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From the people who keep us safe on the roads to those who wire our homes and are building the infrastructure powering the AI boom, America needs skilled workers. But a new report finds that the nation isn’t doing enough to keep up with demand. NBC’s Christine Romans sits down exclusively with BlackRock’s Larry Fink…
“I’m very sorry to see her go, but I’ve come to accept that this is the right time for her, both personally and professionally,” CNN chief executive Mark Thompson said.
Elon Musk and officials at AI giant Anthropic are pledging to give coveted shares in their companies to the general public as concerns about AI’s economic and societal impact continue to pile up.
NBC’s Hallie Jackson runs through the Highs and Lows of the week on Sunday TODAY including the neighboring gas stations that went head-to-head to offer low prices in Georgia, the dad who took his daughters to see Olivia Rodrigo and rocked out even more than they did and more.
Tech stocks shed more than $1 trillion in value Friday, as the price of oil soared to its highest levels in five months.
Elon Musk showed off the new Tesla Roadster prototype Thursday that can briefly launch itself into the air using rocket-inspired thrusters.
The two major candidates vying for an Alaska Senate seat squared off Thursday night over issues ranging from the war with Iran to controversies during the Democratic nominee’s time in Congress in a debate that at times flared into personal attacks.
Two inflation reports this week set the stage for a rate hike potentially sooner than previously expected.
Consumers already face a host of stressors. If AI spending and tech stocks show signs of sustained decline, U.S. economic growth could be at risk.
Various efforts by the Trump administration to bring down prices have failed to make a meaningful dent in rising costs.
Google dropped its brand new "When to Buy Guide" Thursday morning with advice on how and where to shop all the best deals between now and the new year. NBC's Vicky Nguyen shares an exclusive first look on TODAY to break it all down and help you create the perfect holiday shopping strategy.
Inflation jumped to 3.7%, driven by gas and diesel prices triggered by the U.S. war with Iran. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down which categories will see price increases and what’s behind the spike in costs.
The administration has repeatedly sought to crack down on information leaks to the media.
The platform remains one of the titans of streaming, but it has struggled to boost user engagement.
Individual retirement benefits will climb an average of about $75 per month, according to an advocacy group.
LinkedIn's Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to reveal the company's list of the top startups of 2026, spotlighting 50 young companies on the rise across the country. See the top five!
The option to live out your golden years with friends in group homes is rising in popularity, especially among women. A recent survey found that 57% of women over the age of 50 would consider living with a friend. But, what is causing this uptick in the "Golden Girls" roommate trend? NBC's Vicky Nguyen met with three…
It’s the final CPI report before November’s midterm elections. Consumers and business owners have said they will be voting with the cost of living in mind.
In his first-ever broadcast interview, Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy sits down with TODAY’s Craig Melvin for a wide-ranging interview in which he discusses portion sizes, prices, why he intertwines faith and business, the importance of the chain remaining family-owned, global expansion, political controversies and…
The family-owned company reported nearly $24 billion in sales last year and recently expanded to Singapore and the United Kingdom.
The final CPI report before the midterms is expected to reflect soaring energy costs compounded by higher airfares, pricier iPhones and rising car prices.
The fine is the third-highest penalty ever issued by the Treasury Department, which found that the bank failed to report billions in suspicious transactions.
Artificial intelligence research company Anthropic says one of its models generated a bogus tip about an unsolved murder and submitted it to Philadelphia police.
“Absolutely stunning price spikes in wholesale diesel today,” a top energy analyst said.
For people looking for love online, a match with a scammer could cost them their life savings.
Oil and gas prices rose Monday after an “energy ceasefire” announced by President Donald Trump on Sunday failed to gain traction.
The coffee giant had reportedly hired advisers to work on a Chipotle takeover proposal.
This Halloween, rising prices for groceries and gas are pushing many consumers to cut back. But they’re not giving up Halloween candy.
President Donald Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin would “immediately” release hundreds of thousands of tons of diesel fuel onto the global market.
Elon Musk’s plan for SpaceX to become a major mobile carrier sent shares of AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile plunging and wiped out over $50 billion before lunch.
President Donald Trump established a committee to investigate Fed governor Lisa Cook, in his latest attempt to fire her.
