The Long Island Rail Road shut down at 12:01 a.m. Saturday after a group of unions failed to reach a new contract deal with the MTA and went on strike, according to officials on both sides of the negotiations. The move brought service on the country’s busiest commuter rail service to a halt for the…
History-making moments were aplenty for America’s leading retirement program, Social Security, in 2025. The average monthly retired-worker benefit surpassed $2,000 for the first time, while Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) tipped the scales at 2.8% — the first time in nearly three decades that Social Security payouts have increased by at least 2.5% for five…
In a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, Canada is reassessing its international alliances and defense strategies, particularly regarding its relationship with the United States. Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s insights into Canada’s dependency on U.S. ties, amid emerging global threats, spotlight the nation’s strategic need to diversify its partnerships and enhance trade resilience, especially with key allies…
Investing.com — A majority of SpaceX shareholders have approved a 5-for-1 stock split recommended by the company’s board of directors, according to a Bloomberg News report citing people familiar with the matter. Shareholders of the initial public offering (IPO)-bound space exploration company were informed via email that the stock’s current fair market value per share…
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Berkshire Hathaway more than tripled the size of its investment in Google’s parent company and bought over $2.6 billion worth of Delta Airlines stock as Greg Abel settled into the CEO job after taking over from Warren Buffett at the start of the year. The conglomerate also dumped a number of other stocks, including Visa, Mastercard, Domino’s Pizza, Amazon…
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — At 6 a.m., in the Mataderos neighborhood of Buenos Aires, workers unload sides of beef from a truck outside a butcher shop as customers line up for wholesale purchases. Inside, 73-year-old owner Jorge García and his staff prepare meat orders before dawn. Among the stacks of beef boxes and red…
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Relief may be on the way for at least some frustrated Penn Station riders after another brutal rush hour Friday. Amtrak late Friday said it expects to reopen its East River tunnels at 5 a.m. Saturday. They had been closed since a Thursday morning fire set off a cascade of delays for Long Island Rail…
The recent Louisiana Republican primary results have revealed a significant shift in the political landscape, highlighting the enduring influence of Donald Trump on the Republican Party. Senator Bill Cassidy’s defeat, largely attributed to his conviction vote during the 2021 impeachment trial, underscores how party loyalty has evolved, emphasizing the challenges faced by those who diverge…
Government bond markets tumbled around the world, sending yields surging from Japan to the US on intensifying fears that the war-driven price shock will force central banks to raise interest rates to contain the impact. The rout was led by longer-dated bonds that are the most vulnerable to accelerating inflation, sending 30-year US Treasury yields…
Wall Street’s hard-charging risk rally just ran into the bond market. The S&P 500 fell more than 1% Friday, led by technology shares, as a global bond selloff drove Treasury 10-year yields above 4.5%, pushed Japan’s 30-year borrowing costs to 4% for the first time and sent yields on UK long bonds to a 28-year…
CHICAGO (WLS) — The longtime owner of the iconic Billy Goat Tavern has died, the restaurant said on social media Friday afternoon. Sam Sianis, 91, died peacefully Friday morning in his sleep, surrounded by family. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch “Sam was more than a restaurateur; he was a Chicago…
Reason Magazine reports President Donald Trump’s tariffs and his war with Iran appears to have personally played a role in killing a profitable North Carolina tire factory. “The Goodyear Rubber and Tire Co. announced this week that it would be shuttering its Fayetteville, North Carolina, plant that currently employs more than 1,700 workers,” reports Reason,…
On Feb. 10, an AI founder named Matt Shumer published a 5,000-word essay arguing that most of the world was sleepwalking into a crisis akin to coronavirus, but only tech people knew what was coming. The essay would be viewed nearly 87 million times and crystallized a fear that would engulf Wall Street by the…
Recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz signal a shift in maritime dynamics as Iran opens its waters to vessels willing to collaborate with its military, enhancing the strategic importance of this crucial shipping route. With a growing focus on regional cooperation, this initiative aims not only to secure maritime traffic but also to stabilize…
When Volkswagen introduced the first Golf GTI in Europe in 1976, it might not have been the first hot hatchback, but it quickly became the gold standard version. Unlike in America, where big cars were cheap and fuel even cheaper, small European streets and even smaller car-buying budgets necessitated vehicles a little more economical in…
