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US rakes in B in 90 days from Intel stock, Trump says

President Donald Trump says the U.S. has brought in $30 billion in funds generated from federal stock holdings in Intel over the past 90 days alone. Trump made the announcement on Thursday, highlighting that he authorized the U.S. government to invest in the semiconductor manufacturing company. Trump revealed in August…

Fed’s favored inflation gauge remained elevated in March

This story about the March 2026 PCE inflation is developing and will be updated with more details. The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge remained stubbornly high in March as consumers continued to face elevated price growth.The Commerce Department on Thursday reported that the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index rose 0.7% on a…

FedEx, UPS pledge to refund customers after Supreme Court tariff decision

FedEx and UPS said they will return tariff refunds to customers after a Supreme Court ruling opened the door to potentially billions of dollars in reimbursements tied to Trump-era import taxes. The companies said they plan to pass along any recovered funds as the federal government begins processing refund claims…

Chanel unveils sandal that only covers heel, sparking mixed reactions

A new design from luxury fashion house Chanel is raising eyebrows, with some critics wondering if high fashion has gone a step too far. Chanel unveiled its Cruise 2027 collection Tuesday in Biarritz, France, featuring a sandal design that leaves most of the foot exposed, covering only the heel with…

What a UAE exit from OPEC means and why it matters

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced Tuesday it would quit membership in the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+. It comes after 59 years at the club. But it could be good news for the world in the long run, experts say. To understand what happened, it’s important…

Purdue Pharma sentenced to .5B in opioid criminal case

Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, was sentenced in federal court on Tuesday and ordered to pay $5.5 billion for its role in fueling the opioid epidemic. The sentencing comes after Purdue pleaded guilty in 2020 on charges of deceiving federal regulators and paying doctors to boost opioid sales. According…