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Plains All American Doubles Down on Crude with EPIC Pipeline Deal, Sparking Investor Debate

Plains All American Pipeline's strategic pivot—selling its Canadian NGL unit for $3.8 billion to fund the acquisition of the EPIC Crude Oil Pipeline—has sharpened its focus on oil transportation. While a 10% distribution hike signals confidence, analyst downgrades and heightened options volatility ahead of earnings reveal deep divisions over the company's risk-reward profile.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Inflation Mismatch: Why Social Security's Annual Raise Falls Short for Millions of Seniors

While October's COLA announcement brings temporary relief, a growing body of evidence suggests the formula used to calculate Social Security adjustments fails to reflect the real-world expenses of retirees, creating a persistent and compounding budget gap.

Feb 2, 2026

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North Carolina Snowstorm Leads to Dramatic Train-Truck Collision; Driver Escapes Unharmed

A truck driver made a miraculous escape moments before a Norfolk Southern train struck his stranded semi during a historic winter storm in Gastonia, N.C. The incident highlights the severe weather's impact on road safety across the state.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Uber's Valuation Faces Near-Term Pressure Amid Autonomous Vehicle Uncertainty, BofA Says

BofA Securities has trimmed its price target for Uber Technologies, citing near-term uncertainties in the autonomous vehicle sector, even as the company launches a new internal data initiative aimed at accelerating AV development.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Consumer Campaign Targets Hannaford's Pricing and Practices, Yet Shoppers Show Limited Awareness

A months-long advocacy campaign criticizing Hannaford's pricing and animal welfare policies has gained little traction among Maine shoppers, many of whom remain loyal to the dominant grocer despite concerns over affordability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

American Airlines to Compensate Crews After Winter Storm Strandings, Amid Union Pressure

American Airlines begins compensating flight attendants left without accommodations during Winter Storm Fern, as the union accuses management of contract violations and calls for accountability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Lyft's Stock Surge: Two Tailwinds Fueling Growth, One Red Flag Investors Should Heed

Lyft shares have dramatically outperformed the S&P 500, climbing nearly 20% in six months. While rider growth and improving cash flow paint an optimistic picture, underlying margin pressures reveal the intense competition in the ride-hailing sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond Luxury: How Airline Turmoil Is Fueling a Surge in Private Jet Demand

A wave of commercial flight disruptions is pushing a new class of travelers toward private aviation, not for opulence but for reliability. We examine the shifting calculus of air travel and what a seat actually costs.

Feb 2, 2026

US

FAA Chief Takes Responsibility for Systemic Failures in Fatal Helicopter Collision

At a Singapore aviation conference, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford publicly accepted the NTSB's findings that agency failures contributed to a mid-air collision that claimed 67 lives, vowing to implement safety reforms.

Feb 2, 2026

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North Carolina Mother Faces Multiple Charges After Alleged 103 MPH Drunk Drive in Snowstorm With Unrestrained Toddler

A 24-year-old Goldsboro woman was arrested and charged with impaired driving, reckless endangerment, and child abuse after deputies clocked her vehicle traveling over 100 mph on snow-covered roads with her 1-year-old child not properly secured.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Anthropic Secures Major San Francisco Tower in $111M Deal, Signaling AI Sector's Enduring Urban Footprint

The high-flying AI firm, now valued at $183 billion, has leased a 25-story tower in SoMa for a massive expansion, underscoring San Francisco's continued pull as a tech epicenter despite market shifts.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Washington Braces for Partial Shutdown: Economic Fallout Expected to Be Limited, But Not Painless

With a midnight deadline looming, Congress remains gridlocked, pushing the federal government toward a partial shutdown. While economists predict minimal macroeconomic damage from a brief closure, the disruption to services and federal workers' paychecks will be felt immediately.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

JPMorgan Adjusts Edison International Outlook Ahead of Q4 Earnings, Maintains Neutral Stance

JPMorgan raises Edison International's price target to $66, citing model updates ahead of earnings. The utility giant, noted for its sustainable high-yield dividend, continues to benefit from California's electrification trends and regulated investment framework.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Lyft's Valuation Crossroads: Can the Ride-Hailing Firm's Autonomous Ambitions Justify Its Price?

Lyft's stock has experienced significant volatility, with recent gains failing to offset broader declines. As the company pushes its autonomous driving and European expansion narrative, investors are left weighing its premium valuation against a challenging competitive landscape and uncertain path to sustained profitability.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CN Rail Posts Strong Q4 Gains but Warns of Flat Freight Volumes Ahead Amid Trade Uncertainty

Canadian National Railway reported improved revenue and operating income for the fourth quarter of 2025, citing productivity gains and recovery from prior-year port disruptions. However, the company issued a cautious outlook for 2026, forecasting 'flattish' freight volumes as U.S.-Canada trade tensions and a major regulatory review loom.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Pony AI Forges Key Alliance with ATBB to Accelerate Robotaxi Rollout Across Major Chinese Cities

Autonomous driving leader Pony AI partners with premium mobility provider Beijing ATBB, aiming to deploy its seventh-generation robotaxis in top-tier cities and key travel hubs, marking a significant step in China's driverless commercialization push.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

ArcBest Navigates Freight Downturn with Cost Discipline and AI Push, Posts Mixed Q4 Results

Despite a challenging freight market, ArcBest reports resilient fourth-quarter performance, highlighting strategic cost controls, a turnaround in its asset-light segment, and significant investments in AI and automation to drive future efficiency.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

TD Cowen Trims Price Target on Canadian Pacific Kansas City, Maintains Buy Rating Amid Shifting Investor Focus

Analyst Jason Seidl lowered CP's target to C$112 from C$116, citing reasonable valuation post-KCS merger but noting headwinds from negative estimate revisions and investor capital flowing toward U.S. rail M&A opportunities.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

FedEx Stock Surges as Value Fund Touts Gains Amid Cautious Market

Hotchkis & Wiley's value fund outperformed benchmarks in 2025, with FedEx highlighted as a key contributor. The logistics giant's shares rose over 20% in the past year, buoyed by strong domestic package performance, even as the fund remains selective in a top-heavy market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Musk Eyes Unprecedented Tech Empire Merger, Potentially Uniting SpaceX, Tesla, and xAI

Elon Musk is reportedly in early-stage talks to merge his flagship companies—SpaceX, Tesla, and xAI—into a single, trillion-dollar technology and infrastructure behemoth ahead of a potential SpaceX IPO, sources familiar with the matter indicate.

Jan 30, 2026