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Pipeline Operator Hit With Multimillion-dollar Penalty
South Bow the operator of the Keystone Pipeline has agreed to pay a $26.9 million civil penalty stemming from the massive 2022 oil spill in Kansas.

Workers Back Ai Payouts As Layoff Fears Grow
A new survey finds most American workers support creating an AI-funded wealth program to help people as automation reshapes the work force.

South Carolina Scrambles To Fill Graham’s Seat
Following the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, attention has quickly shifted to who could succeed one of the Republican Party’s most influential voices.

Iran Conflict Intensifies As Diplomacy Falters
The conflict between Iran and its adversaries continued to escalate Sunday, with military strikes, political rhetoric, and growing international concern.

What's Really Driving the Market in the Second Half of 2026?
Kristian Kerr, Head of Macro Strategy at LPL Financial, breaks down the firm's 2026 Mid-Year Outlook, recession risks, AI, the Fed, and what's next for markets.

Trump-backed Freedom Fuel Network Launches Discount Gas Stations
The White House is promoting a new network of “Freedom Fuel” gas stations aimed at offering gasoline below the national average price.

Higher Mortgage Rates Continue To Freeze The Housing Market
Elevated mortgage rates are keeping many Americans on the sidelines, with home sales remaining sluggish despite steady demand.

Paramount And Warner Bros. Discovery Face State Antitrust Scrutiny
A coalition of state attorneys general has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.

Palm Beach Airport To Bear Trump’s Name
Florida lawmakers have approved renaming Palm Beach International Airport in honor of President Donald Trump.

Warsh Builds High-profile Fed Advisory Team
Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh has unveiled the members of his newly formed task forces, bringing together influential leaders.

Meta Takes Aim At The Ai Coding Race
Meta is making a major push into AI-powered software development, rolling out new coding tools.
Big Business This Week: Markets Shrug as Iran War Resumes
If you look at the actual financial charts, Wall Street and global investors are responding with little more than a collective, synchronized shrug.

Why the Second Half of 2026 Could Make or Break Investors
Jess Inskip, Director of Investor Research at StockBrokers.com, breaks down Q2, the AI trade, Fed policy, earnings, and where investors should look next.

Apple Doubles Down On U.S. Chip Production With Broadcom
Apple is expanding its partnership with Broadcom through a multibillion-dollar agreement to manufacture billions more chips in the United States.

Walmart Turns Shopping Into A World Cup Attraction
Walmart is transforming ordinary store visits into VIP experiences for World Cup tourists.

Meta Takes Aim At Nvidia With Major Ai Chip Push
Meta is preparing to begin production of its next-generation in-house AI training chip as early as September.

Trump Warns Iran: 'Back To Square One' As Tensions Boil Over
President Donald Trump says any hopes of a lasting peace with Iran have unraveled after fresh attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.
