to
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Wall St opens higher after best month in years
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday, building on the impetus from their biggest monthly rise in years as confidence in strong earnings overshadowed oil risks.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
For private credit borrowers, big maturity walls are further out
For most companies that have borrowed from U.S. private credit funds, the real moment of reckoning - when their loans mature and they need to refinance
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Science
Big Pharma M&A set for mega year as patent expiries drive deal urgency
Biotech dealmaking is on pace for a bumper year in 2026, with large drugmakers on an acquisition spree to boost their pipelines ahead of upcoming
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Occidental's Hollub, a rare female oil chief, to hand CEO reins to drilling veteran Jackson
Occidental Petroleum CEO Vicki Hollub will retire next month after over a decade as one of the only female bosses of a top U.S. oil company,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology
Roblox shares tumble as forecast cut signals safety measures weighing on user growth
Roblox shares on Friday plunged to their lowest levels in 18 months after the company cut its annual
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
AIG keeps private credit in check to shield portfolio from industry jitters; shares rise
AIG has pared back its private credit activity amid current market conditions, the insurer's finance chief said on Friday, helping reassure investors and pushing its
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle
Bronx thieves allegedly stole $1.2 million worth of car parts "like a race car pit crew," DA says
Bronx thieves allegedly stole $1.2 million worth of car parts "like a race car pit crew," DA says
May 01, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Political
Tens of thousands could lose Medicaid coverage as Nebraska becomes first state to implement GOP work requirement
Tens of thousands could lose Medicaid coverage as Nebraska becomes first state to implement GOP work requirement
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded
How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded
May 01, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|World
China has now dropped tariffs on imports from every African country except 1
A China policy giving Africa’s biggest economies tariff-free access to its market for the next two years has come into effect
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
EU-Mercosur trade deal takes provisional effect, boosting hopes and concerns for millions
The long-awaited trade deal between the South American bloc Mercosur and the European Union is finally on, at least provisionally
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
King Charles III wins praise for deft handling of Trump on his US state visit
President Donald Trump praised King Charles III after the monarch's state visit this week, which is being hailed in the U.K. as a diplomatic triumph
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Lifestyle
Georgia drought expands to 146 counties, driving up hay costs and raising food price concerns
Georgia drought expands to 146 counties, driving up hay costs and raising food price concerns
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators
Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
UK factories, hit by Iran war, brace for higher costs and more delivery delays
A gauge of British manufacturers' cost pressures jumped in April and delivery delays were the most widespread since mid-2022 due to the standoff in the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health
Colgate-Palmolive warns of $300 million cost hit from Middle East conflict
Colgate-Palmolive on Friday said it expects about $300 million in additional raw material and logistics expenses for the year, joining a host of global companies flagging significant
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Cboe to cut staff by 20% as exchange operator sharpens focus on core business
Cboe Global Markets' CEO Craig Donohue on Friday outlined plans to sharpen the exchange operator's focus on key businesses, including a 20% reduction in its global workforce.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Ukraine strikes Russian port of Tuapse again as environment crisis deepens
Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse on Friday for the fourth time in 16 days as authorities struggled to cope with a mounting
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|World
HF Sinclair posts surprise quarterly profit on higher refining margins
HF Sinclair posted a surprise first-quarter adjusted profit on Friday, helped by higher refining margins, refined product sales and throughput volumes.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Iran crisis hampering aid to refugees as supply chain costs soar, UN warns
The cost of sending some aid to Sudan - the world's largest displacement crisis - has more than doubled since the Iran war disrupted shipping, pushing
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Fed's Hammack says no longer appropriate to signal rate cut bias
By Michael S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Fed should ditch rate-cut lean because of oil shock, policymakers say
By Howard Schneider and Michael S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Ares' record $30 billion fundraising eases private credit 'doomsday' fears
Ares Management, one of the biggest names in private credit, reported record first-quarter fundraising of about $30 billion on Friday, a sign
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
