Meta has allegedly tried to recruit employees from competitor OpenAI by offering bonuses as high as $100 million, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claimed on a podcast that aired Tuesday. “[Meta] started making giant offers to a lot of people on our team,” Altman said on the Uncapped podcast, which is hosted by his brother. “You […] ...
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Classic airline, Pan Am, returns to the skies with special 12-day transatlantic journeyClassic airline, Pan Am, returns to the skies with special 12-day transatlantic journey
A trip honoring the legacy of Pan American World Airways is underway after a chartered jet bearing the historic airline’s branding took to the skies earlier in the week. The plane left John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York on Tuesday, kicking off a 12-day trip that came with a roughly $60,000 price tag […] ...
Nearly one-third of $36T national debt needs refinancing as Trump demands rate cutsNearly one-third of $36T national debt needs refinancing as Trump demands rate cuts
The Treasury Department will need to refinance nearly one-third of the more than $36 trillion in debt owed by the federal government, which serves as a backdrop to President Donald Trump’s repeated calls for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. A report by the Treasury’s Office of Debt Management for the second quarter of fiscal […] ...
Trump weighs ‘most consequential decision’ of presidency as Iran crisis deepens, ex-CIA station chief saysTrump weighs ‘most consequential decision’ of presidency as Iran crisis deepens, ex-CIA station chief says
As tensions between Israel and Iran escalate into open conflict, President Donald Trump has signaled that the United States may intervene both to support its ally Israel and to neutralize Iran’s advancing nuclear program. With diplomatic efforts having stalled for over two months, the prospect of military action is now under serious consideration. Former CIA […] ...
Starbucks will further align its menu with ‘MAHA’ initiative, RFK Jr. saysStarbucks will further align its menu with ‘MAHA’ initiative, RFK Jr. says
Starbucks’ top executive has agreed to further align its menu with the Trump administration’s health goals under its “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, according to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy, who has been examining the nation’s food system to address the root causes of childhood chronic disease, said in a […] ...
US manufacturing giant teases ‘big’ investment back into the American economyUS manufacturing giant teases ‘big’ investment back into the American economy
The CEO of one of America’s largest manufacturing and appliance companies detailed going “big” on its investments in the U.S. economy and its supply chain that could have “crucial” outcomes. “This year, we went big,” Whirlpool’s Marc Bitzer said on “Mornings with Maria” Thursday. “With tariffs now finally coming into place and our trust and […] ...
Southwest Airlines announces assigned seating option coming soonSouthwest Airlines announces assigned seating option coming soon
Southwest Airlines’ assigned seating is closer to becoming reality. The airline, known for its open seating policy, has released more information about when passengers can expect the change. “We are planning to begin offering booking for assigned and premium seating in the second half of 2025, and we are expected to begin operating with assigned […] ...
Deaths, pregnancy loss linked to recalled pasta sold at Walmart and KrogerDeaths, pregnancy loss linked to recalled pasta sold at Walmart and Kroger
Three deaths and one pregnancy loss are being attributed to a listeria outbreak linked to newly recalled “ready-to-eat” pasta sold at Walmart and Kroger. FreshRealm, which has production sites in California, Georgia and Indiana, says chicken fettuccine Alfredo products “may be adulterated with an outbreak strain” and is recalling products produced before June 17. The […] ...
NTSB issues urgent safety bulletin about engines found in some Boeing 737 Max jetsNTSB issues urgent safety bulletin about engines found in some Boeing 737 Max jets
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued an urgent safety recommendation Wednesday to modify jet engines on Boeing’s 737 Max airplanes to prevent smoke from entering the cockpit or cabin in certain scenarios. The warning comes after two incidents involving Southwest Airlines planes equipped with CFM International LEAP-1B engines that experienced bird strikes in 2023. […] ...
NBA trophy designer crafts exclusive Michelob Ultra bottles with diamonds, real gold for title winnersNBA trophy designer crafts exclusive Michelob Ultra bottles with diamonds, real gold for title winners
The Oklahoma City Thunder are one win away from popping bottles in the locker room for the first time since making the move from Seattle. The SuperSonics won the NBA title in 1979, but when Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and James Harden made up the new Big 3 in Oklahoma City, the newest fan base […] ...
SpaceX Starship explodes on Texas launch siteSpaceX Starship explodes on Texas launch site
SpaceX’s Starship exploded Wednesday night during a test at SpaceX’s Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas. Around 11 p.m. local time Wednesday, “the Starship preparing for the tenth flight test experienced a major anomaly while on a test stand at Starbase,” SpaceX said in a post on X. “A safety clear area around the site was […] ...
Who could replace Fed Chair Powell? These are the top contendersWho could replace Fed Chair Powell? These are the top contenders
President Donald Trump, unhappy with the Federal Reserve for not cutting interest rates, has called Chairman Jerome Powell a “numbskull,” “Mr. Too Late” and referred to him as a “stupid person” before policymakers left interest rates unchanged for the fourth time this year on Wednesday. He has also floated naming a replacement for Powell even […] ...
Social Security trust fund now projected to run dry in 2034, triggering massive benefit cutsSocial Security trust fund now projected to run dry in 2034, triggering massive benefit cuts
The trustees for Social Security and Medicare released their annual report on the status of the entitlement programs’ trust funds, which are expected to be depleted sooner than previously thought. The Social Security and Medicare trustees “found that the Social Security and Medicare programs both continue to face significant financing issues.” Trustees found that if Social […] ...
