The death of Alicia Harnishfeger, discovered under a downtown bridge during a severe cold snap, has sparked conversations about systemic failures in addressing homelessness intertwined with mental health and substance abuse crises.
Brussels-based clean transport group Transport & Environment warns that the European Commission's proposed easing of 2035 emissions targets may allow combustion-engine cars to make up half of new sales, marking a significant retreat from earlier climate ambitions.
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.
Exclusive: A newly revealed State Department cable directs embassies worldwide to audit all assistance programs against stringent new rules prohibiting funding for groups involved in abortion services, diversity initiatives, and gender identity advocacy, expanding a long-contested policy to nearly $30 billion in foreign aid.
As authorities continue their investigation, the family of Shirley Raines—founder of the nonprofit Beauty 2 The Streetz—shares insights into the activist's sudden passing, while tributes pour in from the community she served and celebrities she inspired.
A coalition of immigrant advocacy organizations has filed a federal lawsuit challenging a newly revealed ICE policy that permits agents to enter private residences without judicial warrants, arguing it violates constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.
A massive release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files by the Justice Department has left survivors reeling after personal information, including names and confidential statements, was left unredacted. Lawyers allege a "historic violation" of privacy, prompting urgent calls for judicial intervention.
Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit Waymo is reportedly in talks to raise approximately $16 billion in a new financing round, which would value the company close to $110 billion. The move comes as the robotaxi pioneer faces heightened regulatory and public scrutiny following recent incidents involving its vehicles.
Ford Motor and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi have firmly denied a Financial Times report of preliminary talks to collaborate on electric vehicle production in the U.S., even as Ford's CEO publicly admires and studies Chinese EV technology while labeling it a major competitive threat.
The United States and India have reached a trade agreement that will significantly lower reciprocal tariffs and remove a contentious levy on Russian oil purchases, marking a potential thaw in economic relations.
Elon Musk merges his space and AI ambitions under one roof as SpaceX finalizes the acquisition of xAI. The strategic move, combining Starlink, social platform X, and chatbot Grok, sets the stage for a landmark public offering and accelerates Musk's vision for off-planet data infrastructure.
Despite facing increased US duties, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam have expanded their trade surplus with the United States over the past year, even as their deficits with China grow, highlighting shifting global trade dynamics under renewed protectionist pressures.
In a landmark interview, three of the youngest Turpin siblings detail their harrowing journey from their parents' infamous captivity to alleged abuse in foster care, revealing a system that failed them twice.
Private equity firm RoundTable Healthcare Partners has acquired the dermatologist-trusted skincare and sun protection brand Colorescience from 1315 Capital, as the company's annual sales approach the $100 million mark.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announces immediate rollout of body-worn cameras to all field officers, including ICE agents, with Minneapolis as the initial focus. The policy expands a federal transparency initiative amid heightened scrutiny of immigration enforcement practices.
Former Fed governor Kevin Warsh, nominated to lead the central bank, previously advised the firm issuing Tether's new U.S.-regulated stablecoin, intertwining his potential oversight role with a key player in the digital asset industry.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirms the rising human toll from the prolonged freeze, with hypothermia suspected in most cases as the city battles historically low temperatures.
Ed Martin, a controversial Trump appointee, has been ousted from his role leading the Justice Department's 'Weaponization Working Group' following internal clashes and scrutiny over his conduct, though he remains in a separate advisory position.
A partial government shutdown has forced the Bureau of Labor Statistics to postpone the critical January jobs report, leaving Federal Reserve policymakers without a key dataset as they weigh potential interest rate cuts ahead of their March meeting.
Former President Donald Trump's recent comments advocating for higher housing prices have ignited debate, as experts warn such a stance could deepen the affordability crisis for younger generations and renters.
