A second major winter storm in as many weeks has crippled logistics across the Southeast, leading to massive service suspensions, a deadly 100-car pileup, and worsening a freight backlog that saw volumes plummet over 55%.
Personal finance icon Suze Orman echoes a timeless principle from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich': the battle for wealth is won or lost in the mind. Experts argue that self-doubt, not market conditions, is the primary barrier most people face.
The rapid adoption of algorithmic decision-making in UK banks has created a critical lag in oversight and accountability structures, leaving institutions exposed to risks that traditional governance models are ill-equipped to manage.
Despite both tech giants aggressively investing in AI, their stock prices are telling divergent stories. We examine the underlying fundamentals that make them resilient picks for any portfolio, regardless of short-term volatility.
General Motors defied a turbulent final quarter to report year-over-year sales growth for each of its four divisions in 2025, solidifying its truck leadership and gaining ground in the electric vehicle market despite significant policy shifts.
Disney shares fell sharply after the company flagged weakening attendance from overseas guests at its U.S. theme parks, a crucial profit driver, alongside softer results in its TV and film division. The dip comes amid a broader slowdown in travel to the United States and as the entertainment giant prepares for a pivotal CEO transition.
The latest partial government shutdown has forced a delay in the highly anticipated January employment data, marking a recurring disruption to the nation's economic indicators and leaving markets and policymakers in the dark.
January 2026 saw dramatic swings across commodity markets, with precious metals soaring to record highs before a sharp correction, while energy commodities rallied on strong winter demand. The month underscored the sector's inherent volatility amid shifting seasonal and macroeconomic forces.
Former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has issued a stark warning to the regime, urging sweeping reforms to address public grievances as internal divisions surface following a deadly crackdown on protests. The rare public criticism from within the establishment highlights growing tensions ahead of renewed nuclear talks.
The Justice Department faces questions over its release of Epstein investigation records, which included a photograph of Donald Trump with his face obscured. The disclosure, part of a three-million-page document dump, has reignited scrutiny over political sensitivities and transparency in the high-profile case.
Authorities confirm 12-year-old Forever Scott has been found safe following her disappearance from a Portsmouth facility. The search continues for a 16-year-old girl as concerns mount over the safety of vulnerable youth in institutional care.
Snowflake's latest multi-year agreement with OpenAI, mirroring a similar recent deal with Anthropic, underscores a growing enterprise trend: rather than picking a single AI winner, companies are building portfolios of partnerships to access diverse models and mitigate risk.
A criminal probe into outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, initiated by the Trump administration, has triggered a Senate blockade led by a key Republican. The standoff jeopardizes Kevin Warsh's confirmation and risks delaying the interest rate cuts Trump desires ahead of a tough election.
Elliot Staples III receives jail time after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the death of 3-year-old Jajuan Robinson, Jr., whom he was caring for when the child accessed an unsecured firearm.
Federal authorities have arrested two additional individuals tied to a January protest at a Minnesota church, reigniting debate over the use of a novel conspiracy charge and the arrest of journalist Don Lemon, who was recently released by a magistrate.
Despite near-term headwinds in the electric vehicle sector, Rivian and BYD are positioning themselves for the next growth cycle through strategic pivots and vertical integration.
Federal prosecutors have charged the founders of the once-dominant auto parts supplier First Brands Group with orchestrating a massive, years-long fraud, alleging a scheme that misled lenders and ultimately led to the company's catastrophic bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the industry.
Members of the Sanz Hasidic dynasty marked the ancient Jewish holiday of Tu BiShvat with traditional ceremonies and tree plantings in Netanya. The observance highlights the community's deep-rooted connection to nature and agricultural traditions within modern Israel.
Financial guru Suze Orman's blunt critique of auto leasing has reignited the buy-vs-lease debate, revealing deep divides in consumer financial strategy as industry data shows persistent leasing popularity despite economic headwinds.
While Medtronic's shares have trailed the S&P 500 over the past year, Wall Street maintains a cautiously optimistic stance, buoyed by strong recent earnings and raised guidance.
