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California Pizza Kitchen’s Big Comeback: Inside the Deal Powering Its Next Chapter
California Pizza Kitchen enters a new era as fresh investment fuels growth, innovation, and global expansion—showing how legacy restaurant brands stay relevant.
Scrolling Safely: TikTok Gets an American Makeover
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew told employees that the company’s U.S. operations will move into a new entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC.
These Are the Tech Gifts Everyone Is Fighting Over This Holiday Season
Holiday shopping heats up as Tom’s Guide editor Kate Kozuch reveals the tech gifts everyone wants, from wellness gadgets to gaming buzz—and how to score deals!
Big Business This Week: Xmas tricks retailers use to “hack our minds”
How do brands keep consumers spending even when they're strapped for cash at Xmas?
The case for making failing movies
Some movies do badly at the box office, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't make them.
The Hidden Skill Every Great Philanthropist Needs
PIMCO’s John Studzinski on markets, leadership, and why long-term thinking matters as much in giving as it does in investing.
Buy Now or Wait? A Real Estate CEO Breaks Down the Market
High rates and low inventory continue to squeeze buyers. Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler breaks down what’s next for U.S. housing.
Spend Smarter, Not Harder: Last Minute Holiday Shopping Rules You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Prices are up and budgets are tight. Shopping expert Trae Bodge shares smart ways to save, spot real deals, and avoid holiday debt.
Bezos Couple Spotlights Neurodiversity with $5 Million Award
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are awarding $5 million to David Flink, founder and CEO of the Neurodiversity Alliance.
FCC Chair Faces Firestorm Over Jimmy Kimmel Comments
Democratic senators sharply criticized FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, accusing him of politicizing the agency by pressuring broadcasters over Jimmy Kimmel’s show.
X Draws a Line in the Sand Over the Twitter Name
Elon Musk’s X has updated its Terms of Service to explicitly state it still owns the “Twitter” trademark.
WBD Hits Reject on Paramount’s Bid, Keeps Netflix in the Queue
Warner Bros. Discovery’s board unanimously urged shareholders to reject a hostile $30-per-share takeover bid from Paramount Skydance.
OpenAI in Talks with Amazon Over $1B Investment
OpenAI is in talks with Amazon about a potential investment that could top $10 billion and include using Amazon’s in-house A.I. chips.
Merriam-Webster: “Slop” is the Word of the Year
Merriam-Webster named “slop” its 2025 word of the year, reflecting rising skepticism about low-quality AI-generated content flooding the internet.
PayPal Eyes a Banking Upgrade
PayPal said it has applied for approval to form PayPal Bank, a move that would allow it to offer loans to small businesses and expand its financial services.
No Driver, No Problem? Tesla’s Robotaxi Moment Hits Austin
Tesla says it is now testing fully driverless Robotaxi vehicles in Austin, Texas, with no humans on board, according to CEO Elon Musk.
IPO to Innovation: Why Weshop Is One of Ecommerce’s Most Watched Companies
After a blockbuster IPO, Weshop is redefining ecommerce by giving users equity, influence, and a stake in the platform’s success.
