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.
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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Staff working for Australia's Antarctic program will be withdrawn from Macquarie Island because of concerns about bird flu.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.
Business
Mortgage Rates Rise, Home Loan Demand Falls
Mortgage rates have risen to their highest level in three weeks, according to news reports on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. This rise is making it harder for people to buy homes.
Business
Target Apologizes and Pulls Halloween Clown Costume After Racism Backlash
The American retailer Target has apologized after a children's Halloween clown costume caused a strong backlash online.
Business
Lawyer Discusses Crash Cases and I-10 Accident in Florida
A leading car accident attorney based in Port St. Lucie, Florida, has spoken about the firm's litigation experience against insurance companies. Litigation means fighting a legal case in court. The attorney's firm has ha
Business
Buc-ee's CEO Says Chain Will Grow in 'Conservative' States
Buc-ee's, the popular American travel-stop chain, is changing its plans for growth. The company's CEO says future stores will open mainly in conservative states.
Politics, Business
Canada Puts New Tariffs on US Goods
Canada has announced new retaliatory tariffs on hundreds of goods from the United States. The tariffs will be as high as 50% and will affect products such as steel, fish, cheese and paper.
Business, Technology
Traders Predict Small Reaction to Nvidia's Earnings
Nvidia, a major maker of computer chips used in artificial intelligence, will release its earnings report on Wednesday. Investors across Wall Street are watching closely to see how the company performed.