BYD's sales downturn extends to eighth straight month
Chinese EV giant BYD's vehicle sales fell for an eighth straight month in April, down 15.5% from a year earlier and extending its longest-ever downturn as it struggles with
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World
US criticises Zambia for lack of engagement as $1 billion health deal stalls
The United States has criticised Zambia for failing to engage on a new health aid agreement governing more than $1 billion in U.S. funding, saying repeated outreach from
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Lazard's profit surges on asset management inflows amid market volatility
Investment bank Lazard reported a 67% jump in first-quarter profit on Friday, as resilient client demand boosted its asset management business during a period of heightened market
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
AI data center boom is leaving consumer electronics short of chips − even though they don’t use the same kinds
Data centers need powerful chips, while smartphones need chips that are energy efficient. A supply chain scholar explains why chipmakers’ focus on the former comes at the expense of the latter.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment
England’s ‘once in a generation’ housing law takes effect as US housing legislation sits in congressional purgatory
The US and UK both face a housing crisis. But while US policy has stalled, the UK has just enacted major protections for renters.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Science
Syphilis cases in expectant mothers have dramatically risen since the pandemic – here’s what’s driving the trend
First-trimester screening and intervention has the greatest potential to prevent maternal syphilis. But 1 in 4 pregnant people do not have access to prenatal care during the first trimester.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science
What’s in the price of a gallon of gas?
As US gas prices climb, politicians are looking at ways to lower them. An economist breaks down what does − and doesn’t − move the number on the sign at the gas station.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances
Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
ExxonMobil and Chevron earnings fall, but bigger profits are on their way because of soaring oil prices
ExxonMobil and Chevron earnings fall, but bigger profits are on their way because of soaring oil prices
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Deere names insider Brent Norwood as finance chief
Tractor maker Deere on Friday named company insider Brent Norwood as its chief financial officer, following the departure of long-time finance chief Joshua Jepsen in February.
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Tesla sales rebound continues in several European markets in April
Registrations of Tesla cars continued to rebound in France, Denmark and the Netherlands in April, but fast-moving Chinese rivals such as BYD kept chipping away
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB's Makhlouf concerned energy prices may stay higher for longer
European Central Bank Governing Council member Gabriel Makhlouf said he is concerned that energy prices may stay higher for longer without a clear timeline for the end of
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Reddit rallies as AI‑driven ad growth fuels strong revenue outlook
Reddit shares jumped over 12% on Friday after an upbeat quarterly revenue forecast underscored growing returns from the social media company's AI-driven advertising
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
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Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!
May 01, 2026
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US stocks rally could find fuel in earnings, jobs data amid surging oil prices
Investors will look for another batch of earnings reports and fresh employment data to drive a resilient U.S. stocks rally higher next week, in the face
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Apple shares rise on strong quarterly sales in run-up to CEO change
Apple shares jumped 3.6% in early trading on Friday after the iPhone maker posted its strongest quarterly sales growth in more than four years, a show of momentum as
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Magna tops quarterly profit, sales estimates on auto parts demand
Magna International topped analysts' estimates for first-quarter sales and profit on Friday, helped by stronger foreign exchange and resilient demand for its auto parts.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets
Estee Lauder plans to cut up to 3,000 more jobs, lifts annual profit forecast
Estee Lauder on Friday raised its annual profit forecast and laid out plans to cut up to 3,000 more jobs globally as it accelerates a broader restructuring,
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown
President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be recalibrating its centerpiece policy of mass deportations after a series of major immigration enforcement operations in American cities soured the public’s mood on it
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Financial firms last month did not expect BoE to raise rates, BoE survey shows
Financial firms surveyed by the Bank of England last month did not expect the central bank to raise interest rates this year, though they no longer expected rates to be cut,
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is
Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Insurance broker Aon profit jumps on risk management strength
