# Business

Top business news and trends: financial markets, startups, investments, corporate strategies, emerging technologies, and economic insights.

Markets & Economy

Financial markets, macroeconomic forecasts, inflation, stock indices, economic crises, and their impact on business.

Beauty pageant queen, 18, who overcame childhood homelessness, abuse killed in Florida car crash

Beauty pageant queen, 18, who overcame childhood homelessness, abuse killed in Florida car crash

An 18-year-old beauty pageant queen who overcame childhood homelessness and an abusive mother was killed in a car crash with a tractor-trailer in Florida.

Pro-union Trump nominee faces Senate grilling as at least one Republican vows to oppose her

Pro-union Trump nominee faces Senate grilling as at least one Republican vows to oppose her

Lori Chavez-DeRemer will go before the Senate HELP committee on Wednesday for a confirmation hearing. Sen. Rand Paul, who has already said he will vote "no," is on the committee.

Toronto plane crash survivors seen taking luggage amid emergency exit; travel experts weigh in

Toronto plane crash survivors seen taking luggage amid emergency exit; travel experts weigh in

Video of the Toronto plane crash shows evacuees exiting the Delta aircraft with their luggage as a flight attendant can be heard saying, "Leave everything. Drop it."

Sanctuary state's 'green light' law is red flag for Americans' safety, national security: experts

Sanctuary state's 'green light' law is red flag for Americans' safety, national security: experts

New York's controversial "green light law" is under fire once again as experts warn it puts Border Patrol agents and the American public at risk.

VP Vance's Munich speech praised as 'Churchillian' moment as CBS host faces criticism for response

VP Vance's Munich speech praised as 'Churchillian' moment as CBS host faces criticism for response

Jonathan Turley praised VP Vance for his Munich Security Conference address, criticizing European free speech laws, criticizes response from CBS anchor Margaret Brennan.

Conservative-leaning enclave in blue state drives down crime as residents of liberal counties pay price

Conservative-leaning enclave in blue state drives down crime as residents of liberal counties pay price

A blue state sheriffs says his county is seeing lower crime rates despite a statewide trend of violent crimes on the rise in what he calls the "least policed state in the nation."

Meghan Markle rushes 'cringeworthy' rebrand after trademark woes: expert

Meghan Markle rushes 'cringeworthy' rebrand after trademark woes: expert

Just weeks before Netflix premieres Meghan Markle's lifestyle series, "With Love, Meghan," the Duchess of Sussex announced her lifestyle brand's new name.

Medicaid becomes flashpoint in House debate over Trump budget bill

Medicaid becomes flashpoint in House debate over Trump budget bill

Some House Republicans are nervous about their own conference's goal of cutting $2 trillion in government spending, warning it could put key agencies on the chopping block.

Bipartisan probation reform modeled off DeSantis and Jay-Z efforts primed for passage in VA

Bipartisan probation reform modeled off DeSantis and Jay-Z efforts primed for passage in VA

A bipartisan criminal justice reform bill is making its way through the Virginia State Senate this week, but the last iteration of similar reforms was vetoed.

Musk opens up about dinner party that soured when Trump's name was invoked: 'Like methamphetamine and rabies'

Musk opens up about dinner party that soured when Trump's name was invoked: 'Like methamphetamine and rabies'

Elon Musk spoke out in a Tuesday interview with Fox News anchor Sean Hannity about a dinner party that made him realize that "Trump Derangement Syndrome" was "real."

SpaceX makes history after launching rocket from Florida and landing booster in Bahamas

SpaceX makes history after launching rocket from Florida and landing booster in Bahamas

For the first time ever, SpaceX launched a rocket into space from Florida and landed the booster the Bahamas, allowing for future polar-orbit spaceflight missions.

Companies & Startups

Corporate news, startups, mergers & acquisitions, strategic partnerships, funding, and business innovations.

National raw milk regulations likely coming with new administration, says Raw Farm boss

National raw milk regulations likely coming with new administration, says Raw Farm boss

Mark McAfee, who leads the California-based Raw Farm and founded the Raw Milk Institute, teaches others about the benefits of raw milk for human consumption. But there are risks, as well.

Trump can rein in Biden’s out-of-control antitrust operation

Trump can rein in Biden’s out-of-control antitrust operation

Trump can fix one of the most-broken aspects of the Biden administration -- its antitrust efforts. Activist staffers like former FTC Chair Lina Khan have undermined business.

