S&P hits record as inflation surges by most since 2008
The S&P 500 rallied to a record high Thursday as traders shrugged off the fastest annual increase in consumer prices in over a decade.
Heavier passengers on planes mean new safety limits for airlines
The Federal Aviation Administration is requiring updates to passenger and baggage weight estimates that airlines use to keep each flight within airplane safety limits.
UPS exploring same day delivery
United Parcel Service Inc. is exploring a same-day option, a delivery model that has been employed by gig-economy players, as the pandemic has accelerated the shift to e-commerce.
NFL legend Joe Theismann says paying college athletes a 'slippery slope'
NFL great Joe Theisman isn’t against college athletes being able to monetize their name and likeness, but he calls it a “slippery slope” that will have serious implications unless the NCAA figures out a good system for it.
Ohio AG targets Google in lawsuit alleging it should be considered a public utility
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a lawsuit this week seeking to classify Google as a public utility in the state due to its internet search dominance.
Facebook could unveil new Apple Watch competitor by next summer: report
Facebook could unveil a new smartwatch similar to the Apple Watch by next summer, according to reports.
Joe Theismann on NCAA: Paying college athletes is a very 'slippery slope'
Former NFL quarterback Joe Theismann on the NCAA and whether college athletes should profit off their name, image, and likeness.
Amazon, Walmart rivalry heats up with dueling prescription discounts
On Tuesday, Amazon and Walmart offered similar programs touting that Prime and Walmart+ members would get better access to commonly prescribed medications while offering discounts on them without relying on insurance.
Joe Theismann on the NCAA paying college athletes
Super Bowl winning quarterback Joe Theismann on paying student athletes, the American Celebrity Golf Championship, and Aaron Rodgers' feud with the Green Bay Packers.
Business leaders sue MLB over All-Star Game relocation
Job Creators Network CEO and President Alfredo Ortiz argues ‘political activists’ and the ‘woke culture’ pressured Major League Baseball to move the All-Star game from Georgia to Colorado.
GM trucks losing another fuel economy feature due to chip shortage
GM is removing the stop/start feature from V8-powered light duty full-size trucks due to the ongoing semiconductor shortage. The feature shuts off the engine to save fuel when the vehicle is not in motion.
Google should be treated as utility, Ohio argues in new lawsuit
Google’s critics have said for years that it should be treated like a public utility. On Tuesday, Ohio’s attorney general filed a lawsuit asking a judge to rule that the search company is one.
Boeing's new Air Force One jets could arrive late, cost more
Boeing Co. has estimated the new Air Force One jets it is building may arrive a year late and cost taxpayers more than planned, a top Pentagon official said.
Relativity Space looks to challenge SpaceX, Blue Origin with first 3D-printed rockets
Relativity Space announced on Tuesday that it has raised $650 million in Series E funding. The fresh capital brings the company's estimated valuation to about $4.2 billion, the second most valuable private equity space company behind SpaceX, with total funding of $1.3 billion to date.
Apple reportedly paid millions to a woman after explicit photos were sent to Facebook
According to a complaint filed in California, the woman – a college student whose name was not publicly released – "suffered a publication of private information without her consent, resulting in a claim for personal injury" against Apple repair contractor Pegatron Technology Service, Inc.
Virgin Orbit pegs next launch date
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit announced Tuesday that its upcoming orbital mission, dubbed "Tubular Bells, Part One" after the first album recorded by Virgin Records, is on track to launch in the last week of June.
American Airlines asking Dallas-based employees to volunteer to work without pay as travel skyrockets
American Airlines is asking Dallas-based employees to volunteer to work outside of normal hours without additional pay amid uptick in travel demand.
Walmart offers prescription discounts to lure in subscription members
Effective immediately, any Walmart+ member will receive discounts up to 85% off for select medications or, in some cases, entirely for free as part of the members-only prescription savings program Walmart+ Rx for less.
Starbucks bringing back reusable cup service nationwide
Although an increasing number of Americans are getting inoculated, the company has eliminated any shared touchpoints between the customers and its baristas as a safety precaution.
Ford Maverick compact pickup aimed at 'makers' and untraditional truck buyers
Ford is targeting non-traditional truck buyers with its new compact Maverick pickup. The crossover pickup comes with a standard hybrid powertrain for $21,490.



