Insurance brokerage firm Aon reported higher first-quarter profit on Friday, on the back of strong demand for its risk-management solutions.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Chevron's upstream strength lifts first-quarter earnings past estimate
Chevron exceeded Wall Street estimates for its first-quarter earnings on Friday, as elevated oil prices linked to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran helped boost
May 01, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle
'I'm going to survive and grow': Arizona man rises from homelessness to first-time grad
'I'm going to survive and grow': Arizona man rises from homelessness to first-time grad
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Lifestyle
Bessent wants Americans to avoid easy-money traps and invest in financial literacy
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he’s concerned about the allure of easy money — lottery tickets, buy now, pay later loans and the promise of a crypto windfall
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
It was another wild month for markets. Here’s what it means for you
It was another wild month for markets. Here’s what it means for you
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan may have spent $35 billion in yen-buying intervention, BOJ data shows
Japan may have spent as much as 5.48 trillion yen ($35 billion) bolstering its embattled currency, central bank data indicated on Friday,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Californians now paying 6 bucks a gallon for kicks on Route 66
Motorists commemorating the centennial of U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Sell in May and go away? Not so fast, investors
Blindly following the old Wall Street adage "sell in May and go away" may prove costly, as investors weigh whether to call time on a powerful market
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Yen jumps sharply as Japan warns it is ready to intervene again
Japan's yen jumped sharply on Friday as the country's top foreign exchange diplomat said Tokyo was ready to step
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West
Russia has emerged as the main supplier of oil to Syria, Reuters reporting shows, despite the new government's alignment with the West and widespread
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
SpaceX spending on Starship tops $15 billion in rush for airline-like rocketry
SpaceX has spent more than $15 billion developing its next-generation Starship rocket, according to the company’s IPO registration reviewed
May 01, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World
Antigua and Barbuda PM Browne wins fourth term promising growth
Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne won a landslide election victory late on Thursday, securing a fourth term after a campaign
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health
Medicare Advantage health plans may cut extra benefits in 2027
Americans enrolled in Medicare Advantage health plans should expect to see fewer extra benefits like gym memberships and vision and dental coverage next
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
US Navy turns to AI firm Domino for options to counter Iranian mines
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
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US names Vietnam as top concern country in intellectual property rights report
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
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Sell in May? Let's find out
From high oil prices and the conflict in the Middle East to Japan's yen, the latest U.S. jobs data, an Australian rate decision, and a UK local election: there's plenty for
May 01, 2026
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Standard Chartered pivots to June ECB hike from no hike in 2026 outlook
Standard Chartered said it expects the European Central Bank to deliver a 25-basis-point rate hike in June, having previously
May 01, 2026
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Japan signs first $2.2 billion loan under $550 billion US investment pledge
Japan has signed a $2.2 billion loan agreement for the first batch of projects under its $550 billion U.S. investment pledge, kicking off financing tied to a trade deal that
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan's big trading houses expect record profits but utilities forecast pain as Iran war weighs
Some big Japanese trading houses forecast on Friday record annual profits as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran keeps commodity prices high,
May 01, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
ECB policymakers make case for rate hike as inflation may linger
The European Central Bank may need to tighten policy, perhaps as soon as June, policymakers said on Friday, warning that the inflation outlook is
May 01, 2026
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Japanese yen jumps against dollar hours after intervention
The yen suddenly jumped against the dollar on Friday, a day after Tokyo authorities were widely believed to have intervened to prop up the Japanese currency.
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Food|Travel|World
Dubai chefs shrink menus as Iran war makes tomatillos, scallops harder to source
Dubai chef Shaw Lash at Mexican restaurant Lila Molino flies in her avocados and tomatillos, small, tart green fruits native to Central America that are a staple of Mexican
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
UK house prices rise in April despite Iran war headwinds, Nationwide says
British house prices unexpectedly rose for a fourth month in a row in April, despite headwinds to consumer confidence from conflict in the Middle East,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
What would Japanese intervention to boost a weak yen look like?
