Washington Post

Egg prices have surged due to a combination of factors, including the ongoing bird flu outbreak, which has decimated flocks, and increasing consumer demand.

President Joe Biden has decided to block Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel, a move that has sparked controversy over its impact on U.S.-Japan relations and national security.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping used his New Year’s address to project confidence amid Beijing’s economic challenges and growing tensions with the U.S., emphasizing resilience and a commitment to overcoming adversity.

Elon Musk’s approach to Washington politics has been unconventional, marked by significant cuts to Tesla’s lobbying efforts and a reliance on his personal involvement rather than traditional lobbyists.

Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu has been sentenced to seven years in prison for espionage, a conviction his family describes as "patently absurd." Dong, a 62-year-old veteran writer and former Harvard fellow, was known for his critical views on Chinese politics and economics, and he frequently engaged with foreign journalists and diplomats.

Top cryptocurrency executives and investors are urging President-elect Donald Trump to create a national bitcoin stockpile, a move that could closely integrate the volatile cryptocurrency industry into the U.S. financial system.

Donald Trump’s plan to impose 25 percent tariffs on all Canadian and Mexican products starting January 20 is unlikely to fulfill his campaign promise of lowering prices. These tariffs could significantly impact Americans’ grocery bills, as Canada and Mexico are the U.S.'s largest trading partners.

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Howard Lutnick, chairman and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as his commerce secretary. Lutnick, a key member of Trump’s transition team, was praised by Trump as “a dynamic force of Wall Street” in his announcement on Truth Social.

Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing declining sales and the collapse of a planned merger with JetBlue.

Minority- and women-owned businesses face a significant threat as affirmative action in federal contracting comes under legal scrutiny, potentially impacting contracts valued at $70 billion annually.