Not Even Japanese Bathhouses Are Immune From Shocks of Iran War
High fuel costs are imperiling the Japanese sento, a long-declining industry that remains a vital social lifeline for the country’s isolated elderly.
Netflix Plans First Wide Theatrical Release With ‘Narnia’
The company is breaking from its longstanding policy of releasing movies exclusively on its streaming service.
Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Jars and Bottles After Customers Are Injured
The company received reports that the stoppers on some of its products had “forcefully ejected,” striking customers and causing permanent vision loss in a few cases, safety regulators said.
Charlie Kirk’s Former Security Chief Sues Candace Owens for Defamation
The lawsuit focuses on remarks made by Ms. Owens, a right-wing podcaster, about Mr. Kirk’s killing, highlighting a growing tension among factions of the American right.
F.D.A. Grants Early Access to Promising Drug for Pancreatic Cancer
Patients with one of the deadliest cancers have been pleading for an unapproved treatment that may prolong their lives.
Stocks and Oil Prices Sent Conflicting Signals in April Amid Havoc of Iran War
Energy markets remained disrupted by turmoil in the Middle East, while the S&P 500 posted its best month since November 2020.
Spirit Airlines Prepares to Shut Down
The low-fare airline, which has struggled for years, had been trying to secure a $500 million lifeline from the Trump administration.
Schwab Affiliate Halts Customer Donations to Southern Poverty Law Center
Fidelity and Vanguard’s donor-advised fund entities have taken similar actions in the wake of a Justice Department indictment of the civil rights group.
Trump Administration Pushes Forward With Tariffs Based on Forced Labor Laws
Nonprofit groups have applauded an investigation on trade in goods made with forced labor but say that the Trump administration should go further to enforce its own laws
Oil Cools Slightly After a 4-Year High
The price of Brent crude, the international benchmark, dipped more than 2 percent a day after it rose above $120 a barrel in volatile trading.
Obamacare Enrollment Drops Sharply as Costs Rise
Americans can’t afford the higher health insurance premiums that resulted from Congress’s refusal to extend federal tax credits.
Maryland Is First to Ban A.I.-Driven Price Increases in Grocery Stores
A state law that goes into effect in October prohibits grocery stores and third-party delivery services from using consumer data to boost prices.
Fed Officials Cite Inflation Concerns in Defending Dissents
The Federal Reserve’s meeting this week was the most divisive in decades, a sign that President Trump’s pick to lead the central bank will face opposition if he pursues substantially lower interest rates.
Trump’s Tariff Reversal Reopens a Major Market for Scotch Whisky
A 10 percent tax on American imports was hurting British sales, even though exporters had increased sales in India, China and other countries.
Utility Bills Are Likely to Be Higher This Summer. Here’s What You Can Do.
The average bill is forecast to rise 8.5 percent. There are simple ways to make sure you’re not overpaying, like getting your air-conditioning checked.
OpenAI’s New Model Spurs Debate Over Computing Power
Sam Altman suggested it would be released more widely than a rival offering from Anthropic. Some are suggesting it’s because OpenAI has more computing power.
Why U.S. Oil Companies Are Not Plugging the World’s Energy Gap
American producers are under pressure from investors to keep spending in check, and they are wary of drilling more wells because they are not sure oil prices will stay high.
Reporters at McClatchy Withhold Bylines in A.I. Dispute
Journalists at newspapers like The Miami Herald and The Sacramento Bee are refusing to let the chain use their names on summarized articles generated by a new A.I. tool.
The World’s Central Banks Are Wrestling With a Gigantic Problem
Inflationary surges and economic slowdowns set off by the war in Iran, tariffs and other Trump policies have forced monetary officials to adjust, our columnist says.
As Kentucky Derby Becomes a Bigger Business, Locals Feel Left Behind
Locals say rising ticket prices and a late start time for the Oaks race on Friday are hurting residents and restaurants. “The only thing I see is greed,” one steakhouse owner said.