Seven suspects charged in daring $100M jewelry heist authorities call ‘largest’ in US historySeven suspects charged in daring $100M jewelry heist authorities call ‘largest’ in US history
Seven people were charged with carrying out a 2022 jewelry heist that officials say was the “largest” in American history. The theft took place in California in July 2022 when a Brinks truck moving a large amount of jewelry from a trade show stopped at a rest stop, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central […] ...
Dad’s jaw-dropping Disney ‘Princess Breakfast’ bill leaves social media users stunnedDad’s jaw-dropping Disney ‘Princess Breakfast’ bill leaves social media users stunned
A family of five’s breakfast at Disneyland in California has gone viral after a father shared a photo on social media of the meal’s pricey nearly $1,000 receipt. X user John ‘Rock & Roll’ Tolkien, or @jrockandrollt, took to the social media platform on Monday to share his sticker shock after he received a $937.65 […] ...
Trump signals uncertainty over whether he will support GOP senator’s push to boost the minimum wageTrump signals uncertainty over whether he will support GOP senator’s push to boost the minimum wage
President Donald Trump signaled he was not sure about whether, or not, he would support a recent proposal led by GOP Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour. “I haven’t seen it. I’d have to speak to Josh. He’s a very good friend of mine,” Trump said Wednesday […] ...
Top economist warns America is heading toward economic disaster the Fed can’t fixTop economist warns America is heading toward economic disaster the Fed can’t fix
Euro Pacific Asset Management Chief Economist Peter Schiff voiced some criticism of the Federal Reserve and sounded the alarm about the economy during an appearance Wednesday on “The Claman Countdown.” Schiff’s comments on the show came not long after the Federal Open Markets Committee (FOMC) wrapped up its latest meeting in the afternoon, electing to […] ...
Rays enter ‘exclusive discussions’ for potential sale with Florida investment groupRays enter ‘exclusive discussions’ for potential sale with Florida investment group
The Tampa Bay Rays are in “exclusive discussions” with an investment group in Florida about a potential sale of the team. “The Tampa Bay Rays announced that the team has recently commenced exclusive discussions with a group led by Patrick Zalupski, Bill Cosgrove, Ken Babby and prominent Tampa Bay investors concerning a possible sale of […] ...
Mark Walter reaches agreement to buy Lakers majority stake at record valuation of $10 billion: reportMark Walter reaches agreement to buy Lakers majority stake at record valuation of $10 billion: report
The Buss family has reportedly entered an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, the chairman and controlling owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The deal is reportedly valued at $10 billion, which is by far the most for any sale of a professional sports team in world history, […] ...
Major oil price shock looming as Israel-Iran conflict threatens critical global shipping passageMajor oil price shock looming as Israel-Iran conflict threatens critical global shipping passage
If the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran significantly cuts supply in the global oil market, prices could surge to as much as $120 a barrel due to a potential threat to a significant shipping lane, according to industry experts. The price of West Texas Intermediate, a key crude oil benchmark, is sitting around a […] ...
Deficits from ‘big beautiful bill’ to rise nearly $2.8T under new dynamic estimate: CBODeficits from ‘big beautiful bill’ to rise nearly $2.8T under new dynamic estimate: CBO
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a new dynamic analysis that found Republicans’ “big beautiful bill” would raise budget deficits by over $300 billion more than in its previous analysis, which estimated it would widen deficits by $2.4 trillion over a decade. The CBO found that the House-passed version of the legislation would raise federal budget […] ...
Honda recalls 259,000 vehicles due to dangerous brake pedal defectHonda recalls 259,000 vehicles due to dangerous brake pedal defect
Honda is recalling about 259,000 Honda and Acura vehicles due to a problem with a brake pedal defect that could potentially present a safety hazard. American Honda announced the recall impacting some Honda Pilot sedans from the model years 2023-2025, Acura MDA SUVs from the model years 2023-2025 and Acura TLX sedans from the model […] ...
Federal Reserve leaves key interest rate unchanged for fourth straight meetingFederal Reserve leaves key interest rate unchanged for fourth straight meeting
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday said that it will leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged following its June monetary policy meeting as policymakers continue to monitor inflation and labor market data amid elevated economic uncertainty. The central bank’s decision leaves the benchmark federal funds rate at a range of 4.25% to 4.5%. It comes after […] ...
Trump-backed ‘internet money’ could drive trillion-dollar market and strengthen the dollarTrump-backed ‘internet money’ could drive trillion-dollar market and strengthen the dollar
A revolution in the cryptocurrency world may soon go mainstream, as lawmakers move to formally regulate stablecoins, a digital currency designed to maintain a fixed value. “The internet is now colliding with the financial industry and the financial system,” said Circle CEO and co-founder Jeremy Allaire on “Mornings with Maria” Wednesday. “There’s an opportunity to […] ...
General Mills latest US food giant pulling artificial dyes from productsGeneral Mills latest US food giant pulling artificial dyes from products
General Mills is the latest U.S. food giant pledging to remove FD&C artificial dyes from its portfolio of products within the next two years amid calls from the Trump administration to eliminate artificial colors from the nation’s food supply. For its part, the Minnesota-based food giant said it plans to remove artificial colors from all […] ...