ADVERTISEMENT Earlier in the week, I got a chance to see the new Swatch x Audemars Piguet Royal Pop collaboration in person, the hottest (and most hotly debated) thing since, well, Swatch did their first collaboration with Omega. There were some restrictions, like the fact that I couldn’t handle some of them without gloves, but…
CHICAGO — Sam Sianis, the longtime owner and patriarch of the legendary Billy Goat Tavern, has died. He was 91. Sianis died peacefully Friday morning in his sleep while surrounded by family, according to a statement from the Billy Goat Tavern. “It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of…
WEST LAWN — Ford City Mall, a Southwest Side fixture recently labeled a “death trap” by local officials, will close June 22, officials said Friday. The decision comes one month after city officials filed an emergency motion asking a Cook County judge to force all tenants and occupants to evacuate the mall, 7601 S. Cicero…
Residents of a quiet residential neighborhood are going spare at the number of driverless Waymo cars invading their area. Locals on Battleview Drive in Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia, say their cul-de-sacs are being clogged by dozens of cars every day after appearing two months ago. WSB-TV 2 spoke to incensed residents who are now pleading with…
OAKLAND, Calif. — Six tech billionaires walk into a courthouse … Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. It’s not the setup to a joke. It’s the extraordinary spectacle that played out at a federal court complex over three weeks, as a mass concentration of tech wealth…
Construction on the Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve building in Washington, DC, US, on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. Al Drago | Bloomberg | Getty Images Markets for the first time in the current cycle now think the Federal Reserve‘s next move will be an interest rate hike. Following a week of surprisingly high inflation readings,…
Here’s a hint: it’s not 11. Here’s a hint: it’s not 11. May 15, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC Dominic Preston is a news editor with over a decade’s experience in journalism. He previously worked at Android Police and Tech Advisor. Where’s the Trump phone? We’re going to keep talking about it every week. We’ve reached…
In recent demonstrations in Tunisia, citizens gathered in large numbers to express their discontent over the nation’s escalating economic challenges and perceived governmental overreach. These protests underscore the resilience and activism of the Tunisian population, a reflection of their commitment to democratic values since the 2011 revolution that reshaped their political landscape. As the debate…
In an unexpected act of defiance at a far-right rally in the UK, the activist group Led By Donkeys used a big screen to project pro-immigration messages. This creative form of protest not only highlighted the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration policies but also showcased the resilience of activists committed to promoting inclusivity and compassion in…
Friendship breakups are never easy, but few are as messy and expensive as the collapse of Elon Musk and Sam Altman’s once thriving tech bromance. On Thursday, closing arguments wrapped up in Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI, leaving a jury to deliberate next week whether Altman and other executives “stole a charity” (as one of Musk’s…
LOS ANGELES (KABC) — L.A.’s legendary Original Tommy’s burger chain on Friday kicked off a celebration of its 80th anniversary by offering 80-cent chili cheeseburgers in a one-day-only deal. The signature burgers — which normally cost $5.50 — will be available for 80 cents from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at all of the chain’s…
The electrical fire that knocked out LIRR and NJ Transit service to New York Penn Station on Thursday was likely caused when a loose panel on an Amtrak Acela train made contact with the third rail just inside the East River Tunnel, the Daily News has learned. The panel, which came loose from the side…
Topline President Donald Trump’s son Eric defended his father Friday as the president faces scrutiny for making millions of dollars worth of stock trades over the last few months—as his administration had dealings with many of those companies—with Eric Trump claiming it’s “blatantly false” to suggest any of the family’s securities trades pose a conflict….
SpaceX is seeking to file publicly for its long-awaited IPO as soon as Wednesday, according to people familiar with the matter. Elon Musk’s rocket, satellite and artificial intelligence company aims to kick off formal marketing as soon as June 4, price its initial public offering as early as June 11 and list on June 12,…
Iraq is embarking on a transformative journey under the leadership of its new Prime Minister, Ali al-Zaidi, who has assumed office amid a commitment to extensive economic reforms. As al-Zaidi prioritizes the establishment of a robust government, the nation looks optimistically toward future advancements, despite currently navigating a partial cabinet that still awaits key appointments…