Hong Kong-Based Company Spins Off Pork Producer Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods, the largest pork processor in the country, announced it will not close additional plants as it focuses on growth following its initial public offering (IPO), CEO Shane Smith said Tuesday.
Trump DEI Rollback May Block State Department From Observing Black History Month
The State Department will reportedly forgo openly observing Black History Month due to Trump policies that dismantled diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Nvidia Stock Price Starts Recovering After Massive DeepSeek Selloff
Nvidia's stock was showing signs of recovery on Tuesday after a significant selloff triggered by DeepSeek's AI model launch.
Microsoft Silent On Trump Claim It Is In Talks To Buy TikTok
While President Donald Trump told reporters that Microsoft is in talks to buy TikTok, the company has remained mum about it.
Trump Says DeepSeek AI Should Be 'Wake Up Call' For US Tech Industry
President Donald Trump said the release of DeepSeek AI should be a "wake-up call" for the country's tech industry.
Trump Again 'Jokes' About Running for Third Term: 'Am I Allowed to Run Again?'
President-elect Donald Trump questioned House Republicans if he could run for president again after a Republican congressman introduced a resolution to allow Trump to run for a third term.
WTO Chief Warns On Trump Tariffs: 'Catastrophic. Everyone Will Pay'
The World Trade Organization's director-general, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, urged countries to not retaliate against president Donald Trump's tariffs, saying it could cause "catastrophic" outcomes for growth.
Adidas To Cut 500 Corporate Jobs: Company Structure 'Too Complex'
The chief executive officer Bjoern Gulden of Adidas AG will cut 500 roles based at its headquarters in Herzogenaurach as the company outperformed projected sales for the retro sneakers.
Some Walmart Supervisors Could Bring Home $600K This Year
Walmart is raising the salary for its market managers from $570,000 up to a maximum of $620,000 annually.
More People Are Only Paying The Minimum Payment As Credit Card Balances Rise
Higher interest rates that increase borrowing costs appear to be creating a growing financial strain on consumers.
Saudi Arabia Promises $600 Billion In US During Trump's Term
Saudi Arabia plans to invest $600 billion in the United States over the next four years.
Musk's DOGE Goes After the Penny: 'Costs Over 3 Cents'
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), noted that it cost the United States' 3 cents to make a penny.
Google To Allow Students To Control Chromebooks With Facial Gestures
Google unveiled new features to Chromebook, including a ground-breaking accessibility tool that lets students control their devices using facial gestures.
Burger Chain To Start Cooking Fries In '100% Beef Tallow' After Trump Nominee RFK Jr. Promotes It
A Midwest-based burger chain says it will start cooking its French fries in 100% beef tallow.
South Carolina Plans To Restart Mothballed Nuclear Plants To Power AI Data Centers
South Carolina's Santee Cooper is seeking buyers to revive construction at the long-abandoned V.C. Summer Nuclear Station to address the surging energy needs of artificial intelligence.
Trump Suggests Extremist Proud Boys And Oath Keepers Could Have A Place In Politics
President-elect Donald Trump defended his pardons for Capitol rioters and showcased his openness to extremist groups like the Proud Boys entering politics.
Trump Says Canada And Mexico Could Face 25% Tariffs Starting Next Month
Canadian officials said they are prepared for President Donald Trump's sweeping 25% tariff, which will go into effect on Feb. 1, against Canada and Mexico.
New Walmart Headquarters Has Drone-Assisted Window Cleaning, Autonomous Lawn Care
Walmart announced the opening of its new Home Office campus in Bentonville, Arkansas that features a hotel and drone-assisted cleaning amongst other amenities.
Costco Union Votes In 'Overwhelming' Margin To Authorize A Strike
Costco workers represented by the Teamsters have overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike, demanding a fair contract before their current agreement expires on January 31.
Zillow Predicts This Harsh-Winter City Will Be The Hottest Housing Market In 2025
The hottest housing market of 2025 has strong job growth and a limited housing supply.
Shoppers To New CEO: Bring Back The Old Kohl's
Kohl's customers are urging new CEO Ashley Buchanan to reverse changes made under prior leadership that alienated older, loyal shoppers.
Trump Memecoin Soars In Value Ahead Of Inauguration
President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, has surged in market value since its Friday launch while raising ethical concerns.
Bird Flu Found In Georgia Poultry Flock: 'Serious Threat'
The Department of Agriculture has suspended poultry production at a facility in Georgia after the bird flu virus was detected.
PolitiFi Meme Coin Donates $1M To Trump-Backed Organizations
The Solana-based meme coin project, Magaverse, has donated $1,000,000 to organizations approved by president Donald Trump.
LEGO Wants Schools To Use Its Products To Teach Science
LEGO, the Danish toy giant, is tapping into the education market with products that will help kids learn science in the classroom.
Spirit Airlines Eliminates 200 Jobs In Turnaround Effort
Spirit Airlines has laid off 200 employees and placed 260 pilots on furlough as it navigates bankruptcy reorganization.
Cash App Owner Hit With Over $100M Fine For Fraud And Customer Service Issues
The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau found that Block, which is owned by Twitter founder, Jack Dorsey, failed to give adequate customer service–including the absence of live telephone agents–for customers to get assistance.
Retail Sales Grew Modestly In December
Retail and food services sales for December 2024 continued to grow, proving that despite an inflationary economy, Americans are still shopping.
Target Shakes Up Leadership As It Announces Holiday Sales Grew 2.8 Percent
Target Corporation revealed a 2.8% increase in total holiday sales for November and December, amidst upcoming leadership changes.
US Sues Southwest Airlines Over 'Chronically Delayed' Flights
The Transportation Department is suing Southwest Airlines, alleging the airline had chronically delayed flights due to unrealistic scheduling.
