The death of 17-year-old Caden Nowicki marks the third fatal sledding incident in North Texas in less than a week, raising urgent questions about winter recreation safety.
Emily Beutner, a 22-year-old Loyola Marymount University student and daughter of mayoral hopeful Austin Beutner, has died following a medical emergency near a Palmdale highway. The death is under investigation by homicide detectives.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces intense backlash from within the conservative base after stating armed protesters cannot be considered 'peaceful,' with critics accusing her of betraying core constitutional principles.
Quantum computing firm IonQ has moved to acquire SkyWater Technology, Skyloom Global, and Seed Innovations, aiming to create a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that controls hardware, networking, and software. This vertical integration strategy targets government and enterprise clients seeking secure, full-stack quantum solutions.
Months after the 'Crypto Black Friday' crash, allegations of platform instability and market manipulation continue to dog Binance, sparking fierce debate about trust and power in the digital asset space.
The collapse of Big Rock Sports, a major behind-the-scenes distributor for hunting and fishing retailers, marks another casualty in the sporting goods sector's struggle against e-commerce dominance and shifting consumer habits.
A fatal grain bin accident in rural Illinois has left one man dead and another seriously injured after both became trapped in soybeans, highlighting the persistent dangers of agricultural confined spaces.
The UK government's £25m investment in Octopus Energy's Kraken Technologies through the British Business Bank raises critical questions about the use of taxpayer funds to back an already scaled, global, and recently loss-making platform.
A full-floor residence at the troubled supertall 432 Park Avenue, previously owned by developer Harry Macklowe, has sold for over $50 million following a foreclosure, as the building grapples with lawsuits over alleged structural defects.
In a landmark consolidation move, Devon Energy and Coterra Energy have agreed to an all-stock merger, positioning the combined entity as a dominant force in the prolific Delaware Basin. The deal signals a strategic shift towards scale and capital efficiency in the U.S. shale sector.
As the energy sector leads the market in early 2026, ConocoPhillips and Kinder Morgan emerge as compelling picks for investors seeking reliable, growing dividends backed by strong fundamentals and strategic positioning.
A 25-year-old Johnstown woman faces 18 felony counts, including arson endangering lives, after investigators say she intentionally set a duplex fire that forced residents to leap from second-story windows to escape.
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, signaling confidence in a solid economy while inflation remains above target. The decision sets up a continued clash with a President demanding deeper cuts.
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.
A California class-action lawsuit and regulatory actions are challenging Tesla's usage-based insurance model, alleging that its Safety Score algorithm unfairly penalizes drivers with 'false' collision warnings. The case highlights broader concerns about transparency and consumer protection in the growing telematics-driven insurance sector.
Prominent crypto analyst Tom Lee faces a wave of skepticism after his aggressive price predictions for Ethereum and Bitcoin fail to materialize amid a market downturn, sparking debate over the role of high-profile forecasts in volatile markets.
The all-stock deal creates one of the nation's largest independent oil and gas producers, headquartered in Houston, with combined assets poised to reshape the competitive landscape of the shale sector.
The all-stock deal creates a top-tier independent producer focused on the Permian Basin, with Beth McDonald at the helm aiming to unlock significant synergies and shareholder returns.
New Gold Inc. shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the planned acquisition by Coeur Mining, a move set to create a leading, diversified precious metals producer focused entirely in North America. The deal, valued through a share swap, is anticipated to close in mid-2026.
With its blockbuster Humira era in the rearview, AbbVie is betting big on its next-generation immunology drugs and a deep pipeline to drive growth and maintain its crown among Dividend Kings.
