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US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady in split decision

US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady in split decision

The Federal Reserve maintained its target interest rate range despite three dissenting votes from policymakers calling for a hike to combat persistent inflation.

Business ·29 Jul 2026, 22:50 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Gold falls as firm dollar, Treasury yields weigh ahead of Fed decision

Gold falls as firm dollar, Treasury yields weigh ahead of Fed decision

Spot gold faces downward pressure as the Federal Reserve votes 9-3 to hold interest rates amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Business ·29 Jul 2026, 21:57 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery delay merger until 2027

Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery delay merger until 2027

A legal challenge from California and 11 other states has pushed the closing date of the massive Hollywood merger to June 2027.

Business ·27 Jul 2026, 12:03 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Nvidia to invest $1 billion in Naver to expand South Korean AI data centers

Nvidia to invest $1 billion in Naver to expand South Korean AI data centers

Nvidia will acquire a 4.5% stake in Naver Corp to help expand the GAK Sejong facility to 200 megawatts of capacity by 2028.

Business ·27 Jul 2026, 08:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Oil prices tumble as US and Iran pause strikes over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices tumble as US and Iran pause strikes over Strait of Hormuz

Brent and WTI crude prices tumbled on Monday following a cessation of hostilities between the US and Iran. The move raises hopes for restored shipping flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

Business ·27 Jul 2026, 06:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Toba Centre provides trauma-informed care for abused children and youth

Toba Centre provides trauma-informed care for abused children and youth

The Toba Centre for Children and Youth integrates police, medical, and social services to provide a safe, coordinated response for victims of abuse.

Business ·25 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Google Discloses $94.1 Billion in SpaceX Stock, Marking 6% Stake

Google Discloses $94.1 Billion in SpaceX Stock, Marking 6% Stake

Alphabet has disclosed a $94.1 billion investment in SpaceX that significantly increased its quarterly profits, though the shares remain restricted from sale.

Business ·24 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
Midwest Poultry Services recalls 19 million eggs over salmonella risk

Midwest Poultry Services recalls 19 million eggs over salmonella risk

Midwest Poultry Services has initiated a voluntary recall of over 1.5 million dozen shell eggs due to potential Salmonella Enteritidis contamination.

Business ·24 Jul 2026, 01:00 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
China egg prices surge as farmers cull flocks amid economic volatility

China egg prices surge as farmers cull flocks amid economic volatility

A production paradox and rising fuel costs have sent Chinese egg prices soaring, impacting small vendors and consumers across the country.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 20:08 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Brent crude oil hits $100 per barrel amid Middle East fighting

Brent crude oil hits $100 per barrel amid Middle East fighting

Brent crude hit its highest price since May as Red Sea attacks threaten global oil flows, triggering Wall Street declines and draining U.S. strategic reserves.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 19:06 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Oil hits $100 a barrel after Iran-backed Houthis ‘strike two tankers’ in Red Sea

Oil hits $100 a barrel after Iran-backed Houthis ‘strike two tankers’ in Red Sea

Oil hits $100 a barrel after Iran-backed Houthis ‘strike two tankers’ in Red Sea

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 18:03 ·Priya Raman 5 min read
Nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs recalled over salmonella risk

Nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs recalled over salmonella risk

Nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs across the American South are being recalled after potential Salmonella Enteritidis contamination was detected.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 17:02 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search

EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search

Alphabet Inc. has been fined €890 million by the European Commission for search self-preferencing and anti-steering rules in the Google Play Store.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 16:01 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Andy Burnham cuts business rates

Andy Burnham cuts business rates

Andy Burnham cuts business rates

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 13:08 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Brent crude nears $100

Brent crude nears $100

Brent crude nears $100

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 13:06 ·Priya Raman 2 min read
UK PM Andy Burnham to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues

UK PM Andy Burnham to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues

The UK government will introduce a 20% business rates discount for pubs, clubs, and live music venues starting next April.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 11:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Alphabet reports Q2 2026 revenue of $119.8 billion

Alphabet reports Q2 2026 revenue of $119.8 billion

Alphabet beat analyst forecasts with $119.8 billion in quarterly revenue, though massive investment gains and rising capital expenditures sparked market caution.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Amazon Cuts Jobs in Artificial General Intelligence Unit

Amazon Cuts Jobs in Artificial General Intelligence Unit

Amazon is reducing headcount within its AGI organization to prioritize high-impact projects and sharpen its focus on initiatives that matter most for customers.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 23:05 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
Oil prices hit $95 a barrel as Iran war and Houthi threats escalate

Oil prices hit $95 a barrel as Iran war and Houthi threats escalate

Global oil prices surged to a six-week high following escalating military conflict between the U.S. and Iran and threats by Houthi militants to block vital energy arteries.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 23:01 ·Priya Raman 4 min read
Clarity Act revisions would ban presidents from issuing digital assets

Clarity Act revisions would ban presidents from issuing digital assets

The revised Clarity Act would prohibit senior federal officials, their spouses, and employees from issuing or sponsoring digital assets for compensation.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 22:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read