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Lawmakers debate AI’s impact on white-collar jobs as disruption fears grow

As artificial intelligence changes how Americans do their jobs, a growing debate is unfolding in Washington over what it means for workers’ futures. Congress has yet to pass sweeping AI legislation, but lawmakers are closely watching as the technology evolves at breakneck speed.That urgency intensified this week after a viral…

Inflation eased slightly in January but remained well above the Fed’s target

This story on the January 2026 CPI inflation report is developing and will be updated with more details. Inflation remained elevated in January as the pace of consumer price growth stayed above the Federal Reserve’s target rate as policymakers weigh affordability concerns.The Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday said that…

Spirit Airlines to sell 20 jets, recalls furloughed flight attendants

Spirit Airlines reached a deal to sell 20 of its Airbus jetliners and is recalling some of the flight attendants furloughed late last year amid the budget carrier’s financial struggles. Spirit is in the midst of its second bankruptcy in under two years after it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection…

Disney loses 0 million with ‘Snow White’ flop: report

After years of controversies and tepid results at the box office, Disney’s 2025 live-action “Snow White” remake has reportedly netted an approximately $170 million loss. Forbes reported on Tuesday that filings indicate the recent controversial live-action “Snow White” remake cost a whopping $336.5 million, yet met with low returns after years…

Inside Trump’s removal of DOJ antitrust chief Gail Slater

President Donald Trump fired Gail Slater, his top antitrust enforcer, on Thursday over concerns she was failing to aggressively pursue his affordability agenda, according to multiple sources. Slater announced her departure on X on Thursday, saying she was leaving with “great sadness and abiding hope” and that it was the…