BP Suspends Share Buybacks as Profit Slumps
The British energy giant said it would put money toward new oil and gas opportunities ahead of the arrival of its new chief executive, Meg O’Neill.
Watch: A Conversation With Anna Wintour and Her U.S. Vogue Successor, Chloe Malle
In their first joint interview, Ms. Malle spoke about filling the shoes of Ms. Wintour, who urged people to “get over comparisons.”
Eddie Bauer Files for Bankruptcy
The sportswear company’s operator cited a shift in consumer preferences, rising inflation and elevated tariffs. It is the third bankruptcy since Eddie Bauer’s founding in the 1920s.
Pilots and Flight Attendants Criticize American Airlines’ Performance
The unions representing pilots and flight attendants have in recent days publicly criticized American for falling behind Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
Court TV, Known for Live Trial Coverage, Is Getting a New Owner
E.W. Scripps is selling the channel to the parent company of Law&Crime, which wants Court TV to have a bigger streaming presence.
This Year’s Super Bowl Ads Were Dominated by AI Companies
Ads pitching artificial intelligence companies dominated the Super Bowl broadcast. Their huge cost probably didn’t ease investor worries about spending.
Hollywood Braces for New Round of Labor Talks
The last time writers and actors negotiated contracts, in 2023, dual strikes froze the industry.
From Fishing Nets to Furniture: Turning Ocean Plastic Into Usable Products
A brother-and-sister team in Spain started a sustainable business model recycling old and damaged nets into stadium seating and decorations.
Japan Stocks Surge on Takaichi’s Landslide Election Win
Stocks climbed on Monday as investors cheered a result seen as a mandate for the prime minister’s high-spending economic agenda.
Why the N.F.L. Booked Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl Halftime Show
League executives may be nervous about the Latin superstar’s outspoken stance on immigration, but their priority is attracting popular halftime performers.
Can AI Chatbots Write Emotionally Rich Romance Books?
The romance industry, always at the vanguard of technological change, is rapidly adapting to A.I. Not everyone is on board.
What to Know About Japan’s Economy on Election Day
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pushed through a record supplemental budget and is proposing tax cuts, raising questions about how the government will pay for it all.
MAGA’s Split Over Israel Extends to a Ship Attacked 58 Years Ago
The Israeli military killed 34 people on the U.S.S. Liberty in 1967. Whether it was an accident, as many historians believe, has become a litmus test within President Trump’s movement.
Two Volleyball Leagues Want to Be the Next W.N.B.A. Only One Can Win.
The race to create the next major women’s sport.
Feeling ‘Amateur’ at Retirement Planning, They Asked A.I. for Help
More people are turning to chatbots for advice, inquiring about high-stakes decisions such as saving for retirement — even if they eventually turn to a human.
Hims & Hers Withdraws Knockoff Weight-Loss Pill After Regulatory Scrutiny
Federal officials had warned that the new product from the online provider of weight loss drugs might be illegal.
Fake Post About Racist Video Looked to Be Trump’s on Truth Social
The post, which spread widely, appeared to describe the president’s rationale for deleting a racist video about the Obamas that he had shared.
A Super Bowl in Silicon Valley Filled With Valley Billionaires
A who’s who of celebrities will join them. Just a little over 25 percent of the seats for the game will be for regular fans, with the cheapest ticket now selling for more than $4,000.
Prediction Markets and Casinos Go to War Over Sports Betting
Kalshi and Polymarket say their prediction markets are not subject to gambling laws and taxes. The casino industry is lobbying to shut them down as a wave of court cases take on the question.
Stop Pretending You ‘Need’ Your Phone ‘for Work’
Plus, summoning the courage to loaf off as flagrantly as the person in the next cubicle.