A City Built on Steel Tries to Reverse Its Decline
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 15:32
Gary, Ind., home of U.S. Steel’s largest mill, is seeking a fresh economic start under a new mayor determined to draw new businesses and residents.
Anxiety, Mood Swings and Sleepless Nights: Life Near a Bitcoin Mine
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 15:30
Pushed by an advocacy group, Arkansas became the first state to shield noisy cryptocurrency operators from unhappy neighbors. A furious backlash has some lawmakers considering a statewide ban.
How FAFSA Changes Affect Multiple Family Members in College
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 13:30
The federal financial aid formula used to give a break to families with two or more children in college at a time. That’s gone now, and some schools may not fill the gap.
U.S. Hits Back at Iran With Sanctions, Criminal Charges and Airstrikes
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 07:05
The Biden administration used sanctions and criminal charges to punish the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Iran’s premier military force.
Joe Madison, Radio Host and Civil Rights Activist, Dies at 74
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 04:21
On the air, he urged politically powerful guests to take action on human rights issues. Outside the studio, he joined protests, including a hunger strike in 2021.
Meta’s Stock Surges After Jump in Profits
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 03:19
The trillion-dollar social media giant’s market value soared after it reported a robust profits driven by digital advertising.
Job Market Starts 2024 With a Bang
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 03:17
U.S. employers added 353,000 jobs in January, far exceeding forecasts, and revised figures showed last year was even stronger than previously reported.
Bao Fan, Missing Chinese Banker, Resigns After Investigation
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 02:50
China Renaissance Holdings said its chairman and chief executive, Bao Fan, had stepped down after disappearing nearly a year ago.
6 Reasons That It’s Hard to Get Your Wegovy and Other Weight-Loss Prescriptions
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 01:50
An array of obstacles makes it difficult for patients to obtain Wegovy or Zepbound. Finding Wegovy is “like winning the lottery,” one nurse practitioner said.
Sean Wang Lives His ‘Fairy Tale’ at Sundance
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 01:09
Sean Wang, a first-time director, received an audience award for his coming-of-age film, “Dìdi.” He also got the ultimate prize: a distribution deal.
U.S. Leading Soft Landing for Global Economy
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 01:07
Economies all over the world are lowering inflation while avoiding serious recession — but growth in the United States stands out.
Tony Spring, Macy’s New C.E.O., Faces Retail Puzzle
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 00:54
Tony Spring, a Bloomingdale’s veteran, assumes the top job as an investor group threatens to take a buyout bid to shareholders.
Blockbuster Jobs Report Backs Up Fed’s Patience as It Waits to Cut Rates
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 00:30
Given continued strength of the economy, the Federal Reserve is unlikely to feel pressure to cut interest rates at its next meeting in March.
Oil Giants Pump Their Way to Bumper Profits
Sat, 02/03/2024 - 00:25
Exxon, Chevron and Shell reported robust earnings and large payouts to investors as they continued to expand their fossil-fuel production.
For Biden, a Sunny Economy Could Finally Be a Potential Gain
Fri, 02/02/2024 - 23:06
Recession fears have eased. Growth and job gains are beating expectations. Inflation is cooling. Consumers are happier. The president is waiting to benefit.
Tesla Recalls About 2.2 Million Electric Vehicles Over Warning Light Font Size
Fri, 02/02/2024 - 22:58
The vehicles were recalled because the font size on a warning lights panel was too small. Tesla will address the issue with a software update.
He’s Lost His Marriage, His Followers and His Lamborghini
Fri, 02/02/2024 - 22:18
Ben Armstrong, better known as BitBoy, was once the most popular cryptocurrency YouTuber in the world. Now his empire has collapsed.
How X Is Trying to Win Over Influencers
Fri, 02/02/2024 - 22:08
Linda Yaccarino, the chief executive of the platform formerly known as Twitter, is relying on her TV industry ties to recruit established stars to the site.
U.S. Job Gains Countered Economists’ Expectations for a Hiring Slowdown
Fri, 02/02/2024 - 20:31
Jobs and wage gains remain robust despite the Federal Reserve’s campaign to cool the economy, surprising policymakers and economic forecasters.
F.T.C. Warns Dozens of Funeral Homes to Provide Accurate Costs to Callers
Fri, 02/02/2024 - 19:30
The agency said an “undercover phone sweep” of more than 250 homes found that 38 failed to provide prices or supplied inconsistent prices in separate calls.