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United Airlines is raising checked baggage fees by $10 starting Friday as jet fuel costs surge due to the Middle East conflict. The airline also introduces tiered premium fares, marking its first fee increase in two years amid $400 million in added operating costs.

Bank of America will pay $72.5 million to settle claims it failed to stop Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking, marking the third major bank payout. Survivors’ lawyers are now racing to identify victims ahead of an August 27 final approval hearing.

Gorda by the Sea, the sole gas station for 12 miles in Big Sur, now charges $9.99 per gallon due to pump software limits and reliance on costly generator-based power. Owner Leo Flores warns higher prices could shutter his business amid soaring fuel costs driven by regional conflicts and supply disru

A record 205,000 riders boarded Sound Transit’s new 2 Line on its first day, marking the second-busiest transit day in agency history. The cross-lake light rail service connects Seattle and the Eastside, offering a historic expansion of regional transit.

Nearly half of planned US AI data centers face delays or cancellations due to tariff-hit Chinese imports on critical power equipment. Trump's 'build American' push runs aground as domestic manufacturing lags.

OpenAI's COO Brad Lightcap shifts to lead 'special projects' while CMO Kate Rouch departs to focus on cancer recovery. CEO Fidji Simo also takes medical leave as the AI giant navigates leadership changes during rapid expansion.

United Airlines and JetBlue increased baggage fees by up to 25% starting April 3, blaming rising operating costs tied to the Iran conflict and volatile oil markets. The move follows fuel surcharges by international carriers as global travel costs climb.

OpenAI’s chief operating officer, Brad Lightcap, is shifting to a special projects role while CEO of AGI deployment Fidji Simo takes medical leave for several weeks. The move follows Simo’s candid admission of health struggles and the company’s broader executive restructuring.

An Italian court ruled Netflix must refund customers for years of price increases, ordering price reductions or legal consequences. The decision, affecting subscribers since 2017, could reshape streaming pricing policies worldwide.

United Airlines will begin charging extra for seat assignments, checked bags, and other amenities on its new 'Base Business' fares, starting this month. The move follows a broader trend of airlines unbundling premium services, raising questions about value for high-paying passengers.

Private jet charter prices have surged up to 20% since the Iran war began, driven by soaring jet fuel costs—now averaging $4.65 a gallon globally. Wealthy travelers are grappling with unexpected surcharges, even on pre-booked flights, as brokers and operators struggle to balance rising costs and cli

Anthropic’s unreleased AI model Mythos may enable autonomous cyberattacks at speeds far exceeding human defenders’ capabilities. US officials and cybersecurity experts warn of a looming 'watershed moment' where AI agents could exploit vulnerabilities faster than ever before.

The U.S. added 178,000 jobs in March, far exceeding expectations, even as the escalating conflict with Iran drove oil prices higher. The unemployment rate fell to 4.3%, but wage growth slowed to 3.5%, signaling mixed signals for the economy.

Oil prices surged over 11% as Iran conflict risks prolong supplies, while Asian markets showed cautious gains. U.S. crude hit $111.54, Brent $109.03 amid geopolitical tensions and strong U.S. jobs data.

Amazon will levy a 3.5% fuel surcharge on FBA sellers starting April 17 due to Iran’s Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions. The 'temporary' policy echoes 2022’s Ukraine-war surcharges, raising costs for 2.5M+ third-party merchants reliant on Fulfillment by Amazon.

Senators Mark Warner and Adam Schiff have sent a formal letter to the SEC and Pentagon inspector general demanding an investigation into potential insider trading by federal officials. The probe follows reports of suspicious stock trades linked to major policy announcements, including the Iran confl

Over 1 in 5 Americans over 50 lack retirement savings, driving a surge in 'unretirement' as seniors return to work. Gig platforms like Uber and Rover offer flexibility, but come with financial risks and no safety net.

United Airlines increased checked bag fees by $10, effective April 3, as jet fuel prices soar over 80% since late February. The move follows JetBlue’s fee hike and mirrors industry-wide cost pressures affecting travelers.

Blue Owl Capital’s $6B tech fund saw redemption requests spike to 41% in Q1, forcing the firm to cap withdrawals at 5%. The $2T private credit sector, already under scrutiny for opacity and AI-related risks, faces a potential liquidity crisis as major players scramble to manage investor panic.

President Trump signed an executive order imposing 100% tariffs on imported patented pharmaceuticals and active ingredients, citing national security risks. The move aims to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign production amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

Global oil prices surged 11% in a single day after President Donald Trump’s address on Iran offered no clear exit strategy, rattling markets worldwide. Asian equities rebounded Friday alongside Wall Street, but analysts warn of persistent volatility without a diplomatic resolution.

Leading researchers reveal that quantum computers may soon crack widely used encryption standards, threatening global cybersecurity. Two new studies challenge previous timelines, suggesting risks emerge within this decade.

Iran’s B1 bridge was destroyed in airstrikes killing 8 and injuring 95 during a public celebration. Oil prices surged nearly 12% as Trump warned of weeks-long strikes and threatened Iran’s energy infrastructure. The UN Security Council votes Friday on a watered-down plan to secure the Strait of Horm

Tesla delivered 358,023 EVs in Q1 2026, just 6% higher than a year ago, as cheaper Model 3 and Model Y variants flop. Analysts expected 368,000 units, while production outpaced sales by 50,000 vehicles.