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Discount retailer Big Lots files for bankruptcy
Discount retailer Big Lots has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. In its filing with a Delaware bankruptcy court on Monday, Sept. 9, Big Lots lists its assets and liabilities in the range of $1 billion to $10 billion. As part of the Chapter 11 process, Big Lots stores and its website will remain open… -
Defense secretary says temporary budget bill would severely impact military
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is warning Congress that passing a temporary budget bill to keep the government open would have devastating impacts on the Defense Department. The bill would keep the federal government funded for another six months, but cap spending at 2024 levels. In a letter to members of Congress on Sunday, Sept. 8, Austin… -
Trump, Harris prepare for presidential debate with 1 day to go
With just one day to go, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are preparing for the first debate between the presidential candidates. And Apple is reportedly set to unveil its latest iPhone models powered by artificial intelligence. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Sept. 9, 2024. Trump, Harris prepare for presidential debate with… -
7-Eleven rejects $38.5 billion buyout offer from Circle K owner
Like a Slurpee or a Froster, the plans by Circle K’s parent company to buy 7-Eleven’s parent company have turned to slush. The Japan-based Seven & i rejected the $38.5 billion takeover offer by Canadian company Alimentation Couche-Tard on Friday, Sept. 6. It’s the first time the offer amount has been made public. Seven &… -
Red Lobster to exit bankruptcy with former P.F. Chang CEO in charge
Thursday, Sept. 5 was touted as “a great day for Red Lobster,” which is good news for the company as there haven’t been many great days for the beleaguered restaurant chain. The place known for its cheddar bay biscuits has seen its fair share of problems in recent years. The chain dealt with an all-you-can-eat… -
Hunter Biden pleads guilty in federal tax case
In a surprise move, Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to federal tax charges on Thursday, Sept. 5. It was not part of any plea deal and sets up the possibility the president’s son could spend decades in prison. The plea was a move to avoid a second criminal trial this year. He was after already found guilty in a federal… -
Federal probe targets airlines’ frequent flyer programs
The Biden administration is investigating frequent flyer programs run by the four largest U.S. airlines — American, Delta, Southwest, and United — over concerns that these programs devalue the points consumers earn and frequently change the number of points or miles needed to book flights. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sent letters to the CEOs of… -
Father of 14-year-old Georgia school shooting suspect charged with murder
The father of the 14-year-old suspect in the shooting at a Georgia high school has been arrested and charged in connection to the deadly incident. And in a surprise move, Hunter Biden has pleaded guilty in his federal tax case. What’s next for the president’s son. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. Father… -
Lego says only 1/3 of educators, parents believe students are engaged in learning
As students return to the classroom, a new report by Lego is looking into whether students are engaged while in class, and how teachers and parents can help build their confidence. It works out that the company behind the report is familiar with the building part. Lego Education released its “State of Classroom Engagement Report”… -
Georgia school shooting suspect was questioned over online threats: FBI
We have new details about the suspect and the victims in the deadly shooting at a Georgia high school. And Boeing’s troubled Starliner spacecraft is set to begin its trip back to Earth without its crew. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. FBI: Suspect in Georgia school shooting was questioned over online threats Authorities… -
DraftKings fined after online slot machine has no winners for a week
DraftKings and White Hat Gaming have been fined over $22,000 after an incident last summer involving 522 online casino players. What happened to those players may have seemed like a case of bad luck at first, but had nothing to do with the laws of probability. It was a problem with the slot machine. According… -
US charges 6 Hamas leaders with terrorism over Oct. 7 attack
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced terrorism charges against senior leaders of Hamas. And with the kickoff to a new NFL season a day away, betting on the games is expected to break records. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. US charges 6 Hamas leaders with terrorism over Oct. 7… -
No link between brain cancer and cellphone use, WHO says
For those reading this report on their cellphone, the World Health Organization has good news. According to a new review commissioned by the WHO, there is no link between cellphone use and brain cancer. That goes for people who make long phone calls, spend a lot of time on their phones or have used a…
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