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The Lyrid meteor shower peaks tonight: Here’s the best time to catch a glimpse of April 2025’s spectacular show

Skywatchers are treated to a week of dazzling celestial displays as the Lyrids meteor shower takes to the sky this month. Here's when to look up.

Grubhub nearly killed off Seamless years ago. Its NYC-based owners are reviving it

Grubhub effectively ditched a brand that appealed to its largest market, opening the door to eager competition from national brands like Uber Eats and DoorDash.

USDA alert: Pork product sold at Aldi may contain metal. Check your freezer for these carnitas right now

The notice pertains to a frozen fully cooked pork product manufactured by Cargill Meat Solutions and shipped to stores nationwide.

Housing market shift: 60 major markets are now seeing falling home prices

Among the 300 largest metro-area housing markets, 60 are seeing falling home prices on a year-over-year basis, according to ResiClub’s monthly analysis.

Never been to Summit? Here’s what to expect.

Summit Series programs across six pillars to create a holistic experience for its members. Here's what to expect from their upcoming event in Detroit.

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Chipotle heads south of the border, announcing first restaurant in Mexico despite Trump tariff war

Even as other fast-casual chains have struggled with rising prices and inflation-weary consumers, Chipotle is growing at a rapid clip.

DHL has suspended some U.S. shipments due to tariff regulations. Here’s how it’ll affect your packages

German shipping company DHL has suspended packages valued at over $800 entering the US amid President Trump's sweeping tariff regime.

Tech sell-off: Magnificent Seven stock prices slump after China issues new trade warning

Shares in the so-called Magnificent 7 tech stocks (including Tesla, Apple, and Nvidia) fell on Monday after the three-day Easter weekend.

China issues a stark trade warning to Japan and Taiwan as they negotiate tariffs with the U.S.

China warned South Korea and Taiwan of striking trade deals with the U.S. that would harm its economic interests.

Founder of elite Davos gatherings quits as chair of World Economic Forum

Schwab founded the WEF in 1971 as a forum for top executives and policy-makers to tackle major global issues.

What happens after a pope dies? These are rituals that will follow the death of Pope Francis

Last year, Pope Francis simplified papal funeral rituals, which will allow for his burial outside the Vatican.

What’s open and closed on Easter Monday 2025? Banks, stock markets, schools, USPS, Walmart, Dunkin’, more

The day after Easter, also known as Easter Monday, is a religious holiday, but most stores and public services will be operating normally.

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style, died Monday. He was 88.

‘The Rehearsal’ Season 2 will make you think differently about plane crashes—and standing up to your boss

Nathan Fielder is back with his HBO hit about social dynamics. While the new season takes on airline safety, at its heart is a perennial workplace problem.

What’s open and closed on Easter Sunday? Grocery stores, Walmart, Target, pharmacies, more

Some retailers and grocery stores will be closed on Sunday, April 20, for the Easter holiday. Here's a roundup for 2025.

Your favorite podcast is now a toy—and a cruise, and a book, and a backpack

Wondery chief brand officer Nicole Blake is giving the network's podcasts the 'Harry Potter' merchandising treatment.

This music streamer is giving its users a version of Spotify Wrapped every month

Deezer is making it easier for users to personalize their experience and giving them more insights into their listening habits.

Volvo to cut up to 800 workers over Trump’s tariffs

Volvo Group's layoffs are the latest response from a car and truck industry that is reeling from the Republican president's tariffs on certain parts.

Why some Americans are skipping Target and Amazon this holiday weekend

The People’s Union calls for a second nationwide boycott, aimed at corporations like Target and Amazon.

Capital One’s $35 billion merger with Discover Financial gets regulatory approvals

Capital One said it expects to complete the acquisition on May 18 now that it received all required regulatory approvals.

Judge pauses Trump’s mass layoffs at CFPB

Trump administration officials argue that the CFPB overstepped its authority and should have a more limited mission.

Why high-net-worth Americans are banking in Switzerland

Opening a Swiss bank account is no longer shady—it’s strategic.

White House replaces Covid.gov with ‘Lab Leak’ web page, blames origins of outbreak on Wuhan laboratory

Covid.gov, a website for information about COVID-19 launched during the Biden era, now redirects to a conspiracy-laden White House page.

Apple releases reedited canceled ‘Mythic Quest’ episode—and pulls a George Lucas

Apple TV+ has released a reedited finale for the popular sitcom ‘Mythic Quest’ after the show was unceremoniously canceled.

Trump wants control of the Fed, but investors and economists prefer it stay independent. Here’s why

Economists are concerned that Trump's attacks on the Federal Reserve's independence from politics would destabilize markets.