CBS host Margaret Brennan's frequent viral clashes with Trump officials put her in the spotlight

CBS host Margaret Brennan's frequent viral clashes with Trump officials put her in the spotlight

CBS News host has regularly clashed with Trump administration officials and allies after the administration took office, but also before Trump won the presidency.

Shocking government report reveals national debt crisis grew much worse under Biden

Shocking government report reveals national debt crisis grew much worse under Biden

President Joe Biden left America so far in the red it's almost impossible to imagine. The US is is already $36 trillion in debt and heading toward $52 trillion by 2035 if nothing is done.

The real reasons why In-N-Out Burger and more are leaving California

The real reasons why In-N-Out Burger and more are leaving California

Hundreds of businesses are discovering that California is no longer the land of opportunity. It's the Left Coast and that means high taxes and lots of excess regulations.

4 key women's health issues that have been neglected, doctor says

4 key women's health issues that have been neglected, doctor says

Functional medicine provider Dr. Austin Lake of Tulsa, Oklahoma, breaks down several women's health issues that he hopes the burgeoning MAHA movement will address.

Blake Lively’s red carpet return shows 'she's holding herself in a power position': body language expert

Blake Lively’s red carpet return shows 'she's holding herself in a power position': body language expert

Blake Lively looked "confident" next to husband Ryan Reynolds during a surprise red carpet appearance at "SNL50," according to a body language expert.

CNN anchor surprised when former Social Security official laughs off questions about fraud

CNN anchor surprised when former Social Security official laughs off questions about fraud

Former Social Security commissioner Martin O’Malley laughed at Elon Musk’s accusation that the agency was rife with fraud on Tuesday's “CNN News Central."

Latest News

Hailey Bieber sells makeup brand Rhode to Elf Beauty in $1 billion deal

May 28, 2025 20:35

Fed saw inflation, jobless, stability risks at May meeting, minutes show

May 28, 2025 20:35

Stephen A. Smith denies plans to run for president in 2028 but says 'Kamala Harris better not'

Feb 19, 2025 12:30

Dramatic dashcam footage shows moment Sacramento driver flies off busy overpass: video

Feb 19, 2025 12:16

Treasury secretary says there will be return on investment as US spends billions to help aid Ukraine

Feb 19, 2025 12:00

Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans

Feb 19, 2025 12:00

Technology & Trends

Digital transformation, AI, fintech, business automation, shifts in consumer behavior, and new business models.

Stephen A. Smith denies plans to run for president in 2028 but says 'Kamala Harris better not'

Stephen A. Smith denies plans to run for president in 2028 but says 'Kamala Harris better not'

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith argued that people are speculating about whether he will run for office because they are desperate for new Democratic Party leader.

Dramatic dashcam footage shows moment Sacramento driver flies off busy overpass: video

Dramatic dashcam footage shows moment Sacramento driver flies off busy overpass: video

Dashcam footage captured the dramatic moment when a vehicle flew off the Interstate 5 overpass and dropped on to a busy Sacramento freeway on Presidents' Day, injuring only the driver.

Treasury secretary says there will be return on investment as US spends billions to help aid Ukraine

Treasury secretary says there will be return on investment as US spends billions to help aid Ukraine

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent breaks down his proposal to Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy about the United States receiving access to rare earth minerals on "Special Report."

Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans

Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans

Unitree H1 robots dance at gala, blending AI and tradition. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson examines the convergence of cutting-edge technology and traditional culture.

Here's the argument Trump hopes will net first major SCOTUS win in second term

Here's the argument Trump hopes will net first major SCOTUS win in second term

The Trump DOJ is arguing the lower courts are attempting to "seize executive power" in its challenge over its firing of former Head of the Special Counsel Office Hampton Dellinger.

Louisiana governor slams teacher who made students complain to his office about climate change

Louisiana governor slams teacher who made students complain to his office about climate change

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry criticized a teacher and the education system after his office received submissions from students saying the educator required them to make complaints.

DHS says it 'can, should and will' administer polygraph exams amid ICE raid location leaks

DHS says it 'can, should and will' administer polygraph exams amid ICE raid location leaks

DHS said it “can, should and will" administer polygraph exams to employees after Secretary Noem allegedly warned they will be used to combat potential leaks about upcoming ICE raids.

