Extreme weather across the nation this week. New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. experiencing record high temperatures. Meanwhile, parts of Washington state and Denver are seeing record lows. Mashable's Andrew Freedman explains how the polar vortex split is causing wild weather coast to coast.
Apple reportedly looking to buy Cobalt directly from miners. The metal is used in lithium ion batteries in Apple's devices, but it can also power electric vehicles. Shares of Apple up half a percent on Wednesday. Inverse Technology Reporter Mike Brown explains how this move might help Apple further its dominance in the tech space.
Marvel Entertainment's Black Panther shattering box office records. The movie generated the biggest Monday for ticket sales ever. Essence Digital Content Director Yolanda Sangweni explains the impact this film's success is having on Hollywood.
The Week's Top Stories is a guided tour through the biggest market stories of the week, from winning stocks to brutal dips to the facts and forecasts generating buzz on Wall Street. This week: Tupperware, Microsoft, Meta, Alphabet, Royal Caribbean, Alaska Air, Southwest and Ford.
Meta will add new retention 'hooks' to its Threads app.
Biotech firm Biogen agreed to acquire Reata Pharmaceuticals for $6.5 billion.
Gas prices have hit an eight-month high, according to AAA.
A key measure of inflation that the Fed watches closely reached its lowest level in almost two years.
Starbucks' fall menu has reportedly been leaked online.
One of Apple's earliest and rarest products, a pair of sneakers with the early logo, is being auctioned off.
A four-day work week makes employees more happier and efficient, according to a new study.
A new study of Facebook and Instagram has taken a deep dive into how the platforms have shaped peoples' beliefs.
Ford announced it would be slowing its production targets for its electric vehicle line.
