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Mar 9, 2026
These Are the Fastest Growing Side Hustle Businesses of 2026
Real estate, side hustles, and March Madness see changes as the season unfolds
Mar 9, 2026
Kroger Is Closing Stores: See the Updated List That Shows Shuttered Locations Across the Country
Kroger, one of America's largest grocery chains, is closing stores across the country, with over half of its planned 60 closures already completed.
Mar 9, 2026
US-Iran War Escalates, Oil Prices Soar, and Americans Stranded Abroad
Trump threatens new targets as Democrats raise concerns over US munition supplies and Ukraine offers drone expertise
Mar 9, 2026
Tech Giants Grapple with AI's Dark Side as Global Tensions Rise
Layoffs, ethics concerns, and diplomatic efforts dominate the week in tech and geopolitics
Mar 9, 2026
US Ramps Up Military Efforts Against Cartels and Iran
Trump calls for Latin American leaders to use military against cartels, while US sends AI-powered anti-drone system to Middle East
Mar 9, 2026
War in the Middle East: Iran Sends Mixed Signals
Conflict Escalates as Oil Production Cuts Begin and Trump Rules Out Kurdish Involvement
Mar 9, 2026
This AI founder who quit her 9-to-5 law job has a warning for anyone dreaming of doing the same: ‘I’m working harder now than I ever did’
The Future of Work: Navigating the Highs and Lows of Entrepreneurship, AI, and Job Security The world of work is undergoing significant changes, from the rise of entrepreneurship and
Mar 9, 2026
9 Productivity iPhone Apps That Will Help You Get More Done
The way we experience and interact with the world is changing, from the way we buy concert tickets to the way we get a table at a trendy restaurant.
Mar 9, 2026
Unsettling Trends: Trade Wars, Office Returns, and AI's Uncertain Future
Whiskey exports plummet, leaders push for office returns, and experts warn of AI's impact on jobs
Mar 9, 2026
How Will the World Cope with Water and Power Strains?
Desalination attacks, AI power lines, and economic uncertainty threaten global stability
Mar 9, 2026
‘Nightmare scenario’ looms as global markets head for the biggest oil output disruption in history, top energy guru warns
The world is staring into the abyss of an unprecedented oil crisis as the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate.
Mar 9, 2026
San Francisco cheers its native Chinese Olympian Eileen Gu, who headlines parade for the Year of the Fire Horse
As tensions escalate between the US and Iran, and Israel launches airstrikes on Iranian oil depots, San Francisco finds joy in its annual Chinese New Year parade, while the US considers a special operation
Mar 9, 2026
Russia is sharing intelligence with Iran about U.S. military targets in the Mideast, marking first sign Moscow is getting involved in the war
Russia-Iran alliance deepens, UN faces funding crisis, and economic pressures mount on families and businesses
Mar 9, 2026
Iran War Escalates, Oil Prices Soar Past $100
The US-Iran war has entered its second week, with oil prices surging past $100 a barrel and Dow futures sinking 800 points.
Jun 15, 2026
Inc.’s Power Partners: 5 Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions
As the business world continues to evolve, several recent developments are changing the way companies operate and entrepreneurs innovate.
Jun 15, 2026
Big Business, Activism, and Tech: This Week's Top Stories
From IPO publicity rituals to AI adoption and animal rights activism
Jun 15, 2026
Stanford Graduates Just Staged a Mass Walkout on Google’s CEO—and It Had Nothing to Do With AI
A snapshot of the world's most pressing issues, from Iran's economic crisis to the World Cup and beyond
Jun 15, 2026
Just months after Trump warned states not to regulate AI, Republican and Democratic lawmakers are doing it anyway
From US states defying Trump on AI regulation to Nvidia's surprising admission on labor costs, and Israel's strikes on Hezbollah targets, here's a snapshot of what's changing now.
Jun 15, 2026
The FBI just issued an urgent warning for anyone using Microsoft Teams, Outlook, or OneDrive over a new phishing scheme
From AI job disruptions to a new phishing scheme targeting Microsoft users, the tech and business landscape is evolving rapidly.
Jun 15, 2026
TechCrunch Mobility: SpaceX rockets past Tesla
A mix of tech, geopolitics, and commodity price shocks defined the week, with implications for investors and global stability.
Jun 15, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warns U.S. restrictions on new Anthropic AI models show danger of relying too much on American providers
Canadian Prime Minister Warns of Overreliance on US Tech, While Iran's Strait of Hormuz Closure Raises Economic Concerns
Jun 15, 2026
Can Women in Tech Succeed Without Being Overlooked?
Insights from a SpaceX executive and a beauty mogul on breaking barriers in male-dominated industries
Jun 15, 2026
World Brief: Disney, Oil, and International Tensions
From Disney's new theme park to the Iran deal's impact on oil supplies, here are the key global developments