Bird Flu Viruses Raise Mounting Concerns Among Scientists
Researchers are not just worried about the virus popping up on American farms. Other types are causing trouble around the world.
$100 Billion to Revive Venezuela’s Energy Industry? Oil Executives Are Not So Sure
During a meeting at the White House, the industry leaders appeared wary of making long-term investments in the country.
Popularity of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Has Surprised Even TV Executives
The show, streaming on HBO Max, doesn’t have one of the biggest audiences, but viewership grew very quickly in just a few weeks.
The Boss Who Hates Sick Day Requests
Plus, the impossibility of being a middle manager.
Neon, an Indie Studio With an International Bent, Tops Globes Nominations
Neon scored more film nominations at the Golden Globes than any other studio this year with a slate of six non-English language films.
Volkswagen Suffers More Than Rivals From Auto Industry Woes
The German automaker’s sales in the United States plunged last year, hit by tariffs and the end of tax credits for electric vehicles.
Trump Calls for 10 Percent Credit Card Interest Cap, After Killing Other Fee Limits
The president revived a campaign promise he has not actively pursued since taking office.
Trump’s $100 Billion Venezuela Oil Plan Gets a Cool Reception
President Trump met with oil and gas executives on Friday in an effort to push them to invest money in Venezuela, a plan many of them are reluctant to embrace.
Jobs Report Shows U.S. Hiring Slowed One Year Into Trump’s Second Term
As economists pointed to some of the president’s policies to explain the latest Labor Department data, White House aides sought to make the case for optimism in the new year.
X Sues Music Publishers, Alleging ‘Collusion’ Over Licensing Deals
The social media platform says it was pressured into licensing agreements for songs “at inflated rates.” In 2023, publishers sued the company for copyright violations.
Trump Seeks New Powers to Pressure ‘Underperforming’ Weapons Makers
In an executive order, President Trump is aiming to punish defense contractors that don’t deliver weapons quickly enough.
Glencore and Rio Tinto Restart Talks to Create a Mining Giant
The negotiations come amid an increase in deal-making across the mining industry as demand for copper and other metals soars.
Venezuela’s Oil Industry: A Timeline of Key Events
The country’s oil industry has undergone major shifts and two waves of nationalization since its first well started pumping in 1914.
Google Co-Founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page Reduce Ties to California
Sergey Brin is joining his Google co-founder, Larry Page, in reducing ties to the state where they built their fortunes.
Bill Gates Makes a Multibillion-Dollar Divorce Payout
The billionaire and philanthropist has made a nearly $8 billion payment to the private foundation of his ex-wife, Melinda French Gates, new tax filings show.
What to know about the report.
Data on the labor market in December will be closely watched for clues on the state of the economy.
December’s Jobs Data Reinforces Fed’s Cautious Approach to Future Cuts
For the central bank to lower interest rates again, officials will likely need to see more notable signs that unemployment is rising.
Grok, Elon Musk’s A.I., Is Generating Sexualized Images of Real People, Fueling Outrage
Late Thursday, Mr. Musk’s chatbot, Grok, limited requests for A.I.-generated images on X to paid subscribers of the social media site amid an outcry from victims and regulators.
How to Make, and Keep, New Year’s Financial Resolutions
Experts offered a variety of suggestions, including paring your list of goals, making saving automatic and avoiding spending temptations like marketing emails.