President Trump's latest push to improve housing affordability centers on lowering borrowing costs, not home values. But with a severe shortage of homes and prices near record highs, economists warn his proposals may simply reignite price surges rather than create lasting relief for aspiring homeowners.
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a Homeland Security rule that required advance notice for congressional visits to ICE facilities, citing 'irreparable harm' to oversight duties amid heightened national scrutiny.
A Wall Street Journal report reveals a major investment by UAE's Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a Trump-linked cryptocurrency company days before the 2024 inauguration, followed by a reversal of U.S. policy on advanced AI chip exports to the UAE.
Indonesian authorities have conditionally lifted the ban on the Grok AI chatbot after receiving a detailed compliance plan from X Corp. The move follows regional concerns over the platform's misuse for generating explicit deepfakes.
Maine moves to establish a novel regulatory framework for on-demand pay services, while Washington, D.C. debates whether to treat them as loans, highlighting a national struggle to oversee this fast-growing fintech sector.
Humana shares have faced significant pressure, dropping over 20% in six months. As the healthcare insurer navigates a challenging environment, investors are weighing whether the sell-off presents a strategic entry point or signals deeper issues.
As financial pressures and a search for engagement redefine retirement, a new wave of seniors is turning to flexible, low-barrier side gigs. From online tutoring to pet care, these roles leverage lifelong skills without requiring prior formal experience.
Visa is aggressively expanding its footprint beyond traditional card payments, launching new initiatives in stablecoin settlements, renter-focused commerce, and streamlined crypto-to-fiat conversions. These partnerships aim to embed Visa's network into the burgeoning worlds of blockchain-based finance and essential housing expenditures.
Dutch payments giant Adyen is forging ahead with two key partnerships—enabling SNAP EBT payments in the U.S. with Forage and launching embedded solutions in Asia-Pacific with Raptor—as it seeks to reignite growth while its shares languish well below historic highs.
In a departure from long-standing restrictions, approximately 1,500 Israeli Jews held morning prayers at the contested Joseph's Tomb in Nablus. A senior settler official called the event a move toward cementing Israeli sovereignty over the site, which lies in an area under Palestinian administrative control.
Robinhood Markets is making a bold two-pronged move, expanding its tokenized stock offerings while positioning itself as a key retail gateway for SpaceX's anticipated IPO. This strategy underscores its ambition to democratize high-profile investments but also intensifies scrutiny on its regulatory risks and valuation.
As healthcare and living expenses climb, experts outline potential administrative and legislative avenues that could impact retiree finances in the coming years, from Medicare reform to tax adjustments.
A pivotal week for prediction markets saw Coinbase partner with Kalshi to offer event contracts nationwide, while the CFTC moved to establish clearer regulatory standards. Meanwhile, traders sharply increased bets on a potential U.S. government shutdown.
A new analysis from WalletHub places Wisconsin in the top tier of states for retirees, citing its affordability, quality of life, and healthcare access as key strengths for those planning their post-career years.
Oshkosh Corporation's Q4 earnings revealed a complex picture of strong demand in key segments countered by cost pressures and tariff headwinds. While management pointed to robust orders ahead of 2026 price hikes, analysts probed deeper into the sustainability of margins and the path forward for its Access business.
Trade Minister Parks Tau is set to sign a key economic pact in Beijing this week, aiming to secure duty-free access for South African exports to the Chinese market amid strained relations with Washington.
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman acknowledges the humor in rival Anthropic's Super Bowl spot mocking ChatGPT ads but criticizes its portrayal as misleading, while hinting at OpenAI's own upcoming ad focusing on AI accessibility.
As retail giants Walmart and Target grapple with billions in losses from theft, Costco's controlled-access membership model and stringent exit checks keep its inventory shrinkage remarkably low, offering a stark contrast in loss prevention strategies.
UnitedHealth Group faces a multi-front challenge as a Department of Justice investigation into Medicare billing coincides with proposed payment changes and new transparency rules for its pharmacy unit, testing the resilience of its integrated business model.
Despite promises to protect survivors' identities, unredacted names and personal information remain accessible in the recently released Epstein documents, prompting accusations of negligence and permanent harm.