Pope Francis slept peacefully, ate breakfast following diagnosis of pneumonia in both lungs

Pope Francis slept peacefully, ate breakfast following diagnosis of pneumonia in both lungs

Pope Francis, 88, slept well and ate breakfast on Wednesday morning after he was diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia, according to the Vatican.

'Cleaner' director gets candid on eco-terrorism, and what he makes of those 'Die Hard' comparisons

'Cleaner' director gets candid on eco-terrorism, and what he makes of those 'Die Hard' comparisons

"Cleaner" director Martin Campbell talks eco-terrorism and why he believes his movie is unique from "Die Hard" despite the consistent comparisons.

Jordan Peterson optimistic about Trump, who seems ‘tougher’ and ‘humbler’ after brush with death

Jordan Peterson optimistic about Trump, who seems ‘tougher’ and ‘humbler’ after brush with death

Dr. Jordan Peterson believes President Trump’s “brush with death" seems to have made him both “tougher" and “humbler" than he was during his first term.

Hailey Bieber sells makeup brand Rhode to Elf Beauty in $1 billion deal

Fed saw inflation, jobless, stability risks at May meeting, minutes show

Stephen A. Smith denies plans to run for president in 2028 but says 'Kamala Harris better not'

Dramatic dashcam footage shows moment Sacramento driver flies off busy overpass: video

Treasury secretary says there will be return on investment as US spends billions to help aid Ukraine

Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans

Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans

Unitree H1 robots dance at gala, blending AI and tradition. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson examines the convergence of cutting-edge technology and traditional culture.

February 19, 2025

Here's the argument Trump hopes will net first major SCOTUS win in second term

Here's the argument Trump hopes will net first major SCOTUS win in second term

The Trump DOJ is arguing the lower courts are attempting to "seize executive power" in its challenge over its firing of former Head of the Special Counsel Office Hampton Dellinger.

February 19, 2025

Louisiana governor slams teacher who made students complain to his office about climate change

Louisiana governor slams teacher who made students complain to his office about climate change

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry criticized a teacher and the education system after his office received submissions from students saying the educator required them to make complaints.

February 19, 2025

DHS says it 'can, should and will' administer polygraph exams amid ICE raid location leaks

DHS says it 'can, should and will' administer polygraph exams amid ICE raid location leaks

DHS said it “can, should and will" administer polygraph exams to employees after Secretary Noem allegedly warned they will be used to combat potential leaks about upcoming ICE raids.

February 19, 2025

Pope Francis slept peacefully, ate breakfast following diagnosis of pneumonia in both lungs

Pope Francis slept peacefully, ate breakfast following diagnosis of pneumonia in both lungs

Pope Francis, 88, slept well and ate breakfast on Wednesday morning after he was diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia, according to the Vatican.

February 19, 2025

'Cleaner' director gets candid on eco-terrorism, and what he makes of those 'Die Hard' comparisons

'Cleaner' director gets candid on eco-terrorism, and what he makes of those 'Die Hard' comparisons

"Cleaner" director Martin Campbell talks eco-terrorism and why he believes his movie is unique from "Die Hard" despite the consistent comparisons.

February 19, 2025

Jordan Peterson optimistic about Trump, who seems ‘tougher’ and ‘humbler’ after brush with death

Jordan Peterson optimistic about Trump, who seems ‘tougher’ and ‘humbler’ after brush with death

Dr. Jordan Peterson believes President Trump’s “brush with death" seems to have made him both “tougher" and “humbler" than he was during his first term.

February 19, 2025

National raw milk regulations likely coming with new administration, says Raw Farm boss

National raw milk regulations likely coming with new administration, says Raw Farm boss

Mark McAfee, who leads the California-based Raw Farm and founded the Raw Milk Institute, teaches others about the benefits of raw milk for human consumption. But there are risks, as well.

February 19, 2025

Trump can rein in Biden’s out-of-control antitrust operation

Trump can rein in Biden’s out-of-control antitrust operation

Trump can fix one of the most-broken aspects of the Biden administration -- its antitrust efforts. Activist staffers like former FTC Chair Lina Khan have undermined business.

February 19, 2025

CBS host Margaret Brennan's frequent viral clashes with Trump officials put her in the spotlight

CBS host Margaret Brennan's frequent viral clashes with Trump officials put her in the spotlight

CBS News host has regularly clashed with Trump administration officials and allies after the administration took office, but also before Trump won the presidency.

February 19, 2025