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.
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.
Trump administration proposes cutting 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
Inflation fears could push Fed to raise interest rates, key official says
Amid fears that prices are starting to rise too quickly again, the Federal Reserve may opt to tap the brakes on inflation with a potential rate hike later this week, a top official warned.
Amid fears that prices are starting to rise too quickly again, the Federal Reserve may opt to tap the brakes on inflation with a potential rate hike later this week, a top official warned.
Rising oil prices threaten global food security
Global food costs keep climbing, and farmers are feeling the squeeze. The U.N.’s FAO reports another jump in prices, while the U.S. exports phosphate fertilizers even as domestic shortages hit spring planting. William Burke, an agricultural economist, at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, gives insight.
Global food costs keep climbing, and farmers are feeling the squeeze. The U.N.’s FAO reports another jump in prices, while the U.S. exports phosphate fertilizers even as domestic shortages hit spring planting. William Burke, an agricultural economist, at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, gives insight.
Where gas prices are the highest: A state-by-state breakdown of the average price of gas
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive up the fuel prices around the world. Here in the U.S., prices are well above average in many states across the country, with some regions seeing record highs.
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive up the fuel prices around the world. Here in the U.S., prices are well above average in many states across the country, with some regions seeing record highs.
Mortgage rates increasing again amid Iran war
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
US labor market rebounding as 178,000 jobs added in March, well above expectations
The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with employers adding 178,000 jobs, well above the 60,000 predicted by economists. The unemployment rate declined slightly to 4.3%.
The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with employers adding 178,000 jobs, well above the 60,000 predicted by economists. The unemployment rate declined slightly to 4.3%.
San Francisco candidates debate for Pelosi's seat and legacy
California's 11th District Congressional seat, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi's seat, is for grabs after Pelosi coming retirement of 39 years, 8 of them as Speaker of the House.
California's 11th District Congressional seat, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi's seat, is for grabs after Pelosi coming retirement of 39 years, 8 of them as Speaker of the House.
Why you’re paying more at the grocery store
The Iran war has caused oil, natural gas, and fertilizer prices to soar, impacting farmers and potentially leading to higher food prices. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean of the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, gives insight.
The Iran war has caused oil, natural gas, and fertilizer prices to soar, impacting farmers and potentially leading to higher food prices. Gustavo Flores-Macías, dean of the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, gives insight.
More than half of job applicants now use AI to write resumes — here's how to stand out
More than 50% of new job applicants are using artificial intelligence tools to help write their resumes and cover letters, according to a new survey. Here's how to stand out.
More than 50% of new job applicants are using artificial intelligence tools to help write their resumes and cover letters, according to a new survey. Here's how to stand out.
Shutdown clock ticks as DHS bill moves forward
Senate votes to fund most of D.H.S. in bid to end partial shutdown. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.
Senate votes to fund most of D.H.S. in bid to end partial shutdown. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.
Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war
A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.
A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.
49% of Americans are struggling to afford food: Report
Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.
Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.
SF Giants home opener one day away; fans and businesses alike get ready
It's that time of year for Major League Baseball's home openers. For the SF Giants, the game is Wednesday night. Anticipation is building and nearby businesses are ready to make bank.
It's that time of year for Major League Baseball's home openers. For the SF Giants, the game is Wednesday night. Anticipation is building and nearby businesses are ready to make bank.
Trump's approval rating hit new low amid Iran war, recent poll finds
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
Report: Dems say Noem spent thousands of taxpayer money on horse, hair and makeup in Mount Rushmore ad
Former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem spent over a quarter of a million dollars on a controversial $220 million advertising campaign.
Former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem spent over a quarter of a million dollars on a controversial $220 million advertising campaign.
Gas is so expensive right now, DoorDash launched gas price relief program for its drivers
A popular delivery app is looking for ways to help its drivers weather skyrocketing gas prices and keep them on the road.
A popular delivery app is looking for ways to help its drivers weather skyrocketing gas prices and keep them on the road.
Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.