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Grocery Bills in 2026: A Legacy of Trade, Climate, and Labor Costs

As the second year of the second Trump administration unfolds, grocery prices remain elevated, shaped by a complex mix of enduring trade policies, climate disruptions, and structural labor costs. Experts warn of a two-track market where some relief is possible, but core inflationary pressures are here to stay.

Business

Intel Stock Surges 12% on Apple Foundry Talks and SoftBank AI Alliance

Intel shares rallied sharply this week as reports of potential manufacturing deals with Apple and a new AI memory collaboration with SoftBank's Saimemory division offset concerns over recent financial losses and a new shelf registration filing. The developments signal a strategic pivot toward becoming a full-scale foundry and AI infrastructure player.

World

As Washington Seeks Minerals, Congo Fears a Raw Deal

While U.S. officials host a global summit on critical minerals, communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo voice deep skepticism that new deals will translate into local benefits, amid fears of entrenched exploitation and conflict.