In a rare show of common cause, both government supporters and opponents took to the streets of Caracas on Monday, demanding better salaries and pensions as the interim administration promises an oil-fueled recovery.
A captive breeding program for the elusive Guthega skink in Victoria's high country yields a rare pregnancy, potentially boosting the known wild population from 11 to 13 individuals.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for urgent action to dismantle barriers and create a truly integrated European capital market, arguing it is essential for the bloc's economic competitiveness and to keep innovative firms from listing abroad.
A former Starbucks executive alleges in a lawsuit that she was terminated after reporting maggot infestations and fire risks in new equipment, and refusing to falsify safety data.
Industry veteran Kristen Sosa joins Caleres as Division President, taking the helm of a portfolio including Stuart Weitzman, Veronica Beard, and Favorite Daughter, signaling a strategic push for growth.
A perfect storm of deep personnel cuts, leadership instability, and sweeping tax code changes is set to challenge the IRS during the upcoming filing season, potentially slowing refunds for millions. Experts advise electronic filing and direct deposit to navigate the hurdles.
U.S. corn futures edged lower at Monday's midday, pressured by a stronger dollar, falling crude oil, and a weekly export inspections report that fell short of last year's pace. The market also digested trade developments with India and positioning data from speculators.
Soybean futures traded lower midday Monday, pressured by mixed export figures and a growing Brazilian harvest. The market also digested news of a potential U.S.-India trade deal that could impact agricultural flows.
Cotton futures trimmed early losses by midday Thursday, recovering slightly despite broader market pressure. The partial rebound followed a surprise announcement from former President Donald Trump regarding a new trade agreement with India, a key cotton importer.
The Texas-born travel center giant Buc-ee's is renowned for massive stores and spotless restrooms. But its most disruptive industry practice might be its pay scale, which far exceeds typical convenience store wages and fuels intense competition for jobs.
Opera's shares soared nearly 18% after the browser company integrated Tether's dominant USDT stablecoin into its MiniPay wallet, highlighting investor optimism around its Web3 strategy despite unanswered questions on long-term monetization.
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.
President Trump urges immediate House passage of a bipartisan spending deal to end the government shutdown, facing resistance from both progressive Democrats and his own party's right flank over immigration enforcement terms.
Amazon has filed a WARN notice indicating it will permanently eliminate 2,198 positions across multiple locations in Washington state by late April 2026, adding to a wave of corporate restructuring that has already seen thousands of layoffs in the region.
T-Mobile has filed a WARN notice with Washington state officials, signaling permanent layoffs for 393 employees across multiple locations starting April 2026, amid a broader wave of tech sector workforce reductions.
The Internal Revenue Service has officially designated a one-time $1,776 payment to approximately 1.5 million U.S. service members as non-taxable income, providing a financial boost that does not need to be reported on federal returns.
GameStop shares surged after CEO Ryan Cohen teased a major consumer sector acquisition, signaling a strategic shift away from the company's bitcoin bet and toward what he calls a 'way more compelling' opportunity.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has postponed the release of January's crucial employment data due to a partial government shutdown, leaving markets and policymakers in the dark as a funding impasse in Congress continues.
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.
While a seven-figure nest egg is a common retirement goal, financial experts caution that its sufficiency hinges on withdrawal strategies, lifestyle expectations, and supplemental income.
