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Exclusive | IBM Nears Roughly $11 Billion Deal for Confluent - The Wall Street Journal

A mom thought her daughter was texting friends before her suicide. It was an AI chatbot. - CBS News

Parents warn AI chatbots on Character AI sent sexually explicit content to their 13-year-old daughter.

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.

Home Depot problem is costing customers a fortune - TheStreet

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."

Why Diesel Fuel Is More Expensive Than Gas In The US But Not In Europe - Jalopnik

Diesel fuel is more expensive than gas in the U.S. thanks to taxes, but Europe taxes gasoline more to try and encourage drivers to use more efficient fuels.

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.

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.

Fed Rate Decision, Adobe, Oracle, Costco, Broadcom, and More Stocks to Watch This Week - Barron's

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...

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

Global trade is in a steady shift as more U.S. supply flows move away from China and into other parts of Asia. The share of supplier volume from China, Hong

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.

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

Gilead and Arcellx reported promising data for their CAR-T therapy anito-cel at the annual American Society of Hematology meeting.

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.

Dollar-stores overcharge customers while promising low prices - Hacker News

Silver, Copper Eclipse Gold as Top Metals Bets on Supply Fears - Bloomberg.com

Silver and copper have replaced gold as the hot metal trade heading into 2026, with institutional and retail traders positioning for record rallies.

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.

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

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

Gemini success to drive Alphabet shares to $400, cause OpenAI to cut capex, says Pivotal - CNBC

Analyst Jeffrey Wlodarczak cited continued momentum in Google's core business lines and said the company appears to be "winning everywhere" across the AI stack.

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.

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.

US tariffs prompt surge in Chinese exports to south-east Asia - Financial Times

Washington’s greater protectionism spurs closer ties between Beijing and the region

The Trump Accounts Fraud: A Political Bribe for the Poor, a Windfall for the Rich - Daily Kos

“A fair and just society never ever follows the advice of those with the most to gain financially.” Trenz Pruca Introduction: When “Helping Kids” Helps the Already-Wealthy Every politician promises help for “the children.” It’s America’s most evergreen...

Warren Buffett's Warning to Wall Street has Reached Deafening Levels: 3 Things You Should Do Before 2026. - The Motley Fool

Buffett might be worried about the valuations of stocks today.

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.