Taiwan hits back at Elon Musk's claim that it is 'part of China'
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has hit back after Elon Musk called the self-ruled island an "integral part of China."
2023-09-14 16:23
Extreme weather may cost the global fashion industry $65 billion by 2030
Extreme heat and flooding are set to deal a massive blow to the global fashion industry, with four of the world's top garment producing countries at risk of missing out on $65 billion in earnings by 2030, according to a study from Cornell University and investment manager Schroders.
2023-09-14 12:47
American Eagle sues Westfield over San Francisco mall conditions
American Eagle filed a lawsuit against shopping mall owner Westfield, accusing the company of allowing its San Francisco Centre mall to "deteriorate into disarray."
2023-09-14 06:51
UAW announces plan for targeted strikes at a limited number of plants
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain announced a targeted strike plan Wednesday if the union decides to walk out at General Motors, Ford and Stellantis after a contract expiration late Thursday.
2023-09-14 06:26
Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz steps down from board of directors
Starbucks announced Wednesday that founder Howard Schultz is stepping down from its board of directors -- but the former chairman's name will be sticking around.
2023-09-14 05:17
Barbie toy sales shoot up 25% after film's release
The 'Barbie' movie, which turned into a global box office phenomenon in a matter of weeks, appears to be energizing sales of Barbie toys after its summer release.
2023-09-14 04:51
Google is laying off hundreds in its recruitment division
Google confirmed it will lay off hundreds of staff members who helped recruit and hire employees, as Silicon Valley continues its cost-cutting efforts.
2023-09-14 04:48
Car insurance rates just had their biggest annual jump in 47 years. This is why
Across the United States, the cost of car insurance is up 19% compared to a year ago, according to August's Consumer Price Index report released on Wednesday. That's the biggest annual increase since 1976.
2023-09-14 03:48
Ford's former CEO has a stark warning for both the UAW and automakers
As Detroit automakers and labor leaders scramble to hammer out a contract that will shape the future of the US auto industry, former Ford CEO Mark Fields has words of caution for both sides.
2023-09-14 02:58
Marvel visual effects workers unanimously vote to unionize
Marvel Studio's VFX workers unanimously voted to unionize with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employes, marking the first time visual effects workers have unionized with IATSE, the union announced Wednesday.
2023-09-14 02:56
Biden walks a fine line as possible UAW strike looms
President Joe Biden is trying to walk a fine line as the clock ticks toward a looming deadline for a possible UAW strike of the Big Three automakers, keeping in direct touch with the key players engaged in the negotiations.
2023-09-14 02:27
The legend lives on: New exhibition devoted to Chanel's life and work opens at London's V&A Museum
A major new exhibition is opening at London’s V&A Museum to honor and celebrate the life and iconic designs, as well as many more lesser-known creations by famed French designer Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel
2023-09-14 01:18