Maui county firefighters are blamed for leaving the scene of a wildfire prematurely, allowing a second, more deadly wildfire to break out, despite Hawaii's electric utility admitting that its power lines caused the initial fire.
Stock futures are mixed as the market aims to maintain momentum in the holiday-shortened week, following an upbeat week for Wall Street with the Dow and Nasdaq registering their best performances since July.
Chinese automaker XPeng Motors is set to expand its presence in Europe by entering new markets in Germany, France, and Britain with its G9 SUV, P7 sedan, and G6 model in 2024, aiming to compete with Tesla Model Y and establish brand recognition.
Nordstrom's second-quarter earnings exceed expectations, but sales at its banner stores decline over 10% as consumers remain cautious.
American Airlines has been fined $4.1 million by U.S. aviation regulators for violating tarmac delay laws, with most of the delays occurring at DFW International Airport, and is the largest fine ever issued for tarmac delay violations.
Elon Musk says Twitter will file a defamation lawsuit against the Anti-Defamation League, accusing them of falsely accusing him and the platform of being antisemitic and blaming them for Twitter's falling U.S. advertising revenue.
A Delta pilot was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger's diarrhea caused a biohazard issue on the plane.
Disney shares are trading at their lowest level in nearly a decade due to investors losing faith in the company's long-term stock performance, which has been far behind other notable stocks.
Chinese electric car firms, including BYD and Xpeng, are expanding their presence in Europe and challenging traditional automakers in the EV market, capitalizing on Europe's attractive market and stringent regulations pushing towards EV adoption.
The Colorado Department of Transportation warns travelers to expect congestion and longer drive times on mountain highways and offers tips for Labor Day travel.
Peloton's shares dropped 20% after the company announced that the cost of a bike recall and the loss of 20,000 members exceeded expectations, leading to a bigger-than-expected loss of $242 million in the fourth quarter.
Walmart is teaming up with Alphabet Inc.'s Wing to offer drone delivery to an additional 60,000 homes in Texas, expanding its drone operation to a total of 36 stores across seven states.
Boston Fed President Susan Collins believes that the Federal Reserve is somewhere in the middle regarding inflation and tightening monetary policy, and additional rate hikes are not off the table but will depend on the data.
Goldman Sachs has agreed to sell its $29 billion Personal Financial Management (PFM) unit to Creative Planning in order to refocus on its core client base of ultra-high net worth investors.
Toyota Motor Corp has suspended operations at a dozen assembly plants in Japan due to a malfunction with its production system, likely bringing to a halt almost all of its domestic output.
Air Canada has apologized to two passengers who were kicked off a flight for refusing to sit in seats with vomit on them, sparking controversy over the airline's handling of the incident.
Qantas CEO, Alan Joyce, will leave the airline immediately due to mounting controversies, with the airline facing legal action and public anger despite record profits and a series of scandals.
Zillow is offering a new program to help people buy homes with a 1% down payment option and plans to expand the program to other markets, making renting more fiscally prudent for some.
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Novo Nordisk has launched its weight loss injection, Wegovy, in the U.K. with a controlled and limited release on the National Health Service, although supply constraints continue to impact its rollout.
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk's weight-loss drug, Wegovy, has surpassed LVMH as Europe's most valuable firm, with a market valuation of $428bn, as the drug's popularity continues to grow due to its effectiveness in tricking people into feeling full and aiding weight loss.
Maui County has filed a lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric Company, claiming that the utility company kept their power lines energized despite Power lines supposedly being de-energized, leading to devastating wildfires in Maui County.
Giant Food, a supermarket chain in Washington, D.C., has decided to stop stocking certain national brands due to rampant theft, prompting concerns about shoplifting and the future of some stores.
China is launching a new state-backed investment fund worth $40 billion to boost its semiconductor sector and catch up with the US and other rivals, with a focus on chip manufacturing equipment.
Apple announced its support for a bill in California, called SB 244 or the Right to Repair Act, which would require manufacturers to provide owners and repair shops with the necessary tools and manuals to fix devices.
Farmers Insurance is cutting approximately 11% of its workforce and pulling out of Florida and limiting insurers in California in order to create a more efficient organization and work towards profitability.
Workers at Chevron's Gorgon and Wheatstone LNG projects in Australia plan a two-week strike starting on September 14, which could disrupt LNG exports and potentially increase gas prices.
SoftBank's desired valuation for Arm's IPO may be too high, as investors are focused on medium-term operating profit rather than just revenue, and Arm would need to achieve implausible levels of growth and profitability to justify the target valuation.
Amazon is raising its minimum amount for free shipping for non-Prime members from $25 to $35, forcing customers to spend more, pay for shipping, or subscribe to Prime.
Disney and ESPN are urging Spectrum cable customers to sign up for Hulu with live TV in order to regain access to ESPN and other Disney channels, following a dispute between Charter Communications and Disney Entertainment that has resulted in blackouts for Spectrum customers.
Heineken has completed its exit from Russia by selling its assets for €1 as Moscow imposes restrictions on asset sales in response to Western sanctions, resulting in a €300m loss for the Dutch brewer.
The Powerball lottery jackpot continues to climb as no one matched all six numbers, with the current estimated jackpot at $363 million.
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.GTI concept, an electric hot hatch based on the ID.2all compact, featuring sporty design elements, improved performance, and advanced technology, with production expected to be around the same time as the ID.2all in 2025.
The lottery jackpot for Monday night's drawing was estimated at $363 million, with a cash option of $174.7 million, while the Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday's drawing is at $67 million with a cash option of $32.3 million.
A Delta flight from Atlanta to Barcelona had to turn back due to a passenger experiencing severe diarrhea, causing an eight-hour delay for the flight.
These Star Wars glow-in-the-dark chopsticks are not only durable and functional but also serve as entertaining decor and make a perfect gift for Star Wars fans.
The US FDA has issued a warning against certain eye drops from Dr. Berne's and LightEyez due to microbial contamination, urging consumers to discard them to avoid potential vision-threatening infection.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is expected to give a nuanced speech at the Jackson Hole symposium, leaving room for further interest rate increases if inflation persists, which may rattle markets already concerned about rising borrowing costs.
A study found that Aug. 24 is the "sickest day of the year" in the US, with the highest number of sick leave taken, even though it falls outside the normal flu season, likely due to post-summer fatigue and increased susceptibility to catching bugs.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration is suing Kia and Hyundai for failing to equip cars sold between 2011 and 2022 with anti-theft technology, leading to a wave of thefts in the city and nationwide.
OpenAI has launched its business tier chatbot, ChatGPT Enterprise, featuring GPT-4, faster performance, and API credits, with pricing based on use cases and company size, as it aims to engage with teams and understand deployment before fully opening it up, according to OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap.