US Business
The Seaside Town Trying to Reclaim Its Title as ‘Submarine Capital of the World’
Groton, Conn., suffered after Cold War military spending dried up 30 years ago. Now it’s being asked to deliver again.
Year: 2026
US Business
Justice Department Rebuffs French on X Probe, Musk Interview
The U.S. told French authorities it wouldn’t facilitate their efforts to investigate Elon Musk’s X, after a raid on the social-media platform’s Paris office earlier this year.
US Business
This Italian Lingerie Brand Was Saved by Seamstresses—and an American Couple
La Perla’s lacy undergarments were ‘the holy grail of intimate apparel’ before its factory shut down. The employees who lobbied to reopen it will now be key to the brand’s revival.
US Business
Meet the Inventor Dubbed ‘Black Edison,’ Who Beat Thomas Edison in Court
In the 1880s, Granville T. Woods won patent battles to protect his inventions, including a system to allow moving trains to communicate wirelessly.
US Business
Billionaire Connie Ballmer Wants to Help Cement NPR’s Future
The philanthropist, a longtime listener, donated $80 million to the media organization after the Trump administration cut funding.
US Business
Judge Halts Nexstar-Tegna TV Station Merger
A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction against the broadcast merger, saying it was likely to violate the Clayton Act.
US Business
Greg Abel Has Been Leading Berkshire for 100 Days. Things Are Already Changing.
The new CEO is scrutinizing businesses and investments established under Warren Buffett’s long run.
US Business
American Airlines Rejects United CEO’s Merger Proposal
The statement came after reports earlier this week that United CEO Scott Kirby had pitched President Trump on the potential megadeal.
US Business
Justice Department Nears Filing Antitrust Case Against Egg Producers
The civil lawsuit would target major producers, including Cal-Maine Foods and Versova, which hiked egg prices in 2024 and 2025.
Events
Pastries with Penny: The Value of Employee Benefits for Small Businesses
(Joplin, MO) — Impact Benefits LLC invites local business owners and professionals to attend Pastries with Penny on April 28 at 9:00 am at the Joplin Chamber of Commerce. This month’s discussion will explore the […]