Japan intervened to support the yen against the U.S. dollar on Thursday, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, in their latest
May 01, 2026
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Never mind the oil, feel the earnings!
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Toyota to post fourth straight quarterly profit drop as Middle East risks, costs mount
Toyota is expected to report a fourth successive year-on-year decline in quarterly operating profit next week, as rising material and labour costs and the
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment
More states join legal challenge to Nexstar, Tegna merger
Five more U.S. states are joining an antitrust lawsuit challenging Nexstar's acquisition of rival broadcaster Tegna after a judge
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle
Habitat for Humanity is developing a new Atlanta community with help from the Carters' initiative
Two years after his death, President Jimmy Carter is still inspiring Habitat for Humanity's efforts to build more affordable housing in the U.S. Over five days in May, nearly 1,000 volunteers with the international nonprofit will finish building 24 new housing units in Atlanta
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US
Federal monitor flags 'dysfunction' in UAW's management of investments
A federally appointed monitor overseeing the United Auto Workers found “multiple points of breakdown” in a delayed investment of union funds that
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
SEC clears Nasdaq proposal for prediction market options tied to benchmark index
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Ukraine sees path to getting Japanese arms after Tokyo eases export rules
Japan's relaxation of its weapons-export rules opens a path for talks that could one day lead to Tokyo supplying military equipment to help
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Brazil's government to announce new measures on household indebtedness next week
Brazil's government will announce on Monday new measures to tackle household indebtedness, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday, signaling that the
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan's factory activity growth hits 4-year high on stockpiling, PMI shows
Japan's manufacturing activity grew at its strongest pace in over four years in April, as companies ramped up production and stockpiled goods amid supply chain disruptions
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Huawei expects AI chip revenue to jump at least 60% this year, FT reports
Huawei expects revenue from its AI chips to jump at least 60% this year, boosted by strong demand for domestic offerings from Chinese companies, the Financial Times reported on
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
South Korean April exports rise 48.0% y/y as chip boom extends
South Korean exports rose for an 11th month in April, beating forecasts, as the global appetite for artificial intelligence infrastructure
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Apple’s new CEO will inherit strong sales and even greater expectations
Apple’s new CEO will inherit strong sales and even greater expectations
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
US Congress passes 45-day surveillance law extension
Congress on Thursday passed a 45-day extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, prolonging a debate about a section of the spy law that critics say
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P Dow Jones Indices considers new index rules as mega IPOs loom
S&P Dow Jones Indices said on Thursday it has kicked off a consultation that could result in major changes to rules governing the entry of companies into its indexes such as the S
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Argentina's Casa Rosada invites journalists back starting Monday
Argentina's Casa Rosada, where government press conferences are held, will allow accredited journalists back on Monday after blocking access last week, a
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
Iran said on Thursday it would respond with "long and painful strikes" on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks and
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Economy|Education|Finance|Technology|World
US Treasury trots out Marvel comics, 'Trump accounts' in financial literacy drive for kids
The topic of financial literacy may not excite most middle-school students, but the U.S.
