A new report reveals a stark divergence in the U.S. housing market: while high rates cool mainstream activity, ultra-luxury sales above $10 million surged to a record $38.6 billion in 2025, driven by new wealth creation and a flight to tangible assets.
Freshly released court documents include FBI testimony from a confidential source claiming the late financier Jeffrey Epstein managed hidden assets for Russian President Vladimir Putin and other powerful figures, shedding new light on his shadowy financial network.
The United States and India have announced a significant trade agreement, dramatically reducing tariffs after months of tension. The deal, linked to India halting Russian oil purchases, aims to boost bilateral trade and supply chain diversification.
The United States has dramatically escalated airstrikes in Somalia, conducting over 150 missions since 2025, as military officials warn of a direct threat from ISIS-affiliated groups plotting attacks against American soil.
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.
Fifth Third Bancorp has finalized its acquisition of Comerica Incorporated, a move that consolidates the Midwest banking landscape and creates the nation's ninth-largest bank with nearly $300 billion in assets.
German federal prosecutors have arrested five individuals accused of operating a sophisticated smuggling network that allegedly funneled millions of euros worth of dual-use goods to Russian defense firms, in violation of EU sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine.
New data reveals U.S. homeowners are holding onto their properties longer than at any point in the last quarter-century, with coastal markets showing the most pronounced stagnation. High mortgage rates, soaring prices, and a severe inventory crunch have created a powerful 'lock-in' effect, reshaping the dynamics of the housing market.
In a sweeping interview, Elon Musk positioned solar power as the indispensable core of future energy, AI, and space ambitions, praising China's manufacturing scale while urging a massive U.S. build-out.
The Detroit automaker has held preliminary talks with Xiaomi and other Chinese manufacturers about potential joint ventures to build electric vehicles in the United States, a move already drawing sharp criticism from Washington lawmakers.
In a landmark agreement announced by former President Trump and Prime Minister Modi, the U.S. will slash tariffs on Indian goods, while New Delhi commits to halt Russian oil imports and significantly increase purchases of American energy and goods.
Amazon's ongoing corporate restructuring has resulted in significant layoffs across its Seattle-area headquarters, with software engineers among the most affected roles, as the tech giant continues to streamline operations and invest in AI.
A U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo aircraft, linked to prior military support in Venezuela, landed at a Cuban military airfield. The arrival coincides with a declared U.S. national emergency over Cuba and fuels concerns over Moscow's strategic activities in America's backyard.
A second round of trilateral negotiations involving the United States, Russia, and Ukraine is set to begin in the United Arab Emirates this week, following a brief pause in attacks on Kyiv that has cautiously raised hopes for de-escalation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated on Monday that achieving a lasting and honorable peace is a realistic goal, as preparations finalize for a new round of negotiations involving Russian and U.S. officials set to begin this week in the UAE capital.
Reports of discussions between Ford Motor Company and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi over a potential electric vehicle partnership have ignited industry speculation, despite both firms denying any imminent deal. The talks underscore the complex interplay of technology, geopolitics, and market access shaping the global EV race.
The death of Jose 'Gonzalito' Sanchez, second-in-command of Colombia's largest criminal syndicate, in a boating accident raises immediate questions about the stability of ongoing government negotiations aimed at ending decades of conflict.
TOPEKA — Kansas's popular Learning Quest 529 savings plans are set for a significant upgrade next month, promising families new investment options, enhanced planning tools, and reduced management fees under a new administrator, State Treasurer Steven Johnson announced.
During UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's visit to Addis Ababa, British investor Gridworks signed landmark agreements to develop two major transmission projects. The deals, part of a broader UK strategy linking economic development with migration management, mark Ethiopia's first public-private partnerships in its power transmission sector.
