Alphabet's self-driving subsidiary Waymo has closed a massive $16 billion funding round, catapulting its valuation to $126 billion and signaling robust investor confidence in the future of autonomous vehicles.
The benchmark index has been trapped in a tight range for months, gaining a mere 1% since October as a defensive rotation into energy and healthcare pressures tech-heavy portfolios. Analysts warn the prolonged consolidation is creating a 'ticking clock' scenario, setting the stage for a decisive breakout or breakdown.
President-elect Laura Fernandez turns to El Salvador's controversial leader Nayib Bukele for guidance, signaling a hardline shift in tackling Costa Rica's escalating drug trade violence, including plans for a Bukele-style mega-prison.
In a notable show of party unity, Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico affirmed on 'The View' that Democratic primary opponent Rep. Jasmine Crockett could win a statewide race, addressing underlying questions about her electability as a Black woman in Texas.
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 former American Airlines crew member has filed a high-stakes lawsuit against Airbus, alleging that exposure to contaminated cabin air during a ground incident left her with debilitating neurological symptoms and unable to work, echoing broader industry concerns.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirms the rising human toll from the prolonged freeze, with hypothermia suspected in most cases as the city battles historically low temperatures.
Authorities in Mobile County are urgently searching for a missing mother, her teenage daughter, and toddler son after discovering evidence of a disturbance at their residence, indicating they may have been taken against their will.
The Coast Guard has identified the seven individuals lost when the fishing vessel Lily Jean sank off the Massachusetts coast. As the community gathers to mourn, officials warn a complex investigation into the cause could take months.
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 severe winter storm Fern, leaving nearly a million customers without power, has starkly highlighted the U.S. electrical grid's persistent vulnerabilities. This comes despite repeated warnings from reliability monitors about the system's growing strain.
A high-earning Orlando software engineer faces a stark choice: pursue a lifelong dream in federal law enforcement at a major pay cut and a significant real estate loss, or stay put in a lucrative tech career. His story highlights the personal costs behind shifting housing markets and career pivots.
The medical device developer Beta Bionics has received a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a regulatory action stemming from a facility inspection last summer. The company maintains the letter will not disrupt its operations, manufacturing, or the planned launch of its new insulin patch pump.
New clinical imaging data for Molecular Partners' experimental radiotherapeutic MP0712, targeting the DLL3 protein in cancers like small cell lung cancer, show favorable tumor targeting and healthy organ clearance. The company confirms its U.S. Phase I/II trial is now open for patient screening.
The narrative around Chinese electric vehicles is undergoing a fundamental shift. Once known primarily for affordability, leading Chinese automakers are now challenging incumbents with rapidly improving quality, technology, and reliability, forcing a global industry recalibration.
A 65-year-old Thai tourist was killed by a bull elephant with a known history of aggression in Khao Yai National Park, marking the animal's third human fatality and prompting urgent discussions on wildlife management strategies.
As BHP Group advances plans to create one of the world's first fully autonomous copper mines at Escondida Norte, it simultaneously contends with Chinese import restrictions on its Jimblebar iron ore and ramps up exploration via its 2026 Xplor program, highlighting the complex balancing act facing the global mining giant.
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.
A soon-to-be father's anxiety over an $8,000 car loan led him to consider a costly 401(k) withdrawal. Financial experts Dave Ramsey and John Delony strongly advised against it, highlighting the severe penalties and long-term consequences of mixing emotional decisions with retirement planning.
Sources indicate Disney's board is finalizing plans to appoint theme parks chairman Josh D’Amaro as the company's next chief executive, concluding a lengthy succession search. The move would place the profitable parks division veteran at the helm of the global entertainment giant.
