Google ordered to halt work on two data centers in ‘Texas of Europe’
Finland has emerged as a key location for data centers amid the AI boom.
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Chevron CEO warns against 'unwise' diesel export ban, saying it could make things worse
His comments come as rising Middle East crude exports and an emergency G7 stockpile release appear to have helped to ease supply fears.
Treasury yields rise ahead of closely-watched 10-year auction and FOMC minutes
U.S. Treasury yields climbed early Wednesday after retreating in the previous session, as investors awaited a closely watched 10-year note auction.
Fears coastal town road closure could leave Watchet 'desolate'
Businesses in Watchet are concerned by the closure of the main road into Watchet.
Jaguar unveils $130,000 electric vehicle two years after controversial rebrand
The launch comes as luxury rivals Ferrari and Bentley also push into EVs, seeking to test wealthy buyer's appetite for going electric.
Rainmakers: The drones used to seed clouds
Cloud seeding is gaining attention as countries look to boost rainfall - will drones help?
IMF chief urges countries to do more to curb debt and regulate AI
The head of the International Monetary Fund says countries both rich and poor must take faster action to cut debt and counter growing inequality as their economies weather a triple whammy from the AI boom and shocks from wars in the Middle East and Ukr...
Why AI is both the hope and the hazard for world leaders, according to IMF chief Georgieva
Kristalina Georgieva warns that the technology lifting growth hopes is also pushing up inflation and yields, just as public debt levels rose.
'Wear more clothes if it's cold,' schools told as energy bills rise
The EA suggests cost-saving measures as it warns school gas and electricity bills are set to rise.
Landlord's heartbreak as pub shuts down
A pub landlord forced to close down says more venues face similar closures without more tax cuts.
Luxury developers flocked to the 'Hamptons of Hungary' — but some projects are stalling
Lake Balaton in south-west Hungary has been a popular vacation destination for decades, but average transaction prices are falling.
India’s central bank hikes rates for the first time since 2023 as inflation risks build
HSBC and Goldman Sachs expect the RBI to raise interest rates in December as well.
Singapore's Temasek warns of the ‘biggest risk’ facing markets right now
Unwinding of the artificial intelligence trade poses the biggest risk to markets, according to Singapore state-owned investment giant Temasek.
Pakistan provides fuel aid to 9 million low-income people as Middle East war drives up prices
Pakistan’s government is providing fuel subsidies to over 9 million low-income people as the U.S.-Iran war drives up energy prices
Kenya confirms its first Ebola case and death in a man who traveled from Congo
A Kenyan citizen who had been living in Congo before returning to Nairobi over the weekend has become Kenya’s first confirmed case of Ebola and the country’s first death from the disease in the fast-moving outbreak
Fuel industry warns truck stops not to sell red dye diesel after Trump lifts restrictions
“We do not expect most reputable diesel retailers and fuel marketers to do this,” said several industry groups. “There’s limited upside.”
Jaguar unveils new electric car after 'woke' ridicule
Two years after JLR relaunched Jaguar into a blizzard of controversy, it has launched its new EV.
What audiences could expect from Paramount-Warner merger into Skydance
CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, merged with Warner Bros. Discovery on Tuesday, creating a new company now called Skydance. Jo Ling Kent reports on what this means for audiences.
Froyo's made a comeback. But at £12 a tub will it last?
Frozen yoghurt, which was a huge craze in the 2000s and 2010s, has made its return with multiple chains popping up across the wider UK.
Braid-creator Jonathan Blow on making the 'biggest puzzle game ever'
Order of the Sinking Star is due out on Thursday and has roughly 1,500 puzzles for players to try
Equinor says it may stop investing in UK if oil and gas fields do not get go-ahead
The boss of the Norwegian state company says further investment in the UK could be at risk if Rosebank and Jackdaw are not approved.
‘A Skydance Corp.’: David Ellison immediately puts his stamp on Warner Bros.
The deal blends two historic film studios, two streaming platforms and two news organizations.
Trump temporarily expands use of red-dyed diesel. Will it lower costs?
Experts say the new executive order will have a limited impact on farmers and truckers who rely on diesel.
Consumers sue Starbucks over ‘sugar-free’ drinks containing up to 21g of sugar
The company said it doesn’t add sugar to the drinks and that it uses sugar-free syrup for flavoring.
Paramount closes $110 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
The merger unites two major movie studios, news operations CBS News and CNN and cable networks including Comedy Central and TNT.
Why you just got a $90 Social Security check — and who missed out
Millions of seniors are getting $90 direct deposits from Social Security this week, prompting questions about the source of the money.
Paramount Skydance completes $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros.
Paramount Skydance completed its $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros., creating a Hollywood heavyweight called Skydance and handing CEO David Ellison control. NBC News' Brian Cheung reports on the details of the merger.
S&P 500 closes at record high as Nvidia nears $6 trillion milestone
Gains by the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq were overwhelmingly powered by gains in tech companies.