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Core inflation in Tokyo slows, seen accelerating on energy shock
Annual core inflation in April hit a four-year low and stayed below the central bank's 2% target for a third straight month, as fuel and education subsidies
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
RBA to raise cash rate to 4.35% on May 5 and growing minority of economists expect further rise: Reuters poll
The Reserve Bank of Australia will raise its cash rate by 25 basis points for a third straight meeting on May 5, taking it to 4.35%, according to a
May 01, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Travel|World
Australia's Qantas extends schedule changes, cuts local capacity through September
Australia's Qantas Airways extended its schedule adjustments across its international and domestic networks through September on Friday, citing Middle East tensions, elevated fuel
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Irish manufacturers see steepest rise in costs since 2022
Irish manufacturing activity grew at the fastest pace in four years in April, but firms also faced their sharpest rise in input costs since September 2022 on the back of the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Shut out from the US, the world’s largest EV maker still thinks it can stay on top
Shut out from the US, the world’s largest EV maker still thinks it can stay on top
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports|World
Investment group comes forward to buy the Vancouver Whitecaps and move team to Las Vegas
An investment group has come forward to buy the Vancouver Whitecaps and relocate the Major League Soccer club to Las Vegas
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years
‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years
April 30, 2026
Economy|Election|Political|US|World
Louisiana delays US House primary to draw new map after Supreme Court ruling
Republican Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Thursday suspended the state's May 16 congressional primary election just two days before early voting was set to begin,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Stock Markets
Clorox cuts annual profit forecast as demand softens
Clorox
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Trading Day: AI glow brightens, Japan intervenes
U.S. stocks surged on Thursday to close a remarkable month on a high as strong tech earnings and investment figures suggested that the AI boom
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Twilio raises annual revenue growth forecast on AI-driven demand, shares jump
Twilio raised its full-year forecast on Thursday and posted stronger-than-expected first-quarter results, signaling sustained demand for its cloud communications tools as
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Apple shares rise as iPhone 17 and MacBook Neo drive forecast
Apple on Thursday touted blowout demand for its flagship iPhone 17 and the MacBook Neo that helped power a solid sales forecast and
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology
Stryker misses quarterly estimates on muted demand for medical devices
U.S. medical device maker Stryker on Thursday maintained its full-year profit outlook but missed Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit and revenue, weighed down by softer
May 01, 2026
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Gallagher's profit jumps on AssuredPartners buy, commissions and fees growth
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May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Sandisk joins Western Digital, Seagate in signaling strong AI storage demand
Sandisk forecast quarterly revenue above estimates on Thursday, joining peers Western Digital and Seagate in signaling that enterprise spending on data storage
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump lifts tariffs on UK whisky to toast departing King Charles
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|World
LIV Golf isn't the only sports property being reconsidered in Saudi reboot of investment strategy
The billionaires in Saudi Arabia are pulling the plug on LIV Golf
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months
Fourteen FEMA employees who signed a public letter criticizing the nation's disaster preparedness have been reinstated after eight months on paid leave
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|US
Gas prices in Massachusetts rise another 20 cents in past week
Gas prices in Massachusetts rise another 20 cents in past week
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle
Baltimore-area businesses, neighbors concerned about Key Bridge rebuild timeline
Baltimore-area businesses, neighbors concerned about Key Bridge rebuild timeline
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Apple beats out earnings estimates with continued iPhone momentum
Apple has posted strong quarterly earnings, beating out Wall Street expectations
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump gives go-ahead to major new Canada-US oil pipeline
President Donald Trump has granted a key approval to a major new pipeline that would move oil from Canada into the central U.S. The three-foot-wide Bridger Pipeline Expansion would carry up to 550,000 barrels of oil a day from the Canadian border with Montana down through eastern Montana and Wyoming, where it would link up with another pipeline
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political
Trump signs executive order expanding workers’ access to retirement plans
Trump signs executive order expanding workers’ access to retirement plans
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Technology
UPS CEO says drug delivery strategy a good antidote to economic uncertainty
United Parcel Service's efforts to grow its share of the lucrative
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
High oil prices due to the Iran war weigh on everything from the gas pump to consumer goods
As the Iran war enters its third month, consumers are paying for its disruption of worldwide energy production
