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Why airfare could rise even more, but airline profits won't
Airlines are trimming capacity as jet fuel prices keep climbing and travelers keep booking.
Hungary’s Orbán-era foreign minister grilled over ties to Chinese automaker after joining company
Hungary’s former foreign minister Péter Szijjártó is appearing before a parliamentary committee to address questions about his dealings with Chinese automaker BYD
Shadow chancellor to unveil Tory plans to cut taxes and regulations
Shadow ministers will unveil a series of policies on day two of the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham.
Anthropic, OpenAI, Google and Meta execs set to testify at NYC Council hearing on AI risks
The leading AI labs facing intensifying scrutiny over their safety and security practices.
Wells Fargo has lagged rival banks. Morgan Stanley says it’s time to buy
The outlook for Wells Fargo is improving, according to Morgan Stanley.
China shuts hundreds of banks as Beijing moves to shore up its financial system
Beijing shuttered 670 mainly rural banks last year in a bid to create fewer, larger and better-capitalized lenders.
Cerebras stock climbs 6% after Sam Altman calls the chipmaker a 'close partner'
Cerebras stock climbed in premarket trading after OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman reassured investors that the firm is a "close partner."
Harley-Davidson has struggled in recent years. Citi says buy the stock
Harley-Davidson is gaining momentum after a multiyear slump, according to Citi.
Three tax votes in November that will affect high earners
Voters will decide whether to raise or lower taxes on the wealthy in multiple states next month, with California leading the way with a potential wealth tax.
Average five-year mortgage rate hits 6% for first time in three years
The cost of a new fixed-rate mortgage has been rising in recent weeks as lenders face higher costs.
BT agrees rescue deal to buy broadband operator TalkTalk
The takeover still needs to be approved by the regulator, but would give certainty to TalkTalk's millions of customers
Lao man deported by the US to Eswatini is released after more than a year in prison
A Lao man deported by the United States to Eswatini under the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown has been released after more than a year in prison
How much is your salary?
And would you reveal it in a job interview?
Trump proposal could make it easier to suspend or expel Head Start students
The Trump administration has proposed changes to Head Start regulations that would remove rules against suspending and expelling preschoolers
How India became dangerously addicted to Chinese imports
India’s toy shops provide an unlikely barometer by which to measure its economic relationship with China.
Trump chooses top spy boss to run new AI taskforce
The US president said his national intelligence chief will lead the group as worries over AI grow.
Mortgage rates reach 3-year highs, pushing down housing sales
Mortgage rates have reached three-year highs, which is pushing down housing sales. Akiko Fujita has more details from Los Angeles.
The job interview question you don't have to answer
Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.
Major oil exporters agree to keep production steady in November
Iran war has driven the price of benchmark Brent crude oil above $100 a barrel.
Serb separatist Dodik declares victory in Bosnia vote as ethnic tensions and EU hopes collide
Milorad Dodik has declared victory for his party in Bosnia's election, which was influenced by economic pressures, EU membership prospects, and ethnic tensions
Poll: Latino voters swing away from Trump and Republicans
Democrats have a significant lead among Latino voters in 2026 amid economic concerns, according to the NBC News/Telemundo poll.
Bolsonaro and Lula head to a runoff in Brazil's presidential election
Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, and Brazil’s veteran President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will face off in a runoff for the top job of Latin America’s powerhouse economy
Ethiopian federal forces retake Mekelle airport from Tigrayan fighters, residents say
Ethiopian federal forces have retaken Mekelle’s airport from Tigrayan fighters
Thousands pack arena in Belgrade as Serbia's leader Vucic launches prime minister bid
Thousands of supporters of Serbia's populist leader Aleksandar Vucic have packed Belgrade's largest arena for the launch of his campaign for prime minister
Global tech policymakers agree to embrace AI in science
A joint statement issued by the U.S. and 15 other countries touts the technology’s potential to accelerate scientific progress.
Economist Betsey Stevenson breaks down the gender gap in recent hiring reports
The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected last month and unemployment ticked up to 4.2%. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Betsey Stevenson, an economist at the University of Michigan.
Economist Betsey Stevenson on why women are snagging most new U.S. jobs
The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected last month. As in recent months, most new jobs went to women. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Betsey Stevenson, an economist at the University of Michigan.
New baby bank 'open to everybody'
The facility offers essential items for free, including clothes for babies and small children.
Hawaii’s picturesque Hōlei Sea Arch collapses into the ocean
The Google Maps red pin for the Hōlei Sea Arch, a rugged, 90-foot bow formed by 550-year-old lava flows and the prolonged sculpture of the salty Pacific, now states, “Permanently closed.”
