U.S. GDP Grows at 2% in First Quarter Despite Energy Price Surge
The U.S. economy expanded at a 2% annual rate in early 2026, supported by AI-driven investment and tax cuts, while rising energy costs pose…
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AI Technology Drives Up Personal Computer Prices for First Time in Decades
The growing demand for AI-related computing power is causing a chip shortage that is pushing up the cost of personal computers, reversing a decades-long…
Trump Officials Join First Direct US-Venezuela Commercial Flight in Seven Years
Trump administration officials traveled on the first nonstop commercial flight from Miami to Caracas since sanctions and diplomatic strains began, advancing U.S. business ties…
Chanel Sparks Online Debate with Controversial Sandal Design
Chanel's recent runway presentation of a distinctive sandal has drawn widespread attention and mixed reactions across social media platforms
Brent Crude Hits $126 Amid Iran Conflict, U.S. Gas Prices Surge
Oil prices reached wartime highs as the Iran war fuels supply concerns, pushing U.S. gas prices to their highest since July 2022
Hershey’s Mint and Gum Sales Rise Amid GLP-1 Drug Use
Hershey reports increased demand for mints and gum linked to appetite-suppressing drugs like Ozempic, which may cause bad breath side effects
Kosovo’s Growing Tech Sector Reduces Youth Unemployment
Kosovo’s emerging technology industry is creating jobs for young people and transforming the economic landscape in its capital, Pristina
Spirit Airlines Faces Collapse as Bailout Talks Stall
Spirit Airlines has only days of cash left, with government-backed bailout negotiations stalling amid creditor opposition
BlackRock COO Rob Goldstein Discusses Finance’s Future Megatrends
BlackRock's operations chief Rob Goldstein reviews the firm’s technological innovations and private market growth shaping the next phase of finance
Feds Reject 15% of Businesses’ Tariff Refund Claims Since April Launch
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has denied about 15% of tariff refund requests submitted by businesses following a new government reimbursement portal rollout