The autonomous vehicle giant, backed by a consortium of major investors, plans to deploy its driverless fleet in over a dozen new international cities following a funding round that values the company at $126 billion.
Precious metals markets are reeling after their sharpest single-day decline since 1980, yet major Wall Street institutions reaffirm ambitious year-end price targets, citing enduring structural drivers.
Brendan Banfield has been convicted of the aggravated murder of his wife and a stranger lured through a fake BDSM encounter, a plot allegedly orchestrated with the family's live-in nanny who testified against him.
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.
In a bold marketing play ahead of the Super Bowl, prediction market platform Kalshi is temporarily rebranding a WestSide Market and covering $50 of groceries per customer, sparking a social media frenzy and questions about its regulatory future.
A record-breaking cold snap transforms Orlando's iconic theme parks, with fountains freezing and icicles forming on attractions from Epcot to the new Epic Universe, prompting operational adjustments.
Despite economic headwinds, the U.S. footwear market maintained its $90 billion valuation in 2025, with running styles, clogs, and high-shaft boots leading Q4 sales as consumers prioritized comfort and versatility.
Teradyne (TER) shares surged over 10% after the semiconductor test equipment leader posted Q4 revenue and profit that smashed analyst estimates, fueled by surging demand from AI chipmakers. The company's bullish guidance signals confidence in a sustained industry upcycle.
Walt Disney Co. shares fell sharply following a quarterly earnings report that showed a decline in profit, breaking key technical support levels. While some investors fled, Citigroup analysts see the drop as a buying opportunity for the long term.
With property tax payments due in Texas, homeowners are exploring exemptions, payment plans, and deferrals to manage some of the nation's highest effective rates. Here’s a guide to potential relief.
Elon Musk consolidates his ventures as SpaceX moves to acquire artificial intelligence firm xAI, aiming to merge space technology with advanced AI under a single corporate roof.
IDEXX Laboratories announces a planned CEO transition for 2026 alongside the launch of its flagship AI veterinary imaging platform, signaling a dual focus on leadership continuity and technological innovation in the competitive animal health diagnostics market.
A new Treasury Department assessment paints a picture of an economy entering the new year with sustained momentum, driven by business investment and consumer spending, while key inflation metrics show continued moderation.
Sugar futures extended their sharp decline this week, with prices in New York hitting a 2.5-month low and London white sugar touching a five-year trough, pressured by forecasts of abundant global supplies from top producers Brazil, India, and Thailand.
Cocoa prices edged higher Monday, finding a brief respite from a prolonged slump as delivery slowdowns in top grower Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. However, the rally remains fragile, overshadowed by bulging global stocks, weak demand, and forecasts for a continued supply surplus.
Weekend protests in Turin descended into severe violence, with anarchist and far-left groups clashing with police, resulting in over 100 officer injuries. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the "attempted murder" and promised a firm state response.
A male tourist in his 60s was killed in a violent encounter with a wild bull elephant, marking the third confirmed fatality linked to the same animal. Park authorities are now weighing intervention options as human-wildlife conflict escalates.
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.
California unveils a novel $200 million electric vehicle incentive program requiring matched funding from automakers and restricted to first-time EV buyers, with specific vehicle price caps to be set.
While Nvidia's explosive past growth is legendary, its current $4.5 trillion valuation makes a single-stock millionaire story improbable. However, its pivotal role in the AI boom positions it as a powerful engine for market-beating returns, a critical component in any long-term wealth-building strategy.
