A Chinese firm bought an insurer for CIA agents - part of Beijing's trillion dollar spending spree
When an insurer for FBI and CIA agents was sold to a Chinese entity, it led the US to tighten investment laws.
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Will Trump's tariff rollback lower food prices?
The White House's move to lower tariffs on food items sent a big political signal. But will shoppers see relief?
Social Security benefits could increase by $200 a month — here’s who would qualify
The co-signers of the bill have argued that inflation has pushed prices so far up that seniors need extra help.
Reselling tickets above face value to be banned by government
Ministers say they will tackle sites offering music, theatre and sport tickets at above face value.
Ezra Klein’s private briefing with Senate Dems raises internal concerns at New York Times: report
Klein, a Times columnist and host of "The Ezra Klein Show" podcast, took part in a retreat staged by Senate Democrats earlier this year.
Ex-Disney star ripped for ‘demonic’ app that lets users talk to AI versions of dead relatives: ‘Literally a ‘Black Mirror’ episode’
Calum Worthy, a Canadian actor known for Disney’s 2011-2016 show “Austin & Ally,” posted an ad for his app – quickly racking up more than 40 million views and dozens of comments calling for the app to be taken down.
Oil and gas giant Wood plc sold to Dubai engineering firm
Shareholders in the Aberdeen-based company overwhelmingly voted to back the takeover offer from Sidara.
France investigating Vinted over alleged links to pornographic content
Some sellers were found to be luring viewers to their personal pages on adult platforms such as OnlyFans.
Shut up, or suck up? How CEOs are dealing with Donald Trump
Chief executives are learning to live with a unique commander-in-chief
Trump-supporting grocer says he may shut down 43-year-old store due to tariffs: ‘Is that [the] American dream? I don’t think so’
John Wong co-founded Wong Kai Imports in 1983 alongside his two brothers after the family immigrated to the US from Hong Kong.
NJ vegan eatery blasted for serving ‘carcasses slaughtered against their will’ after adding meat to menu
Ashley Coyne, the owner and operator of the vegan and gluten-free restaurant Goodbeet in Haddon Township, sparked outrage by adding meat to her menu.
'We send 17,000 meals a week to foodbanks'
A charity that supports foodbanks says "thousands" will go hungry this Christmas without help.
Billionaire MAGA donor Bill Ackman shares dating advice for young men — and is ruthlessly mocked
Ackman, founder of Pershing Square Capital Management and a major MAGA donor, said he is concerned about a trend of young men struggling to meet women in public due to internet culture.
Apple CEO Tim Cook could exit as early as next year — here’s who could replace him: report
Board members and senior executives have accelerated preparations in recent months as Cook, who turned 65 this month, weighs the end of a 14-year run.
Former Fed Governor Adriana Kugler’s exit came during forbidden trading activity: filings
Kugler in late July had sought a waiver to deal with investing rules transgressions by her spouse and was denied, a Fed official said.
Ukraine to import US liquefied natural gas via Greece
Vital supplies are due to start flowing from the Balkans as energy infrastructure faces sustained Russian attack.
Clients of NYC wine shop Sherry-Lehmann finally getting their wine back — including a stash of Bordeaux worth $80K
"Blue Hill is holding hostage millions of dollars of highly collectable rare and vintage wines and spirits,” according to court filings.
'We set up a breakfast club for parents at our nursery'
Club offers £1 hot meals for adults with children at adjoining nursery to help them make friends.
Food bank 'run off feet' as donations decline
The Isle of Man Foodbank has seen a hike in demand for help amid a marked decline in donations.
Gangs buy haulage firms to steal lorryloads of goods
These tactics and others, such as raids on lorries stopped in traffic, are driving a freight-crime surge.
Chick-fil-A testing new sandwiches in 2 cities for a limited time
The sandwiches were described as "crispy chicken stacked between warm maple waffles, all with a touch of smoked bacon."
Japan tourism and retail stocks slide after row with China over Taiwan
Tokyo and Beijing are in a dispute over the Japanese prime minister's remarks about Taiwan.
How my on-air 'brain fog' moment sparked a big debate
When the BBC's Zoe Kleinman spoke about going through perimenopause she got a huge response.
Formula 1 tech used to rev-up train wi-fi speeds in new pilot
The 60 day pilot will use signals from mobile phone masts and satellites in space to create a more reliable connection.
Keyless car theft devices used by criminals sell for £20k online
It is not illegal currently to own the gadgets but the government has promised to ban them.
