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WNBA and players' union reach verbal agreement on landmark new CBA deal
The verbal agreement marks the end of a prolonged and often contentious battle that threatened the start of the WNBA season.
As Americans struggle with rising costs, many states’ unemployment benefits fall short, analysis finds
The U.S. unemployment system is not prepared for a recession, with some states having failed to raise their maximum weekly benefit in decades, experts say.
Macy's store revamp shows progress, but company expects sales to fall this year
Macy's posted solid fourth-quarter results as it tries to revamp some stores and close others.
Micron earnings are out after the bell following a big move higher. What analysts expect
Micron Technology is expected to beat on its fiscal second-quarter results due to a surge in demand for AI-linked hardware that has boosted memory chip prices.
Israel says it has killed Iran’s intelligence minister in third assassination in two days
Israel's Defense Forces said Wednesday that Iran's intelligence minister, Esmail Khatib, had been killed in a "targeted strike" in Tehran.
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Trump waives U.S. shipping law for 60 days to steady oil market
The Trump administration "remains committed to continuing to strengthen our critical supply chains" amid the Iran war, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
188-year-old NYC pharmacy has been 'packed like sardines'—all because of $40 headbands and FX's 'Love Story'
Twenty-somethings are flocking to a nearly 200-year-old pharmacy in New York to buy headbands once worn by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, the drugstore's owners say.
FAA tightens helicopter safety rules near major airports
The announcement follows the January 2025 mid-air collision between an American Airlines regional jet and army helicopter that killed 67 people.
Iran war poses challenges to high-margin Middle East car market
A continuing Iran war could destabilize the larger Gulf region, an increasingly important profit center for luxury automakers challenged elsewhere.
It's not just oil: Aluminum prices have surged as Iran conflict chokes supply
The U.S. and Israel's war with Iran has upended the supply of aluminum in the Middle East, sending prices of the base metal skyrocketing.
Fed to still cut rates this year, even as high oil prices spark an uptick in inflation: CNBC Fed Survey
The 32 respondents, including fund managers, analysts and economists, see oil prices on average at $88 a barrel six months from now.
Mortgage refinance demand plunges 19% after interest rates shoot higher
Mortgage rates shot higher last week, as the war with Iran stoked fears over inflation. That caused a major drop in refinance demand, but buyer demand improved.
France ready to help U.S. secure Strait of Hormuz — but not while drones and missiles are flying
European countries are reluctant to get involved in the U.S. and Israel's conflict with Iran, seeing it as a war of choice rather than necessity.
Global hedge funds suffer worst losses since 'liberation day' on Iran war turmoil
Hedge funds are getting battered by a sharp spike in oil prices and a broad market selloff unraveling crowded trades as the Iran war continues.
Traffic starts trickling through Strait of Hormuz: Who's moving through and who's still stranded or diverting
Iran has scared off most ships from the Strait of Hormuz, leaving some ships to pass through, while most continued to wait outside the Gulf.
Stock futures rise as traders look ahead to Federal Reserve interest rate decision: Live updates
The three major averages posted back-to-back gains on Tuesday, even as oil prices ended the session higher. Traders are now awaiting the Fed's policy decision.
South Korea's stocks lead gains in Asia as investors assess Japan trade data, await Fed rate verdict
The Middle East war continues to escalate, keeping investors on edge.
Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Israel and U.S. assets after security chief Larijani is killed
Iran has intensified attacks targeting U.S. assets in the Middle East and Israel in apparent retaliation against the killing of Iran's security chief Ali Larijani.
Illinois Lt Gov Stratton wins Senate Democratic primary for Dick Durbin's seat
Progressives and moderates vie for influence in Democratic primary while House primaries feature competitive races for retiring lawmakers' seats
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