Forget menu prices, McDonald’s quietly makes massive financial move - TheStreet

The fast-food chain has come close to joining a very special group.

Stock futures are little changed after Wall Street notches back-to-back winning weeks: Live updates - CNBC

The three major indexes are coming off their second straight winning weeks.

Mrs. Faiga Kaminker, OBM - COLlive

Mrs. Faiga Kaminker, a beloved mother and grandmother from Afula, Israel, passed away on Sunday, 17 Kislev, 5786. Full Story

Starbucks Glass Bearista Cup is Restocking Tomorrow - Resell Calendar

One of the juiciest flips of 2025 is getting an encore. Starbucks' viral Glass Bearista Cups will restock through their app on December 8

Fine against Southwest Airlines for 2022 winter storm cancellations waived by Department of Transportation - CBS News

Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022​.

Bond Traders Defy the Fed and Spark Heated Debate on Wall Street - Bloomberg.com

The bond market’s reaction to the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate cuts has been highly unusual. By some measures, a disconnect like this, with Treasury yields climbing as the central bank lowers rates, hasn’t been seen since the 1990s.

People Are Sharing Their Experiences Working For The 1%, And Their Secrets Are Just As Juicy As You'd Expect - BuzzFeed

"In his will, he made fun of all of them, then spent 10 pages detailing how and where he wanted all of his money donated to specific charities and foundations. Some of it was even really surprising."

Woman wanted by FBI for allegedly defrauding Banc of California - ABC7 Los Angeles

A 73-year-old woman accused of defrauding the Banc of California of about $14.7 million nearly a decade ago remains wanted by the FBI.

Bessent says U.S. will finish the year with 3% GDP growth, sees 'very strong' holiday season - CNBC

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the economy will end the year on strong footing and said the president was disappointed in economic coverage in the media.

Is Trump's falling approval rating a tell to buy midcap stocks? - Seeking Alpha

Intervention in the economy by President Donald Trump could benefit currently cheap midcap stocks, according to BofA Securities.

102-year-old SF landmark will reopen to public for first time in years - SFGATE

The Huntington Hotel, perched atop San Francisco’s Nob Hill, is set to finally welcome guests again when it reopens in the spring of 2026.

Apple Chip Chief Johny Srouji Could Be Next to Go as Exodus Continues - MacRumors

Apple's senior vice president of hardware technologies Johny Srouji could be the next leading executive to leave the company amid an alarming...

The C++ standard for the F-35 Fighter Jet [video] - Hacker News

Legendary Palm Springs restaurant goes up for sale, recipes included - SFGATE

Palm Springs favorite Billy Reed’s, which opened in 1975, has been listed for $7.5 million as its current owner prepares to retire.

Trader Joe’s Holiday Dip That Always Sells Out Is Back, and Fans Are Buying 5 at a Time - Allrecipes

Trader Joe’s popular Sweet Cannoli Dip is back for the holidays, and fans are sharing creative ways to enjoy this seasonal favorite. See why fans stock up on this limited-time item every year.

Jamie Dimon on AI: 'maybe one day we'll be working less hard but having wonderful lives' - Fortune

"For the most part, AI is going to do great stuff for mankind, like tractors did, like fertilizers did, like vaccines did."

Tariffs Hit U.S. Importers as Supply Chains Shift to Vietnam, India and Thailand - TipRanks

DOT opens public comment on plan to hike fuel costs during affordability crisis - Electrek

DOT proposed a plan to make cars less efficient when Americans are already paying record high energy bills. You can comment on the plan now.

Tech bros head to etiquette camp as Silicon Valley levels up its style - The Washington Post

As Silicon Valley grows in power and prominence, some insiders say it’s time for the tech industry to remake its slobby image. An etiquette camp for founders showed how.

The Fed meeting this week will determine if investors get new all-time highs or coal for Christmas - MarketWatch

Investors expect the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its midweek meeting — but is that enough to kick off the ‘Santa Claus rally’?

Buy the Bitcoin Dip? Why Ric Edelman Still Thinks Portfolios Should Hold Up to 40% Crypto - Decrypt

Ric Edelman isn’t budging from the Bitcoin investment strategies he urged six months ago, even as BTC lingers far from record-breaking heights.

Appointment of controversial FDA official rocking agency like "an atom bomb," scientists there say - CBS News

The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.

More than 200,000 power banks sold on Amazon recalled over fire and burn risks - CBS News

The recall involves INIU 100,000mAh portable power banks, model BI-B41that were sold on Amazon between August 2021 and April 2022, the recall notice says.

New data from Gilead, Arcellx multiple myeloma CAR-T suggest benefit over rival treatment - statnews.com

California appliance store chain abruptly shuts down - SFGATE

A chain of California appliance stores abruptly closed this week, reportedly leaving customers in the lurch as stores and the website went dark.

These 401(k) changes are coming in 2026 — one is 'impactful' for higher earners, CFP says - CNBC

There are key changes for 401(k) plans coming in 2026. Here's how those updates could impact higher earners.

