A 26-year-old teacher and coach in Nebraska has been charged with sexual abuse by a school official for an intimate relationship with an 18-year-old woman that began two months after her graduation, highlighting the state's strict post-graduation prohibition period.
Expedia Group stock rose sharply after announcing an expanded, exclusive partnership with Affirm, making the fintech firm the sole 'Buy Now, Pay Later' provider across its major U.S. travel platforms.
Asset managers unleashed a historic wave of nearly 1,000 new active ETFs last year, even as a record number shuttered. Despite the high-stakes environment, firms are doubling down, betting on sustained investor demand and advisor adoption to justify the rush.
Business Facilities magazine has named North Carolina its 'State of the Year' for business climate and economic development, the state's third such win in six years, following a surge of multi-billion dollar investments from tech and manufacturing giants.
Swiss banking giant UBS is preparing to offer a limited group of its wealth management clients access to trade Bitcoin and Ether, marking a significant but measured step into digital assets as it responds to client demand and a shifting regulatory landscape.
As the ASX braces for a turbulent February amid rate hike fears, a closer look reveals resilient micro-caps with unique value propositions. We analyze three sub-$150M companies—from healthcare tech to critical minerals—that are navigating the volatility with strong balance sheets and niche market positions.
Fifth Third Bancorp has finalized its $12.3 billion acquisition of Comerica Bank, with customer system conversions and branch rebranding to begin in September. The deal creates the ninth-largest U.S. bank and significantly expands Michigan's branch network, though some closures and layoffs are expected.
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.
Thai military officials have revealed a massive cache of evidence, including scam scripts and fake police setups, seized from a contested border compound in Cambodia, shedding light on the scale of transnational cyber fraud operations in the region.
Russia's Foreign Ministry issued a stark warning on Monday, stating any deployment of foreign military forces or infrastructure in Ukraine would be considered an intervention, making those forces lawful targets for Russian strikes.
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.
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.
The surge in popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy is sending shockwaves far beyond the pharmacy, fundamentally altering consumer spending, challenging major corporations, and forcing a broad economic recalibration.
The sports betting giant is set to launch a cryptocurrency conversion feature for deposits in Illinois, Kentucky, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Massachusetts regulators, however, have blocked the move, citing unresolved concerns over the technology's readiness and consumer protection.
Shares of the casino operator have pulled back from a four-year high in December, but a historically reliable long-term trendline suggests potential upside ahead of Thursday's earnings release.
Cboe Global Markets is exploring a revival of simplified, event-based binary options for retail investors, aiming to compete with surging prediction markets while navigating a complex regulatory landscape.
As AMD prepares to report its Q4 2025 results, robust data center demand and ramping MI350 AI chip deployments paint a bullish picture. Yet, heavy investment costs and a history of post-earnings stock dips suggest investors should temper expectations.
M/I Homes' latest financial results reveal a year of softer earnings and margin pressure, even as the company completed a significant share repurchase. This mixed picture is prompting investors to reassess the homebuilder's near-term growth trajectory and the sustainability of its capital return strategy.
In his first interview as Executive Chairman, Gildo Zegna outlines a strategy of agility and direct consumer engagement to navigate global uncertainties, as the group reports resilient 2025 results driven by its flagship brand.
Investment firm Hussman Strategic Advisors has significantly increased its stake in Etsy, signaling strong conviction in the e-commerce platform's recovery strategy and growth potential, particularly from its Depop subsidiary.
