Politics, Business
Report: US Paid Federal Workers Billions Not to Work
A new government report says federal employees were paid billions of dollars to not work under a program connected to DOGE.
MediumB1
~1,000–2,000 words · natural but clear · how levels work
228 stories in Business
Technology, Business
Salesforce Hit by Global Outage During Dreamforce Event
Salesforce, a major cloud software company, experienced a global outage this week just as its annual Dreamforce conference was getting underway. The timing made the disruption especially noticeable.
Politics, Business
UK Considers Joining Global Defence Bank Led by Canada
The UK is in talks about joining a new global defence bank. The plan is being led by Canada. The bank would help pay for military spending around the world.
Business
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $232 Million After Saturday Draw
Powerball is one of the most popular lottery games in the United States, played across many states, including Ohio.
Politics, Business
Australia's Energy Minister Warns Fuel Prices May Rise Again
Australia's energy minister, Chris Bowen, has warned that fuel prices could rise again because of the worsening conflict in the Middle East.
Politics, Business
Australia Warns of Higher Fuel Prices Amid Middle East Conflict
Australia's energy minister, Chris Bowen, has warned that petrol prices could rise again because of the worsening conflict in the Middle East.
Business, Technology
Deadline Nears for $50 Million Disney Streaming Settlement
Time is running out for people to apply for a $50 million settlement linked to Disney and streaming TV prices. A settlement is money paid to end a legal problem.
Business
Mortgage Rates Rise, Not Fall, Surprising Borrowers
Homeowners and buyers who hoped for cheaper mortgage rates have been disappointed.
Entertainment, Business
CBS Reporter Matt Gutman Removed From Former Colleague's Lawsuit
A former producer at ABC News has removed CBS correspondent Matt Gutman's name from a workplace lawsuit.
Business, Politics
Gas Prices Hit Record High Before Labor Day
Gas prices in the United States have reached a record high just before the Labor Day weekend, a time when many Americans travel by car.
Technology, Business
Fake Job Apps Trick Young People Into Losing Money
Job seekers, especially young people from Generation Z, are being targeted by a new online scam. Criminals use fake job interviews to steal money and personal information.
Business, Science
Teaching Young Women to Negotiate Boosts Their Future
A research project in Zambia has shown that young women can be taught to negotiate more effectively, with lasting benefits for their lives.
Sports, Business
NFL Renews Betting Deals With DraftKings and FanDuel, Adds Fanatics
The NFL, America's biggest sports league, has announced new official partnerships with three sports betting companies for the 2026 season.
Business, Politics
Fed's Kevin Warsh Prepares for Key Jackson Hole Meeting Amid Inflation Worries
Kevin Warsh, a member of the US Federal Reserve, is preparing for the important Jackson Hole conference. The event is a major yearly gathering where central bankers and economists discuss the global economy.
Nature, Business
Staff to Leave Macquarie Island Over Bird Flu Fears
Staff working for Australia's Antarctic program will be withdrawn from Macquarie Island because of concerns about bird flu. The island, which lies between Australia and Antarctica, is home to large numbers of seabirds an
Business, Politics
USDA Recalls 30,000 Pounds of Argentine Beef
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an emergency recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina.
Business
Conair Recalls More Than 3.6 Million Cuisinart Grill Brushes
Conair has expanded its recall of Cuisinart grill brushes, adding 1.9 million units to an earlier recall.
Business, Technology
ServiceNow Shares Rise After Tech Mahindra AI Deal
Shares of ServiceNow, a large software company traded under the symbol NOW, rose on Thursday after news of a new AI deal with Tech Mahindra, an Indian technology firm.
Sports, Business
Betting Sites Offer Bonus Codes for MLB and WNBA Games
Two major betting companies, BetMGM and Bet365, are running promotional offers this week for sports bettors interested in MLB and WNBA games.
Sports, Business
Golf Ad Controversy Delays TV Show Reboot
A golf company has released a controversial advertisement for a new driver, sparking anger among fans and industry leaders. The ad reportedly showed a woman being pushed to the ground, which many viewers found offensive.