With the holiday season looming, the most wonderful time of the year can quickly become the most expensive and stressful time of the year. Finance expert and author Jean Chatzky joins TODAY with ways to save on gifts, travel, and more.
Those on the front lines of feeding their neighbors in rural West Virginia say they face unprecedented challenges brought on by Washington.
‘Musk,’ the new film from Alex Gibney, features interviews with more than the usual critics of the Tesla and SpaceX CEO.
President Donald Trump joined Michael Kratsios to award the Medal of Science to Elon Musk, Jensen Huang, Lisa Su and Sergey Brin amid announcements about new science funding.
A tie-up would reunite Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol with the company he led before he took the helm at the coffee giant.
Nearly all U.S. offshore oil production is in Isaias’ path, one analyst wrote, which means “the impact, even short-lived, can be significant.”
Any major action by the U.S. in Iran over the coming weeks would be likely to affect voter sentiment, which is already firmly opposed to the war.
Whether you use oil or electricity to heat your home, you may notice a higher heating bill this year. NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY with tips on how to prepare your home, ways to keep costs down and resources for financial assistance.
The creepy Rumpelstiltskin-like imp has become a viral meme template. The AI clip looked so real that many assumed it was from an old film.
The demand for skilled trade workers such as electricians, carpenters, and mechanics is expected to accelerate in the next decade and Carhartt, which has long been a staple for those doing these jobs, is seeing changes in the retail landscape. NBC News' Christine Romans spoke with Carhartt CEO Linda Hubbard about what…
Stocks fell as yields rose and investors bet that corporate borrowing would get more expensive.
The sandwich generation is that expensive time when you’re raising kids and helping out aging parents. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY with tips to navigate that financial situation and resources that can help.
With fuel prices sky-high, experts say Americans could face the highest costs in a decade. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY with strategies to plan your holiday travel whether you’re flying or driving. She shares the cheapest days to fly, how to get relief at the pump, methods to compare costs, and more.
The Arizona Democrat told NBC News he’s “absolutely thinking about” running for president. He’s pitching a New Deal-style jobs program funded by data center and AI taxes.
Members of Meta’s Oversight Board have some advice for AI companies looking to launch their own independent safety committees.
“We do not expect most reputable diesel retailers and fuel marketers to do this,” said several industry groups. “There’s limited upside.”
The deal blends two historic film studios, two streaming platforms and two news organizations.
The company said it doesn’t add sugar to the drinks and that it uses sugar-free syrup for flavoring.
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.
Gains by the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq were overwhelmingly powered by gains in tech companies.
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.
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.
The group, called Humans First, advocates for better guardrails on data center construction and AI in general.
Trump signed an executive order intended to help bring down sky-high diesel prices by allowing anyone to purchase tax-exempt “red dye” diesel.
The administration took similar action last week against CNN. The cable news network, MS NOW and Politico sued after they were banned from the White House grounds.
Americans are still buying cars, but they're borrowing record amounts of money and taking on longer car loans to help make ends meet. NBC News' Christine Romans spoke with Ford CEO Jim Farley, who said his company has five more-affordable vehicles on the way.
Amazon, Target, Walmart and more retailers are kicking off a major sales week for anyone trying to get a head start on holiday shopping. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to break down the early deals on apparel, Halloween costumes, tech and fuel.
Democrats have a significant lead among Latino voters in 2026 amid economic concerns, according to the NBC News/Telemundo poll.
A joint statement issued by the U.S. and 15 other countries touts the technology’s potential to accelerate scientific progress.
The Google Maps red pin for the Hōlei Sea Arch, a rugged, 90-foot bow formed by 550-year-old lava flows and the prolonged sculpture of the salty Pacific, now states, “Permanently closed.”
Tony Romo is out as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports following his July arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, the network said Friday.
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison reveals Paramount and Warner Bros. will operate under the “Skydance” name following their merger. Entertainment journalist Brian Balthazar shares the latest on the acquisition and the company’s upcoming rebrand.
Group of Seven countries agreed to release tens of millions of barrels of diesel fuel and crude to cap soaring gas prices.