Environmental groups sue Trump administration over vehicle MPG rollback
Reducing fuel-efficiency standards will raise prices at the pump and produce more harmful emissions, according to environmentalists.
American Airlines will let travelers mix cash and miles to pay for flights
As holiday airfares spike, American Airlines plans to let travelers pay for flights with a mix of cash and loyalty points.
Amazon vows to invest $1 billion in areas where it builds data centers
Amazon said it will invest $1 billion over five years to support job education, energy affordability and other priorities in communities where its data centers are located.
The AI revolution is likely to drive up your electricity bill. Here's why.
Utilities are racing to build data centers to meet surging demand for AI and other tech services. Ratepayers will pick up the tab, experts say.
Tony Romo out as NFL analyst for CBS Sports following July DUI arrest
Tony Romo is out as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports following his July arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, the network said Friday.
Paramount and Warner Bros. is getting a new name: Skydance
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison reveals Paramount and Warner Bros. will operate under the “Skydance” name following their merger. Entertainment journalist Brian Balthazar shares the latest on the acquisition and the company’s upcoming rebrand.
Amazon Prime customers could get $200 refunds in expanded FTC deal
Some Amazon customers could receive refunds of up to $200. Here's who is eligible for a payment and when consumers will get the money.
G7 countries to release up to 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil reserves
Group of Seven countries agreed to release tens of millions of barrels of diesel fuel and crude to cap soaring gas prices.
The U.S. added only 29,000 jobs in September as job market lacks spark
U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate inched up to 4.2%. Job gains for July and August were revised down by a total of 60,000 jobs, extending a lackluster run for the job market.
Employers added 29,000 jobs in September, missing economic forecasts
Unemployment ticked up to 4.2% in September, while employers pulled back on hiring amid economic headwinds.
U.S. labor market slows with midterms on the horizon
The U.S. labor market slowed during the month of September, according to new data Friday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas?
Diesel hasn't always been more expensive than other gasoline. Then in 2004, a switch happened due to air quality standards, demand, and taxes. In this week's Indicator newsletter, we dig into diesel prices, what kind of fun people are buying, and other forms of making your tax bill smaller.
U.S. employers add only 29,000 jobs in September, much less than August
The Labor Department offered an update Friday on the strength of the U.S. job market. The news comes as long-term interest rates have been climbing.
Labor Department to release September jobs report
The Labor Department offers an update Friday on the strength of the U.S. job market. The news comes as long-term interest rates have been climbing.
Economist discusses high bond yields and the September jobs report
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics, about high bond yields and the September jobs report.
Some of the super wealthy are plowing money into a tax loophole to slash taxes to 0
There's a tax loophole that lets millionaires and billionaires drawdown their taxes… to nothing. So what does tax-loss harvesting mean and why is it still allowed?
Cyber scams have targeted 9 in 10 Americans as AI fuels fraud
Cyberattacks and scams are skyrocketing due to artificial intelligence, which is making it easier for criminals to engage in fraud, the report finds.
U.S. pressures European allies to release diesel reserves as Trump considers export ban
The Trump administration asked European allies to release diesel from their emergency stockpiles to increase global supplies and tamp down on soaring prices.
Stocks Sink in Broad AI Rout Sparked by China's DeepSeek
U.S. stocks were mostly lower, with the Nasdaq leading declines as makers of AI infrastructure suffered steep falls, many in the double digits. Nvidia was down 16%.
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Lower
Gold settled 1.4% lower, down two of the past three sessions, and silver fell 2.5%, down three of the past four sessions.
DeepSeek Won't Sink U.S. AI Titans
Panic fueling the selloff of Nvidia, Broadcom and other tech giants is overblown.
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Gain insight on Experian, SoFi Technologies and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.
Arabica Coffee Prices Hit Record on U.S., Colombia Tariff Spat
Arabica coffee prices hit a record level, as traders digested the withdrawal of President Trump’s threats to impose tariffs and economic sanctions on Colombia.
Swiss franc, Japanese yen Rise as DeepSeek News Boosts Safe Havens
The Yen and Swiss Franc were stronger against the dollar as investors sought safe havens after Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s new AI model hit U.S. tech stocks.
Natural Gas Falls on Shifting Weather Forecasts
U.S. natural gas futures fell after weekend updates took some of the chill out of early February weather forecasts.
Building-Products Distributor QXO Launches Hostile Bid for Beacon
QXO is taking its offer directly to shareholders after being rebuffed on several occasions.