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 new economic impact study reveals Kentucky's $10.6 billion bourbon industry continues to generate record tax revenue and jobs, yet confronts a sobering mix of production slowdowns, shifting consumer habits, and volatile export markets.
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.
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.
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.
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.
After a tumultuous period of bankruptcy and closures, TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette is steering a deeply personal turnaround. Early results from holiday pop-ups and a revamped brand voice show promise, but the road to 1,000 restaurants remains steep.
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.
A new national report reveals Wegmans Food Markets experienced one of the steepest declines in customer satisfaction among major grocers in 2026, as economic pressures reshape shopping priorities toward value and convenience.
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 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.
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.
