The DOJ has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, but some analysts, including tech journalist Walt Mossberg, believe it is a weak case and that Apple is not a monopoly in the smartphone market.
Passengers aboard an Alaska Airlines flight that experienced a door-panel blowout in midflight have been informed by the FBI that they may be victims of a crime, as investigators look into whether the incident violates a previous settlement involving Boeing.
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Aspen experienced a delay of over 17 hours, leading to increased oversight from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) due to recent safety events.
The Federal Aviation Administration is considering temporary action against United Airlines following a series of flight mishaps, which could include restrictions on new routes and pausing the introduction of new planes into commercial service.
The estimated jackpot for Tuesday's Mega Millions lottery drawing is over $1.1 billion, after 30 consecutive drawings without a winner.
A pair of economists from Boston College's Center for Retirement Research propose abolishing the tax advantages given to 401(k) and IRA accounts in order to generate extra cash and fund Social Security, as these tax breaks primarily benefit high earners rather than increasing retirement savings for low earners.
The U.S. accuses Apple of using monopolistic tactics, while Apple argues that the DOJ's actions may ruin what its users enjoy about its phones and ecosystem; meanwhile, Microsoft acquires Inflection AI's co-founders and Nvidia makes surprising announcements at its GTC event.
An artist in San Francisco staged a viral stunt by creating a Japanese snack with Mayor London Breed's picture on the packaging, sparking excitement about the possibility of making the snack available in the US.
Goldman Sachs analysts have reiterated their year-end S&P 500 target of 5,200 points, but also see a scenario in which continued gains in megacap tech stocks could boost the benchmark index to 6,000 points.
Major consulting firms like Accenture and Deloitte are experiencing a slowdown in demand for their services, leading to revenue forecast cuts, reorganizations, and delayed start dates for new hires, although there is increased demand for projects related to AI implementation.
OpenAI is showcasing its text-to-video generator, Sora, to Hollywood studios and talent agencies, potentially revolutionizing the film industry by changing the way movies are made.
The struggles of retailers, both in the UK and the US, continue to mount as inflation and weakened consumer spending take their toll, leading to insolvency proceedings, defaults, and bankruptcy filings.
Blommer Chocolate is closing its downtown Chicago factory due to high operating costs, production reliability issues, and declining sales, with plans to invest $100 million in its remaining facilities.
A man from Glen Burnie, Maryland, bought lottery tickets as a form of stress relief and ended up winning a second-tier prize of $50,000.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is considering taking measures to limit United Airlines' expansion, potentially preventing the carrier from adding new routes and flying paying customers on newly delivered aircraft, due to a series of safety incidents.
Two crew members died during an incident in the engineering space of the world's largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, while it was at Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas, with the cause of the accident currently under investigation.
Two Holland America Line crew members died on board the Nieuw Amsterdam ship in the Bahamas, and the cause of death is currently being investigated.
Two crew members of Holland America Line were killed in an incident in the engineering space of the Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship while it was docked in Half Moon Cay, Bahamas.
Google has been ordered by the government to disclose the personal information and user activity of individuals who watched specific YouTube videos as part of a Bitcoin money laundering investigation.
California's largest home insurance provider, State Farm, will cut 72,000 policies due to inflation, regulatory costs, and increasing catastrophe risks, posing a crisis for property owners, according to the state's insurance commissioner Ricardo Lara.
Spain's High Court has temporarily blocked the messaging app Telegram after media organizations complained about copyright infringement, leaving Spaniards without access to the platform for the time being.
Former President Trump's Truth Social merger deal aims to close the fundraising gap with President Biden, as Trump faces financial hurdles due to his legal battles.
The Biden Environmental Protection Agency implemented a regulation aiming to make two-thirds of new light-duty cars and 46% of medium duty autos sold in the United States electric vehicles by 2032, a move that has been criticized for raising car prices and restricting options for Americans.
Southwest Airlines plans to launch overnight flights from Las Vegas and Hawaii in about two years, offering more options for travelers and potentially reducing costs for the airline.
McDonald's unadvertised "Mickey D's Dinner Box," a meal bundle that includes two cheeseburgers, two Big Macs, four small orders of fries, and a 10-piece order of Chicken McNuggets, has caused a frenzy on TikTok after a video showcasing the deal went viral.
Activist investor Nelson Peltz's criticism of Disney for focusing too much on diversity in their films and not enough on quality storytelling is cited as evidence by Disney that he shouldn't be on their board.
Chick-fil-A will shift from antibiotic-free chicken to using antibiotics important to human medicine in their supply chain starting in Spring 2024 due to concerns about maintaining a high-quality chicken supply, according to an announcement shared by the company.