French riot police fire tear gas as more than 250,000 rally nationwide for school funding
More than a quarter of a million people have marched in cities across France in support of school pupils demanding more education funding, increasing pressure on the government of outgoing President Emmanuel Macron
Make the most of your holiday shopping this year
Holiday shopping is hitting high gear as Amazon kicks off Prime Big Deal Days. Kelly O'Grady has more.
Paramount and Warner Bros are now one Hollywood giant: Skydance
Skydance-owned Paramount has closed its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros
How to Protect Your Online Identity and Clean Your Digital Footprint
Whether you’re hunting for a job or looking for a relationship, first impressions matter and there are ways to control what information about you is out there. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY with tips to protect your online profile, correct inaccuracies, remove unwanted data and craft a productive digital presence.
Emmy Awards to move to Prime Video in 2027 in 6-year deal between Amazon and the Television Academy
The Emmy Awards are moving to Prime Video starting in 2027
Who Had It Better? The Generational Money Showdown | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger
Is the American Dream getting more expensive, or is Gen Z just more sensitive? Jill and Mark break down the data to settle the generational debate once and for all: Which generation is actually better off financially? Place your bets! Plus, a TikTok takedown featuring some financial advice from a reality TV star…You…
What voters in 6 key states could tell us about the 2026 midterms
Morning Edition is heading to Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio and Michigan to hear what voters say is shaping their choices ahead of the midterm elections.
Nicole Kidman and Dua Lipa watch Chanel’s creative revival at Paris Fashion Week
Chanel’s artistic director Matthieu Blazy has unveiled the spring-summer 2027 collection, blending sportswear with evening dresses
Wall Street points toward gains, oil prices fall as markets await next week's earnings ramp up
Wall Street is pointing higher ahead of opening bell after nearing record highs to open the week, while oil prices are down around the lowest level in more than a month
Political polarization is spiking in local communities ahead of the midterms, survey finds
Cost-of-living issues are driving up tensions in local communities, while immigration is the most polarizing issue nationally, local government officials said in a new survey.
MAGA activists protest AI data centers at Big Tech headquarters in San Francisco
The group, called Humans First, advocates for better guardrails on data center construction and AI in general.
Coca-Cola reveals new flavors for Coke, Powerade and other brands
Coca-Cola said it will roll out the new flavors, all fruit-inspired, in 2027. Here's what the beverage giant is planning.
Trump sending ACA and Medicare checks, but will they offset costs?
President Trump sent $500 checks to some Affordable Care Act enrollees, while 20 million Medicare recipients will soon get $90 checks. Will they make a difference?
Economist Betsey Stevenson breaks down the gender gap in recent hiring reports
The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected last month and unemployment ticked up to 4.2%. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Betsey Stevenson, an economist at the University of Michigan.
Economist Betsey Stevenson on why women are snagging most new U.S. jobs
The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected last month. As in recent months, most new jobs went to women. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Betsey Stevenson, an economist at the University of Michigan.
The U.S. added only 29,000 jobs in September as job market lacks spark
U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate inched up to 4.2%. Job gains for July and August were revised down by a total of 60,000 jobs, extending a lackluster run for the job market.
Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas?
Diesel hasn't always been more expensive than other gasoline. Then in 2004, a switch happened due to air quality standards, demand, and taxes. In this week's Indicator newsletter, we dig into diesel prices, what kind of fun people are buying, and other forms of making your tax bill smaller.
U.S. employers add only 29,000 jobs in September, much less than August
The Labor Department offered an update Friday on the strength of the U.S. job market. The news comes as long-term interest rates have been climbing.
Labor Department to release September jobs report
The Labor Department offers an update Friday on the strength of the U.S. job market. The news comes as long-term interest rates have been climbing.
Economist discusses high bond yields and the September jobs report
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics, about high bond yields and the September jobs report.
Stocks Sink in Broad AI Rout Sparked by China's DeepSeek
U.S. stocks were mostly lower, with the Nasdaq leading declines as makers of AI infrastructure suffered steep falls, many in the double digits. Nvidia was down 16%.
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Lower
Gold settled 1.4% lower, down two of the past three sessions, and silver fell 2.5%, down three of the past four sessions.
DeepSeek Won't Sink U.S. AI Titans
Panic fueling the selloff of Nvidia, Broadcom and other tech giants is overblown.
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Gain insight on Experian, SoFi Technologies and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.
Arabica Coffee Prices Hit Record on U.S., Colombia Tariff Spat
Arabica coffee prices hit a record level, as traders digested the withdrawal of President Trump’s threats to impose tariffs and economic sanctions on Colombia.
Swiss franc, Japanese yen Rise as DeepSeek News Boosts Safe Havens
The Yen and Swiss Franc were stronger against the dollar as investors sought safe havens after Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s new AI model hit U.S. tech stocks.
Natural Gas Falls on Shifting Weather Forecasts
U.S. natural gas futures fell after weekend updates took some of the chill out of early February weather forecasts.
Building-Products Distributor QXO Launches Hostile Bid for Beacon
QXO is taking its offer directly to shareholders after being rebuffed on several occasions.