Maersk pauses shipping operations in Red Sea indefinitely after weekend Houthi attack
Shipping giant Maersk says it is indefinitely suspending operations in the Red Sea following another attack by Houthi militants over the weekend.
Here's how you can make your 2024 financial goals a reality
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.
Former Vitol employee faces trial in US over alleged $1M bribery scheme
A former employee of Vitol, the world's largest oil trader, is going on trial in the U.S. for allegedly bribing officials in Ecuador to secure a $300 million contract.
Bitcoin soars past $45K for first time since April 2022
Bitcoin smashed through $45,000 on New Year's Day for the first time since April 2022, as the world’s largest cryptocurrency continues its recent run after a spectacular 2023.
Oil prices up after US strikes back at Houthis in Red Sea
Oil prices increased at the start of the new year amid fears that ongoing conflict in the Middle East could disrupt supply and expectations of holiday demand in China.
Most infamous cryptocurrency fraud schemes of all time
Cryptocurrency has increased in popularity, which has led to more frequent— and sophisticated — schemes in recent years as scammers look to take advantage of investors.
Consulting firm McKinsey to pay $78M in U.S. opioid settlement with health insurers, company benefit plans
Consulting firm McKinsey & Co. has agreed to pay $78 million to resolve claims that its work with drug companies helped fuel the U.S. opioid epidemic.
McDonald's Malaysia sues pro-Palestinian group for Israel boycott: report
McDonald's Malaysia has sued a pro-Palestinian group for defamation and loss of earnings, after the group led boycotts against McDonald's over the war in Gaza.
Rare 1920s Bonzo dog up for auction, expected to sell for over $25K — one of only 115 ever made
A rare stuffed animal is on the auction market over a century after being manufactured. A Steiff Begging Bonzo Dog, one of 115 made, is for sale this new year.
Video captures terrifying landing for American Airlines flight
An American Airlines flight from Los Angeles to London encountered strong crosswinds, causing the plane to tip before the pilot corrected and landed hard on the runway.
AMC apologizes to civil rights leader for North Carolina movie theater seating incident
A civil rights leader from North Carolina was told he could not use his own chair during a showing of "The Color Purple," despite having a disability.
US targets network financing Iran-backed Houthi attacks on shipping vessels
The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced sanctions Thursday on the money network tied to a Yemen Houthi militia accused of shipping vessel attacks.
American Airlines plane's bumpy London landing caught on video
An American 777 flying from Los Angeles, California to London encountered strong gusty crosswinds during landing, causing the plane to make a terrifying touch down. (Credit: Big Jet TV/LOCAL NEWS X /TMX)
Arizona-based Christian university sued by FTC over deceptive advertising and illegal telemarketing
Arizona-based Grand Canyon University, the largest Christian University in the U.S., is being sued by the Federal Trade Commission over deceptive advertising of doctoral programs.
Former Anheuser-Busch president predicts long road to recovery for 'woke' corporations in 2024
Former Anheuser-Busch President Anson Frericks said that consumers are pushing back on "woke" corporations because they do not want to be told how to think.
Apple wins appeal to temporarily pause Apple Watch ban
A federal appeals court paused a trade commission's ban on the import and sale of certain Apple Watches amid the company's patent dispute with Masimo.
Digital asset markets poised to grow in 2024, Goldman Sachs exec says
The head of digital assets for Goldman Sachs says the marketplace is expected to grow next year as businesses become more familiar with the technology's applications.
The Big Three get big subsidies but still do big layoffs
The Big Three automakers clearly are in financial trouble, and the threat of more job losses will likely spur politicians to throw money at the companies.
Iran-backed Houthis attack another container ship transiting Red Sea
Mediterranean Shipping Co. on Tuesday said one of its cargo ships was attacked in the Red Sea by Houthi militants, coming amid a spate of escalating attacks on vessels.
Apple appeals after Biden admin lets Apple Watch import ban stand
Apple is appealing a ruling that blocked the sale and importation of Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 after a trade court found that Apple infringed on Masimo's patents.



















