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U.S. Department store chain Macy's is slashing more than 2,300 jobs and closing five stores

Macy’s to slash 2,350 jobs and close 5 stores

Congress passed a short-term funding bill with just hours before Friday's deadline to avoid a government shutdown.

Congress passes short-term funding bill to avert government shutdown: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 19, 2024

Apple has been forced to disable its blood-oxygen feature on two top watches. The development comes after a patent dispute.

Apple disables blood-oxygen feature on top model watches amid patent dispute

Pakistan said it has carried out strikes targeting terrorists inside Iran while the U.S. carried out more strikes on Houthi targets.

Pakistan strikes back at Iran; US targets Houthi missiles: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 18, 2024

Paul Faust, a JetBlue passenger and fervent proponent of Israel, noticed a flight attendant with a Free Palestine pin on her uniform.

JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger blocked by federal judge

The U.S. launched an airstrike against Houthi targets, as the Iranian-backed group is expected to be added to the terror list.

US strikes Houthi targets in Yemen as group is expected to be added to terror list: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 17, 2024

Here's an indisputable truth about Vivek Ramaswamy: He put his money where his mouth is. Here's how much he spent to run for president.

How much of his own money did Vivek Ramaswamy spend on presidential bid?

Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson sued Kroger and Albertsons, attempting to block their $25 billion merger.

Washington state sues Kroger, Albertsons over proposed merger

Hertz is selling off one-third of its electric vehicles, totaling around 20,000 cars, in a move that will incur a cost of $245 million.

Hertz to sell one-third of its EV fleet amid high repair costs, Tesla price cuts

Kim Kardashian announced her Hollywood mobile game is shutting down. Here's how much microtransactions make the mobile game industry yearly.

Kim Kardashian closing free mobile game that made her millions

eBay has agreed to pay a $3 million penalty in connection to a harassment and stalking "intimidation campaign."

eBay to pay $3 million penalty in harassment case involving live bugs, pig mask

Here’s how much Patriots value has soared in Bill Belichick’s 24 seasons

Amazon is laying off several hundred employees in its streaming and studio operations as the company looks to shift its investments.

Amazon to lay off hundreds in studios, Twitch division

U.S. forces take down a barrage of missiles and drones in what is being called a "complex attack" by Houthi militants.

U.S. shoots down missiles, drones in largest Houthi attack in Red Sea: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 10, 2024

CES 2024 showcased cutting-edge tech, highlighting Sony's AFEELA car controlled by a PlayStation controller and LG's transparent TV.

From AI-controlled cars to transparent OLED TVs: Top innovations at CES 2024

Following months of speculation, Tiger Woods has announced that the partnership between him and Nike is ending after 27 years.

Tiger Woods and Nike part ways after 27 years

A Wall Street Journal report alleges that Musk has used illegal drugs for years, and it is concerning executives at SpaceX and Tesla.

Musk denies drug use reports amid SpaceX, Tesla executives’ concern

Experts once quoted the value of CFP expansion playoff rights at north of $2 billion. "A lot has changed in the traditional media business since then."

$2 billion for CFP playoff TV rights? Expectations may need to be ‘tempered’

Wayne LaPierre, the longstanding leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA), announced his resignation on Friday Jan. 5, anticipating an impending corruption trial in New York scrutinizing his leadership. LaPierre held the position of Executive Vice President and CEO at the NRA since 1991.

NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre resigns ahead of corruption trial

The CFP expansion still faces uncertainty. How much should conference champions matter following Pac-12's implosion? Should players get compensated?

CFP expansion means more games and money. Will players get a cut?

Carrefour, a French-based supermarket with more than 14,000 stores worldwide is pulling some Pepsi and Lays products from 9,000 stores.

Global supermarket giant pulls Pepsi products from shelves over prices

Eli Lilly is now the first pharmaceutical company to provide direct, online sales of a weight loss drug through their website LillyDirect.

Eli Lilly allows direct sales of weight loss drug Zepbound, an industry first

The U.S. Secretary of State is set for another trip to the Middle East as recent developments prompt fears of the war spreading.

Blinken visits Middle East amid fears of war spreading: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 5, 2024

Bill Granger, the Australian chef behind avocado toast, died at 54. Did his expensive breakfast treat ruin millennials' homeownership chances?

He aimed to serve a delicious breakfast. Instead he fueled a generation war.