Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
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India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.
My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no?
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"
American Express to break ground on tower next month at Two World Trade Center — major milestone for tragic site
It’s celebration time as well for Larry Silverstein, who’ll build the tower for Amex.
Former ‘View’ co-host Elisabeth Hasselbeck tapped by Bari Weiss to guest host CBS morning show
Former “The View” co-host Elisabeth Hasselbeck is set to guest-host CBS's morning show next week.
Harley dealers blast Indian Motorcycle over attack ad targeting CEO Artie Starrs being ‘from a pizza company’
Indian posted an ad mocking CEO Artie Starrs -- a move that has fueled speculation about a broader anti-Harley social media campaign.
Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of record stock market debut
The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX prices record-breaking $75B IPO at $135 a share
SpaceX sold 555.56 million shares, valuing the space, satellite and AI provider at $1.77 trillion, a record for an initial offering.
Ken Griffin doubles down on Miami with expanded development plans after Zohran Mamdani feud
Citadel founder expanding plans for future headquarters, adding a 300-unit apartment tower, a 1,420-space parking garage and more office space.
Dow jumps 900 points after Trump calls off Iran strikes, chip stocks rebound
The blue-chip Dow recouped most of its losses from Wednesday.
Jeff Bezos-led AI startup Prometheus valued at eye-popping $41B in blockbuster fundraising
Launched in November, Prometheus is building AI tools aimed at streamlining the process of building complicated products like jet engines or medical devices.
Papa Johns shutters nearly 50 locations across 17 states as competition intensifies
As underperforming franchise locations are phased out, the chain laid off 7 percent of it's corporate workforce.
Villagers take fight against Lidl store plans to Welsh government
Residents in the area do not want a store on land separating Llantwit Major and Llanmaes.
Iran planning to treat Elon Musk’s companies in Middle East as military targets: Iranian state media
Iran is planning to treat all of Elon Musk’s companies as military targets, according to Iranian state media, which alleged the billionaire’s holdings were used by the US military to carry out war crimes.
OpenAI weighs slashing prices in attempt to lure users from rival Anthropic: report
OpenAI is considering cutting its prices in an effort to win customers from its rival Anthropic – potentially igniting a price war ahead of planned public listings this year. The San Francisco-based artificial intelligence giant is contemplating big price cuts for its tokens,
Texas TV reporter under fire for ‘gorilla in the room’ remark during Karmelo Anthony trial coverage
Rebecca Lopez, a senior crime and justice reporter for Dallas ABC affiliate WFAA, made the comment Tuesday.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO draws $100B in orders from retail investors, leaving many on sidelines: report
While the firm is expected to make at least 20% of shares available to the retail market in its IPO, that number would mean the vast majority of individual investors will miss out.
Why does your World Cup pint cost so much this time round?
Pub landlords explain why they have no choice but to charge more.
Lesley Stahl signs new two-year deal to stay at ‘60 Minutes’ after string of firings: report
Deal comes days after Stahl and fellow correspondents Bill Whitaker and Jon Wertheim announced in a joint memo that they would remain at "60 Minutes."
Wholesale inflation in May hit highest level since November 2022 on soaring energy costs
The hotter-than-expected PPI report will likely keep the Fed from slashing interest rates anytime soon.
Look inside Santa Monica TMNT Pizzeria paying tribute to mutant crime-fighting turtles
The world's first official Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pizzeria opens this month on Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade, bringing New York-style pizza to fans.
Dozens of crisis payments handed out by council
Many of the completed payments have gone to low income families with surging heating oil costs.
Paper plant closure fears spark community protest
Workers and families held a demonstration with 167 jobs at risk at the site in Launceston.
Too many people are shockingly bad at prioritisation
Choosing where to focus is among the most important skills
The world’s wealthy are migrating like never before
A booming industry of advisers is easing their passage
Another new boss aims to fix the world’s biggest chocolate-maker
Will Hein Schumacher’s turnaround plan for Barry Callebaut work?
Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children
The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
Korea fines e-commerce giant $400m over data breach affecting millions
The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed.
Parents find lifeline in 50p kids' clothes shop
A second-hand shop selling cheap baby clothes sees rising demand as families cut costs.
Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