China's commerce minister, Wang Wentao, met with top global executives from technology, finance, and pharmaceutical industries in an attempt to boost foreign investment amid geopolitical tensions and counter US restrictions on technology access.
Former President Donald Trump's merger of Truth Social has raised questions about the timing, with legal analyst Glenn Kirschner suggesting that the move may be a public relations move and not of significant legal consequence for Trump's court case and ability to post a bond.
The seismic settlement between the National Association of Realtors and home sellers could lead to major changes in the role of real estate agents, potentially allowing technology to reshape their role as buyers and sellers face the prospect of paying their agents separately.
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. plans to split its stock 50-to-1 in order to make its shares more affordable, highlighting the increasing demand for stock splits as stock markets continue to rise.
Chipotle Mexican Grill plans to split its stock in a 50-for-1 split, but investors should focus on the company's business growth instead of expecting any value creation from the stock split.
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an estimated $1.1 billion, making it the eighth-largest prize in U.S. lottery history, while Powerball has also grown to a substantial amount.
MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, will donate the majority of her $640 million in charitable donations to left-wing causes, including supporting migrants who commit crimes and transgender athletes competing against women.
The US Department of Justice, along with 16 state and district attorneys general, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, alleging that the company's practices make it difficult for iPhone users to switch to Android, stifling innovation and limiting consumer choice. The lawsuit raises questions about how smartphone platforms should work together, especially as the industry prepares for the next major shift to AI-based interfaces.
Shop the Amazon Big Spring Sale for deals on a variety of products, including cleaning tools, electronics, kitchen appliances, beauty products, and more.
The US Department of Justice's lawsuit against Apple could have significant implications for the Android ecosystem, with potential outcomes including Apple Watch compatibility with Android, Google Wallet on iOS, improved iMessage interoperability, lower Play Store fees for Android developers, Apple News availability on Android, and a possible groundswell of Android adoption due to increased competition in the smartphone market.
The Amazon Big Spring Sale features a wide range of products on sale, including Apple devices, Amazon devices, tech gadgets, TVs, home and kitchen items, fitness equipment, and more.
The Environmental Working Group's 2024 report on pesticides in produce reveals that strawberries remain the most contaminated fruit, topping the "Dirty Dozen" list, while other fruits and vegetables like spinach, kale, grapes, and peaches also have high levels of pesticide residue.
A new drug regimen for metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma has received approval from the FDA, showing significant improvements in survival rates and response rates compared to the control group in a randomized, controlled trial.
Instagram has reportedly changed its algorithm settings to limit users' access to political content, sparking backlash and accusations of censorship ahead of the upcoming US presidential election.
Former President Donald Trump's social media platform, Truth Social, is set to go public with a potential value of over $5 billion, but if Trump decides to cash out his shares, it could result in other investors following suit and causing the stock to tumble.
A couple priced out of Seattle's housing market purchased a farmhouse in Japan for $30,000, taking advantage of cheap real estate, safety, walkability, and the opportunity to pursue their retirement dreams.
Donald Trump's social media company, Trump Media, is set to go public on the Nasdaq stock exchange with the ticker symbol DJT, potentially resulting in a significant financial gain for the former president despite the previous bankruptcy of his company, Trump Hotels and Casino Resorts, after it raised $140 million in its initial public offering.
Ben Shapiro believes that raising the retirement age is necessary due to increased life expectancy and the unsustainability of relying solely on Social Security benefits.
Nvidia stock continues to surge amid high demand for its AI chips, leading to concerns of overvaluation, but its focus on data centers and strong financial performance suggest it may not follow the same path as Tesla, which faces challenges with falling demand and lower margins.
Nvidia stock has seen substantial gains, raising concerns about overvaluation compared to Tesla, but differences in their businesses and financial performance suggest Nvidia may have a more favorable outlook at the moment.
Reddit's IPO has been successful, with shares soaring on its first day of trading and its market capitalization reaching $9.5 billion, but the company's transformation into a more mainstream platform with stricter moderation rules has raised concerns about the potential impact on the site's community and user experience.
The artificial intelligence market is experiencing significant growth, with the potential to reach nearly $2 trillion by 2030, making it a lucrative industry for investment; two AI stocks to consider are Intel, which is making a comeback through strategic shifts and investments in AI, and Amazon, which has leveraged its cloud services to steer the generative AI market and has promising growth prospects.
State Farm General Insurance will not renew policies for 72,000 property owners in California, sparking a homeowners' insurance crisis in the state.
