So far, 37.5% of U.S. departing flights have been cancelled today, according to data from aviation analytics company Cirium. While over 9,000 flights in total have been cancelled, and that number will grow, it’s not actually a record for the past 20 years. In the early day of the pandemic, on March 30, 2020, 12,143…
The ongoing conflict in Lebanon has taken a tragic turn with the recent killing of a prominent television presenter, highlighting the precarious situation for media professionals in regions marked by strife. The tragic loss underscores the broader implications of military actions on freedom of the press and civil society, calling into question the international community’s…
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Bilt Palladium Card (See rates and fees) We’re two weeks away from Bilt‘s new cards going live, though you can apply for them now. I applied on announcement day last week for the Bilt Palladium Card, because – though there are a lot of features and options that make the choices feel overwhelming – when…
Hotel bathrooms are going open-concept, and plenty of guests don’t love the design change. That’s the upshot of a Wall Street Journal piece by Katie Deighton that traces how some midprice and boutique hotels have quietly swapped solid, closing bathroom doors for frosted glass, sliding barn doors, curtains, or partial walls—features that often fail at…
The Setup: Real Shortage, Real Speculation Silver’s been in structural deficit for five straight years, and that’s expected to continue through 2026, according to Metals Focus. London vaults held just 136 million ounces by September before recovering to 200 million by year-end, still way below the 360 million available during the Reddit rally in early…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., Jan. 22, 2026. Brendan McDermid | Reuters The S&P 500 rose on Monday as traders monitored political developments and braced for a big week of key earnings reports as well as the latest Federal Reserve interest rate decision….
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to reshape the geopolitical landscape, Day 1,433 of the Russian invasion has brought further escalations in military tensions and humanitarian crises. The impact of ongoing warfare not only reverberates through the streets of Ukrainian cities but also across Europe, revealing vulnerabilities in energy reliance and the resilience of international…
Algorithms are the new bouncers at the hiring door, and one of them is now being hauled into court. The New York Times reports that a group of job seekers has sued Eightfold AI, a company whose software ranks applicants on a 1-to-5 scale for employers, arguing that its screening system should be regulated like…
Sunny Sethi, founder of HEN Technologies, doesn’t sound like someone who’s disrupted an industry that has remained largely unchanged since the 1960s. His company builds fire nozzles — specifically, nozzles that it says put out fires up to three times faster than earlier products while conserving two-thirds of the water. But Sethi is matter-of-fact about…
Information from the conservative-leaning, AI-generated encyclopedia developed by Elon Musk’s xAI is beginning to appear in answers from ChatGPT. xAI launched Grokipedia in October, after Musk had been complaining that Wikipedia was biased against conservatives. Reporters soon noted that while many articles seemed to be copied directly from Wikipedia, Grokipedia also claimed that pornography contributed…
Published: January 25, 2026 at 6:53 PM Unattended bag clears concourses at Miami International Airport MIAMI — An unattended piece of luggage prompted an evacuation at Miami International Airport on Sunday afternoon, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office. Leer en español Cellphone video showed passengers being cleared from Concourses G, H and J as deputies moved…
Gold notched another record high on Friday, while silver and platinum also extended gains to hit all-time peaks, driven by reduced confidence in U.S. assets. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images Gold climbed to a fresh all-time high, crossing $5,100 an ounce on Monday and extending its record-breaking run as investors seek the safety of…
In a developing situation surrounding the shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis on January 24, significant discrepancies have emerged between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) statements and bystander video footage. The incident marks an important moment of reflection on law enforcement protocols and the intricate dynamics of immigration enforcement. Pretti,…
In a recent press conference, a contentious exchange erupted between a White House spokesperson and a writer for a right-wing media outlet regarding the tragic death of Alex Pretti, who was killed by immigration agents in Minnesota. This incident has further ignited debate about media bias, highlighting the tensions surrounding immigration issues in the United…
If you’ve spent decades saving for retirement, your IRA and 401(k) balances probably feel like a financial safety net. Watching those accounts grow can be reassuring. But without careful planning, even healthy retirement savings can morph into a ticking tax bomb. That’s because the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) mandates withdrawals from these retirement accounts once…
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Some restaurants around Arlington and Falls Church are offering incentives for those brave enough to face the snow and sleet on foot today (Sunday). Others made the call to close during the harsh winter weather. Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week has been extended until Feb. 1 at select restaurants to give more time for specials after…
ESPN News Services Jan 25, 2026, 04:17 PM ET NEW YORK — The Vikings, Wild, Timberwolves, Lynx, Twins and Minnesota United FC joined dozens of Minnesota-based companies that signed an open letter calling for state, local and federal officers to work together in the wake of tensions over two fatal shootings by federal agents in…
Updated Jan. 25, 2026, 3:41 p.m. ET Kroger is closing all of its Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Dayton stores early Sunday night in response to the winter storm. Stores in the region will close at 6 p.m. Jan. 25, a Kroger spokeswoman told The Enquirer. Kroger plans to reopen on Monday, Jan. 26, at normal…
As tensions rise across the United States, a recent simulation by the University of Pennsylvania suggests that conflict between state and federal law enforcement could have far-reaching consequences. The ongoing immigration raids in Minnesota have intensified these dynamics, drawing in state officials like Governor Tim Walz, who is poised to respond with the national guard….
