Donald E. Petersen, 97, Who Rescued Ford Motor Co., Is Dead
An ex-Marine and a 40-year company veteran, he turned a nearly bankrupt money loser into the world’s most profitable automaker.
Federal Judge Finds Trump’s Halt on Offshore Wind Is Illegal
The president ordered a stop to permits for all wind farms in federal waters. A judge called that “capricious.”
Trump Plans $12 Billion Bailout to Aid Farmers Hit by Tariffs
The federal aid comes after China boycotted American farm products in retaliation for U.S. tariffs.
Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC Deal Is Extended Through May 2027
“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” became a flashpoint about free speech in the country after it was temporarily suspended this year.
App That Tracks ICE Raids Sues U.S., Saying Officials Pressured Apple to Remove It
The developer of ICEBlock, which notifies users of ICE agent sightings, said Attorney General Pam Bondi censored his free speech.
Trump Clears Sale of More Powerful Nvidia A.I. Chips to China
Approval for the H200 chip followed months of haggling between tech industry backers and defense hawks.
Supreme Court Seems Poised to Give Trump More Power to Fire Independent Officials
A ruling in the president’s favor in the case, which deals with his attempt to remove a member of the Federal Trade Commission, would be a major expansion of presidential authority.
Paramount Makes Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
The offer to shareholders comes days after Warner Bros. agreed to sell its streaming and studio business to Netflix.
Trump Stands in the Middle as Netflix and Paramount Vie for a Megadeal
The president has shattered norms by pledging to “be involved” in the regulatory fate of a transaction that could reshape the news and entertainment industries.
Instagram and Facebook Users in Europe Get Option of Sharing Less Data
The European Commission said Meta, which owns both platforms, is giving users the option of sharing less data in exchange for less personalized ads.
Boeing Completes Acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, a Major Supplier
The aerospace company is buying Spirit AeroSystems, which makes the bodies of the 737 Max jet, two years after a part of that plane blew away during a flight.
Jared Kushner Is Part of Paramount’s Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Mr. Kushner’s private equity fund is one of the many groups helping Paramount mount a hostile bid to buy the group, whose holdings include CNN.
Planes, Trade and Nuclear Energy: Supreme Court Weighs Fate of Independent Regulators
The court heard arguments Monday in a case that could determine the independence of agencies like the National Transportation Safety Board and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Todd Combs Leaves Berkshire Hathaway for JPMorgan Chase as Buffett Nears Retirement
The departure of the senior stock picker was one of several leadership changes ahead of Mr. Buffett’s planned departure as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway.
A.I. Videos Have Flooded Social Media. No One Was Ready.
Apps like OpenAI’s Sora are fooling millions of users into thinking A.I. videos are real, even when they include warning labels.
How Japan Built a Rare-Earth Supply Chain Without China
The 15-year effort by Japan is a model for countries now scrambling to reduce their dependence on Beijing’s critical metals.
Trump Looms Over Netflix’s Deal for Warner Bros. Discovery
President Trump said the acquisition “could be a problem,” suggesting he will insert himself into the regulatory review of the transaction.
Nepal Charges Chinese Construction Firm for Corruption Over Airport
Nepal’s anti-graft watchdog said the state-owned Chinese firm and Nepali officials colluded to inflate the costs of an international airport in Pokhara.
Powell Faces Pressure From Multiple Fronts as Fed Prepares to Cut Rates
The chair of the central bank is dealing with internal divisions while being besieged by President Trump and front-runners jockeying to replace him.
Golden Globes to Announce 2026 Nominations
Movies like “One Battle After Another” and “Hamnet” are considered strong contenders for the top awards, along with television shows like “The Pitt” and “The Studio.”

