Marvel, ESPN impacted in new round of Disney layoffs
Disney announced on Tuesday that the company is eliminating several jobs across the company in a new round of layoffs. A source tells FOX Business that it could include up to 1,000 employees in the film and television divisions.
Disney announced on Tuesday that the company is eliminating several jobs across the company in a new round of layoffs. A source tells FOX Business that it could include up to 1,000 employees in the film and television divisions.
Ramsey County leaders announce $320 million economic development plan
Ramsey County leaders on Tuesday shared an economic development plan that would invest more than $320 million into the county’s future without increases in property tax. Among the speakers at a news conference were St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her, Minnesota Sen. Sandra Pappas and Minnesota Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega.
Ramsey County leaders on Tuesday shared an economic development plan that would invest more than $320 million into the county’s future without increases in property tax. Among the speakers at a news conference were St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her, Minnesota Sen. Sandra Pappas and Minnesota Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega.
Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
Fuel and fertilizer prices could stay high for ‘a prolonged period,’ IEA head warns
The head of the International Energy Agency issued an ominous warning Monday for anyone looking forward to some relief from high energy prices and their downstream effects.
The head of the International Energy Agency issued an ominous warning Monday for anyone looking forward to some relief from high energy prices and their downstream effects.
Disaster aid approved for seven states, others wait for a decision
Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.
Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.
Trump admits gas prices could remain high through November elections
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
Average new car prices near $50,000 as rate of increase accelerates
As anyone looking to buy a vehicle knows, purchasing a new car, truck, or SUV is getting more and more expensive, and a new report shows that the rate that prices are increasing is starting to speed up.
As anyone looking to buy a vehicle knows, purchasing a new car, truck, or SUV is getting more and more expensive, and a new report shows that the rate that prices are increasing is starting to speed up.
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For millions of people who stream their favorite shows, the price of doing so just keeps getting higher and higher. On Friday, YouTube became the latest major streamer to hike its prices. But the company is by no means the only one that has done so recently.
For millions of people who stream their favorite shows, the price of doing so just keeps getting higher and higher. On Friday, YouTube became the latest major streamer to hike its prices. But the company is by no means the only one that has done so recently.
Consumer sentiment plummets as inflation fears surge
The Iran war weighed heavily on the minds of consumers last month when they were asked about their expectations for the economy, a new University of Michigan study found.
The Iran war weighed heavily on the minds of consumers last month when they were asked about their expectations for the economy, a new University of Michigan study found.
Inflation may see its largest increase in years as gas prices surge
The battle against inflation hit a new roadblock as soaring gas prices are affecting consumers wallets, while complicating the Federal Reserve's path toward lowering interest rates.
The battle against inflation hit a new roadblock as soaring gas prices are affecting consumers wallets, while complicating the Federal Reserve's path toward lowering interest rates.
Fed official says interest rate hike possible as gas prices, inflation remain elevated
Fed official Beth Hammack warns interest rates could rise if inflation stays elevated, citing uncertainty over the Iran war's impact on oil and gas prices.
Fed official Beth Hammack warns interest rates could rise if inflation stays elevated, citing uncertainty over the Iran war's impact on oil and gas prices.
USPS temporarily suspends pension contributions amid ‘severe financial crisis’
The U.S. Postal Service said it was temporarily suspending contributions to employee pension plans in an effort to “conserve cash” due to an “ongoing, severe financial crisis.”
The U.S. Postal Service said it was temporarily suspending contributions to employee pension plans in an effort to “conserve cash” due to an “ongoing, severe financial crisis.”
Disney plans to cut 1,000 jobs. What we know
Disney is conducting a new round of job cuts expected to roll out in the coming weeks. While these layoffs will impact several areas of the business, the marketing department is slated to endure most of the downsizing.
Disney is conducting a new round of job cuts expected to roll out in the coming weeks. While these layoffs will impact several areas of the business, the marketing department is slated to endure most of the downsizing.
Indiana to suspend gas tax for one month as prices surge
Indiana is hitting pause on its gas tax as prices surge amid Middle East tensions. Here's what to know.
Indiana is hitting pause on its gas tax as prices surge amid Middle East tensions. Here's what to know.
Stocks slip, oil prices nudge back up with Middle East truce in doubt
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to pressure global markets. Despite the announcement of a ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, stock indices dipped during early trading while crude oil prices began an upward climb.
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to pressure global markets. Despite the announcement of a ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, stock indices dipped during early trading while crude oil prices began an upward climb.
US workers increasingly trapped in the 'Great Detachment' as hiring slows, report shows
A new report from Gallup finds that U.S. workers are less optimistic about the job climate and their level of engagement with their current jobs has remained relatively flat.
A new report from Gallup finds that U.S. workers are less optimistic about the job climate and their level of engagement with their current jobs has remained relatively flat.
Oil prices plummet under $100 mark after Trump reveals US-Iran ceasefire
News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.
News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.
Minneapolis explores a city income tax as a way to grow tax revenue
A new report is suggesting new ways for the City of Minneapolis to boost tax revenue, including imposing new taxes, like a city income tax, as the city lags behind other similar metros.
A new report is suggesting new ways for the City of Minneapolis to boost tax revenue, including imposing new taxes, like a city income tax, as the city lags behind other similar metros.
Oracle hires new CFO with $950K salary as thousands face layoffs
Oracle reinstates the CFO role by hiring Hilary Maxson as the company reportedly lays off thousands amid a massive AI buildout.
Oracle reinstates the CFO role by hiring Hilary Maxson as the company reportedly lays off thousands amid a massive AI buildout.
What to know about the Strait of Hormuz—and why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.