In a decisive move aimed at alleviating the financial burden on Canadian families, Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a comprehensive multibillion-dollar initiative designed to stabilize the prices of essential goods. This announcement comes at a time when inflation, particularly in food prices, remains a pressing issue, demonstrating the government’s commitment to supporting low-income households…
When envisioning the CEO of a billion-dollar company, it’s easy to fall victim to the clichés: a well-manicured businessman adorned in designer clothes, jet-setting from one international meeting to the next, a team of assistants in tow. But not every entrepreneur enjoys the spoils of their success with a glitzy lifestyle—some are simply thankful to…
News Published: Jan. 25, 2026, 11:10 a.m. Giant Eagle locations will close early today but plan to reopen with normal hours tomorrow.Ryan Cohick, cleveland.com CLEVELAND, Ohio – Giant Eagle and Market District locations will close at 4 p.m. today but plan to resume normal business hours tomorrow, according to a company spokesperson. All Giant Eagle…
The Federal Reserve is set to announce its rate decision, and almost no one expects it to cut rates. However, traders will be paying very close attention to Chairman Jerome Powell’s post-meeting press conference, which could hold the real intrigue. STORY CONTINUES BELOW His take on what to expect in the coming months and on…
Major Minnesota business leaders on Sunday called for an “immediate deescalation of tensions” after federal immigration agents fatally shot U.S. citizen Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. More than 60 CEOs of Minnesota-based companies signed a letter urging “state, local and federal officials to work together to find real solutions.” The companies said the recent tumult in Minnesota has…
In the ongoing narrative of conflict and reconciliation, the recent developments surrounding captives in Gaza illustrate the complexities at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian struggle. Following the conclusion of a significant ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, the return of remains belonging to police officer Ran Gvili marked a pivotal moment in negotiations amidst heightened…
In recent weeks, Minnesota has become a focal point of heated protests against aggressive immigration enforcement amidst a spike in violence linked to immigration agencies. Following a return to stringent policies under the Trump administration, the state has witnessed multiple violent incidents, provoking a nationwide conversation about the effectiveness and humanity of current immigration practices….
Andrzej Domański: ‘Public opinion favours the zloty, but the main reasons we’re not working on euro adoption right now are economic’ © Maciek Jazwieck/FT Poland is in no hurry to join the Eurozone, with the government arguing that the country’s strong economic performance shows it is better served by retaining the zloty for now. Finance…
With a lifetime of investing under his belt, billionaire Warren Buffett’s no stranger to stock market volatility. And while both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are up slightly year-to-date, US stocks are starting to get a bit wild. The VIX volatility index is up almost 30% since January kicked off, and now sits close…
DEAR ABBY: It seems that everywhere I go, people expect tips. Yesterday, I pulled up to the drive-through at a cookie store, and before I paid or was handed my cookies, the clerk asked, “Would you like to leave a tip?” My niece recently told me that after she left a tip at a restaurant,…
New York — The stock market in President Donald Trump’s first year back in the White House was the weakest of any president’s first year of a new term since 2005, when George W. Bush started his second term. From Trump’s inauguration day to January 20, 2026, the S&P 500 rose 13.3% — healthy gains…
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the Iranian government has made headlines with its staunch warnings against potential U.S. military actions, emphasizing a commitment to national sovereignty and resilience. This situation unfolds amidst ongoing domestic unrest, highlighting the complexities of regional and international geopolitics where Iran stands firm against perceived external aggressions, while striving…