OpenAI now worth $500B, possibly making it the world’s most valuable startup
The valuation reflects high expectations for the future of AI technology and continues OpenAI’s remarkable trajectory from its start as a nonprofit research lab in 2015.
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Gatorade, Cheetos among Pepsi products getting natural dye makeover
The process of switching from artificial to natural dyes in well-known food and drink products can take years of research and testing.
Tesla reports surprise increase in car sales in third quarter
The electric car maker likely benefited from a rush by consumers to take advantage of a $7,500 credit before it expired on Sept. 30.
Federal shutdown cuts off economic data vital to policymakers and investors
If the shutdown is short-lived, it won’t be very disruptive. But if the release of economic data is delayed for several weeks or longer, it could pose challenges, particularly for the Federal Reserve.
Gold prices soar to new records amid US government shutdown
Gold sales can rise sharply when anxious investors seek “safe havens” for parking their money.
Indianapolis popular destination during recent unprecedented surge in border crossings
The U.S. Customs data covers the period when President Joe Biden’s administration ended COVID-19 restrictions on asylum to when President Donald Trump began his second term and declared a national emergency at the border.
FTC sues Zillow, Redfin over deal it says suppressed competition in rental ads
The Federal Trade Commission argues said the companies’ “unlawful scheme” maybe reduce incentives for further competition, and could lead to higher prices and fewer choices for multifamily rental advertising customers.
What happens now that a government shutdown is underway
Here’s what to know about the federal government shutdown that began Wednesday:
Government shutdown begins as nation faces new period of uncertainty
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government for seven weeks on Tuesday night.
Indiana Fever fall to Aces in OT in decisive game of WNBA semifinal series
The Fever played most of the second half without leading scorer Kelsey Mitchell, who suffered a left leg injury in the third quarter.
WNBA fines Minnesota coach record $15K; Fever and Aces coaches also fined
Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White and Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon were fined for public comments on WNBA officiating in which they defended Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve.
US government on brink of first shutdown in almost 7 years amid partisan standoff
The government will shut down at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday if the Senate does not pass a House measure that would extend federal funding for seven weeks while lawmakers finish their work on annual spending bills.
Drug made from marijuana reduced back pain in large study
The 800-patient study by a German drugmaker is the latest evidence of the therapeutic properties of cannabis, which remains illegal under U.S. federal law even as most states have made it available for medical or recreational use.
Trump administration opens more land for coal mining, offers $625M to boost coal-fired power plants
Coal once provided more than half of U.S. electricity production, but its share dropped to about 15% in 2024, down from about 45% as recently as 2010.
College-reform bill could generate extra billions by allowing conferences to pool their TV rights
Democratic senators introduced a bill Monday that would rewrite a 1961 law prohibiting college sports conferences from banding together to sell their media rights.
Government shutdown draws closer as congressional leaders head to the White House
White House aides, ahead of the meeting, made it clear the Republican administration had no intention to negotiate.
Electronic Arts to be acquired for $52.5B in largest-ever private equity buyout
If the transaction closes as anticipated, it will end EA’s 36-year history as a publicly traded company.
DoorDash, Kroger to expand grocery delivery partnership nationwide
Until now, DoorDash was only delivering sushi from 900 Kroger stores and flowers from 1,700 Kroger stores. But soon, Kroger’s full assortment will be available to DoorDash customers.
Fever defeat Las Vegas to force decisive Game 5 in WNBA semifinal series
The teams will meet Tuesday in Las Vegas to determine who goes to the WNBA Finals.
Private equity sees profits in power utilities as electric bills rise and Big Tech seeks more energy
Private investment firms that have done well investing in infrastructure over the last 15 years now have strong incentives to add data centers, power plants and the services that support them.