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FedEx Overtakes UPS as the New King of Delivery

March 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on FedEx Overtakes UPS as the New King of Delivery
UPS still delivers more packages, but FedEx now has the bigger market capitalization as Wall Street rewards the company for its cost-cutting efforts.

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The $40 Billion Game of Youth Sports Has Only One Winner: Dick’s Sporting Goods

March 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The $40 Billion Game of Youth Sports Has Only One Winner: Dick’s Sporting Goods
Parents have never spent more time and money on youth sports—or at this sports juggernaut.

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The Iran War Is Now Disrupting Global Trade

March 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Iran War Is Now Disrupting Global Trade
The conflict is rippling through supply chains and snarling trade far from the Middle East.

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Inside a Legendary Animation Studio’s Race to Save Its Clay

March 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Inside a Legendary Animation Studio’s Race to Save Its Clay
The Wall Street Journal went inside the studio behind “Chicken Run” to learn how its beloved clay almost disappeared for good.

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Things I Wish I’d Known Before Buying an EV

March 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Things I Wish I’d Known Before Buying an EV
Rising oil prices have more people thinking about going electric, but it’s worth considering potential challenges with repairs, charging and other factors.

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Airfares Have Doubled on Some Flights. The Sticker Shock for Spring Travel Is Upon Us.

March 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Airfares Have Doubled on Some Flights. The Sticker Shock for Spring Travel Is Upon Us.
Some executives said prices haven’t dented travel demand, but higher energy costs are expected to cut into profits.

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‘Sesame Street’ Producer Sues SeaWorld Parent Over Unpaid Royalties

March 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on ‘Sesame Street’ Producer Sues SeaWorld Parent Over Unpaid Royalties
Sesame Workshop is accusing United Parks and Resorts of failing to pay fees and royalties under their partnership to operate Sesame Place parks and attractions.

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The Pentagon Dealmaker Who Has Become Anthropic’s Nemesis

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Pentagon Dealmaker Who Has Become Anthropic’s Nemesis
Emil Michael, a veteran of controversies at Uber, is the Trump administration’s point person in the fight over military use of AI.

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Rivian’s Make-or-Break Car Arrives at the Worst Possible Moment for EVs

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Rivian’s Make-or-Break Car Arrives at the Worst Possible Moment for EVs
The startup seeks to buck an EV downturn with a $57,990 SUV that can drive up to 330 miles on a single charge.

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The Electric Grid Needs Huge Upgrades. No One Knows Who Will Pay for Them.

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Electric Grid Needs Huge Upgrades. No One Knows Who Will Pay for Them.
Utilities around the U.S. are set to spend tens of billions of dollars on high-voltage lines, largely to meet demand from data centers.

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