The U.S. labor market slowed during the month of September, according to new data Friday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The Trump administration asked European allies to release diesel from their emergency stockpiles to increase global supplies and tamp down on soaring prices.
There are plenty of ways to get free things this October, and NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to share a round up. Her no-cost finds include a knife skills course, a Krispy Kreme doughnut and more!
Inflation concerns, driven by high fuel prices, are prompting investors to sell bonds. That drives up interest rates for consumers.
The deal brings together the likes of CBS News and CNN, HBO Max and Paramount+, and storied film studios Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures.
WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats blocked legislation Wednesday aimed at protecting consumers from paying higher prices when new data centers are built in their communities.
NBC News volunteers saw eight different prices for the exact same Harry Styles ticket on StubHub. The company said it’s running random price experiments.
The Federal Reserve’s watchdog said it found no grounds to believe federal law was violated in a project that drew criticism from President Donald Trump.
Across retail, travel, food and more, some companies are charging consumers different prices for the same products and services. Lindsay Owens, author of the new book “Gouged: The End of a Fair Price and What That Menas for Your Wallet,” says companies overcharge by using “price experiments” where they change randomly…
A new NBCUniversal Local/Telemundo Station Group shows “yes” supporters leading 48% to 38% on the California ballot measure.
OpenAI announced its new AI agent product, Dots, amid a barrage of controversy over AI agents that had gone rogue.
The FBI said that Dutch law enforcement arrested a leader of ShinyHunters, the group that claimed to have hacked the FBI and stolen information on agents.
NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to answer viewer questions on everything from spam calls to travel insurance.
Tech CEOs said they agreed on an AI safety “accord,” but it appeared voluntary. The president also unveiled an AI-powered website, America.gov.
Jonathan McKinsey, head of engineering and games player experiences for the Times, was found on the ground at a park with multiple gunshot wounds, police said.
Stocks fell Monday alongside a jump in bond yields and erratic oil trading as geopolitical upheaval remained front and center for traders.
Mesabi Metallics, which is building the plant, aims to start production in 2030, a White House official said.
China and the U.S agreed to cut tariffs on $60 billion worth of goods, ranging from U.S. corn to cosmetics and from Chinese household appliances to toys.
Food prices are higher overall this year, but now major chains including Aldi, Walmart, Target and Amazon, are offering deals to lure customers back. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY with how to maximize your savings at the checkout line. Tips include using cash back apps, joining loyalty clubs, shopping in-season…
Congress’ slow pace and inexperience with AI are colliding with a fast-moving technology. Though one Democrat countered: “We don’t have to be biologists or chemists to set up the FDA.”
What started as a conversation about job interview tips online escalated into a generational debate over whether it’s taboo to show up with an iced coffee to talk to a potential employer.
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate is averaging 7.45%, its highest level in more than two years, making it even harder for Americans to jump into the housing market. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down why rates are rising and what it means for borrowers and savers.
Just two months ago, President Donald Trump gave a primetime speech accusing China of interfering in the 2020 election.
McDonald’s plans to invest $8.5 billion in its new “NEXT" strategy using AI technology to modernize restaurants and introducing new menu items to reach more customers. NBC News’ Allie Canal breaks down what the company’s next chapter could look like.
The monthlong rise in Treasury bond yields has already translated into higher borrowing costs for consumers, especially in the mortgage market.
With Christmas three months away, NBC’s Vicky Nguyen joins TODAY to talk about why you should start your holiday shopping now, lists October shopping events, explains what items are worth waiting for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the gift trends to watch for, and more!
In granting a temporary restraining order while the news outlets’ legal challenge proceeds, the judge said that Trump’s ban was likely unconstitutional.
The agreement extends the suspension of some tariffs as Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for a state visit.
Mortgage rates hit the highest point of Trump’s second term, driven by the surging yield on 10-year Treasury bonds.
The housing market is always changing, so real estate broker and president of R New York Stefani Berkin joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to separate fact from myth. See her expert breakdown, which includes the best time to buy a home, when to do repairs, and more.
Are gas prices declining? NBC News is tracking national, state and county prices at the pump.
Learn where grocery prices stand during the Trump administration. See how inflation is affecting the cost of eggs, bread, chicken, ground beef and more.