After Winning His First Oscar, Tom Cruise Kept Repeating the Same Phrase - Inc.com

It’s not surprising Tom Cruise would use this phrase after winning his first Oscar. But the fact he repeated it over 20 times, along with the way he yielded it, contains lessons for every leader.

Powerball Jackpot Climbs To $875 Million—But A Winner Would Get Much Less After Taxes - Forbes

The next Powerball drawing will take place on Monday night.

Coca-Cola quietly makes a massive change to its soda brands - TheStreet

The beverage giant is making a change that should make people very happy, but many will want Coca-Cola to go further.

We ate at Texas' No. 1 most beloved nearly 100-year-old cafe - MySA

Here's what it is like at Blue Bonnet Cafe in Marble Falls, recently ranked No. 1 in Texas in a survey of top Main Street businesses in the US.

99-year-old Lowe’s and Home Depot rival closing its doors forever - TheStreet

The company will be closing its historic location, but it has good news for customers.

OpenAI Goes From Stock Market Savior to Burden as AI Risks Mount - Bloomberg.com

Wall Street’s sentiment toward companies associated with artificial intelligence is shifting, and it’s all about two companies: OpenAI is down, and Alphabet Inc. is up.

20 People Who I Know For A FACT Completely Regret Literally Every Single Decision They Made Last Week - BuzzFeed

Yikes, my friends. Yikes.

No one’s talking about a dangerous new US housing trend. Why home equity agreements could trigger disaster for millions - Yahoo Finance

HEAs may seem simple, but the devil is in the details.

IndiGo chaos: Why is India’s largest airline canceling hundreds of flights? - Al Jazeera

More than 2,000 flights cancelled, stranding thousands of passengers, as government intervenes to address the crisis.

Kroger CEO has a harsh solution to rising prices in stores - TheStreet

Kroger is making harsh changes to make groceries more affordable for shoppers.

Huge Flops That Fast Food Chains Want You To Forget About - The Takeout

Old Teslas Are Falling Apart as They Age - Futurism

On Consumer Reports' latest ranking of used car reliability, Tesla came in dead last with a rating not even half of the top placed brand.

After Losing over $70 Billion, Mark Zuckerberg Finally Admits His Biggest Tech Mistake Isn't… - Indian Defence Review

Meta is quietly pulling the plug on its most expensive gamble yet—after burning through $70 billion. Behind closed doors in Hawaii, Mark Zuckerberg made a move that could reshape the company’s future and send shockwaves through Silicon Valley.

2 Changes President Trump Wants to Make to Social Security. Will 2026 Be the Year They Become Reality? - The Motley Fool

The president won't have his wishes fulfilled next year regarding Social Security. However, some retirees will notice one change they may appreciate.

A New Social Security Garnishment May Be on the Table in 2026 -- and There Are 2 Legal Ways Most Retirees Can Avoid It - The Motley Fool

A collection pause is uncertain to continue in the new year for an estimated 452,000 Social Security beneficiaries who are behind on their federal student loan payments.

Prediction: 2 Hypergrowth Stocks That Will Run Circles Around Nvidia Through 2030 - The Motley Fool

These growth stocks might leave Nvidia behind in the next few years.

Eli Lilly, Pfizer Land on China’s First Private Insurance List - Bloomberg.com

Eli Lilly & Co., Pfizer Inc. and Johnson & Johnson secured spots on China’s first innovative drug catalog, opening a new market channel and boosting sales prospects for costly, cutting-edge treatments.

Cinnabon Worker Fired After Viral Video Shows Her Calling Somali Customers Racial Slurs - Yahoo

A Cinnabon employee at Bay Park Square Mall in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin, was discharged after a shocking video circulated on social media. In the video, one...

123-year-old retail chain shuts down popular mall location - TheStreet

The major department store chain closes another location after shutting eight stores in 2025.

Wall Street Bets Chinese Stocks Will Extend $2.4 Trillion Rally - Bloomberg.com

China has won back global funds in a banner year for stocks, with investors anticipating further gains on the country’s AI prowess and resilience amid US tensions.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says Europe has a ‘real problem’ - Fortune

“We need a long-term strategy to help them become strong,” Dimon said. “A weak Europe is bad for us.”

SpaceX to offer insider shares at record-setting $800 billion valuation - Fortune

Elon Musk on Saturday denied that SpaceX is raising money at a $800 billion valuation without addressing Bloomberg’s reporting on the planned offering of insiders’ shares.

What happened to Susan Dell's face? Experts share insight on plastic surgery claims; 'before-after' pics go viral | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Susan and Michael Dell, were photographed when they announced a $6.2 billion donation to ‘Trump Accounts’, and her appearance sparked concerns. 

‘Remarkable’ drug results against an aggressive leukemia - statnews.com

At the end of a tense year for science, the American Society of Hematology heard promising data on acute myeloid leukemia, Von Willebrand disease and more.