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump signs order authorizing oil pipeline project partially reviving Keystone XL
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US Senate bans its members, staff from betting in prediction markets
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Roku raises annual platform revenue forecast, shares climb
April 30 - Roku raised its annual platform revenue forecast on Thursday, signaling confidence that advertisers will continue to spend on its streaming platform, sending its shares up 10% in extended
May 01, 2026
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Insurer AIG's quarterly profit surges on steep fall in catastrophe losses
Insurer AIG posted a sharp rise in quarterly adjusted profit on Thursday, driven by strong underwriting and a steep decline in catastrophe-related losses from a year earlier when
May 01, 2026
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Mexico holds growth forecast despite recent slowdown, lifts inflation view
Mexico's finance ministry on Thursday kept its 2026 economic growth forecast unchanged, maintaining a relatively upbeat stance even after preliminary data showed the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Panama president says port caught in US-China dispute
Panama President Jose Raul Mulino said his country maintains a positive relationship with China despite being caught up in a dispute between the Asian
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Roblox slashes annual bookings forecast as new safety features take their toll
Roblox cut its annual bookings forecast on Thursday, signaling that new safety initiatives may impact user growth and spending on its popular videogame platform
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health
Amgen sales rise 4% in first quarter, broadens weight-loss drug development
Amgen on Thursday said its first-quarter product sales rose 4%, helped by demand for cholesterol and rare disease medicines, as it moves forward with a broad
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
Bonds, stocks climb on oil's pullback; yen jumps after Japan's currency intervention
Global bond prices and stocks rose on Thursday as oil prices retreated from four-year highs, while the yen jumped after
April 30, 2026
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China, US economic chiefs raise complaints in 'candid' call ahead of Trump-Xi summit
The top U.S. and Chinese economic officials held "candid" talks on Thursday ahead of a meeting set for May between President
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Ackman blames retail traders for fund's weak Wall Street debut
Billionaire Bill Ackman on Thursday blamed retail investors for the roughly 18% drop in his newly listed closed-end fund's stock price a day earlier,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|US|World
US House passes farm bill after scrapping pesticide language opposed by MAHA
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Woodside struggles to sell LNG volumes at Louisiana LNG plant, sources say
Australia's Woodside Energy is struggling to sell liquefied natural gas volumes from its planned Louisiana LNG export
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Meta CEO Zuckerberg blames layoffs on capital spending, won't rule out more job cuts
Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg attributed the Facebook parent's planned layoffs to increased capital spending for AI, and declined to rule out
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology
Rivian says US loan for Georgia plant set to be smaller but quicker
Rivian said on Thursday it will get up to a $4.5 billion loan from the U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Reddit expects revenue above estimates as AI tools fuel ad growth
Reddit forecast second-quarter revenue above analysts' estimates on Thursday betting on its AI-powered tools to boost advertising on the platform and sending its
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World
Trump says he's lifting certain tariffs on Scotch whisky after royal visit
President Donald Trump says he's removing certain tariffs on Scotch whisky after this week’s White House visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology
Elon Musk spars with OpenAI attorney in trial over company's evolution from a nonprofit
Elon Musk on Thursday sparred with an attorney for OpenAI during his third day of testimony in the contentious trial over the company’s pivot from nonprofit status to a for-profit venture valued at hundreds of billions of dollars
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Congress approves short-term extension of divisive US surveillance program hours before expiration
Congress gave approval to a short-term extension of a key U.S. surveillance program as they continue to work toward a long-term deal
May 01, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political
Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities
The Trump administration has deferred an additional $91 million in Medicaid funding to Minnesota, citing concerns about fraud in state-run programs
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment
Beagle farm break-in: Activist to stand trial, dogs to be sold
Beagle farm break-in: Activist to stand trial, dogs to be sold
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Takeaways from Hegseth's first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has appeared before Congress at a pair of hearings this week for the first time since the Trump administration started the Iran war
April 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on former Congolese President Joseph Kabila for his alleged role in funding and providing political support to rebel groups operating in the east of his country
May 01, 2026
Economy|Sports|World
Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at the FIFA Congress by affirming that Iran will participate in the World Cup and that the team will play in the United States despite the conflict between the two nations
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Elon Musk’s courtroom showdown with Sam Altman started this week. The biggest takeaways so far
Elon Musk’s courtroom showdown with Sam Altman started this week. The biggest takeaways so far
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks rally to the finish of their best month since 2020, even as oil prices whipsaw
The U
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political
Fact check: Amid spike, prominent Republicans make false claims about gas prices
Fact check: Amid spike, prominent Republicans make false claims about gas prices
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump has called Iraq’s new prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi and invited him to visit Washington once he forms a government
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Congress votes to reopen key parts of DHS, after House GOP caves on ICE funding
CNN's Manu Raju joins Boris Sanchez and Brianna Keilar live from Capitol Hill on Congress voting to reopen key parts of the Department of Homeland Security - including the Transportation Security Administration - after weeks of GOP infighting that prolonged a record shutdown of the critical agency.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
USGS report finds hundreds of thousands of metric tons of lithium oxide in Maine, New Hampshire
USGS report finds hundreds of thousands of metric tons of lithium oxide in Maine, New Hampshire
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|World
Louisiana delays US House primaries after Supreme Court ruling but lets other races go forward
Louisiana delays US House primaries after Supreme Court ruling but lets other races go forward
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas
The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has arrived in the Venezuelan capital Caracas
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US consumer finance watchdog narrows Biden-era anti-discrimination rule on small business lending
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
Russian city faces toxic aftermath of refinery attack
Residents of the Russian port city of Tuapse were ordered not to drink tap water and schools remained closed on Thursday, as authorities grappled with the aftermath of the third
April 30, 2026
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World
US imposes sanctions on former Congo President Joseph Kabila
The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Wall Street ends higher, S&P 500, Nasdaq notch biggest monthly gains in years
U.S. stocks advanced on Thursday and the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq logged their biggest monthly gains in years as solid corporate earnings
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Unorthodox leadership change at the Fed: Warsh on deck while Powell remains
President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, has said he wants to bring “regime change” to the central bank, but if confirmed by the Senate he will find a Fed already transformed by the White House’s attacks
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Health
Ohio therapists say Medicaid payment clawbacks could force closures, limit care access
Ohio therapists say Medicaid payment clawbacks could force closures, limit care access
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|World
A Trump order aims to help more people get retirement savings plans in time for a new federal match
An order signed by President Donald Trump calls for a new government website where people in the United States can find and compare private-sector retirement savings accounts
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
The last time Trump bought an airline, it didn’t end well. Now, budget carriers are asking him for help
The last time Trump bought an airline, it didn’t end well. Now, budget carriers are asking him for help
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
Proposed mega data center draws concerns over 'heat island effect'
Proposed mega data center draws concerns over 'heat island effect'
May 01, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Senate bans its own members and staff from betting in prediction markets
The Senate has approved a bipartisan resolution to prevent its members from using prediction markets
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Brent oil prices surge above $125 after setting new wartime high
Brent crude oil prices, the global benchmark, surged above $125 per barrel on Thursday morning, as President Donald Trump mulls an extended blockade of Iranian ports. Kristie Lu Stout reports.
April 30, 2026
Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology
Riverfront workshops use rain barrels to protect the Great Lakes and reduce backyard flooding
Riverfront workshops use rain barrels to protect the Great Lakes and reduce backyard flooding
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle
Officials ask residents to reduce water usage further ahead of dry summer
Officials ask residents to reduce water usage further ahead of dry summer
May 01, 2026
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel
Stray dog on Blue Ridge Parkway injured after 'aggressive behavior,' NPS says
Stray dog on Blue Ridge Parkway injured after 'aggressive behavior,' NPS says
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political
Exonerees struggle to rebuild their lives and gain lasting employment, even if elected to office
People who are wrongfully incarcerated then exonerated, sometimes after spending decades behind bars, face yet more challenges finding jobs and rebuilding their lives after their release
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan steps into FX market for first time in two years to boost yen, sources say
Japan intervened to prop up the yen against the U.S. dollar on Thursday, its first official currency action in nearly
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Oil retreats after hitting four-year high on concern of US-Iran war escalation
Global oil prices eased after hitting a four-year high of more than $126 a barrel earlier on Thursday on concerns the U.S.-Iran war could lead to a
April 30, 2026